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Syracuse University Roger Williams University

Boston University Sacred Heart University

Boston College Stonehill College

Bridgewater State University

College of the Holy Cross

BOSTON COLLEGE At Boston College, explore your options and discover a degree program that matches your goals. Boston College offers 58 majors and 8 schools of study. A rigorous core curriculum connects their undergraduate schools and colleges. At Boston College, students can participate in the following chosen schools of study:

● Robert J. Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences ● James A Woods, S.J College of Advancing Studies ● Carroll School of Management* ● William F. Connell School of Nursing ● Carolyn A. and Peter S. Lynch School of Education and Human Development Total Enrollment: 14,600 ● School of Theology and Ministry Total # of Applicants: 35,552 ● School of Social Work Total Accepted: 9,672 ● Boston College Law School Acceptance Rate: 27% *Most competitive major in the admissions process Total Enrolled: 2,297 In addition, Boston College is home to 31 intercollegiate Average SAT Score: 1465 division I teams, a variety of club sports, 44 intramural Average ACT Score: 33 sports programs, and courses in aquatics, spin, yoga and more. Boston University

Boston University offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and doctorates, and medical, dental, and law degrees through its 330+ areas of study in the following schools and colleges:

● College of Arts & Sciences (SAT or ACT scores not required for most applicants) ● College of Communication ● College of Engineering ● College of Fine Arts ● College of General Studies Total Enrollment: 35,472 ● College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College ● Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies Undergraduate Enrollment: 17,286 ● Arvind and Chandan Nandlal Kilachand Honors College Total # of Applicants: 62,210 ● Questrom School of Business Total # of Enrollments: 3,156 ● School of Hospitality Administration Percent Admitted: 18.9% ● Wheelock College of Education & Human Development Average Class Size: 27 students Boston University's housing system is the nation's 10th largest among four-year colleges. Boston University guarantees the option of on-campus housing for four years for all Average G.P.A: A- undergraduate students. Currently, 76 percent of the undergraduate population lives on Average SAT: 1420-1530 campus.

In addition, Boston University is home to 450+ student organizations, 34 club sport teams, The number of students admitted 24 varsity sports and 15+ intramural teams. through early decision is higher than regular decision applicants Boston University meets 100% full need for all admitted students Bridgewater State University

Bridgewater State University is the comprehensive university of Southeastern Massachusetts and the third largest public university – 10th largest overall, public or private – in the commonwealth. The University grants more than 2,400 degrees and certificates each year.

The University’s academic programs (36 undergraduate majors and 80 graduate programs) are housed and administered through its six colleges: the College of Education and Allied Studies; the College of Graduate Studies; the College of Humanities and Social Sciences; the Louis M. Ricciardi College of Business; the Bartlett College of Science Total enrollment: 10,990 and Mathematics; and the College of Continuing Studies. Despite the transformation of the campus over the past two decades and growth Average G.P.A: 3.2 in student population, Bridgewater State University remains Average Test Score: 1100 committed to small class sizes and extraordinary teaching and mentoring by a world-class faculty. Bridgewater State University also offers a “testing optional” policy, However, Only 10% of the admitted class Bridgewater affords students of all ages and backgrounds access to a may fall into the “no test option” category so you may be variety of opportunities for learning and personal growth such as better off submitting your scores. undergraduate research (which is nationally ranked by the Council It is recommend that applicants applying under the “No Test on Undergraduate Research), international study, service learning Option” have a minimum high school GPA of 3.00 and and participation in an array of social justice initiatives. evidence of academic success throughout high school

College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross is a large educational complex, complete with chapel, libraries, a modern science center, classrooms, residence halls, football stadium, baseball stadium, soccer stadium, lacrosse stadium, hockey rink, and campus activity center, spread over 174 sloping acres. It is a community of 2,900 students, roughly half of them men and half women. Few classes have more than 40 students in them, and most average 18–20 students. The atmosphere this community of scholars creates is frequently described as welcoming and friendly, where students receive encouragement and support from classmates and professors. Total Enrollment: Approximately 3,000 Each Holy Cross student’s curriculum consists of common requirements Total # of Applications in 2019: 7,054 (which can be fulfilled by selecting from a wide range of courses), a major, Percent Admitted: 38% and freely elected courses. In designing their course of study, many students opt to combine majors and/or add a minor or a concentration. Average Accepted G.P.A: 3.8 Average SAT Score: 1280-1420 Over 90% of students are housed on campus All first-year students live on Average class Size: 19 students campus and participate in a Montserrat living/learning program. Each of the 11 coed residence halls features comfortable, fully networked spaces for living, learning, and socializing. Most Competitive Major: As a liberal arts college, all students are begin The College of the Holy Cross is home to 27 varsity sports, 12 intramural teams and 22 club sports. In addition, 22% of the junior class studies their college experience “undecided” and are abroad through the study abroad program. not enrolled in specific majors. Roger Williams UNIVERSITY With more than 45 programs of undergraduate study, a 14:1 student to faculty ratio and an average class size of just 19 students, the academic programs are at the heart of the Roger Williams University experience. The courses offered in both the liberal arts and professional fields of study will prepare you in the classroom for your career aspirations after graduation. Total Enrollment: Approximately 4,000 students

98% of graduates in the Class of 2019 are either Average G.P.A: 3.4 employed or in graduate school. In addition, 73% of Average Test Scores: Roger Williams is test optional for graduates participated in and completed two or more all programs of student. However, it is recommended to experiential, hands-on learning experiences during submit scores higher than 1170. their study. For Architecture and Engineering majors, there is an Roger Williams offers 87 different clubs and added focus on the portfolio and math & science, organizations as well as 24 varsity sports. respectively. Sacred Heart University Sacred Heart University (SHU) is a private Roman Catholic university in Fairfield, Connecticut. It is the second-largest Catholic university in New England, behind Boston College, and offers more than 80 degree programs.

The university consists of five colleges: College of Arts & Sciences, Total Enrollment: 8,500 which includes the School of Communication & Media Arts and the Total Applicants for 2018: 10,614 School of Computing;Jack Welch College of Business; College of Percent Accepted: 62% Health Professions; College of Nursing and the Isabelle Farrington College of Education. In addition, undergraduate students study at Average G.P.A: 3.5 Sacred Heart's international campuses in Dingle, Ireland and Test Scores: Luxembourg,including freshmen participating in pre-fall and Sacred Heart is a testing optional school. Applicants, with a few Freshman Fall Abroad programs. exceptions, are not required to submit any standardized test scores; however, students who wish to submit SAT or ACT for Sacred Heart students have accumulated over 100,000 hours of consideration are welcome to do so. service performed annually in Connecticut, nationally and around the world and has 100+ partnerships with non-profit organizations, Students’ academic performance, extracurricular social service agencies, and schools in the Greater Bridgeport area. achievements/involvement and recommendation are evaluated In addition to service, Sacred Heart students can participate in over along with any other supplemental items provided by applicants. 100 social, academic, leadership, service, media, multicultural and An interview with a member of our admissions team is also performing arts highly recommended for all students, and required for Early Decision students. Stonehill College Stonehill College offers over 100 majors, minors and concentrations with a student faculty ratio of 12:1. The top 10% of declared majors for incoming freshman are Psychology, Biology, Criminology, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Management, Health Science, Elementary Education and Communications . In addition, 90 percent of Stonehill graduates in 2019 were employed, in top graduate programs or in post graduated service.

At Stonehill, 89 percent of students live on campus Total Enrollment: 2,527 students in a variety of residential settings. As a result, students quickly form a close community in an Total Applications: 6,609 applicants environment where, with the help and guidance of Total Applicants Accepted: 4,598 Residence Life staff, individual needs and desires Percent Accepted: 69.8% are balanced with the common good. Stonehill College is an active campus with NCAA Division II Average SAT Score: teams and intramural sports. By participating in Stonehill is a testing optional college. However, everything from campus concerts and Boston excursions to our DiverCity talent show and Mr. the average SAT score of those submitted is Stonehill competition, students find plenty of ways 1200 to unwind. *Data based on 2018 incoming freshman SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY Syracuse University is a private research university located in Syracuse, New York. The University was incorporated on March 24, 1870 and grew rapidly, establishing programs in architecture and fine arts that were among the nation’s earliest. By 1934, the University’s academic divisions had grown to comprise 13 schools and colleges which persist to the present day.

Syracuse University’s main campus sits on top of a hill Total Enrollment: 22,850 overlooking the city of Syracuse, in central New York Undergraduate Students: 15,275 state. Additional centers are located in New York City, Average G.P.A: 3.6 Washington D.C., and Los Angeles, and study abroad Average SAT score: 1280 programs are available in 60 countries throughout the world, enabling students to gain a global perspective as Most Competitive Majors: they pursue their studies. Architecture, Communications, Musical Theater, and Sport Analytics. Average GPA varies but typically in Syracuse University is home to over 300 student the 3.8-4.0 range. organizations and 20 varsity teams. Test scores for these programs are in 1300's. Some of these majors require a portfolio or audition component. UMASS Amherst UMass Amherst is the flagship public university in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Founded in 1863, they are the largest public research university in New England, distinguished by the excellence and breadth of their academic, research, and community outreach programs.

UMASS Amherst has a variety of programs that provide unique opportunities to UMASS students. For example, UMASS Amherst participates in domestic exchange, which allows students the opportunity to spend a semester or a year at Total Enrollment: 22,726 another college/university within the United States. In Total # of Applicants: 42, 085 addition, UMass Amherst is part of the Five Colleges Percent Admitted: 64% Consortium, which allows its students to attend classes, Average G.P.A: 3.9 borrow books, work with professors, etc., at four other Pioneer Average Test Score: SAT 1290, ACT 28 Valley institutions: Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges. Average GPA and Test Scores for Specific Majors: Nursing (4.2, 1400), Information and Computer UMASS Amherst provides housing for all undergraduate Sciences (4.1, 1350), Engineering (4.1, 1360), students. There are five residential areas to choose from, each Business (4.0,1350) dependent on personal preference. UMASS Amherst is home to over 200 student organizations and 19 varsity sports. University of Connecticut With 14 schools and colleges and more than 100 undergraduate majors, students have many different options at UCONN. Students can also create their own majors should they want to pursue their own unique course of study.

UConn has among the highest percentage of students living on campus of any public university in the nation. Total Enrollment: 32, 300 students UConn housing offerings include residence halls, Entering Freshmen at Main Campus Data for Fall 2019 : suites, and apartments, each with their own amenities. 55% were in top 10% of their high school class and 87.6% were in Enjoy cable TV, high-speed internet, volleyball courts, top 25% of their high school class makerspaces, game rooms, study lounges. In addition, 20 Living/Learning Communities and several Special Average G.P.A: 3.5 Interest Housing options provide the opportunity to Average SAT Score: Low to Mid 1300’s live with friends who share your interests, lifestyle, or Most fine arts majors require the submission of a portfolio and/or commitment to a major. audition materials. Students interested in Nursing and/or Engineering must have full year coursework in Chemistry and UCONN offers over 700 student clubs and Physics either completed or in progress to be considered for organizations along with 22 varsity sports. admission. Nursing, Business and the School of Engineering are considered to be some of the most competitive majors.