2015 Catholic College and University Guide

SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT MARCH 26, 2015

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Investment in the Future

“Catholic schooling is an investment that pays back in the second round.”

Catholic schools equip students with the strong academic foundation for future learning and moral structure.

According to studies conducted by the Uni-versity of Notre Dame’s Alliance for Catholic Education, students educated in our nation’s Catholic schools are more tolerant of diverse views, more likely to vote and be civically engaged, and more likely to remain active Catholics as adults.

Tuition fees for these faith-based schools, though perhaps initially viewed as a sacrifice, are rather investments towards the fu-ture education of the children and young adults they nurture. Eighty-one percent of students who gradu-ate from Catholic schools attend college, compared to 44 percent of students in public schools, and by educating 2.2 million children, Catholic schools save the nation $20 billion annually.

In the Diocese of Trenton, noted diocesan superintendant of Catholic schools JoAnn Tier, the 1,368 Catholic high school students in the class of 2014 earned a total of

$145 million in scholarships to colleges and universities. Just as critical to their future academic success, students were the benefi-ciaries of invaluable advice from their schools’ guidance departments about funding for the next step in their academic lives.

Last year’s graduating seniors in Red

THOROUGH PREPARATION •

Guidance counselors at Catholic high

schools of the Diocese offer

invaluable assistance in

finding scholarship and grant monies

for graduating seniors., Last year, the 1,368 Catholic

high school students earned

a total of $145 million in financial

aid, according to diocesan

superintendant of Catholic schools JoAnn Tier. Stock

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Scholarships abound for Catholic high school students

By Christina LeslieStaff Writer

Bank Catholic High School, Red Bank, received $24 million in scholarships and grants, reported school registrar Debora Hemschoot, and the class of 2015 is on track to equal or better that figure. The acceptance letters that adorn the walls of hallways of the Red Bank high school have a few facts in common.

“The awards seem to be up a bit,” Hem-schoot noted, “and Catholic universities tend to give greater amounts, a little bit extra be-cause the student comes from a Catholic high school.” Higher awards packages have been issued from St. Peter’s University, Jersey City; Seton Hall University, South Orange; LaSalle University, Philadelphia; St. John’s Univer-sity, New York, and the Catholic University of American, Washington, she said.

Director of Guidance Mark DeVoe echoed his colleague’s findings. “Over the past year and a half to two years, more schools have rec-ognized that more money is needed,” DeVoe said. “The trend is to try to offer more. More schools are freezing their tuition, and they recognize the costs are getting out of hand.”

Not only do Catholic colleges and uni-versities offer about $2,000 to Catholic high school graduates, he continued, but “with the changes in federal aid, more private schools try to offer more aid to offset the costs of attending.”

The high school offers financial aid workshops open to both students and their parents, and six “instant decision days” on campus where students can find out how much the next four years of their education will cost. DeVoe, who cited that 93 percent of Red Bank Catholic’s graduates go on to four-year schools, offered sage advice about preparing financially as well as academically.

“There’s help out there,” he said. “Colleges see the quality of Catholic school students. Catholic schools are a great investment in

quality education. The value is there for future years.”

Bill Venore, direc-

tor of guidance in Donovan Catholic High School, Toms River, has tracked an upward trend in both the percentage of students re-ceiving scholarship monies and the amounts colleges and universities are offering. He reported that, in 2011, 57 percent of the school’s seniors were awarded scholarships totaling $17.3 million. Last year, 64 percent earned awards in the amount of $22.3 mil-lion.

Donovan Catholic’s website details each graduating senior and the amount he or she had been awarded by their accepting schools. This upward tick in the number and amount of awards offered, as well as the discussions Venore witnesses as stu-dent choices are winnowed to a chosen few universities, led him to make a number of conclusions about the stressful process of both deciding upon and affording where the student desires to spend the next four years.

“It’s not a ‘let’s make a deal’ scenario, not a used car salesman situation,” Venore warned. “You can’t only look at the sticker price [of a university], but if top students try to get in, that college will make an offer,” Venore noted.

The Toms River school invites a finan-cial aid specialist for workshops with the parents, for “money is definitely a factor. You can’t make the decision until you get all the financial information figured out,” he continued, noting schools where the student is assured of acceptance and those which have the greatest match academically will be most forthcoming with aid.

“Safety schools and target schools are where the money will be. Private schools give more money than state schools,” Ve-nore noted. “Some Catholic schools will tend

to give money to Catholic high school grads.

Catholic schooling is an investment that

pays back in the second round.”

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A 21st Century Education Based on Timeless Values

By Catholic News Service

What the president of The Catholic Univer-sity of America called a “three-continent endeavor” has resulted in an agreement

by the university in Washington and the Australian Catholic University to share a campus in Rome.

Called the Rome Center, it is located about a mile from the Vatican.

John Garvey, of Catholic University, and Greg Craven, vice chancellor of the Australian university, signed a memorandum of understanding at a cer-emony Jan. 29 in Washington.

With similar missions “to bring to life Catholic higher education in our respective countries, ... we can learn from one another, and what better place to do it than at the epicenter of Western civilization in Rome?” said Garvey before signing the document Jan. 29 at Curley Hall.

About 30 deans and administrators from the two universities had gathered for the ceremony.

“In a partner, naturally what we look for is a university who believes that the concept of a Catho-lic university is a compound noun, that not only is there no contradiction between the two words but each are perpetually mutually reinforcing,” said Craven.

Australian Catholic University, which this year is marking the 25th anniversary of its founding, is larger than Catholic University in Washington. It has seven campuses throughout Australia.

But the Australian institution consciously pat-terned its name and initials – ACU – after those of its

People gather Jan. 29 at Curley Hall on the campus of The Catholic University of America ahead of a signing ceremony for a new Rome Center established by Catholic University in Washington and Australian Catholic University. CNS photo/Tyler Orsburn

‘Three-continent endeavor’ results in universities’ joint Rome Center

Washington counterpart, popularly known as CUA, according to Craven.

“In terms of the character of the (Rome) center ... this is two universities embedding themselves as

universities in the heart of the church, and I think that’s never been done before,” he added.

The joint operation of the Rome Center is the second such venture between the two universities. Since 2009 the Catholic University’s School of Nurs-ing has had a reciprocal student exchange with the Australian Catholic University School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine.

Craven said the Rome Center “has created enor-mous excitement in Australia,” and for Australian Cardinal George Pell, prefect of the Vatican Secre-tariat for the Economy, as well.

When the cardinal heard the news, “he was so excited, he immediately jumped in his car and drove to the center to inspect the property,” Craven added.

Cardinal Pell recently stepped down as chairman of the Australian university’s board of trustees; he was appointed to his Vatican post last year by Pope Francis.

When it opens in September, the universi-ties’ Rome Center will offer newly renovated living quarters for undergraduates, a wing for graduate students, apartments for visiting faculty, a studio for architecture majors, a chapel, and a garden, among other amenities.

The Catholic University of America has signed a six-year lease, with an option to renew for another six years. Australian Catholic University will jointly participate in the lease.

Under the partnership, Catholic University’s current Rome Center, which celebrated its 10th an-niversary this year and annually hosts 150 to 200 students, will move to the new site.


The 1970s Mighty Macs of Immaculata Uni-versity will soon be on display as part of a new mural being unveiled on March 31, called

“Philadelphia, City of Champions.” The Mighty Macs’ image used in the mural is

representative of the 1972, 1973, and 1974 teams who won the first three consecutive Association of Intercollegiate Athletics for Women (AIAW)

national championships.The Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame has been

working with Spike’s Trophies and the Philadelphia Mural Arts program on the mural that depicts the many championship and award-winning Philadelphia athletes and teams. Members of the Mighty Macs will be in attendance for the 11:30 a. m. ribbon-cut-ting ceremony at Spike’s Trophies.

The mural, located on the façade of Spike’s Trophies (2701 Grant Avenue in Northeast Philadel-phia), is 225 feet by 20 feet and is visible to traffic. Philadelphia artist David McShane produced the design and created the mural on parachute cloth.

Legends such as Connie Mack, Tom Gola, Bobby Clarke, Julius Irving and Mike Schmidt are also depicted in the mural.

Immaculata University to host adult education open house

Mighty Macs included in Philly’s ‘City of Champions’ mural

The College of LifeLong Learning at Immaculata University will hold an open house event for

adult undergraduates Thursday, April 16, 5 – 7:30 p.m. on campus in the Great Hall of Lourdes Hall.

Prospective students will be given the opportunity to consult with faculty as well as admissions and financial aid representatives. Light refreshments will be provided. Attendees may bring transcripts for a free evaluation of transferable credits toward an Immac-ulata degree.

The College of LifeLong Learn-ing (CLL) offers adult learners flexible, career-oriented degree programs in a variety of convenient formats, includ-ing accelerated and online. Students may transfer credits and earn credit for prior learning, allowing them to fin-ish their degrees in two years or less. Programs include business manage-ment, health care management, health information management, human re-source management, finance, market-ing management, nursing, emergency planning and management, as well as secondary education certification and more. Summer sessions are available as well.

Located in Immaculata, Pa., on

the Main Line between Malvern and Exton, the IU campus sits just 20 miles west of Philadelphia. The university is a Catholic, comprehensive, coeduca-tional institution of higher education, founded by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary as Villa Maria College in 1920. The present IU site in Chester County was purchased by the sisters in 1906, and ground was broken on Villa Maria Hall in 1908. The building officially opened in 1914, and in 1920, the institution was granted a college charter, making it the first Catholic college for women in the Philadelphia area. In 1929, the name was formally changed to Immaculata College. The continuing education of-fice was opened in 1974.

Known as the birthplace of modern college women’s basketball, Immaculata is home to the Mighty Macs, who won the first three national women’s college basketball champion-ships in 1972, 1973, and 1974, inspir-ing the 2011 feature film “The Mighty Macs.”

For more information, contact the admissions office at 484-323-3524 or email [email protected]. Registra-tion is available online at www.immacu-lata.edu/cll/open-house-april-2015.

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WALL OF FAME • Philadelphia’s new “City of Champions” mural, designed by artist David McShane on parachute cloth, features championship and award-winning athletes and teams which brought fame to the City of Brotherly Love. At right is an inset depicting the “Mighty Macs,” the women’s basketball teams of Immaculata which won the first three consecutive AIAW national championships. The mural, located on Grant Avenue in the city’s northeast section, will be unveiled March 31. Photos courtesy of Immaculata University

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Alvernia University Reading, PA

Website: www.alvernia.eduAddress: 400 Saint Bernardine

St., Reading, PA 19607-1799Enrollment: 2,205Campus setting: CityContact: 610-796-8269

Cabrini CollegeRadnor, PA

Founded: 1957Affiliation: Missionary Sisters

of the Sacred Heart of JesusWebsite: www.cabrini.eduAddress: 610 King of Prussia Rd.

Radnor, PA 19087-3698 Enrollment: 1,366 undergrad-

uate, 1,625 graduateCampus size: 112 acresAdmissions: 610-902-8753

Cabrini College is a coeducational, Catholic college located in Radnor, Pennsylvania, 30 minutes from Center City Philadelphia. Founded in 1957 by the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (MSC), the College is committed to social justice locally and globally, offering students service op-portunities in Africa, South and Central America and West Virginia. Cabrini offers more than 30 undergraduate ma-jors and programs of study in the liberal arts, sciences and professional studies.

Students learn in small classes taught by faculty members who are known for scholarly excellence in their fields. There are nearly 50 student clubs and organizations in academic fields, sports, community service, publications and media, student government, the arts, and other areas. Cabrini has a strong reputation in Division III athletics, with 16 sports for men and women. For more information or to schedule a visit: www.cabrini.edu or call 800-848-1003.

Caldwell CollegeCaldwell, NJ

Founded: 1939Affiliation: Sisters of St. Domi-

nic of CaldwellWebsite: www.caldwell.eduAddress: 120 Bloomfield Ave.

Caldwell, NJ 07006Enrollment: 2,200Campus size: 70 acresAdmissions: 973-618-3500

Caldwell College is a Catholic, co-ed, four year liberal arts institution with a core curriculum that enhances critical thinking and analytical reasoning. Offering 29 undergraduate and 24 graduate programs including distance learning, Caldwell prepares students for today’s global world. Students enjoy a beautiful 70-acre campus located in the suburbs of Caldwell, New Jersey. The college was founded by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell. Core values of

respect, integrity, community and excel-lence influence academic and campus life. Caldwell has the first and only Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a science based approach to learning that is highly effective in treating children with autism. The college recently opened a state of the art Center for Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis.

Canisius CollegeBuffalo, NY

Founded: 1870Affiliation: JesuitWebsite: www.canisius.eduAddress: 2001 Main Street

Buffalo, NY 14208Enrollment: 3,369 undergrad-

uate, 1,742 graduateCampus size: 72 acresAdmissions: 716-888-2200;

800-843-1517Conducted in the Catholic and Jesuit

tradition, Canisius College is the largest private university in Western New York. It is one of 28 Jesuit colleges in the na-tion and consistently ranked among the top regional colleges in the Northeast, as well as a best value private institu-tion. Canisius College provides students a highly personalized education solidly based in the liberal arts. Class sizes are small. The student-faculty ratio of 11:1 allows students to work closely with their professors, often publishing or presenting scholarly articles based on

joint research. The college’s three schools (College of Arts & Sciences, Richard J. Wehle School of Business and School of Education & Human Services) offer more than 1,000 courses and 125 distinct majors, minors and special programs, combined. New academic programs include animal behavior, ecology and conservation; creative writing; journal-ism; international business; and sports management. Courses are offered in state-of-the-art campus facilities and in out-of-class settings through exciting field study. Science Hall, a new, interdis-ciplinary science center, opened in the heart of campus in 2012.

Carlow UniversityPittsburgh, PA

Website: www.carlow.eduAddress: 3333 Fifth Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15213Enrollment: 1,615Campus setting: CityContact: 800-333-2275

Chestnut Hill CollegePhiladelphia, PA

Founded: 1924Affiliation: Sisters of St. JosephWebsite: www.chc.eduAddress: 9601 Germantown Ave.

Philadelphia, PA 19118Enrollment: 1,500 under-

graduates

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Campus size: 75 acresAdmissions: 215-248-7001

Founded on the philosophy of the Sisters of Saint Joseph more than 85 years ago, Chestnut Hill College offers an educational experience that goes beyond the lecture hall, the reading list or the library. A Chestnut Hill education is founded on the fact that people deserve an individualized, holistic education. This holistic approach inspires a passion for learning, builds a collaborative learning community, and creates well-rounded individuals, prepared to excel in all aspects of their lives. Located in Philadelphia’s beautiful Chestnut Hill neighborhood, students can hike the trails, spend a night on the town, or just relax on campus. Students will study within the Liberal Arts tradition, while pursuing one of our 30 majors. Our campus activities range from theater and musical groups to honor societies to the many service based organizations serv-ing others in need. Visit our campus to discover for yourself: www.chc.edu\visit.

College of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY

Founded: 1847Affiliation: CatholicWebsite: www.mountsaintvin-

cent.eduAddress: 6301 Riverdale Ave.

The Catholic University of America combines the resources of a major researchUniversity with the comfortable feel of a liberal arts college while offering strong,values-based education. It is a community of scholars, both faculty and students,set apart to discover, preserve, and impart truth in all forms, with particularreference to the needs and opportunities of the nation.

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Riverdale, NY 10471Enrollment: 1,500Campus size: 70 acresAdmissions: 718-405-3223

Founded in 1847, the College of Mount Saint Vincent is a co-education-al, independent institution rooted in the spirit and mission of the Sisters of Charity and committed to the liberal arts. The College’s undergraduate and master’s level degree programs pre-pare its uncommonly diverse students for lives of professional achievement and service.

College of Notre Dame of MarylandBaltimore, MD

Website: www.ndm.eduAddress: 4501 N. Charles St.

Baltimore, MD 21210-2476Enrollment: 1,338Campus setting: CityContact: 410-435-0100

College of Saint Elizabeth Morristown, NJ

Website: www.cse.eduAddress: 2 Convent Rd.

Morristown, NJ 07960-6989Enrollment: 1,256Campus setting: SuburbContact: 973-290-4000

DeSales UniversityCenter Valley, PA

Founded: 1964Affiliation: SalesianWebsite: www.desales.eduAddress: 2755 Station Ave.

Center Valley, PA 18034Enrollment: 1,500 undergrad-

uate, 1,000 graduateCampus size: 480 acresAdmissions: 610-282-1100 ext.

1277

Dominican CollegeOrangeburg, NY

Website: www.cd.eduAddress: 470 Western Hwy.

Orangeburg, NY 10962Enrollment: 1,197Campus setting: SuburbContact: 845-359-7800

Duquesne UniversityPittsburgh, PAFounded: 1878Affiliation: Spiritan (Holy Spirit

Fathers, formerly Holy Ghost Fathers)

Website: www.duq.eduAddress: 600 Forbes Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15282Enrollment: 10,363Campus size: 50 acresAdmissions: 412-396-5211

Duquesne University is a private, coeducational university located on a bluff above downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1878 as a Catholic college by the Order of the Holy Spirit, Duquesne is the largest and most comprehensive Catholic university in Pennsylvania, and the only Spiritan institution of higher education in the

world. Duquesne is consistently ranked among America’s top Catholic universi-ties for its award-winning faculty and a tradition of academic excellence. A coeducational university on a self-contained campus with dramatic views of Pittsburgh’s skyline and rivers, the university has students representing nearly every state in the union and 80 nations. Duquesne has a 14:1 student/faculty ratio, and 87 percent of incom-ing freshman are drawn from the top half of their high school class. Duquesne offers undergraduate and graduate de-gree programs in natural and environ-mental sciences, leadership, business, nursing, health sciences, pharmacy, law, education, music, and the liberal arts, which includes communication.

D’Youville CollegeBuffalo, NY

Founded: 1908Affiliation: CatholicWebsite: www.dyc.eduAddress: 320 Porter Ave.

Buffalo, NY 14201Enrollment: 3,100Campus size: 7 acresAdmissions: 716-829-7600

D’Youville, a private institution char-tered in 1908 in Buffalo, NY, provides a quality education in undergraduate, master’s level, post-baccalaureate and doctoral programs and enrolls ap-proximately 3,100 students including a significant number of Canadians. It also offers advanced certificate programs in health-related professions. Long a leader in teacher education and health care education, D’Youville today features accelerated five-year dual degree programs in international business, nursing, physician assistant, occupa-tional therapy and dietetics. There is also a RN to BSN degree program in nursing and a five-year program in education. A new pharmacy program in 2010 added to D’Youville’s stature as an international leader in health care education. A strong liberal arts core is a requirement for all majors, ensuring a well rounded education. D’Youville’s scholarships for qualified students make a D’Youville education very affordable. The college has just been designated as a “military-friendly” institute, ranking in the top 15 percent of all colleges and universities nationwide. Known for its small, caring environment that provides an opportunity for personal success, D’Youville honors its Catholic heritage and the spirit of St. Marguerite d’Youville by providing academic, social, spiritual and professional development in programs that emphasize leader-ship and service. It teaches students to contribute to the world community by leading compassionate, productive and responsible lives.

Felician CollegeLodi, NJ

Founded: 1942Affiliation: Felician Sisters/

FranciscanWebsite: www.felician.eduAddress: One Felician Way,

Rutherford, NJ 07070Enrollment: 2,000Campus size: 40 acres across

two locationsAdmissions: 201-355-1465

At Felician College you will sense a commitment to you that is deeply rooted in our Catholic/Franciscan spirit, which embodies our love of learning, commitment to service and respect for all creation. Diversity is central to student learning. You will find a comfortable and inclusive setting where you will become prepared for an increas-ingly complex and diverse society. Life at Felician College is anchored in the classroom, with outstanding professors, interesting courses and challenging, hands-on learning experiences. Our curriculum programs make regular use of the possibilities presented by our close proximity to New York City – the Rutherford campus is only eight miles west of Midtown. Accelerated evening classes provide adults with the oppor-tunity to complete a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree while balancing family time and work schedules. Felician offers flexible programs held on campus, online or at our off-campus locations at community colleges or hospitals.

Fordham UniversityBronx, NY

Founded: 1841Affiliation: JesuitWebsite: www.fordham.eduAddress: 441 East Fordham Rd.

Bronx, NY 10458Enrollment: 14,700Campus size: 93 acres across

two locationsAdmissions: 718-817-4000

Located in the world capital of culture and commerce – New York, N.Y. – Ford-ham offers a distinctive educational ex-perience rooted in the nearly 500-year-old Jesuit tradition of intellectual rigor and personal attention. Students choose from more than 55 majors in the liberal arts, sciences and business and complete a rich core curriculum that spans literature, history, science, theol-ogy, philosophy, and the arts. Fordham’s tradition of academic excellence and the great city of New York as its partner attract students from around the globe. The University is comprised of four undergraduate colleges and six graduate and professional schools. Along with its two residential campuses – Rose Hill, 85 acres in the Bronx; and Lincoln Center, eight acres in the heart of Manhattan – Fordham has a campus in Westchester N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre at Heythrop College in the United Kingdom.

Gannon UniversityErie, PA

Founded: 1925Affiliation: Roman CatholicWebsite: www.gannon.eduAddress: 109 University

Square, Erie, PA 16541Enrollment: 4,219


Gannon University, located in downtown Erie, Pennsylvania, is a private university with dynamic faculty and staff who educate more than 4,200 motivated students in an environment focused on Catholic values. Gannon has been consistently ranked among the top 50 colleges and universities in the northern section of the United States in U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges.” Gannon is also nation-ally recognized for its commitment to service. Students are empowered to become leaders in their professions, churches and communities through challenging academics, a wide range of campus organizations, 18 NCAA Division II varsity athletics teams and personal attention for each student. Believe…in the possibilities at Gannon University.

Georgian Court UniversityLakewood, NJ

Founded: 1908Affiliation: Sisters of MercyWebsite: www.georgian.eduAddress: 900 Lakewood Ave.

Lakewood, NJ 08701Enrollment: 2,555Campus size: 156 acresAdmissions: 732-987-2700

Georgian Court University was founded in 1908 by the Sisters of Mercy and has served the Diocese of Trenton since then. After a long history as a women’s college with coeducational graduate programs and undergradu-ate evening programs, Georgian Court became fully coeducational in 2013. All degree and certificate programs during the day and evening are now open to both women and men. Located on a beautiful 156-acre campus and situated between New York City and Philadelphia – and minutes from the Jersey Shore – GCU offers more than 25 undergraduate majors and 10 graduate programs. Small classes and an intimate campus make students feel they have come to a place where they can pursue and conquer the challenges facing the workplace and the world of today. Most courses also have a service learning experience in which students can embrace the university’s core values of justice, respect, integrity, service, and compassion. In addition, Georgian Court offers 14 NCAA Division II men’s and women’s athletic teams and more than 60 clubs and honor societies for a fully engaging student experience.

Gwynedd-Mercy College Gwynedd Valley, PA

Founded: 1948Affiliation: Catholic, Sisters of

MercyWebsite: www.gmc.edu

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Address: 1325 Sumneytown Pike Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437

Enrollment: 3,000Campus size: 160 acresAdmissions: 800-342-5462

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1948, Gwynedd-Mercy College is a coeducational institution offering more than 40 associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. The college prepares students to become top pro-fessionals in the fields of allied health professions, arts and sciences, business, education and nursing. The College grants financial aid to more than 90 percent of our students. Campus life includes four residence halls, several eateries, 19 Division III varsity sports and more than 30 clubs and activities. Gwynedd-Mercy College is located in a beautiful suburb of Philadelphia and close enough to enjoy the fun and culture of the city.

Hilbert CollegeHamburg, NY

Website: www.hilbert.eduAddress: 5200 S. Park Ave.,

Hamburg, NY 14075-1597Enrollment: 994Campus setting: SuburbContact: 716-649-7900

Holy Family UniversityPhiladelphia, PA

Founded: 1954Affiliation: Sisters of the Holy

Family of NazarethWebsite: www.holyfamily.eduAddress: 9801 Frankford Ave.,

Philadelphia, PA 19114Enrollment: 3,345Campus size: 138 acres over

four locationsAdmissions: 215-637-3050

Holy Family University, a compre-hensive private university serving the Delaware Valley, has three conve-nient locations offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business administration, education, nursing and the liberal arts and sciences. The university also has accelerated degree programs for working adults. The Northeast Philadelphia Campus offers traditional undergraduate programs and several graduate programs. The Woodhaven Center in Bensalem is home to the university’s accelerated programs. The Newtown Center in Newtown Township has graduate programs, accelerated program courses, an undergraduate program in education and corporate training programs.

Immaculata UniversityImmaculata, PA

Founded: 1920Affiliation: Sisters, Servants of

the Immaculate Heart of MaryWebsite: www.immaculata.

eduAddress: 1145 King Rd., PO

Box 642, Immaculata, PA 19345




Enrollment: 1,000 full-time undergraduate students


Immaculata University is a Catholic, comprehensive, coeducational institu-tion of higher education sponsored by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Its programs, rooted in academic rigor, ethical integrity and Christian core values, encourage a commitment to lifelong learning and professional excellence. With belief in the dignity and potential of all men and women, Immaculata integrates stu-dents into a community of service and empowers them to assume meaningful roles in a diverse and changing world. Students can choose from 60 majors including biology, business, education, fashion merchandising, music therapy, nursing and pre-physical therapy. There are also over 50 clubs and organizations, study-abroad options and 16 NCAA Division III Athletic teams. Contributing to the development of the whole person of any faith, Immaculata affirms liberal education as an integra-tive process in the formation of a truly educated person who is value-oriented and committed to truth, service, justice and peace.

Iona CollegeNew Rochelle, NY

Founded: 1940Affiliation: Congregation of

Christian Brothers

Website: www.iona.eduAddress: 715 North Ave.,

New Rochelle, NY 10801Enrollment: 3,250Campus size: 35 acresAdmissions: 800-231-4662

Iona College is a diverse community of learners and scholars dedicated to academic excellence in the tradition of the Christian Brothers and American Catholic Higher Education. Iona is a medium-sized, coed Catholic college situated on 35 acres in suburban New Rochelle, NY just 20 minutes from New York City. There are 3,250 under-graduate students who study in over 40 majors and the student-teacher ratio is 13:1. In recent years the College has been transformed with the addition of a student union, enhanced athletics fa-cilities and an expanded and renovated main library. There are five residence halls, a robust study abroad program and exceptional internship opportuni-ties. Campus Ministries provide oppor-tunities for service programs and there are more than 75 clubs and student

activities for co- and extra- curricular activities. Iona’s 21 NCAA Division I athletic teams (the Gaels) compete in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC). The College is currently listed in US News and World Report’s “Top Tier” in “America’s Best Colleges 2011,” The Princeton Review’s Best North-eastern Colleges 2011 and “Best 300 Business Schools 2011,” among others.

King’s CollegeWilkes-Barre, PAFounded: 1946Affiliation: Congregation of

Holy CrossWebsite: www.kings.eduAddress: 133 North River St.,

Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711Enrollment: 2,700Admissions: 1-888-kingsPA

(888-546-4772)

King’s College is a liberal arts Catholic college that offers growth and personal development in a supportive environ-ment. Founded in 1946 by the Holy Cross Congregation from the University of Notre Dame, the campus is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. King’s con-sistently ranks high in the top college national review issues of several major publications. We offer 35 majors in Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Sciences and Allied Health programs, seven pre-professional programs and 10 special concentra-tions. With 50 clubs and activities and 19 NCAA Division III athletic programs for men and women, there is plenty to

do outside the classroom. Small classes and labs allow for meaningful interac-tion with professors. This personal attention translates into better gradu-ation rates than at institutions with larger classroom environments. King’s will help you develop the skills, build the confidence and give you the experi-ence you need to lead a successful life.

La Roche CollegePittsburgh, PA

Founded: 1963 Affiliation: Sisters of Divine

ProvidenceWebsite: www.laroche.eduAddress: 9000 Babcock Blvd.

Pittsburgh, PA 15237Enrollment: 1,356Campus size: 43 acresAdmissions: 412-536-1272

La Roche College is a small, liberal arts college just north of Pittsburgh, PA, whose mission is to “foster global citizenship and create a community of scholars from the region, the nation and around the world.” With an undergrad-uate population of around 1,100, La Roche offers a personalized education for each student, from small class sizes to a low 12:1 student to faculty ratio. La Roche offers over 50 different majors from a diverse range of disciplines including business, education, health care and design. The Center for Student Development provides support for the many clubs and activities at La Roche, including professional associations, cultural groups and intramural sports.

The College is also home to twelve varsity Division III athletic teams and is represented by the Redhawk mascot. At La Roche College, you will discover a world-class education that will prepare you to go out and serve the world.

La Salle UniversityPhiladelphia, PAFounded: 1863Affiliation: de La Salle Chris-

tian BrothersWebsite: www.lasalle.eduAddress: 1900 West Olney Ave.

Philadelphia, PA 19141Enrollment: 4,991 under-

graduatesCampus size: 133 acresAdmissions: 215-951-1500

La Salle University is a dynamic educational community shaped by traditional Catholic and Lasallian values: a deep respect for each individual, a belief that intellectual and spiritual develop-ment goes hand in hand, a passion for creative teaching and learning, and a conviction that education should be useful for personal growth, professional advancement, and service to others. La Salle University draws inspiration from St. John the Baptist de La Salle, the patron saint of teachers.

Le Moyne CollegeSyracuse, NY Founded: 1946Affiliation: JesuitWebsite: www.lemoyne.edu

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Listing continued from C7Address: 1419 Salt Springs Rd.

Syracuse, NY 13214 Enrollment: 2,300Campus size: 160 acresAdmissions: 315-445-4300

Founded in 1946 by the Society of Jesus, Le Moyne College is a private, co-educational institution offering undergraduate degrees in more than 30 disciplines and graduate degrees in business administration, education, nursing and physician assistant studies, as well as certificate programs. Dedicated to providing students with individual attention, it has a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1. Le Moyne has received accolades for its academic excellence and value, with Washington Monthly magazine naming it the nation’s fifth best master’s-level university (out of 551 ranked). Le Moyne also earned national recognition through annual rankings complied by U.S. News and World Report and was named to the top 100 list for the best value in higher education by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. The College is in the midst of the largest building phase since its founding – recently completed projects include a new turf athletic field and a plaza housing the bookstore and eateries, with a 48,000-square-foot addition to our science building.

Loyola University MarylandBaltimore, MD

Website: www.loyola.eduAddress: 4501 N. Charles St.

Baltimore, MD 21210-2699Enrollment: 3,716Campus setting: CityContact: 800-221-9107

Manhattan CollegeBronx, NY

Website: www.manhattan.eduAddress: Manhattan College

Pkwy., Bronx, NY 10471-4098Enrollment: 3,025Campus setting: CityContact: 718-862-8000

Founded in 1853, Manhattan College offers an exceptional college education enriched by Lasallian Catholic values and access to New York City. Our celebrated faculty and 3,400 students are committed to the lifelong pursuit of academic excel-lence, career achievement, and reflection on values, ethics and principles. Students enjoy the benefits of a small college with close faculty interaction. With more than 40 majors and 20 graduate programs across five distinct schools, Manhattan College has big academic opportunities. Students take what they learn in the classroom and apply it to the real world through internships, service-learning projects and study abroad. In Riverdale, NY, students enjoy the best of both worlds - a traditional college campus that’s just a short subway ride from the endless opportunities available in the country’s biggest and brightest city. Professors often use NYC as a classroom with field trips to Wall Street, museums and other world-famous locations.

Manor College Jenkintown, PA

Website: www.manor.eduAddress: 700 Fox Chase Rd.

Jenkintown, PA 19046Enrollment: 429Campus setting: Suburb Contact: 215-885-2360

Marist College Poughkeepsie, NY

Website: www.marist.eduAddress: 3399 North Ave.

Poughkeepsie, NY 12601Enrollment: 4,200Contact: 845-575-3000

Marywood UniversityScranton, PA

Founded: 1915Affiliation: Sisters, Servants

of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Website: www.marywood.eduAddress: 2300 Adams Ave.

Scranton, PA 18509Enrollment: 3,400Campus size: 115 acresAdmissions: 570-348-6234

Marywood University is a comprehen-sive, coeducational, Catholic university of 3,400 full-time, part-time and adult students, with over 90 undergraduate graduate and doctoral degree programs. Established in 1915 by the Sisters, Ser-vants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the university houses 1,000 resident students on a national, award-winning campus considered one of the most beautiful in the northeast. Consistently ranked in the top tier of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges, Marywood University offered the region’s first doctoral degree programs in 1996 and is a leading provider of graduate educa-tion with 34 master’s degree programs and 33 certificate offerings. In recent years, the university made $100 million in improvements to campus, including new athletics, residence hall, and dining facilities, and one of the finest studio arts facilities in the northeast.

Mercyhurst CollegeErie, PA

Website: www.mercyhurst.eduAddress: 501 E 38th Street

Erie, PA 16546Enrollment: 3,950Campus setting: CityContact: 814-824-2000

Misericordia University Dallas, PA

Website: www.misericordia.edu

Address: 301 Lake St. Dallas, PA 18612-1098

Enrollment: 2,183Campus setting: SuburbContact: 570-674-6400

Mount AloysiusCresson, PA

Founded: 1853Affiliation: Religious Sisters of

MercyWebsite: www.mtaloy.eduAddress: 7373 Admiral Peary

Hwy., Cresson, PA 16630Enrollment: 2,500Campus size: 193 acres

Admissions: 814-886-6383, 800-823-2220Established in 1853, Mount Aloysius is

a comprehensive, liberal arts and science-based institution with a commitment to career-directed study. Rooted in Catholic tradition, Mount Aloysius is one of the nation’s 16 Mercy sponsored colleges. MAC has almost 175 faculty members, allowing a 14:1 student/faculty ratio. MAC offers more than 50 academic programs on the undergraduate and graduate levels in health sciences and nursing, humani-ties, education, social sciences, natural and applied sciences, business administration and pre-professional study. Students may choose from more than 20 concentrations and minors. MAC also offers over 100 activities, clubs, intramurals and more.

Mount Saint Mary CollegeNewburgh, NY

Founded: 1959Affiliation: Dominican SistersWebsite: www.msmc.eduAddress: 330 Powell Ave.,

Newburgh, NY 12550Enrollment: 2,700Campus size: 70 acresAdmissions: 888-937-6762

Mount St. Mary’s UniversityEmmitsburg, MD

Founded: 1808Affiliation: CatholicWebsite: www.msmary.eduAddress: Admissions Office

Emmitsburg, MD 21727Enrollment: 1,600Campus size: SmallAdmissions: 800-448-4347

Mount St. Mary’s University is a Catholic university committed to educa-tion in the service of truth. We seek to cultivate a community of learners formed by faith, engaged in discovery, and empowered for leadership in the Church, the professions, and the world. There are about 1,600 undergraduates. Around 70 percent of our students are Catholic and 99 percent of freshmen receive financial aid. All classes are taught by our expert faculty – no TAs or GAs. Over 40 majors and minors are offered, along with a nationally-recognized core curriculum. The Mount is home to 19 Division I sports teams, as well as intramural and club sports. Housing is guaranteed all four years, and all students can have a car on campus all four years. Of graduates, 96 percent are employed or in graduate school within one year after graduation. For a campus visit, contact the Admis-sions Office at 800-448-4347 or visit www.msmary.edu/visit.

Neumann UniversityAston, PA

Founded: 1965Affiliation: Sisters of St. Francis

of PhiladelphiaWebsite: www.neumann.eduAddress: One Neumann Drive

Aston, PA 19014Enrollment: 3,073Campus size: 68 acresAdmissions:800-9NEUMANN

(800-963-8626)

Founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Neumann is a private, Catholic, co-educational University in the Franciscan tradition, which emphasizes respect for individuals, concern for the environment, and social responsibility. The university offers undergraduate degrees in a broad variety of subjects, seven graduate programs, and an accelerated bachelor’s degree program for adults. Neumann now fields 19 NCAA athletic teams, is home to nine arts groups, and has four residence halls that accommodate about 800 students. The student-faculty ratio of 14:1 allows professors to provide the personal attention for which Neumann is famous. This expansion of programs and services, coupled with the university’s commitment to first-rate academic instruction and real-world career preparation, has caused Neu-mann’s popularity to boom in recent years. The University now boasts more than 3,000 students and has more than 9,500 living alumni.

Niagara UniversityNiagara University, NY

Founded: 1856Affiliation: Roman Catholic/

VincentianWebsite: www.niagara.eduAddress: Niagara University,

NY 14109Enrollment: 3,000+Admissions: 800-462-2111

Steeped in over 150 years of Catholic and Vincentian tradition, Niagara Uni-versity focuses on preparing students to be caring, thoughtful citizens of the world. French priest Vincent de Paul had a special dedication to the poor and helpless. Because of Niagara’s Vincentian heritage, we seek to instill in our students a deep concern for the rights and dignity of the human per-son. This tradition emphasizes ethics, lifelong learning, and service to others. We prepare our graduates for lives and careers that are both successful and fulfilling.

Niagara University has over 80 un-dergraduate programs and 60+ minors including hospitality and tourism man-agement, theatre studies, accounting, business management, biology, chem-istry, education, pre-law, pre-med and criminal justice. In addition, Niagara offers more than 100 student clubs and organizations. Whether it’s the EAGLE leadership society or the lacrosse club that catches your interest, you’ll find a variety of social, cultural, athletic and educational groups to choose from.

Our students learn and grow in a culturally diverse campus encourag-ing knowledge, spirituality, creativity, compassion and integrity.

Rosemont CollegeBryn Mawr, PA

Founded: 1921Affiliation: Society of the Holy

Child JesusWebsite: www.rosemont.eduAddress: 1400 Montgomery

Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA 19010Enrollment: 1,000Campus size: 56 acresAdmissions: 610-527-0200 Ext.

2214Founded in 1921 by the Society of the

Holy Child Jesus, Rosemont College is a private, coeducational Catholic institution rooted in the liberal arts. The college’s 56-acre campus is located 11 miles west of Philadelphia on the historic Main Line, with easy access to the city via regional rail. Classes for graduate and professional students are also offered at Rosemont’s center city Philadelphia location. Rosemont offers 22 traditional under-graduate majors, as well as accelerated undergraduate, graduate and certification programs. The strengths of each student are nurtured through close mentoring, excellent academic support, and student life services. The current strategic plan, approved in 2008, emphasizes coeduca-tion, partnerships, and online education. Rosemont has approximately 8,000 living alumni, many of whom hold high-ranking positions in business, education, law, medicine and the arts.

Saint Francis UniversityLoretto, PA

Founded: 1847Affiliation: FranciscanWebsite: www.francis.eduAddress: P.O. Box 600, 117

Evergreen Dr., Loretto, PA 15940


As a compassionate Catholic faith-based community, we model the work of our patron, St. Francis of Assisi. We strongly believe that one can be successful in his or her chosen career by following Franciscan values. Our curriculum places particular empha-sis on developing individuals who will lead or serve with character and values in their chosen profession. The Templeton Foundation refers to Saint Francis as one of the nation’s Top 100 Character Building Colleges. U.S News and World Report named Saint Francis “Great School, Great Price.” Students can choose from more than 60 majors (un-dergraduate and graduate) in the areas



of business, education, humanities, health sciences, and sciences; all with a Franciscan emphasis. Ninety-nine percent of graduates start graduate school or a job within six months of graduation.

Saint Joseph’s UniversityPhiladelphia, PA

Founded: 1851Affiliation: Society of Jesus

(Jesuit)Website: www.sju.eduAddress: 5600 City Avenue,

Philadelphia, PA 19131Enrollment: 4,600 undergrad-

uate, 2,600 graduateCampus size: 103 acresContact: Admissions 1-888-

232-4295Saint Joseph’s University is a

nationally recognized, Catholic, Jesuit university. For more than 150 years, Saint Joseph’s has advanced the professional and personal ambitions of men and women by providing a rigorous Jesuit education – one that demands high achievement, expands knowledge, deepens understand-ing, stresses effective reasoning and communication, develops moral and spiritual character, and imparts enduring pride. One of only 141 schools with a Phi Beta Kappa chapter and business school accreditation by

only 22 students and a stellar faculty comprising Jesuits and lay members from a broad span of expertise, Saint Peter’s University upholds the Jesuit tradition of cura personalis, or “care for the whole person.” Students at Saint Peter’s University receive the personal attention, encouragement, and dedica-tion of our faculty and staff that they need to graduate on time and go out into the world a “man or woman for others.”

Saint Vincent CollegeLatrobe, PA

Website: www.stvincent.eduAddress: 300 Fraser Purchase

Rd., Latrobe, PA 15650Enrollment: 1,800Campus setting: Small cityContact: 800-782-5549

Seton Hall UniversitySouth Orange, NJ

Website: www.shu.eduAddress: 400 S. Orange Ave.,

South Orange, NJ 07079-2697

Enrollment: 5,280Campus setting: SuburbContact: 973-761-9000

Seton Hill UniversityGreensburg, PA

Website: www.setonhill.eduAddress: Seton Hill Dr.,

Greensburg, PA 15601Enrollment: 1,600Campus setting: SuburbContact: 724-834-2200

Siena CollegeLoudonville, NYFounded: 1938Affiliation: Catholic/FranciscanWebsite: www.siena.eduAddress: 515 Loudon Rd.,

Loudonville, NY 12211Enrollment: 3,000Campus size: 174 acresAdmissions: 1-888-AT-SIENA

St. Bonaventure University St. Bonaventure, NY

Founded: 1858

Affiliation: Catholic FranciscanWebsite: www.sbu.eduAddress: 3261 West State Rd.,

St. Bonaventure, NY 14778Enrollment: 1,900 Undergrad-

uates, 450 graduate studentsCampus size: 500 acresAdmissions: 716-375-2455

St. Bonaventure University strives to foster the development of knowl-edgeable, skilled, compassionate and ethical individuals by mentoring students within vitally engaging learning environments, ever mindful of such Franciscan values as individual dignity, community inclusiveness, and service to others. Every student participates in community service, and many make it their primary co-curricular activity. They travel across


AACSB International – The Associa-tion to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, Saint Joseph’s is the home of 4,600 full-time undergraduates and 2,600 graduate, part-time, and doctoral students.

Saint Peter’s UniversityJersey City, NJ

Founded: 1872Affiliation: JesuitWebsite: www.spc.eduAddress: 2641 Kennedy Boule-

vard, Jersey City, NJ 07306Enrollment: 2,000 under-

graduate, 1,100 graduate and part-time

Campus size: 30 acres over two campuses

Admissions: 201-761-7100

Saint Peter’s University, inspired by its Jesuit, Catholic identity, commit-ment to individual attention and grounding in the liberal arts, educates a diverse community of learners in undergraduate, graduate and profes-sional programs to excel intellectually, lead ethically, serve compassionately and promote justice in our ever-changing urban and global environ-ment. The University has an enrollment of approximately 3,000 full-time and part-time students hailing from across the country and the globe. With a student-faculty ratio of 12 to 1, undergraduate class sizes averaging

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Listing continued from C9the nation and understandings. Division I athletics in the Atlantic 10 shine a na-tional spotlight on the university. As a student at one of the smallest Division I schools in the country, you get the benefits of big-time sports along with those of a small, student-centered uni-versity. St. Bonaventure is a close-knit family of 25,000 alumni, passionate and loyal beyond description. If you’ve met one, you know what we mean.

St. John Fisher CollegeRochester, NY

Founded: 1948Affiliation: Founded by Basilian

FathersWebsite: www.sjfc.eduAddress: 3690 East Ave., Roch-

ester, NY 14618Enrollment: 2,700 under-

graduates, 1,000 graduate students


St. John Fisher College is an independent, liberal arts institution in the Catholic tradition of American higher education. Guided since its inception in 1948 by the educational philosophy of the Congregation of St. Basil, the College emphasizes liberal learning for students in traditional academic disciplines, as well as for those in more directly career-oriented fields. The College welcomes qualified students, faculty, and staff regardless of religious or cultural background. The campus is situated on 154 park-like acres–a beautiful setting for 24 modern buildings and a warm, friendly campus community of 2,700 full-time undergraduates, 200 part-time undergraduates, and 1,100 graduate students. The College now offers 31 academic majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, and nursing, as well as 10 pre-professional programs. Fisher also offers 11 master’s programs and three doctoral programs.

St. John’s UniversityStaten Island, NY

Founded: 1870 (1971 for Staten Island Campus)

Affiliation: Vincentian Com-

munityWebsite: www.stjohns.edu/

statenislandAddress: 300 Howard Ave.,

Staten Island, NY 10301Enrollment: 2,000+Campus size: 16.5 acresAdmissions: 718-390-4501

Overlooking scenic New York Bay, our suburban Staten Island campus combines a friendly, small-college envi-ronment with the resources of a major Catholic university. The 16.5-acre cam-pus features rolling lawns, independent, apartment-style student residences and architectural styles that range from red-brick colonial to the strikingly modern. The campus is located in the residential Grymes Hill section of Staten Island. St. John’s University offers qual-ity degree programs including finance, accounting, criminal justice, psychol-ogy, speech pathology and audiology and childhood and special education. In addition, exclusively at our Staten Island Campus, St. John’s offers the new three-year accelerated undergraduate degree program where students can graduate a year early while families save an estimated $29,000 in tuition. All stu-dents are offered and encouraged to “go global” by studying abroad at our Rome campus and Paris location. Learn more by contacting our Office of Admission: 718-390-4500 or visit us online at www.stjohns.edu/statenisland

St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY

Founded: 1952Affiliation: Dominican Sisters

of SparkillWebsite: www.stac.eduAddress: 125 Route 340,

Sparkill, NY 10976


St. Thomas Aquinas College (STAC) was founded in 1952 as a three-year teacher-training college with 30 stu-dents. Today, the college offers over 100 different majors, minors, specializations, and dual degree programs and has a total student body of 2,700 in all pro-grams, on and off campus. Much growth and development has taken place over the college’s history. The college offers a master of science in education, with concentrations in literacy education, special education, and educational lead-ership as well as postgraduate certificate programs in literacy and special educa-tion and an online teacher leadership certificate program. The college also of-fers a master of business administration (M.B.A.) program with concentrations in finance, management, and marketing; and an online M.B.A. in general studies. St. Thomas offers a master of science in teaching program for individuals without a background in teacher education who are seeking a career change. Certification is offered in childhood education, grades 1 – 6; childhood education and special education, grades 1 – 6, and adolescence education, grades 7 – 12. The College is home to New York University’s master in social work program. The College offers special discounts for graduate coursework for teachers employed in an archdiocese school.

The Catholic University of AmericaWashington, DC

Founded: 1887Affiliation: Sponsored by U.S.

BishopsWebsite: www.cua.eduAddress: 620 Michigan Ave.

NE, Washington, DC 20064Enrollment: 3,633 under-

graduates, 3,261 graduate students

Campus size: 184 acresAdmissions: 202-319-5305,

800-673-2772The Catholic University of America

combines the resources of a major research university with the comfortable feel of a liberal arts college. It is unique as the national university of the Catholic

Church, with the added distinction that all undergraduates combine a base curriculum in the liberal arts with more in-depth courses from their major fields of study. The student body of Catholic University is almost evenly divided between undergraduate and graduate students, totaling approximately 6,900. Private and coeducational, CUA has 12 schools. The following eight schools award undergraduate degrees: archi-tecture and planning, arts and sciences, engineering, music, nursing, philosophy, professional studies, and social work. All 12 schools grant graduate degrees. CUA’s location in Northeast Washington, D.C., and a Metrorail Red Line stop contiguous to campus offer CUA students at-your-doorstep access to professional and social opportunities unique to the nation’s capital. Prospective students who are active in their local parish can qualify for a $3,000 Parish Scholarship and any CUA alumnus can nominate students for a $1,000 alumni grant.

The College of New Rochelle New Rochelle, NY

Founded: 1904Affiliation: UrsulineWebsite: www.cnr.eduAddress: 29 Castle Place, New

Rochelle, NY 10805Enrollment: 5,000Campus size: 13 acresAdmissions: 914-654-5452

The College of New Rochelle is the first Catholic college for women in New York State. The College of New Rochelle is comprised of four schools: school of arts and sciences, graduate school, school of new resources, and school of nursing. Today, 5,000 students reflect America’s rich racial and ethnic diversity. Reaching out to cross racial, ethnic, neighborhood, and class lines, the College remains a model for higher education in anticipating and preparing students for the increasingly complex mosaic which is twenty-first century America. The school of arts and sciences continues the tradition of enrolling only women, while the other three schools admit both women and men.

The College of Saint RoseAlbany, NY

Website: www.strose.eduAddress: 432 Western Ave.,

Albany, NY 12203Enrollment: 3,051Campus setting: CityContact: 800-637-8556

The University of ScrantonScranton, PA

Founded: 1888Affiliation: JesuitWebsite: www.scranton.eduAddress: 800 Linden St.,

Scranton, PA 18510Enrollment: 4,100 under-

graduatesCampus size: 58 acresAdmissions: 888-727-2686

At The University of Scranton, our Jesuit tradition reaches back more than 500 years to the teachings, life and insights of St. Ignatius Loyola. Founded in 1888, Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university with more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students in four colleges and schools. The University currently offers 61 majors, 45 minors, 28 undergraduate concentrations and tracks, 25 master’s degree programs and a doctor of physical therapy program. The University’s 58-acre hillside campus in northeastern Pennsylvania is just two hours from New York City and Philadelphia, with Boston and Washington, DC less than 5 hours away. Since 2003, we’ve invested more than $237 million in campus improvements, either completed or under way. Recent new buildings include a campus center and sophomore residence hall. The first phase of the new Loyola Science Center and a new residence hall/fitness center, Montrone & Pilarz Halls, were completed in fall 2011.

Villanova UniversityVillanova, PA

Website: www.villanova.eduAddress: 800 Lancaster Ave.,

Villanova, PA 19085-1699Enrollment: 7,181Campus setting: Suburb Contact: 610-519-4500

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March 14, 2013

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Prayerful Reflection: The Monitor’s retreat section offers ideas on where to attend retreats and how to become spiritually rejuvenated.

See pages

28-33.

End of An Era: St. Mary School,

Bordentown, to close its doors | P9

‘Love Thy Neighbor’: Matthew’s Gospel

comes alive in St. John Vianney High

School | P22

Also inside: Funeral services for Father

Laszlo Rauch; Adoptive families forge bonds

of the heart; Hibernians expand presence

in Burlington County; DeaFest was time

to pray, offer support and learn; CYO

basketball all-stars shineHonoring Life: Youth art contest

allows students to convey respect

life messages | P25

Rosemary D

aniels photo

Bound and Determined:

Disability fosters Toms River

man’s passion for lifes | P10

Joe Moore photo

Praised be Jesus Christ! With the Church through-

out the world, the Diocese

of Trenton offers prayers of

joyful and hope-filled gratitude

at the election of His Eminence

Jorge Cardinal Bergoglio,

S.J., as the Vicar of Christ and

Successor of St. Peter. A truly

inspired choice, our new Holy

Father Pope Francis brings to the Chair of Peter

pastoral gifts and ecclesial experience especially

well-suited to his new role as universal Shepherd

of the Catholic Church.

Pope Francis had received much attention in

the conclave that elected Pope Benedict XVI. I am

sure that his name was still

fresh in the minds of to-day’s cardinal-electors who

were present then. He has

a reputation for scholar-ship, leadership and for a

deep humility and sim-plicity. The choice of the

name “Francis” certainly

indicates his respect and admiration for the beloved

saint who bears that name.

As he stood on the loggia of St. Peter’s, Pope

Francis exuded a peaceful

and radiant joy, speaking

of love and compassion and warmly thanking those

gathered to greet him. He has a kind and gentle

smile that seemed to touch those who witnessed

this historic moment in the Catholic Church. The

story is told that the day following his consecra-

tion as bishop, he spent in a soup kitchen. I sense

almost immediately that the Church will love and

embrace him with joy and hope. And he, in turn,

will love the Church that he now shepherds.

As Successors to the Apostles, Bishops are spe-

cial collaborators with the Pope in fulfilling the

mission given them by Christ to teach, to govern

and to sanctify. I look forward to sharing these

responsibilities with our new Holy Father Pope

Francis, especially for the Church of Trenton, and

I ask its clergy, religious and lay faithful to join

me in praying for him as he begins his apostolic

ministry in the Chair of Peter.

May Mary, Mother of the Church, draw him

ever closer to the heart of her Beloved Son.

St. Peter, pray for us! St. Francis, pray for him!

A message from Bishop

David M. O’Connell, C.M.,

Diocese of Trenton,

on the papal election of

Cardinal Jorge Mario

Bergoglio, S.J.,

of Buenos Aires, Argentina

As white smoke billowed above the

Sistine Chapel, the Church around

the world reacted March 13 to the

election of Argentine Cardinal Jorge Mario

Bergoglio as the newest successor to Peter.

From the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope

Francis thanked his brothers and sisters in

Christ for their welcome, of-

fered a prayer for bishop emeri-

tus of Rome, Benedict XVI, and

invited the world’s Catholics

to journey with him in brother-

hood, love and trust. Bishop

David M. O’Connell, C.M., was to

celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiv-

ing for Pope Francis on Sunday,

March 17, in St. Mary of the

Assumption Cathedral at 10:30

a.m. For a report on how the

Diocese of Trenton reacted

to the news see pages 3-8.

We Have A Pope!

“I sense almost immediately that the Church will love and embrace him…”

CNS photo/Eric Gaillard, Reuters

CNS photo/Paul Haring


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‘Faith opens our eyes to human life in all its grandeur and beauty’

In recognition of the recent Re-spect Life Contest and the participa-tion of so many students (and families) throughout the diocese, The Monitor is offering a special Respect Life sub-scription rate of only $15 for a one year subscription to the print issue, un-limited access to TrentonMonitor.com and exclusive, subscriber only content including the E-edition.

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www.TrentonMonitor.comNewspaper of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Trenton, N.J.

March 14, 2013

Vol. 60 | No. 3 | 75 cents

Prayerful Reflection: The Monitor’s retreat section offers ideas on where to attend retreats and how to become spiritually rejuvenated.

See pages

28-33.

End of An Era: St. Mary School,

Bordentown, to close its doors | P9

‘Love Thy Neighbor’: Matthew’s Gospel

comes alive in St. John Vianney High

School | P22

Also inside: Funeral services for Father

Laszlo Rauch; Adoptive families forge bonds

of the heart; Hibernians expand presence

in Burlington County; DeaFest was time

to pray, offer support and learn; CYO

basketball all-stars shineHonoring Life: Youth art contest

allows students to convey respect

life messages | P25

Rosemary Daniels photo

Bound and Determined:

Disability fosters Toms River

man’s passion for lifes | P10

Joe Moore photo

Praised be Jesus Christ! With the Church through-

out the world, the Diocese

of Trenton offers prayers of

joyful and hope-filled gratitude

at the election of His Eminence

Jorge Cardinal Bergoglio,

S.J., as the Vicar of Christ and

Successor of St. Peter. A truly

inspired choice, our new Holy

Father Pope Francis brings to the Chair of Peter

pastoral gifts and ecclesial experience especially

well-suited to his new role as universal Shepherd

of the Catholic Church.

Pope Francis had received much attention in

the conclave that elected Pope Benedict XVI. I am

sure that his name was still

fresh in the minds of to-day’s cardinal-electors who

were present then. He has

a reputation for scholar-ship, leadership and for a

deep humility and sim-plicity. The choice of the

name “Francis” certainly

indicates his respect and admiration for the beloved

saint who bears that name.

As he stood on the loggia of St. Peter’s, Pope

Francis exuded a peaceful

and radiant joy, speaking

of love and compassion and warmly thanking those

gathered to greet him. He has a kind and gentle

smile that seemed to touch those who witnessed

this historic moment in the Catholic Church. The

story is told that the day following his consecra-

tion as bishop, he spent in a soup kitchen. I sense

almost immediately that the Church will love and

embrace him with joy and hope. And he, in turn,

will love the Church that he now shepherds.

As Successors to the Apostles, Bishops are spe-

cial collaborators with the Pope in fulfilling the

mission given them by Christ to teach, to govern

and to sanctify. I look forward to sharing these

responsibilities with our new Holy Father Pope

Francis, especially for the Church of Trenton, and

I ask its clergy, religious and lay faithful to join

me in praying for him as he begins his apostolic

ministry in the Chair of Peter.

May Mary, Mother of the Church, draw him

ever closer to the heart of her Beloved Son.

St. Peter, pray for us! St. Francis, pray for him!

A message from Bishop

David M. O’Connell, C.M.,

Diocese of Trenton,

on the papal election of

Cardinal Jorge Mario

Bergoglio, S.J.,

of Buenos Aires, Argentina

As white smoke billowed above the

Sistine Chapel, the Church around

the world reacted March 13 to the

election of Argentine Cardinal Jorge Mario

Bergoglio as the newest successor to Peter.

From the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope

Francis thanked his brothers and sisters in

Christ for their welcome, of-

fered a prayer for bishop emeri-

tus of Rome, Benedict XVI, and

invited the world’s Catholics

to journey with him in brother-

hood, love and trust. Bishop

David M. O’Connell, C.M., was to

celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiv-

ing for Pope Francis on Sunday,

March 17, in St. Mary of the

Assumption Cathedral at 10:30

a.m. For a report on how the

Diocese of Trenton reacted

to the news see pages 3-8.

We Have A Pope!

“I sense almost immediately that the Church will love and embrace him…”

CNS photo/Eric Gaillard, Reuters



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W hen students head out to college, their lives and the lives of their family mem-

bers change. They are now facing challenges that are new to them. They are living in a new space, meeting new people, doing new things. It can be an exciting time for students. They now have the opportunity to make many independent decisions about their lives and their futures. Sometimes their decisions will be good ones, sometimes they may make the wrong choices. One of the best ways to support students as they consider college choices and plan to start a new chapter in their lives is to pray for them, and encourage them to pray as well.

Simple parent blessing for child leaving home

“May the Almighty God, Father, Son and Holy Ghost, bless you, my child, for time and eternity, and may this blessing remain forever with you. Amen.”

St. Thomas Aquinas Student’s PrayerCreator of all things, true source of light and

wisdom, origin of all being, graciously let a ray of your light penetrate the darkness of my understanding.

Take from me the double darkness in which I have been born, an obscurity of sin and ignorance.

Give me a keen understanding, a retentive memory, and the ability to grasp things correctly and fundamentally.

Grant me the talent of being exact in my explanations and the ability to express myself with thoroughness and charm.

Point out the beginning, direct the progress, and help in the completion.

I ask this through Christ our LordAmen.

Prayers are best support for students preparing for college

Undertaking ExamsLoving God

be with me now, as I prepare for my exams.

Thank you for the many talents and gifts you have given me and for the opportunity of education.

Calm my nerves and anxiety, help me to remember all that I have studied, to express it clearly and to answer the questions the very best that I can.

Holy Spirit, sit with me in my exam – and always.

In Jesus’ nameAmen

from http://www.cymtas.org.au prayers_for_students/

Prayer for FutureLoving God, each day as I step further into my

future, give me the courage, knowledge and patience that I need.

Remind me that you always journey with me, and that you will never lead me into anything that you won’t lead me through.

Thank you for the gift of my life.May the way I live be my gift back to you –

with your love and guidanceIn Jesus’ nameAmen

from http://www.cymtas.org.au prayers_for_students/

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Prayer for StudentsUnder thy patronage, dear Mother, and calling

on the mystery of thine Immaculate Conception, I desire to pursue my studies and my literary labors:

I hereby solemnly declare that I am giving my-self to these studies chiefly to the follow-ing end: that I may the better contribute

to the glory of God and to the promotion of thy veneration among men.

I pray thee, therefore, most loving Mother, who art the Seat of Wisdom, to bless my labors in thy loving-kindness.

Moreover I promise with true affection and a willing spirit, as it is right that I should do, to ascribe all the good that shall come to me there from, wholly to thine inter-cession for me in God’s holy presence.

Amenfrom www.catholic.org/prayers/prayer.php?p=197


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