Bryant University

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Founded in 1863, Bryant is a four-year, private university in New England where students build knowledge, develop character, and achieve success–as they define it.

Throughout its 146-year history, Bryant has empowered students to achieve their personal best in life and their chosen professions. The University is the choice for individuals seeking the best integration of business and liberal arts, using state-of-the-art technology. This cross-disciplinary approach provides a well-rounded education that teaches students the creative problem-solving and communication skills they need to successfully compete in a complex, global environment.

Bryant’s 3,365 full-time undergraduate students represent thirty-two states and forty-five countries, with 87 percent of students living on campus. Students enjoy the advantages of small classes and close relationships among fellow students, faculty members, and administrators. In this environment, students come to understand the interaction between various academic disciplines and their practical applications in the global community.

All of Bryant’s rigorous academic programs are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). The University’s College of Business is accredited by AACSB International–The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business–a distinction earned by only 5 percent of universities worldwide.

Sports and recreation play an integral role in the health and well-being of students. The Elizabeth and Malcolm Chace Wellness and Athletic Center features a fully equipped fitness center, a six-lane swimming pool, circuit-training equipment and free weights, and a group exercise room. Students participate in and root for Bryant’s twenty-two intercollegiate varsity sports teams, which compete at the Division I level. In addition, students can play club and intramural sports throughout the academic year. Teams compete on a variety of well-maintained athletic fields, and spectators can watch from the 4,000-seat Bulldog Stadium.

Bryant has more than eighty student clubs and organizations that benefit many social causes, provide recreational enjoyment, promote intellectual exploration, and offer opportunities to develop new talents and passions. The Student Programming Board, the Intercultural Center, the Arts and Culture Club, the Marketing Association, and the Student Senate are just a few of the organizations where students can get involved in campus life. There are many places on and off campus for students to gather and enjoy music, comedy, and other kinds of entertainment.

The John H. Chafee Center for International Business, located on campus, links Bryant students directly to regional businesses that operate globally. Additionally, the University’s U.S.-China and Confucius Institutes forge academic, business, and cultural partnerships between Bryant University and higher learning institutions, business enterprises, and governmental offices in China.

Bryant University is situated on a beautiful 420-acre campus in Smithfield, Rhode Island, only 15 minutes from the state capital, Providence; 45 minutes from Boston; and 3 hours from New York City. Students can enjoy an array of activities on and off campus as well as excellent restaurants and sports events in the area.

Students are able to take advantage of internship and employment opportunities at many small and large businesses, Fortune 500 companies, and not-for-profit organizations within driving distance of the Bryant campus. All students, including freshmen, may have a car on campus. Additional transportation includes buses that travel to and from campus, a train station in Providence, and airports near Providence and in Boston.

Bryant’s College of Arts and Sciences offers degrees in actuarial mathematics, applied economics, applied mathematics and statistics, applied psychology, communication, environmental science, global studies, history, literary and cultural studies, politics and law, and sociology. The College of Business offers degrees in business administration with concentrations in accounting, computer information systems, finance, financial services, management, and marketing; information technology; and international business with concentrations in computer information systems, finance, management, and marketing.

Bryant offers twenty-eight minors in business and liberal arts. To view all of the University’s areas of study, visit http://www.bryant.edu/areasofstudy.

Bryant’s Graduate School of Business offers a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), a Master of Science in Taxation (M.S.T.), and a Master of Professional Accountancy (M.P.Ac.).

Academic programs focus on the intellectual and professional development of each student, in preparation for leadership positions in a wide range of careers.

Students must complete a core curriculum that integrates business, liberal arts, and technology. Graduation requirements include a minimum of 123 semester hours, and Bryant University operates on a semester plan.

Entering students may receive credit through the Advanced Placement (AP) Program or the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) administered by the College Board. Credit is also awarded for International Baccalaureate (IB) higher-level exams. The Honors Program is an excellent vehicle for highly motivated students to stretch their intellectual limits.

Bryant also participates in the Army ROTC Program.

The Amica Center for Career Education, recently named one of the top 10 university career and job placement services in the country by the Princeton Review, offers students opportunities to expand their learning beyond the classroom. Through relationships with more than 350 companies, the center helps students secure practical internships at organizations such as Fidelity Investments, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Walt Disney World, the New England Patriots, Textron, local and national media outlets, and a variety of nonprofit organizations. The Amica Center for Career Education also helps graduating seniors identify and pursue job opportunities.

Qualified students may participate in Bryant’s Study Abroad Program and choose to study in one of forty-six partner countries. The University also offers a Sophomore International Experience, a two-week overseas course where students learn about other cultures and how businesses operate globally.

Bryant’s modern campus is anchored by the Unistructure, the center of academic and social activity. The Bryant Center houses the bookstore, student organization offices, a dining hall, and a food court. The Koffler Center and the Communications Complex feature several computer labs, a state-of-the-art digital television studio and editing suites, and Bryant’s student-run radio station.

The George E. Bello Center for Information and Technology has an abundance of wired and wireless connectivity and banks of high-speed computers. The C.V. Starr Financial Markets Center receives real-time data via live feeds through Reuters 3000, the same system used by top international financial institutions. The Bello Center also houses the Douglas and Judith Krupp Library. It holds more than 150,000 items and thousands of reference databases and online resources, making it one of the most comprehensive business library collections in the region.

As part of their tuition, all freshmen receive a Thinkpad® notebook computer that is network ready and fully loaded with software. Students can work on their laptops virtually anywhere on Bryant’s wireless campus. Prior to the beginning of junior year, students exchange this laptop for a new model, which they may keep upon graduation. Every three years, instructional computers in the classrooms are upgraded or replaced.

For 2008–09, tuition was $30,571, which included personal use of a Thinkpad® notebook computer for entering students. Residence hall room and board fees were $11,251, and there was a $300 student activity fee. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Most students (87 percent) live on campus. There are a variety of housing arrangements, including the first-year complex, suite-style residence halls, and townhouses for seniors. There are special fees for summer and winter sessions.

Bryant has a comprehensive program of merit- and need-based financial aid. The University processed more than $65 million in financial aid to cover educational expenses for students in 2008–09. The majority of freshmen receive financial aid through a combination of scholarships, loans, grants, and part-time jobs. Students interested in applying for financial assistance in the form of need-based grants, work-study, and education loans must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA can be found online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. The paper version of the FAFSA is available in high school guidance offices. The FAFSA can be submitted as early as January 1, and February 15 is the deadline to file. For more information, students should contact the Director of Financial Aid.

Bryant faculty members are dedicated to helping students develop their intellectual potential. They continuously engage in research, publishing, consulting, community service, and practical experience. With a 17:1 student-faculty ratio, each student can develop relationships with faculty members for guidance and support. Among the faculty members at Bryant are a practicing clinical psychologist, a nationally respected expert in advertising effectiveness and public policy, and the Poet Laureate Emeritus of Rhode Island.

The Student Senate, the student governing body, serves as a channel of communication between students, faculty members, and administrators.

Bryant University seeks students who are motivated learners and have a history of academic achievement. Minimum entrance requirements include 4 years each of English and preparatory mathematics, including a year beyond algebra II (with a preference for precalculus or calculus in the senior year), and 2 years each of history or social science, a laboratory science, and a foreign language. Remaining secondary course work should be in a foreign language, mathematics, science, and social studies. Entering students may receive credit through the Advanced Placement (AP) Program or the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) administered by the College Board. Credit is also awarded for International Baccalaureate (IB) higher-level exams.

SAT or ACT scores must be submitted. The Admission Committee considers recommendations from the secondary school guidance office and faculty members concerning character and personal qualifications that are not in the academic record. Interviews, though not required, may be scheduled in advance of a campus visit.

Applications must be submitted to the Office of Admission with a nonrefundable fee of $50 by November 15 (early decision I), January 2 (early decision II), or February 1 (regular decision). It is the responsibility of the applicant to request that the secondary school guidance office send a copy of their school record, and SAT or ACT scores, directly to Bryant. International applicants must also submit TOEFL scores and a completed Certification of Finances form.