St. Louis, Missouri
www.fontbonne.edu
fbyou@fontbonne.edu
1.800.205.5862
Here’s a guidebook that will help you get to know Fontbonne University. We’ve also included any specific information that you might have requested regarding our academic programs or other activities.
Campus
Housing
Suburban St. Louis, Missouri, founded 1923, 4-year, coeducational, liberal arts, private, Catholic
Three residence halls — single, double and apartment-style occupancy
Admission Requirements Sponsorship Founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
* minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA * minimum ACT composite 20 * minimum SAT 950 (CR+M)
Enrollment
Admission Process
1,997 (full-time undergraduates: 1,328)
Annual Cost (13–14)
* completed application for admission * essay * letter of recommendation * admission deadlines: Spring: December 12 Summer: May 16 Fall: August 1
Tuition and fees: $23,130 Room & board: $8,700 (average)
Athletics
Freshman Profile 53% female, 47% male; 29% diversity Average GPA: 3.43; Average ACT: 23
Fall ’15/spring ’16 costs available after Feb. ’15. Check www.fontbonne.edu/cost for the latest.
Student/Faculty Ratio 11:1
Faculty Full- and part-time: 236 74% of full-time faculty hold a Ph.D. or the highest degree in their field.
Division III, NCAA, St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) men’s: baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, track & field, volleyball women’s: basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field, volleyball (We also offer a dance team.)
*Percentages and statistics are accurate as of June 2014
Welcome to FONTBONNE
New challenges. New ideas. New experiences. Fontbonne University isn’t just about textbooks and tests. It’s about showing you how to use and apply knowledge through critical thinking and analysis. It’s about helping you discover who you are, where you want to go and how you can help make the world a better place.
At Fontbonne, you'll discover a personalized learning experience that will help you succeed academically and in a career path after graduation.
St. Louis, Missouri
majors
In the CLASSROOM Majors ACCOUNTING
Financial Analyst Tax Accountant Actuary
ADVERTISING
Graphic Designer Brand Manager Copywriter
Gain a strong business and accounting foundation; prepare to nail the CPA exam.
Amped up mix of creativity with sociology, psychology and marketing knowledge.
APPLIED BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Combine psychology and sociology and learn to serve a world in need.
APPLIED DESIGN
Graphic design for the 21st century. Apply foundational design knowledge to responsive websites, mobile apps and more.
ART*
Master technical foundations during your first semesters, then expand your technique and philosophy.
BIOINFORMATICS
A fusion of computer science, mathematics and biology; in high demand.
BIOLOGY
Prepare for professional school, research or a dual degree program.
BIOLOGY FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION*
Double trouble: Get a strong science background plus certification to teach.
Case Manager Grief Counselor Child Welfare Specialist Graphic Designer Web Designer App Developer Art Therapist Animator Designer Bioinformatics Programmer Database Developer Project Manager Physician Research Scientist Conservation Specialist Teacher Technical Writer Guidance Counselor
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Bank Officer Human Resource Manager Commodities Trader
COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Copywriter Media Analyst Journalist
Wear a suit. Concentrate in accounting, finance, management and leadership, or marketing.
Every business and organization needs a good writer/editor/ talker on staff.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
The world is connected now more than ever. Technology skills needed. Apply within.
CYBER SECURITY
With this new degree, you’ll be in high demand protecting systems and personal information.
DEAF EDUCATION*
This challenging program will help you give others the tools they need to better communicate.
Programmer Support Specialist Application Developer Cyber Network Defense Analyst Security Specialist Cyber Forensic Specialist Audiologist Clinician Speech Therapist
DIETETICS
Play with your food. Help others stay healthy with better food and nutrition choices.
EARLY CHILDHOOD* Make a positive, lasting impression on families and children.
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION*
Learn from experienced educators; become a child’s favorite teacher.
ENGLISH – LITERARY STUDIES Read, write, analyze, think, explore. Repeat.
ENGLISH – PROFESSIONAL WRITING
The practical English major's approach to college – a degree you can use.
ENGLISH FOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATION*
Share your love for Fitzgerald and Salinger with the next generation.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES*
Strengthen and enrich the quality of life for individuals, families and communities.
FAMILY POLICY AND ADVOCACY
Improve quality of life for individuals and families through advocacy and legislative action.
FASHION MERCHANDISING
Explore your love of fashion, and examine the many roles clothing plays in our lives.
FINE ARTS* Art is your passion. Make it your living.
GLOBAL STUDIES
Geography, economics, history, business, religion and more ready you for an international career.
Clinical Dietitian Health Writer Nutrition Educator Child Advocate Educator Early Childhood Director Elementary Educator Consultant Consumer Advocate Librarian Publisher Writer/Author Public Relations Professional Copywriter Editor High School Educator Journalist Librarian Continuing Educator Community Program Director Nonprofit Director Grant Writer Lawyer Lobbyist Product Developer Retail Buyer Trend Forecaster Art Appraiser Curator Historic Preservation Specialist Politician Public Administrator Customs Broker
HEALTH EDUCATION AND PROMOTION
Health Educator Community Activist Public Health Lobbyist
HISTORY*
Archivist Public Policy Specialist Diplomat
Learn to navigate the complexities of health and healthcare, then teach others.
Knowledge of the past leads to understanding of the present. *teacher certification available
More Programs >>>
Case Manager Community Developer Program Director
HUMAN SERVICES Make your community a better place.
Nonprofit Director Business Manager Entrepreneur
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP There’s an art and a science to leadership. Learn both.
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Database Administrator Systems Analyst Web Administrator
Hardware, software — who knows where you'll push the technology curve.
MARKETING
Account Manager Client Services Manager Media Planner
Be versatile, creative and in demand — job growth expected through 2018.
Actuary Auditor Statistician
MATHEMATICS (APPLIED) Math is everywhere. Apply it to your discipline of choice.
Mathematics Educator Guidance Counselor Technical Writer
MATHEMATICS FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION* Help high schoolers enjoy and appreciate math like you do.
Hospital Lab Professional in Immunology, Bacteriology, Pathology
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES Go back to the basics. You know, like cells, genes and chromosomes.
MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION*
Middle School Teacher Curriculum Coordinator
Kids need strong role models. Become the person they want to be when they grow up.
Undergraduate Minors Advertising
Environmental Studies
Professional Writing
African American Studies
Food Management
Psychology
American Culture Studies
Global Studies
Religious Studies
Art History
Graphic Design
Social Entrepreneurship
Biology
History
Social Work
Business Administration
Human Services
Sociology
Chemistry
Literary Studies
Speech-Language Pathology
Communication
Management Information Systems
Sports Management
Computer Science
Marketing
University Minor (Design Your Own)
Cyber Security
Mathematics
Women's & Gender Studies
Early Childhood
Mathematics for Educators
Website Development Certificate
English (Middle school education majors only)
Performing Arts
www.fontbonne.edu/undergrad
Partnerships with Other Schools CHIROPRACTIC Partnership with Logan University — Earn a bachelor's degree and a doctorate in chiropractics ENGINEERING Dual degree partnerships with University of Missouri-Kansas City and Washington University in St. Louis NURSING Partnership with Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Dual degree partnership with Washington University in St. Louis RELIGIOUS STUDIES Accelerated undergraduate/graduate agreement with Aquinas Institute of Theology SOCIAL WORK 3-2 Program in connection with Washington University in St. Louis
Actor Press Agent Stage Manager
PERFORMING ARTS* The world is, of course, a stage, and you can make it yours.
PSYCHOLOGY Answer the question: Why do people do what they do?
Career Counselor Licensed Clinical Psychologist School Psychologist
Campus Minister Religious Educator Chaplain
RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Explore world religions and how they affect human culture and today’s society.
SOCIAL SCIENCE/PRE-LAW
Attorney Federal Investigator Urban Planner
Hone skills in reasoning, analysis and synthesis; prepare for law school.
Advocate Case Manager Social Worker
SOCIAL WORK You really can change the world; we’ll show you how.
SPECIAL EDUCATION* Fontbonne produces more K-12 special education teachers than any other university in Missouri. Join the ranks.
Learning Disabilities Specialist Special Education Teacher
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
Clinician Pathologist Therapist
One out of 20 people have a speech, language or hearing disorder. You’re needed.
SPORTS MANAGEMENT
Combine your interests in business, management and athletics for a creative experience.
UNIVERSITY MAJOR (DESIGN YOUR OWN) Accept the challenge. Create your own unique major for a personalized education.
Coach Intramural Director Sports Information Manager
Journalist Ethicist Human Rights Investigator
*teacher certification available
Good to know… * About three-quarters of Fontbonne’s full-time faculty
hold the highest degree in their field and all are dedicated to teaching and reaching all students.
* Small class sizes give instructors the freedom to offer
personal, individual attention. So get comfortable, ask questions and jump into the conversation.
* FOCUS St. Louis recognized the Bosnia Memory Project at
Fontbonne with a “What’s Right with the Region” award in 2013.
* Fontbonne produces more (K–12 cross-categorical)
special education teachers than any other Missouri school.
* Need a challenge? You could create your own unique
University Major or enroll in the Honors Program, which adds
academic rigor, depth and breadth for qualified students.
Outside the BOOKS Think Big We know it’s important to step off campus and get real world experience. Most of our academic programs have an experiential learning component built in so that at some point in your college career, you’re out in the real world, actually doing what you’re learning.
www.fontbonne.edu/internships
A New Perspective Everyone, including students, faculty and staff, gets involved in Fontbonne’s annual Dedicated Semester — courses, events, speakers and more — focused on one universal theme, like Foodology, Sustainability or Disability. Talk about expanding your horizons …
After Graduation You’re worried about finding a job. Rest assured, a Fontbonne education is outstanding preparation for a career in almost any discipline. And for some added peace of mind, our Career Development Center will support and guide you during and after your academic career — even as an alum.
www.fontbonne.edu/career
The Network Fontbonne has nearly 18,000 alumni, 65 percent of whom live and work in the St. Louis area. Our Alumni Association can help you connect, network and engage with fellow Griffins before and after your graduation.
Deanna Jent is a Fontbonne theatre professor and the creative director of Mustard Seed Theatre, a professional theatre company in residence. What prompted her to join the Fontbonne faculty? And where has her path taken her? Hint: three letters – NYC. To find out more, watch the video.
Or visit www.fontbonne.edu/fallingplay
Good to know‌ Employers in St. Louis and around the country recognize that Fontbonne graduates are knowledgeable, passionate and prepared to enter their fields of study. Here’s a short list of where our grads are working or have been hired. Anheuser-Busch InBev AT&T BJC HealthCare Boeing Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri Brown Shoe Co. Build-A-Bear Workshop City of St. Louis Clear Channel Radio Commerce Bank Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Drug Enforcement Administration Enterprise Frito Lay goBRANDgo! Judevine Center for Autism Lockheed Martin Maritz MasterCard Missouri Botanical Garden Monsanto Paraquad, Inc. Parkway School District Saint Louis Art Museum Sarasota Herald-Tribune St. Louis Sports Commission University of Alabama-Mobile
financial aid
Financial
ASSISTANCE
Use our NEW net price calculator to estimate your financial aid options for Fontbonne.
www.fontbonne.edu/netprice
The Office of Financial Aid will make every effort to assist you in financing the cost of your education at Fontbonne University. With careful planning, you will find how affordable a Fontbonne education can be. We offer a variety of financial assistance programs: need-based grants, student employment, low-interest loans, merit scholarships and alternative payment plans.* Fontbonne admits students without regard to financial need and provides financial aid to those who qualify. Merit-based scholarships and some low-interest loans are also available and awarded to students without demonstration of financial need.
Good to know‌ At Fontbonne, 95 percent of students receive some form of financial assistance, and 93 percent receive assistance they do not need to pay back.
For more information, contact our Financial Aid Office at 314.889.1414 or email financialaid@fontbonne.edu.
*Specific aid packages are determined after thorough review of individual factors.
Step by Step: 1
APPLY for admission to Fontbonne at www.fontbonne.edu/apply.
2 3
FILE the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Use Fontbonne’s school code: 002464.
DOWNLOAD verification documents when requested by the Financial Aid Office. You will be provided with a link to do so. Note: You might be selected for verification by the U.S. Department of Education. Documents you will need include but are not limited to: * IRS issued tax transcript(s) (parent/spouse if applicable) * Verification Worksheet provided by the university * Other requested documents
4
RECEIVE your award letter once all documents have been reviewed and you are accepted as a degree-seeking student.
www.fontbonne.edu/financialaid
scholarships
Knowledge = SCHOLARSHIPS To apply for scholarships you must submit a Fontbonne application for admission as a full-time student (12+ credit hours). Once students have been accepted to the university and awarded a scholarship(s), notification in writing will be mailed to these students. All scholarships are five-year scholarships. Students must maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA to renew.
Freshman Awards & Scholarships Entering first-time, full-time freshmen can qualify for one of the scholarships listed below. Eligibility for merit scholarships is determined by an assessment of the student’s transcripts, high school cumulative GPA and test scores. The December ACT will be the last score accepted for scholarship reconsideration. Having met the specified criteria, students may also qualify for a recognition scholarship or one talent scholarship.
MERIT Scholarships * Presidential Scholarship
Award amount: Up to $19,000 per academic year. Interview is required. Application deadline: Dec. 15; Acceptance deadline: Jan. 15
* Dean’s Scholarship
Award amount: Up to $13,000 per academic year.
* Alumni Scholarship
Award amount: Up to $8,500 per academic year.
* Freshman College Scholarship
Award amount: Up to $6,500 per academic year.
* Griffin Award
Award amount: Up to $4,000 per academic year.
* Founders Scholarship
Award amount: Up to $11,500 per academic year.
RECOGNITION Scholarships Application Deadline: March 1 * Catholic High School Recognition Award – Criteria: First-year, first-time student who has
graduated from a Catholic high school and has been awarded a merit-based scholarship from Fontbonne University. – Award amount: Up to $2,000 per academic year.
* Boys State Alumni Scholarship
– Criteria: Must be a "citizen" of Missouri Boys State. Based on past academic performance and completion of Boys State program. Up to five
* Junior Achievement Scholarship
– Criteria: Senior in the Junior Achievement Company Program with minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA and 20 ACT composite score. Up to five scholarships awarded. – Award amount: Up to $2,000 per academic year.
* Midwest Student Exchange Program
– Criteria: Student must enroll as a non-resident and must be a resident of Kansas, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota or Wisconsin. – Award amount: Up to 10% tuition reduction. Additional application required.
scholarships awarded. – Award amount: Up to $2,000 per academic year.
* Girls State Alumni Scholarship
– Criteria: Must be a "citizen" of Missouri Girls State. Based on past academic performance and completion of Girls State program. Up to five scholarships awarded. – Award amount: Up to $2,000 per academic year.
* A+ Scholarship
– Criteria: First-time, first-year student who has graduated from a Missouri A+ certified high school. Student must have completed the requirements for A+ eligibility and must maintain full-time status. – Award amount: Up to $1,000 per academic year provided student maintains a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Additional application required. Students applying after March 1 will be placed on a waitlist for A+ funds.
Apply online at
www.fontbonne.edu/applynow
Don’t forget to research and apply for outside scholarships! Learn more at
www.fontbonne.edu/ outsidescholarships
Make the Most of YOUR SKILLS
Talent Scholarships Students applying for talent scholarships must major in one of these areas to be eligible for the scholarship. Application Deadline: March 1
ART SCHOLARSHIP Requirements: * Portfolio consisting of approximately
PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP (Scholarships are available for performance and technical theatre.)
12 pieces (submitted electronically)
Requirements:
that you feel demonstrate your ability
* Performance audition of a 3-5
and potential. * Award amount:
Up to $2,000 per academic year.
minute scene or monologue that is memorized and contains movement.
* Technical theatre students must provide
pictures from productions you’ve worked on.
* Award amount:
Up to $2,000 per academic year.
ENGLISH/WRITING SCHOLARSHIP Requirements: * 2 letters of recommendation from English teachers.
* Example of expository writing or literary analysis.
* 1-2 pieces of creative work of your
choice or 4-5 poems or a section of a play.
* Award amount:
Up to $2,000 per academic year.
STEM SCHOLARSHIP (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Requirements: * Coursework in math and/or science that
demonstrates a strong academic record.
* 1 letter of recommendation from a
math or science teacher who can assess your academic ability.
* Interviews with Fontbonne faculty (set up by the Admission Office).
* Award amount:
Up to $2,000 per academic year.
residence halls
Home Away from HOME Live on campus, and get the full Fontbonne experience — cookouts in the Golden Meadow, movie nights in the Joe, dance parties down in the AMC, not to mention easy-to-find study buddies and a short commute to class. As a resident student, you’ll find a helpful support system on campus, from resident advisors to student leaders to Fontbonne staff who do their best to make you feel at home.
Experience college life to the fullest, and live on campus!
COST for room and board (’14-’15): $8,700 average* *Cost may be lower or higher depending on residence hall, room configuration and meal plan.
Residence Halls
ST. JOSEPH HALL, known as
MEDAILLE HALL is designed
SOUTHWEST HALL offers
“the Joe,” is designed for
for single occupancy. Most
apartment-style living on
double occupancy with two
rooms are suites, which consist
campus as an option for juniors
single beds, desks, chairs,
of two single rooms sharing an
and seniors. Each suite houses
closets and wardrobes.
adjoining bathroom (suites are
four students and is complete
If you’re a first-year student,
assigned by gender).
with a kitchen, living room, four
you’ll probably live here.
single bedrooms, a full bath
Get ready to meet your new
and storage closet.
best friends.
Good to Know ... Once you settle in, you’ll realize there’s a ton to do — all within a short walk, ride or drive from campus. * “Borrow a Bike” from the Student Affairs office and peddle through the local neighborhoods.
* Drive a few miles north to the U. City “Loop” where you
can take in a concert at The Pageant, grab a burger at Blueberry Hill or slurp on a root beer float at Fitz’s.
* Find a friend and dare to devour a 28” Pointersaurus
pizza within an hour – local pizza joint Pointer’s will give
you $500 if you can! * Head less than a mile east to Forest Park and run or bike the scenic 5.6-mile path that circles the perimeter.
sports
www.fontbonne.edu/reslife
sports
COMPETE & Achieve
Fontbonne has a strong tradition of athletic excellence. Our studentathletes succeed — on the field and in the classroom. Fontbonne is an NCAA Division III institution, and our student athletes compete in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC), the Midwest Lacrosse Conference (MLC) and the Continental Volleyball Conference (CVC). Fontbonne athletics allows student-athletes to learn valuable life lessons such as teamwork, leadership, discipline, commitment and sportsmanship through high-level athletic competition.
Women's Teams Basketball Cross Country Golf Lacrosse Soccer Men's Softball Teams Tennis Track & Field Volleyball
Basketball · Cross Country · Golf · Soccer Softball · Tennis · Track & Field · Volleyball Baseball Basketball Cross Country Golf Lacrosse Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country Soccer· Golf Tennis Lacrosse · Soccer · Tennis · Track & Field · Volleyball Track & Field Volleyball (We also offer a dance team.)
(We also offer a dance team.) Intramurals such as flag football, bowling and basketball are available.
*Intramurals such as flag football, bowling and basketball are available.
Bryton began his college career at Fontbonne and will finish it at the University of Missouri窶適ansas City as part of a 3/2 engineering program. What made Fontbonne a good fit for him? To meet Bryton and learn more about his Fontbonne experience, watch the video.
www.fontbonne.edu/bryton
www.fontbonnegriffins.com
involvement
Involved & ENGAGED Classrooms, term papers and test scores are important, but college is also about experience and participation, activity and involvement. Fontbonne offers unlimited opportunities for you outside the classroom — organizations to lead, activities to enjoy, events to help plan and service projects to explore.
Student Organizations * Alpha Lambda Delta
* Student Human Environmental Sciences
* Environmental Club
* Student Alumni Association (SAA)
* Fontbonne LGBT Alliance for Respect and
* Griffin Gang
* ENACTUS
* Fontbonne In Service and Humility (FISH) Equality (FLARE)
* Fontbonne Activities Board (FAB)
Association (SHESA)
* Student Government Association (SGA) * Fontbonne Student Ambassadors
* Fontbonne Christian Athletes
* Fontbonne International Student Association (FISA) * Future Teacher’s Association
Honor Societies
* Griffin Girls
* Alpha Kappa Delta (Sociology)
* National Student Speech Language Hearing
* Honors Association
* Geeking2Gether
* Math and Computer Science Club Association (NSSLHA)
* Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK)
* Residence Hall Association (RHA) * Saudi Student Club
* Students for the Enhancement of Cultural Awareness (SECA)
* Delta Mu Delta (Business)
* Kappa Gamma Pi (Catholic)
* Lambda Pi Eta (Communications) * Phi Kappa Phi (Interdisciplinary) * Pi Lambda Theta (Education) * Psi Chi (Psychology)
* Sigma Tau Delta (English)
Erica is a commuter, but just because she doesn't live on campus doesn't mean she isn't an important part of the Fontbonne community. As an active member of the student body, which campus committee did she help develop? What does a day in her life look like? To follow her through a day at Fontbonne, watch her video.
www.fontbonne.edu/dayinthelife
www.fontbonne.edu/ organizations
You Make a DIFFERENCE Study Abroad Expand your world, and spend a week, a month, a semester or even a year studying abroad while earning credit toward your degree. Fontbonne offers a variety of study abroad programs, from group courses to independent opportunities, and because you can use your federal financial aid, study abroad is more affordable than you may think. London, Madrid, Scotland, Sydney, China — the world is just a plane ride away!
www.fontbonne.edu/studyabroad
Service Learning Learning to serve is an important part of the Fontbonne experience and a value that’s found at the very heart of our mission. Through various organizations, including Campus Ministry and Fontbonne in Service and Humility (FISH), you can get involved, engaged and feeling good about helping those around you. Sign up for regular community service projects in the local area, or travel with other students, faculty and staff on our annual international service trip, like Anna (left) did when she spent two weeks in Kenya with a group from Fontbonne.
www.fontbonne.edu/cm
What is Fontbonne Day? One day each year, Fontbonne closes its doors and sends phone calls to voicemail — the entire campus community is out in St. Louis, doing what needs to be done: building, washing, scrubbing, planting and serving at more than 25 different locations in need. Join us — we could use an extra set of hands!
Why is service such an important part of Fontbonne’s culture? Why does the university care about the greater community? To hear from students, faculty and staff, watch the video.
www.fontbonne.edu/fontbonneday
campus & more
It's Your CAMPUS The Fontbonne campus is historic and modern, beautiful and well-equipped — from a library that’s linked to collections around the world to the state-of-the-art Anheuser-Busch Hall. And the campus layout is compact and easy to navigate.
On warm spring days, you’ll find students sprawled out in Golden Meadow, swinging in hammocks, studying at tables and soaking up sunshine.
“Smart” classrooms fitted with built-in computer and audiovisual technology are located all around campus, even in our dietetics kitchens.
The Griffin’s Nest gives commuter students a place to store a sack lunch or even cook a hot meal.
Our Dunham Student Activity Center includes athletic and recreational facilities, with features such as a fitness center, elevated running track, aerobics room, snack bar, fireplace and an outdoor elevated patio — perfect for sunny afternoons.
Keara jumped into the Fontbonne experience, and now she's involved with a variety of organizations and activities, including the Fontbonne Ambassadors. Why does she like helping prospective students? What does she tell them about her university? Find out by watching Keara’s video.
www.fontbonne.edu/keara
Explore & ENJOY
Fontbonne is located in Clayton, Missouri, a beautiful suburb just 10 minutes from downtown St. Louis, a quick drive from Lambert International Airport and a short jaunt to any one of the city’s unique neighborhoods. Five state parks and hundreds of neighborhood parks make St. Louis one of the greenest regions in the nation and a beautiful place to visit. Our campus is just minutes from Forest Park — larger than New York’s Central Park — containing many of St. Louis’ nationally recognized (and FREE!) museums. Explore the park’s running or biking trails, rent a paddleboat to splash around in the Grand Basin or enjoy the summer movie series on Art Hill. * Saint Louis Art Museum
* Saint Louis Zoo
* Saint Louis Science Center * Missouri History Museum * The Muny
Downtown, there’s the City Museum, which defies description, but lets you explore, climb and shimmy through underground caves and towering structures. And three professional sports teams — Cardinals baseball, Rams football and Blues hockey — play in downtown St. Louis venues. It gets pretty exciting ... St. Louis sports fans are some of the most passionate in the nation.
Good to Know ... St. Louis was ranked in 2012 as the "happiest city for job-seeking college graduates." The list ranked cities based on career happiness, average cost-of-living-adjusted salary, relationships, environment, resources and more. Good news for Fontbonne students!
– Reported by Forbes.com
St. Louis There's so much to do! Watch the video to get a better view of St. Louis.
www.fontbonne.edu/stl
checklist
Stay on TRACK
Here’s a quick guide to keep your college search on track.
Register to take PSAT or PLAN test Get involved in extracurricular activities
Take advantage of college planning resources offered at your high school
SPRING
Meet with your advisor to see if you are eligible to register for AP or college credit courses
Enroll in test prep courses for ACT and SAT
SUMMER
Sophomore Year
FALL
Start visiting college campuses
Take the PSAT Attend college fairs
FALL
Talk to family & friends
SPRING
Research scholarships
Junior Year
Sign up for the SAT, ACT & AP tests
Check out summer college preparatory courses Start writing your application essay
SUMMER
Visit college campuses
Get letters of recommendation Talk with a guidance counselor
FALL
Take the ACT/SAT Apply to schools
Visit college campuses
SPRING
Make an enrollment decision Have your final transcript sent to your chosen college
Fill out federal loan applications if necessary
SUMMER
Get ready for your freshman year!
Senior Year
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
VISIT US! One of the best ways to find out if a college is right for you is to visit. We hold preview days throughout the year, but you’re always welcome to set up a personal visit. Schedule your visit online: www.fontbonne.edu/visit or call 1.800.205.5862.
Can’t make it to St. Louis? Take a campus video tour! www.fontbonne.edu/videotour
Meet current and incoming students before classes even start. Join any of our social networks to ask questions and get to know Fontbonne.
Office of Admission 6800 Wydown Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63105-3098 fbyou@fontbonne.edu 314.889.1400 / 1.800.205.5862
www.fontbonne.edu
Fontbonne University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender orientation, national or ethnic origin, or disability in employment or in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic and other programs and activities. Furthermore, Fontbonne University prohibits retaliation against anyone who either opposes unlawful discrimination, assists or participates in an investigation of a complaint of discrimination, or exercises that person’s rights under any law that forbids discrimination. The Fontbonne University coordinators for Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination are: Vice President for Finance and Administration, Fontbonne University, 6800 Wydown Boulevard, St. Louis MO 63105, Phone: 314.719.8017, Fax: 314.719.8023, Email: gzack@fontbonne.edu; Mark Pousson, Director of the Kinkel Center for Academic Resources and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Fontbonne University, 6800 Wydown Blvd., St. Louis MO 63105, Phone: 314.719.3627, Fax: 314.719.3614, Email: mpousson@fontbonne.edu. Questions about this non-discrimination policy and any complaints of discrimination shall be directed to either of these coordinators. Fontbonne University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-380, as amended. Campus Security Act: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Statistics Act (20 U.S.C. 1092) (a) and (f) as revised July 1, 2000, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act, signed August 14, 2008, Fontbonne University prepares and distributes a report regarding campus security and crime statistics. This report is made available to all employees and students by October 1st of each year. The report is also available to prospective students and prospective employees. You can download a copy of this report at: www.fontbonne.edu/csa. A copy of this report may also be received by writing to the Fontbonne University Director of Public Safety, 6800 Wydown Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63105.