A PLACE YOU’LL CALL HOME OPEN HOUSE
OCTOBER 2021
L I G H T T H E WAY
Why Did You Choose Assumption University? Assumption’s dedication to
educating the entire person aligned
well with the wide
range of experiences
that I hoped to gain in college, both
in and out of the classroom. The small population and residential feel of the
campus combined with the possibilities
Assumption not
I chose Assumption
me with the
genuine sense
extracurriculars I
felt when I entered
also felt like the best fit
has a unique atmosphere because
only provided
because of the
academics and
of community I
was interested in, it
campus. This University
and my home away from home.
it’s comprised of faculty, staff,
AIDAN CROWLEY ’22 | LONDONDERRY, NH
for personal exploration and growth,
NICK MACCHIONE ’22 | LEOMINSTER, MA
about you and are invested in your
success. Assumption offers so many
fostered a unique sense of community that I was excited to be a part of.
and students who honestly care
opportunities for students to grow in From the moment I stepped on
whatever path they choose.
SIERRA O’KEEFE ’22 | MILFORD, CT
campus, I knew What initially drew
me to Assumption,
and makes me love it as a student now,
is the passion that the
students and professors
have. You can tell that the faculty are
so passionate about what they’re doing
which, in turn, fuels the students to have that same passion for learning and growing.
EMMA WILBURN ’23 | SHUTESBURY, MA
I loved the small
community and the friendly vibe that
I got from the faculty and students!
JOSEPH SMITH ’25 | BOSTON, MA
Assumption was
home for me. I loved
walking around campus
After coming to
and outside areas for students to enjoy
and falling in love
Furthermore, while on tour, I realized
it is, I really began
culture, religious focus, passion for
school aspect of it all. Small schools are
to get to know Assumption better during
welcoming community. You also get to
to other prospective students, faculty,
time, people you’ve never met - there
individual I met had a deep love for
people. Academically it’s great because
the sense of community and family
professors really get you know you.
and seeing all of the lush greenery
campus for a visit
as well as the beautiful buildings.
with how beautiful
I had quickly fallen in love with the
to appreciate the small
service, and academics. As I continued
special for me because of their safe and
my application process, I was introduced
see people you know and, at the same
and staff at Assumption. Every single
are always opportunities to meet new
Assumption and helped to promote
classes will never be too big and the
that I found myself wanting to be a part of. I am so proud to call Assumption University my home.
ABBIGAIL SULLIVAN ’23 | ANDOVER, MN
ALEXIS WASHINGTON ’23 | CRANSTON, RI
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS YOU’RE INVITED TO THE FOOTBALL GAME ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23! Vaccinated guests are invited to join us at our very own Brian Kelly Stadium and experience, first-hand, the pride and excitement of cheering on our Hounds!
Show your vaccination record at the eSports Arena to get three FREE tickets for you and your family to the 1:00 p.m. game! ATTENDING OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24? You can join in on the fun too! Visit assumptiongreyhounds.com to see the complete schedule of upcoming home games!
WE WANT YOU TO EXPERIENCE EVERYTHING ASSUMPTION HAS TO OFFER.
From transformational academic experiences and faculty mentorship to robust campus life opportunities and a broad range of residences – learn all about it from our campus community today. To achieve the most of your day, we have recommended a special schedule for you. Please refer to your schedule handout given to you at registration.
8:30 A.M.
Early Bird Campus Tours, Hagan Campus Center, 2nd floor The last early-bird tour will depart at 8:45 a.m. 9:30 A.M.
Registration, Laska Gymnasium Lobby
Light refreshments, Hagan Campus Center, 1st floor 10:00 A.M.
Welcome Program, Laska Gymnasium
Jessica McCaughey, Director of Undergraduate Recruitment Kaitlyn Calnan ‘24
Gregory Weiner, Provost and Academic Vice President 10:45 A.M.
Academic
Showcases, Various Locations
Biological and Physical Sciences
Testa Science Center, Fuller Auditorium
Grenon School of Business Tsotsis Family Academic Center, Jeanne Y. Curtis Performance Hall
Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Mathematics Carriage House
Humanities La Maison Hall
Nursing Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Health Sciences Center, Room 107
Psychology Kennedy Memorial Hall, Room 119 Sociology and Criminology La Maison Salon
Education Studies Kennedy Memorial Hall, Room 112
Health Sciences and Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Health Sciences Center, Room 111
Look for the Assumption students holding the color balloon of the showcase you are interested in attending. They will escort you there upon dismissal!
11:30 A.M. – 1:45 P.M.
Academic and Campus Life Fair, Tsotsis Family Academic Center, Ballroom 11:30 A.M. – 1:45 P.M.
Campus Tours, Plourde Recreation Center Gymnasium The last tour will depart at 1:45 p.m. 11:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Lunch, Plourde Recreation Center Gymnasium 12:15 – 1:00 P.M.
Assumption University Information Presentation, Laska Gymnasium 1:30 – 2:15 P.M.
Student Panel, Laska Gymnasium
ACADEMIC SHOWCASES BIOLOGICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES
HUMANITIES AT ASSUMPTION
Biological and physical sciences majors at Assumption have
When you study the humanities at Assumption, you’ll choose
Testa Science Center, Fuller Auditorium
access to fully-equipped laboratories in the state-of-the-art
Testa Science Center, cutting-edge undergraduate research opportunities and esteemed faculty who will mentor,
challenge and encourage students to excel. Learn more about biology, biotechnology, chemistry, neuroscience, physics, pre-dental and pre-med.
GRENON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Tsotsis Family Academic Center,
La Maison Hall
from a breadth of offerings – from English literature to history, theology to philosophy, pre-law to women’s studies and
more – that probe perennial questions of culture, justice,
and human nature. Hear from faculty about how once you discover the area you love, you can explore it through
engaging coursework, independent research opportunities,
and experiential learning and gain a strong foundation for an array of successful and meaningful career paths.
Jeanne Y. Curtis Performance Hall
NURSING
to succeed and a strong grounding in the liberal arts,
Health Sciences Center, Room 107
Gain the business skills and real-world experience needed uniquely positioning you as a well-rounded candidate in
a competitive job environment. For students interested in accounting, economics, fraud examination and forensic accounting, management, marketing, organizational communication, and sport management.
COMPUTER SCIENCE, CYBERSECURITY, AND MATHEMATICS Carriage House
Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Assumption University offers a direct-admission Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) that prepares students to be
professional nurses who provides high-quality, patient-
centered health care. Our rigorous program of foundational
courses, and nursing courses coupled with clinical education
in acute-care, community-based, and simulation environments
provides a solid education to promote the health of individuals, families and communities across the globe.
Join us to see how greyhounds develop their critical
PSYCHOLOGY
fields of mathematics, computer science, and cybersecurity.
Join faculty for a deep dive into studying psychology at
thinking skills and learn to solve problems in the complex
EDUCATION STUDIES
Kennedy Memorial Hall, Room 112
Students who seek a teaching degree at Assumption are
provided the skills they will need to develop and excel in the
classroom, and to inspire their students. Hear how education
Kennedy Memorial Hall, Room 119
Assumption. You’ll learn more about undergraduate majors
and minors in psychology, as well as Assumption’s graduate programs of study. Faculty will share current research
underway within the department and the opportunities undergraduates have to contribute to those studies.
majors master two disciplines: teaching and their content area.
SOCIOLOGY AND CRIMINOLOGY
HEALTH SCIENCES AND HUMAN SERVICES AND REHABILITATION STUDIES
Learn how sociology and criminology students benefit from
Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Health Sciences Center, Room 111
Prepare for a career serving others as a health care
professional - with compassion and empathy at the core of everything you do. Learn more about the array of science
classes and laboratory credits available at Assumption, the
hands-on experiences in the life sciences industry of Worcester, and how the health sciences and human services and
rehabilitation studies programs prepare you for a broad range of career opportunities in the growing field of health care.
La Maison Salon
developing an empirical understanding of social structures, social interactions, and the linkages between the two necessary to address today’s complex social issues.
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11. Biological and Physical Sciences
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Neuroscience
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3. Modern and Classical Languages
12. Pre-health advising
24. Residential Life
13. Health Sciences
25. Campus Activities Board
4. SOPHIA Center for Purpose and Vocation 5. Campus Ministry 6. Theology 7. Core Text and Enduring Questions 8. Community Service-Learning 9. Mathematics, Computer Science, and Cybersecurity
14. Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies 15. Sociology and Criminology 16. Psychology 17. Nursing 18. English 19. Public Safety 20. ROTC 21. Art and Music
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32. Economics, Finance and International Business
44. Academic Support Center
33. Graduate Studies
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Dual Degree Programs
42. Library Services 43. COMPASS
45. Student Accessibility 47. Counseling Services
34. Admissions
48. Assumption Parent Association
35. Office of Financial Aid
49. ALANA Network
36. Honors Program
Cross Cultural Center
37. History
50. Library Services
38. Pre-Law Women’s Studies 39. Political Science 40. Philosophy
51. Career Development and Internship Center
SCHOLARSHIPS
ADMISSION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION Nov. 15: Early Decision Application Deadline
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO APPLY
Nov. 15: Early Action Application Deadline
R A completed Common Application
Dec. 15: Early Action II Application Deadline
R A personal statement or essay
Feb. 15: Regular Decision Application
R An official high school transcript
Deadline
Mar. 1: Priority deadline to file the FAFSA 3.4: Average GPA
TUITION AND FEES 2021-2022 (for typical first-year student living on campus)
Tuition: $45,100 Room and Board: $14,068 Fees: $1,575
including senior grades
R A letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher
R English Proficiency Tests if English
Academic scholarships up to $26,000 per year Audition and interestbased scholarships available
Up to 50 $27,000 per year Light the Way
Scholarships awarded to students who positively impact the world
Go to assumption.edu/ scholarships for a complete list of
scholarship opportunities.
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R If applying to the Froelich School of Nursing, please also submit
an additional essay of intent that demonstrates an interest in
and plans for a career in nursing
Join us for our on-campus and virtual visit opportunities.
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Get to Know Assumption University ACADEMICS
STUDENT LIFE
STUDENT SUCCESS
• 35 majors / 49 minors
• 2,000 students from 33 states and 11 countries
• 91% of 2020 graduates employed, pursuing additional education, or engaged in service within six months
• 13 graduate programs • Dual and accelerated BA/MA degrees • 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio • Average class size of 20 • 2 new state-of-the-art academic buildings
• 24 NCAA Division II athletic teams • 85% of students live on campus all four years • 2 campuses (Worcester, MA, and Rome, Italy) • 60+ student-run clubs and organizations
RANKINGS AND RECOGNITION • “Best Regional University” U.S. News & World Report • “Best 387 Colleges in the Nation” The Princeton Review • “Best Value” U.S. News & World Report
• 81% of 2021 graduates participated in research, internships, service learning and/ or student teaching opportunities • 26,000+ jobs and internships posted in the 2020-2021 academic year
• Division for Student Success focused on providing student support • 800+ individual appointments, student drop-in appointments, and virtual resume reviews in the 20202021 academic year • 60+ employers participating in the career and internship fairs in the 2020-2021 academic year
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