School Profile

Geographical location: Located in Providence, Rhode Island, USA, the city is the capital of the state and one of the important cities in the New England region. It is close to metropolises such as Boston, with convenient transportation and rich cultural and commercial resources.

School History: Founded in 1917, it is a church-based comprehensive university with a long history. In its development history, it has always adhered to the Catholic and Dominican educational traditions and is committed to providing students with high-quality education.

Campus size: The campus is relatively small and belongs to a small university, which enables the school to create a close community atmosphere, and the communication and interaction between teachers and students and between students is closer.

School Nature and Ranking: As a private church university, the cultivation of religious and moral values ​​is integrated into academic education. In the 2024 "U.S. News & World Report", Providence College ranked 16th in the "Northern Regional University" ranking.

Academic situation

Professional settings: The school offers a wide range of professional courses, covering accounting, American history research, archaeology, applied physics, art, biological science, biology, black studies, chemistry, classics, computer science, economics, English, dance, environmental science, French, geography, German, history, Italian, management, logistics, music, military science, philosophy, political science, public administration and other fields, meeting the academic interests and career development needs of different students.

Teaching resources and faculty: Equipped with experienced full-time faculty, they not only have profound attainments in academic research, but also focus on teaching practice, and can guide students to master the required skills through a combination of theoretical courses and practical operations, laying a solid foundation for students' future career development or further studies. The school adopts a small-class teaching model, usually with a small number of students in each class, which can fully guarantee the learning efficiency of each student, and teachers can also pay better attention to the learning progress and needs of each student.

Teaching characteristics: Focus on cultivating students' critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of liberal arts and science education, so that students can develop comprehensive literacy and comprehensive analysis capabilities on the basis of extensive knowledge of different disciplines. In addition, the school also encourages students to participate in practical activities such as scientific research projects, internships and community services to enhance students' practical skills and social responsibility.

Student Life

Accommodation: The school provides students with a variety of accommodation options, including traditional dormitories and some special accommodation communities to meet the needs and interests of different students. Dormitory life is an important part of students' campus life, which helps to cultivate students' independent living ability and interpersonal skills, and also provides students with a good learning and living environment.

Food: There are multiple canteens and restaurants on campus, providing a rich and diverse selection of food, including dishes, snacks and drinks of various flavors, which can meet the dietary preferences of different students. In addition, there are many restaurants and cafes around the school, providing students with more dining options.

Clubs and Activities: There are a variety of student clubs and organizations, covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports, religious and other aspects, such as music clubs, drama clubs, sports clubs, volunteer associations, etc. Students can participate in corresponding club activities according to their interests and hobbies, expand their social circles, make like-minded friends, and cultivate their teamwork spirit and leadership skills.

Religious activities: As a church university, religion plays an important role in the life of the school. The school regularly holds various religious ceremonies, worship activities and religious lectures, etc., providing students with a platform to deeply understand and experience religious culture, while also promoting students' spiritual growth and development.

Admissions

Admission requirements: Undergraduate applications require students to submit high school transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements, standardized test scores and other materials. When reviewing applications, the school will comprehensively consider factors such as students' academic performance, comprehensive quality, personal strengths, and whether they are consistent with the school's values. For international students, English language proficiency test scores, such as TOEFL or IELTS, are also required. Graduate applications require relevant undergraduate degrees, transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements, GRE or GMAT scores, etc. Some majors may also have specific prerequisite course requirements.

Admission ratio: The school's admission ratio is relatively moderate. The specific data will vary depending on the major and application year, but overall the school focuses on selecting students with good academic potential, moral cultivation and consistency with the school's educational philosophy.