What is a Jesuit Education?

admissions, Christian, Creighton, Georgetown, Gonzaga, Jesuit, Loyola, Marquette, university

One of the distinctive features of the American higher educational system is its infinite variety. There is a college for everyone.

One group of universities stands out in its dedication to the liberal arts and to the education of a person’s mind, body, and spirit. The Jesuit universities share a mission to create well-founded individuals.

The 28 Jesuit institutions include some well-known universities, including Georgetown and anything with the name “Loyola” in it (Loyola Chicago, Loyola New Orleans, Loyola Marymount). This group also includes names of great schools that have a familiar ring to them: Creighton, Gonzaga, Marquette.

I had the good fortune to meet with the Assistant Dean of Admissions from Marquette University recently, and I asked her to explain what a Jesuit education is all about.

So here is Kate Metcalfe describing why you might consider a Jesuit education–at Marquette, or at any of the other 27 Jesuit colleges and universities.

Mark Montgomery
Educational Consultant

Jared Hobson

Jared serves as President of Great College Advice, where he sets strategic direction for the firm as well as being involved in sales & marketing and college consulting. Jared has an MBA from Cornell University, where he served on its Student Admissions Committee. His consulting philosophy emphasizes personalized attention to help identify the right college fit for each student.

Read Jared Hobson's Full Bio →