In 1920, the 19th Amendment passed, giving women the right to vote. This dramatically changed the landscape of our country. As opportunities began opening up for women, there quickly became a need for higher education for women.
True to their mission, the Sisters of the Holy Child quickly responded to the changing needs. In 1921, just one year after the 19th Amendment passed, the Sisters founded Rosemont College in Rosemont, Pa., which was dedicated to educating women. In 1922, the College received its charter and was officially incorporated. In 2009, after a intense yearlong, the Board of Trustees voted to make the college coeducational.
Enrolling close to 1,000 students today, Rosemont College remains committed to the educational philosophy of Cornelia Connelly. The undergraduate college offers 23 majors, while the graduate school offers six programs.
