Experience

Edgewood College MADISON, WISCONSIN

LOCATIONMadison, WI - Pop. 236,000 Edgewood College is located on 55 beautiful acres on the shore of Lake Wingra, minutes from the Capitol.

ENROLLMENTUndergraduates: 1,600Total: 2,800

THE AVERAGE APPLICANTAverage high school GPA: 3.4Average ACT: 23

STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO11:1

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE15

SPONSORSHIPSponsored by the Dominican Catholic Sisters of Sinsinawa.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONSMore than 50 student-led social, educational, professional and service organizations.

SCHOLARSHIPS98% of new freshmen in Fall 2014 received grants or scholarships. Scholarships range from $500-$12,000 per year. Awards are available

for excellence in academics, leadership and service, as well

as art, business, foreign language, music, nursing, science, theatre and writing.

SUPPORT SERVICESAcademic advising, career and personal counseling, learning support services, disability services, tutoring, college ministries, writing center, math lab, chapel, center for diversity & inclusion, center for global education.

HOUSINGClose to 90% of freshmen live on campus in one of four residence halls. Students are required to live on campus for their first two years.

GETTING AROUND MADISON Edgewood College students have FREE access to the following:• Over 100 miles of bike paths in

the city of Madison• The Madison Metro Bus

System• College shuttle service between

campus and downtown Madison on weekends

• Shopping shuttle to West Towne Mall and Target one night every other week

STUDY ABROADStudents have recently studied in Argentina, Australia, Cambodia, China, El Salvador, Finland, Guatemala, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom.

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES• Honors Program• Collaborative Program with

UW-Madison• Independent Research

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIESThe College encourages all students to pursue hands-on experience in their field of study. Current students are involved in places as varied as the WI State Assembly, American Family Insurance, Kraft, Toki Middle School, St. Mary’s Hospital and Centro Hispano.

JOB PLACEMENT93% of graduates are employed within one year of graduation.

NATIONAL RECOGNITION• Forbes Magazine – One of

America’s Best Colleges 2013• US News and World Report –

1st Tier/Best National College/University 2014

• Princeton Review – “Best in the Midwest” 2014

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EDGEWOOD COLLEGE HAS BEEN putting you at the center

of everything we do for more than 80 years.

We integrate the values of truth, justice, compassion, partnership and community, learned from our Sinsinawa Dominican founders, into our distinctive liberal arts curriculum.

Through service-learning and hands-on activities, we will connect your beliefs and what you learn with action. You will be prepared for a meaningful personal and professional life.

Our location on the shores of Lake Wingra in beautiful Madison, Wisconsin offers you unparalleled academic, cultural and recreational opportunities.

By creating an individualized educational experience, we will develop your intellect, spirit, imagination and heart.

Need some examples of how this really works? Enjoy our students’ stories. Think about the ones you will write as a student at Edgewood College.

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Fast Facts

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You’ll experience a learning environment where you will be asked to connect what you learn, what you believe and what you do.

Our average class size of 15 students and direct instruction from professors – not teaching assistants – gives you the opportunity to deeply engage in your academic experiences. Nursing student Kaitlyn Hartlieb, ‘15, reflects, “my professors supported and encouraged me when I had the opportunity to add work to my very first patient assessment project. Based on her Parkinson’s diagnosis, I was challenged to create a meaningful and valuable wellness plan that was tailored to my patient’s needs and abilities.”

You will also find our classroom doors extend far beyond our 55-acre campus. For Olivier Bentho, ‘15, the best academic experience has been studying abroad in France. “I highly encourage and recommend all incoming freshmen to seriously consider studying abroad during their time at Edgewood College because it opens your eyes to different parts of the world, different cultures, gives you different perspectives on life and could be truly life-changing.”

Julia McAndrews, ‘16, was excited to learn more about the field of Child Life as soon as she arrived at Edgewood College. Participating in groups like the Child Life Association and Dominican Life allowed her to develop a great support network, have fun, and make new friends. “I will always remember how much my professors have advocated for my education and success. It is amazing to know that each professor I have had cares about my life beyond Edgewood and wants the best for me after I graduate.”

HOW WILL YOU IDENTIFY THE NEEDS AND OPPORTUNITIES

of the world?

As an Edgewood College student you will develop leadership skills both in and out of the classroom. Business Management and Finance student Brady Storhoff, ‘15, has worked as an intern for the Edgewood College Bonner Leaders Program, has served as an Edgewood College Ambassador, and has been president of Edgewood College Rotaract. “I have had the opportunity

to deal first hand with real issues of Madison and the surrounding communities, involving poverty, pollution and

financial literacy. By being involved in everything, it has allowed me to take the lessons I have learned in the classroom and bring

them to the real world.”

Edgewood College Eagle student-athletes develop character on and off the field, court and course.

Ben Pratscher, ‘16, tennis player and Chemistry major, joined the staff of the Appalachia Service Project. Ben renovated sub-standard housing for low-income families in Tennessee. He put his physical strength and team leadership skills to great use changing lives for people who needed a clean, dry and

safe place to live.

Elementary education major, Stephanie Wilkins, ‘14, found ways to directly link service work and academic interests. Stephanie strengthened her mentoring and leadership skills in her roles as a Commuter Assistant and Orientation Assistant for the Office of Student Activities. By serving as a mentor to local ninth grade students in the Committed to College Program, Stephanie built a professional network and gained practical experience in a classroom-setting.

The intimate campus atmosphere at Edgewood College appealed to Art Therapy major Nellie Holmes, ‘14, because it helped her make valuable connections with faculty, staff and classmates. “That ideal college experience you have pictured in your head? Edgewood can be that experience for you if you’re willing to make it happen!”

Once you discover your passion, we’ll help you become the person you want to be. Diego Lema Hernández, ‘14, found that, despite its small size, Edgewood College has a lot to offer students, regardless of their chosen major. “The best part of my experience at Edgewood is how easy it is to feel accepted with both your peers and all the staff. You’re known by your name, not by a number. You can easily get involved in many clubs and groups, everyone is open to meeting new people.”

THINGS TO DO IN

Madison:• Walk in the Arboretum

• Conduct research on Lake Wingra

• Shop on State Street

• Go to a concert at the Overture Center

• Rent boats, canoes, and kayaks from Wingra Boats

• Bike on the Capital City Trail

• Visit the Farmer’s Market

• Check out the Vilas Zoo

• Volunteer at Luke House

OVER 50 Student-Led Organizations INCLUDING:

Achievement in Medicine • Association for Latino(a) Students • Black Student Union • Campus Activities Board

• Criminal Justice Association • Debate Society • Dominican Young Adults • Edgewood Business Association • Edgewood

College Democrats • Edgewood College Republicans • Habitat for Humanity • International Club • On the Edge Newspaper • Peer Educators • SAFE (LGBT & Allies) • Student Athlete

Advisory Committee • Student Education Association • Student Government Association • Student Nurses

Association • Theatre Assembly

Intercollegiate Athletics

NCAA DIVISION III, NORTHERN ATHLETICS COLLEGIATE CONFERENCE (NACC)

Women’s Basketball • Cross Country • Golf • Soccer •

Softball • Tennis • Track • Volleyball

Men’s Baseball • Basketball • Cross Country •

Golf • Tennis • Soccer • Track

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Nursing alum Anna Allbaugh, ‘14, credits the Edgewood College curriculum, rooted in the Dominican tradition, for preparing her to get a job and for helping her make a real difference in the world. “Edgewood College has done an excellent job preparing me for my nursing career by providing me with the knowledge I need to make educated, quick decisions on the floor, as well as providing me with a background in Dominican values that I incorporate into my nursing practice by providing just and compassionate care to my patients.”

Individualized learning, research opportunities, and supportive faculty and advisors have prepared students for entrance into competitive graduate and professional schools in a variety of fields all over the country. Jake Zadra, ‘13, who majored in History with minors in Biology and Chemistry, was admitted into the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health for Fall ‘14, where he will study to become a doctor. “Coming to Edgewood College your options are endless. You’re going to get a fantastic education that will benefit you no matter what field you choose to go into.”

How will you contribute to creating a just and compassionate world?

Edgewood College graduates are transformed by their educational experience. You will be well-prepared for finding a job in your field, committing to a year of service, or attending graduate or professional school.

An Edgewood College education will help you to develop the high level critical thinking and problem solving skills and global awareness that today’s employers are seeking. Elizabeth Kunz, who will be graduating in January ‘15 with a degree in Child Life, is completing her internship in California. She has had numerous practicums, internships, and job opportunities available to her, thanks to the reputation of the Edgewood College Child Life program. “As a student from Edgewood’s Child Life program, I have had many offers to participate in opportunities both near and far from Madison. I am able to apply for highly competitive positions in Child Life programs across the country and often place as a front runner.”

Edgewood College professors are committed to your success. Zack Wachowiak, ‘12, graduated with a degree in Accounting from Edgewood College and is now a financial analyst at Wells Fargo. He credits the small class sizes at Edgewood College with creating an ideal learning environment. “The extra classroom attention allowed me to better understand the coursework, which prepared me well for a career in finance. Additionally, the Liberal Arts focus at Edgewood College allowed me to gain expertise in other subjects besides my major area of study. These additional courses helped me with my problem-solving abilities and made me a more well-rounded candidate for employment upon graduation.”

Alumni in ActionNICK WILZ, BS ‘07

Groundskeeper, Minnesota Twins

RONALD WALSH, ED.D ‘10 Superintendent, Elk Mound Area School District

MICHAEL J. PIERICK, BS ‘92 Vice President for Finance and Administration,

Northeastern Illinois University

KIM SPONEM, MBA ‘98 CEO/President, Summit Credit Union

TYLER DAHMEN, BS ‘07 & JUSTIN DAHMEN, BS ‘10 Co-owners, Dahmen’s Pizza Place

ALEXANDER VEIDT, BS ‘13 Localization Coordinator, Trek Bicycle Corporation

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WHO ARE YOU AND WHO CAN YOU BECOME at Edgewood College?

MAJORS & MINORSAccountingArtArt History*Art TherapyBiologyBroad Field Natural ScienceBroad Field Social StudiesBusinessChemistryChild LifeCommunication StudiesComputer Information SystemsCriminal JusticeCytotechnologyEconomicsEducationEnglish

Environmental ScienceEnvironmental Studies*Ethnic StudiesFilm Studies*FrenchGraphic DesignHistoryIndividualized majors and minorsInternational RelationsLatin American Studies*MathematicsMedical Science

- Radiography, SonographyMusicNursingPhilosophy*Photography*Physics*

Political SciencePsychologyReligious StudiesSociologySpanishTheatre ArtsWeb Design and DevelopmentWomen’s and Gender Studies**Minor only

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMSDentalEngineeringLawMedicinePharmacyPhysical TherapySocial WorkVeterinary Medicine

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Know what you want to study? Still figuring it out? Either way, we’ll help you write your story.

1000 EDGEWOOD COLLEGE DRIVE | MADISON, WI | 53711 | 608.663.2294 | 800.444.4861 EXT. 2294 | ADMISSIONS@EDGEWOOD.EDU | WWW.EDGEWOOD.EDU

Visit Us!

INDIVIDUAL VISITS Individual visits are available Monday through Friday.

We’ll arrange a visit to match your interests. You can tour the campus, sit in on a class, meet with a professor or coach, eat in one of our dining facilities, and even stay overnight with a student host.

Setting up an individual visit is easy! • Call us at 608.663.2294 or 1.800.444.4861 ext. 2294

• Email admissions@edgewood.edu • Use our online visit request form at www.edgewood.edu

EDGEWOOD COLLEGE PREVIEW DAYS October 17, 2014 October 31, 2014

April 25, 2015

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Lake Wingra

Henry Vilas Zoo

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Lake Monona

UW Memorial Union

Lake Mendota

State Street Capitol

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UW Union South

UW Arboretum