2020-2021 Emmanuel College Mini Viewbook

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EMMANUEL COLLEGE BOSTON, MA

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EDUCATION Boston is the greatest college town in the world—and Emmanuel students contribute to and draw inspiration from it at every turn.

Emmanuel is a dynamic, residential, Catholic liberal arts and sciences college in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston. Our location is at the crossroads of academic excellence and real-world learning experiences.

Emmanuel’s home in the heart of the city has been a huge part of the student experience for more than 100 years—and it will certainly help you shape the next four.

#1 CITY FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL GROWTH AND INNOVATION

#4 BEST CITY FOR HISTORY BUFFS (Travel + Leisure)

(U.S. Chamber of Commerce)

#2 BEST MARKET FOR STEM PROFESSIONALS

#5 BEST CITY FOR CULTURE (Business Insider)

(WalletHub)

#3 MOST WALKABLE CITY (Walk Score)

#6 BEST PLACE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL CAREER (Bankrate) B E I N B O STO N

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KNOWLEDGE MEETS KNOW-HOW

With prominent financial firms, world-class hospitals, and game-changing nonprofits, research institutions and more just a short walk or subway ride away, your opportunities to gain real-world, hands-on experience are bound only by the limits of your imagination.

CHALLENGE THE STATUS QUO

Want to forge your own path? A hub of innovation with a thriving startup culture, Boston has been named the city best positioned to succeed in the “next-wave digital economy� for two years running. (U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation)

MORE IS MORE

The Colleges of the Fenway consortium provides access to thousands of courses and programs at our four partner schools, multiplying your academic and extracurricular opportunities (and friends and neighbors).

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WELCOME TO TITLETOWN

Experience exhilarating games and hard-won championships while you root for hometown sports teams the Boston Red Sox, the Boston Celtics and the Boston Bruins at the legendary Fenway Park and the TD Garden.

STATE OF THE ART

Whether your tastes are classic or contemporary, Boston has you covered. The House of Blues, Symphony Hall, the Institute of Contemporary Art and the Museum of Fine Arts Boston are just part of your local arts and music scene.

A COLLEGE WITH A VIEW

Even in a city as dynamic as Boston, there’s no shortage of green (or blue) space. Stroll thousands of acres of parkland in the Emerald Necklace, grab a bite at the Lawn on D, or take in waterfront views in the Seaport District.

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Charles River

Charles River Esplanade

Fenway Park

Regal Fenway Cinema

Target

Landmark Center & Time Out Market

WITHIN A 10-MINUTE WALK FROM CAMPUS Museum of Fine Arts Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Boston Symphony Orchestra House of Blues Lucky Strike Bowling Core Power Yoga Wahlburgers Blaze Pizza Blackbird Donuts More than a dozen coffee shops

Newbury Street

Prudential Center

Roberto Clemente Field Home of the Saints

Emerald Necklace Trails & Parks Merck Research Laboratories

EMMANUEL COLLEGE

A CENTER FOR

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Emmanuel is a place where collaborations between faculty and students are happening every day. It is a place filled with the type of personal interactions, opportunities and outcomes that are simply not available everywhere.

With more than 70 areas of study in life and clinical sciences, business, humanities, government and politics, and education, our wide scope of academic offerings encourage you to expand your worldview, engage in critical thinking and excel across all dimensions, while obtaining skill sets employers are looking for.

70+ MAJORS, MINORS AND AREAS OF STUDY

17 ACADEMIC HONOR SOCIETIES

13:1 STUDENTFACULTY RATIO

10 CONSECUTIVE YEARS OF FULBRIGHT RECIPIENTS

50,000 HOURS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE ANNUALLY

65+ COUNTRIES TO EXPLORE THROUGH STUDY ABROAD BE INSPIRED

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A SPIRITED COMMUNITY

Emmanuel is a college of doers. Life on our campus— and beyond it—reflects that energy. From our 16 Division III varsity teams to diving into more than 100 clubs, intramural teams, events and activities, you’ll discover new areas of interest across a broad range of endeavors.

A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

Here, you’ll learn and act with respect for a global context. This focus is ingrained into our curriculum across disciplines, encompassing in-depth study of topics such as geopolitics, economics, world religion and literature, as well as a robust study abroad program.

GROW ACROSS MULTIPLE DIMENSIONS

Emmanuel’s learning community provides you the opportunity to discover and engage with what matters to you most, while surrounded by classmates exploring uniquely varied interests and by a dynamic city that provides the ideal backdrop for pursuing your goals.

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BE INSPIRED

MENTORS, COLLEAGUES, CHAMPIONS

A 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio means you’ll work closely with your professors in small class settings. They will challenge you to rethink your view of the world and chart a course for your life and career.

GIVING BACK, BOTH NEAR AND FAR

In the spirit of our founders, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, Emmanuel students contribute more than 50,000 hours of service every year, during Alternative Spring Break trips across the country—from Phoenix to New Orleans—and programs in our own Greater Boston communities.

YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME

The residence halls are more than just a place to sleep.

They boast fitness centers, media lounges, study space and tons of programs and events. Ask generations of Emmanuel students, and they will all say they met their lifelong best friends on campus.

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SUCCESSFUL FUTURE Emmanuel students translate their talents and training into meaningful careers in the Boston area and throughout the world. If you’re looking for the chance to devote your all to your education—and achieve results beyond your boldest ambitions—you’ll find opportunities abound at Emmanuel College. The proof is in our graduates.

EMPLOYMENT RATE

96%

of graduates who were seeking employment had found a job

GRAD SCHOOL PLACEMENT RATE

92%

of graduates seeking admission to grad school had been admitted

CAREER OUTCOMES RATE

96%

of graduates were working, enrolled in additional education or engaged in military or volunteer service Stats for the Class of 2019

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INTERNSHIPS

100% of undergraduate students complete an internship as part of the core curriculum. At Emmanuel, theory meets practice and practice translates into indemand skills sought by employers in an ever-changing marketplace.

SELECTED LIST OF INTERNSHIPS AND EMPLOYERS

BAE Systems Boston Bruins Boston Children’s Hospital Boston Public Schools Boston Red Sox Brigham & Women’s Hospital Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Ernst & Young Fenway Health Fidelity Investments Harvard Medical School Hill Holliday

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BE IN DEMAND

Jimmy Fund KPMG Massachusetts State Senate Museum of Fine Arts Museum of Science Boston Staples, Inc. Trip Advisor Tufts Medical Center U.S. Department of Commerce WGBH Boston (PBS) WHDH-TV Boston (7 News) World Sports Camp

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STARTED VISIT

Explore our beautiful 17-acre residential campus in the heart of Boston and experience our vibrant learning community firsthand. We offer a range of visit opportunities, and the Office of Admissions is readily available to personalize your experience. www.emmanuel.edu/visit.

CONTACT US

To learn more about Emmanuel, please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 617-735-9715 or admissions@emmanuel.edu

CONNECT WITH US

@EmmanuelCollege on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter and @ApplyEmmanuel on Instagram and Twitter

APPLYING FOR ADMISSION

Emmanuel accepts the Common Application and offers two early-action deadlines in addition to regular decision.

Early action is a non-binding process that provides you with your admission decision sooner than a regular decision.

For complete information, including information for international and transfer students, visit www.emmanuel.edu/admissions.

• Early Action Deadline 1: November 1 • Early Action Deadline 2: December 15 • Regular Decision Deadline: February 15

FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION

We regard an Emmanuel education as a shared financial partnership among you, your family and the College. Our goal is to make college costs as affordable as possible. The vast majority of Emmanuel students receive some form of support to assist them in their educational journey.

All Emmanuel applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships or community-based awards upon submission of their completed application. These funds are awarded regardless of financial need.

To apply for need-based financial aid, Emmanuel requires only the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

The priority filing date is February 15.

For more information about financial services available to students, contact us at 617-735-9938 or visit www.emmanuel.edu/osfs.

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M A J O R S, M I N O R S &

AREAS OF STUDY DEGREES AWARDED Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts Bachelor of Science SCHOOL OF

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT Accounting Data Analytics Economic Policy Economics Finance Healthcare Management Leadership* International Economics Management Marketing Sport Management SCHOOL OF

EDUCATION Elementary Education Math Education* Secondary Education Art Biology Chemistry English History Mathematics Spanish SCHOOL OF

HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES African & African Diaspora Studies* American Politics & Government American Studies

Arabic* Art Education Art History* Art Therapy Catholic Studies* Ceramics* Communication & Media Studies Criminology & Criminal Justice Digital History Digital Media Production* Diplomacy & Security English Film* French* Gender & Women’s Studies* Global & Public Health* Graphic Design History Human Services International Relations & Comparative Politics International Studies Italian* Latin American Studies* Legal Studies* Middle East Studies* Migration Studies* Peace Studies* Philosophical Psychology* Philosophy Photography* Political Communication* Political Science Pre-Law Social Inequality & Social Justice Sociology

Spanish Spanish for Healthcare Professionals* Studio Art Sustainability & Global Justice Theater Arts Theology & Religious Studies Transcultural Studies* Writing, Editing & Publishing MAUREEN MURPHY WILKENS SCHOOL OF

NURSING & CLINICAL SCIENCES Nursing SCHOOL OF

SCIENCE & HEALTH Biochemistry Biology Biostatistics Chemistry Counseling & Health Psychology Developmental Psychology Forensic Science Health Sciences Mathematical Modeling Mathematics Neuroscience Physiology Pre-Dental Pre-Medical Pre-Veterinary Statistics * denotes minor or certificate program