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Become Who You're Called to Be

Founded in 1908 and sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, Georgian Court University is a Catholic university that called Lakewood, New Jersey home. The historic 114-acre campus, which was once the estate of George Jay Gould, is considered a National Historic Landmark and is located between New York City and Philadelphia and just minutes from the Jersey Shore.

GCU offers a personalized education rooted in the Catholic tradition and designed to prepare students for meaningful careers, lifelong learning, and lives of purpose. With 30+ undergraduate majors, 10+ graduate programs, and a variety of certificates and certifications, students gain both a broad educational foundation and the specialized knowledge needed to succeed in today’s world.

Guided by Mercy core values
• Respect: We hold reference for the dignity of all persons and life as gifts of God and strive to promote community in our world.

• Integrity: We believe that fidelity to moral principles, honesty, and sincerity are the basis of trustworthiness in all encounters.

• Justice: We believe ordering of right relationships with all persons and creation is fundamental to our advocacy for structures that protect the vulnerable.

• Compassion: We embrace the joys and sorrows of others to whom and with whom we minister, and we are moved to action in solidarity with the human community.

• Service: We joyfully extend our energy and resources on behalf of the poor, sick, and uneducated, working to relieve misery and address its causes where possible.

These values guide our learning, leadership, and commitment to creating a more just and compassionate world.

A welcoming community for all faiths
While rooted in the Catholic tradition, Georgian Court welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. Our close-knit campus community provides individualized support, meaningful mentorship, and opportunities for students to grow academically, personally and spiritually.

Our faculty and staff are committed to helping students discover their strengths, pursue their passions, and achieve their goals.

Faith in action
The Office of Campus Ministry supports the spiritual life of the university through programs, service opportunities, retreats, and community events that help students explore faith, purpose, and vocation.

Campus Ministry partners with local organizations to serve the needs of the Lakewood community and beyond, creating opportunities for students to put Mercy values into action through service and outreach.