Pine Manor College
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General Information • Enrollment • Academics • Student Life • Financial Information
English Language Institute • Center for Inclusive Leadership and Social Responsibility

General Information

The College

Pine Manor College (PMC) is a small private four-year liberal arts college preparing women for roles of inclusive leadership and social responsibility.

Accreditation

PMC is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Mission

Pine Manor College prepares women for inclusive leadership and social responsibility in their workplaces, families and communities. We pursue this goal through: integration of an outcomes-based curriculum and co-curriculum demonstrated by portfolio presentations; active, collaborative, applied liberal arts learning; and college-wide mentoring teams and community partnerships --in an environment that celebrates diversity and respects the common good.

History

PMC was founded in 1911 by Helen Temple Cooke, originally as a post-secondary division of Dana Hall School in Wellesley. It was chartered in 1930 as an independent junior college and authorized in 1959 to confer Associate's degrees. The College moved to its present campus in 1965 and was authorized to confer Bachelor's degrees in 1977.

President

Dr. Gloria Nemerowicz has been President of Pine Manor College since 1996.

Campus and Location

PMC's picturesque campus is situated on 60 wooded acres in the Chestnut Hill section of Brookline, Massachusetts, five miles from downtown Boston. The college is accessible by both automobile and public transportation. The campus is located just off Route 9 and is a ten-minute walk to the Chestnut Hill station on the Green Line of the "T", Boston's trolley and subway system. The college provides regular shuttle service to the train station when classes are in session.

Employees

The College employs nearly 200 individuals, including full and part-time faculty and staff. PMC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications for job openings. Pine Manor College is committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Memberships and Affiliations

Enrollment

Student Enrollment: For the Fall 2006 semester, 491 students came to Pine Manor College from 26 states, the District of Columbia, and 18 countries outside of the United States. 30% of U.S. students at PMC are from out-of-state. International students account for 6.5% of the total student population. 206 new students enrolled in the fall, including 168 first-year students and 38 transfers. Approximately 20 new students typically enroll at PMC during the Spring Semester.
Campus Diversity: For the Fall 2006 semester, PMC students identified themselves according to the following racial/ethnic classifications: 17.6% White/Caucasian; 34.5% Black/Non-Hispanic; 9.8% Hispanic/Latina/Chicana; 6.5% International; 5.3% Cape Verdean; 4.5% Asian American; 6.5% Haitian; 3.7% Puerto Rican; 0.6% American Indian; 11.3% Other or Unreported. For the fourth consecutive year, PMC ranks #1 among liberal arts colleges (bachelors) in the United States for campus diversity according to U.S. News' 2007x America's Best Colleges.
Admission Requirements: Pine Manor College reviews applications for admission on a rolling basis. First-year students are considered for admission based on a complete review of a wide array of credentials, including an official secondary school transcript, results from the SAT I or ACT, school recommendations, and a personal essay. Transfer applicants must submit the same credentials if they have completed less than 24 college credits, but otherwise are considered for admission based on a review of official college transcripts, college recommendations, and a personal essay. International students are not required to submit results from the SAT I or ACT, but must submit TOEFL scores. While an interview is not normally required for admission, it is strongly recommended for all applicants.; Pine Manor College admits students without regard to their race, color, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, age, handicap, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or marital status.

Academics

Learning Environment

Outcomes-based learning, interactive teaching, mentoring, and academic support provide individual attention and opportunities for independent growth and leadership at Pine Manor College. PMC's co-curricular approach connects theory with practice through an innovative leadership program, internship placement, and extracurricular activities.

Degrees Offered

Pine Manor College offers the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree, the Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree, and the Associate in Science (A.S.) degree.

Academic Programs

Over 50 areas of interest are offered within nine majors at PMC. Majors include:

Biology
Business Administration
Communication
English
History and Culture
Liberal Studies
Psychology
Social and Political Systems
Visual Arts

Also offered are Teacher Licensure programs and preprofessional preparation for medical school and law school.

Academic Resources

Annenberg Library is part of a five-college consortium and provides online access via the Internet.
The Brown Learning Resource Center provides a wide array of services for students.
The Office of Experiential Learning, Internships and Career Services assists students in determining career and educational goals and coordinates activities related to individual career exploration and development.
Educational facilities for specific academic programs include Annenberg Communications Center, Abercrombie Fine Arts Wing, Dane Science Building, and Ellsworth Hall/Performing Arts Center.
The on-campus Ann Pappajohn Vassiliou Child Study Center is a licensed developmental preschool and provides students with the opportunity for observation and practical experience.
Students at Pine Manor College may cross-register for courses at Boston College, Babson College and schools in the Marine Studies Consortium.
Off-campus study opportunities are available through the Washington Seminar at American University, the American Institute for Foreign Study, the Semester at Sea program sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh, and other study-abroad organizations.

Faculty

66 full and part-time faculty members teach at Pine Manor College. 75% of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their field. 68% of full-time faculty are women. PMC student to faculty ratio is 10:1.

Academic Calendar

PMC's academic calendar is semester based, with the fall semester starting in September and ending in December and the spring semester starting in January and ending in May. Two optional summer sessions are also offered.

Class Size

72% of PMC classes have fewer than 20 students, ranking Pine Manor College among the top 40 liberal arts colleges (bachelor's) in the United States in this area according to US News' 2005 America's Best Colleges.

Educational Memberships and Affiliations

Student Life

Co-curricular: At PMC, what students do outside of the classroom is just as important as what goes on inside the classroom. Co-curricular activities are encouraged and are considered a vital part of each student's education and leadership development. Opportunities to participate in community service, student organizations, intercollegiate athletics, performing arts, and recreational activities are widely available to Pine Manor students and the college's proximity to Boston greatly enhances the student experience.
Student Government: Students participate in decision making at Pine Manor College through the Student Government Association. Student representatives sit on the Curriculum Committee, Library Committee, Speakers and Programs Committee, and the Academic Ethics Council.
Athletics: Athletics play an important role at Pine Manor College, providing students opportunity to practice inclusive leadership and social responsibility. Intercollegiate sports include cross country, soccer, tennis and volleyball in the fall, basketball in the winter, and softball in the spring. PMC competes against other NCAA Division III schools and is a member of the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. PMC's varsity teams are the Gators.
Athletic Facilities: Athletic facilities at PMC include a new outdoor tennis complex with six courts, softball and soccer fields, a cross country trail, two platform tennis courts, and a multi-purpose gymnasium with courts for indoor sports, a fitness room, a dance studio, and a softball batting cage.
International Student Services: International students are well served by the International Student Advisor and through participation in the International Student Club.
Residence Life: 74% of students live in residence halls on campus. Residential students live in one of three villages, each with five residence halls and a Commons area. Each residence hall accommodates 30 students.
Technology Services: All residence hall rooms are wired for high-speed internet access. Additionally, students can access the Internet from computers available throughout the campus in the residence hall common areas, the Campus Center, and five computer laboratories. Students enjoy best-effort guidance for their personal computers in residence hall rooms at no charge, and assistance is available through technology mentoring. There are no technology fees for students.
Parking: Ample parking exists on campus for residential and commuter students. Parking permits are available to students for an annual fee of $80 for resident students and $40 for commuter students.
Office of Student Life: The Student Life staff provides a wide array of services to benefit the well-being of students, such as advising and personal counseling, healthcare services, and awareness programs about current issues.

Financial Information

Tuition, Room and Board: PMC is among the most affordable private four-year colleges in the United States. Tuition for the 2008-09 academic year is $18,957 and room and board is $11,115. Total cost for resident students with fees is $30,322.
Student Financial Aid: At Pine Manor College education may be the best investment you ever make in your future. We commend our students for having the drive and commitment to seek their college degree. We are also dedicated to helping students and their families make sound financial decisions to pay for college. Generous contributions from alumnae and friends of the College enabled PMC to reduce tuition by 34% and offer financial assistance to students. Resources that are available to eligible students: Individual financial aid counseling with professional staff; Need-based and merit scholarships; Government grants; Student and parent loans; Family payment plans; Financial wellness workshops. Learn more in the Financial Aid section.
Endowment: The college endowment is $13 million.

English Language Institute

The English Language Institute (ELI), an integral part of PMC, specializes in intensive English language courses for both men and women. ELI was started by the College in 1996.

Center for Inclusive Leadership and Social Responsibility

The Center for Inclusive Leadership and Social Responsibility fosters leadership skills of young women (from middle school age through college age), which are inclusive of all people and are directed toward a common good. The Center is a hub of activity for women of all ages and backgrounds -- reaching out to the community while providing teaching and learning opportunities for Pine Manor College students and faculty.

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