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EDUCATION INDEX

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Bellarmine University ..........................CG12 Butler Tech ........................................... CG9 Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.................CG14 Eastern Kentucky University ............... CG20 Galen College of Nursing .....................CG10 Gateway Community & Technical College ........................ CG2 Marian University ................................CG15 Otterbein University ............................CG16 Sinclair Community College .................CG17 Spalding University................................CG7 Thomas More College ..........................CG10 UC Blue Ash College ............................. CG3 Union Institute & University.................CG18 Warren County Career Center ..............CG11 Xavier University .................................CG19

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HOW TO GET THE BEST RETURN ON YOUR INVESTMENT Expert advice on maximizing the value of a bachelor’s degree in nearly any field.

BY JENNIFER HOGAN REDMOND

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Let’s get this out of the way now: A foolproof undergraduate degree guaranteed to make college worth the cost does not exist.

Too many additional factors—including work ethic, interest, circumstance, and ability—come into play. “Kids today are so overwhelmed and looking for the one right answer. And there isn’t one,” says Julie Bauke, career coach and president of The Bauke Group.

Why the stress? According to the Institute for College Access & Success, 68 percent of graduating seniors in 2015 had an average student loan debt of $30,100 per borrower. Thus, parents tend to nudge students toward fields proven to be fruitful (a.k.a. those most likely to pay the bills). “It’s the No. 1 thing I hear from parents,” says Mandy Fontaine, college and school counselor at St. Ursula Academy.

Noting the current push toward STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields, Robin Lightner, interim dean of academic affairs at UC Blue Ash College urges caution, emphasizing that liberal arts, business, and other fields are “a much better fit for some people.” Not every student is destined to be a petroleum engineer or wants to pursue a STEM field. “It doesn’t matter if they can get a job, if they don’t stay in it,” emphasizes Tanlee Wasson, assistant vice president of institutional effectiveness at Eastern Kentucky University.

While gainful employment is certainly everyone’s goal, choosing a career path for your child will make all of your lives miserable. And will likely cost more in the end. The great news, however, is that many degrees students pursue—with appropriate guidance and practical planning—can result in financial independence. Really.

Here’s what experts have to say about making degrees marketable.

2017 Outlook According to employer survey results published by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), students graduating with bachelor’s degrees in 10 focus areas will be most in demand in 2017. At the top of this list is finance, followed by accounting, business administration and management, computer science, mechanical engineering, management information systems, information sciences and systems, logistics/ supply chain, electrical engineering, and economics.

Roughly half of employers seek graduates with these academic credentials. Still, the other half seek students with a variety of backgrounds, says Julia Hawkins, director of career services at Morehead State. Students in all fields are wise to maximize soft skills, also known as essential or professional skills, she says. Whether you’re a history or an IT major, strive for a high GPA, get experience outside the classroom, and “be able to communicate this experience both in writing and then in person in an interview,” she urges. Rita Stall, assistant director of career development at Xavier University, adds that because the average person makes 5–10 different career transitions in their lifetime, it’s essential to have “critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are transferable to many different industries.”

The Broader Picture Looking at a wide swath of careers, NACE reports the following expected salaries by discipline (bachelor’s degree level). College representatives and other experts have plenty to add about how students can maximize their marketability of these degrees.

ENGINEERING: $66,097 Chemical engineers top the starting salary chart, followed by computer, biomedical, materials engineering/ science, electrical, software, systems, mechanical, aerospace/aeronautical, and industrial/manufacturing.

Bauke notes that salaries for top talent can exceed $100,000. “[However,] in some technical jobs, there is limited salary movement beyond entry level. Use your resources to determine what the projections are for the career you are considering,” she adds. According to Payscale.com, a mid-career mechanical engineer earns an average salary of $76,646.

Be marketable: Co-operative education and internship experience helps. Those with demonstrated interpersonal communication skills have a distinct advantage in a corporate setting.

Mechanical Engineer Track: A typical mechanical engineering student in UC’s five-year program begins with chemistry, calculus, physics, English, and several basic engineering classes. Then more calculus, physics, A U G U S T 2 0 1 7 C I N C I N N AT I M A G A Z I N E . C O M C G 5

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COLLEGE GUIDE | 2017 ing, and marketing are the largest business degrees pursued at Xavier. Ninety-seven percent of all XU grads are employed, continuing their education at a graduate level, or engaged in full-time service opportunities within six months of graduation.

Accounting Track: An accounting degree at Xavier requires the completion of liberal arts classes and a variety of business administration, quantitative reasoning, business technology, economics, information systems, marketing, management, and business law classes.

thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, design seminars, and many major-specific courses, interspersed with on-the-job training semesters. Technical writing is required.

COMPUTER SCIENCE $65,540 The highest median pay goes to computer and information research scientists, then software developers, network architects, information security analysts, computer systems analysts, database administrators, programmers, network and computer systems administrators, web developers, and computer support specialists, according to the BLS. Be Marketable: At Xavier University, even highly technical fields require broad liberal arts study. Theology, philosophy, English, and foreign language classes enhance critical thinking and problem-solving, preparing students “for a whole host of real world issues,” Stall says.

General Computer Science Track: Computer science students take a variety of advanced math classes, as well as computer software engineering, data structures and algorithms, computer languages, databases, networking, programming, and operating systems classes.

MATH AND SCIENCES $59,368 Physics leads this list, followed by mathematics and statistics, biology and biological sciences, environmental science, and C G 6 C I N C I N N AT I M A G A Z I N E . C O M A U G U S T 2 0 1 7

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Be Marketable: Math and science students in highly technical fields now more than ever need to communicate well both verbally and in writing. “Being able to work on a team, solve problems, be a lifetime learner, and adapt your knowledge to new settings” will make any student more marketable, says MSU’s Hawkins.

Space Science Track: Morehead State’s Department of Earth and Space Sciences is home to MSU’s Program of Distinction, the Bachelor of Science in Space Science, one of only four such programs in the U.S., Hawkins says. Humanities, social sciences, communications, and general writing classes are required in addition to calculus, physics, and electronics.

Advanced major courses include radio astronomy, digital signal processing, and materials science for space application.

BUSINESS $54,803 Management/information systems is the top earner, followed by actuarial science, economics, logistics/supply chain, finance, accounting, international business, business administration/management, marketing, human resources, sales, and hospitality management.

Be Marketable: Experiential learning outside of the classroom (internships, service learning, study abroad) boosts marketability, Stall notes. Finance, account-

AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES $54,364 Top earners are hard to pinpoint because the category ranges widely: arboriculturist, commodities trader, aquaculturist, sales agronomist, farmer, agricultural chemist, greenhouse managers, cartographers, ecologists, environmental sampling and analysis scientists, and bioengineers to name just a few.

Be marketable: EKU notes that in the next decade, “there will not be enough agriculture graduates to meet the expected growth in jobs.” EKU currently offers a bachelor’s degree in agriculture and horticulture and a master’s program in Agricultural Operations and Management.

Experiential learning plays a role in the third-year curriculum and offers employers evidence that students have real-world knowledge.

Agribusiness Management Track: A concentration in Agribusiness Management at EKU requires classes in animal science, math, biology, agricultural equipment and mechanics, chemistry, soils, renewable energy, global food systems, and agricultural financing, as well as business and communications (including writing) classes.

SOCIAL SCIENCES $53,459 Psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, education, and other fields related to society and relationships fall into this category.

Be marketable: “There is a myth that there are all of these psychology degrees working at Starbucks.... But, in fact, the major really does provide practical training for a large variety of jobs,” says Light-

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ner of UC Blue Ash. Students must be able to demonstrate solid writing, communication, and critical-thinking skills, and “be competent with data,” she adds.

Government Track: At Morehead State, the RAPP option (government major with regional analysis and public policy) emphasizes research and internship experience to solve real-world problems, ultimately preparing students for careers in public service. Writing and oral communication is highlighted the fi rst year. Additional classes include computer technology, political theory, American and comparative politics, and humanities and history options.

vy. UC Blue Ash has added an electronic media technology program with this in mind. MSU’s Hawkins notes that every student should be able to understand data and communicate properly using technology.

Journalism Track: At Ohio University’s E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, students can choose either a news and information track or a strategic communications track. Both require general classes (language, science, economics/ business, etc.) and university-specific classes, as well as writing-heavy classes focusing on a variety of subjects (business, sports, opinion).

COMMUNICATIONS $51,925 Communications is a broad field.

Graduates may pursue careers in media, journalism, public relations, marketing, and other areas.

Be marketable: Take advantage of hands-on opportunities and be tech sav-

HUMANITIES $48,733 Liberal arts/general studies top the pay list, followed by English language and literature, visual and performing arts, history, foreign language, literature, and philosophy. Often, communications is included here.

Be marketable: This melting pot of majors requires strategic planning for maximum marketability. EKU’s Wasson notes that partnering degrees is a promising trend. Pairing a creative field with a business field is one option. For example, students may partner a business entrepreneurship degree with an arts degree for maximum marketability.

History Track: A solid background in communications, English, and basic math is essential. Then, choose from a variety of historical focus classes and customize your major with your career goals in mind. “Our advisors are trained to work with students to identify minors or certificates that supplement degrees in order to target student interests and possible career paths,” Wasson notes. “For example, a business student interested in working in the medical industry might be advised to complete both a business degree and a certificate in one of the health fields.”

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DOES YOUR CHOICE MEASURE UP? Check out the numbers surrounding popular degree choices and careers. BY JENNIFER HOGAN REDMOND STEM CAREERS ARE A HOT COMMOD ity, yet many students pursue other fields because they have a passion or a talent in a particular area. CollegeFactual.com keeps track of the most popular college majors and pay rates. (We used December 2016 data.) Glassdoor.com rates career satisfaction in selected areas. We culled this information together with projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook and input from colleges and universities to provide a rough idea of what to expect in terms of earnings and overall job satisfaction from these fields.

Here’s what we know about today’s most popular degrees.

Business Administration Average starting salary: $41,245 Average mid-career salary: $70,694 Everything from fi nance to marketing can fall under this umbrella. Job satisfaction varies by position and, often, geography.

The satisfaction level of a business operations manager career is reported as 3.8/5.

Nursing Average starting salary range: $53,000–$68,450 Average mid-career salary: $70,116 Nurses are projected to be in high demand, according to the BLS, and employment for registered nurses, in particular, is projected to grow much faster than all other occupations. The field is a leading major choice at most schools we contacted. At Spalding University in Louisville, where the focus is on service and helping professions, Rick Barney, chief marketing and public relations officer notes that demand for Spalding nursing graduates is extremely high in area hospitals. Glassdoor places job satisfaction ratings for nurse practitioners at 3.5/5 and nurse managers 3.6/5. Other popular majors in health sciences include dietitian and nutritionist at C G 8 C I N C I N N AT I M A G A Z I N E . C O M A U G U S T 2 0 1 7

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$58,920, exercise physiologist at $47,340, and athletic trainer at $45,630. At St. Ursula Academy, the interest in medical and health professions among graduating seniors has doubled as evidenced by the school’s career roundtables.

Liberal Arts General studies program graduates’ average starting salary: $36,461 Average mid-career salary: $61,345 Job satisfaction rates vary widely depending upon the career field. Most universities keep alumni data, so check with yours for statistics. The general liberal arts degree is the largest at Morehead State and is very popular at Xavier University as well, particularly with adult and parttime students.

General Psychology Average starting salary with a general psychology degree: $34,728 Average mid-career salary: Slightly more

Criminal Justice and Corrections Average starting salary: $35,293 Average mid-career salary: Just below $60,000 Criminal Justice is a leading major at UC Blue Ash, says Robin Lightner, interim dean of academic affairs. Some students will earn an associate’s degree and attend training to go into the police force or work in security or corrections. Others will complete a bachelor’s degree at UC’s main campus. At EKU, Homeland Security graduates work in everything from safety management to positions in the FBI, Secret Service, DEA, Federal Air Marshal Service, military, or border patrol. BLS projects employment outlook for police and detective work to be slower than average, though up to 90 percent of EKU students not seeking post-graduate degrees will fi nd employment in their field, according to EKU’s Advising Guide.

Job satisfaction levels vary by state and specialization.

than $60,000 Psychology is a big draw at UC Blue Ash, where students complete basic requirements and proceed to UC’s main campus for bachelor’s degree completion.

Human resources, school counseling, or rehabilitation services are a few career tracks available with a bachelor’s degree in psychology, though some positions in this field require additional academic credentials.

Biology General biology graduates’ average starting salary: $37,500 Average mid-career salary: $58,696 Half of students majoring in biology at Xavier University will proceed to medical school or graduate school, notes XU’s Rita Stall. Others will go on to work for government or private industry. According to Sciencemag.org, scientists (of all disciplines) like what they do, rating job satisfaction at 3.7/5 points.

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THE HAPPINESS FACTOR A look at career satisfaction.

WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY? NOW there’s a loaded question. Money? Helping people? Personal recognition? Structure? Something else?

“It depends on how you’re wired,” says Julie Bauke, career coach and president of The Bauke Group. “You can ask, ‘what is the best job?’ But what you’re really asking is ‘what is the best job for you?’” Values, interests, personality, and skill all play a part in finding the right fit,

and fit is “the difference between life and career happiness and misery,” says Linda Tefend, executive coach with Promark Company. Discern your most fulfilling career with the following advice from our experts.

Pay attention to what makes you happy, Bauke advises. “When you’re working on a big project and you have multiple moving pieces, does that make you happy or does that make you crazy?”

Define what you dislike, particularly when choosing a college major, emphasizes Mandy Fontaine, college and school counselor at St. Ursula Academy.

If making a difference in the world (a common yearning of millennials, in particular) is important, define this further, Bauke says. “A difference how and a difference to whom?” Do you want to help people directly? If so, perhaps a health profession or social work is your calling.

At Spalding University, where helping professions take center stage, “students

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already have that thinking,” says Rick Barney, chief marketing and public relations officer. Identify whom you want to please.

Parents and students: Make a plan together, especially if a passion for a lower-paying field and loan-debt concern causes friction. Consider everything from the cost of school to where you’d ultimately like to live. Concessions may be necessary. Students, “If your plan is to live in your parents’ basement, then that better be OK with your parents,” says Bauke. Parents, “salary doesn’t matter if you hate your job,” she adds.

Request an informational interview with someone working in a career you may want to pursue. Find out what the daily job is all about, recommends Tefend.

Consider your emotional intelligence or EQ. Career and personality assessments (such as Myers-Briggs) can play a part in career planning, Tefend notes. —J.H.R.

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BELLARMINE UNIVERSITY 2001 Newburg Rd. • Louisville, KY 40205 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (502) 272-7100, bellarmine.edu/admissions/undergraduate Graduate Enrollment Information: (502) 272-7200, bellarmine.edu/admissions/graduate Explore the world. Start within. At Bellarmine University, educational success is made attainable with the help of dedicated faculty and advisors. Students are able to sign up for the courses they need to complete their majors, guaranteeing graduation within four years. Bellarmine is a consistent presence on lists of top colleges, with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and faculty scholars who are passionate about teaching. Bellarmine offers one of the nation’s most extensive international study programs, with more than 150 partnership sites on six continents. This world-class learning is centered on a 175-acre campus just five miles from downtown Louisville, home of top corporations, small businesses, and innovative

nonprofits. Bellarmine graduates earn higher average salaries than their peers from any other Kentucky university, and a Career Development Center connects students and graduates with internships and employment in Louisville and beyond. The on-campus living experience offers traditional residence halls, plus apartment-style and suite accommodations. Knights Nation cheers on 21 NCAA Division II athletic teams plus Division I lacrosse. Rowdy students give Knights Hall one of the most lively home court advantages in college basketball. Bellarmine strives to make tuition affordable to qualified applicants, and 100 percent of the freshman population receives institutional scholarships and grants.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1950 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 3,971 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 12:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 64 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 17 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 5 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Accounting, Business, Communication, Education, Environmental Science, Finance, Liberal Arts, Nursing and Health Professions, Physics, Psychology // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 102 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $40,350 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $40,350 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% (undergrad) // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Top 381 best colleges (Princeton Review); No. 12 among Southern Colleges & Universities (U.S. News & World Report); America’s Top Colleges (Forbes)

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At Bellarmine, educational success is made attainable with the help of dedicated faculty and advisors. All students are able to sign up for the courses they need to complete their majors, guaranteeing graduation within four years. For more information or to schedule a campus tour, visit bellarmine.edu/explore.

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CINCINNATI STATE TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE 3520 Central Pkwy. • Cincinnati, OH 45223 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (513) 861-7700, cincinnatistate.edu/admission Cincinnati State is the regional leader in career education and one of its best higher education values. It provides relevant education geared to local employment needs, with one of the most comprehensive co-op programs in the country. For bachelor-bound students, Cincinnati State is a smart start with tuition less than half the cost of traditional universities and credits that transfer seamlessly to other colleges and universities. Cincinnati State offers associate degrees and certificates in nursing and healthcare, engineering technologies, culinary arts, business and information technologies, environmental technologies, humanities and sciences, and a wide range of specialized areas. Its Workforce Development Center provides customized training for corporate, governmental, and nonprofit clients as well as job-oriented courses for the public. Cincinnati State information sessions are held at the Clifton campus every Tuesday at 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1969 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 10,000 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 16:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: More than 130 Associate Degrees and Certificates // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Health and Public Safety (including nursing, fire and emergency services, health and health information technologies); Engineering Technologies (including civil, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, welding, laser, and constructionrelated majors); Midwest Culinary Institute; Business Technologies; Humanities & Sciences (transfer programs that apply toward baccalaureate degrees); Environmental Technologies (water quality programs, horticulture, renewable energy, sustainable design); Graphic Design; Audio/Video Production; Transportation Technologies // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 3 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $148.64/credit hour // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $297.28/ credit hour //PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 77% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Endorsed by the Cincinnati Enquirer editorial board for the new Transfer Center and for helping Cincinnati Preschool Promise fill its future need for qualified teachers and assistants; new brewing degree, co-designed with industry leaders and covered by U.S. News & World Report and other media // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Middletown; Harrison and Evendale (Workforce Development Center); West Chester (Supply Chain Career Development Center); Great Oaks Campuses (LPN classes)

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MARIAN UNIVERSITY 3200 Cold Spring Rd. • Indianapolis, IN 46222 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (317) 955-6300 or (800) 772-7264, marian.edu Graduate Enrollment Information: (317) 955-6128, marian.edu/graduate Ask yourself: What are you made of? Then come to Marian University and find out.

We will challenge you. You will work hard. But you won’t be alone—our nationally and internationally recognized faculty will teach, mentor, and advise you every step of the way.

At Marian University, you will become a critical thinker, creative problem-solver, and clear communicator. Our high-impact, hands-on curriculum includes an Honors Academy, study-abroad opportunities, student internships, service-learning programs, campus living-learning communities, and research and field experience.

We’re proud to be the only Catholic university in Indianapolis. With a campus culture that reflects our Franciscan heritage and values, you will build the character to embrace people of all faiths, creeds, and beliefs. You’ll develop leadership skills to succeed in your chosen career and provide transformational service to the world.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1937 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: More than 3,000 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 41 // POST-BACCALAUREATE DEGREES OFFERED: 12 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Healthcare, and Ministry // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 2 hours // IN-STATE TUITION: $33,000 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $33,000 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 99% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Ranked No. 15 among Midwestern regional universities as a “Best Value School” by U.S. News & World Report in 2017; Named the 24th best college in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report in 2016; Ranked No. 45 in the Midwest and No. 8 in Indiana for “Best Bang for Your Buck” by Washington Monthly.

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OTTERBEIN UNIVERSITY 1 S. Grove St., Westerville, OH 43081 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (614) 823-1500, uotterb@otterbein.edu, otterbein.edu/futurestudents Graduate Enrollment Information: (614) 823-3210, grad@otterbein.edu, otterbein.edu/graduate Otterbein University offers the smartest way to learn, according to industry experts. Otterbein is nationally recognized for its intentional blending of liberal arts and professional studies and commitment to integrating hands-on experiences into all learning. The Point, Otterbein’s new STEAM Innovation Center, brings students in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and arts programs together with professionals from leading private and public sector organizations for unique experiential learning opportunities, leading to internships and job placements. Recently added majors include studio art, engineering physics, mechanical engineering, and environmental health and safety engineering.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1847 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,900 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 11:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 70+ // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 7 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Nursing, Theatre, Equine Science, Education, Engineering, Zoo & Conservation Science, Service Learning // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 122 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $31,424 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $31,424 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 99% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Ranked No. 11 in the Regional Universities–Midwest U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 Guide to America’s Best Colleges; Recipient of the Community Engagement Classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching; Honored annually “With Distinction” by the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll since the list’s inception in 2006. // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Pre-medicine Early Assurance Program with Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine; Partnership with Marysville Early College High School for high school students; Articulation agreements with Central Ohio Technical College, Clark State Community College, Columbus State Community College, Marion Technical College, Southern State Community College, and Zane State Community College

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Now offering 70+ majors including: • Business Analytics • Criminology and Justice Studies • Environmental Health and Safety Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Studio Art (BFA) • Systems Engineering • Zoo and Conservation Science NEW! The Point (STEAM Innovation) (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics)

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SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE 5386 Courseview Dr. • Mason, OH 45040 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (800) 315-3000, sinclair.edu/mason

Opened in 2007, the Sinclair College Campus in Mason continues Sinclair’s mission of providing accessible, affordable, flexible education to meet the needs of the community. Conveniently located, the campus is easily accessible from I-71, central to Warren County. Students come from throughout the Warren, Butler, Clinton, and northern Hamilton county areas. Sinclair’s Mason Campus has enrolled more than 9,000 students since 2007 and offers more than 50 degree and certificate programs, including university transfer, business, IT, computer information, and healthcare options. Partnerships with other schools provide access to advanced degrees.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1887 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 23,500+ college-wide; 1,200 at Mason // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 19:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 220 degrees and certificates system-wide; more than 50 at Mason // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTI SE: Healthcare, Business, Engineering Technologies, Information Technology, and programs designed for transfer to a four-year college or university // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 24 miles // I N-STATE TUI TI ON: $146.28/credit hour // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $282.40/credit hour // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 60% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 2013 U.S. Professor of the Year: Bob Chaney (CASE and Carnegie Mellon Foundation); 2013 Automotive School of the Year (Tomorrow’s Tech magazine); Largest regional provider of online education with more than 200 different courses and 27 online degree programs // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Locations in Dayton, Huber Heights, Englewood, Eaton, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, and online

SINCLAIR COLLEGE IN MASON Sinclair in Mason offers:

With over 125 years of stability and experience, Sinclair plays an important role in the workforce and economic development initiatives in southwest Ohio.

• Over 50 degree and certificate programs to complete close to home • Nationally recognized faculty • Fully Online and Hybrid programs

Students can complete associate degrees and certificates, or transfer credits to 4-year institutions.

• Credits that transfer easily to fouryear universities

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UNION INSTITUTE & UNIVERSITY 440 E. McMillan St. • Cincinnati, OH 45206 Enrollment Information: (800) 861-6400, myunion.edu Union Institute & University is a nonprofit, regionally accredited university specializing in providing quality undergraduate and graduate degrees nationwide.

Founded in 1964, Union’s academic programs are the result of more than five decades of identifying ways to structure and deliver education to meet the needs of adults. Striving to provide every student with a positive, rich environment for learning, Union understands the unique needs of adult students and the balance between school and life. With online and low-residency degree options, as well as a liberal transfer policy, Union Institute & University makes earning your degree accessible and affordable.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1964 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,122 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 8:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 2 programs with 12 majors // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 4 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 program with 4 majors, 1 specialization // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Organizational Leadership, Criminal Justice Management, and Humanities // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 8 minutes // IN-STATE TUITION: $530/ undergrad credit hour; $545–$810/ graduate credit hour; $1,154/ doctoral credit hour // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: Same // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 2017 Military Friendly school designation by Victory Media; One of eight National Fraternal Order of Police University Partners; Four academic programs ranked among the Top 100 Minority Degree Producers // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Union has a total of five academic centers located in Ohio, California, Florida, and Vermont.

Advance your career with a graduate degree that’s right for YOU Each of our academic programs within the graduate college are designed to fit your lifestyle no matter where you call home. Union’s flexibility gives you the opportunity to make the greatest meaningful change in your life: your education.

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▪ 100% Online Master of Science » Organizational Leadership

» Healthcare Leadership—NEW! ▪ Hybrid Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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XAVIER UNIVERSITY 3800 Victory Parkway • Cincinnati, OH 45207 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (513) 745-3301, xavier.edu/undergraduate-admission Graduate Enrollment Information: (513) 745-3360, xavier.edu/graduate-admission ALL FOR ONE. ONE FOR ALL. Xavier University was founded in Cincinnati nearly two centuries ago. As a community of educators firmly grounded in Jesuit tradition and values, we prepare students for an increasingly complex future by always striving to be better.

How do we do it? By believing in the power of Magis—that more is always possible. Our focus on developing intelligent minds and compassionate spirits inspires us to do more in the tradition of learning, serving, and achieving. We care about success, and about each other. We give students the tools to live a life that truly matters. Learn more at xavier.edu.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1831 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 6,522 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 11:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 90 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 40 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 3 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTI SE: Business, Education, Health, Liberal Arts // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI : 5 miles, 7 minutes // IN-STATE TUI TI ON: $37,000 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $37,000 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FI NANCIAL AID: 99% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Among top 10 Midwest colleges and universities for 22 consecutive years (U.S. News & World Report); One of the best values in private college education (Kiplinger’s Personal Finance); One of the Best Colleges for 13 consecutive years (Princeton Review) // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: MBA campus in West Chester; Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, downtown location; M.Ed. offsite and other online program options available

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EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

Make the SMART Choice EKU’s SMART program offers eligible out-of-state students the opportunity to attend Eastern Kentucky University for less money than attending many schools in your home state.

• ACADEMIC CHOICE More than 100 programs, many nationally-recognized • AFFORDABLE TUITION Ohio students may qualify for in-state tuition (SMART) rates • CENTRAL LOCATION Only ninety minutes away from Cincinnati • MODERN FACILITIES New learning facilities and residence halls opening in 2017

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Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and Educational Institution.