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College of Health Professions
Dyson College of Arts and Sciences
Lubin School of Business
Seidenberg School of Computer
Science and Information Systems
School of Education
School of Law
Everyone Takes a Different Path
Part of the excitement of coming to a university like Pace is
discovering what really ignites your passion and intellect. At Pace,
we welcome students who are still exploring their academic and
professional options.
That’s why we have a special Advising Center for Exploring Majors
(something you won’t find at all universities) that is committed to
helping you explore your interests, skills, and goals so that you
can feel confident in your choice of major. And with more than 100
different majors to choose from, you can enter Pace confident that
when you do decide upon your academic and career path, there
will be a major to match your interest.
Our advisers will help you chart your course for success from
day one: from the best major for you, to a successful college
experience, to your first day on the job.
Major Myths
If you’re applying for college but haven’t decided upon a major, then
you’re like most students who will make up the next freshman class!
Did you know that…
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college with a declared major will change their mind at least once.
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one specific major required to enter a career field. Employers look
for well-rounded individuals with strong skills and experience.
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major isn’t a lifetime commitment—A bachelor’s degree from a
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high-quality university shows employers that you have the writing
and analytical skills that are relevant to a wide range of areas.
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and still graduate in four years.
One of the top 20 colleges in the
U.S. that will “make you rich”
Superior Professional Education
Discovering your major can happen on the job as
well as in the classroom.
With average class sizes of only 18 students and faculty who bring
their professional skills and connections into the classroom, at
Pace, you’ll receive the individual attention, quality academics,
and real-world skills you need to succeed in the workplace.
Plus our highly respected internship program—the largest in
the New York Metropolitan Area—opens the doors to incredible
work opportunities that can start a soon as your freshman year. With the world’s top companies right at your doorstep, faculty
mentoring, and career services advisement from day one, just
imagine the resume you’ll build in four years.
The 2012 U.S.News & World Report
Short List ranked Pace among the top
10 universities in the nation for placing
undergraduates in internships
Just wrapping up her sophomore year, { Kristie Dash ’14, Communications } already has
more experience than many professionals with coveted internships at Harper’s Bazaar,
Fashion Week, NBC’s Peacock Productions, Celebuzz, E! News, and Teen Vogue. “When I
came here I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to do, but I knew that communication is a
skill that is necessary for any job,” says Kristie.“ Through my internship opportunities—
that’s really how I’m figuring out what I want to do with my career.”
Information Systems–Business
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Public Accounting (five-year program)
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American Studies
Applied Psychology and
Human Relations
Art
Art History
Arts and Science (undecided)
Biochemistry
Biology
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Computer Science
Information Technology
International Management
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Language, Culture, and World Trade
Latin American Studies
Liberal Studies#
Biology Pre-professional +
Occupational Therapy
Optometry
Physical Therapy
Podiatry Business (undecided)
Business Economics Chemistry
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Mathematics
Modern Languages and Cultures
Musical Theater*
Nursing (four-year program)
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Personality and Social Psychology
Philosophy and Religious Studies
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Chemistry
Earth Science
English
History/Social Studies
Mathematics
Education (undecided)
Education, Childhood
English
English and Communications
English Language and Literature
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Film and Screen Studies
Finance
Forensic Science
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Psychology
Quantitative Business Analysis
Sociology-Anthropology
Teaching Students with Speech and Language Disabilities
Education, Adolescent§
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Professional Computer Studies# ¶
Economics
BA in Mathematics and MST in
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Marketing Communications
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BA in Applied Psychology and Human
Relations and MS in Mental Health
Counseling
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Communication Studies
Criminal Justice
BA in History (Social Studies) and
MST in Adolescent Education
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Political Science
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Communications
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Human Resources Management
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Communication Arts and Journalism
BA in History and MPA in
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Acting
Commercial Dance
Design and Technical Theater
Directing
Women’s and Gender Studies
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MSEd in Adolescent Education††
BA in Modern Languages and Cultures
(Spanish) and MS in Publishing
BA in Philosophy and Religious Studies
and JD in Law
BA in Political Science and JD in Law
BA in Communications and JD in Law
BA in Political Science and Master of
Public Administration
BA in Computer Science and MS in
Computer Science
BA in Psychology and MA in
Psychology
BA in Computer Science and MS in
Information Systems
BA in Psychology and MS in Counseling
BA in Computer Science and MS in
Telecommunications
BA in Economics and MPA in Public
Administration
BA in English and MST in Adolescent
Education
BA in English and JD in Law
BA in English and MS in Publishing
BA in Environmental Studies and
JD in Law
BA in Environmental Studies and
MPA in Public Administration
BA in History and JD in Law
BA in Psychology and MS in Mental
Health Counseling
BA in Spanish and MST in Adolescent
Education
BBA in Public Accounting and MBA in
Public Accounting
BBA in Public Accounting and MS in
Financial Management
BBA in Public Accounting and MS in
Taxation
BS in Biology and MS in
Environmental Science
BS in Computer Science and MS
in Software Development and
Engineering
BS in Criminal Justice and JD in Law
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BA in Biology and MST in
Adolescent Education
BA in Biology and JD in Law
Marketing
Chemistry Pre-Professional
Chemical Engineering‡
BA in Adolescent Education and MSEd
in Adolescent Education††
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Management
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Biological Psychology
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Arts and Entertainment Management
Entrepreneurship
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Accelerated Combined and Dual Degrees**
Exceptional Academics
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Allied health programs are offered in conjunction with Columbia
University, New York State College of Optometry, New York Medical
College, and New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
‡ A 3/2 program in conjunction with Manhattan College and Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute.
§ Program requires students to choose a second major based on the
subject they choose to teach.
# Transfer and adult students only.
¶Offered online.
** Combined degree programs have separate admission and enrollment
requirements. Please contact the Office of Undergraduate
Admission for more details. Students who wish to enroll in the
combined degree program usually do so in their junior or senior year
at Pace and are required to meet a minimum GPA.
†† Students can choose to major in Literacy, Special Education, or
Educational Technology at the MSEd level.
Pre-med and pre-law tracks are preparatory for medical school or law
school, respectively.
Pforzheimer
Honors
College
Study with a community of exceptional undergraduate
students and distinguished faculty members
The Honors College is a place to realize your greatest potential.
It is open to students in all majors who excelled academically
in high school. This esteemed college offers a number of
important advantages including: unique Honors courses, events,
and advisement; research opportunities; support for national
scholarships and fellowships; and financial rewards including a
merit scholarship of $15,000 annually and a complimentary iPad.
www.pace.edu/academics
We Chose Pace
At Pace, we provide you with the one-on-one attention you need to ensure your
unique talents shine. Here’s what our students are saying.
Ryan Kibel ’13, Hospitality Management
For Ryan, it’s all about hospitality. That’s why he chose a
school that practices what it teaches—making students
feel welcome, introducing them to opportunities, and
helping them navigate both college life and careers.
“I chose Pace for its location. It’s a small community within
the big city, so it was not incredibly overwhelming. One
thing I love about the hospitality department is that it is
really small so students try to help each other out. The
professors at Pace also have many years of experience in
the field and many connections. Through these connections,
I was able to get a job at a hotel in Midtown!”
Julie Gill ’12, Computer Science
Take Advantage of Everything New York
Has to Offer
With two New York campuses, Pace students can take advantage of all the
metropolitan area has to offer. Pace’s New York City Campus is located in
the heart of the Financial District, while Pace Westchester is just a short
train ride away. Our professors bring real-world experience from Fortune 500
companies and internationally-recognized organizations in our backyard.
Whether you’re looking for an urban setting or a traditional college campus,
Pace gives you access to internships at the country’s most prestigious
companies, cultural and athletic events, and a tight-knit community. And with
more than 60 clubs, our students can find likeminded people to pursue their
interests and make the most of our stellar locations.
Julie was looking for a school that was large enough
for her to spread her wings, but still small enough to
feel like home.
“I was looking for a college where I wouldn’t get lost in the
masses—where I would know my professors, know my
classmates, and have a memorable experience. I wanted
a college where I would be able to take courses outside
of my major and explore various interests. I wanted a
school where I could have jobs and internships during my
education and have a chance to test out life in the real
world before graduating. I felt instantly at home and knew
that Pace was the place for me.”
Hatsue Masuyama ’14, Childhood Education and English
Inspired to become a teacher after using therapeutic
horseback riding to work with people with disabilities,
Hatsue was looking for a school that would help her
improve herself and the world.
“Teaching is a way I can live my life fulfilled by living for
the sake of others. Pace allows education majors to have
fieldwork experience earlier than many other universities,
and it is also one of a few schools that uses the Avatar
TeachLivE™ Lab where education majors can practice their
classroom skills in a realistic simulation.”
Andrew Dalessio ’14, Nursing
For Andrew, it was the hands-on experience that made
the difference. After completing gerontological rotations
at Bethel Health Care and Phelps Memorial Hospital
Center, he’s on to medical surgical and maternity clinicals,
and one step closer to saving lives as an emergency
room nurse.
“There is nothing like being able to apply what you’ve
learned in class to help patients. Even if all I can do is
comfort a patient in a time of distress, my job as nurse is
successful.”
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Fast Facts
About Pace
4/
of faculty members hold
PhD
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or
terminal degree
5
37
Fulbright winners
since 2002
11
Enrollment (Total)
12,593
Undergraduates
8,025
Graduate Students 3,749
819
Law Students Mean SAT I score
Composite ACT
Academic average of
incoming high school students
1098
23
87
Enrollment by Gender
Male Students Female Students 41%
59%
Undergraduate Enrollment—Matriculated
College of Health Professions
359
Dyson College of Arts and Sciences3,828
Lubin School of Business
2,673
School of Education Rockefeller Fellowships
since 2002
19
Watson
Fellowship
winners since 2002
10
%
higher than
students who
national undergraduate
are employed
average by graduation
Source: National Association of
Colleges and Employers
100
International students
represent
different countries
205
Seidenberg School of Computer
Science and Information Systems 579
381
Other*
Undergraduate Student
Diversity †
White (Non-Hispanic) 45%
Hispanic 15%
African American 11%
Asian/Pacific Islander
10%
Unknown
9%
Other 7%
Multi
3%
Full-Time Undergraduate
Enrollment
6,870
New York City Campus
Freshmen
Freshmen living on campus
4,550
1,083
751 (69%)
Westchester Campus
Freshmen
Freshmen living on campus
2,320
481
393 (82%)
2012-2013
Undergraduate Tuition ‡
$35,320
* Students not affiliated with a particular school or college.
Includes English Language Institute.
† Fall 2011 statistics; self reported.
‡ Fee for tuition only. Does not include fees, room, or board.
Pace University reserves the right to change tuition rates.
Robust Scholarships and Financial Aid
A Pace education is more affordable than you think. We offer an extensive
financial aid program to help you meet your educational goals.
96%
$289 million
First-year students
who received financial aid
Amount students at Pace received
last year in financial aid
$17,915 Average amount
of institutional aid offered to all new
undergraduate admits
$4,000$18,500
University-sponsored scholarships
are awarded to students on the
basis of academic merit, service to
the community, and financial need.
Financial assistance can come from
scholarships, grants, on-campus
employment, and loans. To apply,
complete the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by
February 15. You can continue
to file after this date; however,
consideration for funds will be given
on a first-come, first-served basis.
Range of merit-based awards
The Pace Net Price Calculator*
is an online tool designed to help
students and their families estimate their financial aid package. Many find
that Pace is actually more affordable than similar public and private colleges
due to the scholarships and financial aid awards offered to families.
Our Merit Scholarship Estimator is designed to help students
and their families see how much merit aid is granted based on academic
achievement.
No FAFSA required to receive award
To get started, visit www.pace.edu/calculator.
*The federal government requires colleges and universities to post a net price calculator on their websites.