10 Things Every Ramapo Student Should Know About

#10

Credits Per Semester

12-18 Credits Flat Rate

You will be charged the same fees regardless of whether you are taking 12-18 credits, which is considered a full time student.

Ramapo offers four-credit classes. Most students take 16 credits per semester (4 classes) to graduate on time.

1-2 credit classes are offered each semester

Great option for making up credits lost coming from a 3-credit system to a 4-credit system

Ex: Leadership Skills, Stress Management, Scuba Diving, Spinning, Tennis, Yoga, Theories of Coaching, and more!

#9

Parking Permits & Health Insurance Waivers

Parking Permit or Waiver Parking is automatically charged to commuter accounts and upperclassmen

accounts that will have a car on campus First-year students are not permitted to have a car on campus

Permit (decal): Log on to www.thepermitstore.com to order

Residents cannot order until you receive your housing assignment Deadline to submit waiver can be found on the Academic Calendar

Waiver can be accessed on the Bursar’s website

www.ramapo.edu/bursar/forms.html

Health insurance is automatically charged to your bill

Deadline to submit waiver can be found on the Academic Calendar

Waiver can be accessed on the Bursar’s website www.ramapo.edu/bursar/forms.html

Health Insurance Waiver

#8

J. Lee’s

J.Lee's is a student activities lounge on the second floor of the Scott Student Center Annex

It is equipped with wide screen televisions, audio video equipment (Wii and XBOX 360) and comfortable furniture

Services include a variety of magazines, free popcorn, board games, pool, ping pong, and air hockey

Clubs and organizations are encouraged to sponsor events in J.Lee's

#7

The Bradley Center & Intramurals

Bill Bradley Sports and Recreation Center Opened in September 2004, the Bradley Center is an 110,000 square

foot, student-oriented, multi-purpose facility.

Sharp Fitness Center The fitness center is equipped with state of the art

weight training circuit and aerobic fitness machines. Rock Climbing Wall

The twenty-eight foot climbing wall was designed to simulate the natural topography of the neighboring Ramapo Mountain Terrain.

Swimming Pool Auxillary Gym Multi-Purpose Rooms Locker Rooms

Intramurals Intramural sports offers all Ramapo College students, faculty

and staff the chance to participate together in a wide variety of team sports, individual sports, and special events.

Some of the most popular Intramural programs at Ramapo College of New Jersey include flag football, basketball, volleyball, softball, soccer, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, ultimate frisbee and bowling.

#6

The Ramapo Reservation

Located in Mahwah, approximately a 5 minute walk from campus

3313-acre Bergen County Park Challenging hiking is possible but

areas closest to the parking lot are primarily used for strolling, jogging, and occasionally studying

A short but somewhat strenuous hike to Hawk Rock via the Halifax Trail (green markers) results in a picture-book panorama of suburban New Jersey, including Ramapo College

#5

Meal Plans

For more information please visit www.ramapodining.com

Meal Plans are required for all on-campus residents who live in a traditional hall

Sensible Six: 6 meals/week, $450 flex

Tasty Ten: 10 meals/week, $100 flex

Super Fourteen: 14 meals/week, $100 flex

Ultimate Plan: unlimited meals, $50 flex

Ramapo Dollars: can be added to account, carries over each semester (ideal for commuters!)

#4

Important Dates

Fall Check-in:

September 1 by appointment

Welcome Week:

September 1 - September 3 Welcome Week is for all students, including commuters and

transfers. There will be a variety of required events and social opportunities for all students.

First day of Fall classes:

Wednesday, September 4

#3

The Archway

What is the Archway?

Career development software that allows you to:

Upload and manage resumes

Search and apply for jobs

Sign up for on-campus interviews and info sessions

Register for career events and workshops

Access an employer directory

#2

Roadrunner Central & Roadrunner Advantage

Program

Roadrunner Central Students may purchase Shortline bus

tickets, postage stamps, rent DVDs, purchase AMC discount movie vouchers, and obtain discount coupons for Broadway theater productions and other events

Off-Campus Shuttle Interstate Plaza: Ramsey Ramsey Train Station Ramsey Square A&P Center: Mahwah Garden State Plaza Mall Palisades Center Paramus Park Mall Woodbury Commons Outlets And MANY more!

Dunkin’ Donuts 115 Franklin Tpke, Mahwah 201-529-5559 – 10% Off

Planet Swirl 119 E. Main St, Ramsey 201-818-0404 – 15% Off

Moe's Southwest Grill 380 Ridge Rd, Mahwah 201-529-2003 – 10% off

Chicken & Rib Crib 72 Franklin Tpke, Mahwah 201-529-0090 – 10% off

IHOP 475 Rt 17 S, Ramsey 201-236-2401 – 15% Off

LA Sunset Tan 27 East Main St, Ramsey 201-237-0039 – 25% off

Nicky's Pizza & Deli 22 Rt. 59 East, Suffern 845- 357-7767 – 20% Off

Angie's Gourmet Deli 72 Franklin Tpke, Mahwah 201-519-1200 – 10% off

Holiday Bowl 29 Spruce St., Oakland 201-337-6516 – Free Shoe Rental; 3 Games for the price of 2

Pearl Paint 776 Rt. 17 North, Paramus 201-447-0300 – 10% Off

#1

The Arching Ceremony

From Orientation…

…to Graduation