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Georgian Court University

Lakewood - Hazlet - Cumberland

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Georgian Court University is a private college in Lakewood, New Jersey, and has been named to the Best Colleges for Adults award list. The part-time student body is 352 students. The on-campus net price to attend is $19,917 and the per-credit hour charge is $732. The school offers weekend/evening classes, credit for military training, academic counseling services, career services, and more.

Overview

School Type

  • On Campus
  • Blended
  • Private
  • Catholic

Website: georgian.edu

Contact: Georgian Court University

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:No
  • On-Campus day care:No
  • Remedial services:Yes

Demographics

Part-time students
410 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:1,202
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:220
  • Pell Grant students:528
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:43
  • Part-time students
    25%
  • Students over 25 years old
    14%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$750
In-district tuition and fees
$34,481
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:86%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
10 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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Benefits

Student Experience

Student Experience

  • On campus day classes
  • On campus night classes
  • On campus weekend classes
  • Blended classes
  • Accelerated classes
  • Traditional semester timing
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Affordability

Affordability

  • Transfer credits accepted
  • CLEP exam
  • DANTE exam
  • Prior learning credit
  • Military service credit
  • Professional certificate credit
  • Portfolio submissions
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Campus Resources

Campus Resources

  • Writing center
  • Tutoring
  • Career services
  • Financial aid
  • Advisors
  • Mentors
  • Labs
  • Library
  • Dining services
  • Recreational services
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Arts & Humanities
Business
Education
Psychology
Social Work
General Studies
Arts & Humanities
Classroom Type
Hybrid
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Arts in English

If you have a passion for creativity and critical thinking, written expression, or literary interpretation, you just might be an English major.

Explore literature and writing, and learn more about the field through service learning and internship experiences. You may even travel the world with faculty members to explore the work of literary giants like Ernest Hemingway and Gertrude Stein. Plus, as an English major, you’ll develop practical skills that translate seamlessly into the business world and sharpen your ability to write and speak well. You will leave Georgian Court University with a versatile degree that offers you a flexible foundation to begin work or graduate study.

Affordability & Admissions

Courses are $500 per credit, and no fees are charged (Hazlet location only). With GCU@Hazlet, you can take advantage of financial aid and tuition savings. GCU generally accepts up to 90 credits in transfer, of which 75 of those credits may be taken at Brookdale Community College or other regionally accredited, two-year community colleges.

Classroom Type

Courses are offered in the daytime and/or evening at GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. Some courses are also taught online or as hybrid courses that combine in-person lectures and online assignments.

Career Outlook

With a B.A. in English from Georgian Court University, you can pursue careers in teaching, law, administration, publishing, journalism, marketing, public relations, and so much more. Increasingly, tech companies are looking to the liberal arts majors, including those with English degrees, for their ability to synthesize detailed information, interpret complex texts, and clearly communicate.

Locations

GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. By taking courses at GCU’s Hazlet location, you can start with Brookdale Community College and finish with Georgian Court University—without ever having to change locations.

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Get more information about the english major and career outlook here.

Business
Classroom Type
Hybrid
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Explore economics, ethics, statistics, financial planning, marketing, management, communications, and law in a practical, hands-on way. Go beyond the theories that influence business and industry, and learn directly from faculty members whose experiences in various fields make classroom learning come alive.

With Georgian Court University, full-time and part-time students get the benefit of faculty mentoring, networking opportunities with successful alumni, and career counseling.

Plus, the GCU School of Business and Digital Media internship requirement guarantees that you’ll get useful work experience before you graduate!

Affordability & Admissions

Courses are $500 per credit, and no fees are charged (Hazlet location only). With GCU@Hazlet, you can take advantage of financial aid and tuition savings. GCU generally accepts up to 90 credits in transfer, of which 75 of those credits may be taken at Brookdale Community College or other regionally accredited, two-year community colleges.

Classroom Type

Courses are offered in the daytime and/or evening at GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. Some courses are also taught online or as hybrid courses that combine in-person lectures and online assignments.

Career Outlook

On average, New Jersey residents 25 and older who have a bachelor’s degree earn about $60,575 a year.

Locations

GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. By taking courses at GCU’s Hazlet location, you can start with Brookdale Community College and finish with Georgian Court University—without ever having to change locations.

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Get more information about the business administration major and career outlook here.

Education
Select a degree option:
Overview
  • Overview
  • English - Education
  • Psychology - Education
  • Interdisciplinary Studies - Education

Education Concentration Program Overview

Graduates are fully equipped for employment in elementary schools and more. Beyond teaching, some education graduates use their talents in business and industry, where they work as corporate trainers. Others pursue adult or continuing education, and those who want to become principals or superintendents may pursue GCU’s advanced degrees in educational administration and leadership.

Affordability & Admissions

Courses are $500 per credit, and no fees are charged (Hazlet location only). With GCU@Hazlet, you can take advantage of financial aid and tuition savings. GCU generally accepts up to 90 credits in transfer, of which 75 of those credits may be taken at Brookdale Community College or other regionally accredited, two-year community colleges. You must complete an A.A. or have at least 60 transferable credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Degree Options Include

English – Education
Psychology – Education
Interdisciplinary Studies – Education

Classroom Type
Hybrid
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Arts in English – Education

You will graduate with a B.A. in English and eligibility for the elementary education (K-6) teacher certification with advanced standing and endorsement as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Special Education).

Classroom Type

Courses are offered in the daytime and/or evening at GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. Some courses are also taught online or as hybrid courses that combine in-person lectures and online assignments.

Career Outlook

With this degree, you will be prepared to teach students in kindergarten through sixth grade in general, inclusive, and special education settings.

Locations

GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. By taking courses at GCU’s Hazlet location, you can start with Brookdale Community College and finish with Georgian Court University—without ever having to change locations.

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Get more information about the english – education concentration major and career outlook here.

Classroom Type
Hybrid
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Education

GCU’s psychology and inclusive elementary education program combines coursework for New Jersey certification in psychology/ elementary education (K–6) with a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Special Education) endorsement.

You will learn from faculty members who are professionals in the field and deliver real-world experiences through rewarding internships and research. You will graduate with a B.A. in Psychology and eligibility for the elementary education teacher certification with advanced standing and endorsement as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities.

Classroom Type

Courses are offered in the daytime and/or evening at GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. Some courses are also taught online or as hybrid courses that combine in-person lectures and online assignments.

Career Outlook

With this degree, you will be prepared to teach students in kindergarten through sixth grade in general, inclusive, or special education settings.

Locations

GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. By taking courses at GCU’s Hazlet location, you can start with Brookdale Community College and finish with Georgian Court University—without ever having to change locations.

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Get more information about the psychology – education concentration major and career outlook here.

Classroom Type
Hybrid
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies – Education

GCU@Hazlet’s interdisciplinary studies and inclusive elementary education program combines coursework for New Jersey certification in English/elementary education (K–6) with the Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Special Education) endorsement.
You will graduate with a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (with a concentration in English) and eligibility for the elementary education teacher certification with advanced standing and endorsement as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities. With this degree, you will be prepared to teach students in kindergarten through sixth grade in general, inclusive, and special education settings.

Classroom Type

Courses are offered in the daytime and/or evening at GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. Some courses are also taught online or as hybrid courses that combine in-person lectures and online assignments.

Career Outlook

Beyond teaching, some education graduates use their talents in business and industry, where they work as corporate trainers or go into sales and marketing, scientific research, or technical recruitment.

Locations

GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. By taking courses at GCU’s Hazlet location, you can start with Brookdale Community College and finish with Georgian Court University—without ever having to change locations.

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Get more information about the interdisciplinary studies major and career outlook here.

Psychology
Classroom Type
Hybrid
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

The B.A. in Psychology program at Georgian Court University introduces techniques for investigating and understanding human behavior.

You will learn from faculty members who are professionals in the field and deliver real-world experiences through rewarding internships and research.

There are two tracks (graduate and general) that include, mental health and human services, human development, business and industry, applied behavior analysis, and addictions counseling. This lets you tailor the program to meet your interests and professional aspirations.

Affordability & Admissions

Courses are $500 per credit, and no fees are charged (Hazlet location only). With GCU@Hazlet, you can take advantage of financial aid and tuition savings. GCU generally accepts up to 90 credits in transfer, of which 75 of those credits may be taken at Brookdale Community College or other regionally accredited, two-year community colleges.

Classroom Type

Courses are offered in the daytime and/or evening at GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. Some courses are also taught online or as hybrid courses that combine in-person lectures and online assignments.

Career Outlook

Graduates are fully equipped for employment in mental health, business, government, education, health care, and social services.

Locations

GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. By taking courses at GCU’s Hazlet location, you can start with Brookdale Community College and finish with Georgian Court University—without ever having to change locations.

Learn More

Get more information about the psychology major and career outlook here.

Social Work
Classroom Type
Hybrid
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Social Work

GCU’s dual admission agreement with Cumberland County College affords you the opportunity to begin your undergraduate studies at Cumberland and finish with a B.S.W. degree from Georgian Court University.

GCU’s rigorous curriculum focuses on ethics, values, critical thinking, human behavior, and social and economic justice—all to prepare you to become a change agent in today’s world, especially for those who are at a disadvantage. Upon graduation, students can obtain certification upon application to the State Board of Social Work Examiners.

Affordability & Admissions

Courses are $500 per credit, and no fees are charged. With GCU@Cumberland, you can take advantage of financial aid and tuition savings. GCU generally accepts up to 90 credits in transfer, of which 75 of those credits may be taken at Brookdale Community College or other regionally accredited, two-year community colleges. You must complete an A.S. in Social Service or A.S. in Social Service/Gerontology with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

Classroom Type

Courses are offered in the evening to accommodate your busy life. Some courses are also taught online or as hybrid courses that combine in-person lectures and online assignments.

Career Outlook

You will graduate with fieldwork experience and be able to become a habilitation specialist, an activity director, or a workshop director. Graduates are fully equipped for employment in social services, county and home health agencies, group homes, and nursing homes. On average, New Jersey residents with a B.S.W. earn over $55,500 a year. That salary increases significantly for those with an M.S.W. and for licensed clinical social workers.

Locations

By taking courses in Cumberland, you can start with Cumberland County College and finish with Georgian Court University—without ever having to change locations.

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Get more information about the social work major and career outlook here.

General Studies
Classroom Type
Hybrid
Accelerated?
No
Transfer Credits?
Yes

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration either in English or business incorporates the best of everything. You will begin to explore a range of challenging, upper-level English or business courses and gain exposure to new ideas—ideas that will broaden your perspective and give you flexible career options. If you’re curious and willing to push boundaries, GCU’s  interdisciplinary studies program may be right for you.

Affordability & Admissions

Courses are $500 per credit, and no fees are charged (Hazlet location only). With GCU@Hazlet, you can take advantage of financial aid and tuition savings. GCU generally accepts up to 90 credits in transfer, of which 75 of those credits may be taken at Brookdale Community College or other regionally accredited, two-year community colleges. You must complete an A.S. in Social Service or A.S. in Social Service/Gerontology with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

Classroom Type

Courses are offered in the daytime and/or evening at GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet to accommodate your busy life. Some courses are also taught online or as hybrid courses that combine in-person lectures and online assignments.

Career Outlook

Graduates pursue various careers in areas such as hospitality management, recreation administration, sales and marketing, scientific research, and technical recruitment.

Locations

GCU@Lakewood and GCU@Hazlet. By taking courses in Cumberland, you can start with Cumberland County College and finish with Georgian Court University—without ever having to change locations.

Learn More

Get more information about the social work major and career outlook here.

What Others are Saying

“Being a non-traditional student has its advantages. We’re hungry and driven, very disciplined. I have been able to accomplish great things at Georgian Court.”
— Tiffany Thomas, ’17, B.S.W.

Contact Georgian Court University

Contact Admissions

Patrick Givens

pgivens@georgian.edu

(732) 987-2700

Main Campus

900 Lakewood Avenue
Lakewood, NJ 08701

(732) 987-2200

Additional Campus Locations

Hazlet, NJ

1 Crown Plaza
Hazlet, NJ 07730
(732) 739-6010

Cumberland County, NJ

3322 College Drive
Vineland, NJ 08360
(732) 987-2200

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