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THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON

Open the Door to a Bright Future At The University of Scranton, you’ll develop the key skills and attributes that will help you to thrive in your career and in every area of your life. Our Catholic-Jesuit tradition will help you to discover your purpose and unlock your passion. Our rigorous academics, grounded in the liberal arts, will equip you with field-specific knowledge, a strong ethical foundation and much-needed adaptability.

And, collaborating closely and often with others, you’ll develop valuable leadership skills and a more experienced, diverse perspective.

This is a deep, purposeful, transformative education—providing the keys to success that will open doors for a lifetime.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Knowledge is Power A Study in Excellence

A Scranton education is all about academic excellence. Our programs are taught in small classes, led by faculty who are experts in their fields. Students are challenged here, and they are supported. As a result, they excel at a very high level.

In an informationdriven world, knowledge is key. Employers are looking for graduates who bring a wider set of skills and higher levels of learning than ever before.

89%

Average first-year retention rate

$55,900 PayScale early career salary

Student to faculty ratio

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Major grants— including Fulbrights— awarded since 1972

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Number of countries students have studied in since 2015

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By any measure, The University of Scranton is an exceptional academic experience, made possible by a campus and community dedicated in every way to our students’ success.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Pursue Your Passion Rooted in the liberal arts, a Scranton education combines practical majors with an emphasis on critical thinking, problem solving, and written and oral communication skills.

MAJORS

Environmental Science

Physical Therapy (DPT)

Accounting

Finance

Physics

Advertising/Public Relations

Forensic Chemistry

Physiology

Applied Computing

Health Administration

Political Science

Biochemistry

Health Promotion

Pre-Engineering

iochemistry, Cell & Molecular B Biology

History

Psychology

Human Resources Studies

Public Policy & Service

Information Technology

Social Media Strategies

International Business

Sociology

International Language/Business

Speech-Language Pathology (MS)

International Studies

Theatre

Journalism & Electronic Media

Theology/Religious Studies

Kinesiology

Women’s & Gender Studies

Languages & Cultures

ACCELERATED GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Biology Biophysics Business Administration Business Analytics Business Communication Chemistry Chemistry/Business Communication Communication Sciences & Disorders (3- or 4-year) Computer Engineering Computer Science Counseling & Human Services Criminal Justice Cybercrime & Homeland Security Economics (Business) Economics (Social Science) Education •E arly & Primary Teacher Education •M iddle Level Teacher Education • Secondary Education Electrical Engineering Engineering Management English Entrepreneurship

• French & Francophone Cultural Studies • German Cultural Studies • Greek Studies • Hispanic Studies • Italian • Latin Studies Latin American Studies Management Marketing Mathematical Sciences Mathematics Mechanical Engineering

Master of Accountancy (4- or 5-year) BS/MBA in Accounting BS/MBA in Finance BS/MBA in Marketing BS/MBA in Operations Management BS or BA/MBA in many majors BS/MS in Special Education (5-year)* PRE-PROFESSIONAL Dentistry Law

Military Science

Medicine

Neuroscience

Optometry

Nursing

Pharmacy

Occupational Therapy Operations Management

Physician Assistant Podiatry Veterinary Medicine

Philosophy

* For Early and Primary Teacher Education and Secondary Education/English undergraduate majors only

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1 ACADEMIC FACILITIES

State-of-the-Art The University of Scranton has recently invested more than $295 million in outstanding facilities.

A Reimagined Campus Our 21st-century campus has been transformed with recent construction projects—from innovative academic buildings to leadingedge laboratories to the most modern student life facilities.

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Recent Campus Additions 1 LEAHY HALL The newest building on campus, Leahy Hall has 25 state-of-theart laboratories and multiple simulation environments.

2 LOYOLA SCIENCE

CENTER The 200,000-square-foot, Gold LEED certified space is one of the most dynamic, innovative science buildings in the country.

3 THE DENAPLES CENTER The $30 million, 120,000 squarefoot DeNaples Center serves as the hub and heart of our social life on campus.

4 DIONNE CAMPUS GREEN This football field-sized green space serves as a spectacular campus gateway to the DeNaples Center.

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5 THE REV. KEVIN

P. QUINN, S.J., ATHLETICS CAMPUS The new $14 million, 11-acre athletic campus is home to our soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, baseball and softball Division III NCAA teams.

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PILARZ HALLS These modern residence halls are home to nearly 400 juniors and seniors and a fitness center, convenience store and food court.

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2020 GATEWAY A lit glass wall etched with the seal of The University of Scranton spans the center of the four-story west facade of St. Thomas Hall.

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OUTCOMES & RESULTS

We Open Doors Today’s employers and graduate schools are looking for confident, well-rounded graduates who can think, communicate and problem-solve. The University of Scranton offers students myriad opportunities to learn these key marketable skills.

Career Development From the minute you come to campus, there’s a team of professionals to help you move toward success.

It is never too early to start planning an internship or building your network of support.

Every aspect of a Scranton education exists to help our students succeed.

Our students gain acceptance to prestigious medical and law schools, and embark on their careers with some of the nation’s top employers.

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Acceptance rate into health professions schools over 20 years

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of students pursue graduate studies after graduation

93%

Acceptance rate into law school over six years for graduating seniors

Health Professions Schools Such As:

Law Schools Such As: •B oston College Law School*

•R utgers University

MEDICAL SCHOOL •G eisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine

•B oston University School of Law

•S yracuse University

•C ornell Law School

•T exas Tech University

•G eorgetown University School of Medicine

•D uquesne University School of Law*

•T he Ohio State University

•F ordham University School of Law

•T he University of Scranton

•N otre Dame Law School

•U niversity of Notre Dame

•T emple University Beasley School of Law

•U niversity of South Florida

•H arvard Medical School •S idney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University •T he Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

•N ew York University

•T homas Jefferson University

DENTAL SCHOOL

•U niversity of Pennsylvania Law School

•C olumbia University College of Dental Medicine

•V illanova University School of Law*

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•T he Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry at Temple University

•W illiam & Mary Law School

2020 were employed,

Graduate Schools Such As:

continuing education

•U niversity at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine •U niversity of Maryland School of Dentistry VETERINARY SCHOOL • Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

•B oston College •B ucknell University

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•C olumbia University

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•F ordham University

graduating.

•L ehigh University

•C ummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University

•M assachusetts Institute of Technology

• University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine

•M ichigan State University

* The University of Scranton offers pre-law students the opportunity to apply for 3-3 programs with Villanova University School of Law, Boston College Law School, Penn State Law and Duquesne University School of Law.

Practical Experience Some of the companies where Scranton students have participated in internships:

• Aetna • American Lung Association • Bank of America • Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia • Children’s Specialized Hospital • C-SPAN • Deloitte • EY • Facebook • Google • Havas Media • House of Representatives • Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth • KPMG • Live Nation • Lockheed Martin • Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Medstar Georgetown University Hospital • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • National Institutes of Health • New Jersey State Police Office of Forensic Sciences • New York State Supreme Court • Pfizer • PwC • U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission • Speedway Motorsports • United States District Court • Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton Penguins

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OUTCOMES & RESULTS

You Can Get There from Here 908 organizations in 32 different states, plus the District of Columbia, and a dozen countries have granted internships to students in the classes of 2019 and 2020 at Scranton.

Rigorous and relevant, meaningful and purposeful, a Jesuit-inspired Scranton education is a full, and fulfilling, education that will prepare you in every way—for a successful career, for a meaningful life.

Recent Student Employers •2 1st Century Fox

•G eisinger Health System

•N ew York Daily News

•A pple

•H arperCollins Publishers

•N ew York Life

•A rchdiocese of Philadelphia

•H avas Group

•N orthwestern Mutual

•B AE Systems

• I BM

•N orwell Health

•B aker Tilly

•K PMG

•P hiladelphia 76ers

•B ioReference Laboratories

•L ehigh Valley Health Network

•P PL Corporation

•C -SPAN

•L enox Hill Hospital

•P rudential Financial

•D eloitte

•L ockheed Martin

•P wC

•D epartment of Environmental Protection

•M ajor League Baseball Players Association

•S &P Global

•D epartment of Homeland Security

• MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

•S tamford Health

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•M emorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

•E Y •F acebook •F ederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

•M organ Stanley

•S anofi

•T he Vanguard Group •T he Walt Disney Company •Y ale University Press

•M ount Sinai Health System •N ational Institutes of Health

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CAMPUS LIFE

Prepare to Engage Late Night Scranton hosts events and activities on Friday and Saturday nights on campus. Fun events include Grocery Bingo, Scranton’s Got Talent, Hip Hop Dance Party, Glow Yoga and Trivia Night.

Scranton is an active, opportunity-filled campus where students can easily get involved. From a full calendar of activities to more than 80 student clubs, this is a dynamic, inclusive campus where you can immediately jump in, and fit in.

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are planned by student organizations each year, creating a full campus calendar each and every week.

CAMPUS MINISTRIES offers numerous opportunities to explore the deeper questions of life, no matter your faith tradition.

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STUDENT RETREATS

are held several times a year at our beautiful Retreat Center, which is located 12 miles from campus.

300 Each year, more than

students participate in instrumental and choral performing ensemble opportunities.

170,000 HOURS

University of Scranton students volunteer 170,000 hours of service per year— locally, nationally and globally.

SPRINGFEST

is an annual festival that features live music, battle of the bands, games, food and fundraisers!

Clubs & Organizations A sampling of the many clubs and organizations on our campus. If you don't see something you like, there is always the opportunity to start a new club!

• Advertising Club

• Phi Beta Lambda

• AFYA: The Global Health Club

• Philosophy Society

• Asia Club

• Physiology Club

• Astronomy Club

• Political Science Club

• Autism Speaks

•P ortfolio of Responsible Investments under Student Management (PRISM)

• Bible Club • Biology Club • Business Club • Chemistry Club • Chess Club • College Democrats • College Republicans

• Praise & Worship • Pre-Law Society • Pre-Physician Assistant Club • Pre-Veterinary Club • Psychology Club

• Colleges Against Cancer

•P ublic Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)

• Commuter Student Association

• Random Acts of Kindness

• Counseling & Human Services Association

• Royal Signers

• Criminal Justice Club

•S cranton Alliance for Equality (SAFE)

• Entrepreneurship Club

• Scranton Neuroscience Society

• Gaming Club • Habitat for Humanity

•S cranton Student Association of the Philippines

• Hack Scranton

• Social Justice Club

• Health Administration Society

•S ociety for Human Resource Management

• Health Professions Organization • Healthy Minds Club

•S ociety for Sustainability and Conservation

• Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers

• Spanish Cultural Society

• International Students Club • Irish Cultural Society

• Student Government • Student Nurses Association

• Italian Society

•S tudent Occupational Therapy Association

• Kindness for Chemo

• Students for Life

• Kinesiology Club

• Sustainability & Conservation Club

• Louis Stanley Brown Black Student Union

• Tactical Fitness Club

• Math Club

• United Cultures Organization

• Media Analysis and Discussion Club

•U niversity of Scranton Programming Board ... and many more!

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CAMPUS LIFE

24/7 College Experience Friendly Folks In The Huffington Post’s list of “Friendliest Colleges in the Country,” The University of Scranton ranked in the top 8.

This is a high-energy campus where you’ll engage—really engage— in your college experience.

CREATIVE OUTLETS

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

CLUB SPORTS

• 99.5 WUSR-FM

• Badminton

• Archery

• Anime Club

• Basketball

• Cheerleading

• Art Club • Bands, Choirs & String Ensembles • Knitting Club • Literary Magazine (Esprit) • Liva Arts Company • Men & Women for Octaves (a capella group) • Mulberry Media • Photography Club

• Bean Bag Toss • Dodgeball • Flag Football • Kan-Jam

• Contemporary Dance • Crew • Dance

• Kickball

• Equestrian

• Soccer

• Fencing

• Softball

• Fishing

• Ultimate Frisbee

• Ice Hockey

• Volleyball • Wiffle Ball

• Men’s Volleyball • Mountain Sports

• Royal Studios

• Rugby

• Social Dance Club

• Running

• Student Newspaper (The Aquinas)

• Ultimate Frisbee®

• University Players

• Yearbook (The Windhover)

80 CLUBS 1,500 Join In!

• W3USR: University of Scranton Amateur Radio Club

• Urban Beats Crew

Scranton students participate in recreational sports and intramurals.

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ATHLETICS This is Iggy. He’s our mascot and our athletic teams’ #1 fan!

Go Royals!

The Royals field 23 intercollegiate teams at the NCAA Division III level.

Top-Notch Facilities Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., Athletics Campus is home for the University’s soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, baseball and softball Division III NCAA teams.

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MEN’S TEAMS

WOMEN’S TEAMS

• Baseball

• Basketball

• Basketball

• Cross Country

• Cross Country

• Field Hockey

• Golf

• Golf

• Lacrosse

• Lacrosse

• Soccer

• Soccer

• Swimming/Diving

• Softball

• Tennis

• Swimming/Diving

• Track & Field

• Tennis

• Wrestling

• Track & Field • Volleyball

ROYAL PRIDE The University of Scranton is a member of the Landmark Conference. Through participation in Division III athletics, our student-athletes pursue academic excellence, refine athletic skills, demonstrate leadership, engage in good sportsmanship and serve others.

Scranton was ranked as one of the “50 Fittest Colleges in America”

by The Active Times and one of the top 26 “healthiest” colleges in the U.S. by Greatist.com.

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RESIDENCE LIFE

Welcome Home Housing is guaranteed for four consecutive years. Light housekeeping is provided.

Our housing options and dining services are ranked among the best in the nation. With options ranging from traditional residences for first-year students, to suite-style housing for sophomores, to apartments for juniors and seniors, our students rest easy. And, you’re going to eat well, too—our University’s dining facilities are ranked seventh in the nation.

Ideal College Setting The Princeton Review has recognized the University as No. 7 in the nation for Best Campus Food.

98% of our University’s housing is new or renovated.

Opportunity Awaits Just two hours from Philly and NYC, Scranton students can pursue valuable internship opportunities with many of the world’s leading companies and organizations.

SCRANTON

Scranton is the sixth-largest city in Pennsylvania and a vibrant college town with much to offer—from popular coffeehouses and eateries, to festivals and minor-league sports teams, to a well-known Office, Dunder Mifflin. Beyond the city, in the Pocono Northeast, is a mecca for outdoor activities, from hiking, biking and fishing to skating, skiing and snow tubing.

BOSTON 4.5 hours HARTFORD 3 hours NYC 2 hours PHILLY 2 hours

WASHINGTON, D.C. 4 hours

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ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID

We’re Here to Help Accepted Student Profile (Middle 50%)

GPA

3.3–3.9

At Scranton, you are a person, not a number. It’s why we don’t make our admissions decisions solely based on numbers. We consider many factors, including coursework, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, leadership, community service and extracurricular activities. We also have an SAT/ACT Optional program for students who qualify. If the application and financial aid process seems daunting, then don’t worry: You’re not alone. We work with you from start to finish.

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88–98 (100 scale)

SAT

1140–1300

ACT

27–31

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DATES TO REMEMBER

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Early Action Applications Due

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Early Action Notification Begins

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December 15

Regular Decision Application Review Begins

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**Financial Aid Notification Begins Preferred Deadline for First-Year Applications

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You can apply online for free using the Common Application.

* Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov. Our school code is 003384. ** Please allow two weeks from FAFSA filing date.

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Scranton is listed among the 198 colleges in the nation included in the 11th edition of Barron’s Best

Buys in College Education.

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ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID

An Affordable Education Within Reach Along with offering generous financial aid packages, Scranton is committed to making education affordable, maintaining tuition rate increases of under three percent.

The University of Scranton is an exceptional education in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition. But this quality, private education is very affordable as well. With 99 percent of our first-year students receiving financial aid, you’ll find a Scranton education to be well within reach.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

FINANCIAL AID

Scholarships are forms of assistance that do not have to be repaid.

At Scranton, scholarships can be awarded to a student in a variety of ways through a variety of sources.

To learn more, visit us online at admissions.scranton.edu/ scholarships.

We offer a variety of programs in recognition of academic achievement, financial need, diversity and ROTC service. State and federal assistance, installment payment plans and workstudy can also be part of the mix of financing options.

Nationally Recognized Year after year, Scranton is recognized among the top tier of universities in the nation for outstanding educational value. A Scranton education really pays off, but don’t just take our word for it.

“BEST VALUE” U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT MONEY MAGAZINE

“TOP 15% IN THE NATION FOR MEDIAN SALARIES OF ALUMNI” PAYSCALE

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“NO. 22” FOR IMPACT ON EARNINGS THE ECONOMIST

Tuition, Fees, & Average Financial Aid Package $48,462

Tuition & Fees (2021–2022)

FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP OPTIONS

MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS

When you are accepted, our Scholarship Committee will automatically review your academic record for merit scholarships.

Four-year total scholarship awards range from $60,000 to $112,000, plus a limited number of competitive, full-tuition scholarships.

FINANCIAL AID AWARDS

The entering first-year class in fall 2021 received more than $31 million in financial aid and scholarships, $24 million of which was provided by the University. Of first-year student aid applicants enrolled in the fall 2021 semester, 99 percent received scholarships and/or needbased grants. Fifty-six percent of incoming first-year students received institutional grant aid.

NET PRICE CALCULATOR

You can obtain an estimate of both your merit scholarship and needbased grant assistance by using the Net Price Calculator located on our website: admissions.scranton.edu/financialaid.

FAMILY TUITION REDUCTION

We value our Scranton families. Families with two or more dependent children in attendance at the University during the same semester as full-time undergraduate students are eligible for a tuition discount.

Each student receives a 10 percent discount on tuition. The discount also applies when at least one parent is enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student. Students are required to make a formal application to the Bursar’s Office each academic year.

$15,990

Room & Board

$64,452

Total Direct Cost

$37,000 Average Financial Aid Package (not including parent and private loans) (2021–2022)

The University of Scranton’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is published each year to provide crime and fire statistics, and information on safety and security related services offered by the University in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics. The newest edition of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report has been posted on The University of Scranton Police Department web site at scranton.edu/about/university-police. Printed copies may also be obtained by visiting University Police located at 820 Mulberry St., Scranton, PA 18510.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The University of Scranton is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or other status protected by law. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic or other programs or in the context of employment. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination and sexual harassment and sexual misconduct policies may be directed to Elizabeth M. Garcia, executive director, Office of Equity and Diversity • 570.941.6645.

Any applicant who has questions about the nondiscrimination policy, or has concerns about discrimination on the basis of sex should contact: Title IX Coordinator, c/o The Office of Equity and Diversity • Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Rm 311 • TitleIX@scranton.edu • 570.941.6645

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To know us, to understand all that Scranton has to offer, you’ll need to visit. Tour our campus. Experience our community. If you are not currently able to visit campus, we also have a number of virtual visit experiences available. See for yourself how one of America’s premier colleges will open doors for you.

On-Campus SMALL GROUP INFORMATION SESSION This brief presentation by an admissions counselor provides an overview of the University and the admissions process, with time for questions. The information session is limited in size with proper social distancing measures in place.

Masks are required.

CAMPUS TOUR This tour of campus, led by a student tour guide, will allow you to see the campus center, a first-year residence hall and room, a junior or senior apartment, classrooms, the library and more. This tour will be limited in size and will be approximately one hour. Masks are required.

Virtual VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION

VIRTUAL PERSONAL APPOINTMENT

This 45-minute presentation by an admissions counselor provides an overview of the University and the admissions process, with time for

This half-hour virtual session with an admissions counselor is nonevaluative and is perfect for students and parents who may have questions about the University or want to discuss a specific situation with regard to admission. This gives us the opportunity to get to know you in a non-evaluative setting.

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