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EARLHAM COLLEGE success and the ability of students to engage the complex, interconnected world around them. Classes are the ideal size for discovery and discussion. A global perspective comes naturally to the campus community. Earlham is ranked sixth among all colleges and universities in the U.S. for the percentage of international students enrolled. Additionally, two-thirds of Earlhamites study abroad, most in unique programs led by Earlham’s celebrated faculty members. With such a variety of students, Earlham’s campus is both lively and welcoming. Earlham embraces cultural and individual differences alike and offers unparalleled opportunities for leadership, friendship and community. Students from nearly all 50 states and from more than 70 countries are attracted to Earlham College in Richmond. Located about an hour’s drive from Indianapolis, Earlham is recognized internationally for excellent teaching and for preparing its students to make a positive difference in the world: scientifically, intellectually, artistically, economically, socially. Earlham is ranked among the top 10 liberal arts colleges nationally for its commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, a commitment that matters deeply to student
Excellent teaching and mentoring allows Earlham to stand with the nation’s top institutions for the number of students winning prestigious academic fellowships — Fulbrights and Watsons — for doing research abroad. Earlham graduates students with some of the highest acceptance rates for medical professions and for law and business schools. The global emphasis is also a match for 21st century employers, with recent studies of employer’s expectations showing an increased demand for employees with just such a global perspective.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1847 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,019 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 10:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 40 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 1 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Liberal arts, international study, pre-professional preparation in medicine, law, business, environmental science DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 70 miles IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $43,500 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 80% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: National rankings by U.S. News & World Report: Top 10 liberal arts college for commitment to teaching excellence, 6th for percentage of international students on campus; 1st among Indiana colleges and universities for percentage of undergraduates who go on to earn a Ph.D.; Listed among 40 colleges in the book Colleges that Change Lives for nearly 20 years. CONTACT INFORMATION: 801 National Road West, Richmond, Indiana 47374, 1-765-983-1200, earlham.edu
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Paying for College
Butler University’s Jordan Hall, the historic centerpiece of campus
It isn’t easy. But both students and parents have various tools at their disposal to help make higher education easier on the wallet.
by Lori D. Roberts
hen kids are little, it’s easy to deny the reality of college expenses. Maybe parents set some money aside when Junior was born and put away less and less as Junior demanded more and more. Maybe they pinned their hopes on a mysterious benefactor with a loaded checkbook. The years flew by, the parents blinked, and college bills are just around the corner. College administrators know that most families don’t have a tuition angel. But financial aid is available, whether it’s in the form of scholarships and grants that pay a portion of the tuition bill, or loans that students and parents can pay back over time. Consider the investment, says John Beacon, senior vice president for enrollment management, marketing, and communications at Indiana State University. A college education can open the doors to a successful financial future. “A college degree makes it more likely that you’re going to get a job,” Beacon says. “The earnings over a lifetime are going to far
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exceed what you’re going to have to pay back in student loans.” Ready for a financial-aid primer? Check out the suggestions below from Beacon and Melissa Smurdon, Butler University’s director of financial aid.
fill out the FAFSA. FAFSA is an acronym for the U.S. Department of Education’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The online application asks questions about family size, income, savings, and other variables to determine the student’s financial-aid eligibility for federal, state, and school funds. In order to receive those funds, families must fill out the FAFSA. Even families who don’t expect to qualify for financial aid would be wise to have an updated FAFSA on file, Beacon says. “You can’t predict the future,” he says. “A breadwinner’s illness or loss of employment can change the picture dramatically. If the FAFSA is on file, that saves some time. Otherwise it’s a slower process.” Today’s FAFSA is a bit different from the one parents struggled with a generation ago. The online FAFSA streamlines the
do
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High-school students participate in scholarship interview day at Indiana State University.
don’t
forget the deadlines. Most states have
FAFSA filing deadlines, Smurdon says. Indiana’s deadline is March 10 for the following academic year. But certain colleges and universities may have earlier deadlines. Though the FAFSA requires the current year’s tax-return information, families can estimate their income when they complete the FAFSA and adjust it after they file their taxes. “There’s now a tool where you can go back to the FAFSA after you file with the IRS and pull the information into your FAFSA application,” Smurdon says.
Helping Hands Students and parents who need assistance navigating the FAFSA, the all-important form that’s required for receiving financial aid, can find it at College Goal Sunday. Slated to take place in February 2016, the event—which is free—pairs families with financial-aid representatives from colleges and universities, who will walk you through filling out the online FAFSA correctly. About 10 sites around Indianapolis will host College Goal Sunday. For the specific date, a list of venues, and which documents to bring, visit collegegoalsunday.org.
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look at the numbers. The FAFSA will assign something called the Expected Family Contribution, which is what the family will be expected to pay out of pocket for college. It’s easy to assume this number translates into the dollar amount you have to pay for school. That’s not necessarily true, Smurdon says. The EFC is an eligibility index that schools use in relation to their cost and whatever aid is available. Sometime in the spring, schools will present a financial-aid package to fill the gap between the family contribution and the total cost of attendance. Such packages typically include three categories: Grants or scholarships, which do not have to be paid back. Subsidized or unsubsidized loans. These are low-interest loans for students. Subsidized loans are offered to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. The U.S. Department of Education pays interest on the loan while the student is in school at least part time. Unsubsidized loans do not require demonstrated financial need, but the student is responsible for paying the interest or adding it to the total loan amount after leaving school. Work-study programs, which allow eligible students to earn money during the school year. These part-time jobs can be on or off campus.
do
don’t
forget to do your own legwork.
The school’s financial-aid package is just one avenue to pursue. Many scholarships are available through private organizations, local community foundations, large corporations, and other sources. Talk to the university’s financial-aid office and check out what’s offered through your high school’s guidance department. Sometimes a parent’s
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process, asking only the necessary questions for each student’s financial situation. There’s also a handy tool for uploading the family’s tax-return information from the Internal Revenue Service.
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employer has scholarships for employees’ children. There may even be aid for so-called “under-enrolled” majors, where schools entice potential students with scholarships. Websites like fastweb.com will try to match students with potential scholarships for free. Other sites offer to do the job for a fee. Smurdon advises against this. “We have found that the services offering to match people with scholarships for a cost have not been successful,” she says.
let the numbers fool you. Tuition rates vary between schools. But many families may discover that schools have different levels of aid, which will affect the final cost. Private institutions may have different financial-aid sources not available at their publicschool counterparts. “Financial aid is not just based on the family’s ability to contribute; it’s also based on the cost of the institution,” Smurdon says.
don’t
do
consider other means of paying for college. Students have choices, Beacon says.
These include going to a school with a lower price tag, going to the local university and living at home, or spending the first couple of years at a community college before transferring to a four-year school. Beacon encourages families to consider the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program, which pays for college in exchange for military service after graduation. Many students, even those who are not eligible for a school’s work-study program, will pick up a part-time job during the school year and over the summer to help pay educational and personal expenses. Working during college is a family decision, Smurdon says, but it may be a wise one. “For us, work on campus has often shown to increase the student’s engagement with the institution,” she says.
don’t
assume financial-aid awards apply to all four years of college.
Financial aid and scholarships may change from year to year, based on family income, the number of college students in a family, and other variables. Some scholarships are renewable each year, and some depend on a certain GPA or course load for renewal. Read the details, Beacon says. A scholarship may be offered on what he calls a “4-3-2-1” scale. That $10,000 scholarship may be doled out as $4,000 the first year, $3,000 the next year, $2,000 during junior year, and $1,000 during the senior year. “They can reduce it every year as the student becomes more loan eligible and is more likely to stay at the school for the duration,” Beacon says.
do
take steps now to increase the potential for scholarships in the future. Many
scholarships and grants require a minimum GPA and school or community involvement. Early participation in a student’s high-school career, like pursuing one’s passions through
Do Your Homework Nothing beats an in-person visit for learning more about a school. But when it comes to educating yourself on how to pay for those four—or more—years, there are many online resources that are worth your time. Here are some helpful places to start. Studentaid.ed.gov, the website of the office of Federal Student Aid, breaks down the types of assistance available—loans, grants, and scholarships—and how they work. It also includes a guide to loan repayment and a tool that looks at the type of loan, its balance, and its interest rate to estimate monthly payments after graduation. The Paying for College section of consumerfinance.gov explains the differences between federal and private loans, lets you compare costs for up to three schools, and offers advice on repaying student loans. On finaid.org, you can enter an institution’s one-year cost (find estimates on the school’s website) to see how expenses will increase over the course of four years. This site also features an Expected Family Contribution calculator, which takes tax-return info and other details to arrive at your EFC. Be warned: It’s fairly involved, but there’s also a Quick EFC calculator that doesn’t require you to plug in as much info. Finaid.org also has a loanrepayment estimator and a scholarship search. Type in any school, and the Net Price Calculator Center on collegecost.ed.gov takes you directly to that service on the institution’s website. The site’s College Affordability and Transparency Center lists those schools with the highest and lowest tuition and highest and lowest net prices (a school’s cost of attendance minus scholarships and grants). Fastweb.com and bigfuture.collegeboard.org are multifaceted sites with several handy tools. Those include profiles on all types of schools nationwide, information on financial aid, scholarship searches, career-planning tips, cost calculators, and advice for choosing a major.
school activities or volunteer work, can only be beneficial. Focus on keeping up the GPA. Many schools offer merit aid that awards grants to students with high GPAs and standardized-test scores. Hard work now can make a difference during a student’s college years. “Taking a challenging curriculum and having a breadth of experiences like volunteer service, extracurricular activities, and opportunities for leadership are things schools are looking for these days,” Smurdon says. August 2015 | COLLEGE GUIDE 5
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The Future is Here
IUPUI’s OTEAM of current undergraduate students facilitates orientation for incoming freshmen.
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How do you settle upon a school? By thinking through what’s important to you—and listening to your intuition.
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cholarship opportunities, class size, location, rankings, student life, graduate employment rates. As you narrow down your list of college options, the list of factors only seems to grow longer and more complicated. Picking your shortlist may have been easy, but choosing one from that list can be a daunting task. Here are some things to consider when choosing between better and best. Ask yourself what’s most important to you. When deciding whether one college’s student life outweighs another college’s scholarships, Craig Coe, assistant director of admissions at Indiana Wesleyan University, says that it really depends on the student’s preferences. “Something that may be important to Student A is not at all important to Student B,” he says. Some people will say cost is the most important factor, while others may say internship opportunities, but only you know what will make your college experience most enjoyable. While trying to figure out what considerations are most imperative, don’t forget that admissions counselors and academic and career advisors are there for you. It’s their job to help you sort through information to make a difficult decision, so never feel bad about peppering them with questions. They can also help you set up meetings with current students or professors, a strategy that Greg Rathnow, assistant director of undergraduate admissions at IUPUI, strongly suggests. Ask them what they think about the school and programs in which you’re interested. Students and professors have the most insight and will be completely honest with you. You might be surprised by how willing current students are to help. Not long ago, they were in the same boat as you, and now they have firsthand experience to share. But be careful not to depend too heavily on any one factor. Rathnow points to rankings as an example. “I don’t think those carry as much weight as students or parents give them,” he says. “As long as it’s a nationally accredited institution, the college experience is really going to be what the student puts into it.” At the end of the day, both Coe and Rathnow admit that choosing your college depends on a kind of intangible gut feeling. And that’s okay. Along with receiving an education, you also have to live, make friends, and develop professional connections. All of that will be easier when you are comfortable and happy. “Many majors and programs can be similar between multiple schools, but the student has to know this is where they want to spend the next four years of their life and where they’re going to be developed personally and professionally,” Coe says. Rathnow went to a small, rural liberal-arts school and now works at IUPUI. He thinks spending time on each campus will help you decide which one feels right. “I’ve seen the benefits of a small liberal-arts school. I’ve seen the benefits of a large state institution,” he says. “I wouldn’t change my undergrad experience for the world, but I also recog-
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nize that there are things happening here at IUPUI that wouldn’t happen on the small, private side of things. And vice versa. There’s a school out there for everyone.”
Assistant professor Benjamin Linger discusses chemistry with students at Indiana Wesleyan University.
15 Questions Important things to think about as you narrow down your college choices: What are my main reasons for attending college? What type of work do I want to do after graduation, and will this school help me accomplish that? How much can I comfortably afford to spend? What financial aid is available at the schools I’m considering? Is a work-study program offered? Would I prefer a small, medium, or large campus? In what type of environment am I most comfortable: urban, suburban, or a traditional college town? Do I want small class sizes with one-on-one attention, or would I prefer large classes where I’m likely to blend in? How important are student activities to me? Do these schools offer the types of activities that interest me? Is my potential major offered? If I change majors, are my second or third choices available? What student support services does the school offer? Does this school accept Advanced Placement credits or dual-credit courses I completed while in high school? Am I comfortable with the school’s distance from home? Sources: collegeboard.org, scholarships.com, fastweb.com
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YOU’LL SEE A BIG RETURN ON INVESTMENT.
OUR ACADEMICS ARE NATIONALLY RANKED.
Wondering if Butler’s worth it?
We aren’t one to toot our own horn,
Our placement rate speaks for itself.
but U.S.News and World Report
By the end of their senior year,
rated Butler among the top schools
95 percent of Butler graduates
in the country when it comes to
were employed, attending graduate
undergraduate offerings that lead
school, or participating in a
to student success. Okay, toot-toot.
gap-year experience.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING MATTERS HERE.
OUR STUDENTS ARE PASSIONATE. More than 150 student organizations,
Learning doesn’t just mean lectures. We get you out of the classroom and into hands-on experiences like internships, service learning courses,
dozens of club and intramural sports, and countless social and educational programs—no wonder 94 percent of Butler students are involved.
and research opportunities.
OUR CLASSES ARE (REALLY) SMALL.
CAMPUS IS #BUTIFUL.
Our average class size is 21, our
Have you been dreaming of a
student-faculty ratio is just 12:1,
picturesque college campus?
and a professor—never a TA—
With over 295 park-like acres,
will teach every one of your courses.
amazing architecture, and a
Need we say more?
new, state-of-the-art housing facility on its way, Butler has it all.
INDIANAPOLIS IS BULLDOG COUNTRY.
WE PLAY ON THE BIG STAGE.
From professional sports teams to
athletics program. Butler plays in the
We’re a small school with a big-time world-class restaurants and a thriving music and theater scene, Indy has something for everyone. We’re only five miles from downtown,
BIG EAST Conference, which means you’ll get to cheer on the Bulldogs as they compete against some of the nation’s best. #GoDawgs
so take your pick.
WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK.
OUR MASCOT HAS A NATIONAL FOLLOWING.
Everyone at Butler is empowered and expected to look out for one another. It’s something we call our “Community of Care,” and you’ll be a part of it from your very first day on campus.
Butler Blue III (affectionately known as “Trip”) comes to work every day and has a social circle of over 15,000 Twitter and over 12,000 Instagram followers. Want in? Belly rubs accepted.
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Networking Knights at Marian University gives students an opportunity to practice professional social skills.
All’s Fair
by Summer Daily
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ho wants to spend an entire day at a college fair listening to people talk about school rankings and student loans? Besides, every place has a website now, and you can get all the information you need from those, right? Well, not exactly. Luann Brames, director of fresh-
man admission at Marian University, thinks college fairs are indispensable tools when it comes to picking a school. They offer a big advantage by bringing together so many options in one place. “It saves you a lot of time because you’ve got all your resources in one room, and you can ask in-depth questions regarding program specifics, financial aid and scholarships, and admission requirements,” Brames says. “You can get on-the-spot answers to a lot of questions that you would be searching for on websites.” Many of the larger fairs also offer informational sessions on
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College fairs are a font of information for prospective students. Here’s how to navigate them successfully.
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applying to college, filing for financial aid, and researching scholarship opportunities. The first step to ensuring a good college fair experience is choosing the right fair. Regional fairs are going to feature in-state colleges and colleges in neighboring states, whereas a national fair will include schools from coast to coast. If you know you’re interested in staying close to home, head to the regional fair, which will have more viable options for you. Once you’ve chosen one or two fairs to attend, make sure you register for them. Brames explains that this will help maximize interaction with colleges and will allow students to easily request additional information from their top choices without the need to fill out information cards for each school. When you get there, don’t wander around blindly. Go in with a game plan that will help you get the facts you need. Brames encourages students to come with a list of colleges to talk to. “But make sure you have a wide range of schools on it,” she says. “Keep your options open, but it’s going to be pretty hard to talk to every institution during a national fair.”
Event Horizon College fairs are a great way to learn about a wide variety of schools—especially if you’re just starting to explore your options and you’re not entirely sure what type of school might fit you best. Here are a few upcoming fairs you might want to attend. WHAT The Center for Leadership Development’s College Prep Conference and College Fair WHEN & WHERE 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. August 22 at the Indiana Convention Center
Students in grades 8–12 are invited to attend the event, which will include breakout sessions on topics like college applications, financial aid, and the role of parents throughout the admissions process. The cost is $15; register by August 7. DETAILS
MORE INFO
923-8111, cldinc.org
WHAT The National Association of College Admissions Counseling Indianapolis National College Fair WHEN & WHERE 9 a.m.–noon and 6–8 p.m. September 17 at the Indiana Convention Center
Meet with school representatives to learn about course offerings, admissions requirements, and financial aid. DETAILS
MORE INFO
nacacnet.org/college-fairs
WHAT The North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals Christian College Fair
You don’t want an extremely narrow list that keeps you from learning about other interesting schools, but you also don’t want such a broad selection that you’re unable to use your time efficiently. Students should also bring questions that highlight what’s most important to them when making the decision. For example, if you’re interested in a school’s music program, ask each representative for information pertaining to that. “This will ensure students are capturing the same basic information for each institution they speak with and will allow them to note unique features of each school,” says Brames. Students should also make note of any application and scholarship deadlines. Nothing is worse than seeing you’re eligible for a large award two days after its due date. Hopefully, you can avoid disappointments like that by attending a fair or two and coming prepared with the questions you need answered. Choosing a school can be overwhelming, but college fairs can make that decision a little less stressful. 12 COLLEGE GUIDE | August 2015
WHEN & WHERE 6:30–8:30 p.m. September 29 at Heritage Christian School DETAILS Learn about Christian schools from around the country and sit in on a financial-aid workshop. MORE INFO
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WHAT The Hendricks College Network’s College & Career Fair WHEN & WHERE 5–8 p.m. February 25, 2016, at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex DETAILS Workshops begin at 5 p.m. and will cover topics such as admissions, essay writing, and financial aid. From 6–8 p.m., students and their families can meet with representatives from more than 100 colleges, universities, training providers, and military programs. MORE INFO
745-8804, hendrickscollegenetwork.org
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Students meet with employers at a Manchester University career fair, an event similar in scope to a college fair.
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Prospective students and parents are guided on a tour of Bellarmine University.
Making the Most of Your Campus Visit Advance planning can lead to a more enjoyable and informative tour. ou can find out just about anything online. And that’s a boon for prospective students making that ohso-important decision about which college or university to attend. But no matter how picture-perfect it appears online or how scintillating the accompanying text, nothing takes the place of actually being there. “The college visit is very important because it gives potential students the ability to see for themselves if the campus is a good fit for them,” says Lauren Keeling, associate dean of admissions at Bellarmine University in Louisville.
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prepping for your visit
Schedule your time so you meet with the admissions counselor, go on a group tour, and also take advantage of other
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helpful resources—a professor, a coach, a financial-aid counselor, an alum, or a student involved in a sport or activity about which you’re passionate. With prior notice, you may even be able to sit in on a class or dine at a dorm cafeteria. “Colleges can accommodate many things if we know about them in advance,” says Adam Hohman, director of admissions at Manchester University. If someone in your party needs a golf cart or wheelchair, let the admissions office know beforehand, and be sure to wear comfortable shoes. Also make sure your visit doesn’t fall on a holiday or break. “You’ll get a ghost-town experience of a college when it’s not in session,” Hohman says. And create a checklist to evaluate each school. For example, does it offer on-campus service opportunities and support systems? “Just don’t pigeonhole yourself so you don’t see opportunities you may not have thought of,” Keeling says. August 2015 | COLLEGE GUIDE 15
PARENTS, WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH YOUR BASEMENT IN 4 YEARS?
There’s a reason why nearly all Butler students find success after graduation—they have real-world experience. After years of hands-on learning, research, and internships in Indianapolis and beyond, students are more than ready to launch into rewarding careers. Learn how you can keep your nest empty at butler.edu.
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optimizing your tour
Make your first stop the admissions office to meet with your admissions counselor. Must-sees on your campus tour include residence halls, at least one cafeteria, a library, academic buildings, and venues associated with your interests, such as a music hall or sports facilities. Pick up a copy of the student newspaper or other publications, and check out bulletin boards to see which types of events and activities are being advertised. Hohman recommends documenting your visit—taking pictures and tweeting about the features you like—so you’ll have a record. “As you make visits to multiple campuses, the details will start to get blurry,” he says. Be prepared to ask a lot of questions, especially those, Hohman suggests, that offer perspective versus facts. For example, asking about typical outcomes of the college’s accounting majors (either jobwise or further education) is more helpful than asking how long the school has had an accounting program.
taking the next step
When you’re back home, stay in contact with the people you met. Ensuing steps might include seeing a financial-aid consultant and completing additional paperwork. And if you’re interested in calling the university home, now’s the time to start planning a one-on-one follow-up tour. “A personalized visit later in the process is critical in determining if the college is right for you,” Hohman says. To get another perspective, consider revisiting at a different time and day of the week than your initial tour.
The A+ Application Completing college applications can be a daunting task. Here’s some advice from Manchester University’s Adam Hohman to help make yours shine. Q How
can applicants stand out to an admissions counselor?
A One of the most important things a student can do is
answer a question in a way that expresses who they are. For example, if the question is about involvement, instead of listing what they’ve done, it’s much more engaging when they tell stories about what they’ve done or express why they enjoy doing it. Those responses stand out when you’re looking at myriad applications.
Parents bring their son to Manchester University on move-in day.
Q What are common mistakes you see?
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A Leaving off an email address or providing an email
He also advises keeping questions for students direct and more personal, such as asking about what they do for fun and what benefits they believe they’re getting from this school versus another. Athletes should ask the coach about the program, the practice and competition schedule, and how to balance academics with athletics. And think beyond freshman year. It’s important to know what opportunities are available to further your skills and development as an upperclassman. “Ask what the career center has to offer and what internship and study-abroad opportunities are available,” Keeling says. “Ask about the types of experiences that really build your resume.” Students should also scope out the area adjacent to the campus so they can see what shops and restaurants are within walking distance and get a feel for the overall neighborhood. “After the tour, drive or walk around some more and visit places you may not have seen,” Keeling says.
address they don’t intend to utilize. It can cripple a university’s ability to communicate effectively. Also, compartmentalizing themselves too soon and putting themselves into a box when it comes to a major. Many high school students should still be exploring their options instead of stating a defined path. Q Can
you give some tips for crafting a great application essay?
A Students often stress over the essay too much. We’re
not trying to evaluate them on a single masterpiece. It’s more about them being thorough, not having spelling and grammar mistakes, and expressing ideas in a compelling way. Many colleges suggest essay topics but allow students to choose their own. Nine times out of 10, students will do better with a topic of their choice.
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BELLARMINE UNIVERSITY
Explore the world. Start within. At Bellarmine University, educational success is made attainable with the help of dedicated faculty and advisors. All students are able to sign up for the courses they need to complete their majors, guaranteeing graduation within four years. Bellarmine is a consistent presence on lists of top colleges, including U.S. News & World Report, Forbes and The Princeton Review. The university is home to faculty scholars who are passionate about teaching -- and you’ll get to know them well, thanks to a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio. This world-class learning environment is centered on a growing campus just five miles from downtown Louisville, home of top corporations, small businesses and innovative non-profits. A few blocks from campus, the quirky Highlands neighborhood is a bohemian wonderland that has it all: food, drink, shopping, parks and unbeatable people-watching opportunities. Bellarmine graduates earn higher average salaries than their peers from any other Kentucky university, according to research by the Brookings Institution, and they earn mid-career salaries that are 16 percent higher than graduates from comparable U.S. universities. Our Career Development Center helps students and graduates connect with internships and employment in Louisville and beyond. Bellarmine offers one of the most extensive international study options in the nation, with 150 partnership sites in more than 50 countries on six continents. Service learning opportunities help you practice the values you learn in the classroom, through volunteering in the community, and through service trips across the state or around the world.
Campus life is always bustling, thanks to more than 80 studentled organizations that produce over 1,000 events each year, including a major annual concert known as Hillside. The oncampus living experience offers traditional residence halls, plus apartment-style and suite accommodations. More than 1,100 residential students enjoy cafés, wireless internet, green spaces, an outdoor fireplace and The Palio, a circular dining hall right out of Tuscany. The 175-acre campus features a fitness center, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a wide variety of intramural sports, and plenty of hills to keep you in shape. Next door to the university, a 62-acre public park, a 41-acre nature preserve and a 134-acre zoo offer abundant opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Knights Nation cheers on 21 NCAA Division II athletic teams, plus a lacrosse team that competes in Division I. Bellarmine’s men’s basketball and dance teams have won national championships in recent years. Rowdy students give Knights Hall one of the most lively and feared home court advantages in college basketball. Bellarmine strives to make tuition affordable to qualified applicants, and 100 percent of freshmen receive institutional scholarships and grants. Do the math with a net price calculator found on Bellarmine’s website, where you’ll also find a virtual tour of the campus.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1950 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 3,609 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 12:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 63 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 11 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 5 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Accounting, Business, Communication, Education, Environmental Science, Finance, Liberal Arts, Nursing, Physical Therapy, Physics, Psychology DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 112 miles, 109 minutes IN-STATE/ OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $36,210 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: One of nation’s 379 best colleges (Princeton Review); #13 among Southern Colleges & Universities (US News & World Report); America’s Top Colleges (Forbes) CONTACT INFORMATION: 2001 Newburg Road, Louisville, KY, 40205, (317) 940-8000, 800-368-6852, bellarmine.edu
“ WE ARE CALLED TO CREATE OUR OWN LIVES.” —Thomas Merton
Bellarmine offers students a holistic education, seeking to inform and inspire the mind, body and spirit. With a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio, students receive more focused, individualized attention from instructors. At Bellarmine, learning extends beyond the classroom with study abroad and internship opportunities open to all students, regardless of major. Bellarmine strives to make a world-class education affordable, offering merit scholarships to all admitted freshmen. For more information or to schedule a campus tour, visit bellarmine.edu/explore. Explore the world. Start within.
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Bowling Green State University offers a transforming and defining educational experience for its diverse community of approximately 19,000 students. This year, U.S.News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges” ranked BGSU among the top 100 public universities in the nation. This accolade follows after several consecutive years of BGSU being cited for exceptional first-year programs and residential living/ learning communities. BGSU provides a quality education that integrates personal growth, academic excellence in an environment that expands students’ thinking and potential. The University is an international leader with such top-caliber programs in the arts, business, education and human development, health and human services, musical arts, science and technology. More than 800 full-time faculty members make teaching a priority and remain involved in research and other activities that enable them to bring life experience as well as scholarship to their classrooms. At BGSU senior faculty are committed to teaching introductory-level courses with reasonable class sizes. BGSU enjoys a physically compact campus located within the welcoming Bowling Green community, named one of Americas Best College Towns. Restaurants and businesses are within walking or biking distance of residence halls. All students are permitted to have cars.
By fall 2016, BGSU will have opened 30 new or majorly renovated buildings within the last five years including 10 New Greek townhouses, two residences, two dinning halls, multiple active learning labs and classrooms, and an 185,000-square foot rec center. In addition, BGSU is home to the only aviation program in the nation with an on-campus airport. Plus, BGSU is the first university in Ohio to have a working crime lab and three forensic specializations in biology, chemistry and criminal justice. The total University population includes students from 50 states and 70 nations. Ethnic or racial minority students make up twenty percent of the fall 2015 freshman class. Students are actively involved outside of class; participating in student organizations, service-learning opportunities and cultural and special events that are offered each year. Committed to ensuring that every student succeeds, Bowling Green challenges and supports students, both in and out of the classroom. About 6,000 of BGSU’s students live on campus. BGSU attracts students who balance academic excellence with involvement in more than 300 student organizations.
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YEAR FOUNDED: 1910 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 19,000 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 20:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 200 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 62 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 21 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Education, Business, Health and Human Services, Arts and Sciences, Technology DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 210 miles IN-STATE TUITION: $10,606 per year OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $17,914 per year PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 90% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: “Top 100 public university” – U.S. News & World Report, “One of America’s Best College Towns” WalletHub, “A leader in service-learning and community engagement” – Carnegie Foundation
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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: 13,183 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 CONTACT INFORMATION: 318 North Sixth Street, Terre Haute, IN 47809, 1-800-GO-TO-ISU, 1-800-468-6478, indstate.edu
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Indiana University Bloomington attracts students from around the globe who want the ideal college experience—great traditions, a gorgeous campus, international culture, Big Ten sports, and an active academic climate. Founded in 1820, IU Bloomington is situated in a small cosmopolitan town in beautiful south-central Indiana and is the flagship campus of Indiana University’s seven campuses statewide. Innovation, creativity, and academic freedom are hallmarks of IU Bloomington and its world-class contributions in research and the arts. From world-famous events like the Little 500 bicycle race and our beloved Hoosier basketball legacy to the unwavering commitment to emerging technologies and degrees that prepare students for careers of the future—IU Bloomington is unlike any other. YEAR FOUNDED: 1820 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 46,416 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 18:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 180+ MASTERS, DOCTORAL, AND PROFESSIONAL DEGREES OFFERED: 190 EXPERTISE: : Business, Public and Environmental Affairs, Music, Sciences, Humanities, Education, Law, Library Science, Informatics and Computing DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 51 miles IN-STATE TUITION: $10,388 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $33,240 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 67.7% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Environmental Policy and Management graduate program in the School of Public and Environmental Affairs ranked #1 by U.S. News & World Report; Kelley School of Business ranked in the top 10 best undergraduate programs by Bloomberg Businessweek; Online M.B.A. program in the Kelley School of Business ranked #1 by U.S. News & World Report CONTACT INFORMATION: 107 S. Indiana Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405, 812-855-4848, indiana.edu
Maybe it’s a pledge you made to yourself. Maybe it’s a vow you made to someone you love. Maybe it’s just something you know you have to do. No matter what inspires you, IU can help make your dream a reality. Get started at go.iu.edu/IUBdream
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Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) is Indiana’s premier urban research university with 17 schools and more than 220 degree programs. Located within blocks of downtown Indianapolis, IUPUI facilitates the advancement of research and teaching. It also presents unique opportunities for internships, partnerships, and community engagement. U.S. News & World Report ranked IUPUI as one of the top 10 “Up-and’Coming” national universities to watch and it is home to nationally ranked programs in business, health, law, nursing, and public and environment affairs. In addition, IUPUI is renowned for its emphasis on service learning and civic engagement.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1968 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 30,690 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 121 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 118 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 39 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Business, Computer Science, Education, Health, Law, Public and Environmental Affairs DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 1.6 miles IN-STATE TUITION: $8,909 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $30,088 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 72.5% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Top 10 “Up-and’Coming” national universities, by U.S. News & World Report; Top 20 Best Non-Historically Black Colleges and Universities by Diverse Issues in Higher Education; Graduate Nursing Program ranked in the top 20 by U.S. News & World Report AFFILIATE COLLEGES/SATELITE CAMPUSES: Indiana University; Purdue University; Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus CONTACT INFORMATION: 420 University Boulevard, Indianapolis, IN 46202, 317-274-5555, iupui.edu
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INDIANA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
There is a unique energy at Indiana Wesleyan University – a combination of innovation, purpose and faith – and it takes just one visit to experience it. IWU students discover their God-given individuality and life calling, and develop in character, scholarship and leadership. IWU is about an hour’s drive from the two largest cities in Indiana, offers 80 undergraduate and more than 30 graduate degrees. The University academic programs are nationally known for their innovation, creativity and success. In fact, our nursing majors have consistently exceeded the NCLEX national pass rate for the past five years. Students run the school’s coffee shop, McConn Coffee Co.; conduct, publish and present research at conferences at places like Cambridge and Harvard; and travel the globe for academic studies, mission work and performances, including a recent appearance by the IWU Chorale at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Our Wildcat athletic teams have won 158 conference championships, 19 all-sports trophies, 27 NCCAA national championships and eight individual and team NAIA Division II national championships. In the summer of 2013, over 200 Wildcat athletes traveled to Auckland, New Zealand on a massive, department-wide mission experience. IWU student athletes served in various capacities within Auckland area schools and churches, using sports as a venue to minister to others and share the Gospel of Christ. 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: 2,910. Adult and Graduate Studies Enrollment: 10,323 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 14:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 80+ MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 38 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 5 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 CONTACT INFORMATION: 4201 South Washington Street, Marion, IN 46953, 866-468-6498, 765,677-2116, indwes.edu
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ANDERSON UNIVERSITY What’s more important than a job? At Anderson University, that’s a question we ask ourselves often. While 95 percent of our graduates find success in the workforce, what is equally significant is that they enter the job market with an understanding that a life rooted in faith and service leads to a life and career of distinction, excellence, and impact. 17,000. It’s the number of students who have traveled overseas throughout the last five decades—not solely to experience different cultures, but to study, to serve, and to share, making global connections as they learn about different worldviews, customs, and complex issues. 22,000. It’s the physical manifestation of hands and feet in action, the hours of community service given by the AU community each year—to organizations like Operation Love, Vision Revision, The Christian Center, and TAPP (Tumani AIDS Prevention Program). We can boast about our graduate outcome rates. We can share data about our Falls School of Business students who manage a high-performing $1.3 million Raven Investment Fund. We can talk about how our faculty haven’t lost themselves to the world of academia—working hard to pioneer research, projects, and organizations in their fields, but unless our students are living by a greater mission, none of that matters. While we may begin our story at AU, the true narrative begins to unfold when our students enter the world, putting faith and service into action. And our graduates are doing just that—over and over again. Learn more at anderson.edu/admissions or at #myAUstory on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. YEAR FOUNDED: 1917 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,500 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 12:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 60+, including BA, BS, BM, and AA MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: MBA, MSN, MM, M.Div DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: DBA, D.Min SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Business, Education, Nursing, The Performing Arts, Science and Engineering DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 45 miles IN-STATE/OUT-OFSTATE TUITION: $27,520 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 98% with average annual award at $27,700 TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, BestColleges.Com CONTACT INFORMATION:1100 East Fifth Street, Anderson, Indiana 46012, 1-800-428-6414, anderson.edu
When you start your story at Anderson University, you begin a journey that allows you to discover endless possibilities.
So string a hammock from the trees in the valley. Travel to Rome and see the ancient wonders of the world. Take a spontaneous road trip to cheer on the Indianapolis Colts. Be the aspiring artist who takes the world by surprise. Every great story pushes boundaries. Yours should, too. www.anderson.edu • 800.428.6414
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DEPAUW UNIVERSITY At DePauw, it’s the combination of the intellectual challenge of our academic life with our vibrant campus culture that gives students the tools and confidence to succeed. Simply put, the foundation of every DePauw story lies in incredible peers and a remarkable faculty who will not only know your name, but will also push and support you at every step of your DePauw career. Rooted in our own brand of the liberal arts, DePauw students become agile thinkers and problem solvers. You’ll jump from a history course to a biology lab or a course in literature because we know that the most pressing challenges of the day can only be solved with the perspective of multiple disciplines. And regardless of what you choose to study, the dedicated staff of the Hubbard Center for Student Engagement – our central hub for comprehensive student advising and career preparation – will ensure that every student graduates with a plan. From student-faculty research, to internships, study abroad, and one of dozens of majors, you’ll craft a story of experiences that prepare you for wherever your ambitions may take you. YEAR FOUNDED: 1837 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,217 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 10:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Music Education, Bachelor of Musical Arts SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: 41 majors + the option to create your own DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 45 miles IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $43,950 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 98% TOP THREE AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: 5th in the nation for number of students who study abroad, Top U.S. Producer of Fulbright Awards in 2013-2014, 9 DePauw teams represented of 201415 NCAA Championships CONTACT INFORMATION: 313 S. Locust Street, Greencastle, IN 46135, 765-658-4800, depauw.edu/admission
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MANCHESTER UNIVERSITY develop critical thinking skills, and acquire a deeper understanding of a wide variety of subjects. You’ll participate in immersive handson experiences such as undergraduate research projects, study abroad opportunities and internships that will lift you over the competition after graduation.
At Manchester University, you’ll find a close-knit community and develop strong, meaningful relationships that will shape the core of who you become. You’ll make lifelong connections through participation in more than 60 student organizations and NCAA Division III athletics, and with faculty and staff who are accessible, passionate and dedicated to providing a supportive environment to help you flourish. We strive to create the best academic and experiential education so that you graduate ready to be your best self. You’ll discover your true passions,
Manchester is a place of affordable excellence, which means we award generous scholarship packages with a focus on outcomes. Our Triple Guarantee assures that you will receive financial aid, graduate in four years and have a job or graduate school placement within six months of graduation. Or you can choose to earn your bachelor’s degree in just three years through our Fast Forward program. 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. 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: 1,400 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 16:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 60+ MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 1 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Accounting & Business, Natural and Health Sciences, Psychology, Atheletic Training, Education, Peace Studies, and Pharmacy DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 116 miles IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $28,840 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 100% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 21 consective years as a “Best College” by U.S. News & World Report, including 4th in the Midwest in its 2015 “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. AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Fort Wayne Campus CONTACT INFORMATION: 604 E. College Avenue, North Manchester, IN 46962, 260-982-5000, manchester.edu
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FRANKLIN COLLEGE Founded in 1834, Franklin College, located 20 minutes south of downtown Indianapolis, is a residential, four-year undergraduate liberal arts institution with a scenic campus spanning 207 acres, including an athletics complex and a 31-acre biology woodland. Franklin’s outstanding faculty provide rigorous academic programs promoting critical thinking, effective communication, creativity and innovation. Franklin is where students have a unique opportunity to grow and where leaders are born. The college offers its approximately 1,000 students bachelor of arts degrees in 51 majors from 25 academic disciplines, 42 minors, 11 pre-professional programs and five cooperative programs. Franklin also offers a Professional Development Program and an Intercultural Honors Experience and is one of the few U.S. colleges with Leadership Studies built into the curriculum. The academic calendar includes two traditional four-month semesters and a monthlong Winter Term, providing students the opportunity to immerse in specialized study, travel abroad and internship experience. Recent Winter Term courses have taken students to Costa Rica, France and Uganda while community partnerships have provided internships with Eli Lilly & Co., Cummins and the Dow Chemical Co. Franklin is home to more than 50 student organizations, through which students build friendships, social skills and professional competence. Community service is an integral part of Franklin College life, with students contributing more than 20,000 volunteer hours annually to nonprofit organizations and special causes. Athletics programs are integral in the holistic educational mission of Franklin College, home of the Grizzlies. Franklin is a member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference and a Division III contender in the NCAA. Approximately 39 percent of Franklin students participate in the college’s 21 varsity athletics programs. YEAR FOUNDED: 1834 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,075 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 12:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 51 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 1 (beginning summer 2016) SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Athletic Training, Business, Journalism, Science, Psychology, and Education. DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 25 miles, 30 minutes IN-STATE TUITION: $28,840 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 95% CONTACT INFORMATION: 101 Branigin Boulevard, Franklin, Indiana 46131, 317.738.8176, franklincollege.edu
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OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY averages on exams that measure professional readiness. In fine arts, Olivet’s School of Music is an Apple Distinguished Program in recognition of an initiative that provides an iPad to marching band members and music majors. Through study-abroad opportunities, internships and worldwide mission trips, you can experience the global classroom. Olivet also offers master’s degree programs, the Doctor of Education in ethical leadership, and degree-completion continuing studies through the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies (SGCS). Outside the classroom, you can choose from more than 80 clubs, organizations and intramural sports. There’s also the marching band, orchestras, musical ensembles, theater groups and ministries.
“We believe. You belong here.” Olivet Nazarene University is a welcoming place for you to grow academically, socially, spiritually and professionally. Olivet is the distinctive college experience — the perfect blend of academic excellence and Christian values, and premier facilities on a campus that affords park-like serenity within easy reach of big-city culture and vitality. Engineering and nursing have the highest enrollments among the university’s 120+ academic areas. Engineering and nursing majors consistently exceed national
Looking for competitive athletics? Olivet competes in 21 intercollegiate men’s and women’s sports in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA), and the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC). Olivet’s main campus is in Bourbonnais, Illinois, just 50 miles south of Chicago. Facilities include the Douglas E. Perry Student Life and Recreation Center, featuring a running track, swimming pools, a four-story rock climbing wall, and workout facilities used in summer training camp by the Chicago Bears of the National Football League.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1907 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 4,877 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 120 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: $31,950 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; Grand Ledge, MI; Grand Rapids, MI CONTACT INFORMATION: One University Avenue, Bourbonnais, Illinois 60914, 800-648-1463, 815-939-5011, olivet.edu
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SAINT JOSEPH’S COLLEGE SJC‘s Biology and Business Departments are “Centers of Excellence” that lead our students to successful outcomes through internships, alumni-based networking, and hands-on experience by PhD experts in their field. Forensic Science is a unique concentration within the Biology Department and all incoming STEM students, including Computer Science and Mathematics, have the opportunity to move-in to campus early to meet current student leaders and conduct research with professors before classes begin and throughout freshmen year. Business students have the luxury of utilizing a new state-of-the-art business lab with two 80-inch monitors used to SKYPE alumni CEOs and other successful professionals who benefited through the Core Program’s integration within their major. Digital Media & Journalism and Computer Science both have received remarkable upgrades to technology and facilities to provide students with enhanced, practical-learning applications that immediately impact their ability to perform in their professional field from day one. Founded and sponsored by the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, SJC is located inRensselaer, Indiana, approximately 90 minutes from both Chicago and Indianapolis,on a park-like campus of 180 acres and has an enrollment of nearly 1,100 students. Saint Joseph’s College is the only college with the Core Program, the heart of the SJCcurriculum. At other colleges, students are required to take a number of courses indifferent areas to fulfill their general education requirements. This often takes placeduring the first year or two of the student’s college experience. However, at SJC theserequired general education courses are evenly spread out through a student’s fouryears at the College. This means that you get the benefit of
beginning study of yourmajor in your first year of collegewhile developing critical speaking, thinking, and writing skills on the journey to graduation. For our students who have declared a major, this gives the benefit of four years ofstudy in the major as well as four years of general education. Students learn fromstudents of other majors, and writing and other communication skills are developedthroughout the four years of the college experience. At SJC, students are welcome to become involved in Campus Ministry in whicheverways they choose. From serving as a liturgical minister at Mass to volunteering fortrips to local food pantries and soup kitchens, students have every opportunityfi nd their place in Campus Ministry at SJC.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1889 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,100 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 14:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 27+ MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 3 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Throughout 10 classes over 4 years, our students examine value-oriented questions and ethical issues so that they may apply these principles to dilemmas they will encounter in the workplace. DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 100 miles IN-STATE/OUTOF-STATE TUITION: $28,500 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 99% TOP THREE AWARDS/REGOGNITIONS: Presidential Scholarship - Full Tuition, Philip J. Wilhelm Scholarship - $20,000 (Marion Co. Residence), Honors Scholarship - $17,000 CONTACT INFORMATION: 1498 S. US Highway 231, Rensselaer IN 47978, 219-866-6170, admissions@saintjoe.edu, saintjoe.edu
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UNIVERSITY OF EVANSVILLE 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: 2,486 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: $32,946 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; 4th for “Great Schools at Great Prices” in the region by U.S. News & World Report; Ranked #1 study abroad program in America by BestCollegeReviews.org CONTACT INFORMATION: 1800 Lincoln Avenue, Evansville, Indiana 47722, 800-423-8633, evansville.edu
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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA and Health Professions, and the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education.
Knowledge for Life The University of Southern Indiana serves nearly 9,500 undergraduate and graduate students from 89 Indiana counties, 36 states, and 51 nations and offers studyabroad opportunities in more than 50 countries. A public higher education institution, located on a vibrant, beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana, we offer 80 degree programs through the College of Liberal Arts, Romain College of Business, College of Nursing
USI is a Carnegie Foundation Community Engaged University and offers continuing education and special programs to more than 15,000 participants annually through Outreach and Engagement. 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 17 varsity men’s and women’s sports and more than 140 student organizations, there’s something for everyone. And, we’re less than three hours from Indianapolis. At USI, you’ll discover more than an education; you’ll gain Knowledge for Life!
YEAR FOUNDED: 1965 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 9,364 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 70 MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 11 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: The University of Southern Indiana is a broad-based institution officering a variety of degree programs in the fields of business, liberal arts, health professions, science, engineering, and education. DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 174 miles, under 3 hours IN-STATE TUITION: $6,637 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $15,990 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 in the Community Engagement classification, USI’s graduate online nursing program is ranked among the best in the country (U.S. News) Romain College of Business team was one of three finalists in the 2014 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) case competition. The AICPA is the largest professional accounting organization in the world. CONTACT INFORMATION: 8600 University Boulevard, Evansville, IN 47712, 812-464-8600, usi.edu
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It’s Knowledge for Life. For 50 years, students have chosen the University of Southern Indiana for its high-quality academic programs, personal attention, affordability and opportunities for personal and career growth. USI provides more than an education, it provides Knowledge for Life—knowledge that is shaping the region, the state and the world.
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VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY At Valpo, students explore concepts and ideas alongside professors who care about their success and classmates who motivate them to be their best. Valparaiso University is a comprehensive, selective, private, residential institution with five undergraduate colleges (Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Nursing and Health Professions, and Christ College — the Honors College), a graduate school, and a law school. Valpo has been recognized for its commitment to outstanding teaching, preparing thoughtful leaders with strong cross-cultural skills and global awareness and dedication to serving others. Each year, students perform more than 220,00 hours of service and service-learning. Consistently ranked as a top university in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report, Valpo equips students with the skills employers want. And for 22 consecutive years, more than 90 percent of Valpo graduates have been employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation. YEAR FOUNDED: 1859 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 4,500 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: Visit valpo.edu/ academics SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Business, Engineering, Humanities, Meteorology, Nursing & Health Professions, and Sciences IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $34,760 STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 93% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: U.S. News & World Report No. 5 in Midwest Best Regional Universities; No. 2 Best Undergraduate Teaching in Midwest; No. 2 Best value in Midwest CONTACT INFORMATION: Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN 46383, (219) 464-5000, valpo.edu
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VINCENNES UNIVERSITY Students from nearly all 50 states and from more than 70 countries are attracted to Earlham College in Richmond. Located about an hour’s drive from Indianapolis, Earlham is recognized internationally for excellent teaching and for preparing its students to make a positive difference in the world: scientifically, intellectually, artistically, economically, socially. Earlham is ranked among the top 10 liberal arts colleges nationally for its commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, a commitment that matters deeply to student success and the ability of students to engage the complex, interconnected world around them. Classes are the ideal size for discovery and discussion. A global perspective comes naturally to the campus community. Earlham is ranked sixth among all colleges and universities in the U.S. for the percentage of international students enrolled. Additionally, two-thirds of Earlhamites study abroad, most in unique programs led by Earlham’s celebrated faculty members. With such a variety of students, Earlham’s campus is both lively and welcoming. Earlham embraces cultural and individual differences alike and offers unparalleled opportunities for leadership, friendship and community. Excellent teaching and mentoring allows Earlham to stand with the nation’s top institutions for the number of students winning prestigious academic fellowships — Fulbrights and Watsons — for doing research abroad. Earlham graduates students with some of the highest acceptance rates for medical professions and for law and business schools. The global emphasis is also a match for 21st century employers, with recent studies of employer’s expectations showing an increased demand for employees with just such a global perspective. YEAR FOUNDED: 1801 CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 18,383 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 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. CONTACT INFORMATION: 1002 N. First Street, Vincennes, IN 47591, 800-742-9198, vinu.edu
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Higher Learning. Lower Cost. For over 200 years Vincennes University has provided accessible, quality learning experiences while remaining the most affordable residential college in Indiana. With 200+ courses ranging from architecture to zoology, VU offers programs that lead to baccalaureate degrees, associate degrees, and professional certificates. Experience a mentored approach to learning - where students benefit from faculty guidance and instruction thanks to a student-to-faculty ratio of 17:1. Learn in an environment that engages you, opens your eyes to big ideas, and challenges you to develop initiatives of your own. Step into VU’s state-of-the-art labs, roll up your sleeves, and put your knowledge to work. www.vinu.edu/visit • 800.742.9198
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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; 3:2 programs in engineering; Liberal Arts Plus initiatives in public discourse, global health, digital arts, and business/entrepreneurship ATHLETICS: 11 intercollegiate sports in NCAA Division III TUITION: $39,300 STUDENTS RECEIVING MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS: 81% CONTACT INFORMATION: 410 West Wabash Avenue, Crawfordsville, IN 47933, admissions@wabash.edu, 800-345-5385, 765-361-6225, wabash.edu
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We believe that you deserve a quality education you can afford. So we’re increasing scholarship offerings, managing costs and doing everything we can to increase the long-term value and payback of a Purdue degree. Because when we say that big ideas are at the core of higher education — we mean it.
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