The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, established in 1859, is among the nation's oldest and most distinguished institutions of higher education. The college, founded by inventor, industrialist and philanthropist, Peter Cooper, offers a world-class education in art, architecture and engineering as well as an outstanding faculty of humanities and social sciences
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, founded in 1859 by Peter Cooper, prepares talented students to make enlightened contributions to society through outstanding academic programs in architecture, art and engineering.
The mission of the Center for Career Development is to advance personal, educational and professional growth. The Career Center complements The Cooper Union’s academically centered tradition by preparing students to make a successful transition from studying with a distinguished and creative faculty to applying their knowledge and skills to a professional practice.
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These services include: Career Development, Residence Life, Athletics, Campus Life, Health and Medical Records, Counseling Referrals, Student Support and Advocacy, Student Judiciary, Student Clubs and Organizations, Orientation Programs and Commencement.
The 29 3rd Avenue Student Residence Hall makes it possible for students to live in a community and share a collegial approach to learning that will have a lasting impact on their adult, professional lives. Intended to provide a transition for new students from living at home to renting a private apartment, the 29 3rd Avenue Student Residence Hall opened its doors in September of 1992.
The Cooper Union Library's specialized collections provide support for the academic programs at the institution's three degree-granting schools of Art, Architecture and Engineering, as well as courses in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
The Office of Student Affairs maintains partnerships with local providers for counseling, mental health and related supportive services.
Our Student Care Coordinator and Counselor, Cassandra Jolicoeur, is here to meet with students to provide support and to discuss mental health and counseling needs.
At the Cooper Union, we have basketball, soccer, tennis and volleyball teams that are open to all students. All of these sports were initiated by student interest.
Early in the fall semester, tryouts are held for each of the teams. We encourage the participation of both students with past athletic experience and those who are willing to learn. We have a great process and philosophy of teaching that helps all of our athletes improve.
The student organizations at Cooper Union provide an opportunity for students to meet people with similar interests.
The MSCHE Accreditation Standards and Requirements of Affiliation provide ongoing guidance to institutions engaged in self-review and peer evaluation. They are comprised of 7 standards and 15 requirements.
Study experience was intense. A variety of courses involved. Topics ranged from IT (MATLAB) to economics to fluid mechanics. Overwhelming.
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