Regis University (RU, Regis College, RU, Jesuit) Academics and Admissions

Academics

Founded in 1877, Regis University is a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The university is made up of Regis College, the College for Professional Studies and the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the university’s staff and faculty strive to pass on the values and skills that maintain its Jesuit heritage. U.S. News and World Report ranked Regis as one of the best universities for twelve consecutive years.

Regis University has small class sizes; nearly 80% of its classes have fewer than 20 students. Regis University professors were awarded Fulbright professorships four years in a row. Academic programs include bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and first professional degree programs. Some of the most popular areas of study at Regis are Business / Management, Computer / Information Sciences, Health Professions, Liberal Arts & Sciences, and Psychology. Online classes are available. Many Regis students also choose to participate in service learning programs in which they volunteer with different service organizations in the Denver area.

The Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions (RHCHP) at Regis offers undergraduate, graduate, certification and doctorate programs and is divided into three schools: Nursing, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy. The college also features the Health Services Administration division and the Health Care Ethics department. Some programs at RHCHP can be completed entirely online.

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Information Summary

Ranks 8th in Colorado and 609th overall. See the entire top 2,000 colleges and universities list
Overall Score (about)	85.3
Total Cost On-Campus Attendance	$53,192
Admission Success rate	N/A
ACT / SAT 75%ile scores	27 / 1230
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	16 : 1
Retention (full-time / part-time)	79% / N/A
Enrollment Total (all students)	7,907

Admissions

Admissions requirements and procedures vary for each of the three colleges. Regis accepts applications and makes decisions on a rolling basis. Students who are applying to Regis College may use the Regis application or the Common Application. While paper applications are accepted, the school recommends that applicants use either online application. There is no application fee to apply to Regis College. There are separate applications for international applicants and students applying to the master’s programs in Education or Biomedical Sciences. The admissions office for Regis College is located on the Lowell campus.

Application procedures and requirements for RHSHP depend on the program of interest, so prospective students should consult the college’s website for more information. Undergraduate applicants to the College of Professional Studies should first submit an undergraduate application form and the nonrefundable application fee. Applicants should also have official transcripts and proof of work experience sent to the office of admissions. There is also a required writing skills placement essay. Additional requirements apply to international students, as well as applicants to the graduate and education programs.

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Financial Aid

The Financial Aid Office at Regis University serves students of all three colleges. Staff members are available to assist students with the application process. Most award packages are based on demonstrated financial need, but there is a limited amount of need-blind aid available. Aid is given in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, work-study programs, and other benefits. In just one year, Regis students were awarded more than $130 million in aid from federal, state, and institutional sources. The Financial Aid Office recommends that students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1st of each year. After award packages are calculated, students will be able to view their awards online. There are payment plans available through the Student Accounts Office for both traditional and non-traditional students.

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Students

Students at Regis University may choose to live in one of the on-campus residence halls. While layouts and some amenities vary by building, all dorm rooms are fully furnished and feature Internet access, microwaves, refrigerators, cable television, and free local phone service. All of the halls have free laundry facilities, 24-hour computer labs, and shared lounges with cable television, VCRs and DVD players. 89% of students have cars on campus. Dorms in the Residence Village are for upperclassmen. Alcohol consumption in the Residence Village is permitted for those of legal age. Graduate residence facilities and living-learning communities are also available.

On-campus facilities include a huge library with hundreds of thousands of titles, a state of the art fitness center, and dining facilites. Regis has partnered with Sodexo to protect the environment and promote healthy living. The dining facilities only buy fresh ingredients from local and regional farmers. There are diverse and numerous options to accommodate different dietary preferences and requirements.

Services available for students at Regis University include nonremedial tutoring, 24-hour security services, health services, and health insurance. There are also many activities in which students can participate. The university has also hosted legendary guests that range from Pope John Paul II to Jimi Hendrix. There are athletics, intramural sports, club sports, special events, clubs, ROTC programs (in conjunction with partner schools), and student government activities. The student organizations at Regis addressing diverse interests that range from ethnic to pre-professional areas.

Some unique and exciting activities that Regis students can participate in include the Outdoor Adventure Program and Adventure Break Programs. These programs allow students to challenge themselves, learn, and have fun. Students can try activities like hiking, backpacking or snowboarding, or do community service while exploring a new culture.

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Athletics

Students at Regis are encouraged to participate in sports activities as they can foster teamwork and a healthy lifestyle. Options include cheerleading, a dance team, tennis, men’s lacrosse, and men’s rugby. Intramural sports include dodgeball, soccer, powder puff, and volleyball. The university offers men and women’s soccer, volleyball, women’s lacrosse, baseball, men and women’s basketball, softball, men and women’s cross country, and golf. Intramural athletic activities are done at one of four on-campus locations. There are also several off-campus facilities. Indoor sporting events are played in the Ranger Dome. There is an intramural football field and a baseball field. The Regis Rangers compete at the NCAA Division II level and are part of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC). Lonnie Porter, legendary Regis men’s basketball coach, has the state’s record for most games won.

Alumni

Bill Murray, actor and comedian
Arnie Herber, NFL player (recognized in the Pro Football Hall of Fame)
Banny de Brum, Marshall Islands ambassador to the United States

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