Centenary University
About
Located in the scenic highlands of Hackettstown, New Jersey, Centenary University is a private liberal arts institution best known for its nationally renowned Equine Studies program, alongside highly regarded offerings in business, education, and veterinary technology. The campus culture is defined by a close-knit, supportive community where students benefit from small class sizes, personalized faculty mentorship, and an active student life that includes NCAA Division III athletics. What truly sets Centenary apart is its distinctive "world-ready" philosophy, which integrates career preparation into the curriculum from day one and provides hands-on learning experiences through its state-of-the-art equestrian center and local professional partnerships.
Wikipedia:Centenary University is a private university in Hackettstown, New Jersey, United States. Founded as a preparatory school by the Newark Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church in 1867, Centenary evolved into a junior college for women and later a coeducational university.
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Centenary University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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