Nazareth College

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School Says - General Information
Founded in 1924, Nazareth College is an independent coeducational college with undergraduate and graduate studies in the liberal arts and sciences and professional programs in health and human services, education, and management. The College is located on 150 scenic acres near Rochester, New York, and currently enrolls 2,000 undergraduate and 1000 graduate students. Nazareth has a strong commitment to experience-based learning and civic engagement. In the past decade, Nazareth has produced 18 Fulbright recipients and two Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowships.

More than 40 undergraduate majors and minors are available. Internship opportunities provide students with participatory experience in their field of study. Nazareth competes at the Division III level. Its intercollegiate teams include men's and women's basketball, cross-country, equestrian, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, diving, tennis, volleyball, track and field; and women's field hockey and softball.

School Says - Student Body
Nazareth offers a wealth of co-curricular choices for students of all interests and backgrounds. Campus clubs and organizations include Amnesty International, Art Club, Asian Club, Association of Student Social Workers, Campus Ministry Council, Cultural Affairs/CALEB, Dance Team, Economics Club, Environmental Club, French Club, German Club, Gleaner ( the student newspaper), History Club, iClub, Italian Club, Inter-ethnic Nazareth Coalition, Lambda Association, Math Club, Music Therapy Club, Nazareth Commuter Association, Nazareth Speech, Hearing, and Language Association, Peer Health Educators, Physical Therapy Club, Pre-Med Club, Residence Hall Association, Science Club, Sigilium (yearbook), Spanish Club, Student Activities Council, Theater League, Verity (literary magazine), WNAZ (radio station) and Wilderness Club. The student political voice is heard through the Undergraduate Association.

School Says - Academics
Nazareth's core curriculum stresses the liberal arts and sciences. Its goal is to improve students' analytical and critical thinking skills. The core also exposes students to interesting areas of study that they might not otherwise encounter on their own. Undergraduate students most successfully complete at least 120 class hours and pass a comprehensive exam in their major field during their final year of undergraduate study. Students must fulfill all curriculum requirements of their major department and the College at large to earn an undergraduate degree from Nazareth.

School Says - Admissions
A complete application to Nazareth includes: application form (common app online or paper version mailed), original essay or graded writing sample, letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor, an official transcript of high school academic achievement, a non-refundable $40 application fee (waived if student visits or submits online application), and Standardized Test scores, if the student decides he/she would like those scores to be used in the admissions process (Nazareth is a Standardized Test Option College).

Early Decision, Early Action and Regular Decision applications are welcome. The deadline for Early Decision applications is November 15; applicants are notified after December 15th; the due date for enrollment deposit is February 1. Those applying for Early Action must submit their application by December 15; notification for Early Action applicants begins January 15; students have until May 1to make a decision about attending Nazareth. Those applying for Regular Decision are encouraged to file before the final deadline of February 15. Regular Decision applicants receive notification of the College's decision after March 1. Admitted applicants must make a final decision on whether they will attend Nazareth by May 1.

The school recommends that the applicants complete a college-preparatory curriculum including English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science and Foreign Language. Academic achievement is the primary consideration in admissions decisions, but the Admissions Committee also considers special talent in drama, music and art; it also looks at students' co-curricular activities. A campus tour is recommended in order to familiarize you with the college and all that it has to offer. An interview is not a required part of the application, but highly recommended. You can plan a visit or ask for more information by contacting: Office of Admissions, Nazareth College, 4245 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618; Telephone: 585-389-2860; Toll Free Line: 800-462-3944; Email: admissions@naz.edu; World Wide Web: www.naz.edu.

School Says - Campus Life
The Nazareth campus is a short walk from the village of Pittsford, which offers a selection of restaurants and specialty shops, as well as bike trails and boat rides along the Erie Canal. The campus is seven miles from Rochester, the third largest city in the state of New York. Rich in culture and entertainment, the city serves as world headquarters for two major corporations: Eastman Kodak and Bausch and Lomb. A major Xerox facility is also located in Rochester. The city offers a broad array of museums, annual festivals, shopping malls, tourist attractions, professional sporting events, and ski resorts. Two internationally renowned museums - the George Eastman House/International Museum of Film and Photography, and Strong National Museum of Play - make their homes in Rochester.

School Says - Cost Aid
Estimated costs for 2010-2011 academic year approx. $36,860 ($25,045 for tuition; $10,715 for room and board; $1,100 for college fees). Books, transportation, and personal expenses are not included in this estimate. Fees may change at any time. For the most current information, contact the Admissions Office.Nazareth provides its students with more than $19 million in grant and scholarship assistance; the school is committed to making a Nazareth education affordable for every admitted student. The college also offers an assortment of merit-based awards for those demonstrating excellence in academics, the arts, music and drama. Those seeking aid must submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); the form must reach federal processors between January 1 and February 15. Those seeking early decision must submit the CSS Profile by November 15.

Students Say - Academics
Nazareth College is "a very personalized school" in the suburbs, "about 10 miles from downtown Rochester, New York." "Education is a huge degree program" and there are quite a few physical therapy and nursing majors. Naz is also great for theater and music. "All of their productions are always spectacular," gushes a sophomore. "I constantly feel like I'm watching a Broadway show whenever I go see one." The academic pace is reasonable. "I would say that our academic program is rigorous but not mental-illness inducing," suggests an English literature major. "I count this as a strength." "Most of the professors are a lot of fun, and they try to make classes interesting. Plus, they take the time to get to know you personally, which is great." "Professors care about how you are doing," declares a nursing major. "You are not just a number." Course selection is limited but classes are wonderfully small. "The administration loves student feedback" and receives generally glowing reviews. Nazareth's president frequently walks around campus and greets students. "I think Naz is doing a fine job," proffers a sophomore.

Students Say - Campus Life
Students here enjoy an "absolutely gorgeous" campus. The residence halls "are very comfortable and quite spacious," and they offer free laundry machines. Socially, there is no Greek system, but the student activities council does a fantastic job of having activities planned." Some of these activities are "lame events," but many are widely attended. Intramural and varsity sports are also reasonably big. The surrounding town is a little hamlet right on the Erie Canal "with fun shops and places to eat." "Pittsford, as a town, is very safe and very nice to walk around in," says one student. However, if you attend Nazareth, you probably want to bring a vehicle with you. "Everyone has a car. It's like a requirement," warns a sophomore. "If you want to find a party, you (usually) can." Older students often frequent the bars and clubs of downtown Rochester for fun. However, "some weekends are slow," and "Nazareth is definitely not a big party school." Road trips are common. "Nazareth isn't really far from anywhere, which makes other colleges, towns, and locations easy to access." Some students also go home on more than a few weekends.

Students Say - Student Body
The typical student at Nazareth is a white girl from suburbia-usually somewhere around Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse. Students at Naz are "concerned about their grades." "The same kids you see drunk on Saturday night at the bars are the kids working hard in the library all Sunday." They are a little on the cliquey side but "very friendly," too. "There are a few jerks, but nobody likes them, anyway," says one student. "Students here tend to be very liberal." "There are many preppy and sports-oriented people." "There are a lot of artsy and intellectuals," too. "And there are, of course, your weirdoes, but that's normal." There is apparently a notable contingent of gay males as well, "though more straight men are attending as they realize that they have a big sea to fish in."

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