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The College

Dominican College reflects the traditions of its founding Dominican order in its emphasis on a value-centered, liberal artsbased education. Dominican College celebrated its fiftieth anniversary in 200203. Its more than 1,900 students represent a diverse ethnic population and include both campus residents and commuters. The College offers undergraduate and graduate programs. Graduate programs include an M.B.A.; a five-year Bachelor of Science/Master of Science degree in occupational therapy; a Family Nurse Practitioner Program leading to a Master of Science (M.S.); a Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) degree leading to certification as teachers of students with disabilities, including those with multiple and severe disabilities; a Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) degree for teachers of the blind and visually impaired; a Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) degree leading to certification for childhood education; and a Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.).

Dominicans campus is growing. The Hennessy Student Center contains a 1,000-seat gymnasium, a physical fitness room, a suspended running track, athletic training facilities, athletic offices, and all-purpose meeting rooms. Guzman Hall, Hertel Hall, and Rosary Hall, the residence centers, contain social areas, computer-equipped study lounges, student meeting rooms, and computer and cable-equipped dorm rooms. The residence halls have round-the-clock security. The Granito Center houses the main dining hall, health center, and bookstore. The Prusmack Center for Health and Science Education provides state-of-the-art labs for all students. Classes are also held in Casey and Forkel Halls.

The College offers a variety of activities for students. They include clubs, community service, internships, honor societies, student government, a choral group, and intramural sports. Activities are organized to take advantage of the opportunities offered by Rockland County, the midHudson Valley region, and New York City.

Dominican College has a strong and successful athletic program. Varsity sports include mens baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, lacrosse, and soccer and womens basketball, cross-country, lacrosse, soccer, softball, and volleyball. Dominican College is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC).

In order to serve adult and nontraditional students, the College offers an Accelerated Evening Program (eight-week terms), Weekend College, and evening courses. Students who are enrolled in these programs may pursue full-time study while maintaining full-time employment. Academic support services, career counseling, internships, and placement opportunities are provided for all students.

Location

Dominican College is located in Rockland County, New York, 17 miles north of New York City and approximately 3 miles north of Bergen County, New Jersey. This convenient suburban location offers easy access to the outstanding cultural and educational resources of New York City.

Majors and Degrees

Dominican College undergraduate programs award B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S./M.S., B.S.N., and B.S.W. degrees. The College offers programs in athletic training, biology (which includes a premedicine track and prephysical therapy studies), business administration (areas of concentration include accounting, computer information systems, economics, and management), criminal justice, English, history, humanities, mathematics, natural sciences, nursing, occupational therapy (B.S./M.S.), psychology, social sciences, social work, and teacher education (areas of concentration are adolescence education, childhood education, special education/adolescence education, and special education/childhood education).

Academic Programs

The degree programs at Dominican College have been designed to give students the benefit of study in the liberal arts disciplines and in professional preparation. The baccalaureate degree accommodates varied learning styles, previous academic backgrounds, divergent learning and career goals, and prior experience.

To receive a degree, students must complete a minimum of 120 semester hours, at least 30 of which must be earned at Dominican College. The College grants up to 60 hours for achievement on proficiency examinations administered by American College Testing, Inc.; the New York State Regents External Degree Program; and the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP). Learning acquired through experience may also be validated by the submission of a portfolio demonstrating that the student has acquired knowledge that corresponds to courses required at Dominican College.

Placement testing and a coordinated advisement process provide students with information and guidance for the selection of courses that best suit their individual needs and program. Support for the ongoing development of academic skills is provided through the Learning Resources and Writing Center, which offers tutoring in basic mathematics, writing, and other subjects. Opportunities for elective internships enable students to pursue a wide range of career and academic interests. An Honors Program provides innovative learning opportunities for students with superior academic preparation.

Academic Facilities

The Sullivan library provides more than 89,000 volumes, over 37,000 e-titles, and approximately 490 periodical titles, with more than 17,000 volumes of additional back files on microfilm and 23,602 full-text journals online. The Prusmack Center contains science laboratories and a nursing practicum lab. Casey Hall and Forkel Hall provide classrooms and study spaces.

Costs

The undergraduate tuition for 200809 is $9800 per semester. Room and board costs are $4865 per semester. For part-time students, the undergraduate tuition is $590 per credit

Financial Aid

Dominican College offers extensive academic and athletic scholarships and need-based aid programs. In addition, the College participates in federal and state grants, loans, and work-study programs. Students applying for aid should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March15. Supplementary aid opportunities are available through the New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), the Federal Pell Grant Program, the Federal Family Education Loan Program, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program, Nursing Student Loans, Nursing Scholarships, the Federal Perkins Loan Program, the Federal Work-Study Program, and veterans benefits.

Faculty

The Dominican faculty has more than 200 members, and the present student-faculty ratio is 14:1. Faculty members hold degrees from thirty different universities and colleges located in fourteen states and three other countries. Many have had varied experiences prior to teaching at the college level. Faculty members work with students as academic advisers and as advisers for nonacademic activities.

Student Government

The Dominican College Student Government Association is the official representative of the students. It approves charters for clubs and organizations, helps to plan the cultural and social calendar, aids in directing and coordinating social activities, and manages the student activity budget.

Admission Requirements

Entering freshmen are expected to have completed a secondary school program or its equivalent. The recommended preparation includes 16 academic units distributed among English, mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, and foreign languages. All applicants for admission as freshmen should submit scores from the SAT or the ACT. TOEFL scores are required for international applicants. A cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 is required for transfer students, with a maximum of 70 credits accepted from accredited two-year colleges and 90 credits from four-year colleges.

A personal interview is recommended in order to allow the applicant to become better acquainted with the College and to exchange information with an admissions counselor. Dominican College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religious affiliation, or physical limitation and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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