St. Augustine, Florida
Gateway to Life Step onto the Flagler College campus and step into a future that’s destined for success. At Flagler, you’ll be surrounded by professors who are as concerned
Flagler ranks:
about your education as you are—who will take the time to get to know you and
b U.S. News & World Report ranks Flagler College ninth in the South for “Best Regional Colleges.”
help you attain your goals. You’ll receive a high-quality, affordable private-college education. You’ll grow as a leader through internships and practicums, studying abroad, student organizations and clubs, and athletics. This unbelievable opportunity awaits you in St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, located on Florida’s First Coast, just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. Flagler College. It truly is your “Gateway to Life.”
b The Princeton Review includes Flagler in its Best 376 Colleges—and ranks our campus as one of the most beautiful in the U.S.
Academic Programs Programs of Study
Major/Minor
Programs of Study
Major/Minor
Accounting
Major or Minor
History
Major or Minor
Advertising
Minor
Illustration
Minor
Anthropology
Minor
International Studies
Minor
Art History
Major or Minor
Journalism
Minor
Business Administration
Major or Minor
Latin American Studies
Minor
Communication
Major or Minor Minor
Latin American Studies/ Spanish
Major or Minor
Creative Writing Criminology
Minor
Liberal Arts
Major
Economics
Major or Minor
Marketing
Minor
Mathematics
Minor
Philosophy
Minor
Philosophy/Religion
Major
Political Science
Major or Minor
Pre-Law
Minor
Psychology
Major or Minor
Public History
Minor
Education, K–12 Art Deaf & Hard of Hearing Exceptional Student
Major
Education, Secondary English Social Sciences
Major
Elementary Education
Major
Religion
Minor
English
Major or Minor
Sociology
Major or Minor
Environmental Science
Minor
Spanish
Major or Minor
Finance
Minor
Sport Management
Major
Fine Arts
Major or Minor
Theatre Arts
Major or Minor
Graphic Design
Major or Minor
Youth Ministry
Minor
Flagler College
“ Teaching and learning are paramount at Flagler. We provide a high-quality undergraduate education in an absolutely beautiful context. We offer an extremely supportive and encouraging learning environment—one in which students flourish and achieve even more than they thought was possible.” Dr. William T. Abare, Jr. President Flagler College
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Gateway to Knowledge
Student-faculty ratio:
18:1 21
Average class size:
“ We uphold rigorous academic and professional behavior standards for our students. The result? Our students possess a competitive advantage. We’re told our students who do internships are the best presenters and the most prepared for workplace success.” Anne L. DeMartini, J.D. Assistant Professor Sport Management
Your Flagler education isn’t about learning information to
pass a test. It’s about learning that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Dr. Tim Johnson Professor of religion
Your professors are accomplished scholars
“enriching high-impact experience,” IGNITE
Gateway to the World
who excel in their own fields, like the successful
clusters courses around a central interdisciplinary
Through study abroad trips, you’ll explore the world while
lawyer who now teaches business at Flagler.
theme, helping you to gain greater knowledge
expanding your worldview. You’ll climb Machu Picchu, walk on the
Or the professor who once lived in Italy and takes
and develop strong communication and critical
Great Wall of China, and learn firsthand about World War II by
students to Florence to visit world-famous museums
thinking skills.
exploring battlefields in Europe. Through our alternative spring
and to Israel to study its rich history firsthand. Or the retired judge who helps his pre-law students select a law school. Or the professor who takes students to Costa Rica to perform community service. Even better: They’ll know you by name— and they’ll be there for you, every step of the way. Programs like IGNITE, our year-long freshman Learning Communities program, will deepen your learning experience. Nationally recognized as an
In addition to helping you thrive in the classroom, the supportive environment of the IGNITE program will assist your transition into a new social environment—helping you make new and lasting friendships, encouraging a sense of belonging and participation in the Flagler community, and helping you cope with the new and often daunting
break trips, you’ll make a difference in the world, like our students who built a sustainable garden to feed people in Ecuador. Support for Your Success Flagler offers the resources you need to be successful—from academic advising with a faculty member in your field of study to one-on-one assistance and study skills seminars offered through our Learning Resource Center.
responsibilities—both in the classroom and beyond— that inevitably come with the college experience.
Study abroad experience in Italy. Flagler College
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Powerful Connections Flagler business majors Johan Flostrand, Matthew Rendell, and Arlin Zajmi landed internships at the Palm Coast/St. Augustine Merrill Lynch office, thanks to their connection with Flagler alum David Hanvey.
Getting where you want to go in life requires you to have experiences that will prepare you for the next step. At Flagler, you’ll be surrounded by people who will put opportunities directly in your path.
Gateway to Opportunity Because our faculty and staff actually know you,
Your “Gateway to Opportunity” expands through clubs,
they’ll be on the lookout for internships that fit you best.
like our national championship-winning Students In Free
That’s what happened to the business majors who landed
Enterprise (SIFE) team, which has beaten major universities,
internships at the Palm Coast/St. Augustine Merrill
including the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill,
Lynch office. And the communication major who earned
Boston College, the University of Florida, and the University
an internship at the Cannes Film Festival. And the sport
of Arizona. Our Society for the Advancement of Management
management students who regularly intern with the Miami
(SAM) team won its 10th Campus Chapter Performance
Heat, Daytona 500, Orlando Magic, Jacksonville Jaguars,
Program national title, which recognizes the best SAM
and other well-known sports organizations.
chapter in the country. In just eight weeks—with no outside
It was a professor’s connections to law enforcement officials across the country that led a sociology major to an internship with the Colorado Springs Police Department. Even better:
help—the Flagler team reviewed Whole Foods, their case company, conducted a financial analysis, and provided strategic recommendations.
You’ll find our students interning and working at:
b ABC’s World News Tonight b AOL/Time Warner b Bank of America b Boston Celtics b Cannes Film Festival b CBS/FOX b Daytona International Speedway b Dow Jones b ESPN b Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind b Florida State Attorney’s Office b HGTV’s Designed to Sell b Institute on Political Journalism b Jacksonville Jaguars b Jacksonville Museum of Contemporary Art
b Merrill Lynch b Miami Dolphins b Motorola b Northrup Grumman Corporation b Professional Golfers Association (PGA) b Prudential Securities b St. Johns County Courthouse b Universal Studios—Florida b U.S. Coast Guard b U.S. Food and Drug Administration b U.S. Olympic Committee b Walt Disney World b The Washington Times b The White House b Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Association
Some internships have led to jobs, like our student whose internship with the Institute on Political Journalism led to a
and Resorts led to a full-time job at Disney for Ian Waterhouse. Ian,
Our graduates go on to study at prestigious schools, such as:
Our graduates have been admitted to law school at:
b Boston University
b Pepperdine University
b Boston University
b University of Chicago
b Duke University
b Princeton Theological Seminary
b Columbia University
b University of Florida
b University of Notre Dame
b Duke University b Georgetown University
b University of North Carolina
b Harvard University b Johns Hopkins University b New York University Flagler College
Sarah Tarbett from Burke, Virginia recently completed an internship as a sport management major with the Washington Redskins.
A successful internship as a finance professional at Walt Disney Parks
position with C-SPAN.
b Georgetown University
Other successful Flagler College alumni include: b Air Force Major/Fighter Pilot— James Scheideman ’94 b Chief of Staff/U.S. Dept. of Agriculture—Lisa Picard ’92 b Judge—Charles “Chuck” Tinlin ’79 b Lawyer—John Krieger ’02 b Senior Buyer/Walmart— Amy Waers ’06 b Senior Director of Communications/PGA Tour— Laura Hill ’98
b Vanderbilt University
b Tulane University
b University of Virginia
who majored in accounting and business, credits his Flagler education. “I was prepared to handle a multitude of demands because of the leadership skills I gained through campus clubs—and because my professors challenged me to think critically and express myself clearly and concisely.” Ian Waterhouse Accounting and Business MAJORS Bonita Springs, Florida 7
Gateway to Excitement Our location in historic St. Augustine makes Flagler College an even more amazing place to live and learn.
Flagler Welcomes the World Each year, Flagler College welcomes extraordinary nationally and internationally known people, including civil rights activist Andrew Young, a former associate of Martin Luther King, Jr. Young chose to host the archives for a documentary about the civil rights struggles in St. Augustine, and other important historical materials, at Flagler. Need a break from your studies? Swim in our outdoor pool or grab some friends for a quick game of sand volleyball. Our campus plaza on the West Lawn is a beautiful place to socialize—or to get some sunshine while you hit the books. Play video games or shoot pool in the game room with friends at the Our campus is an exquisite national historic monument, attracting visitors who stop by Ponce de Leon Hall to view the original Tiffany stained glass windows, imported marble, carved oak, and painted murals. Whether you’re interested in exploring From service clubs to academic organizations and honor societies, you can express what you’re passionate about—and develop your leadership skills.
the remarkable architecture of the area, experiencing the astonishing art and music
b Alpha Chi
b Glee Club
b Political Guild
b Spanish Cultural Club
offerings, or surfing in the Atlantic Ocean,
b Archaeology Club
b Greenpeace b Human Rights Club
b Student Government Association (SGA)
you’ll have incredible opportunities for
b Campus Activity Board (CAB)
b Public Relations Society of America b Sigma Beta Delta
b Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE)
b Campus Crusade for Christ b Deaf Awareness Club
Flagler College
b Kappa Delta Pi b Outdoors Club b Photography Club
b Society for the Advancement of Management (SAM)
b Surf Club
your free time.
Ringhaver Student Center—or watch your favorite TV show in Bailey Lounge. Off campus, you can take in the quaint shops and delicious restaurants on St. George Street or take in a sunset on the bayfront. Or relax on your favorite beach (we have 40 miles of them), learn to surf, or enjoy a beach BBQ with friends. Our “Gateway to Excitement” extends beyond the cultural and recreational offerings in historical St. Augustine to nearby Orlando (two hours southwest) and Jacksonville (less than one hour north).
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“ It’s great to be a student-athlete at Flagler. You’re competing in one of the best conferences in Division II—and you’re learning at one of the
Accomplishments
nation’s best private colleges. The professors love their jobs and they love their students. I’ve been prepared to start my career as soon as I graduate.” John Sgromolo Major: Business Administration Sport: Baseball Green Cove Springs, Florida
• Volleyball: Won two Peach Belt Conference regular and postseason titles; advanced to the national semifinals in 2009
• Men’s Basketball: Competed in the national tournament three times; advanced to the second round twice; consistently ranked in the top 25
• Men’s Soccer: Won the Peach Belt Conference in 2009; competed in the NCAA Division II national tournament in 2009 and 2010
• Men’s Tennis: Earned one national title; was national runner-up
• Women’s Golf: Won the 2010 Peach Belt Conference championship Nearly
70
%
of Flagler students participate in intramurals
Gateway to Winning
• Women’s Tennis: Earned five national titles; was national runner-up • Baseball: 12 players have been drafted into MLB, including Chris Barnwell, who made the majors in 2006 with the Milwaukee Brewers and played for the Florida Marlins, Houston Astros, and Pittsburgh Pirates • Men’s Golf: Made numerous national tournament appearances
• Women’s Basketball: Competed in two national tournaments • Cross Country: Both men’s and women’s teams were the first NCAA Division II teams at Flagler to participate in the postseason • Men’s Tennis: Earned one national title; was national runner-up • Women’s Basketball: Competed in two national tournaments • Cross Country: Both men’s and women’s teams were the first NCAA Division II teams at Flagler to participate in the postseason
Winning is a way of life for Flagler College’s athletic teams. Our success continues in the NCAA Division II, where we compete in the Peach Belt Conference.
Our Saints learn from coaches who have
includes baseball, softball, and soccer fields. Flagler
committed decades of their lives to the success
Gymnasium is equipped with an ultramodern weight
of Flagler’s athletic teams. Our coaches and
room and workout area and is home to both the
professors understand the unique challenges you
men’s and women’s basketball teams and Flagler’s
face as a student-athlete and help you succeed in the
women’s volleyball team. We also have a six-court
classroom—and have balance in your life.
Flagler Tennis Center—and professional golf courses
You’ll enjoy outstanding facilities, including our new Drysdale Field Locker Room Facility, with its
at The Palencia Club and the prestigious TPC Sawgrass facility.
state-of-the-art training room and first-class locker
Our “Gateway to Winning” keeps expanding, thanks to
rooms. The facility is located at Drysdale Field, which
Flagler’s commitment to athletic excellence.
Men’s Teams
Women’s Teams
Intramurals
• Baseball
• Basketball
• Basketball
• Tai Chi
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Flag Football
• Tennis
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Mini Golf
• Volleyball
• Golf
• Soccer
• Pilates
• Yoga
• Soccer
• Softball
• Soccer
• Zumba
• Tennis
• Tennis
• Softball
• Volleyball
Flagler College
Gateway to Your Future Apply to Flagler
Visit Campus
When you apply to Flagler College, we
Your “Gateway to Your Future” begins
won’t just look at your grade point average
with visiting Flagler. Bring your family
and test scores. We’ll look at the whole
and tour campus with one of our Student
picture—your interests, your character,
Ambassadors. It’s the best way to know
your goals. That’s because we want to make sure you’ll
if Flagler is the perfect fit for you. While interviews with
have a successful experience at Flagler—and beyond.
one of our directors are not required, they’re highly
To learn more about the admissions process, visit
recommended if you’re a high school junior or senior.
www.flagler.edu/admissions (or scan QR code).
Request your visit online at www.flagler.edu/visit (or scan QR code).
Surprisingly Affordable The cost of a Flagler education is less than half the cost of similarly selective private colleges, and is even competitive with many state universities. More than 85 percent of Flagler students receive financial assistance packages that include scholarships, grants, loans, and part-time employment. At Flagler, we are consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report, as well as other respected journals and publications, as being among the top collegiate values in the nation.
Flagler College at a glance Type: Four-year, coeducational, residential, independent, nonsectarian. Accreditation: Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Enrollment: Approximately 2,500 students; about 60 percent of the students are from Florida, while 40 percent represent 46 other states and 30 foreign countries. Academic Programs: 24 majors and 32 minors in selected fields emphasizing the liberal arts, education, business, and law. Student-Faculty Ratio: 18 to 1; average class size is 21. Calendar: Two 14-week semesters. Library: Flagler’s technologically advanced Proctor Library has 205 computer terminals, an Internet lab with student email, wireless access, graphic design labs, and abundant study areas, including four soundproof rooms.
Location: The Flagler campus is located four miles from the Atlantic Ocean, in historic downtown St. Augustine, with shops, restaurants, and the waterfront only a short walk away. St. Augustine— the nation’s oldest city, with a population of 15,000—lies east of I-95 on the northeast coast of Florida, 35 miles south of Jacksonville, and about 100 miles northeast of Orlando. Campus: The centerpiece of the Flagler campus is the historic Ponce de Leon Hall, a former resort hotel. This masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture was the dream of Henry M. Flagler—industrialist, oil magnate, and railroad pioneer. New buildings on campus include the multimillion-dollar Gamache-Koger Theatre inside the Ringhaver Student Center, the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, and the newly renovated Molly Wiley Art Building. The College’s 19-acre athletics complex, including its new baseball and softball facility, Drysdale Field, is located just two miles from campus.
Housing: Believing that living on campus is a significant part of the college educational experience, Flagler requires that all freshmen live on campus. Flagler’s residence hall for women is Ponce de Leon Hall, while Flagler men live in Lewis House or Cedar Hall. The College recently added the new Florida East Coast Railway Residence Halls for its upperclassmen. Intercollegiate Sports: Men’s— baseball basketball cross country golf soccer tennis
Women’s— basketball cross country golf soccer softball tennis volleyball
Athletic Membership: NCAA Division II, Peach Belt Conference Flagler College welcomes all applicants— without regard to race, color, age, marital status, sex, handicap, religion, or ethnic origin.
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Office of Admissions 74 King Street b St. Augustine, Florida 32084 904-829-6481 b 800-304-4208
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