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MAJORS AND CERTIFICATE

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CLASS SIZECarlow University

for big thinkers.

Carlow University A SMALL SCHOOL

for big thinkers.Situated on a small hilltop at the edge of Oakland—just

overlooking downtown Pittsburgh—Carlow University

is rooted in tradition and reaching toward the future.

Our student-centered culture and commitment to

providing a transformational education are just a few of

the reasons why students and families from Pennsylvania

and around the world choose us year after year.

At Carlow, the “right answer” is only part of

the equation. Learning how to shape questions, how

to tackle deep-seated problems, and how to affect

change is always part of the bigger picture.

Carlow is a special place for special students (like you!).

We look for young women and men who share

our commitment to making the world a better

place for themselves and others. Before long

you’ll become part of the fabric of the Carlow

community. Your professors will become

mentors, your classmates will become friends,

and your friends will become family.

And when it’s time to leave, you’ll be

career-ready, prepared not just for a career

when you graduate, but for opportunities

that don’t even exist yet. Your Carlow

experience will provide and help you build

connections— through alumni, faculty,

internships, and programs—that will last a

lifetime. And that is the Carlow Difference!

THE CARLOW DIFFERENCE.

“I love the instructors’willingness to provide

any help needed—inside and outside of the classroom.”

Phoenix MooreClass of 2014

“Having small classes was important to me. You need to have that kind of connection with your professors.”

— Emily Wasel Social Work, Class of 2012

“We have a strong liberal arts foundation that gives our students the basic skill set that we know employers want. With the service-learning component, we’re able to extend our scholarly knowledge into the practical world, linking the curriculum to the community—it’s a transformational experience.”

Allyson Lowe, PhDPolitical Science

Lowe’s expertise in gendered policy development in the European Union and concern with marginalized populations brings a global focus to her work with students interested in political science and pre-law.

NOT JUST PROFESSORS ...

people who care.

“Being a professional artist models professional behavior for students. It shows them that I am a practicing professional as well as a professor, and helps keep me current as an artist, which is a big benefit to them.”

Dale Huffman, MFAArt

As a professor and professional potter, Huffman uses his international connections to take his students abroad to help build kilns and hone their craft.

Carlow University president Suzanne K. Mellon, PhD, greets students on the campus green.

“I really believe that we as human beings injure each other; I don’t think we always do it intentionally. My hope is that I can help be instructional in how we can heal through each other.”

Mary Burke, PhDCounseling

Burke, a beloved professor of counseling, founded and directs the Project to End Human Trafficking, a U.S.-based nonprofit group working to raise awareness about the enslavement and economic exploitation of human beings.

“We know that innovative teaching methodologies are critical, not only for enhancing the skills of our future nurses, but for enhancing the quality of care that they’ll deliver to future patients.”

Cindy Fickley DNP, MSN, BSN, RNUndergraduate Nursing

Fickley’s specialty is pediatric nursing, with a focus on simulation technology learning and medication calculations.

“Social work is ‘big-picture’ work—we help the most vulnerable, and believe in the dignity of all people.”

Jessica Friedrichs, MSW, MPASocial Work

For Friedrichs–who spent four years facilitating and co-teaching global service-learning courses in Bolivia, Tanzania, Northern Ireland, Jamaica, and the Navajo Nation before coming to Carlow—the big picture means making connections so that she can best reach those in need—and teach others to do the same.

“You need to look for interesting opportunities. Meet people you might never have met. See a movie that you might not typically go to. Do things you wouldn’t usually do. Otherwise, nothing new will ever happen.”

Enrique Mu, PhD, MBA, MSManagement

Mu’s expertise in Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), a prioritization and selection methodology, is at the heart of a brand new study that has caught the eye of the international law enforcement community.

Our classes are taught by faculty members who are not only experts in their fields, but who exhibit an ardent, deeply-rooted commitment to the practice of teaching.

Don’t have one yet? We’ll help you get there.

With more than 50 undergraduate majors, we offer a wide variety of programs, concentrations, certifications, and accelerated programs that turn a spark of curiosity into real-world skills that make a difference.

We work hard to foster the intellectual and

emotional growth of students both inside

and outside the classroom. To make all of

this possible, we invest in small classes,

passionate teachers, and a supportive

learning environment that allows for

flexibility and self-discovery—because

knowledge is gained not only through formal

instruction but also through experience,

collaboration, conversation, and reflection.

STUDY YOUR PASSION.

“Carlow is a great place to let your voice be heard, to be comfortable, and to have open dialog. The professors come from so many amazing walks of life, yet

they are dedicated to serving the under-served. You can really draw a relationship between what you

learn at Carlow and what is actually happening in the real world.”

Melinda WardSociology, Class of 2012

In November 2013, Melinda spent two weeks in the war-torn West Bank as part of an Interfaith Peace-Builders

delegation, observing conflict from both sides. She had the chance to meet with Palestinian and Israeli

activists, leaders, and officials and stayed with Palestinians in their village homes. Today, Melinda is a youth

counselor with Holy Family Institute, working with at-risk teenagers and Haitian refugees. Her goal?

Graduate school to study public policy and international affairs, of course.

Leah Cole, Nursing, Class of 2018

Accounting

Art • with concentration in Art History• with concentration in Ceramics• with concentration in Painting and Drawing• with Art Education and certification

(Grades K-12)

Art Therapy Preparation

Biology • with concentration in Autopsy Specialist• with concentration in Human Biology• with certification in Perfusion Technology• with Secondary Education/Biology

certification (Grades 7-12)• with Secondary Education/General Science

certification (Grades 7-12)• with Molecular/Cell Biology interest• with Organismal and Ecological interest

Business Management

Chemistry• with Secondary Education/Chemistry

certification (Grades 7-12)

Communication and Media

Corporate Communication

Creative Writing

Criminal Justice• with concentration in Corrections

Early Childhood Education• with certification (PreK through Grade 4)

Early Development and Learning

English• with Secondary Education/English

certification (Grades 7-12)

Forensic Accounting

History• with Secondary Education/Social Studies

certification (Grades 7-12)

Human Resource Management and Technology

Liberal Studies

Management in Health Services

Mathematics• with Secondary Education/Math certification

(Grades 7-12)

Middle Level Education• with English/Language Arts certification • with English/Language Arts and

Mathematics certifications • with English/Language Arts and Science

certifications • with Mathematics certification • with Science certification • with Science and Mathematics certifications • with Social Studies certification • with Social Studies and Mathematics

certifications • with Social Studies and Science certifications

Nursing • BSN• RN to BSN (nursing license required) online option available

Philosophy

DISCOVER YOUR MAJOR.

Carlow’s innovative and distinctive Compass core curriculum integrates liberal arts courses with specific, concrete learning outcomes in combination with a student’s major. While courses are liberal-arts based, they are also designed to assist students in honing the skills and abilities that employers consider to be critical in their employees: problem solving, critical thinking, and strong oral and written communication skills.

Learn more about our academic programs, meet our faculty members, and more at www.carlow.edu/academics.

Political Science• with concentration in Computer

Investigations and Security

Psychology• with concentration in Counseling• with concentration in Human Development• with concentration in Crisis and Trauma

Respiratory Care

Social Work• with concentration in Behavioral

Health Services• with concentration in Crisis and Trauma

Sociology

Special Education Certification• must be combined with certification

in Early Childhood, Middle Level, or Secondary Education

Theology

Undecided

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Accounting

Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement

Forensic Accounting

PRE-PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS

Athletic Training Osteopathy

Dentistry Pharmacy

Law Physical Therapy

Medicine Physician Assistant

Occupational Therapy Podiatry

Optometry Veterinary Medicine

AFFILIATE PROGRAMS WITH THE ART INSTITUTE OF PITTSBURGH

Art: Graphic Design

Art: Interactive Media

Art: Media Arts/Animation

Art: Photography

DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMS WITH DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY

3/3 JD Law Program

Biology/BS to MS in Biotechnology

3/2 Biology/Environmental Science and Management

DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH

3/3 JD Law Program

SAVE TIME AND MONEY: ACCELERATED PROGRAMS

BUSINESSBS to Master of Business AdministrationBS to MS in Fraud and Forensics

EARLY EDUCATION / SPECIAL EDUCATIONBA to MEd with certification in Special Education

PSYCHOLOGYBS to MS in Professional Counseling

NURSINGRN-BSN to MS in Nursing

HONORS PROGRAM

We invite exceptional students who wantto excel in intellectual development andleadership skills to advance their personaland professional success and make asignificant contribution to society throughthe Honors Program at Carlow. HonorsProgram benefits include:

• Enhanced opportunities for travel and study abroad

• Work with Honors faculty, scholars, researchers, and advisors

• Individual research projects

• Small, interactive classes

• Early course registration

• Designation of “Carlow Scholar” on transcripts

For a complete and up-to-date listing of our programs, visit www.carlow.edu/academics

“The Carlow community is the whole reason I ended up doing psycholinguistic research this summer. My professors helped me through the entire application process, and now I have the opportunity to publish my own article on the subject. Getting published as an undergraduate is an amazing opportunity!”

Jalina McClarin Psychology, Class of 2015

Jalina participated in the Committee on Institutional Cooperation’s highly competitive Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) studying psycholinguis-tics—the interaction between language and cognitive processes—at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Whatever nickname you choose, there’s no denying that there’s something special happening at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela (Mah-non-gah-HAY-lah) rivers. It’s the hub of creativity and reinvention and a gateway to endless possibilities.

Pittsburgh is consistently ranked among America’s “best” cities: Most Livable (#1 in 2015, 2014 and 2011); Safest (#3 in 2013); Smartest (#1 in 2013); Greenest (#8 in 2014); and—aaah— Most Relaxed (#8 in 2014). It’s no wonder Pittsburgh serves as headquarters for some of our nation’s leading Fortune 500 businesses, including Alcoa, Heinz, and PPG Industries. Pittsburgh offers the cultural and professional opportunities of a major metropolitan area with the charm of a friendly, small town.

There’s a world-class cultural arts community right in our backyard, with museums, theaters, dance companies, and concert halls all within walking distance of Carlow’s campus. We’re home to more than 50 renowned hospitals and health systems, and recognized worldwide as a center for medical and technological innovation. Google lives here, along with more than 3,000 other research, development, and technology companies. And when the Steelers, Penguins, or Pirates are in town, things get even more exciting!

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12.

THE ‘BURGH.

THE STEEL CITY.

CITY OF CHAMPIONS.

“Carlow has one of the best nursing schools in the Pittsburgh region. In saying that, job placement rates are very high, which makes my dreams of becoming a nurse just a little more of a reality every year I am here.”

Caroline SieberNursingClass of 2019

STUDENTSSOUND OFF.

YOUR EDUCATION: YOUR PERSONALITY, YOUR VALUES,

and your aspirations.

“Everyone at Carlow has this urge to help each other and others. Everyone I’ve encountered in the past two years is so compassionate. I truly believe this school takes their core values seriously.”

Antonia MurabitoCommunication for AdvocacyClass of 2016

“I love how much the professors care about the success and general well-being of their students. The professors are dedicated to aiding their students in the learning process and in all other aspects of life. The professors also really encourage and link students to real-life, practical experience within their majors.”

Catherine ForadoriEnglish/Political ScienceClass of 2015

“I feel that my studies at Carlow have made me a more well-rounded student. Carlow is a liberal arts university, and I think this factor will stand out to potential employers in the future.”

Brittany TomasicPsychology Class of 2017

“I love that we can take advantage of the small classes while still getting that ‘big university’ feeling of being in Oakland.”

Matt DoranHuman Resource Management and Technology; Business Management; Management in Health ServicesClass of 2017

Carlow offers students all the traditional benefits of a liberal arts university—a welcoming, value-centered campus; small class sizes; close mentoring relationships between faculty and students; and a challenging academic environment—while also providing additional opportunities for experiential learning and research.

Choosing a college is an investment in your future, and Carlow takes that seriously by delivering a high-quality, personalized education to each student who sets foot on campus.

At Carlow, affordability is our primary focus. Many

Carlow students and their families rely on financial

aid to pay for their education—in fact, 100% of incoming

first-year students receive financial assistance,

including many who thought they simply couldn’t afford

to attend college.

In addition to federal and state financial aid

opportunities, Carlow offers need- and merit-based

aid to qualified students, including:

—Undergraduate awards and scholarships

—Athletic scholarships

—Need-based awards

—Carlow grants and discounts

For the most up-to-date financial aid information,

visit www.carlow.edu/affordability.

THE BEST INVESTMENT YOU WILL EVER MAKE.

It’s no wonder Washington Monthly listed us (two years running!) among the top 20 “Best Bang-for-the-Buck”

private colleges in the country and Educate To Career listed

Carlow as a top 100 school for doing the best job of

preparing students to find well-paying jobs in their fields

after graduation.

“I chose Carlow because of the opportunity it afforded me to get to know my professors, to ask them questions, or to get their help after class. It was important to me that I would not be a number or just an anonymous face in class, and that my voice as a student would be heard.”

Jehosha Wright, Art Therapy, Class of 2015

Jehosha was not only a leader of the newly-formed men’s basketball team, he was also responsible for its formation. In 2012 he conducted a survey of the student body and discovered that the number one most requested new sport was men’s basketball. With this information, he lobbied the administration, and the rest, as they say, is history!

By becoming a scholar-athlete at Carlow, you’re encouraged to explore

the development of your unique athletic abilities, which will enhance

experiences during your time on campus and beyond.

With more than 40 athletes honored for outstanding academic and

athletic achievement by the NAIA and USCAA in the last year alone,

it’s no wonder the NAIA has designated Carlow University

a “Champions of Character” institution.

BREAK A SWEAT.Don’t be fooled by our ever-cheerful mascot — athletics are serious business at Carlow University!

We’re proud to sponsor a variety of

intercollegiate teams, including:

• BASKETBALL (M) (W)

• CROSS COUNTRY (M) (W)

• SOCCER (W)

• SOFTBALL (W)

• TENNIS (W)

• VOLLEYBALL (W)

Carlow also offers a number

of club-level sports.

New for Fall 2016• MEN’S AND WOMEN’S GOLF • MEN’S SOCCER

“Being a biology perfusion major and playing for the first men’s basketball team here at Carlow has been a win-win situation for me.”

— Zach Talley Biology/Perfusion Technology, Class of 2018

Clubs! It’s impossible to resist the lure of a great student club, and whether you’re a weekend playwright, a wintertime ski bum, or a traveler with wanderlust, you’re sure to find an outlet on campus.

Dance division? Yep. LGBT and Allies? We’ve

got that, too. The possibilities are endless,

giving you the chance to have fun, broaden

your horizons, and make life-long friends.

For a complete list, visit www.carlow.edu/activities.

And while you’re in the “joining” mood, why

not consider living on campus? More than

half of our undergraduates call our residence

halls home, making them fun, friendly places

that are full of spirit—not to mention great

amenities like air conditioning, laundry

facilities on each floor, and microfridges in

every room!

FIND YOUR PLACE.

“Take a good look at Carlow, inside and out. Everyone you see is involved in their

community. Carlow can easily help you make the right connections.”

Chanessa SchulerMass Media, Class of 2012

Chanessa Schuler knew she wanted a career in media. She also wanted to impact the world around her. Her current position as a multimedia specialist with the

Saturday Light Brigade (SLB Radio Productions,Inc.) grew out of a Carlow-arranged internship through the Youth

Media Advocacy Project (YMAP), and allows her to do both.

Student groups met on the Carlow University green for the

“Celebration of Life,” modeled after the Indian festival of Holi.

Alpha Kappa Alpha

Alpha Phi Omega

American Chemical Society

Beta Beta Beta

Black Student Union

Business Leaders of Carlow

Campus Activities Board

Carlow Chronicle

Carlow National Association for the Education of Young Children

Carlow University Theatre Group

Carlow University Theatre Dance Division

Commuter Student Association

Delta Gamma Beta

Kappa Delta Epsilon

LGBT and Allies

Pennsylvania State Education Association

Psychology Club

Sigma Tau Delta

Social Work Student Association

Sociology Club

Student Nurses Associationof Pennsylvania

S.P.i.R.i.T. (Student Promotion and Recruitment Team)

Strong Women, Strong Girls

Student Athlete Association

Student Government Association

Student Leaders and Communication

Women in Communications

“As a senator for SGA, treasurer for SLC, member of Tri Beta, and team leader for S.P.i.R.i.T, I’ve been rewarded with more leadership opportunities than I ever thought possible on a college campus.”

— Toni Murabito Communication for Advocacy, Class of 2016

Transforming Our WorldAt Carlow we work to provide transformational learning

experiences for our students while cultivating a culture

of caring both inside and outside the classroom. But it’s

not all books, all the time: your experience at Carlow

is the beginning of a process of life-long learning,

scholarship, and research.

To do this, we give it more than lip service: we’re

passionate about service-learning, a process of

educating through meaningful community service. It’s

an approach that works for our students and faculty,

and a philosophy that has guided Carlow University-

affiliated work for years, both locally and globally.

With this in mind, all students are invited and

encouraged to tend to their spiritual well-being by

participating in a variety of faith-formation and service

opportunities both on the Carlow campus and throughout

the Pittsburgh area. This might mean volunteering at a

soup kitchen, collecting blankets for the homeless, or

singing in the church choir—students choose from a

variety of activities and organizations that speak to the

mission and vision of our Catholic foundresses, the

Sisters of Mercy.

In 1843 a small group of Sisters of Mercy traveled from Carlow, Ireland, and arrived in Pittsburgh with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Like our students and alumni of today, they were risk-takers and life-changers.

After establishing numerous schools, an orphanage, and the Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh, the sisters founded Carlow University under the name of Mount Mercy College. In 1969, Mount Mercy College was renamed Carlow College.

In 2004, in recognition of our outstanding faculty and our commitment to innovative, diverse, and competitive programs on both the undergraduate and graduate level, Carlow was granted university status.

OURMERCYROOTS.

There are hundreds of study abroad options to explore at

Carlow University. Through our Center for Global Learning,

you can pursue a Carlow-sponsored study abroad program or

one of your own choosing. Our faculty and staff are on hand to

help you choose the right international program, one that will

broaden your mind and allow you to thrive.

GET THERE FROM HERE.

Ireland. Italy. India. If you can name it, we can help get you there.

Rachel Roscoe, Nursing Cyprus 2012

Amanda Berg, Forensic Accounting England 2010

Ashley Renze, Nursing Tanzania 2012

Miranda Pollock, Biology Australia 2012

Allison Samel, Biology Ireland 2011

Brian Gaither, Political Science China 2012

UNIVERSITY COMMONSThe center of life and learning on campus.

You’ll find state-of-the-art computer labs

and study spaces, spacious, naturally-

lit student lounges, a café, an art

gallery, Carlow’s library and

bookstore, and an array of

student service offices. It’s

the center of creativity

and reinvention and a

gateway to endless

possibilities.

COME CHECK OUT OUR BEAUTIFUL NEW

Carlow’s campus is nestled between the hubbub of downtown and the fun of Oakland. It’s a lively place that crackles with the energy of student engagement.

But it’s not all electric all the

time: lie down on the lush grass

of the campus green; find a cozy

reading nook in the residence

halls; catch up with a friend on

the waterfall patio. When you’re

on campus, the city’s bright

lights fade into the background,

and for the moment, you’re

home.

WELCOMEHOME.

Our waterfall patio, nestled between

University Commons and Dougherty Hall.

“Carlow was the best choice I ever made. There are so many

opportunities for service through leadership. I took these

opportunities and ran with them, and honestly, it helped me get a job.”

Chelsea SchreinerEarly Childhood/Special Education

Class of 2012

Carlow graduates often find that when it comes to jobs, the sky’s the limit.

In fact, in 2014 Educate To Career conducted

a nationwide analysis of post-graduation job

placement and earnings, and ranked Carlow

among the top 6 percent of universities in the

nation.

Here are just a few of the places that employ

Carlow graduates:

GRADUATION IS ONLY THE BEGINNING.

3E Trading

The Andy Warhol Museum

Allegheny Department of Human Services

American Society for Microbiology

BNY Mellon

Center for Organ Recovery and Education

Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Citizens Bank

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Deloitte & Touche LLP

Duquesne City School District

Eckert Seamans

Federated Investors

Fox Hills

Girl Scouts of America

Highmark, Inc.

H.J. Heinz

KPMG, LLP

The League of American Theatres and Producers

Manchester Craftsman’s Guild

ModCloth

Montour School District

National Science Foundation

National Institutes of Health

Nederlander Producing Company of America

North Hills School District

Penn Hills School District

PPG Industries

Pittsburgh City Council

Pittsburgh Public Schools

Pittsburgh Steelers

PNC Bank

ROOT Sports Pittsburgh

Saturday Light Brigade

Shady Side Academy

Sisterson, LLC

UPMC

UPMC Health Plan

U.S. Department of Defense

U.S. Steel Corporation

Walt Disney World Resort

Western Pennsylvania School for the Blind

West Penn Hospital

Westinghouse

Many of our current students will tell you it was their first visit to campus that

confirmed their decision to attend Carlow. Set foot on our park-like campus, meet the

fantastic students, faculty, and staff, and you’ll know pretty quickly if Carlow is the

place for you. To view our upcoming campus visits and schedule your own appointment,

check out www.carlow.edu/visit

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SWEET!YOU DECIDED “YES.”Carlow’s online application makes it easy to apply for admission whenever you’re ready, and the sooner you apply, the sooner you can be accepted.

Admission, scholarship consideration, and housing options are offered on a rolling basis, so don’t delay—apply online for free today! Visit www.carlow.edu/apply

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Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To schedule an individual

visit or to talk with your personal admissions counselor,

please call 412.578.6059 or email admissions@carlow.edu.

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