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I M A G I N E W I L K E S ®
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I M A G I N E W I L K E SA place that offers all of the educational opportunities
of a large university in the mentoring culture of a small
college, open to all who show potential.
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54:46MALE/FEMALE RATIO
46MAJORS
OF STUDENTS IDENTIFY AS NON-WHITE25%
UNDERGRAD STUDENTS FROM 31 STATES AND 15 COUNTRIES
ABOUT
2,500
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Wilkes opens doors for those who are driven to go after their dreams. We anticipate how the
world is changing and look ahead to the degrees, the experiences, and the opportunities our
students need to create the futures they want.
QUALITY AND RELEVANCE
Our entrepreneurial attitude and size — about 2,500 undergraduates — combined with our relentless pursuit of quality and relevance — make us a university like no other. We don’t hold back when it comes to offering routes to help you reach your goals.
USEFUL RESEARCH: ANSWERING THE WORLD’S NEWEST QUESTIONS
Wilkes generates useful, profound applied research to help our region and the world — hands-on research our students can be involved in from day one. Students join faculty in exploring compelling topics like neonatal mortality, human rights, breast cancer detection, naloxone training, and revegetation of natural gas pipeline rights of way. Wilkes celebrates this work during the annual Scholarship Symposium.
HONORS PROGRAM
Selected students take part in honors classes and extra-curricular activities designed to increase intellectual, professional, and personal achievement. Honors stu-dents benefit from merit grants that help cover tuition, preferential housing and course selection, field trips, and additional support for external scholarships, graduate school placement, and career placement. Plus, they gain special recognition at graduation and membership in a network of honors graduates.
WILKESEDGE™
The Wilkes Educational Gateway to Excellence (Wil-kesEDGE™) is an optional program offered to select first-year students to help support their transition from high school to college. Fewer courses during the first semester and increased advising and support services create a pathway to a bachelor’s degree.
STUDY ABROAD
Get ready to stamp your passport. Wilkes offers several study abroad options, whether you want to spend a week, a month, or a semester based on your budget and comfort level. Recent destinations include Costa Rica, London, Spain, Tanzania, Colombia, and Wales.
AWARD-WINNING E-MENTORING PROGRAM
Making sure all new students have the support they need to navigate the transition to college life is what e-mentoring is all about. E-mentors are current students who help first-years settle in to life at Wilkes. Assigned to students with common interests, e-mentors connect with new students the summer before freshman year and continue as their mentees’ orientation leader and peer advisor through the first semester.
“I have never been more confident in myself or my
abilities. I think it was the faculty members at
Wilkes who made me feel that way.”
— Michelle
A place that offers unparalleled
academic opportunities.
COLLEGE OF ARTS, HUMANITIES, AND SOCIAL SCIENCESArt History*Communication Studies, B.A.Creative Writing*Criminology, B.A.Dance*Digital Design and Media Art, B.A. or B.F.A.Economics*English, B.A.Global Studies*History, B.A.Individualized Studies, B.A. or B.S.International Relations, B.A.Music*Musical Theatre, B.F.A.Neuroscience, B.S.Philosophy, B.A.Policy Studies*Political Science, B.A.Psychology, B.A.Public Administration, B.A.Sociology, B.A.Spanish, B.A.Sport Psychology*Studio Art*Theatre Arts, B.A.Theatre Design and Technology, B.A.Women’s and Gender Studies*Workplace Writing*
COLLEGE OF SCIENCEAND ENGINEERINGActuarial Science*Aerospace Studies*Biochemistry, B.S.Biology, B.A. or B.S.Chemistry, B.A. or B.S.Computer Engineering*Computer Information Systems, B.S.Computer Science, B.A. or B.S.Earth and Environmental Science,B.A.Energy Studies*Engineering, Applied, B.S.Engineering, Electrical, B.S.Engineering, Environmental, B.S.Engineering Management, B.S.Engineering, Mechanical, B.S.Environmental Policy*Environmental Science, B.S.Geology, B.S.Mathematics, B.A. or B.S.Medical Laboratory Science, B.S.Physics, B.A.Statistics*Sustainability Management*
SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONElementary and Early Childhood Education, B.A.Middle Level Education (4-8), B.A.Reading Education*Secondary Education, B.A.Special Education Certification
NESBITT SCHOOL OF PHARMACYPharmacy (Guaranteed Seat), Pharm.D.
PASSAN SCHOOL OF NURSINGNursing, B.S.N.
SIDHU SCHOOL OF BUSINESSAND LEADERSHIPAccounting, B.S.Business Analytics*Corporate Finance, B.S.Entrepreneurship*Financial Investments, B.S.Hospitality Leadership, B.S.Leadership Studies*Management, B.B.A.Marketing, B.B.A.Sports Management, B.B.A.Supply Chain Management, B.S.
PROGRAMSPre-dentistryPre-lawPre-MBAPre-medicinePre-occupational TherapyPre-optometryPre-physical TherapyPre-physician AssistantPre-podiatryPre-veterinary4+1 B.S./M.S. in Bioengineering4+1 M.B.A.Pharm.D./M.B.A.ROTC (Air Force and Army)
(*minor only)
MAJORS/MINORS/PROGRAMS
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H E R DR E A M : To be a pharmacist who impacts patients’ lives every single day.
G E T T I N G T H E R E :
I don’t know what kind of pharmacy I want to practice yet, but I will no doubt discover it through the countless opportunities the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy provides. We can explore so many fields of pharmacy through our Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences and Advanced Pharmacy Practices.
M E N T O R S A N D M E N T O R I N G :
As a teaching assistant for a pharmacy Anatomy and Physiology lab, I quickly learned that I enjoy teaching and may want to consider a future career in academia. Throughout my academic career, so many teachers have kept me motivated to complete this difficult six-year Pharm.D. program. I would like to help other students achieve their goals as I’ve been helped.
PAT I E N T- C E N T E R E D C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E :
The Lehigh Valley Health Network Drive-Thru Flu Clinic had a huge impact on me. I was able to volunteer alongside medical professionals to administer flu vaccines to over 7,000 people free of charge. This event showed me the huge impact that pharmacists can have on the community, especially when there is collaboration between different medical professionals.
S U M M E R I N T E R N S H I P :
At the Geisinger Center for Pharmacy Innovations and Outcomes, I worked on a project focused on outpatient prescribing. I’ve continued the project throughout the school year, which sparked an interest in addiction study — an interest I have now explored through other projects on campus.
H I G H E R M AT C H R AT E :
I’m seriously considering extending my education through a residency, especially because Wilkes has a higher match rate with residency programs than the national average.
H I S DR E A M : To be a video editor for various music videos. I’m only a sophomore, but I’ve already had an amazing internship working for the marketing agency Coal Creative.
S T U D E N T S R U N T H E S H O W:
Working on Wilkes Now, the university’s news magazine television show, is preparing me to work in the television industry. The show is run entirely by students.
G A I N I N G T E C H N I C A L E X P E R T I S E :
I’m learning the essentials for video making: what makes and breaks a good video, how to storyboard, as well as how to operate the key video editing software.
F I E L D E X P E R I E N C E :
Working at Coal Creative for a semester gave me so much experience in the field.
SEAN CONNELLYDigital Design and Media Art MajorCommunications Minor
Study Abroad in Wales Men’s Varsity Swimming
The sense of community between students.
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
WILKES FAVORITE
MIA LUSSIERPharmacy Major
Varsity Women’s Softball
How willing all the faculty and staff are to help you in any way possible.
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
WILKES FAVORITE
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MARCUS ROBINSONManagement Major
Varsity Basketball Named First Team All-MAC Freedom and Second Team All-ECAC
My favorite thing about Wilkes is the quality of people here. Professors I have not even had will stop to say hello to you. You create relationships with people very easily because of the culture.
STUDENT
ACTIVITIES
WILKES FAVORITE
H I S DR E A M :To become a contract specialist for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Wilkes is a unique business education that in my opinion is one of the best.
G E T T I N G T H E R E :
At Wilkes, they really prepare you for the business environment. I have gained useful, applicable skills for my future profession.
P R O F E S S O R :
Dr. Jennifer Edmonds, who is the associate dean of the business school, has helped me every step of the way. She really cares about her students.
P E R S O N A L A N D P R O F E S S I O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T ( P P D) :
All of the PPD classes are here to prepare you for the real world. Without these classes, many students wouldn’t know how to create a résumé, cover letter, or interview for jobs.
E N G A G I N G T O B E B E T T E R :
Wilkes offers so many opportunities to engage in the community — on campus and off. It makes you a better person.
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1. DR. ABAS SABOUNI Early cancer detection
2. DR. LISA KADLEC Gene expression
3. DR. JEFFREY STRATFORD Effects of urbanization on birds
4. DR. WILLIAM TERZAGHI Plant genomics and bioinformatics
5. DR. KEN WANG Corporate finance
6. DR. JENNIFER EDMONDS Efficiency, sustainability, and workplace satisfaction
7. DR. ADAM VANWERT Antibiotic interactions in kidney proteins
8. DR. LINDA GUTIERREZ Crohn’s disease therapy
9. DR. AJAY BOMMAREDDY Cancer chemoprevention
10. DR. PAOLA BIANCO Spanish language and literature
11. DR. DEL LUCENT Protein folding
TAKING ON SOME OF THE WORLD’S BIGGEST CHALLENGES
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OF PROFESSORS HOLD THE HIGHEST-POSSIBLE DEGREE IN THEIR FIELDS
90%
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 20STUDENTS
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Wilkes professors are engaged in the biggest issues of our day — cancer detection,
Alzheimer’s cures, global climate change, minority voting, the opioid crisis, and more —
usually involving undergraduate students in this research. If “driven” describes Wilkes
students, “dedicated” describes our faculty. Why do professors who are leading research
scholars in their fields also dedicate themselves to their students’ success? Because here’s
what happens when professors really care.
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A place where professors, staff members, and
coaches are true partners — wise guides — in
helping students advance.
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I’d like to think that bright students are wonderful all over the Earth, and there are caring professors everywhere as well. But I give Wilkes students my all because they chose Wilkes.
During a college education, a student goes from having a basic understanding of a topic to being a scholar. I love being part of that process, imparting knowledge, and watching my students become independent learners.
JS
I tell my students: believe in and listen to yourself. Find where to set your own throttle — when to press the gas and when to brake.
JS
“I chose Wilkes because the professors in the biology
department showed a deep interest in my passion for entomology and research.”
— Laura Zielinski
LZ
Being at Wilkes has opened my eyes to new areas I might pursue. One seminar, “Transition Away from Coal: Perspectives for Pennsylvania,” inspired me to search for new energy sources. Naturally, I have considered insects as a possible answer.
STUDENT LAURA ZIELINSKI
MAJOR
GOAL
Biology
MINORS Chemistry
Professional Writing
Studio Art
Complementary careers in entomological research and post-secondary teaching.
LZ
I’ve done summer research in two labs full of highly motivated students. It is great to apply my course knowledge to gain new and original results. I like to think of research as storytelling. It’s amazing to see each part of an experiment come together with original, climactic results.
LZ
I chose Wilkes because the professors in the biology department showed a deep interest in my passion for entomology and research. Now, having worked in Dr. Stratford’s lab, I have learned so much: how to understand and interpret data, and how to connect results to my previous ideas and knowledge.
More specifically, I got experience in the field monitoring wood thrush populations and learned how to process acorns and analyze their insect infestation rates, as well as how to estimate the tannin content for various oak species.
MEET LAURA ZIELINSKI AND DR. JEFFREY STRATFORD
PROFESSOR Associate Professor of BiologyDR. JEFFREY STRATFORD
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Corrine has a passion for international relations. She really enjoys learning about the world, and international relations is a perfect fit for her. But she specifically takes classes to learn about other areas of political science because she doesn’t know a lot about that field.
KK
This story explains Corrine and her intellectual drive very well. I knew that Constitutional Law was not her area of strength, but she worked tremendously hard, read the material, and participated throughout the semester. At the immediate conclusion of the course, she and a fellow student approached me because they wanted to write a paper examining the Supreme Court and its relationship to gerrymandering. The project turned out so well that we were invited to present the paper at the Pennsylvania Political Science Association’s annual meeting.
KK
Wilkes students strike me as so eager to learn. I love coming to work every day and doing what I can to help my students see issues or problems in new lights or to look at a concept through a different lens. I find my students so open and receptive to new experiences.
MAJOR International Relations
ACTIVITIES President of Pi Sigma Alpha
President of the UNICEF Club
Student Advisory Council to the President’s office
CB
Whether my career takes me to the United Nations, the White House, the Peace Corps, or the Foreign Service, my dream is to work for the benefit of children all over the world. My United Nations internship at the Mission of Rwanda was an amazing opportunity to work with diplomats on real U.N. resolutions. It happened because of Wilkes.
CB
Prior to taking Constitutional Law with Dr. Kreider, my interest in domestic politics was very low. He challenged me to stretch and give Constitutional Law a try. It turned out that I liked it way more than I could have imagined.
CB
I feel like my Political Science professors have given me a lifetime worth of knowledge. All the professors here do a great job giving students the opportunity to expand in multifaceted ways through classroom interaction, internship, and volunteer experiences.
“I love coming to work every day and doing what
I can to help my students see issues or
problems in new lights or to look at a concept
through a different lens.”— Dr. Kyle L. Kreider
PROFESSOR Professor and Department Chair Political Science
DR. KYLE L. KREIDER
MEET CORRINE BONNERWITH AND DR. KYLE KREIDER
STUDENT CORRINE BONNERWITH
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MEN’S SPORTS
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Swimming Tennis Volleyball Wrestling
WOMEN’S SPORTS
Basketball Cross Country Field Hockey Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Volleyball
One of the only Division III marching bands in the state.
OF FULL-TIME STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN VARSITY ATHLETICS
19%
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
80+
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Our campus, location, and housing options give us the freedom to feed our independent
spirit, while drawing students from all over the world for a powerful academic and
co-curricular experience.
BEAUTIFUL, SMALL CITY CAMPUS
Our campus is a compact 35 acres and located right in the middle of a city. That said, our historic neighborhood — complete with mature trees and green spaces — gives our campus a charming feel, both classic and modern. Our campus footprint incorporates beautifully renovat-ed, historic mansions and cutting-edge facilities on a safe, walkable campus.
GROWING COLLEGE TOWN Located near the famous Pocono Mountains, with easy access to ski resorts, state parks, and other outdoor recreation, Wilkes also has easy access to a riverfront
park and trails. Drawing new restaurants, movie theaters, bookstores, shops, and cafes, Wilkes is helping to shape our riverside city into a growing college town.
MANY HOUSING OPTIONS Over 1,000 students live on campus in a variety of housing options, ranging from traditional halls to apartments to mansions. Each building has a unique and interesting history. Many of our oldest mansions still have their original interiors, complete with distinctive stone fireplaces, stained glass windows, and carved wooden molding.
A place where you’re encouraged to discover
who you are and who you want to be.
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80-PLUS CLUBS AND ACTVITIES
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MEGAN NERIClass of 2014 and 2017
B.A. in Psychology and MBA
Account Manager, Gen3 Marketing (a leading affiliate marketing firm)
ALUMNA
DEGREES
CURRENTLY
MN
SO INCREDIBLE: The biggest advantage of going to Wilkes has been my professors — 100 percent. The professors who taught and guided me made a huge impact on me. I attended two other schools before Wilkes. The attention that I received from my professors, specifically in the psychology department, was unlike any I’d received before. Not only were they focused on getting me to learn and apply my knowledge, they wanted to see me become successful after graduating. They didn’t just arm me with the tools I needed to step into the real world, they continued their support while I actually WAS in the real world. It makes all the difference. They are all so incredible!
MN
NOT JUST A UNIVERSITY: You’re in good hands with Wilkes. Not only are you going to get a quality, challenging, and rewarding degree, but you are going to meet professors and classmates who turn into lifelong mentors. Wilkes isn’t just a university, it’s a family. There is ongoing love and support that you get from professors and former classmates. No matter where you are from, or what your major is, you’re always welcome at Wilkes.
90%
95%
IN THE NATION FOR ECONOMIC VALUE, BASED ON THE ECONOMIST RANKINGS25th
JOB PLACEMENT
94%
OF STUDENTS APPLYING TO MEDICAL OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOOLS ARE ACCEPTED
PASS RATE ON NURSING LICENSURE EXAM
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What’s in a job title? A few little words that translate ambition into reality. At Wilkes,
students get ahead because they work hard without a sense of entitlement. What our
graduates’ titles show is that Wilkes students are entitled to nothing but opportunity
and pathways to success. They also show that at Wilkes, dream jobs are as dynamic as
our alumni.ALUMNA Class of 2014
BRITTANY BATTISTA
DEGREE B.A. in Communication Studies
CURRENTLY Project coordinator, Communications Creative Services at Harvard University
BB
THE WILKES ADVANTAGE I was able to learn about project management, creative applications, leadership, dance, and much more — all within my four years at Wilkes. Having that flexibility and space to open yourself to new ideas and ways of thinking is not something that can be taught from an average syllabus. That type of learning fosters those innovative qualities that are so powerful in today’s world.
AB
TOP-NOTCH RESEARCH Without the strong research background and mentoring I received, I would not have been awarded a postdoctoral fellowship at the Los Alamos National Laboratory. As a sophomore, I was lucky enough to start my research career with Professor Mike Steele. He, and other mentors I had throughout my time at Wilkes, genuinely cared about my success every step of the way. Bigger universities get undergraduates involved in research, but this is often in a much smaller role. Research at Wilkes is top-notch, and undergraduates are immersed in the process from start to finish.
BB
AMAZING NETWORK Everyone who passes through the walkways of Wilkes comes out with this wonderful network of peers who are doing amazing things all over the globe. They help each other, both personally and professionally, which is an incredible asset. You also build relationships with faculty and staff who are part of that network of support. I still call one of my most important mentors and email her with questions, advice, and exciting news.
AB
AN ALUMNI DIFFERENCE Wilkes alumni definitely have an advantage over students who graduate from large universities. The support you receive when preparing for post-graduate education or your career is tremendous. Wilkes graduates have also been immersed in different fields and gain different ways of thinking. Because of the small class sizes, you learn how to write and think critically. When it comes to post-graduate work in science, both of these advantages really set Wilkes alumni apart.
CAREER GATEWAY
Wilkes University’s Career Gateway program charts your path to a successful career by helping you set goals, establish priorities, and provide direction. Through the process, you’ll learn more about yourself, your talents, motivations, and dreams.
The Center for Career Development and Internships then helps connect you with resources via a career fair, alumni networking, and workshops on résumés, graduate and professional school applications, mock interviews, business etiquette, and marketing yourself.
A HIGH-VALUE OPTION
At Wilkes, we boost our graduates’ earning power. That’s why The Economist ranked us 25th in the nation for economic value.
The results speak for themselves: We have a 94 percent career placement rate, and 95 percent of our nursing students and 90 percent of our pharmacy students pass their licensure exam. About 90 percent of our students applying to medical, law and other professional schools are accepted.
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION AND INTERNSHIPS
Our co-ops and internships set Wilkes and our graduates apart. As a new graduate, the value of your college degree increases exponentially with the bonus of real-world experience. Students see the relationships between coursework and real jobs. They meet potential employers, gain references, and find career mentors. They use high-tech laboratories and equipment, and gain entry into companies that interest them. As they improve their job prospects, they also earn academic credit. Here are just a few of the companies and organizations our students work with:
PFIZER INC.
UNITED NATIONS
AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL
JOHNSON & JOHNSON
NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER
MORGAN STANLEY
SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION
THE CITIZENS’ VOICE
CHILDREN’S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY GUARD
JOHN HEINZ REHAB HOSPITAL
CHILDREN’S SERVICE CENTER
KELLOGG
TARGET
BURBERRY
LOCKHEED MARTIN
ON SEMICONDUCTOR
GENTEX
JANSSEN BIOTECH
JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL
GEISINGER HEALTH SYSTEM
CVS HEALTH
SCHOTT ADVANCED OPTICS
STIFEL INVESTMENT BANKING
HERSHEY ENTERTAINMENT
ALUMNUS Class of 2010ANDREW W. BARTLOW
DEGREE B.S. in Biology, Wilkes University Ph.D. in Biology, University of Utah
CURRENTLY Director’s Postdoctoral Fellow, Biosecurity and Public HealthLos Alamos National Laboratory
A place that demonstrates clear outcomes and
measurable return on investment for students.
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WILKES ALUMNI WORK ACROSS THE WORLD
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RECENT INVESTMENTS ON OUR CAMPUS INCLUDE:
IN RECENT CAMPUS INVESTMENTS
$100M I L L I O N
Cohen Science Center
Karambelas Media and Communication Center
Mark Engineering Center
Financial Trading Room
NeuroTraining and Research Center
Sordoni Art Gallery
Clinical Nursing Simulation Center
Sidhu School of Business and Leadership
Campus Gateway
Pharmacy Care Lab
Fenner Quadrangle
Ralston Athletic Complex (in progress)
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Among our majors you will find some of the most in-demand degrees you can pursue
today, such as engineering, business, criminology, and digital design and media art. We’re
constantly looking ahead to the careers of tomorrow, adding programs like bioengineering
and minors in sport psychology and actuarial science.
EXCITING SPACES
Top-rate facilities include the new Karambelas Media and Communication Center, a financial trading room, the Mark Engineering Center, the NeuroTraining and Research Center, and the Kirby Enterprise Center, dedicated to helping students like you launch new businesses. All offer numerous opportunities for the hands-on learning that will help you build a resume and launch your career.
ADVENTURE EDUCATION
Innovation in education extends beyond the classroom. Our unique Adventure Education program lets you learn
leadership and teamwork, while having fun white-water rafting, skydiving, hiking, and mountain biking. This popular program takes advantage of Wilkes’ gorgeous surroundings. Our full-time adventure coordinator will help you step out of your comfort zone, while promoting wellness and self-awareness.
EXTENDING OUR FOOTPRINT
Never settling, we constantly enhance our first-rate living and learning environment as it integrates into the historic city of Wilkes-Barre, Pa. We’ve extended our campus footprint into the downtown and will soon complete a grand gateway linking Main Street to the heart of campus.
A place that is constantly changing, evolving,
and growing to meet the needs of its students.
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STARBUCKS | F.M. KIRBY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS | ASIAN KITCHEN | JASMINE
THAI RESTAURANT | BOSCOV’S DEPARTMENT STORE | DIAMOND CITY DAIRY | SCHIEL’S FAMILY
MARKET | MCDONALD’S | DOLLAR GENERAL | LETTS EAT | LITTLE THEATER OF WILKES-BARRE |
CITIZENS BANK | R/C THEATRES WILKES-BARRE MOVIES 14 | CITY CUTS AND COLOURS | THE
VIDEO GAME STORE | LIBERTY 1 HOUR CLEANERS | DUVALL LEATHERWORK | STEGMAIER MANSION
BED & BREAKFAST | PNC BANK | RODANO’S RESTAURANT | MCCARTHY FLOWERS | KNOT JUST
ANY DAY | PETE’S PLACE | THE BRUSH SHOP | THE CHEESESTEAK FACTORY | THE HAIR LOUNGE ON
MAIN | RITE-AID PHARMACY | BUTLER EYE CARE | MARTZ TRAILWAYS | SUBWAY | THE PERMANENT
TOUCH | FIRST NATIONAL COMMUNITY BANK | CURRY DONUTS | HILLARD HOUSE INN | M&T BANK
| KEVIN AND KACY’S ICE CREAM SHOPPE | COAL CREATIVE | AMBERDONIA BAKERY | HARTMAN
JERK CENTER | LUZERNE BANK | MARTIN’S KARATE | JORDAN NATIONAL SHOE REPAIR | KING OF
KINGS GYROS | WILKES-BARRE ROCK CLIMBING GYM | FRANK’S NEWS STAND | LOYALTY BARBER
SHOP | CENTER CITY CAFÉ | SKY ZONE | DYMOND OPTICAL SERVICES | CITY MARKET & CAFÉ |
ALEXANDER’S SALON AND SPA | DINO’S PIZZA EXPRESS | CVS PHARMACY | DOMINO’S PIZZA |
AMERICA'S NEWEST COLLEGE TOWNPOCONO RACEWAY | ABE'S HOT DOGS | DONN MICHAEL'S SALON | COMMUNITY BANK | AROUND
TOWN BICYCLES | SCRANTON/WILKES-BARRE RAILRIDERS | CLASSIC CUTS HAIR SALON | DOWN-
TOWN DOJO KARATE | DUNKIN' DONUTS | BEST WESTERN GENETTI HOTEL & CONFERENCE
CENTER | ISLE OF COFFEE | SUGAR PLUM CHOCOLATES | CARIBBEAN PARADISE RESTAURANT
AND GROCERY | CARMEN'S HAIR STYLING | TOYOTA SPORTSPLEX | THE BEEKEEPER'S DAUGHTER |
LE MANHATTAN BISTRO | KRANSON CLOTHES | CIRCLES ON THE SQUARE | A&M FLORAL EXPRESS |
FRANCO'S | PENN-LEE FOOTWEAR | MOHEGAN SUN ARENA AT CASEY PLAZA | SICKLER'S BIKE &
SPORT SHOP | MICHAEL MOOTZ CANDIES | GROTTO PIZZA | SALVATION SKATES | HALF CIRCLE BBQ |
XTREME SALON | YOUNIVERSAL SUZUKI STRINGS | THAI THAI | WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON PENGUINS
| ISTANBUL GRILL | HOFFMAN'S MUSIC & COMICS | POCONO DOWNS | MARQUIS ART & FRAME |
EL ZOCALO MEXICAN RESTAURANT | WYOMING VALLEY INDOOR TENNIS | A.C. FITNESS | WILKES-
BARRE FAMILY YMCA | TOP OF THE SLOPE | GALLERY OF SOUND | ROBERT M. SIDES FAMILY MUSIC
CENTER | WHITEWATER CHALLENGES | CAFE TOSCANA | JANUZZI'S PIZZA & SUBS | CHACKO'S
FAMILY BOWLING CENTER | MONTAGE MOUNTAIN | VALLEY GOJU KARATE | TAZZA SHAWARMA GRILL
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It’s not about where you’re from. It’s about where you’re going.
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We’re committed to working with you to make a Wilkes education as affordable as possible.
We offer a variety of financial aid sources. Many are awarded based on your performance in high school and college entrance exams, regardless of financial need. We don’t believe in settling for one-size-fits-all dreams. Neither should you.
Scholarship aid includes:MERIT SCHOLARSHIPSNAMED SCHOLARSHIPSLEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPSAIR FORCE ROTC SCHOLARSHIPSPERFORMANCE SCHOLARSHIPS
To learn about your financial aid options, visit wilkes.edu/financial aid.
There you’ll find the Wilkes Net Price Calculator to estimate your scholarship and grant eligibility in one easy step.
OF FIRST-TIME, FULL-TIME FRESHMEN AWARDED SOME FORM OF FINANCIAL AID 99%
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YOU DON’T HAVE TO TRAVEL FAR TO GO FURTHER.Wilkes is situated in the heart of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., a city with a population of about 40,000 people that’s only about two hours from New York City and Philadelphia.
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