Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm College is a Benedictine, Catholic, liberal arts college located in Manchester, N.H. The third oldest Catholic college in New England, Saint Anselm enrolls roughly 2,000 students and prepares students for life beyond college. Saint Anselm encourages its students to ask big questions and think critically, creatively, and ethically. Graduates are CEOs, doctors, engineers, teachers, marketers, and researchers. They are humanitarians, healers, and philanthropists. They graduate Saint Anselm with the drive to achieve, empowered to make the world a better place.
About
From the School
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Laura Reyes-Irizarry
Campus Visit Coordinator
Campus Visit Coordinator
Address
Office of Admission
100 Saint Anselm
Manchester, NH 03102-1310
100 Saint Anselm
Manchester, NH 03102-1310
Phone
603-641-7500
Email
admission@anselm.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Residence Hall
Geisel Library
Davison Dining Hall
New Hampshire Institute of Politics and Political Library
Abbey Church
Coffee Shop and Pub Roger & Francine Jean Student Center Complex Fitness Center Chapel Art Center Various Academic Spaces
Geisel Library
Davison Dining Hall
New Hampshire Institute of Politics and Political Library
Abbey Church
Coffee Shop and Pub Roger & Francine Jean Student Center Complex Fitness Center Chapel Art Center Various Academic Spaces
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Currier Gallery of Art
Palace Theatre
Fisher Cat Stadium
White Mountains
Proximity to Boston
Local Restaurants and Shopping Seacoast
Palace Theatre
Fisher Cat Stadium
White Mountains
Proximity to Boston
Local Restaurants and Shopping Seacoast
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday through Friday, select Saturdays
8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., some exceptions
603-641-7500
8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., some exceptions
603-641-7500
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Varies
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
admission@anselm.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Manchester-Boston Regional airport is ten minutes from campus. Vans, limousines and taxis are available from the airport. The Manchester Bus Depot is ten minutes from campus as well. Connecting Bus Service is available to campus.
Driving Instructions to Campus
Via Manchester Boston Regional Airport
Head west on Airport Road. Airport Road becomes Brown Ave. / NH-3A. Take NH-101 west (Bedford / Nashua / Concord) and continue as directed below.*
From Points Southeast
Take Interstate 93 north to Interstate 293 north. Exit left to Route 101 west (Bedford/Goffstown) to junction of Route 101 and Route 114 (set of lights) and continue as directed below.*
From Seacoast
Take Route 101 west and continue as directed below.*
From Points West
Take Route 101 east and continue as directed below.*
From Points Southwest
Take Route 3 north. Continue north on Everett Turnpike (through toll plaza) to Route 101 west to junction of Route 101 and Route 114 (set of lights) and continue as directed below.*
From Points North
Take Interstate 93 south to Interstate 293 south (Everett Turnpike) to Route 101 west to junction of Route 101 and Route 114 (set of lights) and continue as directed below.*
* From Junction of Rt. 101 and Rt. 114
At the junction of Route 101 and Route 114, (set of lights) take Route 114 north. Continue through two sets of lights. The third set of lights is Saint Anselm Drive. Turn right onto Saint Anselm Drive. Campus is approximately one mile on right. Visitor parking is available behind Alumni Hall.
Driving Distances
1 -3 Hours
Augusta, ME
Hartford, CT
Montpelier, VT
Providence, RI
Springfield, MA
4 - 6 Hours
Albany, NY
New York, NY
Philadelphia, PA
7 - 9 Hours
Baltimore, MD
Buffalo, NY
Washington, DC
Local Accommodations
Bedford Village Inn
Olde Bedford Way
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 472-2001
www.bedfordvillageinn.com
Best Western Executive Court
13500 South Willow Street
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 627-2525
www.bestwestern.com
Comfort Inn
298 Queen City Avenue
Manchester, NH 03102
(603) 668-2600
*mention Saint Anselm College to
receive a preferred rate
www.comfortinnmht.com
Courtyard by Marriot
700 Huse Road
Manchester, NH 03102
(603) 641-4900
www.marriott.com
Country Inn and Suites
250 South River Road
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 666-4600
www.countryinns.com
Fairfield Inn by Marriott
860 Porter Street
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 625-2020
www.marriott.com
Hampton Inn & Suites
8 Hawthorne Drive
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 623-2040
(800) 426-7866
www.hamptoninn.hilton.com
Hill-Brook Motel
250 Route 101
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 472 -3788
www.hillbrookhotel.com
Hilton Garden Inn
101 South Commercial Street
Manchester, NH 03101
(603) 669-2222
www.hgi-manchester.com
Holiday Inn Express
1298 South Porter Street
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 669-6800
(800) 315-2621
www.hiexpress.com
Holiday Inn Manchester Airport
2280 Brown Avenue
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 641-6466
(800) 659-2472
*mention Saint Anselm College to
receive a preferred rate
www.ihg.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Manchester Airport
1000 North Perimeter Road
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 668-2200
www.homewoodsuites.hilton.com
Quality Inn
55 John E. Devine Drive
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 668-6110
www.qualityinn.com
Radisson Hotel?Center of N.H.
700 Elm Street
Manchester, NH 03101
(603) 625-1000
(800) 967-9033
www.radisson.com
Residence Inn by Marriott
246 Daniel Webster Highway
Merrimack, NH 03458
(603) 424-8100
www.residenceinnmerrimack.com
Spring Hill Suites by Marriott
975 North Perimeter Road
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 668-9400
www.marriott.com
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
686 Huse Road
Manchester, NH 03103
(603)-641-2288
www.marriott.com
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Admissions
Overall
From The School
In reviewing applicants for admission, our admission counselors consider each prospective student carefully. Counselors assess each applicant's secondary school performance, SAT I or ACT scores (optional for all programs), recommendation letters, extracurricular involvement, and the written essay. Of highest priority is the applicant's secondary school transcript, with a specific focus on both the rigor of course study and the marks received. Additional documents may be required for transfer, international, and homeschool applicants.
Saint Anselm College has the following admission deadlines:
Early Action, November 15
Nursing Majors, November 15 or December 1
Early Decision, December 1
Regular Decision, February 1
Saint Anselm College invites students and families to visit campus for a tour, information session and/or interview.
For more information, students should contact:
Office of Admission
Saint Anselm College
100 Saint Anselm Drive
Manchester, NH 03102
Telephone: 603-641-7500 or 888-426-7356 (toll-free)
Email: admission@anselm.edu
Website:
Overview
Applicants: 4,165
Acceptance Rate: 78%
Average HS GPA: 3.40
GPA Breakdown
12%
4.0
21%
3.75 - 3.99
23%
3.50 - 3.74
14%
3.25 - 3.49
17%
3.00 - 3.24
11%
2.50 - 2.99
2%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
560 - 650
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
530 - 620
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1120 - 1180
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
25 - 27
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Overall
From The School
Academic Programs
Saint Anselm offers over 100 total academic programs. Majors, minors, and master's degree programs are offered in the arts and humanities, economics and business, nursing and health sciences, social sciences, STEM, and teacher education.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Saint Anselm offers over 60 undergraduate majors and 3 master's degree programs. Degrees offered include Bachelor's of Arts, Bachelor's of Science, and Master's degrees. A full list of majors and minors can be found here: .
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
12:1
Total Faculty
220
with Terminal Degree
163
121
Women
99
Men
19
Minority
4
International
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
American/United States Studies/Civilization.
German Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Biochemistry.
Biology, General.
Neurobiology and Behavior.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Finance, General.
International Business.
Marketing.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication and Media Studies.
Communication, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Education, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
French Language Teacher Education.
History Teacher Education.
Latin Teacher Education.
Physics Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor.
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ENGINEERING.
Engineering, Other.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
French Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Nursing.
Pre-Dentistry Studies.
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Pharmacy Studies.
Pre-Physical Therapy Studies.
Public Health.
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HISTORY.
American History (United States).
History, General.
History.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Pre-Law Studies.
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LEISURE AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES.
Music.
-
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
Mathematics.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Mathematics and Computer Science.
Natural Sciences.
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
Environmental Studies.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Chemistry.
Physics, General.
Physics.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Archeology.
Economics, General.
Economics.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies.
Theology/Theological Studies.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Dance.
Fine and Studio Arts.
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Graphic Design.
Students Say
Saint Anselm College is a Benedictine Catholic liberal arts school, a "welcoming, safe place where students can receive an amazing education" within the surroundings of a quintessential New England setting. Adhering to the school's service roots, the monks "are a huge part of life on campus, and even teach some classes" and "any courses that fulfill your civic requirement have an aspect called Community Engaged Learning where you volunteer in the surrounding towns as a part of your grade." To help bridge its 2,000 students into the discussion-based, inquisitive learning of its core curriculum, all first-year students take the two-part Conversatio class, where students "explore the connection between ourselves, the world, and the divine through many pieces of historical literature" and "spend most of the time outside lecture talking to classmates and leading discussions on the literature we study."
A student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1 makes it easier to form personal relationships with the "very caring and knowledgeable" professors, who "are always willing to meet with students to help them." There's also an Academic Resource Center that offers further workshops, writing assistance, and peer tutoring. And while some classes may lean heavily on lectures, teachers are praised for bringing in guests who are professionals in their fields to help illustrate the concepts being taught, and the school has a popular study abroad program that seeks to give students first-hand research opportunities. Ultimately, students applaud the Saint Anselm experience, as "no matter what your major is, you will experience a little bit of everything."
Degrees
Bachelor's
Master's
Master's
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Elaine C. Lloyd
Managing Dir., Deutsche Bank
Michael J. Sheehan
CEO, Boston Globe
Col. Harvey C. Barnum, Jr.
Dep. Asst. Sec. of the Navy for Reserve Affairs
Dr. Paul M. Colombani
Chief of Pediatric Surgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital
Robert K. Weiler
Pres. and CEO, Phase Forward
David Pietrycha
Chief Financial Officer of NBC Sports Group
Academic Rating
87/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Students Say
The college is heavily vested in its students’ future careers, and employment readiness is incorporated into the curriculum from day one. Credit-bearing internships, study abroad, and faculty-student research opportunities abound, and the Career Development Center also offers personal guidance and professional development workshops. Additionally, the Meelia Center for Community Engagement helps connect students with agencies throughout the Greater Manchester area, in order to gain service experience. For the Class of 2019, 99 percent were employed, in graduate school, or engaged in service within six months of graduation. Saint Anselm graduates who visited Payscale.com reported an early career salary of $56,400 annually.
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
Information about Tuition, Room and Board, and Fees for the 2024-25 academic year can be found here: .
Financial Aid
Saint Anselm College offers both need-based and non-need based Financial Aid. Types of awards offered include: state and federal grants, institutional grants, merit scholarships, athletic scholarships, and more. 100% of first-year students received some type of gift or grant aid in 2024.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$31,020
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$30,018
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,640
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
74%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$34,491
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
Yes
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal and Institutional
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
90/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
Saint Anselm is home to roughly 2,000 graduate and undergraduate students, representing over 25 states and multiple countries.
Saint Anselm offers over 80 student-led clubs, organizations, and committees, 23 NCAA varsity athletic programs, a variety of community engagement opportunities, and more. Annual traditions like the college's Relay for Life and Gingerbread House Competition are popular among the student body.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,052
Foreign Countries Represented
10
Demographics
1.48%
Black
4.53%
Hispanic
87.06%
Caucasian
2.71%
Unknown
58% female
42% male
79% are out of state
98% are full time
2% are part time
Students Say
People at Saint Anselm are "easy to get to know," with "a large student athlete population and campus ministry/service population," and everyone tries to "embrace the community as much as we can, and cherish all of the time that we have here." As one student says, "The people who go to Saint Anselm College genuinely love the school and want to be at 'the Hilltop' [the affectionate name for the school campus] as much as possible." While "ethnic and racial diversity is not entirely large" here, this group of "warm-hearted welcoming individuals" say that "no matter your background, you'll find your niche here." To better understand the vibe, know that students commonly say things like "That was [or wasn't] very Anselmian of you," as they expect their peers to be "kind, respectful, and compassionate."
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
Saint Anselm College's beautiful Hilltop campus is tucked away just outside of downtown Manchester, NH. A warm community and Benedictine hospitality are among the first things that visitors notice about the campus; all are welcome at Saint Anselm.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Academic facilities like Alumni Hall, the Goulet Science Center, the New Hampshire Institute of Politics, the Grappone Humanities Institute, and the new Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Grappone Hall (coming soon!) offer state-of-the-art equipment to all Saint Anselm students.
Additional facilities like the Abbey Church, Davison Dining Hall, Jean Student Center, Stoutenburgh Gymnasium, and Sullivan Ice Arena provide opportunities for success and comfort in all aspects of campus life.
Off-Campus Opportunities
From downtown's restaurant and music scene to some of New Hampshire's best beaches, hiking, and skiing destinations, Saint Anselm students find plenty of ways to keep busy not far from campus. Additionally, local businesses and organizations partner with the college to offer students a variety of internship and community engagement opportunities.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
93%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
90/99
First-Year Students living on campus
96%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
85/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Cooperative
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Cooperative
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Dorms Male
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Students Say
The average Saint Anselm enrollee is constantly on the move, "going from meeting to meeting, class to class, club to club." Still, "while everyone is busy, no one is overwhelmed," and students can slow down to enjoy the simple pleasures of "spending time with friends at the dining hall and taking long walks throughout campus." During the day, it tends to be all business: "you will often see people working on their laptops in common areas, the student center, library, even at the dining hall." However, after the books are closed, "people love to spend time outside, whether it's sledding, playing KanJam, cornhole, [or] hiking." Almost all students live on campus for their four years, and "the campus events clubs try to have events or food trucks as much as possible to make an average day just a little more special."
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Academic Resource Center
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Jenne Powers
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
60
Number of Honor Societies
Number of Social Sororities
Number of Religious Organizations
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
Men's Sports (Hawks)
11 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Hawks)
13 Sports
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Bowling
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of New Hampshire
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of New Hampshire
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of New Hampshire
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of New Hampshire
Sustainability
79/99
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education:
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
