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Regis is boldly empowering the next generation of leaders to impact the world around them and change lives.
A coed, Catholic university founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston, Regis offers more than 40 academic programs across four schools which include arts and sciences, business and communication, health sciences, and nursing.
What sets Regis apart is our community--an open-minded environment that welcomes all without distinction. As you learn more about Regis, we're confident you'll see why #YouBelongHere.
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Students seeking acceptance to Regis must submit the online Common Application. In addition to the application, first-year applicants are required to submit:
- Official secondary school transcript
- One signed letter of recommendation on official letterhead from a secondary school counselor/college counselor or teacher
- Application fee of $50
- Regis is a Test Optional institution and only requires SAT/ACT scores for those students seeking admission into the Nursing program, or homeschooled students. The SAT CEEB code is 3723; the ACT code is 1886.
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Regular — June 1
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Academic Programs
Regis offers several special academic opportunities that allow students to explore subjects of interest and customize their learning experience. Students can extend their learning beyond the classroom through various methods, including seminars, off-campus study, global experiences, individualized study, pre-professional programs, special cooperative degree programs, and academic honors programs.
A Global Perspective
Whether students are interested in a semester-, academic year-, or week-long trips, the Office of Global Connections provides personalized support to ensure that students have an enriching global experience.
Regis is directly affiliated with Regent's University in London, England; University College Cork in Cork, Ireland; Assumption College Rome in Rome, Italy; and Kyoto Notre Dame University in Kyoto, Japan.
Students can also participate in faculty-led programs that supplement coursework. Trips range from one to three weeks and have taken place in Italy, England, Cuba, and Belize.
Our renowned faculty are actively engaged in their disciplines, conducting research, publishing books and articles, and serving as leaders in in their areas of expertise. One of the best aspects of a Regis education is the support and mentorship from faculty. With a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio, faculty members get to know each student and are instrumental in advising them on everything from research and graduate school programs to internships and job opportunities.
A Classroom Without Walls
Regis is committed to providing an academic experience that is increasingly enriched by technological resources. Through the iPad initiative, all students are provided iPads to facilitate collaboration and enhance learning.
The campus network provides access to campus apps and the internet through 24/7 wireless and wired connectivity, spanning across campus in all classrooms, learning spaces, residential halls, and exterior spaces.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Regis offers innovative programs in the arts and sciences, business and communication, health sciences, and nursing. Majors include: Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Communication, Criminal Justice Studies, Cybersecurity, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Education, English, Environmental Sustainability, Exercise Science, Global Business Management, Interdisciplinary Studies in the Humanities, Neuroscience, Nuclear Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, Sport Management, and Therapeutic Recreation.
Pre-professional and special programs include 3+3 Law Degree, Pre-Dental, Pre-Healthcare Advising with Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Tracks, Pre-Law, Pre-Medical, and Pre-Veterinary.
Fast Track to Master's 4+1 Program
Regis offers a five-year combined bachelor's and master's track for certain areas of study, including Communication, Education, Health Administration, and Regulatory and Clinical Research Management.
* Some restrictions apply
Articulation Agreements
Regis has a variety of articulation agreements for undergraduate students wishing to transfer in for a bachelor's degree and for students wishing to earn a graduate degree after finishing a bachelor's degree at their home school.
Regis has agreements for direct entry into select graduate programs once a student completes the bachelor's degree at Regis. Graduate schools include Saint George's University in Grenada School of Medicine and School of Veterinary Medicine; Salve Regina University; and Western New England University School of Law.
Honors Program
The honors program at Regis provides qualified students with an intellectually stimulating and challenging academic experience that extends beyond the classroom, as leaders in both campus activities and community service. In addition to taking honors-level courses, students participate in a variety of service-learning projects, workshops, and discussions with renowned faculty and alumni. Admitted first-year applicants with a minimum high school GPA of 3.5 and combined SAT math and reading scores of at least 1100, or an ACT composite score of 24, are encouraged to join the Honors Program, as are Regis students who have maintained a GPA of 3.5 or higher during their first year.
The Learning Commons for Academic Student Support
Regis students are invited to participate in various opportunities offered through the Learning Commons. Students are encouraged to engage in tutoring services, academic coaching, learning strategy workshops, and various learning communities to promote their academic, personal, and professional growth. As a team, the staff helps students develop habits that will enable them to become resilient and curious life-long learners capable of reaching their academic and personal goals.
First-Year Seminar
First-Year Seminar (FYS) is an essential part of all incoming students' fall semester. FYS introduces new students to the Regis history and heritage, build their academic and social skills, engage in a variety of co-curricular experiences, and participate in a challenge-based learning project. FYS is taught by faculty members from across Regis who also serve as the student's academic advisor during his or her first year. During the spring semester, students stay with their FYS classmates and are enrolled in a linked course that meets one of the Regis Core Curriculum requirements.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Business/Commerce, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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EDUCATION.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Political Science and Government, Other.
Sociology.
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Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
2017-2018 Academic Year:
Tuition: $39,820
Room and Board: $14,740
At Regis, we are committed to making an investment in every student's potential. More than 95 percent of our full-time, incoming first-year students receive some type of financial aid. The average award, not including federal and state funding, is $20,000.
We offer educational opportunities to students regardless of their ability to pay and only after acceptance are financial aid applications considered. Students are only required to complete the FAFSA.
Financial Aid
Merit scholarships are awarded upon acceptance to the university and federal aid eligibility is evaluated using the FAFSA. Additional scholarship opportunities are available to students who graduate from select parochial schools, students with siblings at the university, and students who receive the Alumni Sponsor Award.
The Financial Aid team at Regis works with students on payment plan opportunities through Tuition Management Systems. Additionally, Regis students have the opportunity to use SALT program, a free and interactive money-management tool to help students with their financial planning.
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Regis' undergraduate student body represents a diverse mixture of backgrounds and heritages. Thirty-three percent of students comes from diverse backgrounds, and 40 percent are first-generation college students.
Students have many different opportunities to become involved on campus, from joining one of the many active clubs and organizations to playing intramural sports such as volleyball, flag football, and dodgeball.
The Center for Student Engagement sponsors many events throughout the semester, including musical and comedy performances, cultural and sporting events, a monthly "Pizza with the President," and other social get-togethers. Additionally, the center coordinates a number of Regis's traditional events, including Welcome Week, Regis Fest Family Weekend, Halloweek, Senior Week, Spring Weekend, and the annual Christmas Tree Lighting.
Regis students are encouraged to be engaged citizens of the world. The Center for Ministry and Service coordinates service-learning and community engagement trips. Whether it's rebuilding homes in New Orleans, teaching health education to children in Haiti, or participating in one of the local service projects in honor of Regis' annual Founders' Day of Service, our student strive to make the world a better place.
Health and Wellness
Regis has a comprehensive Health Center on campus which provides students with medical care, including counseling services. Health Services also offers health education programs and events throughout the year.
Athletics
Regis is a Division III member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and competes in the Great Northeast Athletics Conference (GNAC). Regis Athletics has 18 collegiate sports (10 women's: basketball, cross country, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field, volleyball. 8 men's: basketball, cross country, lacrosse, soccer, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field; and volleyball). Regis has won 32 championships since 2007.
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Location
Located on a beautiful 132-acre classic New England campus in Weston, Massachusetts, Regis students enjoy being a part of our close-knit community. When they're ready to pursue an internship or explore a dynamic city, they are only 12 miles away from downtown Boston, America's premiere college city and the country's top spot for cutting edge innovation.
A complimentary shuttle transports students to surrounding areas and public transportation for easy access to work, internships, and social events.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
The Regis campus was recently updated with modern suite-style residential space, a beautiful new quad and renovated library. We have state-of-the-art medical imaging labs, nursing simulation centers and occupational therapy labs.
Regis guarantees four-year, on-campus housing for undergraduates, with approximately 90 percent of first-year students living on campus. Students are able to take classes at several other nearby universities as part of our cross-registration program.
Regis' 18 championship-winning athletic teams compete on the athletic facility's indoor and outdoor complex. Indoor facilities include three fitness rooms, a six-lane swimming pool, gymnasium, athletic training room, and team room. Outdoor facilities consist of a turf field surface for field hockey, lacrosse, and soccer; an eight-lane track around the field; six tennis courts; and a softball diamond with a dirt infield and grass outfield.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Regis is located just 12 miles from Boston, America's greatest college city. Students have direct access to exciting events and attractions such as Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox; the TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins and Celtics; the Museum of Fine Arts; and Prudential and Copley shopping districts. The university's 2018 commencement ceremonies were held in the city's world-famous Seaport District. Regis is also located 4 miles from Waltham—minutes away from restaurants, shops, and businesses.
The Center for Internships and Career Placement provides a variety of career-development and job-search services for Regis students and alumni. Career Center staff assist students and graduates in planning careers, securing internships, developing resumes, implementing effective job-search strategies, identifying employers in various industries, and exploring graduate-school options. In addition, the office maintains listings of internship opportunities, as well as full-time, part-time, and summer jobs for both on and off-campus positions.
Internships are crucial and allow students to apply classroom learning to the career world and enable students to explore various opportunities while developing marketable skills. One hundred percent of Regis students participate in an internship, clinical or field work experience before graduating. Ninety-seven percent of the class of 2017 had secured professional employment and/or attended graduate school six months after graduation.
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Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Boston College
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Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: http://ope.ed.gov/security
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235 Wellesley Street
Weston, MA 024931571
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Student Union
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