Stevens Institute of Technology: Admissions Blog

Class of 2013 Accepted Students Reception

This past Sunday, the Stevens community welcomed the Class of 2013 to campus for the annual Accepted Students Reception. Approximately 1200 students and families attended the day-long event, where they mingled with faculty, staff and current students, learning about Stevens and experiencing life on campus.

Many of Stevens administrative departments were on-hand to provide information about all that Stevens has to offer, including more than 60 clubs and organizations. Dr. Maureen P. Weatherall, VP of University Enrollment and Administration, kicked the day off with a welcome to all families, and then turned the floor over to Dr. Harold J. Raveché, president of Stevens, who addressed the crowd. Following Dr. Weatherall and Dr. Raveché, three current students spoke to attendees about their personal experiences at Stevens, giving accepted students real-life perspective (audio of all the speakers available below). Campus tours were offered throughout the afternoon, and prospective students were able to speak with our renowned faculty and visit our first-class facilities. Specific points of interest were state-of-the-art labs, such as the Cybersecurity Lab, the Ultrafast Laser Spectroscopy and High Speed Communication Lab and the Media Arts Center (MAC) Lab, and our Victorian-style theater, the DeBaun Auditorium, located in the iconic Edwin A. Stevens building. In addition, our women’s lacrosse team was home on Sunday, allowing students to check out a game and cheer on the Ducks.

It was a beautiful day with an impressive turn-out. We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2013 to campus once again in the fall!

Dr. Harold J. Raveché

Dr. Maureen P. Weatherall

Ann DeStefano (’12)

Michael Bertucci (’09)

Matthew Fitzsimmons (’09)

Welcome to the Stevens Institute of Technology Class of 2013!

Stevens has completed the selection process for the Class of 2013 and has extended offers for admission to more than 1400 exceptional students. These students excel in both standardized testing and high school achievements, and have proven dedication to not only their studies but also extracurricular activities.

According to Daniel Gallagher, Dean of University Admissions, Stevens received a record number of applications for the incoming class again this year, with 3,155 students applying for admission. This is a more than 5% increase in applications over last year. A significant increase was seen in students with extremely high interest in Stevens, which was evident by the 29% jump in early decision applications received this year, with more than 240 of those students committed to joining the Class of 2013. This year’s applicants represent 46 states and 52 countries, including Malaysia, Greece, Turkey, China and Canada.

In recognition of the accomplishments of the Class of 2013 accepted students, Stevens is hosting a series of events, including Faculty Luncheons, where students will have one-on-one access to professors in their chosen field of study. This Sunday, the faculty, current students and staff of Stevens will host the Accepted Students Reception, a day-long event dedicated to the newest members of the Stevens community. This event is the perfect opportunity for students and their families to visit campus, interact with faculty, explore our first-class facilities, learn more about clubs and organizations and experience first-hand life at Stevens.

For more information, please visit: www.stevens.edu/sit/admissions/accepted-students.cfm

Student Speeches from the President's Reception [Audio]

As part of the President's Reception for Accepted Students, Dr. Harold Raveché, President, Dr. Maureen Weatherall ’78, Vice President of University Enrollment and Administration, and two current Stevens students told accepted students and their families about the role Stevens will play in their educational and career success.

Dr. Harold Raveché, President

Dr. Maureen Weatherall ’78, Vice President of University Enrollment and Administration

Daniel Ready - a freshman student's perspective

Leigh Shahbazian - a senior student's perspective

Dr. Maureen Weatherall - Closing Remarks