Campus Visit Guide - 2020-21 Academic Year

2020/21 ACADEMIC YEAR

CAMPUS VISIT GUIDE

WELCOME, WE ARE SO GLAD YOU’RE HERE! When you drove onto campus today, excitement filled the air. You might have asked yourself, “Could this be my college?” We hope your visit to Benedictine College brings clarity to your search.

The entire campus community is eager to welcome you into the Raven family. At Benedictine, the faculty and staff are committed to ensuring your success on the path to greatness. This could be the next step in your journey to becoming the person you are called to be.

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ABOUT BENEDICTINE Student Body

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COMMUNITY Residence Life Athletics Campus Map

16 FAITH Mass, Rosary, and Confession Times Ministry Facts

18 SCHOLARSHIP Majors and Minors Study Abroad Programs of Distinction Enrichment Opportunties General Education Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP) Equivalency

28 PAYING FOR COLLEGE Scholarships, Loans, and Grants Academic Scholarship Requirements

30 CONTACTS 31 IMPORTANT DATES 5

ABOUT

ROOTED IN TRADITION HISTORY

Over 160 years ago, Father Henry Lemke, the first Benedictine monk to come to the area, arrived in the Kansas Territory. By 1858, more monks had arrived and soon St. Benedict’s College was educating the men of the American frontier. Opening a college on the Kansas-Missouri border just prior to the Civil War may have been difficult, but the monks were faithful, courageous, and strong…and they persevered.

In 1863, at the height of the Civil War, seven strong-willed women, the Benedictine sisters, arrived in Atchison by riverboat. With limited wealth, but an abundance of spiritual resources, they founded Mount St. Scholastica Academy for women, followed later by Mount St. Scholastica College.

These two institutions merged their individual colleges in 1971, creating co-educational Benedictine College. Benedictine still recognizes the history, tradition, and faith of the founding Benedictine institutions today.

MISSION

Heir to the 1500 years of Benedictine dedication to learning, Benedictine College’s mission as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts, residential college is the education of men and women within a community of faith and scholarship.

VISION

Building one of the great Catholic colleges in America.

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JESUS CHRIST: We believe in the love of Jesus Christ and the faith revealed to, and handed down by, the Roman Catholic Church. To grow in a relationship with Jesus by using the gifts of faith and reason to see and do things the way God does.

“The love of Christ must come before all else.” RB 4:21 COMMUNITY: We believe in service to the common good, respect for the individual, virtuous friendship, and the beatitudes.

To demonstrate good will, humility, trust, accountability, justice, faithfulness, obedience, peace, and discipleship. “They should each try to be the first to show respect to the other.” RB 72:4

VALUES

Benedictine College’s values are inspired by the Rule of St. Benedict (RB). Written in 516

by St. Benedict of Nursia, twin brother to St. Scholastica, it is one of the world’s oldest active handbooks that provides an invaluable model for anyone desiring to live more simply and grow closer to Christ.

CONVERSION OF LIFE: We believe conversation, a commitment to personal conversion or growth, positively transforms life. To pursue continual self-improvement, seeking the truth each day, joyfully beginning again and again, hoping in God. “Your way of acting should be different from the world’s way.” RB 4:20 LOVE OF LEARNING: We believe rigorous scholarship in the liberal arts, rooted in the monastic tradition, leads to the discovery of truth. To strive for wisdom lived in responsible awareness of oneself, family, society, nature, and God. “We intend to establish a school for the Lord’s service.” RB P:45 LISTENING: We believe seeking counsel and listening should lead to wise resolution and action. To engage all members of the community on important matters so leaders make good decisions. “Call the whole community together and explain what the business is; and after hearing the advice, ponder it and follow the wiser course.” RB 3:1-2 EXCELLENCE THROUGH VIRTUE: We believe that a daily discipline and practice of virtue leads to learning, freedom, and greatness. To personally strive for excellence in all things, practicing cardinal and theological virtues until they become habit. “That in all things God may be glorified.” RB 57:9 HOSPITALITY: We pledge to uphold the dignity of every human person from the beginning of life to its natural end. To be open to the multitude of persons in the human family, God’s greatest treasure and our greatest resource. “All guests who present themselves are to be welcomed as Christ.” RB 53:1 STABILITY: We believe in a commitment to one’s vocation in a daily rhythm of life following St. Benedict and St. Scholastica.

To develop a balanced way of life and love for the people and place along with fidelity to its traditions. “Never swerving from his instructions, we share in the sufferings of Christ to also share in his kingdom.” RB P:50 STEWARDSHIP: We believe the Lord God made all things and called them good. To care for creation and the goods of this place, our time, talent, and treasure, as gifts from God. “Regard all utensils and goods as sacred vessels of the altar.” RB 31:10 PRAYER AND WORK: We believe our Ora et Labora cooperates in God’s plan to make all things new. To always be in conversation with God through prayer and value the dignity of all work and human activity. “We believe that the divine presence is everywhere… They live by the labor of their own hands.” RB 19:1-48:8 RAVEN PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE | 55

Our student body is one of a kind.

1,936 students

% 22 in-state % 78 out-of-state

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89% Catholic

13:1

student-to-faculty ratio

% 52 female % 48 male

25 avg ACT

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COMMUNITY

OUR STUDENT LIFE PROGRAM SETS A NATIONAL STANDARD FOR EXCELLENCE. Ravens are connected through the ages by campus traditions, from beanies to bed races, and athletic success, from football to lacrosse.

That is why we are a residential college, with 83 percent of our students living on campus.

Our students are from all over the United States and more than 18 other countries.

Through our residence life programs, our 47 clubs and organizations, and a dash of our good old-fashioned Benedictine hospitality, you will create lasting friendships here. And you will learn how to build up the people around you wherever you go in life.

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Rocky the Raven is the school’s official mascot.

clubs, organizations, and outside volunteer opportunities.

acres of campus include 16 residence halls, a new recreation center, and 6 dining areas.

“Benedictine College “nurtured in me a willingness to listen and learn, to think critically and analytically, and to ask questions ... It was home for four of the most wonderful years of my life.”

Wangari Maathai ’64  Nobel Peace Prize Winner

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OUR STUDENTS ARE FROM ALL OVER!

Countries Represented

Brazil / Canada / China / Colombia / El Salvador / Honduras

states

Hong Kong / Ireland / Japan / South Korea / Netherlands / Nicaragua Nigeria / Portugal / Spain / Turkey / United Kingdom / Vietnam

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RESIDENCE LIFE b

CALLING BENEDICTINE COLLEGE ‘HOME’ COMES WITH A TRAINED SUPPORT TEAM, READY TO ASSIST YOU IN THE TRANSITION TO COLLEGE. It is important to know that the residence hall staff is committed to making your college experience as welcoming and successful as possible.

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ST. MARTIN’S MEMORIAL HALL

ST. SCHOLASTICA HALL

is home for 90 freshmen women. This residence hall is named in honor of St. Martin of Tours, the patron saint of soldiers, and each of the rooms has the name of an alumnus who was lost in World War II.

opened in fall 2005.

The name honors St. Scholastica, twin sister of St. Benedict, as well as the graduates of one of the college’s founding institutions, Mount St. Scholastica College.

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MCDONALD HALL

ELIZABETH HALL

CRAY SEABERG HALL

opened in fall 2014. It houses 120 female students.

The building features 12 stars to represent Mary’s crown described in the Book of Revelation. Each floor has a Marian theme.

is a suite-style residence hall that houses 160 women. Each suite has four double–occupancy rooms, two bathrooms, and a main lounge. All suites are accessible through an external entrance.

offers rooms from lofts to suite-style living, housing a total of 152 women.

Other features include a meditation room, the Heritage Room, and O’Brien Lounge, a popular study spot.

opened in 2010 as a multipurpose building with two floors being used for classrooms and offices and the third floor as a residence hall. It houses 42 sophomore women.

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Female Residence Halls

OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE HALL

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ST. MICHAEL HALL

ST. JOSEPH HALL

is a freshmen residence hall built in 1957 and was renovated in 2005. It houses 140 men. There is one main lounge, the St. Augustine Lounge, located on the ground floor.

houses 140 freshman and sophomore men. This hall was completed in 1967 in honor of the Blessed Cardinal Newman of Oxford, England.

Each suite consists of two rooms connected by a shared bathroom.

opened in 2012 to house 150 sophomore men.

Each suite consists of two rooms that are connected by a shared bathroom.

A community lounge is located on each floor.

was built in 1924. It houses 45 sophomore through senior men. Three floors offer private rooms and communal bathrooms.

Two, six-person suites with private baths are also available.

WOLF, KREMMETER, LEMKE, & LEGACY HALLS

SCHIRMER & HARTMAN ROW HOUSES

CAMPUS HOUSES

The four-building complex houses 284 upperclassmen and upperclasswomen in twoand four- bedroom furnished apartments. This complex serves as a tribute to the generations of legacy families.

The two-building, six-unit complex houses 24 upperclassmen and upperclasswomen in fourbedroom furnished row houses. The row houses were opened in 2010.

Campus Houses are a leadership-based housing option available to both upperclassmen and upperclasswomen. Houses can hold three to five occupants.

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Housing open to males and females

NEWMAN HALL

Male Residence Halls

COURTNEY S. TURNER HALL

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ATHLETICS Benedictine sponsors 19 varsity sports as a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

If you are interested in participating, please visit www.ravenathletics.com to complete a recruitment form.

WOMEN’S ATHLETICS

MEN’S ATHLETICS

BASKETBALL Chad Folsom 913.360.7380 cfolsom@benedictine.edu

BASEBALL Eric Peterson 913.360.7376 epeterson@benedictine.edu

MARCHING BAND Sean York 913.360.7681 syork@benedictine.edu

CROSS COUNTRY Je’Kel Smith 913.360.7563 jksmith@benedictine.edu

BASKETBALL Ryan Moody 913.360.7561 rmoody@benedictine.edu

SPIRIT SQUAD-CHEER Missy Nigus 913.360.7694 missy.nigus@benedictine.edu

LACROSSE Amanda Magee 913.360.7333 amagee@benedictine.edu

CROSS COUNTRY Je’Kel Smith 913.360.7563 jksmith@benedictine.edu

SPIRIT SQUAD-DANCE Megan Chiles 913.360.7694 mbartlett@benedictine.edu

SOCCER Lincoln Roblee 913.360.7549 lincolnr@benedictine.edu

FOOTBALL Larry Wilcox 913.360.7542 lwilcox@benedictine.edu

SOFTBALL Paul Hunt 913.360.8550 phunt@benedictine.edu

LACROSSE Mark Blaise 913.360.7330 mark.blaise@benedictine.edu

TRACK & FIELD Je’Kel Smith 913.360.7563 jsmith@benedictine.edu

SOCCER John Sosa 913.360.7339 jsosa@benedictine.edu

VOLLEYBALL Erin Cooper 913.360.7377 ecooper@benedictine.edu

TRACK & FIELD Je’Kel Smith 913.360.7563 jksmith@benedictine.edu

WRESTLING Marcus Cobbs 913.360.7362 mcobbs@benedictine.edu

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CO-ED ATHELTICS

GENERAL INFORMATION DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS Charles Gartenmayer 913.360.7583 cgartenmayer@benedictine.edu ASSOC. DIRECTOR OF ATH. Michael Faucett 913.360.7360 mfaucett@benedictine.edu ASSIST. DIRECTOR OF ATH. Josh Pound 913.360.7634 jpound@benedictine.edu HEAD ATHLETIC TRAINER Patrick Hodapp 913.360.7624 phodapp@benedictine.edu BRSN COORDINATOR/ ASSISTANT SID Dakota Smith 913.360.7646 dsmith@benedictine.edu

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varsity sports including football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and lacrosse.

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CAMPUS MAP

ADMISSION

St. Benedict’s Abbey St. John Paul II Student Center Ferrell Academic Center Haverty Center Dining Hall Mary’s Grotto

FOR NOW, YOU MAY NEED A MAP TO NAVIGATE CAMPUS.

ATHLETICS

In a short time, however, this new place will start to feel familiar, and perhaps you might even begin to call it ‘home.’

In the meantime, if you get lost or need help, please reach out and ask anyone on campus for directions.

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Visitor Parking

Office  Admission St. Benedict Hall, 2nd Floor

Larry Wilcox Stadium Ralph Nolan Gymnasium Amino Center John Casey Soccer Center Asher Sports Complex ACADEMIC

Library St. Benedict Hall Ferrell Academic Center Westerman Hall Bishop Fink Hall Cray Seaberg Hall Mother Teresa Nursing Center Daglen Observatory RESIDENCE HALLS/HOUSES

Memorial Hall Courtney S. Turner Hall McDonald Hall Newman Hall Elizabeth Hall St. Joseph Hall Kremmeter Hall Legacy Hall Wolf Hall Lemke Hall St. Michael Hall Cray Seaberg Hall Hartman House Schirmer House Guadalupe Hall Campus Houses CAMPUS SERVICES

Murphy Recreation Center Student Health Center Student Success Center/Guadalupe Hall IT/Operations 14

CHECK OUT OUR INTERACTIVE CAMPUS MAP

www.benedictine.edu

WILCOX STADIUM

ASHER SPORTS COMPLEX (LAUGHLIN FIELD, SOFTBALL FIELD)

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FAITH At Benedictine, we want you to grow in your faith wherever you are on your journey. You will be able to take advantage of daily Mass and confession, perpetual Eucharistic adoration, our many chapels and chaplains, and the wisdom and guidance from the Benedictine monks and sisters who have been forming students on campus for more than 160 years.

MASS TIMES SUNDAY

Abbey Church Abbey Church

10:00 a.m.

8:00 p.m.

WEEKDAYS

Abbey Church Guadalupe Chapel

12:10 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

SATURDAY

Abbey Church Abbey Church

12:10 p.m.

4:00 p.m.

CONFESSIONS SUNDAY

Abbey Church Abbey Church

9:00–9:50 a.m.

7:00 –7:50 p.m.

WEEKDAYS

Abbey Church Abbey Church

11:00–11:40 a.m.

4:00–4:50 p.m.

Abbey Church Abbey Church

11:00–11:40 a.m.

3:00–3:50 p.m.

SATURDAY

ADORATION PERPETUAL ADORATION

Monday–Friday St. Martin’s Chapel

1:00–9:00 p.m.

SATURDAY

Abbey Church

7:00–8:00 p.m.

Liturgical Choirs

ROSARY

DAILY ROSARY

Marian Grotto

5:10 p.m.

WEEKLY WEDNESDAY ROSARY WITH THE PRESIDENT AND THE DEAN

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7:30 a.m.

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Campus Chaplains

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students participate in mission trips including 13 countries on 4 continents.

MINISTRIES • Class Retreats • Benedictine Youth Conferences (BCYC) • Ravens Respect Life

• International Mission Trips • Domestic Mission Trips • FOCUS Bible Studies

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Knights of Columbus Hunger Coalition March For Life Varsity Catholic

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SCHOLARSHIP

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UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS & MINORS

Accounting Architecture Art Art Education Astronomy Athletic Health Care Biochemistry Biology Business Administration* Chemical Engineering Chemistry Civil Engineering Classics Computer Science Criminology Dance* Economics Economics & Politics* Education* Electrical Engineering Elementary Education Engineering Physics English Entrepreneurship* Evangelization & Catechesis Exercise Science Finance Foreign Languages French Graphic Design History International Business International Studies Journalism & Mass Communications Latin* Liberal Studies Management Marketing Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Music Music Education Natural Science

Nursing Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Secondary Education Social Science Sociology Spanish Special Education Strength & Conditioning Teaching Physical Education* Theatre Arts Theatre Arts Management Theology Writing*

PRE–PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Dentistry Law Medicine Occupational Therapy Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy

MASTER’S PROGRAMS

Master of Business Administration Master of Arts in School Leadership Master of Arts in Education

DEGREES CONFERRED

Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Art Education Bachelor of Music Education Master of Arts in School Leadership Master of Business Administration *Minor only

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STUDY ABROAD Benedictine College encourages you to enrich your academic experience by spending a semester at one of hundreds of exchange partner universities worldwide, or by joining fellow Benedictine faculty, staff, and students at our Florence campus.

Your Florence semester begins with a full week in Rome, walking the cobblestone streets around St. Peter’s Square, exploring the Colosseum, and eating gelato in the Piazza Navona.

It continues at Villa Morghen — a 500-year-old former monastery overlooking Florence. Walk in the footsteps of Michelangelo and Dante. Join scheduled trips to Italy’s most spectacular cities, or strike out on travels of your own and conquer your world.

FLORENCE STUDY ABROAD COSTS Tuition (full-time) Semester Rate* $14,865 Study Abroad Fee $2,000 Meal Plan $2,410 Lodging $3,265 Facilities & Access Fee

$400

Travel Medical Insurance

$95

Airfare & Personal Expenses $1,500–$4,000 *Scholarships and Financial Aid will apply to this semester

ACCOMMODATIONS AND CLASSES Students live and attend classes in Villa Morghen, a beautiful Italian villa (and former Benedictine monastery) that is more than 500 years old. Each spring and fall semester, students take 15 credit hours including Beginning Italian I & II, Europe in the Middle Ages, and an additional course that varies according to the visiting faculty member. In the summer, students take nine credit hours and participate in a cultural program that includes site visits and school trips to other famous Italian locations.

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GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM

THE GOAL OF A LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION is to guide students to refine their capacity for the pursuit and acquisition of truth, to appreciate the major achievements in thought and culture, and to understand the principles that sound theoretical and practical judgment require. Our general education program seeks to achieve these goals by dividing the general education requirements into three categories: Core, Foundations, and Skills/Perspectives.

THE CORE

FOUNDATIONS

SKILLS AND PERSPECTIVES

The Core classes are designed to establish a foundation for a successful academic career and to communicate our mission to educate students in a community of faith and scholarship.

You are required take the following:

The Foundations are where Benedictine College most explicitly focuses on transmitting the purposes of the general education program - to improve your ability to pursue and acquire truth, to help you appreciate achievements in thought and culture, and to develop your capacity to understand sound theoretical and practical judgement. You are required to take courses that meet the following Foundations:

The Skills and Perspectives courses are designed to expose you to a variety of viewpoints and teach you skills necessary for life after college.

These courses can be achieved through the general education program or major courses while not adding any additional hours to your requirements. You can be credited with up to three Skills and Perspectives (and one Foundation) in one course. The Skills and Perspectives courses that all students need to take:

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ENGL-1000, English Composition With Review or ENGL-1010, English Composition or ENGL-1030, Honors English Research Seminar* Foreign Language 1** Foreign Language 2** THEO-1100, Introduction to Theology PHIL-1750, Principles of Nature*** GNST-1000, BC Experience EXSC-1115, Wellness for Life ^

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Approved EXSC Fitness Course (see Exercise Science listing in course catalog)

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Aesthetic Experience (six hours)

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Faith (six hours)

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Historical Inquiry (six hours) Person & Community in the Contemporary World (three hours)

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Philosophical Inquiry (six hours) Understanding the Natural World (seven hours, one lab–must be taken in two different disciplines)

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Global Perspective (one course)

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Oral Communication (one course)

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Scientific Method (one course)

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Visual Communication (one course)

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Western Perspective (one course)

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Written Communication (two courses)

Mathematical Reasoning (three hours)

*Honors Scholars are required to complete Honors English Research Seminar in place of English Composition. ** Students are required to have competency through the second semester of the same foreign language. Students who are non-native English speakers should refer to the course catalog for more information. American Sign Language 1 and 2 may be transferred to complete the Foreign Language requirement. ***PHIL-2310, Philosophy of Nature also satisfies the college’s core requirement in philosophy. ^ NURS-3200, Foundations of Nursing Practice, for Nursing Majors.

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PROGRAMS OF DISTINCTION

TO BE DISTINGUISHED IS TO BE SET APART, TO RISE ABOVE THE STATUS QUO THROUGH HARD WORK AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL. Do you want your college experience to challenge you beyond your coursework? Do you have the determination and drive to be the best — not next year, not later on today, but right now?

The Programs of Distinction at Benedictine College are comprised of high-achieving scholars seeking greatness in their fields and beyond. Each program has a specific focus, but the same universal purpose: to provide additional academic avenues of growth and formation to exceptional students.

CONSTITUTIONAL FELLOWS

APPLY BY DECEMBER 15 Submit your online application, any required essays, video responses, and letters of recommendation by December 15 for priority consideration. www.benedictine.edu/programsofdistinction

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The mission of the Center for Constitutional Liberty, the sponsoring organization of the Fellows, is to renew and advance understanding of the founding principles of the United States of America so that our nation’s unique experiment in self-government will inspire, inform and direct new generations of Americans.

Eligibility • Minimum high school GPA of 3.5 • Minimum 27 ACT, 1260 SAT, or 84 CLT • Students who do not meet the academic requirements may be considered for acceptance on the strength of their essay

DR. WANGARI MAATHAI STEM FELLOWS

HONORS PROGRAM

GREGORIAN FELLOWS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

STEM Fellows provides professional development for talented students majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Astronomy, and Psychology.

Honors Scholars receive a challenging education that academically distinguishes them and is recognized at commencement. Highlights include the Honors Retreat, Curriculum and Experiential Component.

The Gregorian Fellows Leadership Program provides students with the enduring principles and cutting-edge practices leaders need. Fellows meet national Catholic leaders, travel, and become leaders on campus.

Eligibility

Eligibility

• Minimum high school GPA of 3.75 • Minimum 29 ACT, 1330 SAT, or 89 CLT

• Minimum high school GPA of 3.2 • Minimum 27 ACT, 1260 SAT, or 84 CLT • Students who do not meet the academic requirements, but who have an extensive leadership résumé, may be considered for acceptance into the program

Eligibility • Minimum high school GPA of 3.5 • Minimum 27 ACT, 1260 SAT, or 84 CLT • Major in a STEM field • Desire to pursue a career in a STEM field

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ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES

ALL-STEINWAY SCHOOL

One of only 172 such schools nationwide, the college music department uses only Steinway & Sons pianos, kept in climate-controlled conditions, demonstrating Benedictine College’s commitment to excellence in the arts.

B.C. IN D.C.

Benedictine College helps identify and place students in public service internships in Washington, D.C., as well as regional centers of civic life. These experiences help students hone their skills and form the connections that will help them establish themselves in careers of public service.

BCLS

The annual Benedictine College Leadership Seminar provides students with the tools, personal management training and other skills they need to become leaders in college and after.

Benedictine students are more likely than students at peer institutions to have an internship or leadership role.

CLOUD L. CRAY CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL SERVICES

Established in 1996, the center supports Benedictine College students and others in the community as an effort to teach and encourage entrepreneurship. Student-led businesses include The Atchison Bread Company, Holy Grounds Coffee Shop, and Raven School of Dance.

CENTER FOR SERVICE-LEARNING

Our commitment to engaging students in challenging academic work and the promotion of the common good as understood in our Catholic, Benedictine tradition motivates us to facilitate the implementation of service-learning for the faculty, students, and community. partners of Benedictine College.

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DISCOVERY PROGRAM

In collaborative Discovery projects with faculty, students develop valuable research skills and real-world experience. Students experience the excitement of presenting and displaying their year’s intellectual ventures at the Discovery Day Symposium in April.

GREAT BOOKS SEQUENCE

Great Books scholars study the foundational works of Western thought in classes open to all majors, in a seminar environment. Best College Reviews named Benedictine’s one of “The 25 Best Great Books Programs” in America.

KOCH RESEARCH FELLOWS

Through the program, fellows are connected to policy and research roles at more than 80 think tanks and non-profit organizations around the country.

PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Benedictine College awards 10 full-tuition and 5 three-quarter-tuition scholarships to outstanding prospective freshmen who are selected from a Presidential Scholars Scholarship Competition, held each February. Presidential and Dean’s Scholars lead and participate in campus-wide events supporting the college’s liberal arts pillar.

STUDENT INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COUNCIL

This student-run council, founded at Notre Dame, offers projects across its five divisions: Accounting, Consulting, Finance, Marketing, and Social Entrepreneurship.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) EQUIVALENCY ETS ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATION EQUIVALENCY FOR 2019–20 ACADEMIC YEAR All examinations must have a score of 3, 4, or 5 to be accepted for Benedictine College credit.

(Scores must be received directly from A.P. to be considered official)

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AP Examination

Benedictine College Equivalency

Hrs

Art History

ART ELH — Art Elective

6

Art: Studio Art 2D Design

ART-1010 — Foundations of 2-D Design: Composition & Color

3

Art: Studio Art 3D Design

ART-1030 — Foundations of 3-D Design: Form & Space

3

Art: Studio Art Drawing

ART-1000 — Drawing I

3

Biology

BIOL-1107 — Principles of Biology

4

Calculus AB

MATH-1300 — Calculus I

4

Calculus BC

MATH-1300 — Calculus I & MATH-1350 — Calculus II

8

Chemistry

CHEM-1010 — The Chemistry of the Biosphere

4

Chinese Language and Culture

FORL ELE — Foreign Language Elective

8

Computer Science A

CSCI-1140 — Introduction to Computer Science I

4

Computer Science Principles

CSCI-1010 – Computer Science Fundamentals

3

Economics: Macro

ECON-2090 — Principles of Macroeconomics

3

Economics: Micro

ECON-2100 — Principles of Microeconomics

3

English Language and Composition

ENGL-1010 — English Composition & ENGL ELA — English Elective

6

English Literature and Composition

ENGL-1010 — English Composition & ENGL-1020 — Introduction to Literature

6

Environmental Science

BIOL ELN — Biology Elective

3

European History

HIST ELHWE — History Elective

6

French Language and Culture

FREN-1000 — Beginning French & FREN-1020 — Second Semester French

8

German Language and Culture

FORL ELE — Foreign Language Elective ENGL-1020 — Introduction to Literature

8

Government & Politics: Comp.

POLS-2010 — Comparative World Gov’t and Politics

3

Government & Politics: U.S.

POLS-1000 — Introduction to American Government

3

Human Geography

SOCI-2300 — World Regional Geography

3

Italian Language and Culture

ITAL-1000 — Beginning Italian & Second Semester Italian

8

AP Examination

Benedictine College Equivalency

Hrs

Japanese Language and Culture

FORL ELE — Foreign Language Elective

8

Latin

LATN-1000 & LATN 1020 — Beginning LATN I & II

8

Music Theory

MUSC-1000 — Fundamentals of Music Theory & Aural Skills & MUSC-1003 — Functional Keyboard I

3

Physics 1

PHYS-2000 & 2001 — College Physics I w/Lab

4

Physics 2

PHYS-2010 & 2011 — College Physics II w/Lab

4

Physics C: Mechanics

PHYS-2100 & 2011 — Classical Physics I w/Lab

4

Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism

PHYS-2110 & 2111 — Classical Physics II w/Lab

3

Psychology

PSYC-1000 — General Psychology

3

Spanish Language

SPAN-1000 — Beginning Spanish & SPAN-1020 — Second Semester Spanish

8

Spanish Literature and Culture

Consult with Chair of World and Classical Languages & Cultures

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Statistics

MATH-1220 — Introductory Statistics

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U.S. History

HIST-1300 — United States History to 1865 & HIST-1380 — United States History Since 1865

6

World History

HIST-1100 — World Civilization to 1500 & HIST-1101 — World Civilization Since 1500

6

Updated August 2019

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PAYING FOR COLLEGE ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS

$30,830 ** (10 full–tuition renewable scholarships awarded annually) DEAN’S SCHOLARSHIPS

$23,225** (5 three–quarter tuition renewable scholarships awarded annually) ACADEMIC MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

$4,000 – $18,000 (An unlimited number of renewable academic merit scholarships are available. These awards are based on the ACT, SAT, or CLT composite score and cumulative high school GPA.) NATIONAL MERIT/NATIONAL HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Each year, up to 10 National Merit Finalists are eligible to receive a full–tuition renewable scholarship. Selected National Hispanic Scholars are awarded full-tuition scholarships.

STUDENT–ATHLETE AWARDS

Athletic awards are available in all 19 varsity sports. The student must work directly with a varsity coach regarding eligibility.

PROGRAMS OF DISTINCTION GRANTS

Participants of the Honors, Gregorian Fellows Leadership, Dr. Wangari Maathai STEM Fellows or Constitutional Fellows Programs are eligible to receive a one-time $2,000 grant for an approved project.

MUSIC AWARDS

$250 – $2,500 music awards are available to students interested in vocal or instrumental music. An audition, either in person or by recording, is required. Interested students should contact the chairperson of the Music Department.

MARCHING BAND AWARDS

$500 – $1,500 marching band awards are available to interested students. An audition is required with the Director of Athletic Bands.

THEATRE AWARDS

$500 – $2,000 theatre awards are available to students who major in Theatre Arts or Theatre Arts Management and are available to committed theatre students beginning their sophomore year.

COST TUITION & FEES*

(full–time students, per year)

Tuition (12–18 credit hours)

$29,730

Overload Fee (over 18 hours, per credit)

$790

Facilities and Access Fee

$800

Enrollment Fee (first year, one time)

$350

Orientation Fee (first year, one time)

$75

Room Deposit (first year, one time, refundable)

ROOM CHARGES*

$100

(per year)

Courtney S. Turner Hall (Double Occupancy)

$5,680

St. Martin’s Memorial Hall (Double Occupancy)

$5,680

St. Scholastica Hall (Double Occupancy)

$5,850

Guadalupe Hall (Double Occupancy)

$6,310

St. Michael Hall (Double Occupancy)

$6,310

Newman Hall (Double Occupancy)

$5,740

McDonald Hall (Double Occupancy)

$5,740

Kremmeter, Legacy, Lemke and Wolf Halls

$7,210

(Double Occupancy) Elizabeth Hall (Double Occupancy)

$6,220

St. Joseph Hall (Single Occupancy)

$5,890

Cray Seaberg Hall (Double Occupancy)

$5,700

Schirmer & Hartman Row Houses

$7,510

Campus Houses

Varies

BOARD* (per year, residential meal plans) (DD = Dining Dollars)

18–meal plan + $300 DD

$4,820

14–meal plan + $500 DD

$4,340

12–meal plan + $300 DD

$3,960

7–meal plan + $300 DD

$2,100

U.S. ARMY & AIR FORCE ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS

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Two–, three–, and four–year scholarships are available each year to selected students who are enrolled in the Army or Air Force ROTC program.

*Reflects 2019–2020 charges ** 2020–2021 figures. 2021-2022 figures approved in February 2021.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS At Benedictine, you will be required to maintain a cumulative grade point average performance standard to renew your full merit scholarship. Performance standards are determined by the merit scholarship level you receive upon entering Benedictine College. First-year students will be evaluated after two semesters and then after each semester. Transfer students will be evaluated after their first semester of attendance.

If you do not meet your performance standard, your academic merit scholarship will be reduced by $500 per semester or $1,000 annually. You can earn back the full scholarship after you have met the cumulative grade point average performance standard.

Scholarship (First-year Freshmen)

Cum GPA Req.

Scholarship (Transfer Student)

Cum GPA Req.

National Merit/National Hispanic Merit

3.2

Tier 1 Benedictine Scholarship

3.0

Presidential Scholarship

3.2

Tier 2 Benedictine Scholarship

2.5

Tier 1 (Dean's/St. Benedict Scholarship)

3.0

Tier 3 Benedictine Scholarship

2.3

Tier 2 (St. Scholastica Scholarship)

2.5

Tier 4 Benedictine Scholarship

2.1

Tier 3 (Maathai Scholarship)

2.3

Tier 5 Benedictine Scholarship

2.0

Tier 4 (Abbot Scholarship)

2.1

Tier 6 Benedictine Scholarship

2.0

Tier 5 (Founder's Scholarship)

2.0

Phi Theta Kappa (Transfers Only)

3.0

Tier 6 (Incentive Scholarship)

2.0

International Scholarship

2.5

International Scholarship

2.5

Evaluation Results

Impact on Merit Scholarship

Meets or exceeds minimum standard

Student retains the originally awarded amount

Fails to meet minimum standard

Scholarship reduced by $500 for subsequent semester

Fails to meet minimum standard in two consecutive semesters

Scholarship reduced by an additional $500 for subsequent semester*

Fails to meet minimum standard after 3rd consecutive semester

No further reduction of merit scholarship. Original award amount less $1,000 remains

Attains minimum standard at end of subsequent semester

Original merit scholarship amount reinstated for next semester

Fails to meet minimum standard after regaining original award eligibility

Merit scholarship reduced by $500 for subsequent semester

*Merit scholarship will not be reduced by more than $1,000 for not meeting standards.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Programs of Distinction Stipend Requirements Participants in the Honors, Gregorian Fellows Leadership, Constitutional Fellows, and STEM Fellows programs must present at least a 3.2 cumulative grade point average to be eligible to apply for a $2,000 stipend.

Residential Requirement Recipients of the following scholarships and benefits are required to live on campus: Presidential Scholarship, Dean’s Scholarship, National Merit Scholarship, National Hispanic Scholarship, National Achievement Scholarship, and Tuition Exchange students.

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YOUR TEAM OFFICE OF ADMISSION

OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID Kristine Bryant

Will Burenheide ’17

Jon Krebsbach ’04

Associate Director of Admission wburenheide@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7780 Mobile: 913.426.2961

Director of Transfer Enrollment jkrebsbach@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7483 Mobile: 913.426.1798

Becca Caudle ’13

Avery Miller ’19

Director of Undergraduate Admission bcaudle@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7469 Mobile: 913.370.3226

Assistant Director of Admission - International amiller@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7538 Mobile: 913.370.5349

Tony Tanking

Megan Fassero ’97

Monica Nelson ’18

Homeschool Coordinator megan.fassero@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7967 Mobile: 913.370.5301

Assistant Director of Admission mnelson@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7577 Mobile: 913.426.4544

Tona Stone

Peter A. Helgesen

Samuel Smeltzer ’18

Dean of Enrollment Management phelgesen@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7479 Mobile: 913.426.1813

Assistant Director of Admission ssmeltzer@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7468 Mobile: 913.426.1723

Assistant Director of Financial Aid kmbryant@benedictine.edu 913.360.7480

Barbara Portenier

Financial Aid Specialist bportenier@benedictine.edu 913.360.7484

Director of Financial Aid ttanking@benedictine.edu 913.360.7485 Associate Director of Financial Aid tstone@benedictine.edu 913.360.7321

ADDITIONAL OFFICES Business Office 913.360.7403

Student Life Office 913.360.7500

Catherine Kluempers ’17 Assistant Director of Admission ckluempers@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7470 Mobile: 913.360.0288

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Caroline Weis ’19 Assistant Director of Admission cweis@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7004 Mobile: 913.360.0091

Student Health Center 913.360.7117

Student Success Center 913.360.7576

IMPORTANT DATES ADMISSION NOVEMBER 15

Early Action Applications Non-binding application gains you the earliest possible admission decision and scholarship notification DECEMBER 1

Regular Decision Applications Non-binding application with admission decision and scholarship notification before January 1 ONGOING

Rolling Admission Non-binding application received after December 1 MAY 1

Pay Enrollment Fee and submit Student Housing Application

FINANCIAL AID OCTOBER 1

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Opens www.fafsa.ed.gov MARCH 31

Submit FAFSA for Kansas Grant Program APRIL 1

Submit FAFSA for priority financial aid consideration

APPLY ONLINE AT BENEDICTINE.EDU/ADMISSION OR THROUGH THE COMMON APPLICATION AT COMMONAPP.ORG

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