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In 1883, Stetson University emerged from the DeLand Academy as a university on Central Florida's frontier. As Florida grew, so did Stetson - standing firm in character and steadfast in its purpose to educate a growing American student population. Then, students come to Stetson to become business and social leaders, artists, innovators, guides, and catalysts. Today, the university prepares students for existing and new challenges with broad knowledge and the unflagging fortitude necessary to serve future generations with compassion, significance, and respect. Students come to Stetson to gather the courage to declare, "I will build a better world!" Our mission at Stetson University is to provide an excellent education in a creative community where learning and values meet and foster in students the qualities of mind and heart that will prepare them to reach their full potential as informed citizens of local communities world. At Stetson, the art of teaching is practiced through programs solidly grounded in a tradition of liberal learning that stimulates critical thinking, imaginative inquiry, creative expression, and lively intellectual debate. The art of learning is enhanced through small, interactive classes, close student-faculty alliances, and collaborative approaches that provide the foundation for rewarding careers and advanced study in selective graduate and professional programs. We embrace diverse methodologies to foster useful communication information and technological literacy, and aesthetic appreciation. We encourage the development of informed convictions, independent judgment, and lifelong commitments to learning that are characteristic features of the enlightened citizen. In bringing together learning and values, the university encourages all of its members to demonstrate personal integrity to develop an appreciation for the spiritual dimension of life to embrace leadership in an increasingly complex, interdependent, and technological world and commit to active social forms responsibility. Stetson is dedicated to developing the whole person: A person committed to engaging and building life-long connections with the larger world through personal growth, intellectual development, and global citizenship. To that end, the university fosters policies, practices, and modes of inquiry to support and explore these values areas. Choose the path to your future. Here, you can find your major, research graduate programs, and discover our academic resources to help you succeed. Stetson University offers academic programs in the form of graduate studies and undergraduate majors and minors. The university also offers numerous resources to the community in academics, camps, events, and private lessons. Significance. Stetson University takes pride in guiding students to lives of significance. Stetson is well known for academics that push students to become active learners and leaders. Take your first significant step toward a Stetson University education... request information or apply today! We encourage you to apply early, providing all required materials for maximum consideration in our rolling admission process. Stetson University welcomes international students from around the world! Stetson emphasizes global citizenship and creating not only citizens of the local community but also the world. Our students come to Stetson to experience a diverse student learning environment that challenges and supports them throughout their time here. Stetson supports international students throughout the admissions and enrollment process but offers support throughout their time as students. With over 200 international students from more than 55 countries worldwide, international students are an essential and valued part of the Stetson campus community. International students have the opportunity to lead lives of significance at Stetson University in the classroom and on the campus as well. Students worldwide learn how to be global leaders, take the initiative, and leave behind legacies. We welcome the contributions of international students to the classroom and campus environment. Stetson Hatter's transfer from a variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including two and 4-year institutions. One thing that connects our Hatter Community is the Dare to be Significant. We encourage our transfer students to dive right into a diverse community of inclusive excellence that strives to develop the mind and person. When our transfer students graduate and walk proudly across the stage, they know they are a well-prepared leader and a better global citizen for Daring to be a Hatter. Student Life is all about you. Our inclusive environment welcomes you, and we are excited about how we can learn and grow together. We have a wide variety of opportunities and resources to offer you so that everyone can find their place for fun, learning, and development. Campus Life and Student Success (C.L.a.S.S.) is about building bridges - from the learning you do in the classroom to the experiences you have in our community. From the success that brought you to Stetson to the life of significance you will lead after you graduate. Stetson has countless opportunities to help you achieve your most ambitious goals. Make sure to take advantage of all the resources available. We continuously strive for a healthier campus and healthier students. Stay healthy and live better with free screenings, programs, and workshops. 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