For Information Contact:
Director of Admission
Regis College
235 Wellesley Street
Weston, MA 02493
781-768-7100
866-438-7344 (toll-free)
E-mail: admission@regiscollege.edu
2006-2007 COSTS:
Tuition:
$22,525
Room and Board:
$9,825
Fees, books, misc.:
$900
Weston, Massachusetts
Overview
Regis College is a leading Catholic liberal arts and sciences college for women prepared to excel. The College celebrates the rich diversity of its students as well as the many opportunities available in the Boston area and beyond. Innovative Academic Centers offer students the opportunity to take integrated and interdisciplinary courses, to interact with faculty members and students from different majors, and to participate in workshops, lectures, and cocurricular programs. In addition to rigorous and engaging academic programs, the College offers career-oriented internships in all disciplines, opportunities for developing leadership talents, and a social environment conducive to acquiring connections that can last a lifetime. The focus of Regis College is on the development of the whole person, enabling students to become educated in all aspects of human behavior: intellectual, spiritual, occupational, social, physical, and emotional. Consequently, Regis College students graduate prepared for life.
There are currently more than 1,200 students (full-time, part-time, undergraduate, and graduate) who form a community of scholars in pursuit of academic excellence. The Regis College student population is currently represented by twenty-two states and twenty-three countries. The multicultural student body offers a diversity that is shared and celebrated on the Regis College campus through various programs and activities.
Approximately 31 percent of recent graduates have chosen to pursue graduate studies immediately. Among the career and employment fields recent graduates have entered are business (including banking, marketing, and sales), communications, counseling, graphic design, law, medical research, nursing, social work, and teaching.
In addition to the undergraduate degrees listed, Regis College offers the following graduate degrees: Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Change, Master of Science in Organizational and Professional Communication, and Master of Science in Health Product Regulation.
The College has three residence halls: Angela Hall, Maria Hall, and College Hall. On-campus housing is guaranteed for all students. The Student Union building houses the main dining hall, the Commuters’ Lounge, Tower Tavern, WRGS (the Regis College radio station), Cyber Café, the bookstore, numerous offices, and three multipurpose lounge areas for College meetings, lectures, and events.
Location and Community
Weston, Massachusetts, ideally located just 12 miles west of Boston, is a suburban town of 12,000 residents that has retained its New England charm. The campus is an 18-minute drive from downtown Boston and other towns such as Lexington, Concord, and Cambridge, which offer an abundance of cultural events and historic sites, are nearby. A campus shuttle service provides access to the public transit system, allowing Regis College students the opportunity to explore local colleges and a variety of cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities throughout the metropolitan Boston area. The Regis College campus is also easily accessible from Logan International Airport.
Academic Life
Completion of thirty-six courses is required to earn the bachelor's degree. All bachelor's degree programs include an eleven-course liberal arts core curriculum, an academic major of concentrated study, and elective courses chosen according to the student's interests. The eleven-course core curriculum consists of courses in natural sciences, social sciences, English composition, mathematics, religious studies, and humanities as well as a first-year seminar. To fulfill departmental requirements, students must complete from eight to twelve courses in their major field of study. For graduation with Departmental Honors, students are required to complete a two-course sequence of independent study culminating in a written thesis, which must be orally defended, and to maintain averages of at least 3.0 overall and 3.5 in their major field.
The Regis College faculty consists of 66 full-time members and 48 part-time members, 100 percent of whom hold advanced degrees. In addition to carrying out research and publishing within their individual fields, faculty members at Regis possess a highly developed commitment to teaching. Each student has a faculty adviser to assist with course selection. A student-faculty ratio of 12:1 enables each student to receive personal attention, support, and academic advice.
Regis College participates in a cross-registration program with nearby Babson, Bentley, and Boston Colleges. Students may also study abroad in programs in many countries, including England, Ireland, Italy, Japan, and Spain. The Washington Semester, sponsored by the American University in Washington, D.C., provides students with an intensive program involving course work, research, seminars, and internships in government offices. The Regis College internship program and the Office of Career Development provide students with professional experience in numerous agencies throughout the Boston area, across the U.S., and abroad.
Majors Offered:
Regis offers a four-year program of study leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree, Bachelor of Social Work degree, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Currently there are more than twenty fields of study to choose from. In addition, a student may decide to complete an interdepartmental major or an individually designed major.
Qualified students can earn a bachelor's degree in three years in selected majors; the College also offers a four-year “3 Plus 1” combined bachelor's and master's degree program and 3-2 dual-degree programs in a variety of technical areas in cooperation with Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The College also offers preprofessional preparation in communications; computer science; graphic arts; legal studies; management studies; early childhood, elementary, and secondary teacher certification; and social work.
Facilities and Resources
The Regis College Library offers a superb collection of books, periodicals, microforms, indexes, online databases, and more. Students can use the online computer system and access nearly 475,000 volumes and 2,600 periodical subscriptions owned by the WEBnet Consortium libraries of Babson College, Bentley College, Olin College, Pine Manor College, and Regis College. The library has a spacious reading room, extensive open stacks, private study carrels, and seminar rooms. The Watson-Hubbard Science Center has contemporary laboratory and lecture halls for biology, chemistry, physics, and psychology courses. The Fine Arts Center contains classrooms for the study of music, an art history lecture hall, graphic and fine art studios, the 650-seat Eleanor Welch Casey Theatre, and the Carney Art Gallery, in which artwork by faculty members, alumnae, and local artists is displayed.
Campus Life
A vital part of the Regis College experience is student involvement in activities outside the classroom. Cocurricular programs are offered for leadership development in more than thirty campus clubs, associations, and organizations. A variety of campus activities gives students the opportunity to explore their interests, make new acquaintances, and serve the community. Students with interests in specific areas may develop their talents and skills by becoming involved in such organizations as the Glee Club, Social Work Club, Dance Company, Tower Society, and Student Government. Students who want to enhance their literary, drawing, and photography skills can contribute to College publications such as Hemetera, the literary magazine, and Mount Regis, the College yearbook. Regis students are engaged in a wide range of service activities through the Regis College Service Learning Project as well as volunteer activities through the Campus Ministry Program.
The Student Government is composed of elected representatives who administer the budget for all clubs, associations, and organizations. The representatives are involved with educational policy, social events, elections, and student publications.
Sports / Varsity Athletics
The outstanding Regis athletic program is a recent recipient of the NCAA award for sustaining academic achievement (a 100 percent graduation rate) among its students. The athletic programs are supported by a modern athletic/recreation facility that accommodates intercollegiate athletics, intramural activities, and physical and health education classes. This campus facility features a competition-size swimming pool; sauna and Jacuzzi; indoor basketball, tennis, volleyball, and squash courts; a modern fitness center with cardio and weight training equipment; dance and exercise studios; and athletic fields and outdoor courts. Student athletes at Regis College compete on an intercollegiate NCAA Division III level in basketball, cross-country, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field (indoor and outdoor), and volleyball. Intramural and club sports include, among others, crew, floor hockey, and Ultimate Frisbee.
Expenses
For 2005–06, tuition for all students is $21,525, and room and board fees total $9,825.
Financial Aid / Scholarships
Regis College endeavors to meet the need of every student through its financial aid program. Regis sponsors financial aid through federally funded grants, loans, and work-study awards and also provides scholarships from College operating funds. To apply for any scholarship or financial aid program, applicants should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Regis College Application for Financial Aid. All financial aid applicants are also required to forward a complete copy of their federal income tax return and a copy of their parents' federal income tax return. Students who apply for scholarships or other financial aid through Regis College are informed of the College's financial aid award decision after March 1. Approximately 86 percent of all Regis students receive scholarships and financial assistance through federal and College funds.
Regis College offers merit scholarships for first-year and transfer students in recognition of academic performance, community service, and leadership abilities. There are several levels of merit scholarships at the College: Presidential Scholar, $12,000 per year; Dean's Scholar, $9000 per year; Leadership and Service Award, in varying amounts; and Alumnae Sponsor Award, $2000 per year. All applicants for admission are reviewed for merit scholarship eligibility. These scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. Information regarding the specifications for each of the merit scholarships can be obtained by contacting the Office of Admission.
Admission Requirements / Application
Applicants for admission as first-year students are expected to complete a college-preparatory program at an accredited secondary school. The preparation for entrance should include 4 years of English, 2 years of foreign language, 3 years of mathematics, 2 years of laboratory science, 2 years of social science, and three or four electives. Consideration is given to applicants whose educational background varies from this profile. The Admission Committee places primary emphasis on the secondary school record (courses selected, grades received, and rank in class), two teacher recommendations, involvement in extracurricular activities, and SAT or ACT scores. International students must submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and a Declaration of Finance form. Personal interviews, while not required, are strongly encouraged. Regis College does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or handicap; in fact, Regis welcomes diversity among students. The Admission Committee considers applicants for rolling admission, delayed admission, and advanced placement. The College grants credit and advanced placement for scores of 3 or better on the Advanced Placement examinations sponsored by the College Board.
Transfer applicants for the fall or spring semester should be in good academic standing at the institution previously attended, have a quality point average of at least 2.0 on the Regis College scale, and not be on academic or disciplinary probation at the former institution. A maximum of twenty college-level courses are considered for transfer.
To be considered for admission, applicants must complete an application, available upon request from the Office of Admission, and return it with the $40 application fee. Regis College operates on a rolling admission basis; completed applications are given a decision within three weeks of their receipt. Students are encouraged to visit the campus for interviews and guided tours.
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