Adelphi University
Adelphi University is a world-class private institution that prepares its students for active citizenship and leadership in their careers. With nearly 5,000 students from 41 states and 48 countries, Adelphi is committed to academic excellence.
Adelphi University provides students with a global learning experience that fully prepares them for successful, fulfilling careers through innovative programming, dedicated faculty, comprehensive support and services, and diverse learning opportunities. Adelphi students graduate with the tools to compete and excel in their chosen fields, and the skills to address the needs of their communities.
With an ethnically diverse student body recruited from 41 states and 48 countries, Adelphi provides an atmosphere that encourages cultural exchange and personal and professional growth. Students also benefit from the rich intellectual and social opportunity and creative energy of nearby New York City.
Adelphi has been recognized for its academics, commitment to environmentally-friendly initiatives, community engagement—both locally and globally—and its academic, social, and cultural opportunities. For the fifth year in a row, Adelphi University was recognized as a “Best Buy” in higher education by the Fiske Guide to Colleges. We were named a “Cool School” by the environmental organization, the Sierra Club. Its national five-time champion Division II Women’s Lacrosse Team won its third title in a row in 2011.
Great things are happening at Adelphi University.
Engaged Students
Adelphi University is engaged in the lives of its students. The University is committed to providing individual attention and support to succeed. Students are encouraged to get involved, discover more than 80 clubs and organizations, and become leaders. Through numerous programs and activities both on and off campus, the experience of Adelphi students is enhanced to aid in the students’ development.
The Levermore Global Scholars (LGS) program is a program of distinction designed to enrich the social and international dimensions of a college education with an emphasis on civic engagement and leadership. Adelphi’s non-governmental organization status allows Adelphi students to attend special briefings at the United Nations.
Students from around the world pursue studies in the prestigious and challenging Honors College in an atmosphere that promotes intellectual growth and social interaction, including excursions in the New York metropolitan area and original student research driven projects. Internship opportunities are available for every type of student, no matter what they decide to study. Through the signature Community Fellows Program, students are paired with nonprofit organizations across Long Island and New York City for 10-week, paid summer internships.
Overseen by the Center for International Education, study abroad opportunities are in more than 90 approved destinations in 40 countries. Students live and study in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Australia, or New Zealand for a semester or two, or participate in short faculty-led trips to China and alternative spring break adventures in places such as Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic.
Great Teaching
Great teaching is a hallmark of Adephi University. At Adelphi, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with knowledgeable, dedicated professors who care about your academic success and intellectual growth. You will get to know your professors through small classes, research opportunities, and independent projects. Adelphi students are encouraged to conduct research alongside renowned scientists and liberal arts scholars and create with our award-winning visual artists, musicians, dancers, actors, and directors.
At Adelphi, you’ll find innovative academic programs and learning communities tailored to your interests. Our recently created Levermore Global Scholars Program is an academic, civic-action and global leadership program that emphasizes learning in small seminar classes and experience in community service projects, local internships, United Nations conferences and meetings, and participation in study abroad.
The Adelphi Honors College offers highly motivated and academically enterprising students the fellowship of equally dedicated and independent-minded students. If you’re on a fast career track, you’ll be interested in Adelphi’s Joint Degree programs, which enable students to earn both an Adelphi undergraduate degree and an undergraduate or advanced degree from a partner school in less time. Adelphi’s Scholar Teacher Education Program (STEP) is a unique, five-year, combined bachelor’s/master’s program for undergraduates looking to become teachers.
Want to find an alternative to war? Adelphi’s new Peace Studies minor gives students the opportunity to explore and discover peaceful alternatives to various forms of violence. The minor provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex nature of human rights, peace, and peace-building work as well as hands-on experience to encourage students to engage in informed peace work.
You can make the world your oyster with Adelphi’s distinctive International Studies major, an interdisciplinary program that combines the study of language and culture with the study of political science, business, or environmental studies.
Two gleaming, new centers, the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center and the Center for Recreation and Sports, enhance Adelphi’s historically strong programs in the performing arts and health studies, physical education, and human performance science.
Our annual Adelphi Research Conference offers students a unique opportunity to submit original research and share it with fellow members of the academic community. Adelphi’s Office of Pre-Professional Advising and Fellowships will offer you hands-on guidance as you prepare to pursue a professional career in the field of your choice. Advisers also guide you through the process of applying for prestigious fellowships, including the Fulbright, the Goldwater, the Marshall, and the Rhodes.
Vibrant Community
Adelphi appeals to students who are career-focused and community-minded. Through real-world experiences, vibrant performance series, and international partnerships, in addition to classroom learning, students gain the knowledge and skills they can use to achieve success in their future pursuits.
Experiential learning through internships, service programs, research, and creative work allows students to stand out to future employers and graduate programs. Two unique Adelphi programs are the Adelphi Community Fellows and the Levermore Global Scholars (LGS) programs. Community Fellows offers paid internships for AU students to work and train with regional nonprofits.
LGS is unique in its form and design, combining the best academic practices of an honors college, service learning, learning communities, and international studies into one comprehensive program. LGS is a leadership program, not a specific major, so students can explore any field while also preparing to be a global leader.
With over 80 clubs and organizations, students can find a niche and connect with others with similar interests. With academic, social, community service, and religious based groups and clubs, student-run media, 15 Greek-letter sororities, fraternities and social fellowships, and more than 20 academic leadership honor societies, there’s something for everyone. And, if students have ideas for clubs that don’t exist yet, they can start their own.
Adelphi’s seven residence halls include special house options for performing arts and honors students, a Green Community option, and an innovative EXCEL program which matches new freshmen with upper-class student mentors. In Fall 2011, a new $20 million residence hall will open featuring an environmentally-sensitive design with heating and cooling systems powered by geothermal technology.
In 2009, Adelphi invested $120 million to add 120,000 square-feet of recreational, athletic and performing arts spaces to its campus. Students can also express their “Panther Pride” and join one of the 22 Division I and II competitive athletics teams including a three-peat National Championship Women’s Lacrosse team or cheer them on from the sidelines. There are also intramural sports and clubs clubs, including flag football, indoor and outdoor soccer, coed volleyball, and ultimate Frisbee.
Successful Outcomes
Adelphi’s President Dr. Robert Scott believes that “the Adelphi education is as much about character and citizenship, leadership and ethics, as it is about careers and commerce.” As such, Adelphi graduates are prepared to succeed in both their chosen careers as well as in their communities.
Students are given ample opportunities to participate in research, through close faculty mentoring. Each year, the University hosts a research conference where students can present their work to the campus community.
The most recent National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) results indicate that compared to their peers, Adelphi students report more institutional and faculty support for career planning and acquiring job-related skills. Adelphi students, especially freshmen, report significantly more institutional support for their academic success, non-academic responsibilities and thriving socially. They also report more supportive relationships with students, faculty, and administrators.
The University’s Center for Career Development offers students and alumni a robust array of programs designed to develop professional skills. Frequent résumé and interview workshops, a comprehensive on-campus recruitment program, and a yearly job and internship fair are just a few of the opportunities available to students.
The Office of Pre-Professional Advisement and Fellowship provides support and individual advising for current students and recent graduates who are seeking admission to professional school. Many Adelphi graduates have continued their education at Harvard Law School, Boston University, Georgetown University and Cambridge University. Many Adelphi graduates are awarded Fulbright Fellowships as well.
Even before they begin to take classes, Adelphi students understand their connection to the community—the Freshman Community Action Program (FCAP)—gives incoming freshmen a week-long experience volunteering with local organizations, offering experiential opportunities right from the start. Community service is a hallmark of an Adelphi education.
Lasting relationships are created and maintained at Adelphi through many different forms. The C.O.A.C.H. (Count on Alumni For Career Help) program provides alumni of Adelphi University the opportunity to be a mentor or a resource to current students who are interested in their field of expertise.
The Adelphi alumni network is more than 100,000 strong. Notable alumni include three Long Island state senators, two Congressmen, a mayor, the former chairman of the New York Stock Exchange, the former White House physician to President Clinton, New York Times bestselling author Alice Hoffman, and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of RENT, Jonathan Larson.
Chartered in 1896, Adelphi University was the first liberal arts institution of higher education on Long Island. Today, more than 50 programs of study help to develop students’ academic, personal, and cultural growth.
Location:
Adelphi University’s main campus is located on 75 acres in historic Garden City, New York, just 45 minutes from New York City. There are also centers in Manhattan, Hauppauge, and Hudson Valley.
Student Profile:
4,939 undergraduate students; 41 states; 48 countries; 30% male; 70% female
Faculty Profile:
313 full-time faculty; 565 part-time faculty; student to faculty ration is 10:1
Athletics:
22 Division I and II competitive teams: Men’s Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer (Div. I), Swimming, Tennis; Women’s Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
Mascot: Panther; Colors: Brown and Gold
Academic Programs:
Accounting
Adolescent Education (S.T.E.P.)*
Anthropology
Art Education**
Art
• Art History
• Fine Arts (ceramics, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture)**
• Graphic Design**
• Studio Art (ceramics, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture)**
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Childhood Education (S.T.E.P)*
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Communications (journalism, media studies, moving image production)
Computer and Management Information Systems
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Dance**
Economics
English
English (literature, creative writing)
Environmental Studies
Exercise Science
Finance
French
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
International Studies
Languages and International Studies (political science, environmental studies, business)
Latin American Studies
Management
Marketing
Mathematics
Music**
Music Education**
Nursing
Philosophy
Physical Education
Physical Education/Health Education
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Sport Management
Theatre Arts**
• Acting**
• Design Technology**
Undeclared Arts and Sciences+
Undeclared Business
FIVE-YEAR BACHELOR’S/MASTER’S PROGRAMS
Business^
Scholar Teacher Education Program (S.T.E.P.)^
• Childhood Education
• Adolescent Education
Social Work
PRE-PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Pre-Dental
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Law
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Physical Therapy/Allied Health
DUAL AND JOINT DEGREE PROGRAMS
Dentistry
• New York University College of Dentistry
Engineering
• Columbia University
Environmental Studies
• Columbia University
Law
• New York Law School
Optometry
• SUNY College of Optometry
Physical Therapy
• New York Medical College
Podiatry
• New York College of Podiatric Medicine
*Scholar Teacher Education Program five year combined bachelor’s/master’s degree
**Portfolio and/or audition requirements, visit adelphi.edu and click on “Academics” to link to program of interest and its audition or portfolio requirements.
^Unique scholarship opportunities are available to eligible students enrolled in five-year education and business programs
+ Undergraduate students are required to declare their major by the end of their fourth semester, or after the completion of 60 credits of course work. International students are required to declare a major upon application.
Special Programs:
Honors College:
The Adelphi University Honors College offers an enriching and intellectually challenging academic environment for ambitious undergraduate students. Designed as an intimate, but diverse learning community, our 300 students come from across the country and around the globe.
Through engaging seminars, Adelphi Honors College students explore the knowledge and theories that have influenced modern civilization. Independent research projects, including a senior thesis, further prepare them for academic and professional success. Adelphi University Honors College alumni excel in top graduate and professional schools and in a range of careers. Honors College graduates have gone on to study at Harvard Law School, Boston University, and Georgetown University and have been awarded Fulbright Fellowships.
Levermore Global Scholars Program:
Interested in what's happening around the world? Adelphi’s Levermore Global Scholars program builds on a tradition of international inquiry that dates back to Charles Levermore, Adelphi’s first president, outspoken internationalist, friend and classmate of Woodrow Wilson, and recipient of the prestigious Bok Peace Prize.
The Levermore Global Scholars program is a program of distinction that prepares next-generation leaders by offering its students a unique opportunity to learn, reflect, and lead through civic and professional engagement in community projects, internships, and study abroad.
Levermore Scholars come from many different majors but share the same passion about community and volunteer work, social and cultural initiatives, studying different cultures, and experiencing the world.
The Learning Disabilities Program:
At Adelphi, students with specific language-based learning disabilities or AD/HD are provided an opportunity to receive structured and individualized support from our staff of experienced professionals. Working with your unique needs and circumstances, we offer you the opportunity, structure and support to achieve your academic goals while taking part in the university life of our vibrant college campus.
For over three decades, Adelphi's Learning Disabilities Program has helped hundreds of college students succeed. We know that students with learning disabilities and/or AD/HD are often gifted and talented, and that given the right resources and environment, they will thrive.
The Scholar Teacher Education Program:
If you want an intense, cohesive experience, consider our five-year combined bachelor's/master's degree program in adolescent (secondary) and childhood (elementary) education. The Scholar Teacher Education Program (STEP) integrates field-intensive programs with a strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences. Completion of this program leads to New York State teaching certification and prepares you to excel in the profession.
Costs and Aid:
2011-2012: Tuition and fees, $28,460, 92% of Adelphi undergraduates receive financial aid
Endowment:
$130 million
More distinctions:
- Adelphi received 2010 Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation; one of 115 institutions selected from across the U.S. this year
- Featured in the Princeton Review’s 2011 Guide to 311 Green Colleges
- Princeton Review named Adelphi a 2010 Best College in the Northeast Region
- Adelphi is one of six colleges and universities to receive the 2010 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll; the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to community service
- Voted a “Cool School” by the Sierra Club for environmentally friendly initiatives
- Named a “Best Buy” by the Fiske Guide to Colleges for a fifth year in a row
- Named a 2010 “Best College” by the U.S. News and World Report
- Inducted into the EPA’s Green Power Leader Club for its investment in green power
- Adelphi Peer Health and Wellness Educators have been selected to receive the group award by the New York State College Health Association
- The Adelphi Writing Center director and two undergraduate tutors will be presenting at the National Conference on Peer Tutoring in Writing in Miami, FL, fall 2011
- Five-time champions, the Adelphi Women’s Lacrosse team, won its third DII National Championship in a row
- Adelphi student athletes are among the nominees for the Northeast-10 Scholar Athlete of the Year, the NE-10 Collegiate Woman Sport Award, and the NE-10 Woman of the Year Award
- Adelphi lacrosse player, Kristin Jones ’11, was honored with the Division II Women’s Lacrosse NCAA Elite 88 Award for her outstanding GPA
- The main campus in Garden City is an arboretum; it became a registered member of the American Association of the Botanical Gardens and Arboreta in May 2002
- The Adelphi School of Business has earned AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) International accreditation—fewer than 10% of the world’s business schools have achieved this recognition
- Named a Non-Governmental Organization by the United Nations Department of Public Information
Applications are accepted for fall and spring admission. The Early Action Deadline for the fall semester is December 1. Priority consideration for joint degree programs is February 1. Regular Admission for the fall semester is March 1 (priority consideration for the Learning Disabilities Program). Regular Admission for the spring semester is November 1.
Institutional scholarships and grants are applicable to tuition and, in some cases, university fees. Awards include, but are not limited to, VA educational benefits, external awards, and state scholarships and grants.
The average 2010-2011 financial aid package award per full-time student was approximately $18,475; 95% of full-time freshmen received some form of financial aid.
For more information on admissions requirements, visit admissions.adelphi.edu/freshmen/admissions-requirements.php
For more information on financial aid, scholarships, and application deadlines, visit
ecampus.adelphi.edu/sfs/howtoapply.php
Adelphi University
P.O. Box 701
Garden City, NY 11530
1-800-ADELPHI (233-5744)
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