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The Choice isYours There are nearly 4,600 institutions in the United States from which to earn a degree. Here’s how to narrow down your list.

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t’s decision time. You’ve received your acceptance letters. You know the costs. You’ve completed the visits.

How do you make the leap from your top choices to your future college home?

Write away. Take a moment to jot down a list of things that are important to you as a prospective student, says Jerome Dueweke, associate director of admission at Butler University. These tangible measures can help guide your decision.

Size matters.

Do you thrive in a small setting, where the professors know your name and the faces are all familiar? Or do you want to be part of a large student body, with perhaps more social outlets and educational options?

“There are things large schools are able to do that small schools aren’t able to do, and vice versa,” Dueweke says. “Go back to the first question—what’s important to you?”

Program notes.

Make sure the university has a strong program in your area of interest. If you’re undecided—and there’s nothing wrong with that, Dueweke says—choose a school with a large range of majors and options.

It’s not a popularity contest.

Reputations are great, but don’t let them limit your choices, Dueweke says.

Seek out the schools that are known for your chosen area of interest, not because they’re a common pick.

“You get a lot of students that will talk about where their peers are going,” Dueweke says. “You get students who know names like Butler or other prominent private schools, who recognize the 2 COLLEGE GUIDE | August 2014

Apply Yourself Parents, teachers, and guidance counselors all stress the importance of the college application. Need a little help? Check out these do’s and don’ts for this important step.

Don’t skip your research. Read through guides that give you a map of how to prepare during your sophomore, junior, and senior years. Find out if you need to take the SAT or ACT, and keep an eye on your grades. Check out the school’s website to see if you meet its admission requirements.

Do apply to several schools. And don’t despair if your top choice doesn’t accept you. Keep your options open.

“It’s also a good idea to have a backup plan in case you are not admitted to your dream school,” says Krista Timney, senior associate director of marketing and communications at the Indiana University Bloomington Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

“Always apply to at least one school where you know you will be admitted, and remember that you can always reapply as a transfer student at a later date.”

Do submit early. Schools may request additional information once you send in your application. Procrastinators, it’s time to break the pattern.

“Don’t wait until the last minute to submit your application, in case the website is unavailable or you experience other technical issues,” Timney says.

Don’t rush through the instructions. Even if you’re the type of student who works best under pressure, this is one assignment you shouldn’t zoom through. Set aside a block of time and read all the questions to make sure you provide the best possible responses.

Do tell your story. The application essay allows students to showcase themselves.

Be open and honest. Help the admissions office discover the awesome person behind the information.

“Admissions personnel typically like to read essays that really give some insight into what students are thinking and feeling,” Timney says.

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Tour Guide College visits let students see and experience what’s going on at a school.

Butler University’s Jerome Dueweke offers the following tips for making the most of your trips.

Plan ahead. Check out the school’s website and see if formal visit programs fit your schedule. Give the school some notice in order to get a useful and meaningful experience.

“If you call a university on Thursday and say you want to sit in on a class tomorrow, it’s going to be a little hard to do that,” Dueweke says.

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name but don’t do the requisite exploration beyond that to find out if it is the right fit for them.”

Location, location, location.

Some students are thrilled with the idea of putting miles between themselves and home. Others prefer to be able to visit Mom and Dad for a weekend. Are you longing for a cultural shift to another coast or the big city, or do you feel best in the Midwest?

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Does social life matter?

Yes, some schools are notorious for their party atmosphere. Some students look for this. Ultimately, it rarely drives the decision.

“In various polls that I’ve seen over the past few years, [social life] typically falls

toward the middle or even to the bottom of the list,” Dueweke says.

How does it feel?

Maybe you’ve made a list. Maybe you’ve checked it twice. Maybe you know which school offers the strongest program in your chosen academic path and which one has the prettiest campus. Maybe you’ve sat in a classroom and spent the night in a dorm. It’s time to listen to your gut—it might be smarter than your brain right now.

“After I talk about tangibles, I almost always will say those are all great, but don’t lose sight of fit or feel,” Dueweke says. “I have been doing admissions for 15 years, and I am constantly amazed by how many kids say, ‘I got on campus, and it just felt right.’”

Look around. Pay attention to the campus culture. Are students engaged with each other? Do they look happy? Do people seem approachable? These attributes may not be important to every student, Dueweke says, but they may make a difference to you.

Reach out to the admissions staff.

Most schools have dedicated personnel assigned to prospective students.

Try to meet these people before you visit. That way, you won’t have to randomly call the school when you have follow-up questions.

“Get to know who that person is because they’re the link to the information you want,” Dueweke says.

“I HAVE BEEN DOING ADMISSIONS FOR 15 YEARS, AND I AM CONSTANTLY AMAZED BY HOW MANY KIDS SAY, ‘I GOT ON CAMPUS, AND IT JUST FELT RIGHT.’” JEROME DUEWEKE, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADMISSION AT BUTLER UNIVERSITY

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Money Talks Several tools can help families cover the costs of college.

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he sobering news about college costs is that at the majority of schools, they’re going nowhere but up. You don’t have to look hard to find evidence of that, judging by the amount of student-loan debt in the U.S. The good news? Families often pay much less than a college’s “sticker price,” thanks to federal, state, and additional forms of financial aid.

“Be concerned with the net price you will pay after grants and scholarships,” says Ted Malone, executive director of Purdue University’s Division of Financial Aid. “Look at the total cost of attendance, subtract the grants and scholarships, and that is your net price. That is the amount of money you will need to pay or borrow.”

Families can start the financial-aid process before they even visit a school. Heidi Carl, director of financial aid at Wabash College, recommends checking out the FAFSA4caster, an online tool at fafsa .ed.gov. Input data, such as adjusted gross The National Student Loan Data System estimates that student-loan debt has ballooned to more than $1 trillion.

income for the previous tax year, a potential school, and that institution’s cost of attendance, and you can get an idea of your estimated federal aid for one academic year. (See page 8 for ways to evaluate a college’s cost.)

The FAFSA Once Jan. 1 rolls around, families can fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. Any school that awards federal student aid requires a completed FAFSA to determine eligibility.

Nearly 400 schools ask for a CSS Profile in addition to the FAFSA. The CSS Profile is used to assess qualification for institutional aid; find it at student.college board.org. The CSS Profile is usually

available earlier than the FAFSA. To fill out the FAFSA, students and parents will need their Social Security numbers; records on untaxed income; and information on checking and savings accounts, investments (including the CollegeChoice 529 Direct Savings Plan), and business assets. You’ll also need tax returns. If you’ve completed yours prior to filling out the FAFSA, you can use the IRS Data Retrieval tool to pull in your tax information. If you haven’t done your taxes yet, it’s fine to approximate your figures.

“It’s better to use estimated numbers than to miss the deadline,” Malone says.

“For most families, the best estimate is to use the tax return from the prior year.”

The FAFSA must be filled out each year a student is in school.

An important acronym to know is EFC, which stands for expected family contribution. This figure represents the minimum amount that a student or family is expected to chip in. How it’s determined can vary based on the methodology used, but factors generally include assets and income, a family’s size, and the number of dependent children enrolled in college.

Students must list at least one school (and up to 10) that will receive their FAFSA information. Schools will use that data to determine the types and amount of aid for which a student is eligible. To establish a student’s need, the EFC is subtracted from the school’s cost of attendance,

Types of Aid Grants: This kind of aid does not need to be paid back and is often awarded based on a student’s financial need. Grants can come from federal and state governments, colleges, or private organizations. One type, the Federal Pell Grant, is given only to undergraduate students, and the amount varies from year to year based on a student’s need, the cost of attendance, and the student’s status (either full or part time).

Another federal grant, the Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, is designated for students with an expected family contribution of $0.

Loans: Through the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program, students and parents can borrow money directly from the federal government. Direct Stafford Loans are available for both undergraduate and graduate students and may be subsidized or unsubsidized. Direct PLUS Loans, which are always unsubsidized, are for parents or stepparents of dependent students and for graduate and professional-degree students.

With subsidized loans, the federal government pays the interest while the borrower is in school and during deferment periods. Subsidized loans are based on financial need and are only available to undergraduate students.

For unsubsidized loans, the recipient must pay all accrued interest. With this type of loan, the amount is based on cost of attendance and other aid a student receives.

Federal Perkins Loans are designed for undergraduate and graduate students with exceptional financial need. Undergrads can receive up to $5,500 per year. Schools serve as the lenders, but not all institutions participate in the Perkins program.

Though the above are federal products, other loans are available through private lenders, such as banks and credit unions. Many private loans require students to pay interest while still in school, and they are not subsidized.

Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships can be based on academic achievement or hobbies and talents. Search for awards at scholarships.com, fastweb.com, and finaid.org/scholarships, or check workplaces, civic and business organizations, churches, colleges and universities, and specialty groups.

For more information on financial aid, check out studentaid.ed.gov, which breaks down the various types of aid, filling out the FAFSA, and loan repayment.

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which includes tuition, room and board, books, and travel and personal expenses.

What comes next After filling out the FAFSA, students will receive award letters (sometimes called aid offers) that list the federal and state grants, federal loans, merit-based scholarships, and work/study programs for which they qualify. Some schools may use the Financial Aid Shopping Sheet, which spells out costs, financial-aid options, and a school’s graduation rate, loan-default rate, and the average amount its students borrow.

It’s up to a family to decide which aid they want to receive, but, if borrowing is necessary, it’s important to only request what’s absolutely needed.

“Don’t borrow money for all the extras,” Carl says. Those include things like a new car (she’s seen it happen) or a computer.

“If you’re borrowing for the basics, I really think students don’t get themselves into trouble.”

By this point, you’ve probably decided on a school or you’ve at least narrowed down your choices. If it’s the latter, take some time to consider the schools’ value and fit, Malone advises.

“The cheapest may not be your best choice, but high price does not necessarily

The Price is Right To get an idea of your college costs, use an online estimated-cost calculator.

Parents and the student will need their tax forms and asset information.

The one at indianacollegecosts.org lets you compare up to three in-state schools, and you can plug in various “what if” scenarios to see how your aid would differ due to income or academic changes. The College Board offers the tool at netpricecalculator.college board.org, and many schools include one on their websites as well.

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Job Benefits To help pay for college, some students may opt to enroll in a work-study program. Schools that participate in the federal work-study program provide part-time jobs to enrolled undergraduate or graduate students with financial need.

Most jobs are on campus and can include helping out in an office, acting as a tour guide, or working in food service. Students will earn at least the current federal minimum wage and can request that their earnings be deposited directly into their bank accounts or used to pay for tuition, fees, and room and board.

Students must treat work-study positions as real jobs—they’re not guaranteed.

“You still have to go and be a good employee,” says Heidi Carl. “It’s a training ground. I expect students to treat this just like the job they’re going to have when they leave here.”

mean better quality,” he says. “Fit is more complicated. It involves academic, social, and financial fit.”

After making your decision, send in your admission deposit, register for classes, and, if you’re accepting federal loans, sign the Master Promissory Note, a legal document that spells out the terms and conditions of your loans. Signing it also means you promise to pay back all borrowed money. This can be done electronically. Some schools may also require students to complete loan counseling either in person or online.

Schools will receive money from the various entities and disburse it to students’ bursar accounts. Typically this is done once at the beginning of the fall semester and once at the start of the spring session. In cases where the aid awarded is more than a student’s bill, the excess is refunded to the student. At Purdue, for example, students can choose to receive a paper check or a direct deposit to their bank account. But, should the excess be from a loan, you’re still obligated to repay those funds.

Aid advice Malone cautions against being overly dependent on scholarships. Don’t assume good grades and a high SAT score will lead to a full ride.

“Those are very rare,” he says. “The more selective a school, the less likely you are to get a scholarship.”

And don’t overlook a student’s contribution.

“Students who work should be putting

a significant amount aside in savings,” he says. “It’s good for college, and it’s a great life skill to maintain throughout adulthood. Every dollar saved is a dollar that does not need to be borrowed.”

Students should play a role in the financial-aid process, Carl says. Being an active participant lays the groundwork for the future, especially if students are using loans.

“They need to be knowledgeable from the get-go,” Carl says. “Yes, this is their future, but they’re borrowing dollars, and those need to be paid back. They need to know what they’re getting into.”

Many schools have a flat tuition rate for 12 to 18 credits, Malone points out.

The Institute for College Access & Success reports that 71 percent of all students who graduated from four-year colleges in 2012 carry student-loan debt.

The average amount? $29,400.

Though 12 credits may be considered full time, it can take five years to graduate from a 120-credit-hour program when taking only 12 credits per semester.

“The more you take, the fewer semesters you will have to pay tuition,” Malone says.

Carl admits that the financial-aid process can be complicated and a bit scary. If confusion arises, don’t just give up—talk to someone in the school’s aid office.

“We are here to help, to make it possible,” Carl says. “You never know whether you can afford it or make it work until you ask questions.”

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ransitioning from life as a high-school senior to a college freshman can be a stressful and intimidating experience. Though students may be tempted to hide in their dorm rooms watching Netflix, getting involved in campus culture is a crucial component to college success.

Kris Rogers, director of marketing for Indiana State University, says that when students get involved in college life, they tend to have a much more enjoyable experience. Schools are eager to help students find a place to fit in.

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with the campus, whether it’s a social- or service-oriented club, a special-interest group, student media, an intramuralsports team, an on-campus job, or serving in student government. These groups allow freshmen to meet new friends and become established in their post-secondary environment, but also develop leadership qualities, be part of a team, and find an outlet for their passions.

“No school wants any student to feel isolated, and when they get involved in campus life and extracurricular activities, it helps them grow and develop as a person,” Rogers says.

Another perk? “It can also help them build an attractive resume,” he points out.

Of course with so many choices, it’s not uncommon for students to be a little overwhelmed by the variety. Rogers says that

Purdue theater students on opening night

“One of the best ways to find out what opportunities exist on campus is through freshman orientation,” he says. “This is the first formal acclimation to the college culture where they can collect information and map out a plan that sounds interesting to them.”

There’s no shortage of ways to connect

it’s OK for students to evaluate their free time before jumping in feet first. Many are juggling a heavy course load and a work schedule, and it’s important for them to make sure they leave plenty of time for everything.

“It’s a different experience than high school,” he says. “Professors expect

Group Work No matter your interest, you’re likely to find an organization dedicated to the subject. A look at some of the more unusual campus clubs that students can join.

The Whovian Society at Bellarmine University encourages the examination and appreciation of Doctor Who. In Purdue University’s Disney Appreciation Club, members can share their love of the Magic Kingdom.

Nerdfighters unite at Indiana University, where a club is devoted to The Fault in Our Stars author John Green and his YouTube vlogger compatriot, brother Hank.

Indiana State University students come together to explore the paranormal in Investigation: Supernatural Unit.

Students at Vincennes University gather for games and scenarios played out with Nerf toys.

students to carry a lot of the workload on their own outside of the classroom, which means that students have to learn how to manage their time. That’s a good reason to ease into campus activities rather than getting in over your head.”

That being said, there’s no reason for anyone to stay holed up inside.

“Whether you’re joining a formal organization, working a campus job, or just hanging out at the rec center, you need to be engaged in the campus community,” Rogers says.

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As move-in day draws near, emotions can run high. Anxiety, excitement, uncertainty—they’re likely to affect students no matter what school they’re attending.

You’ll want to pack your toothbrush, phone charger, and extra-long twin sheets. But bringing along some pointers for a successful transition helps, too. We asked a few students to share their advice for freshmen. Class is in session.

At the end of a semester, don’t expect the school to notify you of how your son or daughter fared. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA, stipulates that a student’s academic information, including grades, discipline records, and any warnings, are given to the student, not the parents.

Even if you’re footing the bill. Even if you ask nicely.

However, students can sign a waiver that gives their parents permission to request their academic information.

Those details will not automatically be sent to you, though—you have to ask the school for them.

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Claire Miller Junior at Manchester University Accounting and Finance major from South Bend, Indiana Focus on college, not high school.

It’s great to keep in touch with friends from high school, but don’t forget to make new friends in college too. Same goes with drama from high school—try to let go of that.

Go to class and look nice. It shows dedication to your professors and gets you in the habit of going. Also, not wearing pajamas and sweatpants to class can make you stand out as someone who’s ready to learn. Plus, you never know who you’re going to meet.

Stay organized. Due dates, social events, and club meetings will pile up and if you’re not careful, you’ll overbook yourself.

Work ahead on projects. This correlates with organization. Projects will be due halfway through the semester, but that might only be six weeks. So make sure you work ahead, and if you do, you’ll have time to ask your professors questions.

Have fun, but don’t forget to study. On the weekend, my recommendation is to have one day to relax and hang out with friends, but then the other day is for school. Otherwise during the week, it can be overwhelming to try and get everything done.

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Get involved. While the first few days and even weeks can be hectic, find time to figure out ways you can get involved.

Seek out the necessary resources

for success. Find the tutoring center, and get to know your professors. A combination of these two can help you succeed.

Admit it when you are in need of help. Often

times, it can be easy to blow off when you’re doing poorly, and you only dig a deeper and deeper hole.

Try finding an on-campus job. It can help you make extra money and fill the gaps in your schedule. These positions can also help you get to know more people.

Be prepared to get prepared. College is fun, but there is more preparation involved than high school. Always prepare yourself for class each and every day.

Kate Yoshino Senior at Taylor University Engineering Physics major from Toledo, Ohio Be patient both with yourself and

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others. Sometimes

it takes a while to adjust to college. Some people do it quickly, others don’t. It took me almost a whole school year to find my niche.

Get to know upperclassmen. This is easier at some schools than others, but I think this has been one of the best things I’ve done. Whether it’s just friends or people in your major, knowing experienced college students can really help along the way and can turn into some very valuable friendships.

Study abroad. If you have the opportunity, do it! It was one of the most positive and valuable parts of my education yet. I’ve never met anyone who regretted taking the opportunity. Ask your academic advisor about it sooner rather than later.

Be open to new things and new people. Perhaps you will encounter some kind of event that is outside your comfort zone. Maybe you will meet an eclectic friend. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there. I’ve discovered new passions and interests by simply being open to new friendships and opportunities.

It’s okay to not know about the future. Whether you are entering school undeclared like I did or just are unsure of what’s next, it’s okay—actually, it’s good.

While college is a great place to find a career you’re passionate about, there’s more to your undergraduate education than just this. I have found that college is not only about what you want to do, but also about who you want to be. It’s more than just four years in a classroom.

As your son or daughter starts a new life chapter, you’ll likely find yourself going through a similar transition.

It’s understandable that you want to maintain your role as Mom or Dad, but you don’t want to be overbearing.

Here are a few ways to act as your child’s support network from a distance: Know the basics: what classes your son or daughter is taking, the resources available on campus, and important dates, like fall and winter breaks. If he or she mentions having trouble in statistics class, be prepared to offer suggestions about where to find help.

Remember your role—you’re the coach, not the player. Show interest and be involved, but don’t overdo it.

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is a time for students to gain independence and responsibility, something that they

must do on their own. Encourage time-management and study skills, but realize that your son or daughter needs to figure them out through trial and error.

Strike a healthy balance of communication. A phone call every single night probably isn’t necessary (or even wanted).

Feeling

anxious and worried about your child is normal, but don’t let it take over. Share your stresses with your spouse or a friend who’s in a similar situation, or fill your time by exploring a new or forgottenabout hobby.

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Future Plans It’s not too early to gain skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career.

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Getting a head start on life after college begins while you’re still on campus, and doing so can happen both in and outside the classroom.

A degree is key. But according to a recent survey of business leaders conducted by the Lumina Foundation, when it comes to making a hiring decision, a prospective employee’s skills and knowledge in a field are far more influential than where a candidate went to school or what his or her major was.

Jenny Morris, director of internships at Marian University, says this idea is

career-services division into the course curriculum. They’re also working to partner with local companies in hopes of creating a better match between employer and prospective employee.

In January 2014, Marian University received a $1 million grant from the Lilly Endowment to create such a program.

The Marian University Exchange connects students with the career-services office sooner (and more often) rather than later and counsels them on topics like resumes, internships, networking, and career fairs. Students are required to interact with local businesses, professional firms, and non-profits outside the classroom to gain real-world experience that will benefit them and future employers.

“It’s a requirement now rather than something extracurricular,” Morris says.

“It’s all about providing our top employers with students who are better skilled both in theory and in practical experience.

Those are the ones who are ready for the workplace.”

According to a 2013 survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, companies made full-time offers to nearly 50 percent of their interns.

“EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR SKILLS SUCH AS LEADERSHIP, KNOWLEDGE, AND A STRONG WORK ETHIC, AS OPPOSED TO THOSE THAT ARE TIED TO A SPECIFIC MAJOR.” JENNY MORRIS, DIRECTOR OF INTERNSHIPS AT MARIAN UNIVERSITY

becoming more and more common.

Although one’s degree is still important, many new graduates often find themselves in jobs unrelated to their field of study.

“Employers are looking for skills such as leadership, knowledge, and a strong work ethic, as opposed to those that are tied to a specific major,” Morris says.

Building those can begin as early as freshman year. In order to give students necessary skills and practical experience in their area of interest, some colleges and universities are incorporating their

As companies tend to hire former interns as entry-level employees and seek to promote from within, it’s more important than ever for students to look for those opportunities that put them in their field of dreams.

“Some internships are paid while others are not, and I know the hardship that creates for some students,” Morris says.

“Sometimes students have no choice but to work a part-time job, but still, if we can connect them with a company that’s flexible and will allow them to intern part time, it will be worth it in the long term.”

Rules of Engagement A recent poll of more than 30,000 college graduates concluded that it’s not what students are doing in school, it’s how they’re doing it that leads to a better life after college.

The survey, a partnership between Gallup, the Lumina Foundation, and Purdue University, found that it didn’t matter where a student went to school— whether it was private or public, small or large, highly ranked or middle of the pack. The biggest factor in postgraduation well-being and workplace commitment was a student’s level of engagement while in college.

Students who had at least one professor who made them excited about learning, who cared about them as a person, and who acted like a mentor more than doubled their odds for actively engaging in their jobs (that is, being productive, enthusiastic, loyal, and caring about their work) and thriving in five aspects of well-being (purpose, social, financial, community, and physical).

Equally important was involvement in extracurricular activities, working on projects that took a semester or more to complete, and holding an internship or job while in school that allowed them to apply what they were learning.

Unsurprisingly, the higher a student’s level of loan debt, the worse off their well-being. Only 4 percent of graduates with $20,000 to $40,000 in loans described themselves as “thriving” in their well-being.

The survey suggests that schools improve students’ experiences by providing more emotional support and offering more meaningful learning experiences and realistic applications of what students studied. Of course, students can seek those out as well.

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4600 Sunset Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46208 1-317-940-8100 • 1-800-940-8100 toll free www.butler.edu At Butler University, we create an innovative learning environment that combines a robust liberal arts foundation with a strong focus on experiential learning, community engagement, and international education. A Butler degree provides an excellent return on investment, with a 96 percent graduate success rate.

Butler students have numerous opportunities to gain hands-on learning and real-world experience. Examples include immersion of first-year education students in K-12 classrooms, business student management of start-up companies and a $2 million investment fund, and provision of free pharmaceutical care by pharmacy students to underserved communities in Indianapolis.

Additionally, Butler students partner with faculty to complete valuable research in many fields, earning authorship and presenting their findings alongside faculty and graduate students at professional conferences around the country. Butler’s own Undergraduate Research Conference—among the largest of its kind—hosts more than 500 students from nearly 50 colleges and universities each year.

Butler students also engage in a wide variety of service-learning opportunities that bring value to the University and community alike, and inspire students to develop a lifelong commitment to service.

Examples include our Indianapolis Community Requirement, a required component of our core curriculum, which integrates classroom learning with active experiences in the Indianapolis community, and our Bulldogs Into the Streets program, where students—mostly firstyear students—provide service to community partners during their first week on campus.

International experiences run deep at Butler. Through courses such as Global and Historical Studies, we help our students understand world issues and the historical trajectories that have brought us to where we are today. Many Butler students choose to participate in shortor long-term study abroad opportunities, giving them a chance to explore cultures around the world. Through the affiliated Institute for Study Abroad at Butler University and other organizations, students can choose from more than 110 programs in over 40 countries. Many students rate study abroad among their top Butler experiences.

Our purpose at Butler University is not simply to educate students for a particular profession—it is to exemplify excellence in the liberal arts, professional education, and the integration of the two; preparing our graduates for successful careers in a dynamic, global workplace and to make a meaningful impact on their world.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1855 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 4,902 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 11:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Fine Arts; Bachelor of Music; Bachelor of Science MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: Master of Arts; Master of Business Administration; Master of Professional Accounting; Master of Fine Arts; Master of Science; Master of Physician Assistant Studies DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: Doctor of Pharmacy SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Natural and health sciences, business, dance; infusing experiential education throughout the curriculum DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: Five miles IN-STATE TUITION: $34,750 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $34,750 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 92% TOP THREE AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: No. 2 overall among Midwest Regional Universities (U.S. News and World Report); No. 1 “Up and Coming” school in the Midwest (U.S. News and World Report); A+ ratings in Teaching and A+ in Placement (Bloomberg Businessweek’s Ranking of Best Undergraduate Schools.)

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EXPLORE YOUR PASSION Over 65 major academic fields

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318 North Sixth Street Terre Haute, IN 47809 1-800-GO-TO-ISU • 1-800-468-6478 indstate.edu MAKE BLUE PART OF YOUR FUTURE Indiana State gives you more of what you’re looking for in a university from the moment you set foot on campus.

We’re for blue skies and a brighter future. We’re for recycling, wind power and trees. We were Indiana’s first Tree Campus USA. We’re for a great education and we’re for affordability – not only in tuition but in all student costs.

We’re for scholarships – big time! Indiana State awards more than $8 million in student financial awards each year. We’re also for helping you graduate on time with a new Sycamore Graduation Guarantee for new first-time students, in which we work together to ensure you’ll graduate in four years or any remaining classes are free.

Life as a Sycamore is about growing tall and strong – through classes, research, creativity, campus involvement and making a difference in communities in Indiana and around the world thanks to international study opportunities.

We’re for preparing leaders in education, business, health and human services, chemistry, physics, math and computer science, technology, biology, criminology, and geology – even oceanography. And that’s just for starters. Indiana State offers an impressive selection of academic programs across five colleges and many degrees can be completed online. Check out our majors at indstate.edu.

We’re true, blue and loyal. Indiana State students, faculty and staff contributed more than one million hours of community service last year. Two-thirds of our graduates stay in Indiana, helping to implement a vision for a better tomorrow.

We’re modern. You’ll find newly renovated laboratories, academic and wellness buildings. Our most ambitious student housing upgrade ever is under way and our Student Recreation Center is the envy of many larger campuses.

Our campus is walkable, the Campus Cupboard and Barnes & Noble College bookstore offer much of what you need – and a city bus can take you when you just have to get to the mall!

There’s more to blue at Indiana State – more diversity, more friendly people, more distinctive programs with the offerings of a major university but the atmosphere of a small, close-knit campus.

We have more of the programs you want and the experience and affordability you need. You future begins at State.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1865 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 12,448 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 19:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 106 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 41 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 10 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Education, Business, Nursing Health and Human Services, Arts and Sciences, Technology DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 77 miles IN-STATE TUITION: $8,216 per year OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $18,146 per year PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 71% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: “America’s Top 650 Colleges” – Forbes Magazine, “#1 University in the Nation for Community Service” - Washington Monthly, “Best in the Midwest” – Princeton Review

IS

BLUE FOR YOU?

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Be sure to join us for a Sycamore Preview Day. You’ll have a chance to tour campus and sit down with admissions and financial aid staff. Sycamore Preview Days are held throughout the year, so you can come when it’s most convenient. To sign up, go to indstate.edu/previewday.

Who cares if college costs and arm and a leg? We do. For the second straight year, Forbes magazine included Indiana State among the nation’s best in emphasizing both quality and value.

Questions? We’d love to hear from you. Call us at 800-GO-TO-ISU.

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4201 South Washington Street Marion, IN 46953 866-468-6498 • 765-677-2116 indwes.edu There is a unique energy at Indiana Wesleyan University – a combination of innovation, purpose and faith. When you visit campus, you can sense a difference right away. IWU students discover their God-given individuality and life calling and develop in character, scholarship and leadership.

IWU is a Christ-centered academic community in The Wesleyan Church that offers 80 undergraduate and more than 30 graduate degrees. Born out of a tradition of social activism for abolition of slavery and women’s rights, The Wesleyan Church is committed to growing IWU as a multicultural institution. The University is a senior sponsor of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference Education Directive and a sponsor of Indiana Black Expo.

Students run McConn Coffee, the school’s social hub and one of the most successful coffee shops in Indiana; conduct, publish and present research at places like Cambridge and Harvard; and travel the world for academic studies and global service opportunities. IWU’s School for Life Calling and Integrative Learning helps all students in their first two years utilize the college experience to fully realize their life’s purpose and integrate it with their faith and education.

Our Wildcat athletic teams are perennial leaders in the Crossroads League of the NAIA, both on and off the field, in athletics, academics and character. In 2014, the men’s basketball team won the NAIA National Tournament for the first time, just one year after the women picked up their second championship ring.

IWU – known for community, collaboration, creativity, mentoring, faith and learning. Oh, and don’t forget, there’s great coffee too!

YEAR FOUNDED: Established in 1920 as Marion College; became Indiana Wesleyan University in 1988 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: Residential Undergraduate in Marion: 3,000. Adult and Graduate Studies Enrollment: 10,000 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 80 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 28 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 2 DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 62 miles IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $24,102 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Kiplinger’s Personal Finance named IWU one of the 10 top private schools with the lowest sticker price among Kiplinger’s 100 best values in private universities and libreral-arts colleges AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: 17 Regional Adult Education Centers in Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky; and Online

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3200 Cold Spring Road Indianapolis, Indiana 46222 317-955-6300 • 800-772-7264 toll free admissions@marian.edu www.marian.edu

Explore your beliefs. Find your life’s work.

Many things go into the colorful mix that is your college experience— making new friends, taking part in new experiences, and maybe even finding yourself along the way. Marian University offers an academically challenging, faith-filled, life-changing experience.

For every student, the academic experience is at the core of it all. And Marian University—with its well-respected programs and faculty— strikes a balance that allows our graduates to apply the knowledge acquired in the classroom throughout their lives and careers.

Marian University isn’t your typical academic experience. Our education majors are in a classroom, observing, from their very first education course. Our photography majors receive personal instruction from a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist. Our science majors are conducting research side-by-side with internationally respected scientists. Our accounting majors are in local businesses gaining first-hand knowledge of corporate accounting practices.

Small class sizes mean personal attention from professors and opportunities to take learning outside the classroom. And with majors, minors, and concentrations that range from economics and chemistry to nursing, physics, and theology, you’re sure to find an area of study that interests you—packaged in a liberal arts setting that provides for a multi-faceted, well-rounded education.

Marian University offers an academically challenging, faith-filled, life-changing experience framed within the context of our Franciscan values—dignity of the individual, peace and justice, reconciliation, and responsible stewardship. And by becoming a Knight, you’ll graduate armed with the power to profoundly transform lives, society, and the world.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1937 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,711 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 36 majors in Business, Education and Exercise Science, Liberal Arts, Math and Sciences, Nursing MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: Teaching, Special Education, Educational Leadership, Educational Leadership (with Catholic Concentration) DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Leadership Development DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: Ten miles IN-STATE TUITION: $29,400 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $29,400 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 98% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Ranked #25 among Midwest Colleges by US News & World Report AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Marian Adult Programs

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creating leaders

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This is Marian University: a serene and beautiful campus located in the heart of one of America’s most vibrant and livable cities.

With more than 50 degree programs, Marian University students can study anything from mathematics to music to medicine. We’re small enough to give you the individual attention you deserve—and well-enough connected to help you take your next step.

This is where it starts. Here we go.

Schedule a campus visit by e-mailing campusvisit@marian.edu or by calling 317.955.6000. To apply, go to www.marian.edu/apply.

www.marian.edu Marian University is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, Indiana.

236 West Reade Ave. Upland, IN 46989 800-882-3456 www.taylor.edu A Gigantic Success: Indiana’s First Satellite Outperforms Expectations After 626 orbits, 15.6 million miles, and reams of data that Taylor University student researchers will be interpreting for weeks, TSAT, a small satellite designed and built at Taylor by Taylor University students, reentered the earth’s atmosphere somewhere over Italy’s eastern coast at one minute past midnight on May 28.

The flight capped a tremendously successful mission for the small, cube-shaped spacecraft (also known as a CubeSat), the first one to be exclusively designed and built in the State of Indiana. The small satellite blasted into space aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 booster on Good Friday from Cape Canaveral, Florida.

The only “blip” in the mission was due to three launch delays, but Taylor Physics Professor Dr. Hank Voss, the project’s principal investigator, said postponements of launches are not unusual due to the myriad of factors required for a safe, successful launch.

TSAT was carried aloft with small satellites designed and built by Ames Research Laboratory, Colorado Space Grant Consortium, and Cornell University – all of which were chosen by NASA as part of its ELaNa V (Education Launch of Nanosatellite – 5th launch) program. Taylor’s design was chosen by NASA after a nationwide competition. Additionally, Taylor’s satellite was the only unit designed and built only by undergraduate students.

CubeSats are a class of research spacecraft called nanosatellites. They are approximately four inches long, have a volume of about one quart, and weigh less than three pounds. Taylor’s CubeSat included instrumentation that tested communications between other satellites and measured plasma and temperatures in extremely low earth orbit (ELEO) – a region that has seen very little previous exploration.

“We got beautiful data, all the way into the meteor region,” said Voss. “It was a lot to be thankful for. The mission was a gigantic success.”

The satellite was the third piece of space hardware designed and/or built by students in Taylor’s engineering program. The Air Force will launch a similar Taylor CubeSat later this summer and Voss’ students are finalists for a launch next year.

Voss said the launch was the latest milestone in a growing list of successful near-space exploration initiatives at Taylor. Those milestones include years of infrastructure development in the physics program, the creation of a clean room, and a successful high-altitude balloon program that allows Taylor students to test materials, design and equipment in space-like conditions. The balloon program has been replicated at a number of universities secondary schools and businesses.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1846 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,900 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 12:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 58 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: MBA, MAHE SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Discipleship, Engineering, Film Production, Finance, Kinesiology, Public Health, Computer Science, Biology, Education, Orphans/Vulnerable Children DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 75 miles IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $37,821 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 92% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: #1 Midwest College US News & World Report (7 years in-a-row), Top Ten Study Abroad Experience - Open Doors, Top Ten in Nation for Internships Experiences

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1100 East Fifth Street Anderson, Indiana 46012 1-800-428-6414 www.anderson.edu For the approximately 2,600 students who call this campus home, Anderson University is a place of spiritual and intellectual growth. Because of the university’s commitment to providing mentoring relationships, students work closely with renowned faculty in a variety of fields. Such mentors include a biology professor known for his focused attention toward environmental stewardship, a Julliard-trained music professor who’s performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and Radio City Music Hall, and history professors who not only teaches but also delve into it themselves as researchers and writers.

The mission of Anderson University, “is to educate for a life of faith and service, in church and society.” Opportunities abound at Anderson University for students to get involved and discover which activities are most meaningful for them. Students can choose from a range of extracurricular activities: Model U.N., Multicultural Student Association, theatre, and choral and instrumental groups. Anderson University students begin making a difference as soon as they step foot on campus. Tri-S (Study, Serve, Share) takes AU students to more than 50 international destinations each year for learning and service projects.

The AU Athletic Department offers opportunities for men and women in 16 different sports. The Campus Activities Board also offers a variety of intramural experiences from basketball and flag football, to water polo, dodge ball, floor hockey, and ultimate frisbee. The Kardatzke Wellness Center is open to all students.

The facility features a weight room, a cardio equipment room, an indoor walking/ running track, and four basketball courts. Come discover AU!

YEAR FOUNDED: 1917 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,600 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 12:1 UNDERGRADUATE: 60+ including BA, BS, BM and AA. MASTERS: MBA, MSN, MM Music Education DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: ABA, AMD EXPERTISE: Preforming Arts, The

Sciences, Nursing, Education and Buisiness DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 45 Minutes IN-STATE TUITION: $26,770 OUT-OF-STATE TUTION: $26,770 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 90% TOP THREE AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: US News and Wered Report, The Princton Review and Forbes.

the real world waits for graduation.

So students at Anderson University begin reaching out into the world as soon as they step on campus. From a workday in the city during new-student orientation to an internship at the Flagship Enterprise Center, AU students work to build meaningful relationships, gain practical experience, and share the love of God through service. Come discover AU!

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2001 Newburg Rd. Louisville KY, 40205 317-940-8000 • 800-368-6852 www.bellarmine.edu Bellarmine University transforms the lives of students through an unabridged education that’s unique among schools in the region.

Bellarmine is a consistent presence on top college lists, thanks to a 12:1 studentto-faculty ratio and one of the nation’s most extensive study abroad programs.

Bellarmine has 150 partnership sites that allow students to study in over 50 countries spanning six continents.

At Bellarmine, students receive a personalized academic experience, along with some big-time benefits. The campus boasts over 50 clubs and organizations, with 20 NCAA Division II athletic teams, plus Division I men’s lacrosse. Bellarmine’s spirited fans make Knights Hall one of the best home court advantages in college basketball.

Just five miles from downtown Louisville, Bellarmine is at the heart of cultural and recreational attractions in the nation’s 16th-largest city. Bellarmine’s Career Center helps students and graduates connect with top corporations, small businesses and innovative nonprofits in Louisville and beyond.

The 144-acre campus is nestled in a safe, historic neighborhood and features indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a fitness center and athletic fields. Recent campus additions include a sports stadium, new classroom space and state-of-the-art residence halls.

A Bellarmine education is unabridged and affordable. All freshmen receive institutional scholarships and grants, averaging $19,000 per student. Use the Net Price Calculator at www.bellarmine.edu to discover how affordable a Bellarmine education can be for you.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1950 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 3,422 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 12:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 50 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 18 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 3 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Business, Accounting, Finance, Nursing, Education, Physical Therapy, Communication, Liberal Arts DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 119 miles IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $33,500 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: One of nation’s 377 best colleges (Princeton Review), #11 among Southern Colleges & Universities (US News & World Report), Among America’s Top Colleges (Forbes)

Receive Institutional Scholarships.

Education, unabridged At Bellarmine University, we don’t believe students should have to sacrifice challenging academics for a traditional college experience. Which is why we offer 100% of our freshmen institutional scholarships, in addition to possible institutional grants – making our unabridged education more affordable.

To find out just how affordable Bellarmine University really is, visit our Net Price Calculator today at bellarmine.studentaidcalculator.com.

Bellarmine University admits qualified students of any age, gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, color, religion, and national or ethnic origin.

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107 S. Indiana Ave. Bloomington, IN 47405 812-855-4848 www.iu.edu

INDIANA UNIVERSITY is a major multi-campus public research

broad access to undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education.

institution grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, and a world leader in professional, medical, and technological education.

Our strength lies in our reach. We offer numerous in-demand majors and programs across the state, and have a campus near you. IU works tirelessly

With eight campuses throughout the state, including core campuses in

to improve the quality of scholarship, to expand opportunities for all

Bloomington and Indianapolis, and regional campuses in Fort Wayne,

students, and to make Indiana a better place to live, work, and learn.

Gary, Kokomo, New Albany, Richmond, and South Bend, we provide

YEAR FOUNDED: 1820 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 115,412 (95,127 undergraduate, 20,285 graduate) STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 UNDERGRADUATE, MASTERS, DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: Visit individual campus websites through www.iu.edu EXPERTISE: Business, Sciences, Humanities, Music, Education, Nursing, Law, Dentistry, Health and Rehabilitation, Public Health, Philanthropy, Library Science, Informatics and Computing, Medicine TUITION: Visit individual campus websites through www.iu.edu STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 67.5% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: No. 37 among the “100 Best Values” in public institution in the country by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance; Kelley School of Business is ranked in the top 10 best undergraduate programs by Bloomberg Businessweek; 2nd largest medical school in the United States.

Build the Foundation You Need to

succeed At Indiana University, we’re serious about preparing tomorrow’s dreamers, doers, and leaders for a lifetime of success by investing everything we have in IU students—today.

We understand the value of a college education to Hoosiers and their families, and strive to make it accessible and affordable, with programs in place to help students graduate on time at a manageable cost.

Explore your future at iu.edu

420 University Boulevard Indianapolis, IN 46202 317-274-5555 iupui.edu

Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) is Indiana’s

U.S. News & World Report ranked IUPUI fifth in its list of “Up-and

premier urban research university with 21 schools and academic programs

Coming” national universities to watch. It is home to nationally ranked

granting more than 250 degrees. Its location within blocks of downtown

programs in business, health, law, nursing, and public and environment

Indianapolis facilitates the advancement of research and teaching. It

affairs. In addition, IUPUI is renowned for its emphasis on service learning

also presents unique opportunities for internships, partnerships, and

and civic engagement.

community engagement.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1968 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 30,488 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 127 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 112 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 37 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Business, Computer Science, Education, Health, Law, Public and Environmental Affairs DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 1.6 miles IN-STATE TUITION: $8,756 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $29,571 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 71% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: School of Public and Environmental Affairs at IUPUI ranked #6 in the country in Nonprofit Management in 2012, IUPUI ranked 5th by U.S. News and World Report in “Up-and-Coming National Universities,” Kelley School of Business Indianapolis Evening MBA program ranked 1st in the country for academic quality by Bloomberg Businessweek, 2013

An Education You Can

depend on At IUPUI, we’ll take you on a life-changing journey. You’ll make lasting connections with professors, peers, and alumni, and you’ll leave with an education that works—anywhere.

You can count on us to make your education as affordable as possible with programs that help you graduate on time, at a manageable cost. So, go ahead. Prepare for a lifetime of success. We’ll be here to support you every step of the way.

Explore your future at iupui.edu

604 East College Avenue P.O. Box 365 North Manchester, IN 46962 1-800-852-3648 www.manchester.edu At Manchester University, we strive to create the best academic and experiential education to graduate students prepared to compete. Through close personal relationships and mentoring, students find the encouragement they need for success.

They learn to think critically in an environment that prizes the growth of the whole person.

Manchester is a place of affordable excellence, and innovative programs ensure our students’ success. Manchester’s Triple Guarantee assures that students receive financial aid, graduate in four years and have a job or graduate school placement within six months of graduation. Our Fast Forward program allows students to earn their bachelor’s degree in just three years. With more than 60 areas of study, including the nation’s first peace studies program, the only sales program offered by an Indiana liberal arts institution, a master’s degree in athletic training, and a doctoral program in pharmacy, Manchester has something to offer every student.

Through rich, hands-on experiences, such as undergraduate research projects, study abroad opportunities and immersive internships, our students gain a competitive edge. They make connections and build confidence by participating in more than 60 student organizations and graduate equipped to lead. Within six months of graduation, 95 percent of Manchester graduates are employed, enrolled in graduate school or participating in full-time voluntary service.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1889 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,300 STUDENTFACULTY RATIO: 16:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 60 GRADUATE DECREES: 1 (Athletic Training) DOCTORAL DEGREES: 1 (Doctor of Pharmacy) EXPERTISE: Accounting and Business, Natural Sciences, Psychology, Athletic Training, Education, Peace Studies, Pharmacy IN-STATE TUITION: $28,000 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $28,000 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 20 consecutive years as a “Best College” by U.S. News & World Report, including 4th in the Midwest in its 2014 “Great Schools, Great Prices” ranking; “2014 Best College in the Midwest” by Princeton Review; Only university in the U.S. to hold permanent observer status with the United Nations as a Non-Governmental Organization.

333 Thomas More Parkway Crestview Hills, KY 41017 859-344-3332 ThomasMore.edu Make College a Transformative Experience Thomas More College is a values-based liberal arts institution that is proud to be one of 10 diocesan colleges in the nation. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Cincinnati in Crestview Hills, Ky., the College offers personalized attention and strong academic programs, which allow students to have a distinctive and transformative experience.

Announcing… a Marine Biology Track!

Biology majors interested in pursuing Marine Biology can participate in the Marine Biology Track, the only program of its kind in the state of Kentucky. A partnership with the nationally ranked Newport Aquarium provides hands-on learning and research opportunities.

Announcing… an Athletic Training Major!

This program combines classroom education with clinical field experience to prepare students for a career in the allied health profession of athletic training. Graduates can

find employment opportunities in a variety of settings including sports medicine clinics/hospitals, colleges and universities, sports organizations and industrial settings.

Announcing… Marching Band!

Some of the greatest marching bands in the nation are here in our region. Students can participate in band this fall and TMC hopes to make the Marching Saints the largest band in Division III! Announcing… Women’s Lacrosse!

Women’s lacrosse is an emerging sport in the NCAA and bringing it to Thomas More College enhances the Saints’ strong tradition of excellence in athletics.

Whether you are just getting started in your college search or are ready to submit your application, we are here to help. To schedule your campus visit, please visit www.thomasmore.edu or call 859-344-3332.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1921 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,600 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: BA, BS, BES, BSN, BBA, AA, AES MASTERS DEGREES: MBA, MAT, MS, MED EXPERTISE: Liberal Arts DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 115 miles (2 hours) IN-STATE TUITION: $27,268 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $27,268 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Named U.S. News & World Report “Best College” Regional Universities - South, Catholic College of Distinction, Kentucky College of Distinction, Named one of the best values in higher education by Money magazine’s Best College Buys issue, Recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for Advancement of Teaching as a ‘selective liberal arts college.’

AFFILIATED COLLEGES: Blue Ash, Ohio campus

1800 Lincoln Avenue Evansville, Indiana 47722 800-423-8633 www.evansville.edu At the University of Evansville (UE), located less than a three-hour drive from Indianapolis via I-69, students benefit from an academically challenging atmosphere and personalized approach not found on larger campuses. With an average class size of 18, numerous opportunities for hands-on learning, and talented faculty members passionate about teaching, UE students receive individual attention and are wellprepared for their chosen careers.

Through the Schroeder School of Business, the College of Education and Health Sciences, the College of Engineering and Computer Science, and the Ridgway College of Arts and Sciences, students are able to choose from 80 different majors and more than 100 areas of study. More than 63 percent of students also study abroad - many at our Harlaxton College campus in Grantham, England. UE students can expect a life-transforming educational experience that prepares them to make an impact in their careers, life, and world.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1854 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,526 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 80 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 5 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Archaeology, Athletic Training, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Music, Nursing, Physical Therapy, Theatre DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 167 miles IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $31,776 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 95% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Consistently ranked one of the top 10 regional universities in the Midwest

by U.S. News & World Report; 3rd for “Great Schools at Great Prices” in the region by U.S. News & World Report; 7th for study abroad participation as ranked by the Institute of International Education’s Open Doors Report

Make Your Impact.

Where do you envision your college degree taking you? Will you lead a Fortune 500 company, train professional athletes, design an automobile, or appear on Broadway? As a University of Evansville student, you can expect an education that will help you plan, learn, experience, and achieve your personal goals.

We focus on personal results for students, and that translates to success after graduation. In fact, 94 percent of 2013 graduates were employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.

Learn how UE can help you make an impact through personal results. Schedule a visit at www.evansville.edu/indy.

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Knowledge for Life 8600 University Boulevard Evansville, IN 47712 812-464-8600 www.USI.edu The University of Southern Indiana serves nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 91 Indiana counties, 39 states, and 67 nations and offers study-abroad opportunities in more than 60 countries. A public higher education institution, located on a vibrant, beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana, we offer 80 programs through the College of Liberal Arts, Romain College of Business, College of Nursing and Health Professions, and the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education.

We’re continuing a tradition of affordable excellence. At USI, you’ll engage with a faculty committed to teaching, learn to solve real-world challenges, and develop priceless relationships and memories that will last a lifetime. With 15 varsity men’s and women’s sports and more than 100 student organizations, there’s something for everyone. And, we’re less than three hours from Indianapolis.

At USI, you’ll find more than an education; you’ll find Knowledge for Life!

YEAR FOUNDED: 1965 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 9,902 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 16:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 70 MASTERS DEGREES: 10 DOCTORAL DEGREES: 1 (Doctor of Nursing Practice) EXPERTISE: The University of Southern Indiana is a broad-based institution offering a variety of degree programs in fields of business, liberal arts, health professions, science, engineering, and education. DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 174 miles, under three hours IN-STATE TUITION: $6,697 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $16,037 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 85% TOP THREE AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: The University of Southern Indiana is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an engaged university for both Curricular Engagement and Outreach and Partnerships; USI’s Romain College of Business is ranked fourth in the nation for Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Programs by the United States Association for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs, the world’s largest independent organization dedicated to advancing entrepreneurship; USI Baseball won the 2014 and 2010 NCAA Division II National Championships.

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1002 N. First Street Vincennes, IN 47591 800-742-9198 www.vinu.edu Vincennes University, founded in 1801, is the birthplace of one of the nation’s first two-year institutions of higher learning. For over 200 years the University has evolved and grown to meet the educational needs of not only Indiana residents, but the entire nation, as a premier transfer institution and leader in innovative career programming. VU’s faculty and staff are dedicated to the University mission of helping students achieve their academic/career goals through educational tracks that lead to baccalaureate degrees, associate degrees, and professional certificates.

VU students have access to the complete college experience at Indiana’s most affordable residential college. The 173-acre campus includes seven residence halls, a PE Complex, Aquatic Center, recreation center, library, theatre, TV and radio stations, and more. Students from across Indiana, 28 states, and 22 countries enjoy the benefits of the small class sizes, individualized attention (16:1 studentto-faculty ratio), and hands-on programming that VU is known for.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1801 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 18,383 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 16:1 BACHELOR DEGREES OFFERED: 6 ASSOCIATE DEGREES OFFERED: 109 CERTIFICATES OFFERED: 48 EXPERTISE: Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Homeland Security and Public Safety, Nursing, Business, Education, Science and Math, Performing Arts DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 120 miles IN-STATE TUITION: $4,609 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $11,457 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 89% AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Aviation Technology Center in Indianapolis, American Sign Language Program at the Indiana School for the Deaf, Gibson County Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics, Jasper Campus, Logistics Training Education Center in Plainfield, and the Jasper Campus.

410 West Wabash Avenue Crawfordsville, IN 47933 admissions@wabash.edu 800-345-5385 • 765-361-6225 www.wabash.edu WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A WABASH MAN It means you are serious. At Wabash and in life, that’s what separates the men from the boys. If you are serious, you welcome challenge and you care about character. You have real, tangible goals and you’re ready to do whatever it takes to meet them.

Wabash men know how to have fun (come to the Monon Bell Game and see for yourself), but they’re not your typical college students. They have different priorities. Like traveling to Peru to tackle global health problems, winning a national championship, or conducting cutting edge scientific research during summer “break.”

If you are serious about your future and have goals like getting into Harvard Law, starting a community arts program in downtown Indy, or landing a coveted microfinance job in Southeast Asia, then you need to look at Wabash. We’re not messing around. This is about your future. Seriously.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1832 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 900 men STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 10:1 MISSION: To educate men to think critically, act responsibly, lead effectively, and live humanely. AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 13 MAJORS: 24 EXPERTISE: Liberal Arts, pre-professional programs in medicine, law, and business, and 3:2 programs in engineering. ATHLETICS: 11 intercollegiate sports in NCAA Division III TUITION: $35,000 STUDENTS RECEIVING MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS: 77%

WABASH The Liberal Arts College for Men COLLEGE Four years at Wabash Will change your liFe.

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One in eight Wabash College graduates holds the title of Owner, President, Chairman, or CEO. Nearly 40% of Wabash graduates have advanced degrees.

84% of Wabash students who apply are admitted to medical school.

Nearly 80% are admitted to law school.

Wabash is one of only 40 schools featured in the best-selling book Colleges That Change Lives.

Andy Walsh ’14, Clinton, IN Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude, President of three student organizations, Varsity athlete in three sports

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One University Avenue Bourbonnais, Illinois 60914 800-648-1463 • 815-939-5011 www.olivet.edu Olivet Nazarene University is an accredited Christian, liberal arts university offering more than 100 areas of study. Founded in 1907, Olivet now welcomes more than 4,500 students each year.

Just 50 miles south of Chicago, Olivet’s beautiful park-like campus includes 30 major buildings on 250 acres in Bourbonnais, Illinois, and is complemented with four additional locations in Indianapolis, Indiana; Rolling Meadows, Illinois; Oak Brook, Illinois; and Hong Kong. With more than 100 other School of Graduate and Continuing Studies locations, there are numerous opportunities to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees on ground and online.

From Oxford to Tokyo, hundreds of Olivet students experience the global classroom each year, through study abroad opportunities and global mission

trips. They also enjoy internships with a diverse group of companies and organizations including ESPN, NorthWest Financial, the Indianapolis Colts, State Farm, Defender Direct, Center for Public Justice, United Way, Center for Neighborhood Technology, Mote Marine Laboratory, Argonne National Laboratories, the Chicago Bears and Tyndale House.

Tiger athletics consists of over 20 competitive men’s and women’s athletic teams and has fostered successful professional careers for Ben Zobrist, infielder for the Tampa Bay Rays; Ben Heller, pitcher for the Lake County Captains, the Class A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians; and Mark Hollis, a top U.S. pole vaulter. In 2014, for the fifth straight year, the Tigers won the CCAC All-Sports Cup, recognizing Olivet’s high-caliber athletic programs.

YEAR FOUNDED: 1907 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 4,600 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 100+ MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 26 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Nursing, Business, Engineering, Biology/Chemistry (Pre-Med), Education DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 150 miles, 2 hours and 30 minutes IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $31,390 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 99.3% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: US News Best Colleges, Top ROI: Affordable Colleges Online, CCAC All Sports Cup (5 years) AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Oak Brook, IL; Rolling Meadows, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Hong Kong

Now Open! Come visit our new School of Graduate and Continuing Studies location at 7302 Woodland Drive, Indianapolis.

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AT EARLHAM, WE STRIVE TO BE FULLY PRESENT: thoroughly immersed in learning, intentionally direct in our actions, and invested in a community of people who listen to each other and learn from new perspectives.

It’s not just about asking, “What will I learn?” It’s about asking, “How will I live?”

And it’s about understanding that becoming fully present is the THE BEST WAY TO BECOME FULLY PREPARED for the future. You receive the best preparation possible for a life of impact, by integrating a rigorous education with real-world application.

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11th among national liberal art colleges for commitment to excellence in teaching.

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A nationally recognized college with 1,200 students from over 40 states and over 70 countries.

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Among top 2% of institutions nationwide in the percentage of graduates who earn research doctorates.

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“” After being here for four years, I can say that this is an elite place, without the elitism.

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For more information visit earlham.edu or call 1-800-EARLHAM (327-5426).

801 National Road West, Richmond, Indiana, 47374.

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We get it — higher education is an expensive investment. So we’re increasing scholarships. Managing costs. And doing everything we can to increase the longterm value of a Purdue degree. Because when we say that big ideas are at the core of higher education — we mean it. Which is why we’re forging the way in STEM leadership by investing in our students.

And changing the world as a result.

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