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make it yours. Southern Vermont College

svc

yourstory

a place you’ll quicklymake your own...

SVC is there for you

and will help you

succeed in life and help you

get where you want to be.

– Catrina ’14, Radiology major

classes in “a castle”: Everett MansionMany SVC classes are held in the Everett Mansion, a sprawling, English-style manor built in the early 1900s. Set on the highest point on campus,alongside Mount Anthony, the Mansion offers breathtaking views of theGreen Mountains and the valley below.

American Industrialist Edward Everett, who built the Mansion as hisfamily’s second home, was a practical businessman and horticulturist. HisBennington estate, with over 50,000 apple, quince and plum trees, wassaid at one time to be the largest, privately-owned orchard in the country.

Your college experience should be one you can look back on and know you were offered the education and hands-on participation that helped you landthat job, but also one that transformed you into a thinker, a leader and a citizen. You’ll also see that you had the opportunity to make friendships that last forever, participate in a number of activities, clubs and sports, be inspiredand empowered by faculty who support you, and all along take in breathtakingviews in a place you could quickly grow to call home.

a close-knit community…Faculty and staff get to know you–with an average of 17 students per class and a personalized education. You’ll run

into friends, faculty and staff in the dining hall, in the hallways, and at Mountaineers’ games or at campus

events. SVC is a place where you can know everyone on a personal level.

the foundation for your future in a magical place...

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centrally located: you’ll�VermontSVC might be in one of the best locations in the nation. Nestled in the mountains in the southwesterncorner of Vermont, it’s close to other colleges, in alively town and just a few hours drive from several major cities.

about our students•500 Students

•90% of Students Receive Financial Aid

•Diverse Student Body

being on campus•20+ Clubs and Organizations

• 17 Average Class Size

• 14:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

• 12 Competitive NCAA Division III Athletic Teams

•Academic Support

• Study Abroad

our location•371-Acre MountainsideCampus

• 1.5 Miles from Downtown Bennington

•>1 Hour to Albany International Airport

•3 Hours to Boston or NYC

•>4 Hours to Montreal

• 17 Hiking Trails on Campus

• 18 Ski & Snowboard Resorts within 90 Minutes

Bennington, Vermont•Population: 16,000

•Most famous resident: Robert Frost

•Number of ice-creameries: 6

•Variety of cultural venues: Maplerama

Maple Festival, Bennington Antique &

Classic Car Show, Garlic & Herb Festival,

Bennington Mayfest, Bennington Quiltfest

•Favorite Activities: hiking, biking, snow-

boarding, skiing, rock climbing, fly fishing,

canoeing, camping and, on a hot day,

finding the best swimming holes

15 majors and programsand plenty of options

SVC offers 15 majors, 10 minors and more

than 260 courses each year.

bachelor’s degrees

biological sciences • business management

communication • creative writing

criminal justice • english • entrepreneurship

healthcare management and advocacy

history and politics • liberal arts

nursing • psychology • radiologic sciences

sports management

minors

communication • creative writing • english

environmental studies • humanities

information technology

music • psychology • rhetoric • visual arts

associate’s degree

liberal arts

certificate program

computed tomography

where learning turns into a careerMaybe you’ve already decided what career or field interests you or maybeyou are still trying to figure it out. Either way, at SVC you can discover it allas you go. With programs that allow you to get first-hand experience and a strong liberal arts foundation, you’ll learn to be the type of employee that businesses and organizations desire.

With coursework that supports you to become a thinker, a problemsolver, a visionary, a leader, you’ll be a strong competitor in the job market.You’ll also have the Office of Career Development and Internships as a resource to help you with interview preparation, job search strategy, resumé writing and much more.

internships & employment

center for teaching & learningSVC’s Center for Teaching and Learning provides

academic support, tutoring and advising for all SVC

students, and many take full advantage of the resources.

Need help with a paper? Want to find a study group?

Want study-skill tips when preparing for a final exam?

You will also find learning differences assistance through

the Learning Differences Support Program. In the

Office of Career Development and Internships, skilled

staff can assist with career planning, graduate study

opportunities and internship information.

I like teaching at SVC because

of its entrepreneurial spirit…

we are mentors and facilitators

of programs that are second

to none in terms of meeting

students interests and abilities.

–Charles Crowell, Associate Professor

The McCormick Division of Business

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social science

career opportunities:Students are prepared to enter fields in human

services; human services management; federal,

state and local law enforcement; education;

government service; nonprofit organizations;

and business. Students are also prepared for

graduate study in psychology, social work,

criminal justice and law school.

majors:

criminal justice

healthcare management & advocacy

history and politics

psychology

STUDENT STORY

From Vermont, Psychology major

Mitchell, plans to be a middle

school guidance counselor or

clinical psychologist.

division of social sciences Get first-hand experience with the opportunity to attend the Vermont Police Academy program while

completing your bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice at SVC, putting you a step ahead of your peers.

You’ll learn from professors who have experience as a Lead Prosecutor, an Executive Director of the

Vermont Police Academy, or an investigation expert in child abuse, domestic violence, forensics and the

relationship to the criminal trial process. In History & Politics, learn from a professor who will engage

you in discussions about the culture, history and politics in Nicaragua, Turkey and Japan or another

country on the long list of trips he’s taken. Learn from Psychology professors who have clinical,

developmental and theoretical experience. At SVC, your faculty will empower you to use the knowledge

you’ve gained to challenge their beliefs and argue your points effectively.

division of humanities You’ll learn from professors who are excited to broaden

your abilities whether it’s in analysis, rhetoric, or composition. You’ll have innovative experiences that will give you

the academic pieces to compile a portfolio to use in pursuit of graduate school or to go straight into the job

market. Your program of study will be fueled by your career goals and interests and supported by your professors

who will advise and guide you through the process.

STUDENT STORY

Ryan ’15, a Communication major,

operates his own company, JamShack

Entertainment, and will continue his work

in sound production. He gained internship

skills in environmental education and

communication. humanities

career opportunities:Students are prepared to enter careers in fields such as

publishing, editing, communications, advertising, marketing,

journalism, media management and writing. Students are

also ready for graduate study in literature, education,

library science, rhetoric, journalism, creative writing,

communications and law.

majors:

communication

creative writing

english

liberal arts

ever wanted to write a book?SVC has teamed up with a local independent bookstore with its own press label and

publishing services, for an exciting initiative called The Shires Press Series. This initiative

offers full-time SVC students the opportunity to study the foundations of book

publishing while working on their own manuscript, from conception to completion.

At the end of the four-course series, each student will have 5 printed copies of their own

published work, with marketing options in the retail and online marketplace.

science & tech

career opportunities:Potential career paths for Biological Sciences majors

include teachers, lab technicians, research and development

and scientist; many choose to pursue advanced degrees in

medicine, physical therapy, pharmacy, dentistry and law.

Biological Sciences majors and Radiologic Sciences majors

are critical to a vast spectrum of public sector and private

practice work in the healthcare field.

division of science & technologyIn Biological Sciences,

you are offered individualized course-of-study options with an emphasis in: Ecology and Environment,

Cellular and Molecular Biology, or Pre-Professional Studies. Radiologic Sciences students gain hands-

on experience through their use of a brand new Healthcare Education Center with an energized lab and

clinical rotations offered in two states. Over the past five years, graduates averaged a pass rate of 95% on

the National Licensure Exam.  

STUDENT STORY

Mai ’14, ran cross country and earned her

degree in Radiologic Sciences with plans

to continue on to an advanced degree in

Radiologic Technology.

majors:

biological sciences

radiologic sciences

new! Certificate in

Computed Tomography

I’ve always enjoyed biology, particularly organismal biology.

I enjoy sharing my love of this subject with others.

– Tammy Kenny, Co-Chair, The John Merck Division of Science and Technology

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sports managementAs a Sports Management student, you have many options in

the field whether it’s for a professional sports organization,

sporting goods organization, health and wellness center,

fitness facility, sports marketing, recreation department or

others. You’ll gain first-hand experience during your two

required practica.

My internship with Kraft Foods

gave me solid experience in

sales, marketing and

merchandising, which led to

a full-time job offer as

regional sales

representative upon

my graduation.

– Kathleen ’11, Business Administration major

division of business Engage with faculty who have experience in

marketing, entrepreneurship, sports management, information technology, finance and much

more. You’ll learn to apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations within your two required

practica for all Business students. Management students learn about managing their own business

and employees effectively. Within Sports Management, you’ll take courses that focus on manage-

ment, marketing, law, finance, etc., as it applies to occupations within the sports field.

STUDENT STORY

Pierre ’14, a Sports Management major

from New Jersey, interned at Vermont

Voltage which lead to a full-time position

as director of marketing immediately fol-

lowing graduation.

business

career opportunities:Depending on major and minor, students are prepared

to work in sales, marketing, finance, non-profit and

international business, for large corporations, public or

private enterprises or on their own. Students also choose

to continue on for advanced study.

majors:

business management

entrepreneurship

healthcare management

sports management

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division of nursing You’ll learn by participating in simulation labs and then clinical

rotations in a variety of settings, including hospitals and other patient settings, both large and small within Vermont,

New York and Massachusetts. SVC offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree with two tracks. The

Pre-Licensure BSN track is designed for individuals who wish to achieve a BSN and upon graduation be eligible to

sit for the NCLEX-RN examination. The RN-BSN track is designed for registered nurses who wish to continue

their education and achieve a BSN.

healthcare education center (HEC)Operating from downtown Bennington, the HEC features a low fidelity skills lab,

simulation lab, classrooms equipped with AV technology for interactive learning,

administrative/faculty offices, student resources and more.

nursing

career opportunities:Graduates are employed in many specialty areas, including pediatrics,

critical care, obstetrics, medical, surgical and psychiatric nursing as

well as non-acute care settings such as primary care, long-term care,

community health and hospice care. Many SVC grads choose to continue

on with graduate education and can be found in advanced clinical and

leadership positions.

STUDENT STORY

Bridget ’16, I love the small class sizes

and how everyone just really wants you

to succeed and will support you the

whole way.

major:

bachelor of

science in

nursing

s At SVC, I became more confident in myself and more comfortable with helping

and leading other students. – Jamie, Psychology major“ ”

live it, love it: student life at SVC

student life

sample of organizationsalpha chi (national honor society)

alternative spring break

big brothers big sisters

biology club

colleges against cancer

cooking club

japanese culture and

animation club

mad hatters drama club

men’s lacrosse

moosecorps

mountaineer events board

the mountain times

nursing student association

PRIDE

radiology club

ski & snowboarding club

student government association

zumba

you’ll be entertainedjoin in the festivities!

There is a lot do when you’repart of the SVC community.

here’s a sampling from fall semester:

human foosball

•

grocery bingo

•

game show nights

•

karaoke/open mic nights

•

shopping excursions to

malls/outlets

•

roller skating in the MAC

•

dodgeball tournament

•

outdoor movie night

•

hypnotist/mentalist

•

comedian

•

shake, rattle & roll duelingpianos performance

•

moonlight breakfast with

games, entertainment

•

trip to NYC & Boston

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mountaineer athletics

you cansucceed…on & off the fieldSouthern Vermont College has 12intercollegiate-competing teamswhich are part of the National Collegiate Athletic Association(NCAA) Division III and the NewEngland Collegiate Conference(NECC). Being part of an athleticteam at SVC means being part of atight-knit group of peers with abuilt-in support system and a common goal...that’s a win-win!

you can play…recreationallySVC offers several club sports, intramural sports and recreationalclubs. In addition, the Moun-taineer Athletic Center (MAC)houses a fitness center for studentswho wish to stay in shape. SVC’s350-acre campus on the side ofMount Anthony offers a variety ofsteep hiking, mountain-biking andcross-country skiing trails.

visit the athletics website at www.svcath le t i c s .com

NCAA d i v i s i o n I I I s p o r t s :

W O M E N

basketball

cross country

lacrosse

soccer

softball

volleyball

M E N

baseball

basketball, varsity & jv

cross country

soccer

track & field

volleyball

5NECC

c h amp i o n s h i p

co n t e s t s

c l u b / i n t r amu r a l s p o r t s *

*varies each semester

dodgeball

flag football

indoor soccer

rugby

ultimate frisbee

volleyball

snowboarding

skiing

73a l l N ECC SVC

s t u d e n t a t h l e t e

s e l e c t i o n s

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o f t h e y e a r

awa r d s

3NCAA

t o u r n ame n t s :

2 f o r wome n ’ s

vo l l e y b a l l ;

1 f o r m e n ’ s

b a s ke t b a l l

2NECC

c h amp i o n s h i p

w i n s

(women ’ s

vo l l e y b a l l )

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start investing in you!3 steps to financial aid Pursuing a college degree is a big investment, but a worthwhile one for you. Our job at the Southern Vermont College Office of Student Financial Services is to help you make it happen. At SVC, 90% of students receive some sort of financial aid. Each year, the College awards over 4.1 million dollars in institutional grants and scholarships.

1. complete the FAFSAThe first and most important step in the financial aid process is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is how federal and institutional aid are determined. You may complete the FAFSA after January 1 by visiting www.fafsa.gov. You should submit your FAFSA by February 15 in order to receive aid. We recommend you file early, using your taxes as a guide.SVC’s school code: 003693

2. make a planSVC Applicants are reviewed for merit-based aid as well as federal and institutional aid, once the FAFSA is available. The friendly, knowledgeable staff in the Office of Student Financial Services will help you and your parents determine your financial aid eligibility and the programs best suited for your college plan.

3. we are flexible & patientAid packages may include a mixture of grants, scholarships, low-interest loans and work-study opportunities. Once your aid package is determined and you can make it work with your college goals, SVC’s Financial Aid counselors are there to work with you every step of the way.

questions?call the office of student financial services802.447.6331financialaid@svc.edu www.svc.edu/financialaid

SVC is a place that will

help you live, work and

be productive in

any environment that you

pursue after graduation.

– Sean, Entrepreneurship major

finding the right collegecan start with yourvisit:

admissions

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take a tour of our beautiful campus• Meet students, faculty, staff

and coaches• Learn about majors, athletics,

campus life, financial aid and academic support

to visitwww.svc.edu/visit or contact the Office of Admissions at802.447.6300

SVC makes applying easySend in your FREE, online Southern Vermont College application now — and soon youcould be on your way to earning a college degree!

application checklist• Free Online Application

(www.svc.edu/apply)• Two Letters of Recommendation• Essay (minimum 250 words)• Test Scores (SAT or ACT)• Official Transcripts

questions?call the office of admissions802.447.6300 admissions@svc.eduwww.svc.edu/admission

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