Rosemont College is a community of learners dedicated to excellence and joy in the pursuit of knowledge.
Rosemont college seeks to develop in all members of the community open and critical minds, as well as the ability to make reasoned moral decisions. Rooted in Catholicism, and guided by the educational principles of Cornelia Connelly and the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, Rosemont College values:
- trust in and reverence for the dignity of each person
- diversity in human culture and experience
- persistence and courage in the promoting justice with compassion
One College, Three Schools
Rosemont College is one college with three schools: the Undergraduate Women's College, the School of Graduate Studies, and the School of Professional Studies. In 2001, the Board of Trustees affirmed the purpose of Rosemont College: to offer undergraduate degrees to women through the Undergraduate Women's College, and graduate and undergraduate degrees to women and men through the Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
Located on a 56-acre campus in an attractive, historic suburban community 11 miles west of Philadelphia, Rosemont College offers opportunities and choices for women and men of all ages and backgrounds.
Undergraduate Women's College
Founded: 1921
Location: Suburban Philadelphia, PA
Type: Private; liberal-arts, all-women
Affiliation: Catholic
Enrollment: 400
Student-Faculty Ratio: 8:1
Average Class Size: 12
The Undergraduate Women's College offers a number of majors and academic programs, awarding Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and Bachelor of Science degrees. Each program offers an in-depth study of a particular subject area, as well as a breadth of study in the liberal arts. Rosemont's majors are:
Science, Medicine, Health Science, Nursing, and Dentistry
MAJORS
- Biology Major
- Ecology Track
- Pre-Veterinary Science Track
- Chemistry Major
- Biochemistry Track
- Physical Chemistry Track
- Health Science Programs
- BA in Biology/Health Sciences plus a Master's in Physician's Assistant with Drexel University- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 2 years at Drexel University.
- BA in Biology/Health Sciences plus a Doctorate in Physical Therapy with Drexel University- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 3 years at Drexel University.
- BS in Biology/Health Sciences plus a Graduate Certificate in Health Care Administration- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 year in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
- BA in Biology/Health Sciences plus a Master's in Physician's Assistant with Drexel University- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 2 years at Drexel University.
- Medicine
- Three-plus-Four Program with Drexel University College of Medicine- Enter medical school after 3 years at Rosemont and prior to receiving your Bachelor's Degree, which will be conferred by Rosemont after your first year of medical school education.*
- Early Assurance Medical Program (Four-plus-Four) Program with Drexel University College of Medicine- The Drexel College of Medicine offers early assurance of admission.**
- Three-plus-Four Program with Drexel University College of Medicine- Enter medical school after 3 years at Rosemont and prior to receiving your Bachelor's Degree, which will be conferred by Rosemont after your first year of medical school education.*
- Nursing Honors Programs: Accelerated Bachelor's plus Dual-Admission Opportunities
- BSN with Drexel University- Two years at Rosemont + 1 1/2 years at Drexel
- BSN/MSN with Drexel University with tracks in Clinical Trials Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, or Leadership & Management- Two years at Rosemont + 1 1/2 years in Drexel's Nursing Program + 1 additional year at Drexel for MSN
- BSN/MSN (Nurse Practitioner) with Drexel University- Two years at Rosemont + 1 1/2 years in Drexel's Nursing Program + 1 1/2 additional years at Drexel for MSN
- BSN with Drexel University- Two years at Rosemont + 1 1/2 years at Drexel
- Nursing: Special Cooperative Programs with other Colleges and Universities
- BA in Biology/Health Sciences plus BSN in Nursing with Drexel University- 2 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 2 years at Drexel University.
- Nursing Program with Villanova University- Transfer to Villanova after your Sophomore year at Rosemont.
- BA in Biology/Health Sciences plus BSN in Nursing with Drexel University- 2 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 2 years at Drexel University.
- Dentistry: Special Cooperative Programs with other Colleges and Universities
- Dental Program with Temple University- Transfer to Temple after your junior year at Rosemont.
- Dental Program with Temple University- Transfer to Temple after your junior year at Rosemont.
Art and History of Art
MAJORS
- Studio Art & Design Major (BA/BFA)
- Graphic Design Track
- Interior Design Track
- Pre-Art Therapy Track
- History of Art Major
Liberal Arts
MAJORS
- History Major
- Humanities Major
- Philosophy Major
- Religious Studies Major
- Women's Studies Major
Behavioral and Social Sciences
MAJORS
- Economics Major
- Psychology Major
- Sociology Major
- Forensic Sociology and Criminology Track
- Applied Sociology and Sociology Practices Track
- Deaf Studies (Teacher Certification) Track
- Political Science Major
- Pre-Law Track
- Pre-Law Track
- Social Science Major
- Counseling and Psychology Honors Programs: Accelerated Bachelor's plus Dual-Admission Opportunities
- BA in Psychology plus a Master of Arts in Elementary or Secondary School Counseling with Certification- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 2 years in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
- BA in Psychology plus a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 2 1/2 years in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
- BA in Psychology plus a Master of Arts in Elementary or Secondary School Counseling with Certification- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 2 years in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
English, Writing, and Communication
MAJORS
- English and Communication Honors Programs: Accelerated Bachelor's plus Dual-Admission Opportunities
- BA in English/Communication plus a Master of Arts in English and Publishing- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 year in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
- BA in English/Communication plus a Master of Arts in English Literature- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 year in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
- BA in English/Communication plus a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 year in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
- BA in English/Communication plus a Master of Arts in English and Publishing- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 year in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
Foreign Languages
MAJORS
- French Major
- Italian Studies Major
- Spanish Major
Business and Management
MAJORS
- Business Major
- Accounting Track
- Management Track
- International Business Track
- Bachelor's and MBA Program: Accelerated Bachelor's plus Dual-Admission Opportunities
- BS in Business plus an MBA- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 1/2 years in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
- BS in Business plus an MBA- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 1/2 years in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
Education and Teacher Certification
MAJORS
- Education Certification with Co-Liberal Arts Major
- Elementary Education Certification
- Secondary Education Certification
- Early Childhood Education Certification
- Bachelor's and Curriculum and Instruction Program: Accelerated Bachelor's plus Dual-Admission Opportunities
- BA in any approved content area and a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction with Elementary Certification- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 1/2 years in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
- BA in any approved content area and a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction with Elementary Certification- 3 years in the Undergraduate Women's College plus 1 1/2 years in Rosemont's Schools of Graduate and Professional Studies.
Rosemont College has developed inter-institutional cooperative agreements with Villanova University, Eastern University, Arcadia University, Cabrini College, Chestnut Hill College, Gwynedd-Mercy College, Holy Family University, Immaculata University, and Neumann College. These agreements allow for cross-registration and the sharing of library resources between the institutions.
Rosemont also offers study abroad programs, internships, individualized majors, an early assurance medical program and other Nursing Programs with Drexel University College of Medicine, accelerated BA and MA programs, and the Cornelian Scholars program for early acceptance to Rosemont's graduate programs.
School of Graduate Studies
Rosemont College's School of Graduate Studies offers the following co-educational graduate programs that award the Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, or the Master of Education degrees:
M.A. in Counseling Psychology
- Professional Counseling in preparation for Pennsylvania licensure
- Addictions counseling with certificate
- School counseling with Elementary or Secondary Certification
M. A. in English Literature
- Concentration in Literature
- Concentration in Writing
M.A. in English & Publishing
- Concentration in Editing and Writing
- Concentration in Production and Design
- Concentration in Marketing and Sales
M.F.A. in Creative Writing
M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction/Elementary Certification
- Post-baccalaureate K-6 Instructional Certification
- Accelerated Format - finish in as little as 15 months
Each program takes special pride in being innovative and cutting-edge. Courses are scheduled throughout the calendar year on evenings and weekends, and class enrollment is kept deliberately small to maximize contact with peers and expert faculty-practitioners. Students benefit from active involvement in the learning process- through research, discussion, simulations, and supervised field experiences.
Graduates are highly successful at obtaining or advancing their careers in all aspects of the publishing and communications industries, an array of mental health settings, and public and private school settings.
School of Professional Studies
The School of Professional Studies offers accelerated degree programs, certificates, and corporate training. The accelerated degree programs are completed in five-week sessions, normally meeting once a week for four hours. The accelerated graduate courses are completed in seven-week sessions or over a weekend.
The academic focus of the accelerated degree programs is on relevant and practical knowledge and techniques. Small class size and a seminar atmosphere complement the learning experience. All faculty are working professionals with at least a master's degree. Accelerated degree students may take classes at our main campus, our center-city Philadelphia campus, or online.
The School Professional Studies offers the following undergraduate and graduate degrees and certifications:
- Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Development
- Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication
- Bachelor of Science in Management
- Bachelor of Science in Management online
- Bachelor of Science in Marketing
- Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting
- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
- Master of Science in Management
- Master of Business Administration
- Accelerated Graduate Certificate in Strategic Management for Women
- Accelerated Graduate Certificate in Marketing
Rosemont College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.