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Pride, Courage, Character, Community

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Explore From Home

Until you can visit in person, explore a sneak peek of campus and student life through this immersive experience.

Explore JWU From Home

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JWU STORIES

FIT Symposium panel discussion with JWU Providence Chef Matthew Britt, Champe Speidel ‘00, ‘16 Hon. (Persimmon), Paul Kahan (Publican), and Lindsay Tusk (Quince)

Rethinking Culinary

The FIT Symposium brought seasoned restaurateurs together to rethink and rebuild the culinary model.

The Biz of Cannabis

We answer your top questions about JWU’s new Cannabis Entrepreneurship bachelor of science degree.
Family tours downtown with admissions rep

Ask Your Rep!

Questions about applying? Explore 5 ways your JWU admissions representative can help you navigate the process.
Dean Jason Evans of the College of Food Innovation & Technology

New CFIT Dean

Learn more about JWU’s College of Food Innovation & Technology (CFIT) and its new dean, Jason Evans., Ph.D.
Gaebe Common in the fall.

How JWU Ranks

JWU has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education and Money rankings for teaching, value, and student engagement.
Assistant Professor Nick DiFilippo teaches an in-person class at JWU Providence.

Zoom Classroom

How JWU faculty members are using their creativity to keep their classrooms (virtual or otherwise) engaged.
Two female students working on a biomedical engineering project.

Our Biomedical Future

JWU’s Biomedical Engineering program unites electronics, mechanics, computer science + design.
Sebastian Silva ’20 and Associate Professor Jonathan Harris working on their solar-powered delivery bike.

Teaching Excellence

How JWU faculty actively share their knowledge and shape the future with students.

97.7% JWU’s Career Outcome Rate

2,898 Students who completed an internship

70% Seniors on paid internships who received a job offer

CHOOSE YOUR CAMPUS

Providence
Small State, Big Breaks // Providence, R.I., is one of the most vibrant college towns in the world. That’s because it’s more than a town — it’s a city, offering all the benefits of a large urban area.
Charlotte
Rule the Queen City // Charlotte, no sleepy southern town, is one of the fastest-growing business centers in the country.
Online
Professionally Focused // JWU’s College of Online Education offers the same high-quality programs that have defined our more than 100-year history.
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The Wildcat Way

Be part of a community that’s bigger than yourself

One JWU. No matter which campus you’re on, you’ll join a tight-knit network that embraces the same four tenets: Pride, Courage, Character and Community. With alumni across the country and opportunities that span the globe, there’s never been a better time to become a Wildcat.

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80+ Majors

Our students are invested in their educations and intentional about their experiences, ensuring that their learning is authentic and purposeful. JWU values intellectual curiosity and encourages a passion for hands-on learning while immersing students in dynamic labs and career-focused classrooms. The university’s commitment to providing students with a practical, relevant education shapes agile graduates who are real-world tested and ready to enter a highly dynamic workforce.

Majors & Programs: By Interest

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Experiential Education Prepares Leaders

JWU was among the first to build a curriculum around hands on learning. It's the foundation of the JWU experience.

Build Intercultural Competence

The JWU global experience means you are sure to find something that makes you dig a little deeper, think a little broader, and venture a little outside of your comfort zone.

In a Class of Their Own

At JWU, we have some of the most passionate, dedicated leaders in academia, with years of experience. They are committed to working with students, inspiring personal growth and professional success, through innovative programs that directly reflect 21st-century needs.

It’s such a different atmosphere here. It’s like family. My professors have opened so many doors for me.

Tim Higginson '20, Criminal Justice

Tim Higginson Crim Just '18 Quote
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JWU Magazine Features More Stories
  • Forging a Sustainable Future

    How JWU campus presidents Marie Bernardo-Sousa and Cheryl Richards took swift action to deliver an academic year, despite long odds.

  • Like a Boss

    JWU alumni on the risks and rewards of building a company.

  • Alumni Making a Difference

    Meet 4 JWU alumni who are making a difference during the pandemic: Rasheeda McCallum and Kayla Davis; Megan Bradley, RDN; and Alysse Pazienza.

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