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2 YOUR UNIVERSITY Chattanooga Shorter University Birmingham Atlanta Located on a hilltop campus in scenic Rome, Georgia, Shorter University has maintained a reputation for academic excellence for more than 140 years. Our exceptional academic programs are enhanced by a vibrant campus atmosphere and Christ-centered community that sets us apart from the rest. This Is Your University. This Is Your Home. This Is Your Shorter. RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE A Best Southern College by U.S. News & World Report A Best Southeastern College by The Princeton Review; One of the 25 Most Beautiful Southern Christian Colleges, A Most Affordable Christian College, and A Best Christian College in the South by Christian Universities Online.

3 MAJORS YOUR EDUCATION Accounting Biology Chemistry Christian Studies Biblical Languages Christian Apologetics and Philosophy Christian Leadership Christian Missions Christian Worship Communication Arts Advertising/Public Relations Journalism Sports Communication Co mputer Information Systems Criminal Justice Ea rly Childhood Education Ec ology & Field Biology Economics English English Education General Business History History Education Interdisciplinary Studies Liberal Arts Management Ma nagement Information Systems Marketing Mathematics Math Education Mi ddle Grades Education Music Piano Voice Instrumental Music Education Piano Voice Instrumental Musical Theatre Natural Sciences Nursing Piano Piano Pedagogy Political Science Pre-Allied Health Pre-Dentistry Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Nursing Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Veterinary Medicine Psychology Spanish Special Education Sport Management Theatre Voice Wo rship and Music Leadership Youth Ministry At Shorter, classes are taught by Christian faculty members who are well trained in their fields. Our professors hold the highest degrees in their areas of expertise. They choose to teach at Shorter because they care about students and about sharing the love of Christ. 10:1 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO Shorter Honors Academy challenges intellectually gifted students to cultivate strong habits of critical thinking and creativity in a community of scholars. 10 HONOR SOCIETIES

4 YOUR EXPERIENCE There is so much to do at Shorter that it's easy to get involved. Student organizations, leadership programs, Greek life, and intramural sports will keep you involved outside class STUDENTS LIVE ON CAMPUS 40 + STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Including: GREEK LIFE HONOR SOCIETIES LEADERSHIP GROUPS 50% 50% MALE FEMALE NEW WELLNESS CENTER DISC GOLF COURSE WALKING TRAIL SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT

5 YOUR GLOBE A Shorter education helps students understand their place in the world and how they can serve others regardless of location. Shorter students serve here in Rome and around the globe sharing the love of Christ. Shorter also partners with programs worldwide to provide study abroad opportunities to meet students' individual needs. YOUR FAITH As a Christ-centered university, Shorter offers opportunities to help you grow intellectually, socially, and spiritually. RECENT MISSIONS DESTINATIONS Alaska Bulgaria Costa Rica East Asia Ghana Haiti Horn of Africa Illinois India Ireland Jamaica Kentucky Korea London Malaysia Middle East Nicaragua Ohio St. Vincent Island Tennessee Texas Uganda Weekly chapel services and Bible studies, along with campus groups like Baptist Collegiate Ministries (BCM) and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), offer a faith-nurturing community. Student artwork in the Christian Studies Department titled "The Son of Man" includes John 3:14 in Arabic.

6 YOUR TEAM SHORTER HAWKS NCAA DIVISION II GULF SOUTH CONFERENCE 20 ATHLETIC TEAMS MEN S BASEBALL BASKETBALL CHEERLEADING CROSS COUNTRY FOOTBALL GOLF LACROSSE SOCCER TENNIS TRACK & FIELD WOMEN S BASKETBALL CH EERLEADING CROSS COUNTRY GOLF LACROSSE SOCCER SOFTBALL TENNIS TRACK & FIELD VOLLEYBALL GOSHORTERHAWKS.COM YOUR TALENT Shorter's music department houses a variety of instrumental and vocal programs. Students from all majors who come together to glorify God through these performing opportunities: Men s and Women s Chorus The Shorter Chorale Marching and Concert Bands Opera Musical Theatre Small Ensembles From Shakespeare to Sondheim, our theatre department provides students with multiple performance opportunities. Whether you desire to perform on stage, design a costume, or build a set, there is a place for you to use your God-given talents. Auditions are open to students of all majors. Travel to New York for workshops and auditions Participate in Georgia & Southeastern Theatre Conferences Audition for young artist programs across the country

7 YOUR FINANCIAL AID 98% OF OUR STUDENTS RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS TYPES OF AID AVAILABLE Competitive Scholarships Academic Scholarships Need-Based Scholarships State Grants & Scholarships Federal Grants & Loans Work Study Opportunities Athletic Scholarships Fine Arts Scholarships Shorter University provides a number of financial aid and work study programs to help make a Shorter education affordable. Start the financial aid process by logging on to fafsa. ed.gov and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). AID

8 YOUR NEXT STEPS READY TO APPLY? Submit an application at admissions.shorter.edu. Have your official transcript(s) and SAT/ACT scores sent to the Office of Admissions. Note: While Shorter University has rolling admission deadlines, applying early is beneficial for scholarship consideration. Visit our website, admissions.shorter.edu, for admissions requirements. A campus tour is a great way to get to know Shorter and see if our university is a good fit for you. VISIT OUR CAMPUS Contact us to schedule your personalized campus visit HAVE QUESTIONS? Our Admissions counselors are happy to assist. Call us at or admissions@shorter.edu.

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