UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
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PASSION, PURPOSE & PERSONAL ATTENTION
PASSION …for learning, for teaching, for serving PURPOSE …in career, in faith, in community PERSONAL ATTENTION …to grow, to excel, to inspire 2
YOU’RE INVITED
We believe that learning comes by doing… exploring… trying… serving. Learning happens in the classroom, on the playing field, in the residence hall, and in the community. Newberry College offers a small and personal learning environment for students with large-scale ambitions. Our valuesbased learning philosophy prepares you to lead and serve wherever your life goals take you.
Victoria Hall
Nursing Major Class of 2014
DISCOVER WHAT MAKES NEWBERRY COLLEGE SPECIAL... • Liberal arts foundation with professional career majors • Faculty who know you and care about your success • Unlimited opportunities for service and community
Student Profile Between clinical rotations and her job as a student nurse intern, Victoria Hall ’14 spends much of her time at the hospital gaining
involvement
• Inclusive and diverse student body • Exciting NCAA Division II sports program • Vibrant student life, music, theatre, Greek organizations, and clubs
hands-on experience in the field of nursing. “I enjoy taking
• Equal focus on academic, social, and spiritual
prospective students and other visitors on tours of the Newberry
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College campus and sharing my love for Newberry.” She is also a member of Blue Key Honor Society and served as an Orientation Leader.
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ACADEMICS THAT INSPIRE What Newberry awakens in you academically, socially, civically, and spiritually is more than the time spent pursuing a degree; it’s a way of life. The inspiration for Newberry College comes from its founder, Reverend John Bachman, naturalist, scholar, and Lutheran church leader. Bachman believed education was an awakening of one’s academic, social, civic, and spiritual self for the good of all. Indeed, we still endeavor toward Bachman’s innovative vision today, offering a comprehensive academic experience that spans across eight divisions, numerous preprofessional programs, and an adult degree completion program. With a faculty that is truly distinguished, more than 75% hold the highest degree in their fields. Our students receive personalized attention and guidance that cultivate not just their intellect, but their overall being.
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More than any set of skills or proficiencies, more than any collaboration or internship, more than study abroad or hands-on experience, what makes a Newberry education unique is the convergence of them all. You’ll discover how skills interact with disciplines; how students, towns, cultures, industries, and countries are interdependent; and how, as a global citizen you can make a difference within them all - for life!
full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their field
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Business • The Department of Business, Behavioral and Social Sciences at Newberry College prepares students for management and entrepreneurial leadership through scholastic inquiry, internships, and critical analysis.
Forensic Science • Students graduate with the knowledge and skills needed to have successful careers and lives. Our graduates are currently employed in forensics/law enforcement, industrial and environmental labs. They are teaching in our high schools; others have been accepted into nationally renowned graduate and professional programs.
Music • The Department of Music provides our students with a comprehensive music foundation from which they are prepared to pursue a wide variety of careers in music. A number of our graduates have also been accepted into graduate music programs around the country. The result is that our music students become and remain passionate and lifelong advocates of music.
Nursing • Nursing majors at Newberry College have the advantage of small classes taught by experienced nurse educators who know their students by name, combined with comprehensive clinical
experiences at Lexington Medical Center and other area facilities. Our nursing graduates have been hired as RNs within a few weeks of obtaining their nursing licenses, and many are now in graduate school and/or doctoral programs at Duke, USC, and other prominent schools.
Teacher Education • At Newberry, professors truly care about their students’ success and well-being. In the teacher education program all students have faculty cell phone numbers so they can always be in touch. We strive to do whatever is necessary to prepare our students for success while demonstrating how to be an effective teacher.
Theatre • Three features make Newberry’s theatre program unique. First, we are a small department with many opportunities for students to perform and work technically in the classroom and in productions. Second, students can obtain funds to travel to professional conferences for auditions, workshops, networking and competitions. Third, our students perform in the downtown Newberry stateof-the-art Opera House in addition to our own Wiles Theatre on campus. Opportunity, travel and excellent facilities make our program unique, exciting and challenging.
Faculty Profile Dr. Wayne Kannaday ‘75
Professor of Religion, Department of Humanities Carter Professor of Humanities As a proud alumnus of Newberry College, I can attest to how effectively my professors, programs, and peers prepared me to pursue health and happiness in my personal life; to succeed— first in graduate school and later in my career; to lead with receptive ears as well as creative ideas; and to serve my church and community. Still today Newberry helps students, as I like to say, “make a life, make a living, and make a difference.”
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NEW PROGRAMS & MAJORS Accounting major - The Accounting major prepares students for careers in auditing, finance, banking, not-for-profit, governmental and managerial accounting. Graduates are encouraged to take the Certified Public Accountant Examination.
Social Media major - Offered through the Department of Arts and Communications, the Social Media major, the first in the country, is an original interdisciplinary program capitalizing on the strengths of existing courses in Graphic Design, Communications, Business Administration, Psychology and Statistics. Four innovative courses, created specifically for the Social Media major, are also included in the curriculum. RN to BSN - The RN to BSN completion track allows licensed registered nurses with an Associate’s degree to enroll at Newberry College and have their previous coursework, plus their current work experience, apply toward the completion of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Newberry College.
Athletic Training minor - The Athletic Training Minor offers the ultimate real-life experience through the clinical preparation component supervised by Newberry’s sports medicine staff. This minor is appropriate for students whose future plans include further education in athletic training, chiropractic, medical, or physical therapy school.
Vocation is more than choosing a major or career; it’s about the way in which you live, and for whom you live, in every aspect of your life.
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ACADEMICS MAJORS
MINORS, CONCENTRATIONS AND EMPHASES
• Accounting • Art • Biology • Business Administration • Chemistry • Church Leadership • Communications • Early Childhood Education • Elementary Education • English • Graphic Design • History • International Studies • Mathematics • Middle Level Education • Music • Music Education • Music Performance • Nursing • Physical Education • Political Science • Psychology • Religion and Philosophy • Social Media • Sociology • Spanish • Theatre
• Accounting • Acting • Actuarial Science • Art • Athletic Training • Biochemistry • Biology • Business Administration • Chemistry • Choral • Christian Education • Church Administration • Church Leadership • Church Leadership AIM • Church Music • Coaching • Communications • Community Service • Computer Science • Creative Writing • Criminal Justice • Directing • English • Environmental Science • Environmental Studies • Forensic Chemistry • Forensic Psychology • Graphic Design • History • Instrumental • Jazz Studies • Leisure Services • Management Information Systems • Mathematics • Military Science Leadership
14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
• Music • Music Ministry • Music Theory • Philosophy • Physics • Political Science • Psychology • Religion • Secondary Education • Social Media • Social Work • Sociology • Spanish • Speech • Sport Management • Studio Art • Teacher Certification (K-12) • Technical Production • Theatre • Vocal Performance • Youth Ministry
PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACKS • Pre-Chiropractic • Pre-Dentistry • Pre-Law • Pre-Medicine • Pre-Occupational Therapy • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Physician’s Assistant • Pre-Physical Therapy • Pre-Seminary • Pre-Veterinary Medicine
8 ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS: 27 majors 35 minors 31 areas of concentration Arts and Communications Business, Behavioral and Social Sciences Humanities Music Nursing Sciences and Mathematics Sport Professions Teacher Education
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THE ARTS PLAYS & MUSICALS
JAZZ
NEWBERRY SINGERS MADRIGALS, GOSPEL CH WOODWIND AND BRASS ENSEMBLES AND A NEW STRING ENSEMBLE. 8
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Student Profile Carlton Kinard ’15 is very
BAND CONCERTS
passionate about music. He spends most of his time in the Alumni Music Center when he isn’t volunteering his time tutoring students.
FINE ARTS AND LECTURE SERIES
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prov Group
He holds an office in Student Government and is a member of Call Me Mister and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. He is also vice president of the National Association for Music Education. “My love for music is one that I will always have and Newberry College is helping me make my passion into a career.”
Carlton Kinard
Music Education and Jazz Studies Class of 2015
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RESIDENCE LIFE
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RESIDENCE HALLS
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MORE THAN
70% of students live on campus
Experience Real Community The difference between earning credits and going to college is the depth and breadth of the total experience. We want you to live with peers, volunteer your time and talents, hone leadership skills, and be creative. Your life will be enriched by the friends you meet and the activities that you pursue during your college years. You can count on it!
Student Profile Rae Knobloch
Communications Class of 2016 While writing for the College newspaper and running the Newberry College radio station, Rae Knobloch ’16 is very much involved in her Communications major. She also enjoys living on campus because it allows her to stay involved with her many activities, including being an Alpha Leader, Student Ambassador, and member of Kappa Delta Sorority. “Living on campus allows me to be in the ‘know’ with the activities and events going on around campus every day.”
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Student Profile
Left to Right: Abby Kinard ‘16, Vernon Kinard ‘13, and Gretchen Kinard ‘17. Newberry College means a lot to the Kinard family. Vernon is graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Abby is a Nursing major hoping to be a pediatric nurse, and Gretchen is a Pre-Nursing major who intends to be a hospice nurse. “Newberry College has helped us strengthen our minds and exceed further in our Lutheran faith. We love the Newberry community which has enabled us to remain active in the Lutheran church.”
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Our students have passion for everything they do; they contribute beyond the classroom and have fun, too. Student Government Association is a perfect way for students to be involved in leadership, by running for office or by serving on committees. Each class has officers and representatives who participate in campus decisionmaking and community improvement. In addition, Newberry offers academic honor societies in most disciplines, and the Summerland Honors Program provides additional academic challenge and service opportunities for qualified students. Other clubs are focused on career interests like business, education, psychology, or communications.
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Fraternities: • Kappa Alpha Order • Kappa Alpha Psi • Phi Beta Sigma • Tau Kappa Epsilon • Theta Chi
Sororities: • Alpha Xi Delta • Kappa Delta • Sigma Sigma Sigma • Zeta Phi Beta
Many students join social Greek organizations for fun, friendship, and service opportunities. Fraternity and sorority members form strong bonds during their college years and find that their friendships continue well beyond graduation. Newberry provides international student organizations, a student event planning committee, environmental and outdoor clubs, intramurals, many religious and Bible study groups, volunteer service clubs and a literary magazine. If a student wants to go fishing, there is a club for that, too - and opportunities to develop new clubs and other organizations.
40+ student clubs and organizations
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Student Profile
Athletics
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Brunes Charles
Communications Class of 2014 When not on our court with the Wolves, Brunes Charles '14 is on the Newberry YMCA’s court teaching future Wolves how to play as part of a team. Off the court he mentors boys at Newberry Elementary and Middle Schools. He is also an accomplished multi-instrument musician, involved in campus ministries, and one of the most visible students on the Newberry Campus. Brunes Charles is an exemplary student-athlete on campus, and off campus. He is a fantastic role model.
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WRESTLING RANKED TOP 8 NATIONALLY SIX YEARS IN A ROW
NCAA DIVISION II
SPORTS
Strong international student representation
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GO WOLVES
MEN’S SPORTS Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football
Golf Soccer Tennis Wrestling
WOMEN’S SPORTS Basketball Cross Country Golf Field Hockey Lacrosse
Soccer Softball Tennis Volleyball
Athletics play an integral role at Newberry College because they provide opportunities for students to grow, learn, sweat, represent, and cheer while belonging to something
+ Cheerleading and Dance
larger than themselves.
Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines, a scholarathlete on one of our NCAA Division II men’s and women’s teams, or firing up the pre-game crowd, you’re a proud part of the larger Newberry community.
540 Student Athletes
That means on any given game day, you’re among a spirited collection of fans, athletes, townspeople, business owners, professors, coaches, students, staff, family, and friends in excited attendance, ever ready to show their Newberry spirit.
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Proven Success
LIFE AFTER GRADUATION Build your future on more than 150 years of success. Since 1856, Newberry College has been providing young people with the education and experiences they need to enter the world aware and prepared for its challenges. Career Services
At Newberry College Career Services is not just about
The Office of Career Services facilitates career development for all Newberry College students beginning with career exploration early in their freshman year. Through intentional conversations and career assessments, students begin focusing on their strengths, interests, and passions. We continue this approach throughout a student’s career at Newberry College as coursework and individual experiences lead a student down a path of self-exploration. As students move into their junior and senior years, we encourage them to participate in career development programs and employer events relevant to their chosen career.
finding an internship or job. Our focus is on the genuine development of the student in the context of their strengths and interests, while providing relevant training in career management. The journey is critical to ensure that the outcome aligns with a student’s ambitions and
In addition, we offer career and professional development training events that are designed to prepare students to articulate their skills and career goals and present themselves appropriately in social and professional situations. We use several online systems to facilitate interaction between employers and students. These systems allow employers to post internships and full-time positions directly to Newberry College students. Students can also upload relevant job search documents including resumes and cover letters, which are then searchable by employers interested in hiring from the College. Besides this career support, we schedule job fairs and employer activities throughout the year to help students obtain internships and full-time positions.
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The same thing happened when I switched over to being a member of the faculty. The Newberry experience is something that can’t be put into words. People will just have to experience it for themselves.
Monica Scott ‘06
John Lesaine ‘07
Marketing Director OLH Inc.
Assistant Professor of Sport Professions Call Me MISTER Campus Director Newberry College allowed me to grow as an individual academically, socially, and spiritually. My professors were great and the administration was outstanding. They truly cared for all the students and had our best interests at heart. There is just something about this place. It’s like a big family and I am blessed to be part of this family. The people make Newberry College what it is. I will never forget when I was first hired to coach basketball. I received so many welcome back emails from former professors and others who were here when I was a student. That made me feel special.
me in finding several internships, including the Newberry Magazine and the Associated Press, during college, and also assisted me in seeking job opportunities after college. Even though I have graduated we still stay in touch, and they provide advice to me as needed.
Julia Danesfhar ‘13
Law Student at Southern Methodist University My time at Newberry was one of the best times of my life because it prepared me to continue my education. As a Political Science major, the courses I took with Dr. Schweizer and Dr. Sillay helped me develop the analytical skills that I use every day as a law student. I am confident that my degree from Newberry has enabled me to succeed in law school and in anything else I decide to pursue in my life.
Through a liberal arts curriculum, attentive professors, and engaging internship and work experiences, Newberry College prepared me for my future career as a marketing manager. Studying as a graphic design major, I found many opportunities in organizations and departments on campus to design posters, public relations pieces, and other marketing materials that helped me to establish a professional portfolio to use in my job search. These opportunities, coupled with challenging coursework and internships, propelled me to be successful in seeking work upon graduation. My professors at Newberry College assisted
Garth Knight ‘04
Business Relationship Manager Charlotte Business Banking I would simply say that Newberry College gave me the tools and environment I needed to be successful in the world today. The one-on-one attention I received in all of my courses gave me the knowledge and confidence I needed to get to where I am today. I am eternally grateful for what Newberry College gave me in my four years there.
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Alumni are generous, not only listening, sharing, and helping one another and their community, but also providing essential support to the Newberry Family. They demonstrate this through their involvement in a wide variety of activities, such as mentoring, guest speaking, hosting students at work, hiring students and alumni, and making valuable contributions to the College.
Alumni Network
As a graduate of Newberry you will have gained a solid education, a depth of experience, strong professional relationships, and supportive, lasting friendships that will serve you well throughout your lifetime. 18
Rebecca Wicker worked in Malaysia with the Basel Christian Church of Malaysia (BCCM). Some of her responsibilities included helping with the Theodora Handicraft Center by selling fair trade crafts from the local Murut tribe. She also worked with the Tenom/Keningau Basel Children’s Choir teaching English to children and youth ages 6-22, and the youth of the local church congregation. After her experience abroad she moved to Philadelphia and now is a student at Lutheran Theological Seminary working on her M.Div. to become a pastor in the ELCA. “I feel that Newberry has prepared me to think critically about different situations and learn in many different ways. The Values Based Learning Program helped me to take what I learned and apply it to settings outside of the classroom. In seminary I’ve especially appreciated the way that I was prepared as a Religion and Philosophy major. My professors not only prepared me to be familiar with the material I would encounter in seminary, but they also prepared me for deeper critical and theological thinking.”
Rebecca Wicker ‘12
M.Div. Candidate at Lutheran Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA.
Trey Castles is in his tenth year of practice and works with Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital. He credits his time at Newberry to helping him succeed in medical school and in his job today. “For me and my family, Newberry College just stands out. Newberry’s campus was, and is, a family destination. Newberry College gave me the gift of a lifetime of learning.”
Trey Castles ‘94
Pediatrician at Pediatric Associates, P.A. Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital
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Location Chicago, IL •
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Birmingham, AL New Orleans, LA •
• Charlotte, NC
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Newberry, SC • Orlando, FL
• Newberry is located in the Midlands of South Carolina, 30 minutes from Columbia, and one hour from Greenville. The beautiful North Carolina mountains and South Carolina beaches are both a convenient 2-hour drive.
CAMPUS
YOU are invited…
Choose your visit
Seeing is believing. It’s true! We really do want you to visit Newberry.
• Weekday visit: Choose a date that works best for you,
Here’s what you can do when you come to campus:
• Visit a class
and reserve your special time by calling us or using our online form. We suggest that you visit at a time when classes are in session so you can experience Newberry student life.
• Tour the campus with a student ambassador • Meet with an admissions counselor
• Saturday visit: Select a weekend. Convenient weekend
• Talk with faculty
visits offer students and families the chance to see Newberry without missing work or school. While we do not have classes on Saturday, you will meet with an admissions counselor, take a campus tour, and meet current Newberry students. You might also be able to catch an athletic or music event and have lunch in the dining center.
• Chat with students • Enjoy a meal in our dining center • Attend an athletic game or special event Newberry will kindle your passion for academics, civic engagement, social life, and spiritual life. College is much more than time spent counting credits; it is an exciting pathway to a fulfilling future. Check our website for these program dates and sign up online or call us to reserve a spot for the programs that interest you.
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• Special Event Days: Attend a special event. Throughout the year we have special visit days for students who prefer an overview rather than a customized appointment. Our events include open house programs, audition dates for music and theater, and a special orientation for admitted students.
THE NEWBERRY
NEIGHBORHOOD
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Student Profile Hannah Rohrer ‘14 loves downtown Newberry. She believes the small town atmosphere and culture are so inviting and friendly. She enjoys the different activities the town hosts, including The Taste of Newberry, which showcases all the local restaurants. She also loves to attend the farmers’ market held downtown on Saturdays at the Opera House Square. Hannah believes buying local is the way to go.
Hannah Rohrer
Education Class of 2014
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ADMISSIONS Requirements
Rolling Admissions
Applying to Newberry is easy and personalized. We want to know about you beyond your test scores and grades. The application process helps you to refine your goals and to showcase your talents and potential. Here’s what you need:
Newberry admission is rolling. That means that you can send your application at any time and, if your file • Completed application – We accept the Common Application, Universal is complete with all required materials, College Application or Newberry Application. You can choose the one that we’ll send you a decision within two works best for you; all are treated equally in the admission process. weeks of completion. We encourage • High school and/or college transcripts – These should be official transcripts students to apply as early as pos sent directly from your high school and any colleges you have attended. sible to have the best consideration • Official SAT or ACT test score report – If you indicate Newberry when you for scholarships, convenient course take the tests, they will send your reports directly to us. You can also have schedules and enhanced on-campus your scores sent later by requesting additional reports from the testing living arrangements. The priority agency. deadline is March 1. • Letter of recommendation – Ask a teacher or school counselor to write in support of your application. This should be someone who can comment on your ability to do college work, to be a responsible student and to interact appropriately with peers.
• Personal statement – The Newberry application and the other applications have suggestions for your personal statement. Select the one that has the most meaning for you and write a few paragraphs about that subject. We want to know who you are and what is important to you. • Application fee ($30) – Students who cannot afford the application fee should consult with their school counselor. We participate in the College Board and ACT fee waiver programs.
Transfer Students Transfer students should use the same application forms listed above but do not have to provide high school transcripts or test scores unless they have fewer than 24 credit hours (one year) of college level work completed. Transfer students are eligible to receive merit scholarships and need-based aid.
Quick Decision We know how important being admitted to college is for you and your family. We promise you that when your file is complete and all your required materials are submitted, we will send you an admission decision within two weeks. We will help you through the admission process in a timely manner to become a member of the Newberry College family as soon as possible.
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CONTACT US
Schedule A Visit Today! If you have any questions about the application, please call or email us. We are glad to help!
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid Newberry College 2100 College Street Newberry, SC 29108 800.845.4955 or 803.321.5127 Fax: 803.321.5138 Email: admissions@newberry.edu www.newberry.edu/admissions.aspx
FINANCIAL AID
Tuition Promise
Financial Aid
Newberry College is a unique and personal college experience that is rare among higher education choices. You can afford Newberry College. Our students average $18,000 in grants and scholarships each year and, in addition, many qualify for subsidized loans and Federal Work Study to supplement their scholarships. Our admissions and financial aid counselors will help you determine how this quality private college education can be within your reach. Our counselors will work with you to find funding sources and will structure a financial aid package that meets your needs.
Where to Start • While Newberry College academic scholarships are not based on income
information, all government aid (including state aid) requires you to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). • Information about FAFSA can be obtained online or from your college counselor. You will need to have family federal income tax information to complete this form. • Be aware of all deadlines and submit documents and forms on time so you don’t miss out on awards for which you qualify. • State awards (South Carolina and others) may require school transcripts and/or test score information. • We will help you navigate. We know college is a big investment and we are committed to getting you the best value possible.
Student Profile
In addition to financial aid, Newberry has a unique Tuition Promise for students - your tuition will not increase for the four consecutive years you spend pursuing your Bachelor’s Degree. You are assured that there will be no tuition surprises along the way! In a world where both public and private tuition can increase three, five, or maybe ten percent a year, your tuition at Newberry College will be affordable and predictable.
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90% of students receive financial aid J. Arthur Barajas Business Major Class of 2014
Aside from being a starter on the men’s soccer team, J. Arthur Barajas ‘14 is President of the Phi Beta Lambda business organization. He is passionate about fundraising and community service, spending most of his time trying to improve the business organization program as well as Newberry College’s soccer team. J. is also a member of Kappa Alpha Order where he serves as the chapter’s historian. “ I would like to thank the alumni, donors, and friends who provided scholarships to help pay for my education because they believe that students like me can make a difference in the world.”
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Visit Newberry College’s Website! WWW.NEWBERRY.EDU Newberry College is always looking for new ways to stay in contact with students interested in attending our College. With all the new forms of technology and social media available, not only is it easy for us to reach you, it is easy for you to reach us! Through emails, web streaming videos, the Newberry College pages on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube, we are able to bring our news and updates to you and you can interact with us. If you are not receiving emails from the College and would like to be added to our email list, please visit the Newberry College home page and join our email list today.
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