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1 Transformations begin at LaGrange College. Here, you’ll find the perfect balance between learning and life – in a supportive and interactive environment. You’ll discover the best in yourself by experiencing unique opportunities to serve, lead and create enduring friendships. Begin where you are, and learn to expect more of yourself than you ever imagined. TRANSFORM. LEARN. LEAD. begin

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Transformations begin at LaGrange College. Here, you’ll find the perfect balance

between learning and life – in a supportive and interactive environment. You’ll discover

the best in yourself by experiencing unique opportunities to serve, lead and create

enduring friendships.

Begin where you are, and learn to expect more of yourself than you ever imagined.

TRANSFORM.LEARN. LEAD.

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Transformation is at the heart of a liberal arts education. Studies show, and employers agree,

that a liberal arts degree enhances analytical aptitude and adaptability. You’ll find that to be

true at LaGrange College, where you’ll gain a broader, deeper knowledge of many subject

areas, along with practical skills – providing flexibility in your career choices.

As a smaller, liberal arts school, LaGrange College offers a beautiful, intimate setting and

easy-going on-campus living. You’ll be part of a close-knit, supportive community as you

begin your journey toward self-discovery.

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Prepare yourself for the journey.

Put your theories to the testIf science is your passion, you’ll �nd a whole new world of opportunity here. From chemistry to computational math, LaGrange College o�ers a variety of science-related studies focused on reasoning and knowledge developed through discovery. You’ll undertake research projects, allowing you to learn from hands-on experiments and experience growth as a scientist.Use your smartphone to download a free

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Here, you’re encouraged to explore your possi-

bilities and focus on your individual passions. In

a recent National Survey of Student Engage-

ment, LaGrange ranked high for active and

collaborative learning. Not surprising, given that

our students live in a hands-on environment,

with faculty making every effort to involve them in

their scholarly work and research projects.

At LaGrange, you’ll learn from the best: more

than 80 percent of our full-time faculty hold the

highest degrees in their fields. Whether your

interests lie in the arts, science, business – or

anything in between – there’s a path of study

waiting for you here. And our accomplished,

engaging faculty will guide you along the way.

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collaborateLearn through relationships.

�ink for yourselfA liberal arts education teaches you how to think and learn. At LaGrange College, we’re interested in helping you develop a strong mind and sound judgment – attributes that will carry you through whatever career path you choose. As a LaGrange graduate, you’ll bring the asset of critical thinking to the job.

Cornerstone for lifeTo help you start o� on the right foot, your education here begins with Freshman Cornerstone. Part of our core curriculum, this course focuses on ethics and decision-making. You’ll choose from topics like �e Art of Happiness, Wild Wild West, Ethics in Film & Television, and even Food Fight (the exploration of food’s signi�cance).

challengeAs a Methodist institution, LaGrange College

provides an education that challenges and

inspires you to grow intellectually, socially and

spiritually. Integrated with other courses during

your first three years, our core curriculum devel-

ops your creative, critical-thinking and communi-

cative abilities. Here, we care not just about what

you know, but also who you become.

At our core.

�e business of successOur Business Management program prepares you for today’s global economy, providing the necessary tools for critical thinking and communication. From your �rst day in class, you’ll conduct independent research, work in teams, debate, participate in panel discussions and make individual and group presentations.

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~Ralph Waldo Emerson

THE HILLEXPERIENCE

ACCOUNTANCY ART & DESIGN BIOCHEMISTRY BIOLOGY

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION HISTORY MATHEMATICS MUSIC

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THE SCIENCE OF CARINGIf you’re looking for a rewarding career that combines high-tech with high-touch, the LaGrange Nursing program may be for you. You’ll gain a foundation of knowledge paired with a focus on compassion – both needed for a career in nursing or the pursuit of advanced degrees and certificates. In such high demand today, nurses – especially those with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing – are almost guaranteed jobs right out of college.

Thoughts rule the world.

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We call it Jan Term; you’ll call it the amazing adventure of a lifetime. The only program of its

kind in Georgia, our Interim Term during the month of January offers courses designed to

encourage you to explore content outside of your major – and even outside the country.

You might choose to study the Art and Beauty of Barcelona or The Ireland of Yeats and

Joyce. Whatever your interest, we’ll take you there, with a wide variety of courses to

choose from and $2,500 travel vouchers for incoming freshmen to use in their junior or

senior year. If you prefer to stay close to home, you can explore on-campus courses like

The Poetics of Punk or The Science of Photography. Wherever Jan Term takes you,

prepare to be amazed and enlightened.

Internships: From the Hill in LaGrange to Capitol Hill Our Daily BreadSpend a month getting real-life experience by participating in one of many internships available to LaGrange students. You might work in Washington, D.C., in an area related to your academic major or career interest. Or you can participate in an exercise science internship in a school or sports-management setting. Experience your area of study in the real world.

Jan Term can make a di�erence in your life by making a di�erence in the lives of others. �e Our Daily Bread class provides an up-close and personal look at the issue of hunger in America. Students examine the facts, then serve the hungry by working with soup kitchens, food banks and farms.

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exploreDiscover a new world here … or abroad.

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An arts education at LaGrange College will take you as far as your imagination will go.

Whether it’s music, theater or art and design, you’ll immerse yourself in established

techniques, while exploring your own creative expressions. Our facilities showcase your

artistic talents in the best light. The Lamar Dodd Art Center offers excellent studio, gallery and

museum space. Home to the LaGrange Symphony, our Callaway Auditorium serves as an

acoustically outstanding concert hall. For exceptional drama, our Price Theater features a

280-seat proscenium theater, 60-seat Black Box Theater, hydraulic orchestra pit, scenery

workshop, dressing rooms and costume shops.

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createAchieve your dreams through the arts.

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Listen to your voice within and develop your musical abilities at LaGrange. Our Music

program allows you to take center stage, whether it’s in a recital hall, a recording studio or

premier venues like St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York or Notre Dame in Paris. LaGrange’s

Composition & Music Technologies degree trains you to use the latest tools and realize your

full creative potential.

shineHone your unique talents.

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INTERACTIVEWAYS TO DEVELOP

your interests and reach your goals

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Make new friends; try new things.

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connect

Safe havenWhile our community has always been a safe and secure place to call home, we’ve taken extensive measures to enhance student safety – with the addition of an outdoor warning system, 24/7 security o�cers, major outdoor lighting upgrades, card access for after-hours entrance to buildings and a backup generator. In case of an emergency situation, our e2Campus alert system will broadcast noti�cations to you by email and text message.

LaGrange College is a close-knit community that encourages civility, diversity, service and

excellence – in and out of the classroom. Living on campus and being part of a smaller

school makes it easy to meet friends, get involved and become a leader in your choice of

sororities, fraternities, clubs and organizations. With more than 50 student groups and plenty

of service opportunities, there’s always something new to do at LaGrange. Or just hang out

around campus, experiencing Favorite Foreign Flicks, Greek Week, Bongo Ball Mania,

Saturday nights at the Acoustic Café, lip-sync contests, Sunday Night Soul … and more.

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Try us on for size. With a student/professor ratio of 11-to-1 and intentionally small class sizes,

you’ll receive the personal attention you need to excel at LaGrange College. Our professors

not only know you by name, but also know who you are. They’ll help you uncover your true

talents and passions.

supportExperience a caring community.

Rock out at LaGrangeShow your true colors on �e Rocks, located on our Residential Quad. Join with friends to paint the boulders here to represent your fraternity or sorority, celebrate special events or simply express your creativity.

The relationships you create are an essential part of your personal and professional

journey. SOURCE (Student Opportunity, Undergraduate Resources and Community

Engagement) partners students with alumni and community mentors to build

networks for your future success.

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for success

Celebrating cultural di�erencesMeet people and engage in cultural exchange as part of the LaGrange College International Group. Powered by diversity, this group fosters an understanding and appreciation of international issues and cultural di�erences. From soccer games and parties to a Japanese Tea Ceremony and Africa Chat, the International Group is your global connection in LaGrange.

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A fierce Panther spirit inhabits the DNA of LaGrange College students, whether they’re

watching or participating. A member of the NCAA Division III and the USA South Athletic

Conference, LaGrange offers 16 intercollegiate teams, from football to lacrosse. Our athletic

facilities, including an outstanding baseball stadium, natatorium, two-field softball complex

and 4,000-square-foot weight training room, are among the best in the region. Year after

year, student-athletes at LaGrange College earn conference and national recognition in their

chosen sports. With more than one-third of on-campus students participating in our athletics

program, a spot on a Panther team may be waiting for you.

BASKETBALL CROSS COUNTRY LACROSSE SOCCER SOFTBALL SWIMMING TENNIS VOLLEYBALL

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competeExcel in your sport of choice.

Get in the gameNot an intercollegiate athlete? You can still take on a sporting challenge with one of our 18 intramural activities. Here, you’ll �nd expected sports like �ag football and softball, along with the more unusual water polo and Frisbee golf teams.

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Touchdown Panthers!Few schools our size can boast an all-star NCAA Division III football team. In just its third season, the squad won its conference championship and a spot in the national playo�s. At LaGrange, football’s in our blood, with crowds of fans and cheerleaders rooting on the Panthers against a formidable lineup of opponents.

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Sometimes the best way to lead is to serve. You’ll discover that right from the start as a fresh-

man at LaGrange College, where you’ll participate in a First Week Service Project to help

those in need in our community. Through our Servant-Leadership initiatives, you’ll experience

an inward journey that leads to an outreach of your time and talents.

Contribute to the greater good.

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Servant scholarsA program unique to LaGrange College, the new Servant Scholars Residential Honors Program is exclusively for our juniors and seniors who have demonstrated high academic achievement, engagement and leadership on campus. Living and serving locally, these students partner in building a stronger and healthier community.

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Major faithTo further explore your faith, LaGrange o�ers two Religion and Philosophy majors. Whether as preparation for church leadership or graduate school or simply as a minor, this area of study expands your mental and spiritual understanding.

At LaGrange College, we’ll do more than just challenge your mind – we’ll also inspire your

soul. As you explore new ideas and interests, you’ll discover opportunities for spiritual growth

and faith relationships, through groups like Wesley Fellowship and Baptist Collegiate Minis-

tries. Backed by our history of service and affiliation with the United Methodist Church,

LaGrange College is committed to aiding you in your own inspirational journey – wherever it

may lead you.

Find meaning in all you do.believe

A pledge of honorEach fall, incoming freshmen add their signatures to the LaGrange College Honor Code, pledging their commitment to the ideals of civility, diversity, service and excellence. And each spring, eight students are selected to serve on the Honor Council, helping to build character and reinforce those values among their peers.

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In your honorFrom Alpha Psi Omega to �eta Alpha Kappa, LaGrange College o�ers a wide choice of national and international honor societies to help you further excel in your �eld of interest.

Prepare for career and for life. succeed

Your journey toward achievement at LaGrange College may take you in many different direc-

tions. Whether it's on to a career or to graduate studies, one thing is certain, you’ll leave

LaGrange a transformed person, ready to take on new challenges and help transform the

world around you.

Your turnWhere will you be after your LaGrange graduation? Consider the career paths of some recent alumni: veterinarian Kristin Kozar ’05, White House Photo Editor Jared Ragland ’00, detective Shane Nelson ’11, campus minister and pastor the Rev. Jessica Terrell ’03 and anesthesiology specialist Dr. Henry Vucetic ’03. Other LaGrange grads impact our world as television producers, science professors, CEOs and nationally syndicated cartoonists.

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BIG HEARTACCOUNTANCY ART & DESIGN ART HISTORY ART STUDIO

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~John WesleyDo all the good you can, by all the means you can ...

As an ethical and caring community, LaGrange students are involved in protect-ing the health and stability of creatures, social systems and ecological environ-ments. Through academic programs and projects like bicycle initiatives and community gardens, our Sustainability Council is dedicated to leaving the world a better place than we found it.

RESPECT YOUR WORLD

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Make yourself at home in LaGrange, Georgia, the

charming town that’s close to everything. Spend

some time in LaGrange’s historic downtown,

enjoying restaurants, shops, movies and the arts.

Or unwind on West Point Lake, with a day of

boating, fishing and swimming. Need a dose of

big-city excitement? Located just off Interstate-

85, LaGrange is only one hour from Atlanta and

Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

Find yourself here.arrive

At home on campusLearning at LaGrange College is set against the backdrop of a beautiful campus and state-of-the-art facilities. �e new Frank and Laura Lewis Library is at the top of its class, featuring 45,000 square feet, shelving for 190,000 volumes, “green” attributes, plenty of light and outdoor views, modern computer workspaces, a co�ee shop and 24-hour study area. As the oldest private college in Georgia, LaGrange also o�ers plenty of architectural charm and historical signi�cance.

Take a closer look at tuition.

compareLaGrange College is one of the most affordable

private colleges in the Southeast. In fact, year

after year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked

us as a top 10 Regional College (South) and

among that category’s “Great Schools at a Great

Price.” Recognizing the major investment

students and families make when choosing a

private college, we offer a range of financial aid

assistance. We’ll work with you on an individual

basis to make LaGrange College an affordable

choice in the pursuit of your dreams.

See for yourself why LaGrange College is right for you. Whether you and your family or friends come for one of our daylong events or just a quick visit, take a tour of campus, meet students and faculty, and sit in on a class. Once you get to know us, you’ll understand why trans-formations happen here.

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ARTSThe College is recognizedfor its offerings in drama, theater, music and art.

CHARACTERThe time-honored TempletonFoundation lists us among its “Colleges that EncourageCharacter Development.”

ATHLETICSMember of NCAA Division III in 16 athletic programs including football; many intramurals sports

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS50+ student clubs and organiza-tions

FINANCIAL AID90% of students receive financial assistance; more than $8 million awarded annually

FULLY ACCREDITEDLaGrange College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the degrees of Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Education, Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership and Education Specialist.

VALUEU.S. News & World Report named LaGrange a “best value,” among its top 10 regional (south) colleges.

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MAJORS• Accountancy• Art & Design – Art History Museum Studies – Art Studio Ceramics Drawing Graphic Design Painting Photography Sculpture• Biochemistry• Biology• Business Management• Chemistry• Computer Science• Early Childhood Education• English• Exercise Science• History• Mathematics• Middle Grade Education (M.A.T.)• Music (B.A.)• Music (B.M.) – Church Music – Composition & Music Technologies – Performance• Nursing• Political Science• Psychology• Religion – Church Leadership – Religion & Philosophy• Secondary Education (M.A.T.)• Sociology• Spanish• Theater Arts

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS• Dentistry• Engineering• Law• Medicine & Allied Fields• Optometry• Pharmacy• Physical Therapy• Theology/Seminary• Veterinary Medicine

MINORS• Coaching• French• International Economics• Japanese Studies• Latin American Studies• The Oikos Program• Philosophy• Physics• Public History• Women’s Studies

AREAS OF STUDY AT LAGRANGE COLLEGE

FOUNDED1831; the oldest private college in Georgia

LOCATIONLaGrange, Georgia (pop. 30,000) - Approximately 65 miles southwest of Atlanta, and about 40 miles from Columbus, Georgia and Auburn, Alabama. More than 125 acres atop “the Hill” - the highest point in LaGrange

AFFILIATIONSThe United Methodist Church

TOP EDUCATIONFor the fifth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report ranked LaGrange among the top 10 regional (south) colleges for earnng your bachelor’s degree.

ENROLLMENTJust over 1,000 students, representing 19 states and 15 countries

STUDENT - FACULTY RATIO11 - 1

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE11 students

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS53 academic and pre-professional programs

FACULTY83% of the professors in our baccalaureate programs hold the highest degree in their fields.

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LaGrange College challenges the minds and inspires the souls of its students. Founded in 1831 and committed to its relationship with the United Methodist Church and its Wesleyan and liberal arts traditions, the college supports students in their search for truth. An ethical and caring community valuing civility, diversity, service and excellence, LaGrange College prepares students to become successful, responsible citizens who aspire to lives of integrity and moral courage.

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transforming lives.

LaGrange College does not discriminate against any applicant or student on the basis of

race, sex, religion, national origin, or physical challenge.

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601 BROAD STREET LAGRANGE GEORGIA 30240706-880-8005 1-800-593-2885

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LaGrange College does not discriminate against any applicant or student on the basis of

race, sex, religion, national origin, or physical challenge.

transforming lives.

transforming lives.