NOVI, MI RICHMOND, VA VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
SOUTH UNIVERSITY LOCATIONS*
COLUMBIA, SC MONTGOMERY, AL SAVANNAH, GA DALLAS, TX ** TAMPA, FL WEST PALM BEACH, FL * These schools are authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. * * The Art Institute of Dallas, a college of South University.
South University Facts Established: 1899 in Savannah Georgia, along the Eastern Seaboard of the United States. Number of Locations for International Students: 9 Total Number of Program Areas: 19 Total Number of Students: 23,764 as of Fall 2011 Total Number of Faculty: 280 fulltime and 1,500 adjunct Housing: Student housing facilities available at Savannah and Montgomery campuses
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Why South University? South University is a private academic institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social, and professional development of a diverse student population. We offer a wide variety of associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs that are designed to help you get started on your career, and will provide you with the opportunity you need to compete in your field. As a student at South University, you will learn from accomplished faculty members who have real-world experience in the subjects that they teach. Our small class sizes allow you to receive personalized attention from instructors, and the encouragement to recognize your goals for the future and the means to achieve them.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES The College of Arts and Sciences focuses on programs that are committed to keeping our community a desirable place to live. Students with strong observation skills, problem-solving abilities and a desire to work with others would find our programs in legal studies, paralegal studies, criminal justice and graphic design to be versatile and challenging, while being prepared for a career in these fields. PROGRAMS: Graphic Design (AS, BS) Criminal Justice (AS, BS, MS) Paralegal Studies * (AS) Legal Studies* (BS)
COLLEGE OF CREATIVE ARTS AND DESIGN For program information, please refer to The Art Institute of Dallas, a campus of South University areas of study.
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Choose South University’s College of Business to get started on a career in business or information technology (IT). Whether you are good with numbers, people, computers, or just business concepts in general, the College of Business can help you get in the door at many businesses and organizations. Our programs will turn your talents into marketable skills; develop a strong understanding of management concepts, and prepare you with industry-related and application oriented education that employers seek. PROGRAMS: Accounting (AS) Business Administration (AS, BBA, MBA) Information Technology (AS, BS) Healthcare Management (BS) Healthcare Administration (MBA) Public Administration (MPA) Information Systems & Technology (MSIST) Leadership (MS)
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COLLEGE OF NURSING AND PUBLIC HEALTH If you’re a kind and compassionate person who enjoys helping those in need, consider making a career of it. South University’s College of Nursing and Public Health offer programs that can prepare you with the skills you need to become a healthcare professional. South University’s healthcare programs provide hands-on healthcare training and are designed with input from health and medical professionals. These healthcare programs provide the administrative, technical, clinical, and ethical training required to become a healthcare professional. PROGRAMS: Nursing Completion (RN to BSN, RN to MSN) Health Sciences (BS) Allied Health Science (AS)
COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS The College of Health Professions programs emphasize on community, agency and mental health counseling. These programs are designed to provide educational opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. Graduates will obtain the knowledge and skills needed to embark on a rewarding career in the fields of physical therapy, psychology and mental health counseling. PROGRAMS: Physical Therapist Assisting ** (AS ) Occupational Therapy Assistant ** * (AS) Psychology (BA) Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA) * The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies and the Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies programs are approved by the American Bar Association in Columbia, Montgomery, Savannah, and West Palm Beach. Students may not earn the full ABA-approved program in the online modality. ** The Physical Therapist Assisting program is an expansion program approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association. *** The Occupational Therapy Assistant program has applied for accreditation and has been granted Developing Program Status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
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South University Employment Examples South University graduates have found employment at these well-known organizations:
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO APPLY? South University General Admission Guidelines ASSOCIATE | BACHELOR’S dEGREE • High School Completion or Equivalent • Meet the Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirement • Be Prepared for an Admissions Interview • Be Ready to Strive for Excellence!!! MASTER’S dEGREE • Bachelor’s Degree completion with a CGPA of 3.0 or higher • Meet the Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirement • Be Prepared for an Admissions Interview • Be Ready to Strive for Excellence!!! TUITION CHARGE BREAKdOWN • Quarterly Tuition: $5,245–$6,635 • Per Academic Year of 3 Quarters: $ 15,735–$19,905 *Tuition Costs are Subject to Change and Depend on Program by Location SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Scholarships are available for international students and are subject to student qualification. ACCOMMOdATION Student housing facilities available at Savannah and Montgomery campuses. Student Affairs office provides information for independent housing options. TRANSFER CREdITS We do not imply, promise or guarantee transferability of credits from or to any other institution. This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. Contact EdMC INTERNATIONAL for more details:
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Aetna Alabama State University Bank Of America Beth Israel Surgical Center BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina CVS Pharmacy Concentra Medical Center Department of Public Health Department of Transportation Department of Veterans Affairs Department of Corrections Department of Justice Gulfstream Health South JFK Medical Center Kroger Pharmacy Mayo Clinic Memorial Hospital Palmetto Health Rite Aid Pharmacy Savannah College of Art and Design Southern Company St. Josephs Hospital Tampa General Hospital Texas Medical Center Verizon Wackenhut Walgreens Pharmacy Walmart Pharmacy Wells Fargo Whole Foods
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PROGRAM CHART ASSOCIATE dEGREES Accounting (AS)
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Allied Health Science (AS)
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Business Administration (AS)
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Criminal Justice (AS)
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Information Technology (AS)
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Paralegal Studies (AS)
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Physical Therapist Assisting (AS)
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Occupational Therapy Assistant(AS)
Graphic Design (AS)
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BACHELOR dEGREES Business Administration (BBA)
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Criminal Justice (BS)
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Healthcare Management (BS)
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Information Technology (BS)
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Legal Studies (BS)
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Nursing (RN to BSN)
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Psychology (BA)
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MASTERS dEGREES Business Administration (MBA)
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Healthcare Administration (MBA)
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Criminal Justice (MS)
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Information Systems & Technology (MSIST) Leadership (MS)
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Nursing (RN to MSN) Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA)
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Public Administration (MPA)
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AS: Associate of Science | BBA: Bachelor of Business Administration | BS: Bachelor of Science | BSN: Bachelor of Science in Nursing | BA: Bachelor of Arts | MBA: Master of Business Administration | MS: Master of Science MSN: Master of Science in Nursing | MA: Master of Arts | MPA: Master of Public Administration
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Established in 1899, South University is a private academic institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. Programs, credential levels, technology and scheduling options vary by campus, and employment opportunities are not guaranteed. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Administrative office: South University, 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah, GA 31406-4805 Š2012 South University. OH Registration #1107-1971T; Licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, License No. 2987. Certified by SCHEV to operate in Virginia. See suprograms.info for program duration, tuition, fees and other costs, median debt, federal salary data, alumni success, and other important information. ACCREdITATION ANd LICENSING Please visit the following link to view Accreditation and Licensing information for each of South University’s locations: http://www.southuniversity.edu/about/accreditation.aspx
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