Neumann University and Ursinus College have signed an agreement that will guarantee the acceptance of three Ursinus graduates into each of seven graduate programs at Neumann, provided they meet admission criteria and have a 3.0 GPA.

Neumann graduate programs that are part of this agreement include Master of Science degrees in Athletic Training, Business and Organizational Leadership, Cybersecurity, Education, Forensic Accounting and Cybercrime, Forensic Psychology, and Sport Business. Many of the programs are available in a fully online format.

Additional qualified students may be admitted based on program capacity.

Neumann will also guarantee interviews for two Ursinus students who meet all admission criteria for the university’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program and Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

“This agreement provides outstanding opportunities for Ursinus College graduates to earn career-oriented graduate degrees and become leaders in a variety of growing industries,” said Francesca Reed, Neumann’s vice president for enrollment management and marketing.

According to Kelly Sorensen, associate dean and professor of philosophy at Ursinus, “This partnership between Neumann University and Ursinus College enhances the strengths of both institutions, opening up more pathways for students interested in continuing their question-shaping and problem-solving liberal arts education. Exciting career opportunities are ahead for students who pursue these pathways.”

One of the nation’s "Colleges that Change Lives," Ursinus College is widely recognized for its academic Common Intellectual Experience and hands-on learning, which equip students with the skills and experiences needed to become forward-thinking leaders and problem-solvers in a rapidly changing world. A top 100 national liberal arts college, Ursinus is noted in rankings for its return on investment, social mobility, and graduate success. Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined, 170-acre campus just 25 miles from Philadelphia, Ursinus College offers an inspiring environment for academic and personal growth.

Neumann University is an independent, Catholic college, that offers students rigorous academic majors, leadership opportunities, and professional internships. The campus culture emphasizes respect for individuals, concern for the environment, and social responsibility. With more than 50% of students as the first in their families to attend college, Neumann has been recognized for social mobility by U.S. News & World Report for the last four years.