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Friends of Ramapo

Welcome to The Friends of Ramapo Website

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Friends@50

In the fall of 2023 the Friends of Ramapo celebrated their 50th Anniversary as an organization.  Please enjoy our Commemorative Book and Video below.  Long Live Friends of Ramapo!  Happy 50th Anniversary!

Friends Video on YouTube

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Mission

The Friends of Ramapo is an organization founded in 1973 to expand communications and foster greater understanding between Ramapo College and neighboring communities by sharing the College’s cultural and educational resources, while raising scholarship money. Neighbors are introduced to Ramapo College’s strategic goals and culture and are invited to become active members of the College community.

Throughout its long history, the Friends of Ramapo have annually awarded scholarships to Ramapo College eligible students. Funded from annual membership fees and proceeds from Friends of Ramapo events and fundraisers, these scholarships help students reach their greatest potential.  Through 2022, the Friends of Ramapo have awarded close to 350 scholarships valued at $500,000 to Ramapo College students.

More Information on Friends of Ramapo Scholarships

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Membership

There are so many reasons to join the Friends of Ramapo and there are two options for those interested in joining, each with numerous benefits:

Friends “Plus” Membership – $150 per year

General Membership – $60 per year

All members are encouraged to attend lectures, films, concerts, as well as other events and, to take advantage of the many resources in the Learning Commons. But, one of the best benefits of a Friends Plus Membership is the ability to audit up to three courses per year tuition free.

Further Information on Membership

There are two options for those interested in joining The Friends of Ramapo:

Friends “Plus” Membership – $150 per year

General Membership – $60 per year

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Benefits of “Plus” Membership

  • Friends of Ramapo PLUS members receive a tuition waiver to audit THREE (3) courses per year.
    Details:

    • Members may audit one undergraduate level course in the Fall and Spring semesters and one Summer Session course, including online courses (as part or all of the three courses)
    • Participation is on a space-available basis. When checking course availability, there must be at least one seat available to audit the class
    • Certain courses may be excluded
    • No transcript is maintained
    • Books and course fees are the individual’s responsibility
    • All fees are non-refundable once paid

Additional Benefits

  • Receipt of Ramapo College Magazine
  • Advance notice of special Friends of Ramapo events and activities
  • Hang Tag for On-Campus Parking
  • Members are eligible to purchase a discounted membership to the Bill Bradley Sports and Recreation Center
  • Use of the College Library and our New Learning Commons

Benefits of General Membership

  • Receipt of Ramapo College Magazine
  • Advance notice of special Friends of Ramapo events and activities
  • Hang Tag for On-Campus Parking
  • Members are eligible to purchase a discounted membership to the Bill Bradley Sports and Recreation Center
  • Use of the College Library and our New Learning Commons

How to Become a Member

Click Here to Join the Friends of Ramapo Now

OR

Join by mail.

1)  Print out your Friends of Ramapo membership Application Form and complete it.

2)  Mail your completed application with a check for either $150 or $60 payable to Ramapo College Foundation to:

Friends of Ramapo
Ramapo College of New Jersey
505 Ramapo Valley Road,
Mahwah, NJ 07430-1680

Currently enrolled students are not eligible for membership in the Friends of Ramapo.

Membership in the Friends of Ramapo is a privilege and it may be withdrawn for violations of College policies or procedures

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Contact Information

Questions?  Contact

Peter W. Rice
Senior Director of Constituent Relations
Ramapo College of New Jersey
505 Ramapo Valley Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430-1680
price@ramapo.edu
201-684-7144