Daemen College is a private, nonsectarian, co-educational, comprehensive college located in Amherst, NY. Our suburban location offers convenient access to metropolitan Buffalo. Daemen is committed to an academic atmosphere that leads to open inquiry and debate. With over 50 majors, Daemen offers students a creative balance between programs providing career preparation and education in the liberal arts. Programs in the major and the competency-based core curriculum encourage students to expand their horizons beyond the classroom through internships, service learning, clinical and field experiences, collaborative research with faculty, and study abroad. Daemen is distinguished by a low student/faculty ratio and consistently small class sizes, which encourage students to interact with professors and grow as individuals. Daemen has approximately 1,700 undergraduate and 800 graduate students.
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Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Heidi L. Popek
Campus Visit Coordinator
Campus Visit Coordinator
Address
Daemen College
4380 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226-3592
4380 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226-3592
Phone
800-462-7652
Email
admissions@daemen.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Research and Information Commons
Modern Apartment-Style Residence Halls
Wick Student Center
Academic Computing Facilities
Athletic Facilities
Modern Apartment-Style Residence Halls
Wick Student Center
Academic Computing Facilities
Athletic Facilities
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Buffalo: waterfront, theatre, and sports arenas
Lakes Erie and Ontario, Ski Areas
Gallaria Mall
Niagara Falls
Ontario, Canada and Metropolitan Toronto
Lakes Erie and Ontario, Ski Areas
Gallaria Mall
Niagara Falls
Ontario, Canada and Metropolitan Toronto
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: 10am and 1pm
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: 10am and 1pm
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Open House events in fall and spring semesters
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@daemen.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
By Invitation Only
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Buffalo Niagara International Airport; Amtrak, Depew Station; NFTA metropolitan buses;
Driving Instructions to Campus
From points east and south, follow NYS Thruway 90 to Buffalo, take Exit 50, Rt. 290 toward Niagara Falls (also called Youngmann Highway). Take second exit (Exit 7A), Main Street WEST. Follow Main St. WEST for about a mile and a half to the Daemen campus on the right. From Canada, Hamilton or Toronto areas, take QEW Niagara through St. Catherines. Take the Queenston-Lewiston Bridge Exit (Route 405), cross the Queenston-Lewiston Bridge into the US. Take the 190 SOUTH and cross over Grand Island (2 bridges). Take 290 EAST to the Main St. WEST exit (Exit 7A). Follow Main St. WEST about a mile and a half to the Daemen campus on the right. From Fort Erie: Cross the Peace Bridge and take 190 NORTH. Take the 290 EAST (last exit before Grand Island Bridge) to the Main St. WEST exit (Exit 7A). Follow Main St WEST for about a mile and a half to the Daemen campus on the right.
Local Accommodations
List available in Admissions Office. Includes Marriott, Residence Inn, Hampton Inn.
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From The School
The average student score on the SAT is 1145 and the average GPA is 91. Daemen has a rolling admissions policy.
The admissions staff helps guide students through the process from start to finish. Prospective students can apply for free online at daemen.edu/apply or commonapp.org.
Visit us on the web at daemen.edu or take a virtual tour at daemen.edu/virtualtour.
The best way to get to know Daemen is in person. On your visit, we'll take you on a campus tour, arrange for you to meet professors and current students, and plan a one-on-one meeting with an admissions counselor. To schedule your appointment, contact the Office of Admissions at 800-462-7652 or 716-839-8225. You may make an individual visit Mon-Sat, attend our Fall and Spring Open Houses, or join us for many of our other special admissions events. We hope to see you on campus soon! For more information, email us at admissions@daemen.edu.
Overview
Applicants: 3,249
Acceptance Rate: 54%
Average HS GPA: 3.63
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
450 - 570
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 590
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 27
Testing Policies
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Application Essay
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
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Academic Programs
Daemen College offers BA, BFA, BS, MS, MPH, MSW and DPT programs.
Majors offered at Daemen include: Accounting BS/MS, Animation, Art (Drawing, Graphic Design, Illustration, Painting, Sculpture, Visual Arts Education K-12), Athletic Training BS/MS, Biology Adolescence Education Biology 7-12, Biology/Cytotechnology BS/MS, Biochemistry, Business Administration (Human Resource Management, International Business, Marketing, Sport Management), Business Administration/International Business BS/MS, Education (Adolescence Special Education 7-12, Childhood Education 1-6, Childhood Education/Special Education1-6, Early Childhood Education/Special Education B-2), English, (Adolescence Education English 7-12, Professional Writing and Rhetoric), French, (Adolescence Education French 7-12), Health Promotion (Community Health, Complementary and Alternative Health Care Practices, Health and Fitness), Health Promotion/Public Health BS/MS, History, History and Political Science (Adolescence Education History and Political Science 7-12), Mathematics, (Adolescence Education Mathematics 7-12), Natural Sciences (Environmental Studies, Forensic Science, Health Science), Nursing (1+2+1 Partner Curriculum Program, RN-BS), Paralegal, Physical Therapy BS,NS/DPT, Physician Assistant BS/MS, Political Science, Psychology, Religious Studies, Social Work, Spanish (Adolescence Education Spanish 7-12), Sustainability-Global and Local, Pre-Professional Programs (Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Pharmacy and Pre-Veterinary).
Graduate programs include Athletic Training, Applied Behavior Analysis, Dietetic Internship, Education: Special Education Childhood Education 1-6), Executive Leadership and Innovation, International Business, Nursing, Physical Therapy DPT, Physician Assistant, Public Health MPH, and Social Work MSW.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Daemen College is committed to complementing the depth of study in a major field with a well-rounded academic understanding in the liberal arts. The College's core curriculum ensures that every student graduates with the following seven core competencies: critical thinking and creative problem solving; communication skills; information and literacy; civic responsibility; contextual competency; affective awareness; and moral and ethical discernment. This innovative core curriculum competes with those of Ivy League Institutions and prepares the student in a holistic manner which not only makes them more marketable upon graduation but instructs them on alternative ways of approaching education and learning.
Daemen provides students with small classes and a caring and committed faculty, allowing for a personalized educational experience. Academics at Daemen will challenge you to test your knowledge, raise your expectations, and think critically and creatively. Daemen's core competencies, honors program, academic exchanges, global programs, and undergraduate research are just a few examples of what makes the College challenging and distinctive.
Daemen students are well-prepared for professional success. The vast majority obtain a professional position or admission to graduate study in less than a year after graduation. They are leaders in their communities, with a strong dedication to the improvement of the communities in which they live.
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
16:1
Total Faculty
275
with Terminal Degree
129
150
Women
125
Men
16
Minority
3
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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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biomedical Sciences, General.
Environmental Biology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication, General.
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COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Biology Teacher Education.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
French Language Teacher Education.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Health and Wellness, General.
Palliative Care Nursing.
Physical Therapy/Therapist.
Physician Assistant.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Computational and Applied Mathematics.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Natural Sciences.
Sustainability Studies.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
Environmental Studies.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Religion/Religious Studies, Other.
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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.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management, General.
Digital Arts.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Drawing.
Fine and Studio Arts Management.
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other.
Graphic Design.
Painting.
Sculpture.
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
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
MaryEllen Elia '70
New York State Commissioner of Education and President of the University of the State of New York (USNY). In this role, she oversees the work of more than 700 school districts with 3.2 million students; 7,000 libraries; 900 museums; and 52 professions encompassing more than 850,000 licensees. She is the first female to hold this position.
M. Christine Jacobs '72
Ms. Jacobs retired from Theragenics Corporation, a manufacturer of prostate cancer treatment devices and surgical products, in 2013, having served as its Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. She held the position of Chairman from 2007 to 2013, and previously from 1998 to 2005. She was Co-Chairman of the Board from 1997 to 1998 and was elected President in 1992 and Chief Executive Officer in 1993. Ms.Jacobs has been a director of the Company since January 1999. She is a member of the Compensation Committee and the Governance Committee. Ms. Jacobs was the first female chairman/CEO to lead a transfer from Nasdaq to the NYSE and ring the bell on the company's first day of trading.
Mary Ann Esposito '64
An American chef, cookbook writer, and the television host of Ciao Italia with Mary Ann Esposito, which started in 1989 and is the longest-running television cooking program in America. Esposito has published over a dozen cookbooks. On June 2, 2013, a knighthood was bestowed upon her by the President of the Italian Republic under the title Cavaliere dell'Ordine della Stella d'Italia (Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy). She was one of 160 people worldwide to receive this honor in 2013, and the only American.
Thomas P. Stewart, PhD '74
Dr. Stewart is the President and CEO of Stewart Consulting. He has held various executive positions in the Medical Device Industry over the past 30 years while still maintaining an active academic career. Most recently he was the Vice President for Clinical Affairs for the Stryker Corporation's Medical Division and the President and Chief Clinical Officer of Gaymar Industries. He is currently serving as the chair of the Daemen College Trustees.
Susan Falsone '96
Head of Athletic Training and Sport Performance with United States men's national soccer team. She was the first female Physical Therapist in MLB. Head Athletic Trainer for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Claire E. Starkey '81
President of Fintrac Inc. since 1990. Starkey has decades of experience improving economic opportunities for farm families in developingcountries, working in conjunction with US and other donor agencies, local and international agribusiness partners, producer organizations, and public sector agencies.
Annie Stoll '08
Art director at Sony Music Entertainment. She received a 2019 Grammy Award for Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package for her work on ?Squeeze Box: The Complete Works of Weird Al Yankovic.? She was previously nominated for a Grammy in the Best Recording Package category in 2014 for her design work on ?Automatic Music Can Be Fun.?
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
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
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Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
Tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year is $27,450, with additional fees of $540. Room and board are approximately $12,346. (Cost varies according to meal plan and residence facility.)
Financial Aid
Daemen strives to create individualized financial aid packages for you and your family that will meet your needs and enable you to get the most out of your college education. Daemen offers merit-based scholarships and need-based financial assistance. Approximately 96% of current students receive some form of financial assistance. Daemen participates in all federal and state programs.
Learning to navigate the financial aid system can be a daunting task. That's why Daemen has trained professionals on hand to assist you every step of the way. The Admissions staff and Financial Aid counselors will assist you and your family with the process and will ensure you understand the necessary paperwork and deadlines required in order for you to receive the best financial aid package available.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Feb 15
Required Forms
FAFSA
State Aid
State Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$17,080
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$16,528
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,837
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$17,080
Financial aid provided to international students
No
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$21,800
Required Fees
$510
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$800
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
$700
On-Campus Room and Board
$10,840
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
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
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)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
Student activities provide for the development of the whole person outside of the classroom. The Director of Student Activities on campus helps students participate in recognized organizations, form new ones, and plan events. With over 60 student organizations the possibilities for involvement at Daemen are limitless. Whether your interests are in art or skiing, there is bound to be something that grabs your interest and introduces you to students who share similar passions. Daemen believes that now is the time to discover exactly who you are; cultivating your hidden talents, taking new risks and challenging yourself to grow are all part of the Daemen experience. Daemen encourages all students to become actively engaged in the campus community.
Athletics
Daemen Athletics is an NCAA Division II member of the East Coast Conference. Wildcat Athletics sponsors 17 teams, including men's and women's basketball, volleyball, soccer, tennis, cross country, track and field, men's golf, women's bowling, and women's triathlon. Students have the opportunity to participate in recreation and intramural programs, and competitive club sports.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
1,993
Foreign Countries Represented
21
Demographics
2.44%
Asian
11.36%
Black
7.22%
Hispanic
73.89%
Caucasian
2.12%
Unknown
1.27%
International
71% female
29% male
5% are out of state
81% are full time
19% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
Daemen's beautiful 46-acre campus is located in Amherst, New York, a peaceful suburb of Buffalo. Daemen's campus is close to many major rail, plane, and motor routes. While the campus setting is tranquil and residential, Buffalo is a vibrant cultural city, bustling with world-class entertainment, such as the Philharmonic Orchestra, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, and Shea's Theater. The greater Buffalo area is rich with sports and recreational activities all year round, whether it be skiing and swimming, or watching our professional sports teams. Niagara Falls is only 30 minutes away and Toronto is just two hours by car. On campus, the numerous trees and open green spaces create a lovely environment to work and study.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Modern apartment-style residence halls provide separate housing for male and female students, in addition to our existing five-story residence hall. All residence halls have kitchens, laundry facilities, lounges, and free Wi-Fi. Full-service meals are served in the main dining hall, with an a la carte selection in The Den. The recreation room and The Den are popular spots for socializing and relaxing during the day or evening.
The Research and Information Commons is a technological showcase that has become the hub of academic research, as well as the academic and social heart of the campus.
The Haberman Gacioch Center for Visual & Performing Arts is a dramatic space which features The Peter and Elizabeth C. Tower Gallery, studios for animation, illustration, figure drawing and painting, graphic design production area, computer labs, faculty offices and the Sr. Jeanne File Art History Resource Center. The building was designed with green technology and uses geothermal heating to contain energy costs.
Patricia E. Curtis Hall houses Physician Assistant, Psychology, and Social Work offices.
The Academic and Wellness Center, a multi-use building, is located across from Daemen's Main Street campus, providing 25,000 square feet of educational classrooms and lab areas primarily for the physical therapy, athletic training, and health promotion programs, as well as student lounges, office space, and indoor recreational and fitness space for the Daemen community.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Daemen empowers students to engage in co-curricular activities in the real world to connect their education outside of the classroom.
The Career Services team offers a variety of services to assist students across all academic disciplines, as well as a lifetime resource to alumni in all phases of their career decision-making and job search. Career Services helps students find an internship so that they can gain real-world experience in their area of interest. Students often express how prepared they feel to have had the chance to experience what careers in their fields are really like. As an added bonus, internship employers sometimes offer Daemen interns full-time positions after graduation. The opportunities are local, national, or international, including opportunities with the Washington Internship Institute. Each year Career Services brings employers to campus for career and internship fairs.
Global Programs coordinates distinctive study abroad opportunities designed to facilitate students' professional aspirations. International study is a staple of the Daemen experience. In today's global economy, it makes sense to learn all you can about different cultures, political systems, and histories. An international experience is beneficial whether it's a week, semester, or even a year. Students have studied in Australia, China, Costa Rica, England, France, Greece, Italy, Mexico, and many other countries.
Daemen believes in "learning through service." Each academic year, nearly 400 Daemen students contribute over 14,000 volunteer hours to make a difference in the lives of youth, families, and communities. In the process, students serve, learn, and gain the leadership, cross-cultural, and communication skills necessary to become civic-minded individuals prepared to participate in a democratic society. Students can choose from a variety of service-learning courses and site placements in settings that include Boys & Girls Clubs, community centers, soup kitchens, housing rehabilitation and refugee resettlement agencies, shelters for the homeless, nursing homes, and many other health and human service agencies.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
35%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
61%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
96/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Dorms Coed
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Other
Other
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
72
Number of Honor Societies
7
Number of Social Sororities
3
Number of Religious Organizations
1
3% join a fraternity
4% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
Men's Sports (Wildcats)
7 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Women's Sports (Wildcats)
7 Sports
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Bowling
Cross Country
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Canisius College
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
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: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Partnership with Dell to provide discounted laptops for students
