Georgian Court University announced it will undergo a $19 million facelift to modernize the student and operational spaces across its historic Lakewood campus.
The initiative is the largest investment in facilities for the Lakewood Township school since the mid-2000s. The project aims to strengthen residential life, enhance academic spaces, and modernize critical infrastructure while advancing sustainability goals, according to a release.
Construction is expected to continue through the summer, with major residential upgrades completed for the fall semester.
The project includes renovations to Maria Hall and St. Joseph Hall, the creation of a new student gathering space, HVAC upgrades in Raymond Dining Hall and the School of Education, enhancements to Mercy Hall Chapel, and elevator modernizations across campus.
The last university investment of comparable scale was the construction of the Wellness Center, completed in 2008. The 67,000-square-foot, LEED Gold-certified facility serves as the hub for athletics and recreation, featuring training facilities and a 1,200-seat arena.
The full modernization of Maria Hall, a 59-year-old, three-story residence hall that houses up to 219 primarily first-year residents, is considered the initiative’s centerpiece.
The $19 million was approved by the Georgian Court University Board of Trustees. In January, Georgian Court was named among the top 100 “Best Colleges for Women” by Newsweek, coming in at No. 46. Its enrollment is approximately 1,800 students.
