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Briarwood College is a private, coeducational residential college that fosters a student-centered philosophy and commitment to lifelong learning. The mission of the College is to provide students with a quality education that promotes the importance of liberal education, the need for critical thinking, good communication skills, a strong work ethic and success in their chosen careers. The College encourages each student to achieve self-worth and confidence, self-discipline, and responsible citizenship in a culturally diverse environment. Briarwood College advocates active student outreach and service to others in local and global communities.
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| County |
Hartford County, CT |
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| Title IV Eligible |
Yes |
Yes |
| Carnegie Classification |
Associate of Arts Colleges |
Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level |
4 or more years |
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control |
Private, for profit |
Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate |
389 students |
999 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate |
258 students |
1,410 students |
| Total Enrollment |
647 students |
2,175 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity |
174 students |
220 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid |
96% |
78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants |
48% |
47% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received |
$3,327 |
$2,810 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants |
51% |
28% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received |
$2,050 |
$1,211 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants |
76% |
11% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received |
$1,861 |
$1,117 |
| % Students Receiving Loans |
82% |
37% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received |
$5,709 |
$3,048 |
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- Founded in 1966 as the Briarwood Secretarial School, the institution became Briarwood College in 1979. It is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the State of Connecticut Board of Governors for Higher Education.
- Briarwood's 43-acre campus, nestled at the base of Mount Southington, is approximately 20 miles from downtown Hartford, and is easily accessible to Bradley International Airport. The campus setting, while minutes away from the town and Interstate I-84, projects a picturesque and spacious quality. It is only a few miles from Queen Street, a major local thoroughfare offering numerous shops, restaurants, and services. Nearby is a popular amusement park, Lake Compounce, as well as an 18-hole golf course, fitness center, the Mount Southington ski area, and the headquarters of ESPN, the world leader in sports broadcasting.
- Our curriculum is structured and scheduled to encourage and facilitate lifelong learning. We offer part-time opportunities, evening classes, on-line courses, an accelerated Saturday College Flex Express option designed for working adults, and a variety of continuing education offerings through our Division of Lifelong Learning.
- Pool Tournaments, movie nights, International Day, club events, Gold's Gym workouts, holiday festivities and monthly calendars full of on-campus and off-campus activities keep students busy throughout the year.
- Profile last updated:02/23/2008.
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