TRANSFER GUIDE
A CAMPUS OF DISTINCTION
ABOUT LIU BROOKLYN Brooklyn is home to New York City’s fastest growing neighborhoods, and LIU Brooklyn is right in the heart of it all—located steps away from Barclays Center and the trendy restaurants, cafés, and boutiques of Fort Greene. Our beautifully landscaped, self-contained 11-acre campus offers easy access to the professional opportunities and resources of Manhattan. LIU Brooklyn was ranked the third-safest campus in the nation and the safest in New York City by the Daily Beast.
The Princeton Review “Best Colleges in the Northeast”
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Best School for Nursing and Health Care Majors by Salary Potential
A College of Distinction
President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll
Home to the Prestigious George Polk Awards in Journalism
NEW YORK CITY IS YOUR CLASSROOM There is no better place in the world to learn than New York City. On the streets, you’ll hear a
symphony of languages from around the world, and you’ll encounter people from all walks of life.
The cultural opportunities are endless – from museums that feature the world’s greatest art to venues for every style of music imaginable – and the city’s multitude of neighborhoods allows for endless
exploration, from the unparalleled views of the city’s skyscrapers to the urban oasis of Central Park.
HONORS COLLEGE LIU Brooklyn’s Honors College offers academically exceptional students the opportunity to enjoy a unique educational experience. The Honors College provides students with opportunities for collaborative research, real-world applications of their education, and other transformational learning experiences. Honors College students experience a vibrant intellectual and social community where their distinctive talents and interests are supported and developed, graduating as part of an elite alumni community whose academic achievements stand out among colleagues, and attract the attention of potential employers.
HONORS COLLEGE BENEFITS • Small, seminar-style classes • Intellectually challenging and unique courses • Immersive off-campus travel, seminars, academic conferences and competitions • Priority registration for classes • Prestigious internships 3
GROW YOUR NETWORK Before you set out to launch your career, our alumni network will give you the connections you need. With graduates in every industry, you’ll be able to network, job shadow, connect with mentors, and gain insider access to top positions at leading companies.
12:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
Located in
NYC’s
Fastest Growing Neighborhood
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32 NCAA Division I Athletic Teams
60 Student Clubs & Organizations
Career-Focused
Internships $100
Nearly
68
million
Alumni Strong
Countries Represented
Awarded Annually in Scholarships & Grants
270,000
LIU PROMINENTALUMNI plus nearly 270,000 more
ANDREW ZARICK CEO – DIGITAL DUMBO
WINNIE MACK SENIOR VP OF HEALTH SYSTEMS OPERATIONS, RET. – NORTHWELL HEALTH
ROBERT ARNING CHAIRMAN & CLIENT CARE EXECUTIVE, RET. – KPMG FOUNDATION
BRIAN KILMEADE AUTHOR & ANCHOR – FOX NEWS
JAMES FLANAGAN VICE CHAIRMAN – PRICEWATERHOUSE COOPERS
MEGHAN KLEINSCHMIDT ROCKETTE – RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL
HOWARD MURAD FOUNDER – MURAD SKINCARE INC.
TERRY SEMEL CEO, RET. – YAHOO!
MICHAEL GUTNICK EVP & CFO, RET. – MEMORIAL SLOANKETTERING
SARABETH LEVINE CEO – SARABETH’S
BYRON LEWIS CEO – EMERITUS OF UNIWORLD GROUP
DANNY SIMMONS FOUNDER – DEF POETRY JAM
LYNDA LOPEZ HOST – WCBS RADIO
THOMAS BUONAIUTO PRESIDENT & CEO – EMPIRE NATIONAL BANK
STEVEN BANDROWCZAK PRESIDENT & COO – XEROX
FRED GAUDELLI PRODUCER – SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
IAN GINSBERG CEO – C.O. BIGELOW
DERRICK DAVIS BROADWAY ACTOR – PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
ALAN HAHN SPORTS ANALYST & TALK SHOW HOST – ESPN NEW YORK
DIETER WEINAND CEO – BAYER HEALTHCARE PHARMACEUTICALS
AL KAHN MARKETER OF POKEMON & NINTENDO
BILL NUTI CEO – NCR
DAVID KLINE EVP & CTO – NEWS CORP
DAVID ANTIN PRIVATE INVESTOR – ANTIN BROTHERS, LLC
IRENE NATIVIDAD FOUNDER & PRESIDENT – GLOBAL SUMMIT OF WOMEN 5
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID LIU’s Office of Enrollment Services is committed to making your education accessible. Counselors provide assistance with the financial aid application process (FAFSA), and they’ll help create a personal plan to cover tuition, housing, and other expenses. They connect LIU Brooklyn students with scholarships, grants, and loans. Free financial aid seminars are offered throughout the year. The seminars provide detailed information about the FAFSA process and how to obtain the maximum amount of aid for your college education. For information about our seminars, contact the Admissions office at 718.488.1011.
LIU BROOKLYN IS ONLY
ONE SUBWAY STOP TO MANHATTAN — JUST A SHORT TRAIN
RIDE AWAY FROM COUNTLESS INTERNSHIP AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES.
LIU BROOKLYN TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID SCENARIOS* Scenario A: A junior-year transfer student receiving maximum federal and state awards, and a Merit Scholarship.
Tuition: $37,926 Federal Pell Grant 6,345 NYS TAP 5,165 Merit Scholarship 7,500 Direct Federal Student Loans 7,500 Federal SEOG Grant 3,000 Federal Work Study 4,500
Scenario B: A junior-year transfer student receiving mid-range federal and state awards with a GPA of 3.90 and a member of Phi Theta Kappa. Tuition: $37,926 Federal Pell Grant 3,175 NYS TAP 2,600 Presidential Scholarship 12,000 Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship 2,500 Direct Federal Student Loans 7,500 Federal SEOG Grant 1,500 Federal Work Study 4,500
Balance $3,916 *2021-2022 tuition rates
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Balance $4,151
Scenario C: A junior-year transfer student with a GPA of 3.75 and an expected family contribution of $50,000 receiving a Distinguished Scholars Award and Arts Award. Tuition: $37,926 Distinguished Scholars Award 9,000 Performing Arts Award 2,500 Direct Federal Student Loans 7,500
Balance $18,926
FUND YOUR FUTURE TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS & MERIT AWARDS A college education is an important investment in your future. LIU is dedicated to helping make a quality education affordable. Scholarships are determined by the information supplied in your admissions application and are based on your GPA at the time of admission. Merit-based scholarships are subject to change and exact amounts may vary from semester to semester. All scholarships are awarded on a funds available basis. If you receive a transfer academic scholarship, it may be renewed for up to six consecutive terms of undergraduate study if you meet the renewal requirements, which include maintaining full-time enrollment status and a 3.2 cumulative GPA.
Presidential Scholarships* — Up to $12,000 per year The Presidential Scholarship is offered to the highest achieving applicants, and includes entry into our prestigious Honors College.
Distinguished Scholars Award* — up to $9,000 per year Honors Scholarships are generally offered to the top 25% of our admitted students and also include entry into the Honors College.
Merit Scholarships — Up to $7,500 per year Merit scholarships are typically offered to students with a GPA of 3.5 or greater.
Recognition Scholarships — up to $5,000 per year Recognition scholarships are typically offered to students with a GPA of 3.2 or greater. *Application is required for acceptance into Honors College
ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Other scholarships, such as the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, may be awarded after your application is evaluated. A limited number of LIU Grants are available for students who do not meet the criteria for the scholarships noted above. Talent scholarships are available for students after auditions or portfolio submissions in the visual and performing arts. Scholarships are also available for athletes, alumni, siblings of current students, and veterans. 7
SEAMLESS TRANSFER Our application process is swift and seamless. In some cases, we offer on-the-spot admissions decisions. Transfer admissions counselors help you coordinate all services, including credit evaluations, financial assistance, scholarship programs, academic advisement, and registration.
“ LIU took me with open arms after a number of short-lived experiences around Europe and the United States. I’ve been a student at the Brooklyn campus for almost two years now, and the people at LIU have made sure to offer me consistent support and care throughout the entire process of establishing myself as a student and aspiring professional in New York. It’s nice to finally be somewhere that feels like home.” – Antonio Salameh 8
ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS LIU Brooklyn has articulation agreements with community colleges across New York including: •B orough of Manhattan Community College • Kingsborough Community College • L aGuardia Community College • Nassau Community College •S uffolk County Community College These agreements map equivalent coursework to LIU programs and result in awarding maximum number of transfer credits.
FINS UP! 32 NCAA DIVISION I ATHLETIC TEAMS MEN’S
WOMEN’S
CO-ED
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Swimming & Diving Indoor Track & Field Outdoor Track & Field Wrestling
Basketball Bowling Cross Country Equestrian Fencing Field Hockey Golf Gymnastics Ice Hockey Lacrosse Rugby Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Indoor Track & Field Outdoor Track & Field Volleyball Water Polo
E-Sports
SPIRIT Cheerleading Dance Pep Band
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WELCOME HOME THIS IS HOW WE LIVE
PICK THE STYLE OF YOUR ROOM Two campus residence halls are tailored to meet individual styles. Themed housing is designed for a variety of academic, cultural, and personal interests. CHOOSE YOUR ROOMMATE Once you sign up for housing, you will select your room and pick a roommate with RoomSync, a social media tool. DECIDE ON DINING LIU Brooklyn offers meal plan options for residential and commuter students and a wide array of dining selections across campus.
MODERN AMENITIES Living on campus comes with so much more than just a room. All residence areas include free Wi-Fi and cable, study lounges, recreation rooms, TV lounges, laundry rooms, around-the-clock security officers and dedicated professional staff.
DID YOU KNOW? LIU Brooklyn was rated one of the safest campuses in New York City by the Daily Beast website.
SHARK DINING OPTIONS • • • • •
Freshens Peet’s Coffee P.O.D. Express Shark Bite Dining Hall The Smoothie Bar
STEINBERG WELLNESS CENTER • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Aerobics Basketball Cardio room Hip Hop Hydrotherapy pool Pilates Raquetball Rooftop Running Track Swimming Volleyball Weight room Yoga Zumba
LIVING ON CAMPUS MEANS Taking more classes and getting better grades 10
A three minute walk to class (or less)
Meal Plans. Three meals a day no cooking required
LIVE. STUDY. PLAY. LIU Brooklyn offers a variety of programs and services that enhance your experience on campus. Whether you are looking for ways to make lifelong friendships, explore professional and career interests, or build your leadership skills, there is a club, organization, group, or program for you.
SERVICE ACADEMIC CULTURE 60 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS to choose from, or start your own!
POPULAR EVENTS & TRADITIONS • Greek Week
• Midnight Madness
• Senior Toast
• Holidays in Brooklyn
• Homecoming
• Relay for Life
• Welcome Week
• Cultural Explosion
• Midnight Breakfast
• Spring Concert
• Casino Night
• Fall Festival
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COLLEGE OF PHARMACY: DOCTOR OF PHARMACY
OVER A CENTURY OF EXCELLENCE Founded in 1886, LIU Pharmacy (Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences) has been providing student-centered training for pharmacists for more than a century. LIU Pharmacy’s curriculum places heavy emphasis on ethical and experiential learning in a variety of settings in order to prepare students for leadership positions within interdisciplinary teams dedicated to patient-centered care. The heavy concentration of pharmaceutical industry and medical institutions in the New York metropolitan area provides incomparable opportunities for practical experience, and professional advancement.
LIU BROOKLYN FEATURES STATE-OF-THE-ART RESEARCH FACILITIES •
Lachman Institute for Pharmaceutical Analysis
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W illiamson Institute for Pharmacometrics
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Natoli Engineering Institute for Industrial Pharmacy Development and Research
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HARRIET ROTHKOPF HEILBRUNN SCHOOL OF NURSING Whether your interest lies in working in a hospital setting, a clinic, or elsewhere in the community, LIU Brooklyn’s School of Nursing offers programs that help individuals develop the skills required to be caring and effective health care professionals.
STATE-OF-THE-ART LEARNING
Established in 1955, the Harriet Rothkopf Heilbrunn School of Nursing is the only universitybased academic nursing center in Brooklyn.
Students are prepared to address compelling health care challenges in the community and the nation through emphasis on engaged learning, training, and simulation of the urban nursing environments. The School of Nursing’s high-tech facilities feature modern educational laboratories and classrooms with specialized simulation and clinical equipment. In the high-fidelity simulation rooms, students are trained well beyond traditional techniques in mock scenarios using hospital-grade equipment that teach effective patient interaction and diagnosis.
NURSES ARE AMONG THE TOP
OCCUPATIONS
IN TERMS OF JOB GROWTH. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
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SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS
THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CARE Responding to the dramatic changes taking place in the organization and delivery of health care, the School of Health Professions offers outstanding programs to educate health professionals for the 21st century. Our programs are supported by an exceptional faculty, state-of-theart teaching and research facilities, and affiliations with hundreds of hospitals, medical centers, and clinics, where students gain hands-on experience in their chosen areas of specialization.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS • Diagnostic Medical Sonography • Exercise Science & Wellness
Offering competitive degree tracks, the School of Health Professions is the most comprehensive in New York and provides students with interdisciplinary and interactive learning opportunities that are at the cutting edge of health care education.
• Health Science • Health Science/Public Health* • Occupational Therapy‡ • Respiratory Care • Social Work
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS ARE ACCREDITED BY: • Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) • Occupational Therapy: The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, American Occupation Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA)
* 5-Year Shared Program Dual Degree Only
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• Respiratory Care: Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Professions (CAAHEP) • Social Work: Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
THE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS WAS RANKED NO. 1 FOR HEALTH CARE MAJORS’ SALARIES BY PAYSCALE.COM
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RICHARD L. CONOLLY COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
A WIDE RANGE OF PROGRAMS Conolly College offers a wide range of programs in the Humanities, Life Sciences, and Social Sciences, that prepare future scientists, researchers, and clinicians for prosperous careers.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS • Biochemistry • Bioinformatics • Biology • Chemistry • English • International Relations
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH INTEREST The Conolly College science division offers exceptional opportunities to think, work and collaborate across many levels of biological organization and styles of research.
• Political Science • Psychology
PREPARING GLOBAL LEADERS LIU Brooklyn’s award-winning Model UN Club provides a forum for students who are interested in international organizations and law, diplomacy, and conflict resolution in the international arena.
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ROC NATION SCHOOL OF MUSIC, SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS • Applied Music • Music Technology, Entrepreneurship & Production • Sports Management • Vocal Performance
HISTORIC COLLABORATION BETWEEN LEADERS IN EDUCATION AND INDUSTRY Roc Nation and LIU have established the The Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment at LIU Brooklyn to educate the next generation of industry changemakers. The Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment serves as a globally renowned destination for world-class education, exceptional career development, cultural initiatives and philanthropic endeavors. liu.edu/rocnation
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25 PERCENT OF ENROLLED STUDENTS ARE AWARDED ROC NATION HOPE SCHOLARSHIPS. THESE SCHOLARS WILL
GRADUATE DEBT FREE,
AND RECEIVE INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT AND MENTORSHIP.
ACADEMIC OFFERINGS The Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment’s degree programs prepare students for a wide range of careers in performance, entrepreneurship, and all aspects of music, sports business and management. Students will engage with university professors, alongside visiting guest artists and lecturers while participating in immersive internships, ensuring they graduate with both hands-on experience and a network of professional contacts.
TURN YOUR LOVE OF THE GAME INTO A LUCRATIVE CAREER With a BS in Sports Management you’ll develop interdisciplinary knowledge and skills and build relationships with today’s leading sports organizations.
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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION INFORMATION SCIENCES
Whether your dream is to lead a Fortune 500 company, run a high-tech venture, or serve as a public administrator, you will find the programs of study and tools needed to reach your goals in LIU Brooklyn’s School of Business, Public Administration and Information Sciences. The School offers a comprehensive curriculum and the hands-on learning experience needed to compete and succeed in today’s rapidly evolving job market.
TECHNOLOGY DRIVEN Every company and organization in the world relies on technology and wireless networking to operate within the global business economy. Few degrees offer as many career choices as computer science—from the web to smartphones to database networks, your education will be essential to the 21st century global marketplace.
LAND YOUR DREAM INTERNSHIP BUSINESS STUDENTS INTERN AT THE NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, MERRILL LYNCH, THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, AND MORE. 18
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS • Accounting* • Artificial Intelligence LIU BROOKLYN IS A PART OF BROOKLYN’S TECH TRIANGLE – AN INCUBATOR FOR ENTREPRENEURS WHO WANT TO TURN INNOVATIVE IDEAS
INTO STARTUP VENTURES. SERVICE LEARNING
Students in the Accounting Society earn experience in their chosen profession by providing free assistance with income tax preparation to low-income residents and seniors in the community through LIU’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Center.
• Business Administration • Computer Science • Entrepreneurship • Finance • Management • Marketing
*Also available as 5-Year Shared Program
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SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
ADVANCEMENT IN EDUCATION LIU is leading the advancement in New York of two innovative education programs that provide a comprehensive approach to student learning and development. The research-based initiatives, based on the vision of philanthropist T. Denny Sanford, are being introduced nationwide through the Sanford Education Collaborative.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS • Adolescence Education ° Social Studies • Childhood Education • Inclusive Early Childhood Education
As a member of the Sanford Education Collaborative, LIU is transforming how children learn through the Sanford Harmony Program, which strengthens positive peer relationships among PreK6 children, and Sanford Inspire, which provides a growing resource of free and readily-accessible online modules on inspiring teaching approaches. The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Leadership offers programs on both the undergraduate and graduate level, all leading to eligibility for N.Y. State certification. All of our programs emphasize hands-on learning in a multicultural context.
SUPPORT AND RESOURCES Become a part of the NYC educators community through the Center for Urban Educators, the Learning Center for Educators and Families, Sanford Education Collaborative and the Teacher Resource Center.
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SCHOOL OF ARTS
ACTING FOR THEATRE, FILM & TELEVISION PROGRAM The BFA in Acting for Theatre, Film
and Television is designed for students
STUDIO PARTNERSHIP
interested in thorough conservatory studio training in acting on stage in live performance, and on camera in film and
Classes in stage acting, voice &
television. This exciting program offers
speech and movement are offered in
students a comprehensible sequence
partnership with The New Group, a
of study that has a viable, professional
renowned theatre company in New York
application, and prepares them for the
City. By studying under the studio model at a professional
modern acting industry.
theater company, our students immerse themselves in the art of acting, network with industry experts, attend
In addition to robust acting training, our
performances, and participate in master classes and
students are prepared to be creators and
talkbacks with actors performing in The New Group’s works.
producers of new work. The program covers the important facets of on-stage and behind the stage theatre, and oncamera and behind the camera film and video practice and craft. In the final year, students work with a mentor to create final projects in their chosen fields of theatre, film, television, or any combination thereof. This project is the culmination of the BFA program and prepares students for the field of their choice in the professional realm. 21
GEORGE POLK SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATIONS
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS • Communication • Journalism
OVER 70 YEARS OF INTREPID JOURNALISM
LIU is home to the prestigious George Polk Awards. Students benefit from access to the most notable news professionals in the world.
• Media Arts • Sports Communication & Marketing
INTERNSHIPS THAT MATTER Sports Communication & Marketing students have the opportunity to intern at the Barclays Center— minutes away from the Brooklyn campus. 22
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS • Accounting • Acting for Theatre, Film & Television • Applied Music • Artificial Intelligence • Biochemistry • Bioinformatics • Biology • Business Administration • Chemistry • Communication • Computer Science • Diagnostic Medical Sonography • Education – Inclusive Early Childhood Education – Childhood Education – Adolescence Education ° Social Studies • English • Entrepreneurship • Exercise Science & Wellness • Finance • Global Studies • Health Science • International Relations
• Journalism • Management • Marketing • Media Arts •M usic Technology, Entrepreneurship & Production • Nursing • Occupational Therapy (dual degree) • Pharmacy (PharmD) • Political Science • Psychology • Respiratory Care • Social Work •S ports Management •S ports Communication & Marketing •V ocal Performance
5-YEAR SHARED PROGRAMS • Accounting • Health Science/Public Health • PharmD/MBA • PharmD/MPH
TRANSFER FAQS SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS:
Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended. Please note that transfer students who graduated from a high school in New York must submit proof of graduation in order to be considered for the New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). Upload unofficial transcripts online at apply.liu.edu/quickapp. LIU will accept a maximum of 72 credits from two-year colleges and 96 credits from four-year colleges and universities.
WHERE DO I SEND MY TRANSCRIPTS? Directly to LIU Brooklyn:
Upload unofficial transcripts online:
1 University Plaza
or email:
LIU Brooklyn Admissions Brooklyn, NY 11201
liu.edu/apply
bkln-transfer@liu.edu
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STEP OF THE WAY. For questions about Transfer Admissions: bkln-transfer@liu.edu 718.488.1011 How to Apply: liu.edu/apply
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