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EDUCATION
HIGHER EDUCATION
Institutions of Higher Learning in Westchester and the Hudson Valley
Westchester County
Berkeley College
White Plains
Berkeley College’s White Plains campus advertises a focus on career placement through its professional studies and in- ternship programs. A range of certificate and degree tracks are available, including a selective honors program. www.berkeleycollege.edu
College of Westchester
White Plains
This former business school now offers a range of career-focused programs in digital media and information technology. In addition to degree programs, students can enroll in day, night, or weekend classes to prepare for technological certifications. www.cw.edu
Elizabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University
White Plains
This is one of the first law schools in the country to develop a comprehensive and integrated curriculum in environmental law. Many graduates practice locally, giving stu- dents a supportive network in this emerg- ing field.
www.law.pace.edu
Fordham University
West Harrison
The Westchester location of this vener- ated Jesuit university hosts branches of Fordham’s professional, business, educa- tion, and social service programs. Its 32- acre facility underwent an $8M renovation in 2008 to increase sustainability. www.fordham.edu
Iona College
New Rochelle
Iona College spans 45 acres and offers more than 100 programs of study. Start in the summer of 2019 and by the summer of
Purchase College
2020, you’ll have earned yourself a Fast- Track MBA at this program for non-busi- ness students who want business ground- ing in their chosen field.
www.iona.edu
Long Island University
Purchase
The Westchester branch of Long Is- land University’s Hudson division offers graduate programs in education, counsel- ing, health, and business administration. Afternoon, evening, and weekend class schedules help accommodate the needs of adult learners.
www.liu.edu/Hudson
Manhattanville College
Harrison
Manhattanville’s 45 undergraduate and 75 graduate programs emphasize social justice and leadership and span a wide range of degree tracks. Its campus con- tains a rare book room, an environmental center, an art gallery, and dance and fit- ness studios.
www.mville.edu
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry
More than 90 degree and certificate programs are available at this large re-
search university made up of five schools. Its 66-acre main campus sits on the scenic Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. Mercy College offers personalized mentorship programs and lower-than-average tuition. www.mercy.edu
Monroe College
New Rochelle
Nearly 3,000 students graduate each year from this diverse regional college and graduate school. The downtown New Ro- chelle location is home to Monroe’s hands- on culinary institute and 45,000-square- foot Division I athletics center. www.monroecollege.edu
New York Medical College
Valhalla
Affiliated with more than 20 hospitals across the East Coast, NYMC is a large biomedical research center that confers a range of advanced degrees. In 2017 it opened a special training center for bioterrorism and disaster responders. www.nymc.edu
Pace University
Pleasantville
Pace University’s Westchester campus covers offers 80 majors to undergradu- ate and graduate students. The campus
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