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University of Redlands

#612 in Best Colleges in America
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Redlands, CA
  • 873 reviews
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    At this time, we are unable to host visitors on campus. However, we are offering a variety of ways to connect with us virtually. From information sessions and a virtual tour, to virtual workshops to help you prepare for the college application process, to virtual appointments with your admissions counselor, we are committed to connecting with you despite these unprecedented times. Learn More

    B
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      A-
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      C+
    5. Athletics
      B-
    6. Party Scene
      B
    7. Professors
      B
    8. Location
      C+
    9. Dorms
      C+
    10. Campus Food
      C
    11. Student Life
      B-
    12. Safety
      B-
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    redlands.edu
    1200 E Colton Avenue PO Box 3080
    Redlands, CA 92373
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    About Redlands...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
    From University of Redlands

    University of Redlands Bulldogs are leaders, creators, and contributors. They are passionate, academically curious, adventurous, and they carry the maroon and grey spirit wherever they go. With more than 50 programs of study to choose from, you can make your learning academically challenging, specialized, and interconnected. There's a vibe at Redlands that welcomes you with open arms and inspires you to try new things. An atmosphere that invites you to take the time to find what's meaningful and encourages you to pursue it with passion. A community that enjoys being together and share a commitment to understanding the world and making a difference. With more than 120 student-led organizations than span academic, social justice, faith-based, service, arts, Greek, and recreational, our students are involved and invested in the Redlands community. What kind of Bulldog will you be?

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    University of Redlands Rankings

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    January 15
    Acceptance Rate
    75%
    SAT Range
    1080-1260
    ACT Range
    23-28
    Application Fee
    $50
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $29,226/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $36,147/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%
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    Academics

    Professors
    B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    12:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    86%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.51 responses
    75%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.63 responses
    63%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.63 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      321 Graduates
    • Psychology
      63 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      52 Graduates
    • Speech Language Pathology
      52 Graduates
    • Biology
      51 Graduates
    • Natural Resources Conservation and Management
      27 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      25 Graduates
    • Sociology
      25 Graduates
    • Environmental Science
      24 Graduates
    • Public Policy Analysis
      22 Graduates
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    Online

    Online Programs Offered
    0
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
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    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      4%
    • On Campus
      93%
    • Online
      2%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    2,501Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    513
    Undergrads Over 25
    4%
    Pell Grant
    37%
    Varsity Athletes
    20%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 39 responses
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    • Mostly well going, with uniqueness to each one
      33%
    • Fun
      15%
    • Humble, down to earth
      13%
    • Different
      10%
    • Accepting
      8%
    • Indie
      5%
    • Determined
      5%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    87%
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    Poll
    66%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.64 responses
    Poll
    60%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.70 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 40 responses
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    • Good community and fun
      28%
    • Good location, small, sometimes too small
      28%
    • Great community on campus
      20%
    • School
      8%
    • Too small
      5%
    • Fast-paced
      3%
    • Home away from home
      3%
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      After College

      Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
      $55,000/ year
      National
      $33,028
      Graduation Rate
      74%
      National
      49%
      Employed 2 Years After Graduation
      93%
      National
      83%
      75%
      of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.32 responses
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      University of Redlands Reviews

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      Just east of San Bernardino, Redlands feels like the armpit of SoCal, as you quickly run out of things to do in town unless you get creative. My years at UofR have been a rocky road in regards to my overall experience. Despite the close knit community and beautiful campus setting, this tiny private liberal arts college boasts a major division between the various cliques within the student population, each with their own subculture. A few archetypes perusing campus are the shallow LA wannabes which comprises the majority of the local Greek life and jocks, the bold, artistic, progressive LGBTQ hippies in the Johnston center, and the granola, spiritual, weed-loving homies in Outdoor Programs. There's significant room for flexibility in the curriculum with many opportunities to take unique classes you will only find here, making connections with well-versed professors. This is a school where you have to forge your own path, and where you can't go anywhere without seeing familiar faces.
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      While certain classes have been next to impossible to get into this semester, UofR offers a variety of different online formats which are all available to meet the various demands of students who desire to be on campus, and those who elect to attend class remotely. Each teacher has their own preference for meetings: as some classes are completely asynchronous, some classes are partially asynchronous (we use the platforms Zoom, WebEx, and Microsoft Teams), and others are meeting in person under the restrictions of the new COVID procedures. A lot of teachers have also modified their class curriculum so that there are more writing portions based on the assigned weekly readings, averse to taking tests every few weeks so that professors can authentically assess our comprehension and retention of information we are learning. I personally appreciate this new online format given that my professors are easier to reach and I feel as though I am more committed to my classes than ever before.
      The University of Redlands had one of the worst and most unorganized responses to COVID-19 out of several CA universities. The University was extremely hesitant on both closing down the campus and refunding students once we did close. Their format for the Fall2020 semester is just as scattered and it seems like money goes above everything else.
      On top of this, the University has many racist faculty and students and uses Black and students of color as diversity tokens. Most classes are predominantly white and the discussions are centered around the White American experience.
      Financial aid is constantly being lowered for students meanwhile the tuition fees increase on a regular basis.
      If you’re looking for an inclusive student environment, assurance in your financial aid, and safety - look elsewhere.
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