Georgian Court University Parent Brochure

LEGACY STUDENT Maryanne Busse Calvetto ’90 B.A. in History

Hunter Calvetto ’21 Major: Criminal Justice

Joseph Calvetto

I KNOW THAT GCU WAS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR MY DAUGHTER BECAUSE [IT] HAS GIVEN HER THE CHANCE TO GROW AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXCEL IN MANY ASPECTS OF HER LIFE.” DONNA VALENZUELA MIDDLETOWN, NJ Daughter: Xena Valenzuela ’18 Majors: Mathematics and Education

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You’ll hear it a lot—that Georgian Court University “expands possibility.” What it means is that we help students and alumni achieve things they never thought possible.

Consider the student who has rarely traveled, but gets the opportunity to conduct research in Costa Rica, spend a semester studying at John Cabot University in Rome, or earn academic credit for working alongside village health aides in Tanzania through our excellent Global Education/Study Abroad program.

Witness it in the faculty members who rally around a student—determined to help them succeed—even when challenges (academic, family issues, work/school pressures) present themselves. The evidence is

y t i l i b i oss notable, but we’ve got hard numbers that also tell the same story. Almost half of our students are the first in their families to finish college—which says a lot about you as a parent and about their drive to succeed. Upward of 50% persevere and do well despite financial strains at home.

Last year, more than 60% of GCU graduates were transfers. These students came from other colleges and were determined to finish their degree at Georgian Court University.

Add to that, the average salary 10 years after graduation is over $10,000 more than the national average, and you have yet another proof point of what it means when we say that GCU expands possibility and why Georgian Court University is the right fit for your family.

As you search for the right college, turn the page to find out what parents of current students and alumni have to say about Georgian Court University and why it was the right “fit” for their families.

GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY WAS GREAT BECAUSE IT WAS CLOSE TO HOME, AND THE SECURITY ON CAMPUS WAS A HUGE PLUS.” SUSAN BRENNAN HOWELL, NJ Daughter: Jennifer Brennan ’13 B.A. in English Outcome: Admissions counselor at GCU while pursuing a Master of Arts in Holistic Health Studies

PROTECT THE DEN We, as GCU Lions, take pride in our campus in Lakewood and protect what is ours. Lakewood, New Jersey, made it to SafeHome’s 2017 list of the “Safest Cities in the U.S.” with a ranking of number 13 in New Jersey.

With a 24/7 accessible on-campus security team, we take the safety of our students, faculty, and staff seriously. GCU has 19 outside blue-lit emergency phones throughout campus as well as 106 inbuilding emergency phones and 57 CCTV cameras throughout the campus. Security officers are retired law enforcement and/or military, and they patrol the campus by car, foot, golf cart, or bike while responding to incidents 24/7.

GCU ON FACULTY More than 90% of our faculty have doctoral degrees. They also have real-world experience and connections that are valuable to students looking for internship opportunities while pursuing their degrees and employment upon graduation.

Faculty accolades include: NJBIZ’s “2017 Best 50 Women in Business in New Jersey,” discovering a lost Edith Wharton manuscript, and written work in national publications. Visit georgian.edu/publications and click on Faculty Focus to get an idea of the extraordinary work that our professors do during the academic year.

WE THOUGHT [A SMALL SCHOOL] WOULD BE IDEAL FOR BEN TO KNUCKLE DOWN AND GET HIS WORK DONE WHILST PLAYING SOCCER. WE WERE BOTH VERY HAPPY WITH WHERE HE HAD PURSUED HIS COLLEGE SOCCER CAREER AND GAINED A VALUABLE EDUCATION.” ANGELA & ELLIS SALSBY, BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND Son: Ben Salsby ’17 B.S. in Business Administration Outcome: Program Coordinator, Professional Services Department at J. Knipper and Company

GCU ON SUCCESS M.B.A. grad Sheri Silversmith ’12 wrote a successful grant to fund a playground for disabled children.

From business courses to an internship at the MTA in Grand Central Station, Miriam Hunte ’16 (above) secured a job and a graduate program scholarship to NYU.

Standout soccer player and biology major Tyler Verdoni ’16 (right) landed a coveted spot in podiatry school at Temple University and felt totally prepared on Day 1 of graduate school.

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OF GRADUATES ARE IN JOBS OR GRADUATE SCHOOL WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF GRADUATION

A GCU career services counseling session sparked the bright idea for Troy Allen’s ’16 (right) personal branding campaign that led to a job the day after graduation.

Artistic director and choreographer of T.MAJ Dance Company Titilayo Majoyeogbe ’14 is a dancer who has reinvested in community-based performing arts.

CAREER SERVICES FOR LIFE!

From the classroom to real-life experience on the set of Supergirl—English major Emily Oakes ’17 worked with comic book super-geek and director Kevin Smith.

LEGACY STUDENTS Leigh Burgess Sweeney ’91 M.A. in Education

Jaime Sweeney ’21 (not pictured) Major: Accounting

Jaclynn Sweeney ’19 (above) Major: Digital Communication

GCU ON SIZE We have a 13:1 student/teacher ratio—small class sizes that give your college-bound student that personalized attention and the opportunity to stand out. The opportunities to shine in a small class setting expand possibility for each and every student.

Georgian Court University is small enough that students see familiar faces every day; but large enough to provide the resources of a large university; small enough for students to grab coffee with their professors at the Court Café, but large enough to retreat across campus to study alone under a tree; small enough to work hands-on with faculty on research projects, but large enough to present at national conferences.

At GCU, we give students options.

THE CLASS SIZE WAS WHAT GOT ME, AS WELL AS THE SCHOOL’S VALUE SYSTEM. MY SON WAS NOT JUST A STUDENT IN THE CLASS; HIS SUCCESS WAS IMPORTANT TO HIS COMMITTED AND DEVOTED PROFESSORS.” CHRISTIANA ADEBAYO SAYREVILLE, NJ Son: Ayomide Adebayo ’17 B.A. in Digital Design Outcome: Layout Specialist at Educational Testing Service

SOCIOECONOMIC DIVERSITY* 39% Georgian Court University

UNIVERSITY SCORECARD

27% Monmouth University 39% Montclair State University 31% Rutgers University–New Brunswick

AVERAGE ANNUAL COST **

National Median $16,300

$16,920 Georgian Court University $28,093 Monmouth University $22,377 Montclair State University $19,924 Rutgers University–New Brunswick

SALARY AFTER ATTENDING**

National Median $34,100

$42,800 Georgian Court University *Data from collegescorecard.ed.gov. **Four–year school. Data from collegescorecard.ed.gov.

NEXT STEPS FOR STUDENTS One step onto our campus, and you’ll know that we are the right choice.

• S ign up to visit our stunning 156-acre campus at georgian.edu/visit.

We have rolling admissions, so a student can apply anytime!

• Apply for admissions at georgian.edu/apply.

• Submit official transcripts.

• S ubmit SAT/ACT scores (if applicable).

Don’t worry. Our admissions counselors will remind you.

We are more affordable than you think! Millions of dollars in financial aid are awarded every year— making it easier for students to afford a quality education at a four-year private institution.

• A pply for financial aid at georgian.edu/financial-aid.

Choose Georgian Court University!

• Deposit now at georgian.edu/accepted.

OUR DAUGHTER WAS RAISED WITH STRONG, CATHOLIC VALUES, AND GCU’S COMMITMENT TO THOSE VALUES DEFINITELY PLAYED A ROLE IN HER COLLEGE SELECTION.” JOHN & SUSAN BALOGA DUPONT, PA Daughter: Taylor Baloga ’20 Major: Exercise Science, Wellness, and Sports (Pre-PT)

GCU ON GOALS Our mission is to educate. Our coeducational community is committed to five Mercy core values— respect, integrity, justice, compassion, and service.

We prepare your loved ones with these invaluable assets, which teaches them the importance of the role that they play in their families, their communities, and in their professional careers.

GCU IS AN EXTENSION OF OUR FAMILY’S MORALS AND BELIEFS. IT’S A LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN HERE ON EARTH.” CATHLEEN TALIAN BAYVILLE, NJ Daughter: Grace Talian ’17

Change the world.

B. S. in Business Administration Outcome: Admissions counselor at GCU while pursuing an M.B.A.

WE’RE NOT HERE TO GIVE YOU A PIECE OF PAPER. WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU FIND A LIFE.” EVELYN SAUL QUINN, M.S.W., M.ED., ’74 Vice President for Mission Integration

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CATHOLIC COLLEGE OF DISTINCTION

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BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK

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First Generation College Students

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CHOOSE GCU Georgian Court University in Lakewood, New Jersey, is a hidden gem nestled in a central location between two major cities—New York and Philadelphia—and just 10 minutes from the unforgettable Jersey Shore (with additional, convenient locations in New Jersey to take classes). Courses are held inside and outside of the classroom (check out our natural zone), as well as around the world, thanks to our excellent global education program. We are nationally ranked as one of the best regional universities by U.S. News & World Report and a “Best Bang for the Buck” according to Washington Monthly magazine, as well as a host of other accolades.

Choose GCU. Together, we can expand possibility.

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MILITARYFRIENDLY® SCHOOL

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WE TRANSFORM OUR STUDENTS’ LIVES. THE FUTURE DEMANDS THAT STUDENTS BE PREPARED ACADEMICALLY, ETHICALLY, SOCIALLY, AND SPIRITUALLY. AT GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY, WE PREPARE OUR STUDENTS NOT ONLY FOR SUCCESS IN THEIR CAREER, BUT TO CHANGE THE WORLD.” JOSEPH R. MARBACH, PH.D. Georgian Court University President

Office of Admissions 900 Lakewood Ave., Lakewood, NJ 08701-2697 732.987.2700 • admissions@georgian.edu georgian.edu

Georgian Court University does not discriminate in its recruitment and admission of students, regardless of gender, race, creed, color, religion, age, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.