Where can you get a great education with small classes, wonderful internships, community service projects and international trips, plus an amazing campus life program to round out your college experience? Welcome to Molloy College.
Molloy, an independent Catholic college based in Rockville Centre, was founded in 1955 by the Sisters of Saint Dominic in Amityville, NY. The College serves a student population of more than 4,900 undergraduate and graduate students. Molloy students can earn degrees in a variety of outstanding academic programs, including nursing, business, education, computer studies, social work, music therapy and many more.
Accolades and Recognition
Prospective students are always looking for an academic environment that offers the best fit for the student and the best value for their tuition dollar. Molloy was ranked a Top 3 Value institution the last two years by Money magazine, the only college in the nation to claim that distinction. Molloy's top ranking was based on a variety of factors, including graduation rates and earnings of graduates.
Molloy continues to earn recognition in many areas. College Factual recently named Molloy the #1 college for health professions, as well as naming Molloy's undergraduate nursing program the best in the nation. Molloy's Business students have the highest pass rate on Long Island for the CPA exam, and the College's Music Therapy program earned a #16 in the nation ranking from thebestschools.org. Additionally, the College's residence halls were voted Best in New York by Niche.com, and these rankings also referenced Molloy's freshmen retention rate, which is among the highest in the country (85%). Also of note, Molloy graduates' starting salaries have ranked among the highest in the U.S. in surveys conducted by Georgetown University and PayScale.
About
From the School
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Kimberly Webb
Associate Director of Admissions
Associate Director of Admissions
Address
Office of Admissions
1000 Hempstead Avenue
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
1000 Hempstead Avenue
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Phone
516-323-4000
Email
admissions@molloy.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Hagan Center for Nursing
Public Square
Office of Student Affairs
Anselma Room
Library
Public Square
Office of Student Affairs
Anselma Room
Library
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Roosevelt Field Mall
Downtown Rockville Centre
New York City
Jones Beach
Downtown Rockville Centre
New York City
Jones Beach
Campus Tours
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 by semester
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Athletic Department
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Nearby airports are Kennedy, LaGuardia and MacArthur. LIRR located approximately 2 miles from campus. Shuttle offered from campus to LIRR. The N16 line of the Nassau Inter-County Express bus stops at the campus entrance.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From Manhattan and Queens: Take Grand Central Parkway or Long Island Expressway east to Cross Island Parkway. Taken Cross Island south to Southern State Parkway. Take Southern State east to Exit 20 (Grand Avenue). Turn right onto Grand Avenue. Make a right on Georgia Street. Georgia Street becomes Beech Street, which ends opposite Molloy College (approximately one-half mile from Grand Avenue to Molloy).
From New England, Westchester, upstate New York, or the Bronx: Take either the Whitesotone or Throgs Neck Bridge to the Cross Island Parkway. Take Cross Island south to Southern State Parkway. Take Southen State east to Exit 20. Turn right onto Grand Avenue. Make a right on Georgia Street. Georgia Street becomes Beech Street, which ends opposite Molloy College (approximately one-half mile from Grand Avenue to Molloy).
From Brooklyn: Take the Belt Parkway, which becomes the Southern State Parkway east to Exit 20. Turn right onto Grand Avenue. Make a right on Georgia Street. Georgia Street becomes Beech Street, which ends opposite Molloy College (approximately one-half mile from Grand Avenue to Molloy).
Local Accommodations
Please contact the school for a listing of accommodations.
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Admissions
Overall
From The School
While Molloy is a selective college, admissions counselors respect each individual applicant and consider the whole student-not just test scores-when making admissions decision. Prospective freshmen must submit their high school credentials, SAT or ACT scores, the Molloy application, and a $40 nonrefundable application fee. While not required, a personal interview is strongly suggested. Entrance requirements include graduation from high school or equivalent with 20.5 units, including the following: 4 units of English, 3 units of a foreign language, 3 units of mathematics, 4 units of social studies, and 3 units of science. Those who plan to major in mathematics must have 4 units of high school mathematics and 2 units of science, including either chemistry or physics. Biology majors must have biology, chemistry, physics, and 4 units of mathematics. Nursing majors must have biology and chemistry. Cardio-respiratory science majors must have biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Nuclear medicine majors must have high school algebra and biology. Applicants lacking above requirements are reviewed on an individual basis.
A select group of freshmen are invited to participate in the Molloy College Honors Program. This program offers challenging coursework and encourages reflection and personal growth. Honors students are provided with several special incentives for participating in the program.
The St. Thomas Aquinas program may be an option for students not normally eligible for admission.
Early admission is available. Molloy admits students on a rolling basis and students are advised of the admission decision within a few weeks of completion of the application filing process.
Prospective students should submit the following to the admissions office to be considered for enrollment: a completed application for admission (the Common Application is accepted), a nonrefundable $40 application fee, an official high school transcript or TASC score report, official SAT or ACT score, and official college transcripts (transfer students only).
Overview
Applicants: 4,427
Acceptance Rate: 81%
Average HS GPA: 3.00
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
530 - 620
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
530 - 610
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
22 - 26
Testing Policies
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT
Deadlines
Early Action — December 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
Overall
From The School
Academic Programs
At Molloy, small class size, engaging and experienced faculty and renowned academic programs will help ensure your success, both in the classroom and in your professional life. Our vibrant student life program will help you make a smooth transition to our campus.
We also make it easy for you to take classes when it is convenient for YOU. We offer evening and weekend classes, many in online and hybrid formats, with accelerated schedules designed to accommodate your busy schedule.
A minimum of 128 credit hours is required for a baccalaureate degree; these courses include a strong liberal arts general education curriculum for every major field of study. Students may choose a double major, and many minors are available. Molloy has a 4-1-4 academic calendar.
Students may earn CLEP and CPE credit, and advanced placement credit is granted for a score of 3 or better on the AP exam. Qualified full-time students may participate in the Army ROTC program at Hofstra University or St. John's University on a cross enrolled basis. Molloy students may also elect Air Force ROTC on a cross enrolled basis with New York Institute of Technology.
The vast majority of students at Molloy enjoy an internship at some point in their academic careers. These real-world experiences are a crucial part of the learning process and ensure that students enter their chosen field ready to make strong contributions. Molloy's location in the New York metro region provides its students with numerous opportunities for all-important internships and clinical placements that can lead to a full-time job upon graduation.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Molloy offers the AA degree in liberal arts; the AAS degree in cardiovascular technology and respiratory care; and the BA or BS degree in accounting, art, biology, business management, communications, computer science, computer information systems, criminal justice, education, English, earth and environmental studies, finance, history, interdisciplinary studies, marketing, mathematics, modern languages, music, music therapy, new media, nuclear medicine technology, nursing, philosophy, political science, psychology, respiratory care, sociology, speech language pathology/audiology, and theology; the BSW degree in Social Work; and the BFA in art, music and theatre arts. Teacher certification programs are available in childhood, adolescence, special education, music education, or visual arts education.
On the graduate level, Molloy offers a Master of Science degree as well as post-master's certification in nursing and education. M.B.A. programs are available in business, accounting, healthcare, marketing and personal financial planning; a master's program in clinical mental health counseling was recently launched as well. A master's in social work is offered through Molloy's partnership with Fordham University. Molloy also offers graduate degrees in criminal justice, music therapy, and speech-language pathology. The College offers three doctoral programs, a Ph.D. in nursing and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.), as well as an Ed.D. in Education.
Students interested in pre-dental, pre-law, pre-medical, or pre-veterinary programs are offered special advisement.
Experienced admissions counselors will evaluate your credits and put you on the path towards completing your degree. Articulation agreements with community colleges and established transfer credit policies ensure ease of transferability.
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
10:1
Total Faculty
721
with Terminal Degree
257
492
Women
229
Men
175
Minority
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
53%
Graduate in 5 years
71%
Graduate in 6 years
76%
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Ecology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other.
Finance, General.
Financial Planning and Services.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication and Media Studies, Other.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Information Science/Studies.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Bilingual and Multilingual Education.
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs.
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs.
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities.
Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
Educational/Instructional Technology.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Music Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels.
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Hispanic and Latin American Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing.
Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist.
Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing.
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.
Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor.
Music Therapy/Therapist.
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist.
Nursing Administration.
Nursing Education.
Pediatric Nurse/Nursing.
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist.
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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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.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music, General.
Students Say
Although it is true that Molloy College, a private institution in Long Island, is “affordable” and “community oriented,” students are also strongly drawn to the school’s “great reputation in the field of nursing” as well as “amazing education program.” For business majors, the Business Honors Program features “faculty members [who] are former CEO’s and Wall Street Executives.” Students point out that “Molloy is an institution that is growing in size but has not lost any of its small school charm.” Contributing to that charm are Molloy’s “small student to teacher ratio,” “a relaxed and comfortable environment to learn,” and “personalized service centered around students.” Another of the school’s assets is the high caliber of its “extremely caring” and “truly knowledgeable and passionate” professors who are “very dedicated in helping the students reach their maximum potential.” One student raves, “My professors have real world experience and provide valuable networking capabilities.”
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Academic Rating
77/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
53%
Graduate in 5 years
71%
Graduate in 6 years
76%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
For 2017-18, tuition was $29,100 and required fees were $1,190. Students can expect to spend about $1,400 on books.
Financial Aid
Financial aid, which is based on academic achievement and financial need, is awarded to more than 85 percent of the student body. Aid is awarded in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and Federal Work-Study Program employment. Merit-based scholarships and grants are also available.
Students are required to complete the FAFSA application every year. Full and partial tuition scholarships are available through the following: Molloy Scholars, Presidential Dominican Scholarships, Presidential Business Scholarships, Dean Scholarships, Academic Achievement, Fine Arts Scholarships, Community Service Awards, and other funded scholarships. The Transfer Scholarship Program awards partial tuition scholarships to students transferring into Molloy College with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Nursing transfers are required to have a 3.3 GPA to be eligible for a transfer scholarship. Athletic grants (Division II only) are awarded to full-time students who show superior athletic ability in baseball, basketball, cross-country, equestrian, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, bowling, indoor and outdoor track, field hockey or volleyball.
Dates
Application Deadlines
May 1
Notification Date
Jan 20
Required Forms
FAFSA
State Aid
State Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$16,200
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$13,674
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,826
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
73%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$34,160
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$15,359
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$31,330
Required Fees
$1,270
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,470
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
$5,940
On-Campus Room and Board
$15,560
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 Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Other
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
TRIO grant; teach grant
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)
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
68/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
With more than 4,900 undergraduate and graduate students, Molloy has something for everyone. There are more than 50 academic programs, approximately 60 clubs and honor societies, various service opportunities and NCAA Division II athletics, providing abundant opportunities for each student to not only strive for academic excellence, but also explore new interests, pursue athletics and enrich our community.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
3,439
Foreign Countries Represented
12
Demographics
7.74%
Asian
9.45%
Black
17.40%
Hispanic
61.31%
Caucasian
1.53%
Unknown
73% female
27% male
4% are out of state
80% are full time
20% are part time
Students Say
Although the “majority of the people commute” at Molloy, this does not seem to detract from the sense of a “very tight knit community” and “friendly environment.” At Molloy “Working parents fit in well and we have a very culturally diverse campus.” Many students at the commuter school may also fit the description of “a hard-working Long Island kid, juggling school and work and a life.” While it seems that “majors mostly stick together,” students proclaim that “All the students here are extremely friendly” and that “Students are accepted here with whatever they bring to the table.” Even though “a lot of people tend to go to class, study or hang out on campus and then go home,” students note that “there are always opportunities to meet new people at events, clubs, or through mutual friends if you stick around after classes.”
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
Molloy is located on the South Shore of Long Island in Rockville Centre. Its proximity to New York City, just a short train ride away from the 30-acre campus, enables students to benefit from the cultural and social opportunities that Manhattan has to offer. Molloy's location in the New York metro region provides its students with numerous opportunities for internships and clinical placements, critical for students in landing their first job upon graduation.
Molloy College also offers off campus locations for study at the Suffolk Center in East Farmingdale and at area hospitals and schools, all designed to provide convenience for our graduate and continuing education students. Molloy recently opened a new facility at 50 Broadway in Manhattan's downtown Oculus District. The new building houses the Molloy/CAP21 theatre arts program, in addition to hosting a variety of lectures and other academic programs.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
What's New
The College continues to find new ways to help its students grow. In recent years Molloy has added a number of new facilities, including two residence halls, a student center and a performing arts theatre, all of which enhance the student experience. Additionally, Molloy recently opened the Barbara H. Hagan School of Nursing to support its nationally ranked nursing programs. A new residence hall is scheduled to open in Fall 2019. Molloy's most recent addition is in lower Manhattan in the Oculus District, where the College recently opened its new home for the Molloy/CAP21 theatre arts program.
Molloy is a wireless campus and our computer labs house more than 325 PCs. Also, many departments have their own computer labs with state-of-the-art equipment.
The James E. Tobin (JET) Library is the center of academic research on the Molloy College campus. Beyond the library's physical collection of books, media and periodicals, it also provides 24x7 access to over 250,000 ebooks as well as full text to over 170 million articles contained within its 80+ subscription databases. The facility itself contains reference computers, three classrooms, a media center and designated areas for both group and private study. The Information Commons, located in the Public Square, offers an additional 40 computers as well as four study rooms that can be reserved in advance. Reference services are available to both on campus and remote researchers in a variety of ways, including a chat service that is available all of the hours the library is open. Additionally, the Public Square provides numerous music studios, for both individual and group study.
The Wilbur Arts Center features art studios, a cable television studio, and the Lucille B. Hays Theatre. The school also has six science labs, a language lab, the education resource center, new state-of-the-art nursing labs, and a behavioral sciences research facility.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Molloy students are also instilled with the belief that they can make a difference beyond the classroom. As part of Molloy's tradition of service, students become involved in projects that help underserved populations in New York City, New Orleans, Puerto Rico and Haiti, to name but a few locations. Through the College's international education program, students seek enrichment and greater understanding of the world by participating in trips to Europe, Japan, South America and other locales around the globe.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
8%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
67/99
First-Year Students living on campus
21%
Campus Environment
Village
91/99
Housing Options
Dorms Coed
Students Say
As a largely commuter school, there’s a sense at Molloy that “there isn’t really any college life there.” Students point out that “Life in school is very basic if you are not involved in a team or club.” According to one student, “Since many people commute to and from campus, the party scene tends to be at the sports houses and clubs in the surrounding towns.” This social dynamic may change with the addition of “new dorms that house about 200 students.” Another game changer is the new “student center known as the public square.” “Right now, a simulation room is being installed in the Public Square so that students can play video games on their free time on campus.” Until that day arrives, there are “book sales, holiday galas, special dinners, clubs of all kinds, sports, art events, presentations at the new theater, and…a variety of community services” that can keep students entertained. Students also attend rugby or basketball games and take advantage of the “free shuttle that goes to the mall and back on weekends if you live on campus.”
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Cari Rose-Tomo
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
2
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
2
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
64
Number of Honor Societies
21
Number of Social Sororities
Number of Religious Organizations
3
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
8% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Lions)
7 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Lady Lions)
12 Sports
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Rugby
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Bowling
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Rugby
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Womens Center
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Hofstra University
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Merchant Marine Academy
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Hofstra University
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Merchant Marine Academy
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
No
