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COLLEGE GUIDE | 2022

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How do you choose the college that’s right for you?

With such a wide range of college options out there, selecting the right school for you can be a stressful process. Before beginning your search, it’s wise to determine your priorities to better understand what you’re looking for. Do your research!

Look for colleges with programs geared toward your academic interests, and sort them into three categories: “reach” schools, “safety” schools, and “match” schools. It’s OK to dream big—but make sure you have a backup plan.

Looking for more affordable options?

Start by setting a budget. If you’re not tied to a specific location, looking into

colleges in small cities might be helpful, since colleges located in big cities will likely be more expensive. Every student, regardless of need, should look at scholarships and financial aid options. Colleges typically offer scholarships based on academic performance, financial need, community service, athletics, and even extracurriculars, so apply to as many as possible to maximize your opportunities. Your guidance counselor can help, or you can use one of the many scholarship search engines, like Scholarships.com.

Outside of academics, ask yourself

what resources you’re looking for in a college. When facing academic or personal stress at school, it’s important to have trustworthy supports to rely on. What are the class sizes like? Larger public universities might have more student resources, while students at smaller schools may benefit from smaller classes and more personalized instruction. Values might be another aspect to consider. What’s the community like? Is religion an important consideration? Remember, you’re going to call this school home for the next four years. Feeling valued, safe, and supported is a must. —Andrea

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FOUR-YEAR PLAN

STAYING ON TRACK WITH SO MANY DATES AND DEADLINES CAN BE A STRUGGLE. HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO KEEP IN MIND AS YOU GO THROUGH EACH YEAR OF HIGH SCHOOL.

Freshman Year

Although ninth grade seems so far away from college, this is technically when college prep begins. While there are no tests or deadlines to consider for this period, looking at clubs and extracurriculars is important. It’s an opportunity to explore your interests, and if something is not for you, choosing to leave an organization will not be impactful at this point.

Sophomore Year

In 10th grade, selecting the clubs you want to focus on is key. At this point, student organizations begin to consider which students are potential candidates for leadership positions later on. During the second semester, you can also take the PSAT10 and practice ACT to get some practice for standardized tests ahead of time

Junior Year

During the first semester of 11th grade, you should begin making final preparations for standardized tests. Schedule at least one of each test (the SAT and ACT) before the end of this year. Eleventh grade is also the time to be thinking seriously about taking on leadership positions in student organizations.

Senior Year

College applications typically start during the first semester of 12th grade. Before applying, make sure you’re satisfied with your standardized test scores— this is the last chance to re-take the ACT and SAT. Are you going to be applying early action or early decision? Be sure to file on time. Most applications are due at the start of your second semester, with regular decisions going out in early spring.

CLOSING THE GAP

THE NATIONAL MOON SHOT FOR EQUITY PROJECT ADDRESSES DISPARITIES IN EDUCATION EQUITY. LOCAL SCHOOLS ARE GETTING ON BOARD. —CIERRA BRITTEN

Four Cincinnati- area schools have joined a national initiative called Moon Shot for Equity that aims to close equity gaps within regional cohorts of two- and four-year colleges and universities by 2030. Miami University, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Northern Kentucky University, and Gateway Community and Technical College have partnered to provide equity-minded education, ad-

vance student success, and serve as a regional model to other institutions worldwide.

Research shows barely half of all Black and Latinx students who attend college earn their undergraduate degree in six years compared to 70 percent of white students. Data also shows that first-generation students and those from low-income families graduate from college at significantly lower rates than those from more privileged backgrounds. Without a degree, students who drop out are far more likely to struggle to pay off student debt.

Leaders from the initiative’s partner schools hope to address these disparities and eliminate persistent equity gaps at colleges and universities by developing cohesive equity plans based on best practices, policies, and technology.

The national partnership, which groups colleges into regions, is led by the Education Advisory Board (EAB), a Washington, D.C.-based education firm. The four Cincinnati member schools will share resources and ideas, while EAB will provide research, technology, and advisory services. Each of the project’s regional clusters must commit to carrying out at least 15 research-based best practices and policies to boost equity while mutually benefitting the needs of students. These best practices can range from updating academic policies to providing equity training.

It’s all part of EAB’s national effort to increase the number of college graduates from historically underrepresented populations, including students of color. By providing programs tailored to each stu-

dent’s academic and financial needs, the organization helps ensure students are set up for success before they enter college, as well as after graduation. Ultimately, local member schools hope Moon Shoot will produce more college graduates with improved career outcomes, regardless of race or socioeconomic status.

Reach Higher. Go Farther.

Thrive!

At Central State, we educate and prepare students to be successful in their chosen we develop leaders who are committed to changing their communities

MOUNT ST. JOSEPH UNIVERSITY

5701 Delhi Rd. • Cincinnati, OH 45233

(513) 244-4200 • WWW.MSJ.EDU

For more than a century, Mount St. Joseph University has enabled students to climb higher than they ever thought possible. As a Catholic university rooted in the values of the Sisters of Charity, the Mount is dedicated to the success and well-being of each student, empowering them to become competent, compassionate, critical thinkers who make a meaningful impact on the world with the heart of a lion.

Each student is given the opportunity to reach their peak potential: our students receive personal attention from some of the world’s leading scholars, who know their students by name; the MSJ Career & Experiential Education Center prepares

students for success with real-world and leadership experience; and students gain vital problem-solving skills through the Mount’s liberal arts core curriculum. A rock-solid experience is available on our safe, ideal campus—just 15 minutes west of downtown Cincinnati. Our new Centennial Field House was designed for all students, featuring the latest exercise equipment, indoor practice areas, and the only indoor NCAA regulation-size track in the region. Students can get involved through 20 NCAA DIII programs, Esports, band, choir, theatre, campus ministry, or a diverse range of student activities and organizations.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1920 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,007 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 11:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 32 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 8 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 3 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Doctoral: Nursing, Physical Therapy, Reading Science; Graduate: Business, Education, Nursing, Physician Assistant, Speech Language Pathology; Undergraduate: Computer Science, Early Childhood & Special Education, Graphic Design, Health & Exercise Science, Nursing, Social Work, and Sport Management. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 8 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $33,750 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $33,750 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 94% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 99% 2021 Career Outcomes Rate. • 2021 Social Work graduates had a 100% passage rate on the Ohio Licensed Social Work Exam • A+ Rating from the National Council on Teacher Quality • In 2021 U.S. News & World Report ranked the Mount #79 in Regional Universities Midwest and #35 in Best Value Schools. // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATTELITE CAMPUSES: Mount St. Joseph University continues to foster partnerships with several Greater Cincinnati colleges, universities, businesses, and hospitals for bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY

1001 E. Wooster St. • Bowling Green, OH 43403

(419) 372-2478• WWW.BGSU.EDU

With pride in public education, Bowling Green State University is committed to providing an education of value and creating public good through high-impact research, innovative partnerships, and quality academic programs that meet workforce needs. BGSU ranks among the top universities in the nation that students say they would choose again, according to the Wall Street Journal. Students can engage in Life Design, an additional educational experience beyond the classroom that ensures students are life-ready, able to navigate challenges, pivot when needed and lead meaningful and productive lives. BGSU is the only university in the country building this initiative to be offered to all undergraduate students at this scale. Situated in one of America’s Best College Towns, students say BGSU “feels like home,” and with more than 350 student organizations, 17 themed-learning communities, and nearly 100 intramural and club sports, there are substantial opportunities for students to build community.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1910 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 18,325 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 18:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 230+ // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 110 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 27 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Nursing, Aviation, Education, Business, Psychology, Biology, Criminal Justice, Architecture, Computer Science, Construction Management, Digital Arts, Forensics, Applied Health Science, Social Work, Sport Management, Pre-Professional Programs // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 180 miles // IN-STATE

TUITION: $13,126 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $21,114 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 90% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

Ranked #1 in the Midwest for the third consecutive year as the public university students would choose again by the Wall Street Journal • No. 1 public university for boosting graduates’ earning after college • One of the safest college campuses in the U.S. // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/

SATTELITE CAMPUSES: BGSU Firelands in Huron, Ohio

BUTLER TECH

101 Jerry Couch Blvd. • Monroe, OH 45044

ADULT EDUCATION MAIN OFFICE: (513) 645-8200 • WWW.BUTLERTECH.ORG/ ADULT-EDUCATION

Butler Tech, one of Ohio’s largest career technical institutions, is moving at the speed of business to prepare students to meet the demands of the workforce.

More than 111,000+ unfilled jobs in Ohio align with Butler Tech adult education career training programs in healthc are, public safety, industrial technology, and commercial transportation. Each program is designed to prepare you for a successful career through hands-on instruction and industry recognized credentials. Butler Tech adult education offers an inclusive learning environment that will open doors for individuals who are eager to build a career and achieve their dreams, talents, and goals.

Transform your life in 11 months or less with Butler Tech—Training for Life!

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1975 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 750 yearly // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Adult Career Training Programs: training designed to prepare you for employment and to begin a successful career in: Healthcare Programs— Nursing, Clinical Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, Medical Billing & Coding, and STNA. Public Safety Programs—Firefighter, Paramedic/EMT, Police. Industrial Technology Programs—Industrial Maintenance Technology, Industrial Welding, and HVAC/R Technician. Commercial Drivers (CDL) program. Nationally recognized certifications. Program length ranges from two weeks to 11 months. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN

CINCINNATI: 34 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: Varies by program // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 75% // TOP AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: 91% Student Completion Rate • 89% Earned Industry Credential Rate • STAR Police Training Academy Designation

THE CHRIST COLLEGE OF NURSING & HEALTH SCIENCES

2139 Auburn Ave. • Cincinnati, OH 45219

(513) 585-2401 • WWW.THECHRISTCOLLEGE.EDU

The Christ College of Nursing & Health Sciences is a private, fully accredited, nonprofit college affiliated with The Christ Hospital Health Network for over 125 years. The College is dedicated to delivering the highest quality healthcare education with a strong foundation in arts and sciences. The hospital-based campus offers degrees in nursing and the health sciences with Career Pathways that allow students to work alongside their undergraduate studies with pay, tuition benefits, and career connections. All accepted students have a clinical seat reserved for them with personalized learning and individual support.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1902 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 850 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 12:1; clinical classes are 8:1 or 6:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 6 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Online RN-BSN Completion Program, Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration, Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Associate of Applied Science in Sonography - Cardiovascular track, Associate of Science in General Studies, Medical Assisting Clinical Certificate // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 3 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: First time college student, $16,405 annual tuition and fees; all undergraduates, $15,789 tuition and fees // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: N/A // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% in most recent year due to COVID CARES/HEERF funds // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 4th Best Accredited Online College in Ohio, 2021 BestColleges.com; 19th Best Online College and 25th Best Nursing Program in America 2021/2022, Niche; first in region and 12th in nation for highest post-graduate salaries 2018. // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: N/A

CINCINNATI STATE TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

3520 Central Parkway • Cincinnati, OH 45223

(513) 861-7700

• WWW.CINCINNATISTATE.EDU

Cincinnati State is the regional leader in career education and one of its best higher education values. Cincinnati State offers a wide variety of online, in-person, and hybrid education options that are geared to local employment needs and flexibility for students. Many programs lead directly to well-paid careers and include paid co-op experience with area employers. 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. Cincinnati State offers associate degrees, certificates, and selected bachelor’s degrees in healthcare, business, culinary, engineering and information technologies, and humanities and sciences. Cincinnati State information sessions are held at the Clifton campus every Tuesday at 9 a.m.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1969 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 8,500 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED:

More than 140 Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees, and Certificates // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Health; Business; Engineering Technologies; Information Technologies; Midwest Culinary Institute; and many other fields. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 3 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $178.64 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $357.28 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 75% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: One of the first community colleges in Ohio approved to offer bachelor’s degrees: Bachelor of Applied Science in Land Surveying; Bachelor of Applied Science in Culinary & Food Science; and coming for Fall 2023, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATTELITE CAMPUSES: Middletown, Harrison, and Evendale (Workforce Development Center)

GALEN COLLEGE OF NURSING

100 E Business Way, Suite 120 • Cincinnati, OH 45241

(513) 475-3636 • HTTPS://GALENCOLLEGE.EDU/

Founded over 30 years ago, Galen College of Nursing is one of the largest private nursing schools in the United States. Focused solely on nursing education, Galen dedicates 100% of resources to helping prepare confident, caring professionals for successful careers and advancement in nursing. With no prerequisites required, earlier hands-on education, a clinical emphasis, small class sizes, and personalized attention and support, Galen is there for you every step of the way. Plus, flexible and accredited pre- and post-licensure programs, including online options, offer multiple pathways to achieving your goals. Start your journey to one of the most fulfilling—and in demand—jobs you will ever love. For more information about Galen College of Nursing and to schedule an admissions appointment, visit galencollege.edu.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1989 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 9,000+ // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 2 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 1 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Nursing // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 21 miles // INSTATE TUITION: Varies by program // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: Varies by program // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: N/A //

TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 87% First Time NCLEX Pass Rates (2021 - Cincinnati Campus) • 30,000+ Students and Alumni • One of the largest nursing colleges in the U.S., with campuses throughout the country and online // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Campuses in Gainesville, Pembroke Pines, Sarasota, and St. Petersburg, FL; Hazard and Louisville, KY; Myrtle Beach, SC; Nashville, TN; Austin and San Antonio, TX; Richmond, VA

HANOVER COLLEGE

517 Ball Dr. • Hanover, IN 47243

(800) 213-2178

• WWW.HANOVER.EDU

Just 78 miles from downtown Cincinnati, Hanover College is a nationally recognized liberal arts institution with core strengths in natural and life sciences, education, and business. Founded in 1827, Hanover is Indiana’s oldest private, four-year college and sits on a beautiful 650-acre campus overlooking the Ohio River. Every Hanover student receives some form of financial aid. The “Price Promise” locks new-student tuition for four consecutive academic years. The “Pell Promise” provides a bridge between the Pell Grant amount and full-tuition cost for Pell-eligible students. The “Four-year Guarantee” assures students will graduate in four years (eight semesters) or tuition for a fifth year is waived. Hanover’s Levett Career Center offers support for all students, including internships, mentoring, interview preparation, and career counseling. More than 99 percent of the College’s graduates gain full-time employment or enroll in graduate/professional school within seven months of graduation.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1827 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,004 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 11:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 35 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 0 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Business, education, natural and life sciences // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 78 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $42,003 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $42,003 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: U.S. News & World Report, Princeton Review // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: None

INDIANA TECH

Northern Kentucky Campus, 809 Wright Summit Pkwy., Suite 310 • Ft. Wright, KY 41011

(859) 916-5884 • HTTPS://ONLINE.INDIANATECH.EDU

Indiana Tech educates students beyond its home base in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, with regional campuses throughout the Midwest, as well as online programs that meet the needs of students worldwide. The private, not-for-profit university offers careeroriented degree programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. levels, as well as professional certificate programs. Busy working adults find Indiana Tech an ideal fit, with class schedules that allow students to take one class at a time and still make rapid progress toward a degree. Classes start every six weeks, so students can begin their education at any time of year. The university is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). For more information or to enroll today, contact the Northern Kentucky admissions team at (859) 916-5884.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1930 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,500 undergraduates on main campus, 6,500 online undergraduate and graduate students // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 16:1 average class size // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 50 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 8 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: More than 100 degree and certificate programs align with in-demand careers, including project management, engineering, business, cybersecurity, accounting, information technology, computer science, health care administration, criminal justice, and more. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 4.5 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $399 per credit hour for undergrad/$525 per credit hour for graduate // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: same as in-state // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 90% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Rated among nation’s Best Online Bachelor’s in Business programs by U.S. News & World Report • Ranked as a Gold Level Military Friendly School for the past 11 years • Cyber Warriors collegiate cyber defense team has won 8 straight and 15 total Indiana state championships // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Indiana Tech’s main campus is in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, with regional locations throughout Indiana and Kentucky.

Indiana Tech will help you go further with 100-plus quality online degree and certificate programs. Our class schedules allow you to take one class at a time and make rapid progress toward program completion.

MIAMI UNIVERSITY REGIONALS

Hamilton • Middletown • West Chester • Online

Hamilton, OH 45011

(513) 785-3111 • HTTPS://MIAMIOH.EDU/REGIONALS

If you’re looking for the best place to earn a degree at a price you can afford and fits your schedule, look no further than Miami University Regionals. Regional students can earn bachelor’s degrees in-person or online for about $27,000 in one of more than 30 majors, including Applied Biology with pre-med and pre-vet tracks; English Studies; Information Technology with a focus in Cybersecurity, Networking, and Agile; and Psychological Science. The Work+ program allows students to earn a college degree debt-free while earning a salary working part-time. Our Integrative Studies degree helps students build a bachelor’s degree that fits their educational and personal goals. All this, plus the opportunity to take classes on our main campus in Oxford, makes Miami University Regionals your best choice.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: Hamilton 1968, Middletown 1966, Online 1999, West Chester 2009 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 3,900 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 18:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 27 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Commerce, Nursing, Criminal Justice, and Engineering Technology (electrical and computer, electro-mechanical, mechanical, and robotics) // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 30 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $3,386 per semester // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $8,838 per semester // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 71% // TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Miami Regionals’ E-Campus ranked in the top 20 nationally for best ROI by Online U in 2020 • First university in the country to offer ICAgile-accredited courses • State-of-the-art Nursing Innovation Hub and Robotics Lab // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Miami University Regionals has campuses located in Hamilton and Middletown, a learning center in West Chester, and a robust online learning program.

AT MIAMI UNIVERSITY REGIONALS

NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

1 Nunn Drive • Highland Heights, KY 41099

UNDERGRADUATE ENROLLMENT INFORMATION: (859) 572-5200 • www.nku.edu/ admissions/undergrad

GRADUATE ENROLLMENT INFORMATION: (859) 572-6364 • www.nku.edu/admissions/graduate

Fueled by an unstoppable spirit and a passion for knowledge, Northern Kentucky University students engage and impact their communities, the region, and our world. The university’s long-standing commitment to academic excellence offers abundant opportunities for experiential learning in the region’s best facilities, including the new Health Innovation Center. NKU connects students to their world-changing dreams through classroom experiences, faculty mentorship, and internships and co-ops with hundreds of community partners and more than 200 student organizations. We’re also home to 17 NCAA Division I athletic programs. We shape driven individuals and create opportunities for our students to succeed in this knowledge-based economy. We will continue to nurture inclusive and equitable communities where people want to live, work, and tackle complex challenges. You belong here.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1968 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 15,998 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 19:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 80+ // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 24 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 3 // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 7.4 miles // IN-STATE

TUITION: $425/credit hour // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $853/credit hour // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 95% // TOP AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: No. 1 for return on investment in KY (SmartAsset & 24/7 Wall St.) • Five-star rating for LGBTQ students (Campus Pride) • Only Greater Cincinnati institution to be ranked in Top 100 for “Best for Vets” rankings.

barriers, transforming lives and shining a light across our region and beyond.

Whether you’re an aspiring undergraduate or graduate student, or looking to further your professional development, you can discover a brighter future at Northern Kentucky University. Come to learn on a safe, vibrant campus just minutes from downtown Cincinnati or choose to take classes online.

we will create a brighter future.

Schedule a visit or apply today!

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SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE

5386 Courseview Dr. • Mason, OH 45040

UNDERGRADUATE ENROLLMENT INFORMATION: (513) 339- 1212

• WWW.SINCLAIR.EDU/MASON

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. Sinclair in Mason offers a full-service small-campus feel, with all the advantages and resources of a large public community college. More than 25 degree and certificate programs are offered in Mason, with over 30 fully online programs and almost 300 programs available system-wide. Students can earn jobready credentials, or earn credits that transfer easily to any four-year college or university.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1887 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 31,000 college-wide; 1,400 in Mason // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: Nearly 300 degrees and certificates system-wide; more than 25 at Mason // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Healthcare, Business, Engineering Technologies, Biotechnology, Information Technology, and programs designed for transfer to a four-year college or university. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 24 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $ 183.28/credit hour // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $ 339.40/credit hour //

PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 60% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Sinclair has awarded more degrees and certificates than any other Ohio Community College in the last five years. • More than 100 University Transfer agreements. • 2022 Outstanding Organization Community Service Award by the Warren County Foundation • Board member, League for Innovation in the Community College // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Locations in Dayton, Huber Heights, Englewood, Centerville, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, and online.

Ready to get on track to your future? You don’t have to go far! Sinclair College’s campus in Mason is conveniently located off I-71 for easy access.

Choose from over 30 degrees and certificates in high-demand fields that can be completed entirely at our Mason Campus –even more when you add in online options. Plus, your credits move easily to any Sinclair location, providing over 300 academic options.

Come explore our Mason campus today.

YOU BELONG HERE. SUCCEED AT SPALDING

We’re a pint-sized, powerhouse of learning with a welcoming spirit and creative culture. Located in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, we are proud to be a part of a vibrant community. We learn together, spark conversation and encourage innovation. At Spalding University, we balance quality academics with intimate class sizes. Experience one of Kentucky’s top schools.

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THOMAS MORE UNIVERSITY

333 Thomas More Parkway • Crestview Hills, KY 41017

(859) 341-5800 • WWW.THOMASMORE.EDU

Thomas More is a liberal arts University, inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, where students are exposed to the very best thought, literature, art, and music, with the support of a nurturing community of faculty and scholars. Students learn to harness the power of human reason to solve problems and, most importantly, they have the chance to become the person they were created to be—the chance to Make It More. Thomas More propels into its second century upholding the values of student success, academic innovation, and responsible stewardship. Founded in 1921 by the Benedictine Sisters as Villa Madonna College, the University serves students from across the country and around the world on its beautiful Crestview Hills, Kentucky, campus.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1921 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,800+ // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 40+ // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 3 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 0 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: We believe a liberal arts education is how students transform themselves and prepare to be successful in life as well as their career. Our academic programs reflect a range of learning opportunities. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 8 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $34,060 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $34,060 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: No. 1 for ROI in the state of Kentucky, MSN Money in 2021 • No. 2 in Kentucky for long term gain by 2022 Georgetown University study • National Champions NAIA Women’s Basketball (2022) and NCRA DII Men’s Rugby (2021)

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Just minutes from downtown Cincinnati. Ranked #1 for ROI among private universities in Kentucky (2021 MSN Money).

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy. • Dayton, OH, 45435 (937) 775-1000 • WWW.WRIGHT.EDU

Over the last 50-plus years, Wright State University has evolved from a small branch campus into today’s powerful economic engine, with more than 117,000 alumni around the world. Wright State offers you excellent, affordable education and a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio in its more than 300 academic programs at the Dayton Campus and the Lake Campus branch in Celina, Ohio. Wright State’s undergraduate tuition is among the lowest for Ohio four-year universities and its student housing is also among the most affordable. Enjoy campus life that includes music concerts, theater performances, outdoor recreation, NCAA Division I athletics, club sports, more than 100 student organizations, Greek life, and many opportunities for leadership and service.

Find your passion, find your people, find your future. Right Here. Right Now. Wright State.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1967 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 11,469 (Fall 2021) // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 14:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 160 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 71 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 8 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Interdisciplinary // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 68 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $10,814/year // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $20,232/year // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 68 // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: No. 3 Best Accredited Nursing Schools in Ohio (nursingprocess.org) • Best Online MBAs (Fortune) • Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (U.S. News & World Report) // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Wright State-Lake Campus, Celina, OH

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/graduateadmission

ALL FOR ONE. 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: 6,651 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 11:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 90+ // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 30+ // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 3 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Business, Education, Health, Liberal Arts // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 5 miles, 7 minutes // IN-STATE TUITION: $45,000 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $45,000 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 99% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Among top 10 Midwest colleges and universities for 27 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 18 consecutive years (Princeton Review) // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, downtown Cincinnati and Columbus locations; online program options available for MEd, MBA, MSN and more.