ALUMNI ATHLETICS EVENTS SITEMAP English search Skip Navigation MAIN MENU APPLY VISIT REQUEST INFO COVID-19 UPDATE HOME WELCOME TO GEORGIAN COURT BECOME YOUR WILDEST DREAM A TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION EXPANDS POSSIBILITY Don’t hold back: Envision the ultimate you, years from now. It can all start here at Georgian Court University. This is the place where you’ll pivot from being a student to changing the world for the better. It’s where you’ll lay the groundwork for a rewarding career and meaningful life as an engaged citizen. You’ll meet forever friends, learn from stellar teachers, and never, ever feel lost in a crowd. Set on a beautiful campus in Lakewood, New Jersey, GCU is a tight-knit Catholic university founded on the values of the Sisters of Mercy. Here, you’ll get personalized attention in a supportive community that prepares you to take on whatever comes your way. And even though we’re a smaller school, we dream big. GCU is dedicated to being affordable for all types of students, and we’re acknowledged for value and social mobility by Money magazine, U.S. News & World Report, and the New York Times. APPLY NOW WHY GEORGIAN COURT? Strong outcomes Our graduates earn $10,000 more than expected 10 years after graduation. Affordability More than 99% of our students receive generous financial aid. Committed community We’re here to help you become your best self with committed faculty and academic support services. Diversity GCU is a welcoming place for all students, regardless of their background. Values-based education Live and learn in a community guided by the Mercy values of respect, justice, compassion, service, and integrity. Location Our beautiful campus is near the Jersey Shore and just an hour from NYC and Philly. PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS Why choose Georgian Court? On this one-of-a-kind campus, you’ll get the personalized guidance, opportunity, and encouragement you need to succeed. Learn more about admission to this unique, values-based university. DISCOVER GCU ACCEPTED STUDENTS Congrats, future Lion! You’ve worked hard, and it’s paying off! Learn more about your future at Georgian Court by getting to know the details on financial aid, student orientation, moving in, GCU’s residence halls, campus dining, and more. TAKE THE NEXT STEP PARENTS AND COUNSELORS We’re here to help you support your student in their college search. Learn more about affordability, upcoming admissions events, and all the advantages of choosing Georgian Court University. LEARN ABOUT GCU THE GCU EXPERIENCE A LIFE-ALTERING COLLEGE EXPERIENCE. Georgian Court is rooted in Catholic values—but our students come from all religious, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Here you’ll find a supportive learning environment, a vibrant student life, and small classes that are taught by teachers, not assistants. The entire experience is designed to develop you intellectually, physically, ethically, and spiritually, so that you’re ready for all of life’s opportunities and challenges. 1,793 Undergraduate Students 37 Majors Offered 13 Average Class Size 14 Division II Varsity Sports 90% Students Receiving Aid from GCU $57,250 Average Starting Salary For a small school, Georgian Court has a strong science program. As a biology major with close relationships with my professors, I had a lot of support when applying for internships and jobs. BRINT BARKER ’20 Biology major EXPLORE ACADEMICS FIND YOUR PROGRAM. FUEL YOUR PASSION. GCU has more than 30 undergraduate programs, 10 graduate programs, and a variety of certificate programs for working professionals looking to advance their careers. GCU is composed of four schools that serve our undergraduate and graduate students: School of Arts & Sciences, School of Business & Digital Media, School of Education, and the Georgian Court-Hackensack Meridian Health School of Nursing. First Year & Transfer Undergraduate Programs All Undergraduate Programs Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (A.B.S.N) [M] Accounting [M/m] American Studies [m] Anthropology [m] Applied Arts & Sciences [M] Art & Visual Studies [M] Biochemistry [M] Biology [M/m] Business Administration [M/m] Chemistry [M/m] Clinical Laboratory Sciences [M] Coaching [m] Computer Information Systems [M/m] Criminal Justice [M/m] Cyber Crime [m] Dance [M/m] Dance Therapy [m] Digital Communication [M/m] Digital Design [M] Economics [m] Education [M] English [M/m] Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports [M/m] Finance [M/m] Gerontology [m] Global Justice & Society [m] Graphic Design [m] Graphic Design & Multimedia [M] Health Information Management [M] Health Profession Studies [M] Health Sciences [M] History [M/m] Integrative Health [m] Interdisciplinary Studies [M] International Area Studies [m] Latina/o & Caribbean Studies [m] Latino Business Studies [M] Law Enforcement & Corrections [m] Management [M/m] Marketing [M/m] Mathematics [M/m] Medical Imaging Sciences [M] Natural Sciences [M] Nursing [M] Physical Therapy Politics, Law & History [m] Pre-Professional Career Preparation Psychiatric Rehabilitation & Psychology [M] Psychology [M/m] Religious Studies [M/m] Social Media Marketing [m] Social Work [M/m] Spanish [M/m] Sports Management [m] Studio Art [m] Sustainability [m] Visual Art [M] Women’s Studies [m] Writing [m] Graduate & Continuing Education Graduate Programs All Graduate Programs Applied Behavior Analysis Clinical Mental Health Counseling Communication & Digital Marketing Criminal Justice & Human Rights Education Integrative Health MBA Master of Business Administration School Psychology Theology SEE ALL PROGRAMS OUR LEGACY GRADUATING SCHOLARS, ADVOCATES, VISIONARIES, CHANGEMAKERS, TRUTH SEEKERS, HUMANITARIANS, AND CHALLENGERS OF THE STATUS QUO SINCE 1908. DO MORE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM. Fourteen NCAA II varsity sports. More than 40 clubs and organizations. A huge wellness center, beautiful campus grounds to explore, and a location that’s just a short drive from New York, Philly, and the Jersey Shore. Georgian Court is a great place to learn, but other exciting experiences await you, too. You can further your studies by joining a group with an academic focus. Volunteer in the community and make an impact. Join the campus ministry for special events. Cheer on the GCU Lions to victory. Or head off campus to explore a town filled with lakes, hometown eateries, and stunning natural landscapes. EXPLORE STUDENT LIFE 0 % FULL-TIME STUDENTS RECEIVE SOME FORM OF AID 0 % STUDENTS RECEIVING FINANCIAL AID FROM GCU $ 0 MIL FINANCIAL AID AWARDED ANNUALLY BY GCU $ 0 AVERAGE AMOUNT AWARDED ANNUALLY PER STUDENT TOP 0 % OVERALL MOBILITY INDEX COLLEGE COSTS GEORGIAN COURT MAKES EXCELLENCE AFFORDABLE SEE HOW OUR COSTS COMPARE Georgian Court is a small, private college. But when you consider the amount of financial aid awarded here, we’re comparable to public state institutions when it comes to tuition. For example, in 2019, the average cost of attendance at GCU was $22,234. See how we compare to other schools our students often apply to. EXPLORE FINANCIAL AID HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO VISIT US? Some places just have to be seen to be believed, whether it’s virtually or in person. Georgian Court is one of those places. Located in Lakewood, New Jersey, our 156-acre campus features a historic grand mansion and formal gardens, and sits on the north shore of Lake Carasaljo. Take a tour. 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VISIT US TODAY Information Sessions In-Person Tour 1-On-1 Session Open House JOIN US FOR UPCOMING EVENTS NOV 30 5:30 pm VIRTUAL – INTEGRATIVE HEALTH STUDIES AND ADVANCED EDUCATION PROGRAMS: VIRTUAL GRADUATE INFORMATION SESSION NOV 30 6:00 pm Recurring VIRTUAL – TRANSFER TUESDAYS DEC 1 5:30 pm VIRTUAL – MA SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY/CAGS AND PSYD PROGRAMS: VIRTUAL GRADUATE INFORMATION SESSION DEC 8 5:00 pm Recurring VIRTUAL – INFORMATION SESSIONS DEC 10 10:00 am - 12:30 pm STROLL FOR CONNECTION DEC 14 5:30 pm Recurring ON-CAMPUS – TRANSFER TUESDAYS DEC 15 5:00 pm Recurring GCU@ROWAN COLLEGE OF SOUTH JERSEY – CUMBERLAND CAMPUS INFORMATION SESSION DEC 15 5:30 pm VIRTUAL – ADVANCED EDUCATION PROGRAMS: VIRTUAL GRADUATE INFORMATION SESSION DEC 16 5:00 pm Recurring GCU@HAZLET INFORMATION SESSION JAN 22 10:00 am - 1:00 pm DANCE AUDITION: JANUARY 22, 2022 View Calendar ALL CAMPUS EVENTS THE LATEST NEWS AT THE COURT A VETERANS DAY MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT MARBACH November 11, 2021 ‘GOD HAS A PLAN AS GOD ALWAYS DOES’: A VETERAN STUDENT’S STORY November 11, 2021 CELEBRATING WOMEN IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP WITH ANASTASIA “TRACY” RAISSIS November 9, 2021 GCU’S DISABILITY AWARENESS PANEL FOCUSES ON EXPERIENCES OF STUDENTS WITH DIFFERENT ABILITIES October 28, 2021 GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY PRESENTS 10TH ANNUAL WELLNESS EXPO October 20, 2021 REAL-LIFE LEARNING ABOUT HEALTH POLICY October 15, 2021 SEE NEWSROOM IMAGINE YOUR FUTURE AT GEORGIAN COURT LEARN HOW TO APPLY We make applying easy. 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