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Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary

1200 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

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Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary School Description

Moravian truly believes in educating the whole person. It is rooted in our philosophy, which derives from the teachings of the 17th-century Moravian leader John Amos Comenius, known as "the father of modern education." He believed that education should do more than just teach information, but also give students the chance to explore values, build physical well being, and develop a caring and productive way of life.

We know that a lot of learning takes place outside of the formal classroom--in the residence halls, in the field house, in organization meetings. So in all of our student life programs, we want to foster that learning and assist students in positive ways, in ways that will help them grow.

The purpose of a Moravian education is to set you free —from gaps in your knowledge, from limitations in your thinking, from isolation in your world—to lead a fulfilling, successful life. Our educational programs are founded on the ideals of John Amos Comenius, a Moravian leader born in the 16th century, now revered as the "father of modern education."

Our nation's leaders are crying out for a reaffirmation of his principles: a strong basic curriculum, personal attention from skilled teachers, a global perspective, and a vision for the future of students. Moravian College was founded more than 250 years ago on Comenius's principles. We continue to fine-tune his ideals to fulfill the needs of a new age and a new world order. We like to think that we have a special insight into what he had in mind.

For over two centuries men and women exploring God's call have chosen to attend Moravian Theological Seminary, a graduate school that prepares them for vocations that make a difference in the lives of others. Known for combining strong academics with practical experiences, Moravian equips our graduates with a strong pastoral identity, ready to lead and serve in congregational, counseling, and other ministries.

To add to the richness of the learning experience, it is common for our student body to represent at least 14 denominations and other faith traditions. Our programs are rooted in the Moravian faith tradition — centered in Jesus Christ, grounded in Scripture, ecumenical in spirit, committed to community, and focused on missional leadership.

Moravian Seminary is located in Bethlehem, an attractive tree-lined city of 75,000 in the center of the Lehigh Valley community, with a population of more than 600,000. Six nationally-ranked colleges are located in the Lehigh Valley — Moravian College, Lehigh University, Muhlenberg College, Lafayette College, Cedar Crest College, and DeSales University.

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Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary

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Moravian College & Theological Seminary is a private liberal arts college and Seminary located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States, in the Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania.

History

The College traces its roots to the Bethlehem Female Seminary, which was founded in 1742 as the the first school for young women in the U.S. in Germantown, Pennsylvania. The seminary was created by Benigna, Countess von Zinzendorf the daughter of Count Nikolaus Ludwig Zinzendorf, who was the benefactor of the fledgling Moravian communities in Nazareth and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The Female Seminary was incorporated by the Pennsylvania State Legislature in 1863 and became the woman's college, the Moravian Seminary and College for Women in 1913.

The College also traces its roots to the founding of two boy's schools, established in 1742 and 1743, which merged to become Nazareth Hall in 1759 and was located in the town of Nazareth. Nazareth Hall became, in part, Moravian College & Theological Seminary in 1807, and was later incorporated by the Pennsylvania State Legislature as "Moravian College & Theological Seminary" in 1863. Beginning in 1858 and continuing to 1892, the Seminary and College relocated from Nazareth to a former boys’ school on Church Street in Bethlehem, located on the present site of the Bethlehem City Hall. The men's Moravian College & Theological Seminary thereafter settled in the north end of the City of Behlehem (the present day North Campus) as a result of a donation from the Bethlehem Congregation of the Moravian Church in 1888. The first buildings constructed at North Campus, Comenius Hall and Zinzendorf Hall, were completed in 1892 and joined the property's original brick farmhouse to form the new campus. The farmhouse was later named Hamilton Hall and still exists today.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Mid-Atlantic
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Moravian Church
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Greyhounds

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
1,845
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
100%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 25,263
Students Receiving Aid:
95%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 40
Selectivity:
Selective
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Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 100%
Part-Time 0%
Men vs. Women
Women 54%
Men 46%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 92%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 2%
African-American 2%
Other 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 60%
Out-of-State 40%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Pennsylvania 60%
New Jersey 27%
New York 4%
Connecticut 2%
New Hampshire 0%
Percent of Students International: 1%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 63%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation)
Basketball (Commonwealth Conference)
Baseball (Commonwealth Conference)
Track (Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation)

Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 25,263    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 24,813    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 450    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 3,389 17%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 3,088 31%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 9,495 93%  
Student Loans:
 $ 6,971 77%  
Any Aid:
   95%  

Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 65% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 94%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 520, Math: 520
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 620, Math: 630

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 40.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Recommended
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

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    Gate of the South Campus from Main Street [source]
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