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Contents TABLE OF

University of Central Missouri - Lee’s Summit ���������� Page 3 Columbia College.....................................................Page 4

Cutting College Costs................................................ Page 5 John Knox Village....................................................Page 6 How to Make Applying for College Less Stressful ������ Page 7 School Directory.......................................Page 8, 10, 12, 14 Technology & Education...........................................Page 9 Making the Most of the Time Before Graduation ������ Page 11 Saving on College Housing......................................Page 13 Benson & Chloe Cosmetology School............... Page 15 & 16

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easons to Believe in a UCM education:

w A Culture of Service:

Connects students to something bigger than themselves through opportunities to give back via community engagement. w Engaged Learning: Get hands-on-learning experiences that are relevant to in-demand careers w Customized Training: State-of-the-art curriculum and cutting edge course delivery to meet your workforce and professional development needs w Career Services: Engagement for job fairs, recruiting, and online database profiles that match students with prospective business/industry employers and internship opportunities

UCM - Lee’s Summit, located at the Missouri Innovation Campus, offers programs designed to fit the needs of busy adults. By taking evening and weekend classes at our convenient facility, students can balance their education goals with work and family. Additionally through UCM Online, students have the opportunity to pursue a variety of programs on a flexible schedule.

If you are interested in workforce and professional education, UCM provides professionals with a pathway to career changes and advancements, offering everything from entry-level, industry-recognized credentials to continuing education units.

Choose UCM for: • Undergraduate Degree Completion • Graduate Degrees • Certificate Programs • Summer Camps and Workshops • Professional Development The Missouri Innovation Campus is also home to the MIC Program, a partnership between UCM, Lee’s Summit R-7 School District, and Metropolitan Community College. This program reduces time and cost to graduate, and provides Kansas City area businesses with skilled workers in growing technology fields.

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arning a college degree can lead to better job opportunities and higher earning potential.

And it doesn’t have to disrupt your work and life obligations.

If you’re a busy working adult and returning to school seems daunting, consider these tips.

w FIND TIME

Investing in your future may be one of the most important things you can do for yourself. It’s worth it to carve out the time.

That may be easier than you think when you choose a college with flexible options. At Columbia College-Kansas City, for instance, you can take classes in the evening. You can also take classes online and complete weekly assignments at your convenience. Or, seamlessly mix and match in-seat and online classes to best meet your needs.

And with eight-wee k classes starting six times a year, you can accelerate the path to your degree. Earn a bachelor’s in about three and a half years.

Have you already taken college classes?

Transfer previously earned credit to complete a degree even faster. We accept up to 90 hours in transfer credit.

w FIND SUPPORT

Enlist the support of friends and relatives as you prioritize your education.

At Columbia College-Kansas City, you’ll also find support all along the way. Local advisors will walk you through the process, from admission through graduation. Instructors are happy to help you navigate coursework.

Columbia College’s career center staff will provide lifelong career assistance.

You’ll also find a support network among like-minded peers in your classes.

These are other working adults in the Kansas City area who understand the work/school balance. Online, you’ll find

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classmates from across the country with whom you’ll engage through discussion boards and online chats. w SAVE MONEY When considering college, make sure you understand all of the costs. Most schools add fees to the tuition rate—technology fees, orientation fees and even fees to graduate. And textbooks can add thousands to your total costs.

At Columbia College-Kansas City, however, your tuition is one low cost. TruitionSM means you pay no fees, and books are provided at no additional cost. No fees.

No book costs. No surprises.

You also may be eligible to receive financial aid to cover the cost of tuition.

This includes grants that do not have to be repaid. Start with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.gov.

w SET GOALS

Consider where you’d like to be in five years. Are there advancement opportunities at your current workplace? Positions filled by older workers who may be nearing retirement age? Or, are you looking to change careers and take advantage of in-demand fields such as information technology? Consider these factors when selecting a major.

w APPLY

Nine out of 10 new jobs are going to candidates who have college degrees, according to a recent study from MarketWatch.

Get started today at a non-profit, accredited college that employers respect.

Apply for free at Apply.CCIS.edu. Once you submit an application, an admissions counselor will walk you through the next steps.

w BELIEVE IN YOURSELF

Earning a college degree can be a life-changing experience. With flexible options that fit your schedule, a support network and the help of financial aid, that degree is within reach.

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Cutting College Costs

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he cost of college tuition continues to increase, and college graduates are feeling the burn of that trend when the time comes to begin repaying their student loans.

According to an analysis from higher education expert Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of Cappex, an online resource for students seeking college scholarships, members of the class of 2016 will graduate with an average student loan debt of just over $37,000. That projection, which was based on federal student loan data and variables including tuition inflation, would be an all-time high. Things are not much better in Canada, where the 2015 Graduating Student Survey by the Canadian University Survey Consortium estimated the average member of the class of 2015 graduated with $27,000 in debt.

Though many prospective college students are beginning to question if college degrees are worth taking on the kind of debt many students must take on to continue their educations after high school, statistics still indicate that college graduates have far greater lifetime earning potential than men and women who enter the professional arena with only high school diplomas.

So what can prospective college students do to avoid graduating without tens of thousands of dollars in debt? The answer might not be so difficult.

• Apply to tuition-free schools. Many students and parents might be surprised to learn that there are several tuition-free schools. Admittance to these schools is competitive, but students considering equally competitive, high-tuition alternatives might make strong candidates for admission to tuition-free schools.

• Apply to fixed-tuition schools. If tuition-free

schools are not an option, students can save money by applying for admittance to fixed-tuition schools.

Such schools guarantee that the tuition students pay in their freshman year will not increase during the ensuing three years. (Note: Tuition may increase if a student needs a fifth year of schooling.) That can lead to considerable savings, as many schools’ tuitions increase dramatically in just four years.

• Begin at a two-year college. Two-year colleges typically charge considerably lower tuitions than four-year colleges and universities. Students who want to save money may benefit by enrolling in a two-year college out of high school and getting all of their prerequisite courses out of the way at a more budget-friendly cost. When considering this option, make sure credits at the two-year college fully transfer to the four-year school students hope to enroll in after earning their associate’s degrees.

• Remain in-state for undergraduate degrees.

In-state tuition at public universities remains a considerable bargain over out-of-state tuition or tuition at private universities. Students planning to do postgraduate work might benefit by enrolling in in-state public universities and saving their money to finance their postgraduate educations. Students who hope to attend a public university in a state that borders their home state may be eligible for a border waiver, which grants them in-state tuition even though they attended high school outside of the state.

Attending college has never been more expensive, but students and their parents can explore various options that can help reduce the cost of college tuition.

Truition ® prices are established exclusively for undergraduate and graduate students taking classes online or at one of our adult higher education venues across the nation.

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Nursing Pathways Provides Opportunities for Health Care Career Advancement

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ohn Knox Village’s innovative Nursing Pathways program provides direction to Village associates who want to advance their health care careers.

Nursing Pathways was established in 2015 to help the Village “grow its own” nursing staff. In addition to providing hands-on training to individuals to who want to be certified nursing assistants (CNA), the program offers pathways to becoming a certified medication technician, licensed practical nurse and registered nurse.

“We offer this program because we know that working full-time, attending school and balancing the other aspects of busy lives can be so difficult,” said Trisha Pepper, manager of recruitment and employment. “Our program

enables students to be employed full time and receive full financial support for all course costs, which helps with work-life balance and keeps students on track as they work to earn their certifications.”

To ensure individuals understand what the CNA role encompasses, they are first hired as Health Services Assistants (HSA), where they get an in-depth look at a CNA’s tasks and duties. Those who are successful in the HSA position receive priority consideration for the 11-week certification program. After successful completion of the course, the new CNAs transition into full-time employment.

For additional information about HSA, CNA and other nursing openings, please visit www.jkv.org/careers.

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pplying to colleges is exciting for many high school students. But that excitement is sometimes tempered by anxiety. The college application process can affect students’ lives for years to come, so it’s understandable why some teenagers might feel stressed as they apply to college.

The National Center for Educational Statistics says 69 percent of high school graduates in the United States enroll in college the fall after graduating from high school. Many students begin applying to college before entering their senior year of high school. Students can employ various strategies to make applying to college less stressful.

Create an inventory of student experiences and awards When completing their college applications, students submit a variety of materials. In addition to students’ track records in the classroom, schools will be interested in kids’ extracurricular activities, hobbies, volunteer work, and even things they do during their free time.

Parents and students can work together to develop a master list that includes information about what students have accomplished during high school. These may include involvement in certain clubs, participation in sports teams, advanced ranking in scouting programs, or even a list of books read. Having this document handy will make it that much simpler to fill out college applications.

Investigate the Common Application The Common Application began as a niche program for select private liberal arts colleges, but now has grown into an organization that services more

than 750 schools. The organization enables students to create an account and complete one basic form that will be accepted by all institutions who are members. The CA helps students streamline the college application process and reduce redundancy.

An alert system also helps applicants manage application deadlines.

Avoid applying everywhere Some students think that applying to dozens of schools will improve their chances of being admitted. However, applicants may be wasting their time applying to schools they have no intention of attending, and that only adds to the stress of meeting deadlines. Narrow down the possibilities to a handful of favorite schools and go from there.

Use the resources at your disposal Students who have access to guidance counselors, mentors, college centers, or even teachers who are willing to help with the application process should use these resources wisely. In addition, iPhone and Android apps can help streamline the college application process.

Consider scholarships concurrently Some schools automatically consider applicants for scholarships, grants and work-study programs.

But that’s not so with every school, so students may have to apply on their own or rely on third parties for scholarships. Fastweb is a leading online resource to find scholarships to pay for school.

Advance preparation can make the college application process a lot less stressful for students and their parents.

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School Directory Community College Crowder College 601 Laclede Ave., Neosho, MO, 64850 (417) 451-3223 www.crowder.edu Community College East Central College 1964 Prairie Dell Rd Union, MO, 63084 (636) 584-6500 www.eastcentral.edu Community College Jefferson College 1000 Viking Dr Hillsboro, MO 63050 (636) 797-3000 www.jeffco.edu Community College Metropolitan Community Colleges MCC- Blue River 20301 MO-78, Independence, MO 64057 MCC - Business & Technology 1775 N Universal Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120 MCC - Longview 500 SW Longview Rd, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081 MCC - Maple Woods 2601 NE Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO 64156 MCC - Penn Valley 3201 SW Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 604-1000 www.mcckc.edu Community College Mineral Area College 5270 Flat River Rd Park Hills, MO, 63601 (573) 431-4593 www.mineralarea.edu

Community College Moberly Area Community College 101 College Street Moberly, MO, 65270 (660) 263-4100 www.macc.edu Community College North Central Missouri College 1301 Main St, Trenton, 64683 (660) 359-3948 www.ncmissouri.edu Community College Ozarks Technical Community College 1001 E Chestnut Expy Springfield, MO 65802 (417) 447-7500 www.otc.edu Community College St. Charles Community College 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive Cottleville, MO, 63376 (636) 922-8000 www.stchas.edu Community College St. Louis Community College 300 S Broadway St. Louis, MO, 63102 (314) 539-5000 www.stlcc.edu Community College State Fair Community College 3201 W 16th St Sedalia, MO, 65301 (660) 530-5800 www.sfccmo.edu Community College Three Rivers College 2080 Three Rivers Blvd Poplar Bluff, MO, 63901 (573) 840-9605 www.trcc.edu

Private University A. T. Still University 800 W Jefferson St, Kirksville, MO, 63501 (866) 626-2878 www.atsu.edu

Private University Columbia College 1001 Rogers St 111 Missouri Hall Columbia, MO, 65201 (573) 875-8700 www.ccis.edu

Private University Avila University 11901 Wornall Rd Kansas City, MO, 64145 (816) 942-8400 www.avila.edu

Private University Columbia College - Kansas City 4240 Blue Ridge Blvd, Suite 400 Kansas City, MO, 64133 (816) 795-1515 www.ccis.edu/nationwide/kansascity.aspx

Private University Baker University 7509 NW Tiffany Springs Pkwy Kansas City, MO, 64153 (816) 880-6643 www.bakeru.edu Private University Benedictine College 1020 North 2nd Street Atchison, KS, 66002 (913) 367-5340 www.benedictine.edu Private University Central Methodist University 411 Central Methodist Square Fayette, MO, 65248 (660) 248-3391 www.centralmethodist.edu Private University City Vision University 3101 Troost Ave, Suite 200 Kansas City, MO, 64109 (816) 960-2008 www.cityvision.edu Private University College of the Ozarks 100 Opportunity Ave Point Lookout, MO, 65726 (417) 334-6411 www.cofo.edu

Private University Cottey College 1000 W Austin Blvd Nevada, MO, 64772 (417) 667-8181 www.cottey.edu Private University Culver-Stockton College 1 College Hill Canton, MO, 63435 (573) 288-6000 www.culver.edu Private University Drury University 900 N Benton Ave Springfield, MO, 65802 (417) 873-7879 www.drury.edu Private University Evangel University 1111 N Glenstone Avenue Springfield, MO, 65802 (417) 865-2815 www.evangel.edu Private University Fontbonne University 6800 Wydown Blvd St. Louis, MO 63105 (314) 862-3456 www.fontebonn.edu

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echnology in and out of the classroom can be a polarizing subject. Proponents of tech in schools contend that students must be skilled in the ways of the world, which is increasingly being governed by technology. Detractors to tablets and smartbooks in the classroom may say it contributes to excessive time in front of a screen and can prove distracting over other means of learning.

It is hard to deny the ways that technology has helped shape and improve education. Students who may not excel with the traditional tools of learning might benefit from applications geared toward offering assistance for their particular needs. Furthermore, technology, through its globalization, can put educators and students in touch with a wealth of resources — all at their fingertips. The following are the myriad ways that technology can enhance lessons in the classroom.

Inexpensive resources Technology can provide various online resources that go beyond the study guides and other materials offered by textbooks. These resources can be very low-cost or even free, helping educators save money. For parents who need to reinforce lessons at home, the internet can help them collaborate with other parents and teachers and find fun ways to help their children learn.

Quantifiable results Technology can process data more quickly and efficiently than humans. Algorithms can be developed to help students learn faster. Tech can be customized in unique ways to help students learn.

Not every student learns the same way. Technology provides for a multimedia approach that can combine visual and auditory tools to better teach students.

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Connect more Teachers can embrace technology, such as YouTube-powered guides to show students how to complete assignments or to go over information in the classroom. Students who missed class or need a little reinforcement can benefit from a second look at lessons in online videos available at all times on the internet.

Some teachers employ QR codes on assignments that students (and parents) can scan to access further information or support materials. This can help kids further explore topics after school hours.

Transcend location Technology can connect people by voice, text or video, which means that learning is not limited to geographic location. Notes and materials can be shared with teachers or study groups through digital connections around the world in real time.

Get feedback Students can go beyond their school districts or communities to discover how others learn. High school or college students can rely on internet communities to provide a second set of eyes on papers to proofread for grammar or spelling mistakes or even to assist in brainstorming sessions.

Reinforce STEM Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says employment in occupations related to STEM — science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — is projected to grow to more than nine million by 2022. Technology plays a strong role in STEM careers. Honing these skills in the classroom can prepare students for professional arenas in which technology figures to play a sizable role.

Technology has changed the education landscape in many beneficial ways.

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School Directory

Private University Grantham University 16025 W 113th St Lenexa, KS 66219 (888) 947-2684 www.grantham.edu

Private University Missouri Baptist University 1 College Park Dr St. Louis, MO 63141 (314) 434-1115 www.mobap.edu

Private University Saint Louis University 1 N Grand Blvd St. Louis, MO 63103 (800) 758-3678 www.slu.edu

Private University William Jewell College 500 College Hill Liberty, MO 64068 (816) 781-7700 www.jewell.edu

Private University Hannibal-LaGrange University 2800 Palmyra Rd Hannibal, MO 63401 (573) 221-3675 www.hlg.edu

Private University Missouri Valley College 500 E College St Marshall, MO 65340 (660) 831-4000 www.moval.edu

Private University Southwest Baptist University 1460 S Pike Ave Bolivar, MO 65613 (417) 328-1530 www.sbuniv.edu

Private University William Woods University 1 University Ave Fulton, MO 65251 (800) 995-3159 www.williamwoods.edu

Private University Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences 750 Independence Ave Kansas City, MO, 64106 (816) 654-7000 www.kcumb.edu

Private University National American University Independence 3620 Arrowhead Ave Independence, MO 64057 (816) 412-7700 www.national.edu

Private University Stephens College 1200 E Broadway Columbia, MO 65215 (573) 442-2211 www.stephens.edu

Public University Arkansas University 1 University of Arkansas Fayettville, AR 72701 (479) 575-2000 www.uark.edu

Private University Lindenwood University 209 S Kingshighway St St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 949-4949 www.lindenwood.edu

Private University Ozark Christian College 1111 N Main Street Joplin, MO 64801 (417) 626-1234 www.occ.edu

Private University Maryville University 650 Maryville University Dr St. Louis, MO 63141 (314) 529-9300 www.maryville.edu Private University MidAmerica Nazarene University 105 Stewart Ct, Suite 210 Liberty, MO 64068 (816) 407-3070 www.mnu.edu

Private University Park University 8700 NW River Park Dr Parkville, MO 64152 (816) 741-2000 www.park.edu Private University Park University - Independence 20101 E Jackson Dr Independence, MO 64057 (816) 584-6560 www.park.edu Private University Rockhurst University 1100 Rockhurst Rd Kansas City, MO 64110 (816) 501-4000 ww2.rockhurst.edu

Private University Washington University, St. Louis 1 Brookings Dr St. Louis, MO 63130 (314) 935-5000 www.wustl.edu Private University Webster University 10450 Holmes Rd, Suite 100 Kansas City, MO 64131 (816) 444-1000 www.webster.edu Private University Westminster College 501 Westminster Avenue Fulton, MO 65251 (573) 642-3361 www.westminster-mo.edu

Public University Emporia State University 1 Kellogg Cir Emporia, KS 66801 (620) 341-5465 www.emporia.edu Public University Harris-Stowe State University 3026 Laclede Avenue St. Louis, MO 63103 (314) 340-3366 www.go.hssu.edu Public University Iowa State University 2221 Wanda Daley Dr Ames, IA 50011 (515) 294-4111 www.iastate.edu Public University Iowa University 107 Calvin Hall Iowa City, IA 52242 (319) 335-3500 www.uiowa.edu

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Make the most of the

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raduation is the culmination of a lengthy journey students take in pursuit of their academic and professional goals. As graduation day draws near, it can be tempting for students to take their foot off the gas and spend their time having fun with their fellow students before everyone goes their separate ways.

Such an attitude can derail years of hard work. Though the temptation of celebrating with friends may be hard to resist, the following are some ways prospective graduates can stay on course as graduation day draws near. * Maintain your academic focus. It can be easy to get caught up in upcoming celebrations and the next chapter in your life, but students should stay the academic course until their final day in the classroom. Keeping grades up is important, as no one wants to put graduation at risk when it is so

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close . * Familiarize yourself with your school’s guidance office. Guidance counselors often provide information on coursework and future schooling options, but they can guide you in other ways as well. Some guidance offices double as career placement services, helping students prepare résumés, cover letters and portfolios. Some also help students with career assesments that can guide

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them as they look to begin their careers as professionals. * Gather some references. The organizers behind the Sales Innovation Expo, a professional networking gathering, indicate that 85 percent of jobs are filled through networking. Begin talking with all of the people you can, particularly during internships or volunteer opportunities. Contact trusted confidantes, be it current or former supervisors and

professors, to serve as references. * Have an idea of your next steps. It’s not necessary to have everything mapped out just yet, but you should have a good idea of whether you’re going on to more schooling, taking a vocational career tract, entering the workforce, or even taking some time to travel. Create a road map on paper showing where you want to be and when. * Plan for some downtime.

After all of this hard work and dedication, set some time aside after the graduation celebration to recharge your batteries. Some time off can help you focus on the future when you’re rested and ready to approach new goals.

Taking certain steps leading up to graduation can help you focus more readily on the future.

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Public University Johnson County Community College 12345 College Blvd Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 469-8500 www.jccc.edu Public University Kansas State University 918 N. 17th Street Manhattan, KS 66506 (785) 532-6011 www.k-state.edu Public University Lincoln University 820 Chestnut St Jefferson City, MO 65101 (573) 681-5000 www.lincolnu.edu Public University Missouri S&T 1201 N State Street Rolla, MO 65409 (573) 341-4111 www.mst.edu Public University Missouri Southern State University 3950 Newman Rd Joplin, MO 64801 (866) 818-6778 www.mssu.edu Public University Missouri State University 901 S National Ave Springfield, MO 65897 (417) 836-5000 www.missouristate.edu Public University Missouri Western State University 4525 Downs Dr St. Joseph, MO 64507 (816) 271-4200 www.missouriwestern.edu

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School Directory Public University Nebraska University 1400 R St Lincoln, NE 68588 (402) 472-7026 www.unl.edu Public University Northwest Missouri State University 800 University Dr Maryville, MO 64468 (660) 562-1212 www.nwmissouri.edu Public University Southeast Missouri State University 1 University Plaza Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (573) 651-2000 www.semo.edu Public University Truman State University 100 E Normal S Kirksville, MO 63501 (660) 785-4000 www.truman.edu Public University UMKC College of Arts and Sciences 5100 Rockhill Road Kansas City, MO 64110 (816) 235-1136 www.cas.umkc.edu Public University University of Central Missouri 108 W South Street Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 543-4111 www.ucmo.edu Public University University of Central Missouri - Lee’s Summit 1101 NW Innovation Parkway Lee’s Summit, MO 64086 (816) 795-7274 www.ucmo.edu

Public University University of Kansas 1450 Jayhawk Blvd Lawrence, KS 66045 (785) 864-2700 www.ku.edu Public University University of Missouri 230 Jesse Hall Columbia, MO 65211 (573) 882-7786 www.missouri.edu Public University University of Missouri-St. Louis 1 University Blvd St. Louis, MO 63121 (314) 516-5000 www.umsl.edu Specialty School Aviation Institute-Maintenance 4100 Raytown Rd Kansas City, MO 64129 (816) 753-9920 www.aviationmaintenance.edu Specialty School Benson & Chloe Bella Academy of Cosmetology 214 N Osage Street Independence, MO 64050 (816) 252-0202 www.bensonandchloeacademy.com Specialty School Cleveland University - Kansas City 10850 Lowell Ave Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 234-0600 www.cleveland.edu

Specialty School Concorde Career College - Kansas City 3239 Broadway Blvd Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 787-1029 www.concorde.edu Specialty School Ea La Mar’s Cosmetology & Barber College 1220 Brooklyn Ave Kansas City, MO 64127 (816) 241-4325 www.ealamarscollege.com Specialty School House of Heavilin Beauty College 5720 Troost Ave Kansas City, MO 64110 (816) 229-9000 www.kc-hair.com Specialty School Independence College of Cosmetology 815 West 23rd Street Independence, MO 64050 (816) 252-4247 www.hair-skin-nails.com Specialty School Kansas City Art Institute 4415 Warwick Blvd Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 472-4852 www.kcai.edu Specialty School Devry University 1100 Main St Kansas City, MO 64105 (816) 235-7950 www.keller.edu

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ollege is expensive, and the costs are only rising. Scholarships and grants can help mitigate the costs of higher education, but even students who receive such aid could find themselves scrambling for ways to make college more affordable.

Housing is one of the more expensive costs for college students and their families.

According to the College Board, the average cost for room and board during the 2016-2017 school year was $10,440 at fouryear public schools and $11,890 at private colleges and universities. And those costs typically cover housing for just the school year, which may last anywhere from six to eight months. However, there are ways for students and their families to reduce those costs.

• Examine your dormitory options.

Many schools assign students to dormitories for their freshman years, giving students little say with regard to where they will live. However, students might have more input in their housing come their sophomore, junior and senior years. Some dorms might be more attractive and offer more amenities than others, but students and families looking to save money on housing costs should opt to live in the most budget-friendly dorms available to them. In addition, choose to live with a roommate rather than in a single room, as singles tend to cost substantially more than double rooms.

• Sign up to be a resident advisor. Resident advisors, or RAs, often

13 receive free housing in exchange for living in dormitories when they are upperclassmen or graduate students.

RAs help newly enrolled or younger students adjust to campus life while also ensuring nothing untoward happens on the floors they’re tasked with looking after. Students who may want to apply for RA positions should first confirm if serving as an RA will affect their overall financial aid package and how great that impact might be.

• Live with roommates even after leaving the dorms. Due to limited space, many colleges insist dorm residents live with roommates.

Upperclassmen who are moving out of the dorms and into university or off-campus apartments can save money by continuing to live with roommates. This can be especially beneficial to students who will be living in off-campus housing where amenities such as electricity, cable television and water are unlikely to be included in the cost of the rent.

• Commute to school. While it might not be ideal, commuting to school can save college students and their families substantial amounts of money. Public university students who did so during the 2016-2017 school year might have saved nearly $11,000, or $44,000 in four years. That’s money that can be used to pay tuition or finance postgraduate educations.

College housing costs can be considerable. But budget-conscious students and families can save on such costs in various ways.

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Specialty School State Technical College of Missouri 1 Technology Drive Linn, MO 65051 (573) 897-5000 www.statetechmo.edu

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School Directory Specialty School Saint Luke’s College of Health Sciences 624 Westport Rd Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 936-8700 www.saintlukescollege.edu

Theological Institute Christian Bible College & Seminary 605 US-40, Suite 336 Blue Springs, MO 64014 (800) 543-3720 www.cbcs-degree.site

Theological Institute Nazarene Theological Seminary 1700 E Meyer Blvd Kansas City, MO 64131 (816) 268-5400 www.nts.edu

Specialty School Logan College of Chiropractic 1851 Schoettler Rd Chesterfield, MO 63017 (636) 227-2100 www.logan.edu

Specialty School St. Louis College of Pharmacy 4588 Parkview Place St. Louis, MO 63110 (314) 367-8700 www.stlcop.edu

Theological Institute Concordia Seminary 801 N Seminary Terrace St. Louis, MO 63105 (314) 505-7000 www.csl.edu

Theological Institute Saint Louis Christian College 1360 Grandview Dr St. Louis, MO 63033 (314) 837-6777 www.stlchristian.edu

Specialty School MEDS CNA Training Programs 1425 S Noland Rd Independence, MO 64055 (816) 373-6337 www.cnatrainingschool.net

Theological Institute Assemblies of God Theological Seminary 1111 N Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65802 (417) 268-1000 www.agts.edu

Theological Institute Covenant Theological Seminary 12330 Conway Rd Creve Coeur, MO 63141 (314) 434-4044 www.covenantseminary.edu

Theological Institute Saint Paul School of Theology 4370 W 109th Street, Suite 300 Leawood, KS 66211 (913) 253-5000 www.spst.edu

Theological Institute Eden Theological Seminary 475 E Lockwood Ave St. Louis, MO 63119 (800) 969-3627 www.eden.edu

Theological Institute Western Baptist Bible College 2119 Tracy Ave Kansas City, MO 64108 (816) 842-4195 www.wbbckc.org

Specialty School New Reflections Technical Institute 7546 Troost Ave Kansas City, MO 64131 (816) 361-5239 www.newreflectionskc.org Specialty School Ranken Technical College 4431 Finney Ave St. Louis, MO 63113 (314) 286-4809 www.ranken.edu Specialty School Research College of Nursing 2525 E Meyer Blvd Kansas City, MO 64118 (816) 995-2800 www.researchcollege.edu

Theological Institute Baptist Bible College 628 E Kearney St Springfield, MO 65803 (417) 268-6000 www.gobbc.edu Theological Institute Carver Baptist Bible Institute 8524 Blue Ridge Blvd Kansas City, MO 64138 (816) 333-1577 www.carverbiblecollegekc.org Theological Institute Central Christian College of the Bible 911 E Urbandale Dr Moberly, MO 65270 (660) 263-3900 www.cccb.edu

Theological Institute Kenrick-Glennon Seminary 5200 Glennon Dr St. Louis, MO 63119 (314) 792-6100 www.kenrick.edu Theological Institute Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary 5001 North Oak Trafficway Kansas City, MO 64118 (816) 414-3700 www.mbts.edu

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BEAUTY IS ALWAYS IN DEMAND.

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t Benson & Chloe Academy of Cosmetology we prepare you for a bright future where you can successfully work in the beauty industry.

Benson and Chloe is a unique beauty school located in Independence Square in Missouri. The decor has recently been renovated and the curriculum has been updated to meet the standards of current industry demands. Benson & Chloe continues to have highly experienced instructors who are passionate about the education of every student.

Our classrooms are kept small allowing for individual attention.

Each is divided into theory and practical areas as we have maintained a spacious clinic area. With our salon style environment, you’ll get direct experience with clients.

The building floor space includes a reception area, rooms for facials and wax, a dispensary, and a break room.

We are a Cosmetology School with a high quality hair and nail salon services. From quick services like blow-dry styles, manicures, pedicures and cleansing facials; to providing

up-to-date hair textures services, depilations with wax and threading methods too.

We have affiliations with Vocational Rehabilitation Center, the Veterans Administration, the Missouri State Board of Cosmetology & Barber Examiners.

• Learn how to create, manage and develop your portfolio and resume with Portfolio Building Events!

• Classes begin every 2nd Tuesday of Every Month.

• We are open (5) days a week, Monday through Friday, and every 2nd Saturday of every month.

• We accept only transfer hours that are approved the State Board of Cosmetology.

What do you need to get started?

• Copy of Social Security Card • (2) Passport Photos • Down Payment of 2,000 • $5.00 non-refundable student license fee • MIN. 12 crdits on your high school/GED transcript • Two (2) forms of I.D. (birth certificate/DL) Check us out, and schedule a tour.

Join our student stylist team, and get an opportunity of a lifetime. See what Benson & Chloe can do for you!

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FUTURE AWAITS

Beauty is always in demand. At Benson & Chloe Academy of Cosmetology we prepare you for a bright future where you can successfully work in the beauty industry.

Courses Include:

Cosmetology, Hairdressing & Manicuring Continuing Education Makeup Artistry & Skin Care Threading & Wax Hair Removal Eyelash Curling and Tinting

Classes begin Every 2nd Tuesday of Every Month!

To get started, call or go online to schedule your appointment with an enrollment advisor today. We’ll explain all of the program details and course options available, and help you determine if you qualify for financial aid.

214 N Osage Street Independence, Missouri (816) 252-0202 www.bensonandchloe.com