Lakewood Township

900 Lakewood Avenue
Lakewood, NJ 08701
800-458-8422

The rich history of Georgian Court University spans back nearly a century and reaches confidently toward the future with clear purpose and inspired intent. Founded in 1908 by the Sisters of Mercy of New Jersey, Georgian Court University offers a rich academic experience from a unique perspective. A Roman Catholic university, Georgian Court encourages all members of its university community not only to take note of the social problems in their communities and the world, but also to take action to remedy them.

Georgian Court University offers a women’s day university and coeducational evening and graduate programs. Our individual attention and faculty-to-student ratio of 15:1 are just some of the factors that have led to our No. 1 ranking in our tier for freshman retention rate in U.S. News and World Report’s Best Universities issue. Twenty-six undergraduate majors and ten graduate programs give students ample choice among liberal arts and professionals. To help communities deal with shortages of key personnel--teachers and nurses--Georgian Court university has accelerated elementary and secondary education programs and a post-baccalaureate program in nursing, offered in concert with another university and four area hospitals. Georgian Court University, a National Historic Landmark, resonates with the vivid legacy of the past and the determined appropriation of the future.

For more information | learn more about the academic programs or to be on the mailing list for public events and community education classes at Georgian Court University, visit www.georgian.edu.

Education Lakewood Township has both public and private educational opportunities, ranging from early childhood programs to post graduate work. The public school system offers a pre-school program, an all-day kindergarten, an academically gifted program in the elementary schools, and a broad range of academic programs from Advanced Placement and Honors to vocational school, technology labs, and basic skills, all designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. The award-winning Lakewood Community School provides vocational, academic, cultural, social, and recreational enrichment for all age groups from pre-school through senior citizens. Lakewood also prides itself for having two institutions of higher learning. Beth Medrash Govoha is a world-famous school for rabbinical and Talmudic studies. Georgian Court University, located on the former estate of George Jay Gould - a national historic landmark - is a renowned comprehensive Catholic university with a strong liberal arts core.

Lakewood Public Schools

Private Schools

Scholarships and Tuition Assistance Programs

Beth Medrash Govoha 617 6th Street Lakewood, NJ 08701 732-367-1060 x241 What began in Lakewood, New Jersey 58 years ago with a handful of idealistic young scholars has evolved to an enrollment of more than 3,000 motivated students, making Beth Medrash Govoha the world’s largest center for education in the Talmud (the authoritative body of Jewish tradition), with affiliations to educational and communal institutions world-wide. Attracted by the quality education and the ethical values taught and manifested in its home community, the college’s enrollment is projected to reach 5,000 by 2008. To accommodate this growth, the campus has expanded with the addition of Israel Henry Beren Hall - a new 52,000 square foot facility which opened in Fall 2001. The fully accredited, licensed institution of higher learning is recognized by state and federal agencies. Its academic focus and communal responsibilities are continued by two grandsons of the founder who came to Lakewood with the dream and the determination to succeed. Rabbi Aryeh Malkiel Kotler serves as Dean, and Rabbi Aaron Kotler as Chief Executive Officer. They head staffs of impeccable credentials and a single focus: Sustaining the partnership of college and township for the benefit of the entire New Jersey community - Beth Medrash Govoha’s continuing mission...then, now, and tomorrow.

Community School 655 Princeton Avenue Lakewood, NJ 08701 732-905-3685 In 1966, the Township Committee and the Board of Education made history by adopting a resolution to jointly fund the Lakewood Community School, making it the first one in New Jersey. It quickly became a model program for 26 other school districts in the Northeast, winning numerous awards from the NJ State Department throughout its 38 years. Today, Lakewood has the largest community program in the State. The community school offers many free recreation programs including; T-ball, basketball clinics, indoor and outdoor leagues, and even lighted softball fields are just a few. Besides summer recreation programs, the Community School sponsors afterschool student enrichment programs that include 85 clubs, ranging from cooking to homework, arts and crafts, chess clubs, and recreational sports of all kinds. The Community School's Adult High School has helped thousands of adults earn their high school diplomas by providing the necessary counseling, instruction, and testing. For more information \| visit http://www.lakewood.k12.nj.us

Georgian Court University 900 Lakewood Avenue Lakewood, NJ 08701 800-458-8422 The rich history of Georgian Court University spans back nearly a century and reaches confidently toward the future with clear purpose and inspired intent. Founded in 1908 by the Sisters of Mercy of New Jersey, Georgian Court University offers a rich academic experience from a unique perspective. A Roman Catholic university, Georgian Court encourages all members of its university community not only to take note of the social problems in their communities and the world, but also to take action to remedy them. Georgian Court University offers a women’s day university and coeducational evening and graduate programs. Our individual attention and faculty-to-student ratio of 15:1 are just some of the factors that have led to our No. 1 ranking in our tier for freshman retention rate in U.S. News and World Report’s Best Universities issue. Twenty-six undergraduate majors and ten graduate programs give students ample choice among liberal arts and professionals. To help communities deal with shortages of key personnel--teachers and nurses--Georgian Court university has accelerated elementary and secondary education programs and a post-baccalaureate program in nursing, offered in concert with another university and four area hospitals. Georgian Court University, a National Historic Landmark, resonates with the vivid legacy of the past and the determined appropriation of the future. For more information \| learn more about the academic programs or to be on the mailing list for public events and community education classes at Georgian Court University, visit www.georgian.edu.

Ocean County College College Drive, PO Box 2001 Toms River, NJ 08754 732-255-0400 One of the nation's first community colleges, located in nearby Toms River. Ocean County College offers a variety of programs, from certificate, to noncredit to customized training. Students can also pursue courses of study leading to Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees. For more information \| visit www.ocean.edu.

Ocean County Library System 301 Lexington Avenue Lakewood, NJ 08701 732-363-1435 Hours \| Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 9 PM, Friday & Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM, a Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM (September - May) As a Lakewood resident, you'll have access to a vital and vibrant library system. The Ocean County Library features over twenty branches; an extensive collection of books, periodicals, and electronic media; a comprehensive Web site - plus a skilled and professional staff to help you take advantage of all the library has to offer. These offerings include Web links for Ocean County businesses; homework help for elementary and high school students; professional development courses for teachers; book and film discussion groups; writing workshops; author lectures and much, much more. Looking for some light reading? Need to do some heavy research? You'll find what you need at the Lakewood branch of the Ocean County Library. For more information \| visit www.oceancounty.lib.nj.us