The New Orleans Advocate - Higher Education Guide 2015 by The Advocate

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2015 Higher Education

INDEX

Baton Rouge Community College.................24

Prepare yourself now for new challenges ahead BY RACHELE SMITH

“Think of this like a camping trip and you certainly don‘t want to rough it. You want to prepare for things that you know will happen, and also for possible obstacles along the way,” she advises. For Vyas, preparation starts before the semester begins. “You, the student, must set a routine or rhythm from the very beginning, even pre-semester,” she says. Vyas recommends students review their course schedule and know where every building is located. “This will take a little of the anxiety out of wandering around unfamiliar territory,” she says. She also advises students to understand how their university calculates grade point average (GPA) and to be very familiar with their major and its requirements by reading the university’s online general/ academic catalog. If any course syllabi are available before the first day

Delgado Community College......................5

Special to The Advocate

International Technical Institute.................19

Choosing a college can be exciting. So is choosing a major. The long-awaited first important steps towards independence are here. Slipping into the past are the reassuring days when expectations were known at home and school, when parents and teachers were always willing to lend an extra hand or offer advice. As college freshmen, many students, especially Asha Vyas encourages enterthose living away from home ing college students to prepare for this new chapter in for the first time, experience a their lives. new array of personal and social choices and changes. sleep until noon every day if Yet, in the process of balancyou know you have 8:30 a.m. ing these experiences, some courses every day come fall college freshmen struggle with semester. If you can set your the very thing that sent them to body up to be prepared for the college in the first place: acaearly mornings in college, you demics. Asha Vyas, a counselwill feel better and be happier or with LSU’s Student Support to be in those earlier classes.” Services, explains that college Once classes begin, Vyas can be the happiest time of a says that students who want person’s life, but she warns that to be academically successful freshmen should not underestishould go to class. mate this chapter. It sounds simple “Expect really hard work,” she My dad used to say, with tongue in cheek while enough, but in asking upperclassmen says, adding that what they wish simultaneously meaning every literal word, every second they knew when counts for both ‘Failing to prepare is preparing to fail.’ And as they first started, academic and personal growth. I’d roll my adolescent eyes at him, I think some Vyas notes their answers always Vyas recomcentered on going part of me knew he was right. mends that stuto class. dents place themASHA VYAS, counselor with LSU’s Student Support Services “Once you get selves in control of to college, you their own growth and offers several strategies of class, she suggests purchas- earn the privilege of forthright ing textbooks and other materi- freedom. But with that freedom for academic success. “My dad used to say, with als required, and she even adds comes really great responsibiltongue in cheek while simul- that college students go school ity. No, university courses don’t taneously meaning every lit- supply shopping again. “Yes, always take attendance. No eral word, ‘Failing to prepare like you did in grade school. matter how early, how boring, is preparing to fail.’ And as I’d Make it fun and enjoyable,” or how difficult the class is, go. Just go,” she advises. roll my adolescent eyes at him, she notes. Vyas adds that time manageFinally, before classes start, I think some part of me knew he was right,” she admits, not- Vyas points to a student’s sleep ment is crucial here, especially ing that as a counselor, she of- schedule, something most par- for students who are busy, and ents have probably already while she notes that for some, fers that same advice. “Prepare for everything,” she mentioned. “Though tempting, don’t tells her students. äSee SUCCESS, page 10

Louisiana Tech University............................16 Loyola University New Orleans...................4 Louisiana State University............................8 LSU Eunice...................................................11 Nicholls State University.............................27 Northshore Technical Community College....23 Northwestern State University......................15 Our Lady of the Lake College........................26 Our Lady of Holy Cross College..................7 River Parishes Community College............14 South Louisiana Community College..........12 Southeastern Louisiana University............22 Tulane University........................................3 University of Louisiana at Lafayette.............20 University of Louisiana at Monroe..............18 University of New Orleans............................6

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Tulane University Tulane at a glance

Tulane University

210 Gibson Hall 6823 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA 70118 -5698 http://tulane.edu/ 800-873-WAVE (9283) 504-865-5731 Campus tours, class visits, and opportunities to speak with current students are available all weekdays during the Fall and Spring semesters at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Saturdays at 9 a.m. During the summer, tours are available weekdays at 9 a.m. Application deadline for Spring semester New students: Nov. 15 Transfer students: Nov. 1 For blank enrollment and housing applications visit http://admission.tulane.edu/ apply/index.php

Only at Tulane, only in New Orleans Tulane University is one of the nation’s most prestigious educational and research institutions, located in one of the world’s greatest cities. Founded in 1834 in New Orleans, Tulane offers degrees in architecture, business, law, liberal arts, medicine, public health and tropical medicine, the sciences and engineering, and social work. The university is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, a select group of the 62 leading research universities in the United States and Canada with “preeminent programs of graduate and professional education and scholarly research.” Tulane also is ranked by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a university with “very high research activity.” Of more

than 4,300 higher educational institutions rated by the foundation, Tulane remains in a prestigious category that includes only 2 percent of universities nationwide. Tulane was the first private research university in the nation to institute a public service requirement for graduation. Tulane’s diverse student body enhances the overall educational experience. Eighty-five percent of students travel from over 300 miles away to attend Tulane, and the average student travels 923 miles in total, making Tulane one of the most geographically diverse schools in the country. Tulane offers its students one-of-a-kind interdisciplinary learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. Tulane graduates are uniquely prepared for the challenges of the real world.

Tulane offers its students endless educational opportunities while providing a singular cultural experience found nowhere else in the world. These are just some of the characteristics defining our unique institution. • Ranked 19th among most service-minded schools by Newsweek • 1 of only 25 private institutions to have both membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU) and to be designated as a university with “very high research activity” by the Carnegie Foundation • Rated by The Princeton Review in 3 categories: Best College City (#1), Best Quality of Life (#12), and Happiest Students (#10) • Ranked 41st among best national universities by U.S. News and World Report • “Non sibi, sed suis” = “Not for one’s self, but for one’s own” = Tulane’s motto • 6,750 total undergraduates come from 50 states and 58 foreign countries • More than 75 different majors within 5 undergraduate schools • Nearly 30 libraries & research centers containing 2,200,000 books and 14,000 periodicals • 80+ TIDES (Tulane Interdisciplinary Experience Seminar) topics available • 70 Posse students on campus by Fall 2014 • 110+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries offered • Average class size of 22 students; 83 percent of classes are smaller than 30 students; 70 percent of classes are smaller than 20 students • 9:1 student to faculty ratio • 93 percent of full-time faculty hold a terminal degree in their field • 85 percent of students come to Tulane from over 300 miles away • More than 200 student-led clubs and organizations • 12 fraternities and 13 sororities represented on campus • Division I Athletics: 16 team sports, 34 club sports, and 24 intramural sports • 156,000 square-foot Reily Student Recreation Center • 14 residence halls to house all freshmen and sophomores • More than 15 different eateries on campus • Only 4 miles away from the Central Business District and French Quarter • Across the street from beautiful Audubon Park • 250,000 community service hours logged by the Tulane community • 37 Tulane alumni chapters nationwide participating in externships • 100,000+ job listings posted at Tulane’s Career Services Center

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Loyola University New Orleans

Loyola University New Orleans 6363 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA 70118 504-865-3240 www.loyno.edu www.facebook.com/loyno

Loyola Sunrise – by Kyle Encar

Let’s cut to the chase by saying that Loyola University New Orleans will change your life. Yes, that’s a bold statement, but we’ve got a lot to back it up: An incredible real-world education that will put you leaps ahead in the interview line. Or

cclasses with an 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio tthat puts the focus squarely on YOU. And, of ccourse, a strong, Jesuit-based approach to eeducation that not only nourishes your mind, bbody and spirit, but also will help you do the ssame for others. And that’s just to start. Check out these sstats. • #2 in the nation for inclusiveness and diversity • #14 in the nation for “Best Quality of Life” • More than 30 percent of Loyola students study abroad each year • 65+ different majors including new degrees in Digital Filmmaking, Popular and Commercial Music, Business Analytics, and Graphic Design • NAIA D-1 in men’s/women’s basketball, cross country, track, tennis, golf, swimming, cheer/ dance, women’s volleyball and men’s baseball • Intramural and club sports, including rugby, flag football, and even Quidditch • More than 100 student organizations… There’s truly something for everyone!

We’d love for you to experience the energy of our campus for yourself. Why not plan to come to our Fall open house on Saturday, Nov. 14th? Get great insight into what makes Loyola a great choice: Chat with faculty who offer unmatched real-world experience and check out our innovative academic programs, like our Music Industry Studies degrees and our new Bachelor of Design degree - the only one of its kind in the region! If you can’t make it in November, take part in our “Magis Day” program and live like a Loyola student for the day. Or call 1-800-4-LOYOLA to schedule a visit when it’s best for you. You can apply online, too: apply.loyno.edu. We accept applications for admission and scholarships on a rolling basis and offer a variety of tools to help finance your education – 90 percent of our undergraduates receive some form of aid. Visit loyno.edu/financialaid or call our Office of Financial Aid at (504) 865-3240.

At Loyola, we’ll change your life and help you change the world.

NOT JUST LIFE-CHANCING. WORLD-CHANGING.

Loyola is a diverse, dedicated and passionate Jesuit university; a reflection of the city that surrounds us. Here, focused and personalized attention in a small classroom environment fosters a true exchange of ideas. Independence is nurtured. Learning is cherished. And all rests upon a foundation created by St. Ignatius Loyola, to prepare students to “go forth and set the world on fire.” To see why this is the place for you, visit us in person or at loyno.edu. Named among the Nation’s Best Colleges by The Princeton Review, with six Top 20 rankings in quality of life, inclusive culture, college library, and newspaper (#4 in the US!) 10:1 Student-to-Professor ratio 1500 Internship options for experienced-based learning 86 Awards for our Mass Communications program in 2015

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Delgado Community College

Eight campus locations in New Orleans, Metairie and Slidell. Delgado Admissions and Enrollment: (504) 671-5012 www.dcc.edu

elgado Community College is the right choice for higher education in the greater New Orleans region. Enrolling more than 30,000 students in academic and job-training programs each semester, Delgado is the largest community college in the state and is second only

to t Louisiana State University in the number of students enrolled. r Established in 1921, Delgado g is the oldest community college c in Louisiana. A Delgado education costs less. Tuition and fees are low. Entrance E requirements enable access. a Delgado awards fully accredited c associate degrees, certificates c and diplomas through t 113 programs at eight locations in the greater New Orleans O region and online. The college has credittransfer t agreements with public p and private four-year colleges c and universities in Louisiana and Mississippi. Delgado offers the Louisiana Transfer Degree for students wishing to complete their bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree studies at a Louisiana public university after earning an associate degree. Delgado faculty and staff members are recognized for

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excellence by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development and other national organizations. More than $150 million has been allocated by the state, federal government, and private donors for construction and improvement of facilities at Delgado. All new facilities are designed to support the workforce needs of regional employers and residents. Delgado is one of the great community colleges in America. The college ranks among the top 10 community colleges nationwide for career certification credentials awarded annually. Delgado is one of the top 25 community colleges nationwide for associate degrees in Nursing (registered nurses). Delgado is also one of the top 50 community colleges nationwide for associate degrees in Allied Health

professions, and for associate degrees in Consumer and Human Sciences. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always the right time to apply and enroll at Delgado. New classes start throughout the year. Information about financial aid, enrollment requirements and application deadlines is online at www. dcc.edu. The admission fee of $25 will be assessed when applicants register for classes.

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University of New Orleans

UNO electrical engineering students show off their senior design project.

The University of New Orleans is

one of the nation’s top institutions of higher education, according to the 2016 edition of The Princeton Review’s annual college guide, “The Best 380 Colleges.” UNO is one of only three public universities in Louisiana to make the list.

Did You Know?

• UNO has graduated more than 75,000 alumni - more than half of whom live and work in the greater New Orleans metropolitan area. • Since 1958, UNO has educated students from all 64 Louisiana parishes, all 50 states in the United States and more than 130 countries. • Located on the southern shore of Lake Pontchartrain, only 15 minutes from the French Quarter, UNO occupies a 338-acre campus. • NCAA Athletics: Division I Southland Conference • 14 NCAA sports teams • The university mascot is a privateer • For the fifth straight year, the University of New Orleans ranks among the universities whose students graduate with the lightest debt loads, according to U.S. News & World Report. • Our master’s degree program in hotel, restaurant and tourism administration has a 100 percent industry-specific job placement rate over the history of the program. UNO now offers a completely online executive master’s degree in hospitality and tourism management. • The School of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering is the only one in the region and one of only several in the nation.

2000 Lakeshore Drive New Orleans, LA 70148 504-280-6000 www.uno.edu www.info.uno.edu Visit the campus

Get to Know UNO Open House: Sat., Nov. 21, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.. University Center Ballroom Make plans to get to know what the University of New Orleans has to offer you at this festive, informative and FREE open house! Have questions? Email admissions@uno.edu. Admission Information

Deadline: July 25 Get blank application at apply.uno.edu Application fee: $20 Application requirements: Official Transcripts UNO ACT Code = 1591 UNO SAT Code= 6379

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Our Lady of Holy Cross College

4123 Woodland Drive New Orleans, LA 70131 504-394-7744 www.olhcc.edu Open house: Wed., Oct. 21, 5-7 p.m. Application Deadlines: Spring 2016 - Jan. 5, 2016. Fall 2016 – Aug. 29, 2016 All applications can be submitted online at www.olhcc.edu Required fees: No application fee Administrative Support (nonrefundable) $335 per semester Academic Support (non-refundable) $110 per semester Bayou Bucks (adjusted for less than full-time, non-refundable) $115 per semester

Stay connected for news about centennial events!

In 2016, OLHCC will kick off its 100th year. The college is still growing with freshmen enrollment numbers rising as well as the number of graduate students increasing. At OLHCC you can earn a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Teaching and Learning, and Theology. You can earn an Ed. D. in Executive Leadership. You can earn a Master’s degree in Counseling with specializations in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling, and School Counseling and a PhD in Counseling.

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Louisiana State University For more than 150 years, LSU has served the state of Louisiana, the region, the nation and the world through our mission of teaching, research and public service. At LSU, we’re passionate about life and it shows. Our sporting venues are packed with Tiger and Lady Tiger fans on game days, and you can guarantee that if there’s something worth celebrating, we’ll celebrate it. That passion extends to academics as well, where we’re not shy about celebrating the achievements of our

Louisiana State University Office of Enrollment Management 1146 Pleasant Hall Baton Rouge, LA 70803 Phone: 225-578-1175 Fax: 225-578-4433 lsu.edu

outstanding students, faculty, staff and alumni. Our alumni have landed a rover on Mars. They have written Academy Award winning musical scores and New York Times best-selling novels. They run Fortune 500 companies and lead the way to scientific and medical breakthroughs, among many other achievements. Combined with the joie de vivre that infuses everything we do, our commitment to success makes LSU the perfect place for a student, professor, staff member, alum or fan to call home.

Spring 2015 saw LSU’s largest graduating class in university history, with 3,979 students. The class also was the most diverse ever, with the largest number of African American and Hispanic graduates the university has produced at one commencement, breaking the record of the previous year’s spring 2014 class.

ADMISSIONS INFORMATION 3.0 GPA, 22 ACT composite score, 18 English subscore, and 19 math subscore Online application can be found at lsu.edu/admissions Application fee: $40 Priority Deadline: November 15 Deadline: April 15 View campus visit options at www.lsu.edu/visitcampus On-Campus Housing: Apply online at www.lsu.edu/housingapplication Orientation: Invitations will be sent in January. Visit www.lsu. edu/orientation for more information.

LSU is the top university in the nation in granting chemistry PhD degrees to women and underrepresented minority students. Given the growing need for graduates in STEM professions, it is critical that opportunities exist for students from every background to receive a high quality education in their chosen fields.

The LSU Quad is one of the many gathering places on campus where students can socialize and study between classes.

Financial Aid: Complete the FAFSA soon after January 1. More information is available at www. lsu.edu/financialaid. Scholarships: Apply before November 15 to receive priority consideration. Awarding begins in December. Visit www.lsu.edu/ freshmanscholarships for more information.

Students can get involved in undergraduate research either through their departments or by attending LSU Discover events and programs.

Mike VI, a live Siberian-Bengal tiger, serves as the official mascot of LSU.

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Choosing a major: one of lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important decisions

reason many college students delay choosing their majors until after they Choosing a major is an important de- enter college. Students often find encision for college students. The right tering college as an undecided affords major can set students on a path to a re- them the opportunity to explore various warding and successful career, which courses of study without committing themselves to any particular subject. can lead to a more fulfilling life. The gravity of such a decision is one Though that approach can work while students are still underclassmen, many advisers recommend students choose a major before their third year of college. The following tips can help students ensure they make the right decision about which path to take for the remainder of their college careers. â&#x20AC;˘ VISIT YOUR SCHOOLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAREER CENTER. College career centers are a great resource for college students as they narrow down their options concerning a major. Many career centers have programs in place designed to match studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; interests and personalities with courses of study. Utilize these programs if you are having trouble matching an interest with a major. â&#x20AC;˘ TAKE ACTION. Classrooms can be great Taking a careful and thoughtful applaces to discover a passion for a parproach can help students select majors that lead to rewarding careers. ticular field of study, but lectures or enMetro Creative Connection

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try-level courses are not always enough to spark interest. If there are particular fields of study that interest you, find extracurricular clubs that are associated with those majors. Attend special events and bring any questions you might have about the course of study they are associated with. â&#x20AC;˘ SPEAK TO UPPERCLASSMEN. Underclassmen may make up the majority of students in entry-level courses, but you may encounter some upperclassmen who have already chosen their majors in such classes from time to time. Such students can be valuable resources for other students looking to gain greater insight into courses of study. Ask about

particular classes and professors who upperclassmen found particularly engaging and encouraging. â&#x20AC;˘ PURSUE AN INTERNSHIP. The hands-on experience provided by an internship is a great way for students to learn if a particular line of work is for them. Internships can provide an insiderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s look into particular professions and industries. While internships might once have been designated for older students, many businesses now have more relaxed eligibility requirements regarding their internship programs, making it possible for students of all grade levels to gain some practical professional experience while still in school.

SUCCESS

paying for in their tuition and fees. Your university will have an academic resource center and counselors whose purpose is to help you succeed,â&#x20AC;? she says. She adds if a student is struggling, he or she can ask friends in class for notes, seek the assistance of a formal tutor, go to supplemental instruction sessions if available, or use any number of online resources. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be afraid of asking for help; donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stand in your own way,â&#x20AC;? she advises. Above all, Vyas recommends that students practice self-care, making sure to eat right, exercise, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;above all, sleep properly.â&#x20AC;?

Continued from page 2 time management might be a gift they were born with, it is a skill that anyone can learn. She recommends practicing managing a schedule for just one afternoon and building to a day, a week, and then a month. She adds that an agenda or a to-do list can be helpful as well as many apps that are geared toward managing activities, school, and family demands. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Additionally, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really important, according to my students, to communicate effectively to your loved ones. It could be helpful and considerate to let them know that you might not be available to FaceTime every single day because of the demands of your school work. Be open and honest, and hope that they understand,â&#x20AC;? she says. In addition to going to class, Vyas also recommends that new students find an ally or allies on campus to help them achieve academically once classes start. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Befriend some upperclassmen, lean on your older sibling, cousin, or connect with an organization or staff member. These people are crucial in helping you through the unfamiliar territory that is college,â&#x20AC;? she says. She also recommends that students introduce themselves to their instructors, even if this can be intimidating, and stay positive, knowing that whatever setbacks they may face, there are plenty of resources on campus to help. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I see students all the time wallowing and suffering and never ever utilizing the resources that they are already

For parents For parents wanting to help their now young adults achieve as they head off to college, Vyas advises them to find that â&#x20AC;&#x153;sweet spotâ&#x20AC;? between over-involvement and total absence. She admits that it can be difficult, but parents should always provide a listening ear, encouragement and advice while allowing their student room to grow their own accountability and personal responsibility. She notes that it can be crippling for students if parents do not give them the room to fall and get back up, just like when they were toddlers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have worked with seniors whose parents still schedule their courses for them, buy their books, edit their papers, and check their grades. While I know this is only meant to be helpful, unfortunately the student never actually learns how the world really works, and when it comes to finding a job and keeping their own household, it becomes apparent,â&#x20AC;? she says.

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LSU Eunice LSU Eunice is the only two-year institution in the LSU System and scores the highest on the ACT Student Satisfaction Survey of all twoand four-year schools in Louisiana.

LSU Eunice’s 2+2 programs with 4-year universities in the state allow students to earn your bachelor’s degree quickly, and in some cases without leaving Eunice. Students enrolled in a 2+2 program take their first two years of coursework in classes taught by LSU Eunice faculty and their last two years of coursework is taken in classes taught either on the LSU Eunice campus, the 4-year school’s campus or online. LSUE has agreements with McNeese, LSU Alexandria, UL Lafayette and Northwestern State. And LSU Eunice is currently working on an agreement with LSU to offer courses from the LSU Agriculture School and LSU Engineering School on the Eunice campus. Modular Math is a new quality enhancement

program that is taking the campus by storm. Students move at their own pace using video and computer-based modules with instructors providing assistance rather than lecturing in the classroom. The program allows students the opportunity to complete two semesters of developmental math in one semester at a reduced tuition rate for the second class.

Financial aid deadlines

• For fall semester, students are encouraged to get their FAFSA and supporting documents completed by June 1. • For the spring, the financial aid priority deadline is October 1st. • LSUE’s deadline for applying for scholarships for the fall semester is February 2.

Facts of Interest • Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 23:1 • LSU Eunice enrolls students from 12 states and 5 different countries. • LSU Eunice has been awarded the President’s Honor Roll Award for community service nu-

merous times. • LSU Eunice is tops in TOPS, awarding over $10 million dollars in TOPS scholarship funds. • Radiologic Technology and Respiratory Care graduates typically receive 100 percent pass rates on national board exams. • Job placement rates for Allied Health students is 100 percent.

2048 Johnson Highway P.O. Box 1129 Eunice, LA 70535 1-888-FOR-LSUE www.lsue.edu

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South Louisiana Community College

A lifetime of success begins here

South Louisiana Community College is a comprehensive community college that serves more than 10,000 students annually and operates campuses in Abbeville, Crowley, Franklin, Lafayette, New Iberia, Opelousas, St. Martinville, and Ville Platte. Learn more about the admissions process, or schedule a campus tour, by contacting SLCC Admissions. Lafayette Campus 1101 Bertrand Dr. Lafayette, LA 70506 lafayettecampus@solacc.edu P: (337) 521-9000

At South Louisiana Community College, we know our students by name. Because whether you’re learning a technical skill, enhancing your existing skill set or getting a jump-start on your four-year degree, you’ll receive the one-on-one attention and support you need for a lifetime of success. Countless programs at SLCC have a high jobplacement rate, each with highly competitive wages. Our small-campus environments — eight total across Acadiana — are friendly, affordable, and close to where you live and work. Your educational journey begins here.

of study including business, healthcare, education, industrial technology, and much more. Graduates will be prepared to walk straight into the workforce or transfer earned credits to any fouryear university in the country. Get the knowledge you need to earn your degree, plus the applied know how it takes to thrive.

A community like no other.

We’ve built a close-knit community that encourages, challenges and supports students as they pursue their educational, professional and personal goals. Your success. Our top priority. With campuses spread across Acadiana, SLCC If it’s preparing you for university studies or students spend less time commuting and more equipping you with skills needed to enter the work- time learning. Our faculty members and staff are force, SLCC gives students the tools they need for a like an extended family for students, meaning you lifetime of success. SLCC’s programs prepare students for the workforce or for a four-year degree in two years or less. Our students are given the foundation to succeed whether they’re going right to work after graduation or continuing their collegiate career. Not sure what you want to study? SLCC staffers can help with guidance that will help place students on a career path that fits their unique interests and goals. Plus students benefit from SLCC’s job placement services, meaning students have support even after they’ve earned their diploma.

Find Your Focus

Each program offered by SLCC was designed with your future in mind. Prepare for the workforce, polish your skills, or earn college credits across areas

will receive the right amount of attention and support needed for education and career success. Plus with plenty of opportunities to get involved on campus, you’ll make new friends — and new memories — as you prepare for a future of success.

Get your career in gear.

There’s a reason the community looks to SLCC when recruiting top talent. First, we give students the skills they need to thrive, and then we teach them the techniques that assure businesses they’d be a perfect fit. SLCC has strong ties to local businesses, and many come to SLCC looking for talented workers. If you’re looking for a quality job, with the opportunity to earn a high-paying salary, you’ve got an in with SLCC.

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River Parishes Community College w as craft training programs in carpenwell t electrical, millwright, non-destructive try, t testing, pipefitting and welding.

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925 W W. Ed Edenborne b P Parkway k Box 2367 Gonzales, LA 70707 225-743-8500 www.rpcc.edu All photos are Advocate staff photos by Angela Major.

All applications are online at http:// / w www.rpcc.edu/applyOnline.cfm. Applications are due by the first day of c class each semester. The application fee is $15. Application requirements include high sschool transcript or all official college/ / u university transcripts, application fee, imm munization records and ACT/Compass sscores. Orientation dates are available for each ssemester by calling 225-743-8500. More information regarding tuition and fees is available at www.rpcc.edu/upiver Parishes Community College is loads/tuitionFees.pdf. an open-admission institution that partDeadlines for applying for financial aid ners with the communities and businesses of the river parishes region of Louisiana are published each semester on the acato provide workforce training, certificates, demic calendar available on the website. Students can visit www.rpcc.edu orr diplomas and associate degrees. New programs are being offered in www.osfa.la.gov for more information remedical coding and criminal justice as garding financial aid.

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Louisiana Tech University

‘At Tech, you’ll belong. Louisiana Tech is family’ Connect with Tech! Office of Admissions P.O. Box 3178 Ruston, LA 71272 www.admissions.latech.edu 318-257-3036 www.facebook.com/latech Twitter: @TechAdmissions

That’s how one graduate described our nationally ranked research university where students are always the focus and always the priority. Founded in 1894, our selective admissions university offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and a wide variety of graduate degrees at both the masters and doctoral level. Louisiana Tech students thrive in a safe and supportive environment where collaborative research opportunities enhance learning alongside extracurricular and NCAA Division I athletic programs that enrich student life.

Louisiana Tech is… A Tier One National University according to US N News & World W ld Report’s R t’ 2016 Best Colleges list. #1 in nation among public National Universities and #6 overall for graduating students w with the least average amount of debt (US News a & World Report’s 2016 Best Coolleges list.) #1 # in the State of Louisiana and #13 nationally for overall return on investment (ROI) for graduates (PayScale.com 2015 Collegee ROI Report) One of o the nation’s 25 Most Affordable Colleges for both in-state and out-oof-state students (Newsweek and The Daily Beaast)

#1 in the State of Louisiana and #17 in the nation among “Low Cost Colleges with High Starting Salaries for Graduates” (Affordable Colleges Online) #1 in the State of Louisiana in average midcareer salaries for graduates (PayScale.com 20152016 College Salary Report) Cited in Wall Street Journal (3/2/15) as #5 in list of nation’s Best Public Universities for Return on Investment (for all majors, based on projected earnings over 20 years.)

Fast Facts: • Location: Ruston, LA • Total Enrollment: 11,271 students (from 45 states and 63 countries)

• Student/Faculty Ratio: 23:1 • Academic Calendar: Quarter system awarding semester hours. Three quarters (Fall, Winter, Spring) equals two semesters at other universities. • Athletics: 16 men’s and women’s sports – Conference USA (NCAA Division I) • Famous Alumni: Terry Bradshaw (NFL, 4-time Super Bowl Champion), Kix Brooks (Grammy award-winning country music artist), Cheryl Ford (3-time WNBA champion), Trace Atkins (country music star), Teresa Weatherspoon (Olympic Gold Medalist), Glen Post (CEO of CentryLink), Karl Malone (Two-time NBA MVP, second leading scorer in NBA history)

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University of Louisiana at Monroe Bayou open house set for Saturday, Nov. 14, or attend our â&#x20AC;&#x153;Take Flightâ&#x20AC;? informational session in Baton Rouge on Oct. 28, starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Embassy Suites. Faculty and staff are happy to answer any questions you may have, or you can ask Ace (our mascot) a question directly at www.ulm. edu/askace.

Admission info

Browse on the Bayou open house: Nov. 14 Housing applications can be found at ulm.edu/reslife Financial aid information is at ulm.edu/financialaid Application deadline for Fall 2016 is Jan. 18, 2016 Orientation (PREP) sessions begin in June

700 University Avenue Monroe, LA 71209

ULM Points of Pride

â&#x20AC;˘ Ranked Tier One University by U.S. News and World Report â&#x20AC;˘ 100 percent passage rate on all licensure exams in the College of Health and Pharmaceutical Sciences â&#x20AC;˘ 100 percent job placement for the College of Health and Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates â&#x20AC;˘ 2,227 students received competitive internships last year â&#x20AC;˘ Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) program ranked top ten in the nation â&#x20AC;˘ Nursing program named number nine in nation

Take Flight!

Phone: 318-342-7777 Fax: 318-342-4915 ulm.edu/apply Instagram.com/ulmonroe Facebook.com/ulmrecruiting

With strong and diverse academic offerings, a small size that allows for a student-centered education and a beautiful campus with a beautiful bayou flowing through its heart, ULM is a wonderful place for you to call home. We invite you to visit our campus, attend an activity sponsored by one of our 150-plus student organizations, or cheer on the Warhawks in our 17 NCAA recognized sports. Mark your calendar to attend a Browse on the

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ITI Technical College ket, ITI can not only give you an edge, but we can also offer training for a career that you truly love.

The ITI Difference

Welcome to ITI For over 40 years ITI Technical College has been offering skills training for those looking to enter a new career or just adding to present abilities. We began offering classes at our current campus on Airline Highway in 1979. Known for our quality graduates, we offer a wide variety of fields to choose from, both in associate in occupational studies degrees and in certificate programs. ITI was designed with the students’ and employers’ needs in mind. Our program curriculums were developed and sustained, to a degree, through employerbased advisory committees, which continues today. In today’s highly competitive job mar-

• Accreditation: Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. • Flexible Options: Full-time day or night classes are available. • Convenience: We schedule all classes for you. • Placement Assistance: The Career Services team is dedicated to you as a student and graduate.

Admissions and Financial Aid You can apply online at www.iticollege. edu or by simply calling 225-752-4233 to schedule a visit. ITI admissions offers a free evaluation to all those who are interested in attending. You will get a tour of the facilities and a complete review of the program curriculums. Our admissions team is excited to meet with you to help put you on the path to success. Financial aid is available, for those who

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qualify. ITI offers a variety of financial aid programs to fit your needs and a scholarship program for Louisiana high school seniors. We are also eligible to receive TOPS & TOPS Tech scholarships. Let our Financial Aid department guide you through the process, at no cost.

13944 Airline Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70817 225-752-4233 admissions@iticollege.edu www.iticollege.edu

CAREER TRAINING

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR

FUTURE

ITI TECHNICAL COLLEGE OFFERS TRAINING FOR CAREERS IN: • • •

Information Technology •Information Technology Technical Drafting •Technical Drafting A/C, and Refrigeration •A/C Electricaland Electrical Technology Technology • •Electronic AutomationSystems and Electronic Systems Technology Technology • •Electrical Process Technology Technology

• •Process Office Administration Technology • •Office Medical Coding Administration • •Medical Medical Coding Assisting • •Medical IndustrialAssisting Instrumentation • •Industrial InstrumentInstrumentation & Control Systems Technology •Instrument & Control Systems Technology

For more information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the programs, and other important information, please visit http://www.iticollege.edu/disclosures.htm

ys wanted! CALL TODAY and prepare for the career you’ve always

1-855-ITI-TECH

admissions@iticollege.edu 13944 Airline Hwy Hwy. • Baton Rouge, Rouge LA 70817

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette Your front row seat to new experiences

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA at Lafayette

You are invited to visit our beautiful campus and learn how you can earn a first-

104 E. University Circle Lafayette, LA 70503

rate education at one of the

800-752-6553 337-482-6467

most affordable colleges. Schedule a campus tour or register for an on-campus event at louisiana.edu/visitus.

Email: admissions@louisiana.edu Contact: Joshua Perrodin Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment

Live & Learn •

UL Lafayette is the largest school in the University of Louisiana System, with more than 19,000 students.

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R ate d a m o n g t h e “ B est 38 0 Colleges” by The Princeton Review for 2016.

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Live on campus, with the comforts of apartment-style living and brand new residence halls, for a front-row seat to new experiences. See more at housing.louisiana.edu

Affordability & Assistance

Like Family

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UL Lafayette is one of the most affordable universities in Louisiana, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Affordability and Transparency List.

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We award nearly $7 million in scholarships, in addition to TOPS.

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Apply for admission by Jan. 31 for full scholarship consideration. See more at scholarships.louisiana.edu.

UL Lafayette students embody the spirit of the region’s unique Cajun and Creole heritage. They work hard and play hard. They respect others’ beliefs, embrace diversity and treat strangers like family. Their compassion for others inspires public service. The seamless blend of campus and community creates a synergy that sets UL Lafayette apart from other universities.

Highlights

Admissions

• Ranked by several college guides, UL Lafayette wants you to apply. UL Lafayette is nationally recog- Visit louisiana.edu/apply. nized as a major research university. • More than 100 degree options. Known for architecture, arts, business, computer science, engineering, geosciences, industrial design, informatics and nursing. • State-of-the-art labs, diverse internship opportunities and extensive advising and support services to help you succeed. • Nearly 200 clubs, organizations and intramural sports. • 16 NCAA Division I sports. Our football, baseball, softball, and basketball (men’s and women’s) programs are on the rise, participating in post-season NCAA competition. • Baseball finished the 2014 regular season ranked No. 1 in the U.S. The football team was the New Orleans Bowl Champion in 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014.

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Southeastern Louisiana University F Facilities and Services

Hammond, LA 800-222-7358 985-549-5883 admissions@southeastern.edu southeastern.edu

es based upon rigorous academic foundations. The university features the Center for Student Excellence, which offers a comprehensive resource for career advising and academic assistance.

Southeastern will soon finish its $32 million renovation and expansion of its Student Union that doubles the size of the old facilities. In addition to a “fresh food” dining concept, the new facility brings with it new meeting spaces and a new bookstore, as well as a centralized health and counseling facility and new Center for Student Excellence designed to aid in student success. The university is starting construction on a new $24.4 million science and technology building that will provide state-of-the-art classrooms and labs for programs such as computer science, information t technology, engineering technology, and occupattional, safety, health and environment. Modern housing facilities provide a comfortable home away from home for more than 2,300 stuSoutheastern Louisiana University students earn dents. Textbook rentals allow students to save thouan exceptional education and experience a robust sands of dollars over their college career by enabling campus life with all the benefits of a large university them to rent, rather than purchase their textbooks. along with the closeness and personal attention one Strong Academics would expect at a smaller institution. With more than 250 majors, minors and concenWith a student-faculty ratio of 20:1, students ben- trations, students at Southeastern have a broad efit from the personal attention of their instructors, selection of academic pathways to challenging cawhile studying in a wide array of exceptional aca- reers or to graduate level or professional studies. demic programs. All degree programs offer honors options. Through Students at Southeastern have access to all the its Real-World Ready initiative, the university offers tools and help necessary to discover their own po- students exceptional opportunities through interntential. The university represents a strong value for ships, study abroad, service-learning courses and students, having been cited among the top 60 low- other programs. cost colleges in the nation where graduates also earn Professors know their students individually as high starting salaries. they engage in active, hands-on learning experienc-

Points of Pride

• Named among the top regional universities in the South where students graduate with the least debt by U.S. News and World Report • Top secondary education program in Louisiana and graduate program in education cited as among the best in the nation • School of Nursing named the top nursing program in advanced practice in Louisiana and the master’s degree one of the best in the nation by Masters Degrees Online • New Media & Animation program recognized as one of the best in the south by Animation Career Review • Accounting program cited as 19th best among 30 most affordable degree programs in the country by Accounting Degree Review • Recognized by the organization Purposeful Networks as the only institution in Louisiana with a Student Actions Award for student leadership, momentum and engagement in activities that positively impact communities • Top 50 in the nation for financial aid awarded to students by BestColleges.com • With more than 125 student organizations, there are countless opportunities for students to discover their strengths, enhance their interests and engage in the campus community.

Welcome to Southeastern

1-800-222-SELU

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southeastern.edu

SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY

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Northshore Technical Community College

www.northshorecollege.edu 1710 Sullivan Drive Bogalusa, LA 70427 985-549-5145, (Fax) 985-549-5141 Connect-to-Success sites Southeastern Main Campus 900 B West University Avenue Hammond, LA 70402 Southeastern St. Tammany Center 21454 Koop Drive Mandeville, LA 70471

STEM Campus coming to Lacombe Fall 2016

We are your community college on the Northshore

With convenient locations across the Northshore, NTCC offers accessible, affordable education with more than 25 programs leading to two-year degrees, professional certificates or transitions to a fouryear university. NTCC is proud to announce its expansion and opening of a new STEM Campus which will serve as NTCC’s main campus coming to Lacombe. Construction is underway and we anticipate opening Fall 2016 as part of the

T Tamanend development off of H Hwy 434. NTCC is excited to offer an A Associate Degree Program in IIndustrial Maintenance Techn nology that has carefully crafte ed degree track pathways that p prepare students for employm ment in the maritime industry. S Students can choose from Vesssel Operations or Automated S Systems. This unique program o offers a degree path embedded with the necessary certifications to begin working in the maritime industry. NTCC developed the program with guidance from over a dozen maritime industry leaders and economic development boards. STEM pathways have been constructed which allow students to start with us as an affordable, accessible means to begin programs of study tied to STEM employment and careers. Pathways in the Biological Sciences are designed for Biomedical and Coastal Restoration. Pathways in Engineering lead to both UNO for Engineering and Southeastern Louisiana Univer-

sity for Engineering Technology. NTCC also proudly offers the Connect To Success open admission program designed for students who want to enroll in Southeastern Louisiana University but do not yet meet its admission requirements. Our programs are designed for high school graduates, nongraduates, those seeking a career change or re-entry into the workforce. All are welcome and eligible to apply for admission. Orientations are scheduled prior to each semester. When students fill out applications, they will receive information regarding orientations and registration. Multiple orientation dates are available for students to select from each semester. Tours are available upon request. A calendar identifying financial-aid information including forms, FAQs, policies and contact information for NTCC’s Financial Aid Officers can be found at www.northshorecollege.edu, by clicking on the Financial Aid section.

Application checklist  Apply at northshorecollege. edu and pay $5 application fee either online or in-person at the Hammond NTCC campus location.  Complete ACT (NTCC ACT code: 5028) or Compass within the last three years. (ACT scores are used to determine course placement, not as an entrance exam.)  Provide immunization records or sign the immunization waiver.  Provide official high school transcripts, diploma or GED.  Submit official transcripts from any previously attended, postsecondary institutions.  Register with Selective Service Card (male students only) at sss.gov.

SUCCESS IS .....close to home

NTCC is proud to announce its expansion and opening of a new STEM Campus which will serve as NTCC’s main campus coming to Lacombe.

New Campus = New Opportunities

Get Prepared for employment in the Maritime Industry

Start building your future TODAY! For more information: NORTHSHORECOLLEGE.EDU

email: connect@northshorecollege.edu

call: 985-549-5145

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Our Lady of the Lake College Devoted to excel-

Location 7525 Picardy Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Mailing address Office of Admissions 5414 Brittany Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70808 www.ololcollege.edu Phone: 225-768-1700 Fax: 225-768-1726

le ence in teaching and le earning, Our Lady of th he Lake College is a student-centered ac cademic community, guided by its institutional mission. Accredited to offer doctorate, m master’s, bachelor’s an nd associate degrees, th he College has an enro ollment of over 1,800 sttudents and offers degr grees in programs such as nursing, health sciences, humanities, behavioral sciences, and arts and sciences. OLOL College’s average class size is 20 students. Financial Aid is received by 85 percent of students, and we’re one of the most affordable private, Catholic institutions in the nation. We award scholarships to eligible graduating seniors and transfer students.

more info, please contact the office of admissions Orientation Orientation is required for all new students and is held several times throughout the summer. Admitted students are contacted when registration for Orientation is opened and prompted to register a date from those offered. Students are responsible for a number of fees based on the Admissions requirements amount of credit hours a stu• Deadline: July 1, 2016 dent is taking. Some fees are for fall admission per semester. • Online application: Students are responsible for www.ololcollege.edu purchasing their books, sup• Application fee: $35.00 • Application require- plies and scrubs for clinical ments: High school classes. transcript or high school equivalency certificate and official ACT or SAT test scores. Transcripts from any college, community college or university attended are also required, if applicable. For OLOL College, located in Louisiana’s capital city of Baton Rouge, is a four-year independent, private, Catholic institution. The College is a wholly owned subsidiary of Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and is sponsored by the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady, North American Province.

Financial Aid See our website for information on scholarships and financial aid that OLOL College offers. For more general information, please visit fafsa. ed.gov. Open house November 7, 2015 February 27, 2016 Scholarship deadline January 15, 2016 Financial-aid deadline March 2, 2016 for fall and summer enrollment

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Nicholls State University

906 E. First Street Thibodaux, LA 70310 877-NICHOLLS 985-448-4507 nicholls@nicholls.edu www.nicholls.edu

One Pride, Colonel Pride At Nicholls State University, we take pride in offering high-quality academic programs that will inspire your learning and prepare you for a fulfilling, successful career. Our spirited, family friendly campus is full of leadership opportunities and meaningful out-of-the-classroom

eexperiences designed to help you make tthe best of your four years of college. Here are just a few reasons for our Colonel Pride: C • Louisiana’s Middle School Teacher of the Year and School Counselor of the Year are both Nicholls graduates. • More than 90 percent of Nicholls nursing majors have jobs upon graduation. • Nicholls biology senior Anthony Naquin was one of 60 students nationally selected to present his research at Posters on the Hill in Washington, D.C. • Chef John Folse Culinary Institute graduate Michael Gulotta’s restaurant, MoPho, has received accolades in Bon Appetit, Food and Wine and The New York Times. • Nicholls nursing students consistently pass the nursing certification exam at higher rates than the state and national average. • In three of the past four years, Nicholls business students have

competed in the finals of the Chartered Financial Analyst Research Challenge and beat teams such as LSU, Tulane, Texas A&M and the University of Texas-Austin.

One-of-a-kind Degree Programs Nicholls is proud to offer Louisiana’s only four-year degrees in: • Culinary Arts (Now housed in a state-of-the-art, restaurant-quality building) • Geomatics (Surveying, GPS, Drone Technology) • Petroleum Engineering Technology and Safety Management • Maritime Management

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happy to walk you through all funding opportunities, including grants, student loans, student employment and scholarships. Call 985-448-4048 to speak with one of our financial aid counselors.

One Unforgettable College Experience With 111 student-run organizations, 14 NCAA Division 1 athletic teams and 11 fraternities and sororities, Nicholls offers plenty of options for you to get involved, meet new people, serve the community and develop leadership skills. Nicholls is also home to one of Louisiana’s largest University Honors programs, which offers smaller classes, a designated study lounge, early class scheduling and the opportunity to study abroad in Costa Rica or England – for practically FREE.

One Way to Show Your Nicholls is committed to making a college degree affordable for you and your Colonel Pride family. All students with a 3.0 GPA and Schedule a tour of the Nicholls camat least a 24 ACT will be automatically pus to experience Colonel Pride for yourconsidered for scholarships as long as self. Visit nicholls.edu/tour to sign up for they apply before Jan. 5. We would be one today.

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