Reinhardt University

What is the history of Reinhardt University?

Reinhardt University is a private university in Waleska, Georgia, whose roots date to 1883. Augustus M. Reinhardt and John J. A. Sharp founded the school to expand educational opportunities in the area. It developed from a local school into a college and adopted the name Reinhardt University in 2010.

That history remains visible in its United Methodist affiliation and its emphasis on undergraduate education, even as Reinhardt has added graduate programs and professional fields such as nursing and business. Applicants comparing older references to "Reinhardt College" should understand that they refer to the same institution before its university name change.

What are the faculties and departments at Reinhardt University?

Reinhardt offers undergraduate and graduate study across the liberal arts, performing arts, business, education, health fields, and other professional areas. Prospective students can explore fields including biology, psychology, criminal justice, business administration, music, teacher education, and nursing.

The choice of major matters because admission to the university and entry into a particular professional program may be separate steps. A student considering nursing or teacher preparation, for example, should check the current catalog for required courses, clinical or field placements, progression standards, and the credential the program is designed to support. Adult learners should also check whether their intended program is offered on campus, online, or in a format that combines the two.

What is the location of Reinhardt University?

Reinhardt University's main campus is in Waleska, a small community in Cherokee County northwest of Atlanta. Its setting is less urban than an Atlanta campus, which can appeal to students seeking a residential college environment but changes how they plan transportation, employment, and off-campus activities.

Students may bring cars to campus in their first year. That can be useful for commuters and for students traveling to jobs or placements; they should still check current parking rules. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the principal regional airport for longer-distance travel, rather than a nearby campus transportation option.

What is the mission and vision of Reinhardt University?

Reinhardt describes its educational purpose in terms of learning, leadership, and service. Its stated approach connects academic study with personal development and reflects its affiliation with the United Methodist Church.

The affiliation is part of the university's identity, not a substitute for checking the experience of a particular program. Applicants who want to understand how that identity affects coursework or campus life should review the current catalog's general-education requirements and the policies of their intended major.