Founded: 1965

Type of institution: Medium-size university

Setting: Suburban

Undergraduate enrollment: 1,561 (2008–09 academic year)

Total undergraduate cost: $35,750 (tuition, room and board for 2009–10)

Undergraduate majors: 32

Five Key Points

1. Strong Salesian tradition defines Catholic identity of the university.

2. Solid theology and philosophy are part of 16-course core curriculum.

3. The Physician Assistant program is nationally recognized.

4. The drama and performing arts programs are extensive.

5. Residential Center for Discernment was established in 2008.