- A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods.
Housing & Dining
JWU offers a variety of living options, including halls with private or common bathrooms, suites and apartment-style units. Depending on the hall, occupancy in each suite or apartment-style unit ranges from one to six residents. Each building offers something uniquely different to meet the needs of every resident. Occupancy options vary by hall, with choices ranging from one to six residents. All residence halls are smoke free. The Downcity Campus, located in the heart of Providence, houses students enrolled in the Arts & Sciences, Business, Hospitality, and Technology programs. The Harborside Campus primarily houses students enrolled in the College of Culinary Arts.
Work Study
Off campus employment may be available to some international students, depending on immigration status.
Extracurricular ActivitiesMore than 8,500 JWU students live, work and play in Providence’s dynamic city center. Life at our flagship campus is nonstop, with: 100+ student-run clubs and organizations, Social events like Wildcat 5K After Dark, Spirit Week, comedians, bands and world-class speakers, and 24 varsity sports competing at NCAA Division III level. The city is equally vibrant, with a thriving arts and music scene, professional sports and access to 400 miles of nearby coastline.
Sports, Recreation & Healthcare
The Wildcat Recreation and Fitness centers are committed to enhancing the student bodies holistic approach to wellness through multi-faceted offerings in health education, exercise, and recreational activities. True Treadmills, True Upright Recumbent Bicycles, Life Fitness Free Climbers, Cybex Hammer Strength Free Weights Equipment, Cybex Eagle Selectorized Circuit, Precor (Icarian Line) Plate Loaded & Abdominal pieces, Star Trac Max Rack, UMAX Dumbbells, & more! Health Services provides basic health care for students. We emphasize prevention of health problems and offer direct health services on campus, combined with referrals to hospitals and specialists when needed. All students regardless of insurance carrier may utilize our health service clinics at no cost. Counseling Services is a confidential resource for students where they can access support to help manage their emotional well being. Services offered include short term-individual therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, consultation, outreach educational programs, and referrals. Providence is served by multiple, world-class hospital systems.
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