Moravian College

Moravian College -- the 6th Oldest College in the Nation

Founded in 1742, Moravian College predates the American Revolution by more than a generation, and is the 6th oldest college in the nation. Today, Moravian is a co-educational, private liberal arts college on 2 campuses -- the Main Street Campus and the Pricilla Payne Hurd Campus -- located within 8 blocks of each other. College-owned transportation runs between the campuses.

Many campus buildings have been renovated in the last 2 years. A significant addition to the College's athletic facility, Johnston Hall, provides a complete fitness/wellness area. Comenius Hall, home to the social science departments, received a renovation to the first floor to provide for improved classroom spaces and more student study space. The student union (or HUB) was renovated to provide for new student dining and meeting space, and an outdoor patio with fire pit. A new residence hall, containing only single rooms in suite-style living, was opened in 2009. The Collier Hall of Science will undergo renovations in 2012 and 2013 to update building infrastructure and provide new, modern laboratory and student study space.

Moravian students benefit from what is called "the Moravian Effect." This added value from their Moravian experience is created through an emphasis on strong, personalized majors, hands-on learning opportunities, and encouragement of a deeper enjoyment of life -- all of which is encouraged and supported by engaged faculty and alumni. Surveys of graduates show that these qualities help them grow in four years into focused adults who succeed and excel in an increasingly challenging world.

Moravian College Top Rankings

Despite its established position within the community, Moravian College continues to innovate and excel. Their value and accomplishments have been recognized by many reputable sources. For instance, "The Princeton Review" has included Moravian on 3 of their recent superlative lists, including "The Complete Book of Colleges," "Best 376 Colleges," and "Best Northeastern Colleges." "Washington Monthly" ranked Moravian as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country for their dedication to social mobility, research, and service. It has also been recognized as one of 170 "Colleges of Distinction" in the nation for undergraduate education, innovative learning experiences, and its active campus life.

"Bloomberg Business Week" has named the college among the top 25% of schools surveyed for their high return on investment. Moravian is consistently included in the prestigious "Barron's Best Buys in College Education."

Multidisciplinary Classes and Practical Internships

A scholarly and dedicated faculty reinforces Moravian's strong curriculum and personalized courses. The college boasts a student-faculty member ratio of 10 to 1. The Learning in Common component to the general education curriculum presents students with sets of courses in multidisciplinary clusters designed to complement each other and build connections among fields. Faculty and staff members provide personal attention and mentorship to students to help each student identify and prepare for the most appropriate career or post-graduate path for that student.

Field studies and internships also help students develop professional skills and build a network of professional contacts while still in school. Moravian students have completed field study placements at such prestigious organizations as AT&T Microelectronics, Merrill Lynch, Philadelphia Zoo, and St. Luke's Hospital. These connections and the exceptional work of the College's Career Services Center allows more than 93% of Moravian graduates to be employed full-time or attending graduate or professional school within 10 months of graduation.

Undergraduate Degree Programs from Moravian College

Moravian College offers over 50 bachelor's degrees in a wide range of concentrations. A Bachelor of Arts (BA) is available in 13 majors: art, economics and business, education, English, environmental policy and economics, foreign languages, history, music, philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, and sociology.

A Bachelor of Science (BS) is available in 9 majors: biochemistry, biological science, chemistry, education, environmental science, mathematics and computer science, neuroscience, nursing, and physics and earth science.

Moravian also offers several concentrated Bachelor of Music (BMus) programs through the departments of education and music.

Additional minor fields of study are available in Africana studies, international studies, medieval studies, and women's studies.

Student Life at Moravian

Campus life opportunities at Moravian College are designed to educate the whole person by promoting personal development, leadership skills, and global responsibility. Though the college is spread out onto 2 campuses, Moravian prides itself on having a close-knit community. On-campus housing is guaranteed for all 4 years of study, and fraternity and sorority housing is also available.

Student activities and campus cultural events provide opportunities to explore new interests and broaden students' experiences. The campus is home to over 80 student-led programs and Greek organizations, including the Equestrian Team, Beta Beta Beta, Moravian College Community Orchestra, and WRMC radio station.

Student Opportunities for Academic Research

In 1998, Moravian College founded the Student Opportunities for Academic Research (SOAR) program on campus. The program facilitates undergraduate student research in collaboration with a faculty mentor. Since then, the program has grown to support 20 to 25 students per summer. SOAR students receive stipends, travel allowances, and research expenses to support research in a variety of areas. Many students have presented their works at academic conferences across the region.

Additionally, independent study and honors research programs allow students to delve deeply into areas of personal interest. These opportunities also allow students to work closely with senior faculty members on research projects -- an unusual opportunity at the undergraduate level.

Financial Aid Opportunities at Moravian

Moravian College is committed to making education financially possible for all students. In fact, over 85% of students at Moravian receive some form of financial aid through grants, scholarships, loans, and part-time employment.

Moravian offers merit scholarships to students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, citizenship, and leadership skills. Scholarships are awarded at time of admission and every student who applies for admission is considered for a merit award. Generally, students should have academic and personal credentials that place them well above College averages for both grade-point-average and SAT scores. The Moravian College Heritage Grant is presented to first-generation college students, particularly those from diverse or underrepresented groups.

Located in Historic Bethlehem

Moravian College is located in historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and the Lehigh Valley. The college's 2 campuses are located at either end of a busy retail section of Main Street, on an area known as "the Moravian Mile." The area offers students an environment rich in history, culture, and outdoor recreation. Students may take frequent trips to Philadelphia, New York City, and the Pocono Mountains, all located within 75 minutes of campus.

The lively city of Bethlehem is known for its historic sites, dating back to before the Revolutionary War, art, craftsmanship, and music events. The annual 9-day Musikfest attracts over 1 million visitors each August. "Money Magazine" ranks Bethlehem as one of the "Top 100 Best Places to Live."

• Area and ethnic studies
• German Studies
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Biological/life sciences
• Biology/Biological Sciences
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• Biochemistry
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• Business/marketing
• Business Administration and Management
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• Accounting
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• International Business/Trade/Commerce
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• Computer and information sciences
• Computer Science
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• Education
• Education
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• Elementary Education
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• Secondary Education
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• Art Teacher Education
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• Foreign Language Teacher Education
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• Mathematics Teacher Education
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• Music Teacher Education
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• Science Teacher Education
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• Social Studies Teacher Education
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• Biology Teacher Education
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• Chemistry Teacher Education
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• French Language Teacher Education
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• German Language Teacher Education
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• History Teacher Education
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• Physics Teacher Education
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• Spanish Language Teacher Education
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• English
• English
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• English Language and Literature Related
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• Foreign languages and literature
• German
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• French
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• Spanish
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• Classics and Classical Languages
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• Health professions and related sciences
• Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
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• History
• History
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• Mathematics and statistics
• Mathematics
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• Natural resources/environmental science
• Environmental Studies
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• Natural Resources Management and Policy Related
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• Philosophy and religious studies
• Philosophy
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• Religious Studies
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• Physical sciences
• Chemistry
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• Geology/Earth Science
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• Physics
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• Psychology
• Psychology
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• Experimental Psychology
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• Social Psychology
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• Social sciences
• Social Sciences
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• Economics
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• Political Science and Government
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• Sociology
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• Theology and religious vocations
• Religious/Sacred Music
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Visual and performing arts
• Graphic Design
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• Theater Literature, History and Criticism
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• Art
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• Fine/Studio Arts
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• Art History, Criticism and Conservation
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• Music
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• Music Performance
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• Music Theory and Composition
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• Acceptance Rate
• Applied2,034
• Accepted1,597
• Acceptance Rate78%
• Enrolled1,582
• Female Applicants1,149
• Females Accepted919
• Female Acceptance Rate79%
• Male Applicants885
• Males Accepted678
• Male Acceptance Rate76%
• Applying
• Application Fee$40
• Required for All Essay or personal statement
  Transcript of high school record
  Letter(s) of recommendation
  
• Required for Some
• Average high school GPA for first-year freshman3.32
• Application Deadlines
• Type Application Closing Notification Date Rolling Admissions
• Fall freshmen March 1st March 15th --
• Out-of-state Fall freshmen Not Reported
• Early decision plan Not Reported
• Other early decision plan Not Reported
• Transfer March 1st --
• Test Scores Accepted
• Test Average School Accepted 25th Percentile* 75th Percentile*
• SAT Critical Reading 523 480 590
• SAT Math 527 470 550
• SAT Writing 515 500 570
• ACT Composite 24 22 26
• * 25th and 75th percentile is the score that 25/75 percent of students score at or below.

• Tuition
• In-state tuition *$33,919
• Out-of-state tuition *$33,919
• In-district tuitionN/A
• * Tuition costs are based on a full academic year typically extending from September to June.
• Fees
• Full-time student fees$565.00
• Room and board *$10,146.00
• Room only *$5,676.00
• * Room and board charges vary according to board plan selected (i.e., 12-meal plan, 19-meal plan, etc.) and student level (freshman, sophomore, etc.)
• Other Payment Considerations
• Guaranteed tuition plan offeredNo
• Tuition pre-payment planNo
• Tuition payment plans offeredInstallments
• Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuitionEmployees or children of employees

• Gender
• Total Undergraduate Students1,582
• Male Student Percentage39%
• Female Student Percentage61%
• Ethnicity
• Hispanic/Latino6.95%
• Black or African American3.1%
• White or Caucasian77.69%
• American Indian or Alaska Native.06%
• Asian1.64%
• Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander.19%
• Two or more races2.97%
• Unknown.38%
• Other Student Statistics
• International Breakout.34% representing 7 other countries
• Out-of-state Students32% out-of-state student

• Housing
• College-owned housing available Yes
• Housing Requirements None
• Housing options Coed housing , Female-only housing, Male-only housing
• Percentage of undergraduate students who live in college-owned housing 73%
• Student Activities
• Student-run campus newspaper Yes
• Drama / theater group Yes
• Student-run radio station Yes
• Student-run television station No
• Marching band Yes
• Choral groups Yes
• Student Services
• Legal services No
• Health clinic Yes
• Personal / psychological counseling Yes
• Women's center No
• Student Organizations
• Greek fraternities Yes
• Greek sororities Yes
• Local fraternities Yes
• Local sororities No
• Other organizations Not Reported
• Most popular organizations United Student Government, Moravian College Choir, Habitat for Humanity, Student Nurses Association, Moravian College Theatre Company
• Campus Security and Safety
• 24-hour emergency telephone / alarm services Yes
• 24-hour patrols by trained officers Yes
• Students patrols Not Reported
• Late-night transport / escort services Yes
• Electronically-operated dormitory entrances Yes
• Other Not Reported

• Men's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Baseball No Division 3 No
• Basketball Yes Division 3 No
• Cheerleading No No No
• Cross-country running No Division 3 No
• Equestrian sports No Division C No
• Field hockey No No No
• Football No Division 3 No
• Golf No Division 3 No
• Ice hockey No Division C No
• Soccer No Division 3 No
• Softball No No No
• Tennis No Division 3 No
• Track No Division 3 No
• Volleyball Yes No No
• Women's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Baseball No No No
• Basketball Yes Division 3 No
• Cheerleading No Division C No
• Cross-country running No Division 3 No
• Equestrian sports No Division C No
• Field hockey No Division 3 No
• Football No No No
• Golf No No No
• Ice hockey No Division C No
• Soccer No Division 3 No
• Softball No Division 3 No
• Tennis No Division 3 No
• Track No Division 3 No
• Volleyball Yes Division 3 No

• Faculty Breakout
• Total Faculty167
• Full-time Percentage60%
• Part-time Percentage40%
• Female Percentage51%
• Male Percentage49%
• Student:Faculty Ratio12:1 or 1,462 students to 122 faculty