Location: Redlands, California
Type: Private university
About:
The University of Redlands is a dynamic private liberal arts and sciences university located in Redlands, in the Inland Empire of Southern California. Redlands’ 2,700 students from 30 countries study in 50 programs, many which are nationally and internationally recognized. The University of Redlands is ranked #12 among Universities in the Western United States by U.S. News and World Report. Students enjoy a residential campus (70% of students live on-campus) with over 120 student organizations and a study abroad participation rate of 60%. Small classes and a beautiful setting close to the beaches of the Pacific, Orange County Amusement Parks, and within one hour of five major airports are other attributes of the Redlands experience.
Fast Facts:
- 50 academic programs
- 21 Fulbright Students over the past 10 years
- 18-22 average class size
- 13:1 student to faculty ratio
- Located 1 hour from Los Angeles
- 187 Faculty/92% with highest degree in their field
- 58% of students study abroad
- 2,700 students from 44 states and 45 countries
- City of Redlands: 70,000
- 75% of students live on campus all 4 years
Recognitions and rankings:
- Ranked by Forbes in the top 25% of America’s Best colleges
- Ranked #12 among regional universities in the West by US News and World Report
- Ranked by Princeton Review as one of the Best 380 Colleges
- Named One of Higher Ed’s Best Kept Secrets in the Fiske Guide to Colleges
- Ranked in the Top 7% of four year colleges for alumni earning above expectation by the Economist
Athletics:
University of Redlands athletic teams are known as the ‘Bulldogs’. They are members of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Association and are ranked in the NCAA Division III.
Men’s teams: Baseball, basketball, cross-country, diving, football, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and water polo
Women’s teams: Basketball, cross-country, diving, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and water polo
School Information:
Programs:
The College of Arts and Sciences offers more than 40 avenues to discover and develop your academic goals and lay a broad liberal arts foundation that enlarges your perspective and sharpens your thinking.
In addition, the University of Redlands offers programs through the following schools:
- School of Business
- School of Education
- School of Continuing Studies
- School of Music
- Center for Spatial Studies
University of Redlands academic programs: http://www.redlands.edu/study/undergraduate/
Housing:
All students at the University of Redlands are required to live on campus for the duration of their undergraduate career except in specific circumstances. Redlands students place a high priority on creating a genuine sense of community in our residence halls. Hall staff members and other student leaders play a pivotal role in planning hall activities and programs that encourage students to grapple with social and intellectual challenges.
Our departmental mission statement is ‘Building Lasting Communities of Learning’. We strive to do this by:
- Fostering the development of healthy interpersonal relationships
- Stimulating a dedication to responsible community engagement
- Encourage growth, self-discovery, and self-advocacy
- Developing a commitment to diversity awareness and social justice
University of Redlands housing information: http://www.redlands.edu/student-life/residence-life-housing/
Entry of requirements:
- The Common Application, including the personal essay and University of Redlands member
- $30 application fee
- Official transcripts from all secondary schools attended
- One letter of recommendation from guidance/college counselor and/or the Common Application Secondary school report
- One letter of recommendation from a teacher who can speak to your academic ability
- SAT or ACT score for students whose first language is English
Students whose first language is not English, may meet English proficiency by one of the following:
550 SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
500 SAT Critical Reading
21 ACT English and Reading Sections
TOEFL minimum 80iBT/550
IELTS minimum 6.5
University of Redlands information for international student applications: http://www.redlands.edu/admissions-and-aid/undergraduate/apply/
Tuition:
The breakdown of tuition and fees for 2017-2018 is as follows:
- Tuition (Fall, Spring and May terms): $47,722
- Room & board (double occupancy, standard meal plan): $13,862
- Associated student fee (student activities): $350
- Matriculation fee (one-time fee for all new students): $150
- Annual Total: $62,084
*Additional costs: Books and Supplies: $1,850 (estimate only)
Health insurance: $1,741 for 2016-2017 academic year. The insurance fee for the 2017-2018 is TBD. Students must provide proof of personal major medical coverage before the start of each academic year for waiver of insurance costs.
Financial Aid/Scholarships:
More than 90% of students at the University of Redlands receive financial aid of some kind. The university can offer up to $27,000 in merit scholarships as well as limited need-based financial aid.
