TO THE UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS
Why Redlands? WHY DO STUDENTS CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS? Students from all over the United States and around the world come to study here. Why? Because at the University of Redlands, you will live and learn in a true community of dedicated professors, small class sizes and engaged students. We blend a consistently high-ranked education in the arts and sciences with hands-on experiential learning to produce the most effective education for today s world and the future. It s why our students are accepted to top graduate schools and launch satisfying careers upon their graduation. Why Redlands? the nice small classes that encourage more interactions with professors, the high quality of the business program, the friendly environment Nancy Ye 16 Double major in Global Business and Accounting, minor in Math Internship: Burson-Marsteller, Beijing Study Abroad: Oxford, United Kingdom Hometown: Beijing, China
Where WHERE IS THE UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS? What WHAT PROGRAMS DO WE OFFER? The University of Redlands is located on 160 acres in the city of Redlands (population 70,000), California. The spacious campus includes a unique blend of Greek, Spanish and Modern California architecture, hundreds of palm trees and red tile roofs. Overlooking the campus are the two highest mountains in Southern California, which rise to more than 3,352 meters. The University is just over an hour s drive from Los Angeles as well as Southern California s renowned coastal beaches and premier desert resorts. Accounting Art History* Art Studio Asian Studies Astronomy* Biology Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Business Administration Chemistry Communicative Disorders Computer Science* Creative Writing Economics Engineering Combined Degree English Environmental Business Environmental Policy & Management Environmental Science Environmental Studies Financial Economics French German Global Business History Human-Animal Studies* International Relations Johnston Center for Integrative Studies Latin American Studies Liberal Studies Managerial Studies Mathematics Music Philosophy Physical Education & Athletics* Physics Political Science Pre-Law Pre-Med Psychology Public Policy Race & Ethnic Studies Religious Studies Sociology and Anthropology Spanish Spatial Studies* Theater Visual & Media Studies Women s & Gender Studies *Minors only
GET INVOLVED, MAKE A DIFFERENCE With more than 120 clubs and organizations and 21 NCAA Division III athletic teams, there is always something to do on campus. Students can get involved in academic, community service and cultural clubs, explore the local area with recreational clubs, or cheer on our Bulldog athletic teams. WHAT IS MAY TERM? RANKINGS Ranked by Forbes in the Top 5 percent of America s Best Colleges. Named One of Higher Ed s Best Kept Secrets in the Fiske Guide to Colleges 2014 edition. Our 4-4-1 calendar features two traditional, four-month semesters followed by an optional, one-month May Term geared towards experiential study either on or off campus. On-campus offerings include Chemistry of Art and Baseball, Business & American Life. Or take travel courses such as In Search of Helen of Troy to uncover Greece through the eyes of an archaeologist or Global Medical Ethics, which takes you to Sub-Saharan Africa to examine universal questions of integrity and conscience. Ranked by Princeton Review 2014 as one of the Best 400 Colleges. Named by Washington Monthly 2013 among the Top 30 Nationally for the Public Good. (LEFT) Thurber is the official mascot of the University of Redlands. He is known to be a friendly mascot and often attends sporting events and other campus events. The faculty at Redlands is excellent they contributed immensely to the foundation for the success that I have enjoyed since graduation. For the past year and a half, I have helped a Chinese company start a subsidiary in the Netherlands. Tjibbe TJ Kampstra 10 B.S. in Global Business, minor in Asian Studies Internship: Siemens, Shanghai Post-graduate study: Tufts University s Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy Hometown: Haarlem, The Netherlands
Who WHO ARE WE? We are a private, coeducational university 1907 founded in We offer 45 undergraduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Music, and the Johnston Center for Integrative Studies We have an undergraduate enrollment of 2,700 students from 45 states and 18 countries Costs and Financial Assistance Our student-to-faculty ratio is Our average class size is 18 to 22 90% of classes have fewer than 30 students 58 % of students study abroad 13:1 70 % of students live on campus all four years; first-year students are required to live on campus Tuition (2014-15) $42,836 Room and Board $12,710 (double occupancy, standard meal plan) Student Fees $500 Books and Supplies $1,746 (estimated) Medical Insurance $1,500 Annual Total $59,292 International students are eligible for partial, merit-based scholarships up to $20,000 per year. A limited number of additional international scholarships are also available. U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents are eligible for partial, merit-based scholarships through the University of Redlands in addition to need-based aid, as determined by the FAFSA.
What WHAT KIND OF SUPPORT DOES THE UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS PROVIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS? The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is dedicated to making your experience at the University of Redlands a successful one. Their services include a week-long international orientation for new students, assistance with cross-cultural adjustment and visa issues, airport pick up and programming throughout the year. How HOW DO I APPLY TO THE UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS? Application Requirements The Common Application, including the essay and University of Redlands Writing Supplement $30 application fee Official transcripts from all secondary schools attended Two letters of recommendation, one from a college counselor (or other school official) and one from a teacher who can speak to your academic ability SAT or ACT TOEFL or IELTS (non-u.s. Citizens only) Application Deadlines Early Action: November 15 Regular Decision: January 15 Space Available Basis: After January 15 Admissions Statistics Profile of our Entering Class (middle 50%) GPA 3.3-3.9 (weighted) SAT 1040-1210 (out of 1600) ACT 23-27 Required English Proficiency Scores TOEFL minimum 80iBT IETLS minimum 6.5 Questions? Contact us! Ali Klein, Director of International Recruitment intladmissions@redlands.edu +1 (909) 748-8156 Redlands.edu/international