“Wheeling Jesuit University offers so much for
our students: a Jesuit education in the spiritual
tradition of St. Ignatius Loyola, and a beautiful
campus where students easily engage each other
and our faculty in an atmosphere of respect and
encouragement.”
Rev. HARRY GEIB, S.J.
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Campus Ministry & Residence Hall Chaplain
LIFE
At Wheeling Jesuit University, our philosophy is rooted in the Jesuit
educational tradition that spans more than 450 years. Academic
excellence, a commitment to serve others and the desire to educate the whole
person — these are the values that make a Jesuit education unique.
We prepare students for thinking in a moral context about relevant, global
topics. The experiences our students gain prepare them for careers in
boardrooms, classrooms, medical centers, laboratories and non-profit
organizations, among other exciting opportunities. No matter their career
path, our graduates are making a difference in the world.
use your COMMUNITY
As a first-year student, you will live in freshman housing that promotes community with your peers and
gives you the opportunity to form life-long friendships. Each floor of every residence hall has a resident assistant who
will usher you through the intricacies of making the transition to dorm life. On the academic side, a faculty advisor
will guide you through your course work at Wheeling Jesuit. This guidance has been well received with 87% of
graduating students recognizing a faculty member or Jesuit as a mentor.
use your BACKYARD
With 70% of students participating in internships and field experiences within the local community,
Wheeling certainly earns its reputation of being a small town with big opportunities.
Situated in the northern panhandle of West Virginia on the Ohio River, Wheeling is a tight-knit, safe community with all the amenities
of a large city. Wheeling’s charm includes unique stores and shopping complexes, beautiful parks, walking trails, coffee
shops and its very own symphony. Local landmark favorites, like The Alpha for drinks and wings and DiCarlo’s for pizza by the
slice, are a short walk or bike ride from campus. If a weekend trip with friends is in the cards, Pittsburgh is just an hour away, while
Columbus, Cleveland and Charleston are within a three-hour drive from Wheeling.
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“Even though I grew up thousands of miles away,
Wheeling Jesuit has provided a sense of belonging
to a family that you don’t find just anywhere.
I can’t see myself anywhere else. And no matter
where I end up professionally, I will always call
Wheeling Jesuit ‘home.’ ”
ANDREW HICKEY
Hometown: Loughborough, UK
Major: Business Management
use your CULTURE
With students from more than 21 countries and throughout the United States, Wheeling Jesuit is truly a global community.
Diversity is always celebrated as students from all faiths, ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds call our
campus home. We honor these differences annually at our campus-wide Culture Fest, an event where students share their heritage
and customs with peers, faculty and the local community.
At Wheeling Jesuit,
educating for
leadership is an integral
part of your academic
experience. Whether you are
tutoring another student,
LEADERSHIP
campaigning for student
government, implementing a
service project, or rallying
your teammates
before a game,
leadership is a trait that
will enable you to serve
others throughout
your life.
use your CLASSROOM
Taking advantage of everything Wheeling Jesuit has to offer — a 65-acre campus with modern facilities coupled with a 550-acre
retreat farm and research preserve — means that your classroom isn’t equipped simply with a whiteboard.
Whether classes are held in traditional rooms, at the creek side or in a performing arts studio, venture in and you will hear something
far too infrequent in education today — conversation. Our 15-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures that classrooms will
never be mistaken for amphitheaters or arenas. At our University, quality discussions reign and students flourish. It’s no coincidence
that 97% of students report interacting with their professors outside of the classroom.
“As a professor in the Biology department at WJU,
I have an opportunity to draw on my many years
of diverse teaching experience. The students here are
inquisitive and the conversation held both in and
out of the classroom is enriching for all involved.”
Rev. DONALD SERVA, S.J.
Hometown: Mogadore, OH
Biology
use your
RESOURCES
At Wheeling Jesuit, 56% of undergraduates
participate in research projects (vs. 19% as the
national average). Our multimillion-dollar Acker Science Center
contains modern teaching resources and state-of-the-art
laboratories, providing you with the means to undertake cuttingedge research projects. You’ll have opportunities for
internships off campus and at our two on-campus NASAsponsored institutions, the Center for Educational Technologies
and the National Technology Transfer Center.
“I was looking for a school where I could do it all. I wanted
the ability to challenge myself both in the classroom as well
as in the pool. Wheeling Jesuit gives me everything I need to
be successful no matter what the obstacle...whether it be a
tough Chem exam or the conference championships. I know
that the lessons I learn at Jesuit as a student-athlete will
serve me well long after I graduate.”
TOM SMITH
Hometown: Tuscon, AZ
Major: Chemistry
use your
TALENTS
Home of the Cardinals, Wheeling Jesuit has
19 NCAA Division II athletic teams. With 63
championships and more than 45
Academic All-Americans, our victories
Men’s Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Rugby (varsity)
Soccer
Swimming
Track & Field (Indoor & Outdoor)
take place on the field and in the classroom.
athletics
Women’s Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Track & Field (Indoor & Outdoor)
Volleyball
SERVICE
A key component of the Jesuit outlook is taking part in service. That means getting out, getting your hands dirty and
helping others who need it. That means challenging injustice, seeking reform and changing things. But it also means
having fun, learning about yourself and finding friends who share your passions.
The Service for Social Action Center arranges service immersion trips throughout the year for our students. Some
examples include: mentoring at-risk youth; planting gardens at community centers; cleaning, painting, and flipping mattresses
for the elderly; serving and interacting with the poor; chopping wood in Appalachia; marching in Washington, D.C. in support of
important issues; rebuilding communities and wetlands in New Orleans; and visiting villages in Central America.
Nearly every student on campus is involved in service of some sort, whether
locally, nationally or across the globe. In fact, our students donated
more than 26,000 hours of service time in the last year alone.
WJU has also been named to the 2012 President’s Higher Education
Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and
Community Service (CNCS). We are proud to be amoung the national leaders of
higher education institutions for volunteering, service-learning
and civic engagement.
use your
FAITH
We are a Catholic university, but
students at Wheeling Jesuit focus
on discovering and exploring their
own faith. An hour from campus, the
Lantz Farm offers the perfect setting
for retreats and spiritual reflection.
The Jesuit conviction of “finding
God in all things” is especially
prevalent at Wheeling Jesuit, fueled
by the curiosity and varying beliefs
of our students.
At Wheeling Jesuit, 76% of graduates
who participated in a retreat found it
to be an extremely significant
part of their college
experience.
USE YOUR U.
Whether deciding on a school or deciding on a major, you are looking for what best suits you — you are
looking for the right fit. At Wheeling Jesuit, we take our motto, “Luceat Lux Vestra” or
“Let Your Light Shine,” seriously. We will help you discover the greatness inside of you, harness it and prepare
you for a successful and rewarding life after graduation.
“The most promising opportunities lay waiting for students who have been taught to think critically, lead dutifully and be open to serving others.”—Richard A. Beyer, President
100%
Over the past decade, WJU graduates achieved:
+ 100% pass rate on nursing licensing exams
+ 100% pass rate on respiratory therapy exams
+ 100% acceptance for physical therapy graduate programs
+ 100% acceptance rate into medical school and law school
“Since coming to Wheeling Jesuit University,
CAMPUS LIFE
Involvement on campus is a hallmark of our students. You could be standing on
stage in a production at Troy Theater or floating down whitewater rapids at one of
the Adventure Society’s outdoor odysseys. You might join Campus Ministry, play an
instrument in the pep band or end up auditioning for �Jesuit Idol. � Maybe you’ll write
a column for the Cardinal Connection, our student-run newspaper. Whatever it is
that interests you, you’ll find an outlet on our campus.
Weekends at Wheeling Jesuit are full of excitement. The Ratt, our on-campus pub,
hosts bands every Friday along with theme nights throughout the year. Our Campus
Activities Board plans events year-round for students, including the annual Last
Blast weekend, complete with obstacle courses, rock climbing, concerts and a
highly competitive raft race down Wheeling Creek. To unwind after a long week, stop
by Campus Coffee in the center of campus for Starbucks® with friends.
If you’re looking for a great workout, the McDonough Center isn’t just a place
for varsity athletes; it’s a resource for all students. Consider it your own 107,000
square-foot health club. You can run laps on the indoor and outdoor tracks, play
racquetball, pump iron, get in some cardio at the fitness center, swim laps in the
pool or shoot hoops in the gym. Many activities are offered to ensure your body is as
healthy as your mind.
I have learned a lot about the art of communications
partnered with a great core education. I have been
able to ask many questions along the way, not just
getting the answers, but actually experiencing them!”
GRACE WILLIAMS
Hometown: Atoka, TN
Major: Communications
“Choosing Wheeling Jesuit has allowed me to stay
close to home, while still earning a great education.
The small class sizes have enabled me to form lasting
relationships with my professors and peers that have
helped me to grow as a student, and as a person.
At Wheeling Jesuit, I have been able to learn, not only
through my time in the classroom, but also through the
amazing experiences that I have been fortunate enough
to be part of.”
FINANCIAL AID
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Affording a Best-Value Jesuit Education
Every accepted student who attends Wheeling Jesuit University is considered for
financial assistance. Wheeling Jesuit is sensitive to the rising cost of delivering
higher education excellence, and we are dedicated to working with all families to
deliver the best overall financial package.
All interested students should contact Wheeling Jesuit’s highly trained enrollment
team for help with every step of your application, including submission of the
Kaitlyn Pytlak
Hometown: Glen Dale, WV
Major: Political & Economic Philosophy
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), for which the WJU code is 003831.
2012-2013 Annual Cost
+ Tuition and Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $26,595*
+ Room and Board
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,140 - $6,180
Financial Assistance
+ Scholarships1 and Grants up to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,000
+ Federal Pell Grants up to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,550
+ WV State Promise & Grants up to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,250
+ Work Study Employment up to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,200
+ Federal Direct Stafford Loan up to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,500
+ Federal SEOG up to
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$1,500
If you have questions, we have answers.
Phone 800.624.6992 or email us at [email protected]
*Subject to change. Includes only mandatory fees.
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Merit and need-based scholarships/aid available.
admissions
ARTS & SCIENCES
BUSINESS
+ Art
+ Biology
+ Chemistry (BS, BA)
+ Communications
Corporate Communication
Graphic Design / Web Communication
Journalism
+ Communication Studies
+ Computer Science
+ Creative Writing
+ Criminal Justice
+ Engineering 3/2
+ English
+ Environment & Sustainability
+ Film Studies
+ French
+ General Science
Biology
Physics
+ History
+ Integrated Marketing Communications
+ International Studies
+ Mathematics
+ Music
+ Philosophy
+ Physics
+ Political Communication
+ Political & Economic Philosophy
+ Political Science
+ Psychology
Advanced Statistics & Data Management
Behavioral Psychopharmacology
Cognitive Neuroscience
Mental Health Sciences
+ Romance Languages
+ Spanish
+ Theater
+ Theology / Religious Studies
+ Accountancy
+ Business Administration
Management
Marketing
Sports Management
Professional and Graduate Programs
+ Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BLA)
+ Bachelor of Organizational Leadership & Development (BOLD)
+ Master of Organizational Leadership (MSOL)
Graduate Programs
+ Master of Business Administration (MBA)
+ Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA)
EDUCATION
+ Professional Education
Elementary
Secondary
Special Education
Professional and Graduate Programs
+ Accelerated Certification for Teaching (ACT)
+ Master of Education Leadership (MEL)
HEALTH SCIENCES
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Athletic Training
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Nursing
Respiratory Therapy
Professional and Graduate Programs
+ Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
+ Health Care Leadership
+ Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Family Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration
Nursing Education Specialist
+ RN to BSN/MSN and BSN to MSN
+ Second Degree Nursing, BA/BS to BSN
PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACKS
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Pre-Dental
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Forensics
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Veterinary
use your you.
“Wheeling Jesuit was a very special place for me.
The Jesuit influence, the education and the friendships
I made will be with me forever. Choosing Wheeling
It’s about YOU. That’s why Wheeling Jesuit University exists.
Schedule a campus visit online at www.wju.edu or call 800-624-6992.
We help you discover who you are and what you dream to become.
Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
will always be one of the best decisions of my life.
I went there to be a teacher, and I am convinced
that after graduation, I was ready for almost any
We focus on your individual development and discovery as you become
a successful student and person. Wheeling Jesuit will help you to
challenge ahead of me. I was prepared for more than
exercise, develop and share your unique gifts.
a career. Wheeling Jesuit prepared me for life.”
At Wheeling Jesuit, we offer rolling admissions. Applications are
We invite you to campus to meet some Cardinals, talk with professors typically processed within two weeks. Apply online, it’s free!
applying to college for the first time, transferring
a person and experienced what it was like to be a part of a supportive,
accepting, innovative community. Wheeling Jesuit gave me the tools and
strong work ethic to go out into the world, believe in myself and achieve
success in my career as a writer and filmmaker.”
Katie Torpey ’91
Los Angeles, CA
Writer / Filmmaker
JOHN BEILEIN ’75
Ann Arbor, MI
NCAA Coach / Ethics Chair
and experience Wheeling Jesuit. Whether you are
“Not only did I get a great education at Wheeling Jesuit, I also grew as
“My major was Physics, but the liberal arts education made me a more
well-rounded individual. The Jesuit education enriched not just my academic
from another university or coming from across
learning, but my soul as well. It gave me a more holistic world view from
the world, our admissions counselors are
which to appreciate people, life and living.”
always available to answer your questions.
application
campus visit
“My deepest commitment has always been to my responsibility as a mentor, advisor and teacher of the students
Sharon Wong ’82
Davidsonville, MD
Diversity & Inclusion Officer, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
who share my life for a short time before they move on to take their place in the greater world community. I see
myself in the University classroom as a fellow traveler in the search for truth in all its messiness, to encourage and
challenge my students and myself in the process. I believe that the arts represent the ‘soul’ of our collective world
“Wheeling Jesuit was the guiding force that helped me become the person
cultures, engaging us in exploring what literature, film, visual art and music teach us about our human endeavor.
I am today. Getting involved in Student Government taught me to become
Words have immense power; words are profoundly important. Yet what makes WJU such a special place for me is
a leader at Jesuit and in my community. By working hard and striving to
the shared understanding that of much greater importance than our guardianship of words written in books is our
do my best, Jesuit has provided me with the skills and abilities to get a job in
commitment to the words we write on our students’ hearts.”
the work force and get accepted into graduate school.”
Kathryn Voorhees, Ph.D.
TRENT KRUPICA ’11
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
English, Communications & Fine Arts
Glen Dale, WV
Marketing Assistant
Founded: 1954
Institutional Grants:
Location: Wheeling, WV
Community Connection Grant (CCG): $11,000/year
Affiliation: Catholic, Jesuit
WJU Grant: Up to $11,000/year (based on need)
Enrollment: Over 1,500 students representing 24 states and more
Merit Scholarships (cannot be combined with CCG):
than 21 countries
Presidential Scholarship: $9,000/year
Student/Faculty Ratio: 15:1
Dean’s Scholarship: $8,000/year
Average Class Size: 18
Competitive Scholarships:
Academics: More than 50 programs of study
Stephen J. Laut, S.J. Memorial Scholarship: Qualified high school seniors are invited to compete for full tuition scholarships
Campus: 65-acre campus supplemented by a 550-acre retreat farm and
The Arrupe Service Scholarship: For students with a distinguished record of research preserve; Campus Coffee serviing Starbucks
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community service; recipients must remain active in community service during
Residence Halls: 74% of students reside on campus
four years at WJU
Student Groups: More than 30 student-run clubs and organizations
Choral and Music Ministry Scholarships: Competitive awards for students with
Motto: “Luceat Lux Vestra”—Let Your Light Shine
choral or liturgical music experience; recipients must participate in University’s
Athletics: 19 NCAA Division II athletic teams
choral groups or chapel music programs during four years at WJU
Mascot: Cardinal
Institutional Scholarships:
Average Transfer GPA: 3.14
Catholic High School Scholarship: Renewable $1,000 scholarship for students
Freshman Class Statistics:
graduating from Catholic high schools (cannot be combined with CCG)
Average GPA: 3.40
Endowed Scholarships: More than 55 endowed scholarships; requirements
Average SAT: 1040
available at www.wju.edu/admissions/finaid/scholarships.asp
Average ACT: 23
* Subject to change. Includes only mandatory fees
2012-2013 Annual Cost:
Tuition and Fees: $26,595*
Room and Board: $5,140 to $6,180
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