KU Edwards Campus Getting Started Guide

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A Jayhawk’s guide to getting started at the KU Edwards Campus.

“ ” WITH A KU DEGREE,

THE POSSIBILITIES

ARE LIMITLESS.

Kelsey Peterson, ‘15 Master of Science in Educational Technology

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Inside You.

Return on Investment 4 Finding Balance 5 Tuition & Scholarships 6

Us.

Edwards Student Snapshot 8 Student Services 9 Programs 10 A World-Renowned Education 11 Important Dates 12

Anything.

What’s your Anything?

14 Degree Outcomes 15 A Jayhawk for Life 16

Getting started.

Checklist

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you. anything.

What can a degree from KU Edwards Campus do for you?

us.

you.

There are a million great reasons to go back to school.

What’s a degree worth?

School is an investment that reaps returns. College graduates earn an average of nearly $1 million more in a lifetime than high school graduates.

Those with a master’s degree can expect to earn $1.4 million more than high school graduates over a lifetime (from ages 25-64).

Jayhawks share their return on investment.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Go further.

What the numbers don’t show is how a college degree can improve your lifestyle. At work, it often translates to more responsibility, promotions, and job satisfaction. At home, it means being able to do more for your family.

82%

have expanded their professional network.

8 of 10 have gained opportunities for career advancement.

$ 89%

Reached a higher earning potential.

Feel more marketable and portable.

Based on Spring 2014 student survey.

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We’ll help you find your balance.

If you’re like most of our students, you might have a job, a family or other interests that keep you on the go.

At KU Edwards Campus, we understand your concerns about balancing work, school and your personal life.

We’ll help you return to college and achieve your anything.

Your degree at your pace.

Flexible course schedules make it feasible for fulltime employees and non-traditional students to earn a degree without sacrificing the traditional classroom experience. Our late-afternoon and evening courses meet once weekly, allowing you to balance work and family commitments while earning a prestigious KU degree.

“KU has a reputable program, and it made sense for me because of its flexible schedule.”

Amanda Ramirez, ‘15 Bachelor of Business Administration

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Let’s talk numbers.

The cost of attending the KU Edwards Campus is lower than most private schools and is comparable to or less than many public institutions.

Prestige at an affordable price.

Undergraduate Graduate

Resident

Nonresident

MetroKC

$435.85

$948.60

$435.85

$511.55

$1,040.55

$511.55

*Based on the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. Variable by program.

MetroKC Rate

Learn more at: EdwardsCampus.KU.edu/MetroKC.

The KU Edwards Campus MetroKC tuition rate offers rates equivalent to in-state rates for Missouri residents who qualify.

Talk to your advisor about metro tuition rates for residents of Bates, Buchanan, Cass, Clay, Clinton, Henry, Jackson, Johnson, Lafayette, Platte, or Ray counties in Missouri.

Scholarships & Aid Learn about financial aid information and opportunities specifically for KU Edwards Campus students at: EdwardsCampus.KU.edu/scholarships.

Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. Staff from Financial Aid & Scholarships are available to assist you. For priority consideration, turn in your FAFSA by March 1 of the preceding academic school year. However, applications can be completed any time.

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anything.

With us, your dreams can become a reality.

us.

us.

About us: the KU Edwards Campus advantage.

Our programs are designed for the working adult.

We’re here to help you pursue your dreams and make them a reality. The campus is large enough to provide outstanding student services on site and online, but small enough for you to stand out and get the attention you deserve.

Student Snapshot A breakdown of our student population:

53% Married

89%

are under age 45.

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48%

26%

Work part time

Work full time

37%

63%

Male

Female

27%

have children under age 18.

Based on Spring 2014 student survey.

We’re here to help you succeed.

The KU Edwards Campus offers a variety of student services to help you meet your academic goals.

Learn more at: EdwardsCampus.KU.edu/StudentServices.

ENROLLMENT Enroll & Pay Financial Aid & Scholarships KU ID Cards University Registrar Student Account Services

ACADEMIC

KU Writing Center Library Resources Tutoring

SUPPORT

Academic Achievement Access Center Office of Diversity & Equity Student Money Management Services Veteran Services

LEADERSHIP & NETWORKING Student Advisory Council Alumni Association Crimson & Blue Society KU Edwards Student Services

CAREER

Career Advancement Program University Career Center Business Career Services Center Engineering Career Center 9

30+ programs: GUIDE TO THE FIELDS OF STUDY GRADUATE: Black UNDERGRADUATE: Blue APPLIED STATISTICS & ANALYTICS Applied Statistics & Analytics (Online) ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN & PLANNING Design Management Interaction Design BUSINESS Accounting Business Administration Business Administration (MBA) EDUCATION Curriculum & Instruction (General MSE, Elementary MSE, Secondary MSE, EdD) Educational Administration (Blended MSE, EdD) Educational Technology Exercise Science Reading (Literacy) Education Reading (Literacy) Education Licensure Endorsement Special Education (High Incidence MSE, Early Childhood Unified MSE) TESOL Education

GRADUATE CERTIFICATES: Accounting Certificate* Business Certificates: Business Analytics Finance Foundations of Business Human Resource Management International Business Management Marketing Strategic Management Supply Chain Management Communication Studies Certificate Environmental Assessment Certificate

EDUCATION (cont.)

TESOL Education Licensure Endorsement ENGINEERING Civil Engineering Engineering Management Information Technology Information Technology Project Management (M.S.) Project Management (M.E.) JOURNALISM Integrated Marketing Communications LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Biotechnology Communication Studies Environmental Assessment Global and International Studies Law and Society Literature, Language and Writing Molecular Biosciences Psychology PUBLIC AFFAIRS & ADMINISTRATION Public Administration Public Administration (MPA) SOCIAL WELFARE Social Work Social Work (MSW)

Graduate Global and International Studies Certificate Information Security and Assurance Certificate Learning & Performance Technology Certificate Public Administration Certificates: City and County Management Performance Management Science Manager Certificate Software Engineering and Management Certificate *Offered at both graduate and undergraduate levels

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A World-Renowned Education.

A degree from KU Edwards Campus is a degree from KU. Classes are taught by the same KU professors, and you earn the same degree and the same respect.

Those are just some of the reasons U.S. News & World Report recognizes KU’s public administration, special education, and social work programs among the nation’s most highly rated.

Wherever your career takes you, nationally or internationally, your degree will be synonymous with success. You’ll go further with KU.

Our promise to you.

At the KU Edwards Campus, we pride ourselves on putting our students first.

Our small class sizes allow for personalized instruction and our advisors are here to help you every step of the way.

Learn more at: EdwardsCampus.KU.edu/Advisor.

Walk down the hill.

Meet with advisor.

Apply for graduation.

Discuss financial aid options.

Buy a Jayhawk sweatshirt.

Apply to KU.

Red, white and KU. KU continually looks for ways to serve the military, earning us recognition as a top 10 public university for veterans by Military Times. KU is proud to offer programming that provides resources, training, and connections with local businesses for transitioning and active-duty military and veterans. Learn more at: Veterans.KU.edu/Transition-Certificate.

KU also offers select courses in Leavenworth, Kan. to make earning your degree more convenient. Learn more at: GMP.KU.edu/KU-Leavenworth.

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We’re here for you.

Schedule a visit to the KU Edwards Campus or attend an info session.

Our advisors will answer questions and show you the ins and outs of the admission and enrollment process. Learn more at EdwardsCampus.KU.edu/InfoSession or call 913-897-8400.

Important Dates Admissions Deadline Dates vary by program. Try to complete the application and admission process four to six months prior to your semester of interest.

Contact your advisor to learn your specific admission deadline.

Classes Begin

2017

You can enroll up to the day before the semester begins to avoid late enrollment fees.

• Spring 2017 semester begins January 17 • Summer 2017 semester begins June 6 • Fall 2017 semester begins August 21

“I want a job that fits my dream and KU is helping me get there.”

Kelsey Peterson, ‘15 Master of Science in Educational Technology 12

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Anything is possible with

What’s your anything?

Where do you see yourself five years from now? Will you have a degree? A new job? A larger paycheck? A new house?

In five years I will . . .

Five years will be here before you know it. So today’s the day to get started on your anything. Whether you choose to pursue a degree in biotechnology or a certificate in accounting, KU in Overland Park can help you reach your goals. Let’s get started.

“Part of my goal was to advance my career, and KU in Overland Park helped me do that.”

Josh Coulter, ‘13 Master of Engineering Management

Outcomes of a KU degree.

As a graduate of the KU Edwards Campus, you will gain critcal skills. The KU Edwards Campus is committed to instilling these skills in our students to prepare them for their career and to build a strong foundation for a lifetime of achievement.

Intellectual Growth • Embrace the academic experience and the importance of lifelong learning • Engage in meaningful experiences inside and outside of the classroom in order to expand interests • Understand your area of study inside and out

Professional Development • Network to create career opportunities and workplace success • Develop the skills necessary to navigate the job search process and make informed judgments in relation to lifetime career progression

Personal Progress • Understand personal strengths as they relate to the workplace

• Make decisions that reflect positively on your well-being.

• Understand emotions to better collaborate with others

Citizen Engagement • Make a positive difference in one’s community • Connect with faculty and colleagues to maximize your educational experience 15

A Jayhawk for Life.

Beyond earning a degree and becoming part of our KU family, you will join a vast network of researchers, scientists, business leaders, teachers and artists -all proud to be Jayhawk alumni.

Once a Jayhawk, always a Jayhawk.

With us, you can do anything.

Let’s get started.

Complete this checklist to become a Jayhawk: Choose a program. (See page 8.)

Get in touch with an advisor.

Visit EdwardsCampus.KU.edu/Advisor for more information.

Find out if your program requires an admission test such as the GRE or GMAT. Visit gre.com or mba.com to arrange an appointment to take the test.

Apply online for admission to KU. Undergraduates: apply.ku.edu/transfer Graduates: graduate.ku.edu/apply Request your transcripts from each college you have attended.

Undergraduates, send transcripts to: KU Office of Admissions KU Visitor Center 1502 Iowa St. Lawrence, KS 66045-7576

Graduates, send transcripts to: Graduate Admissions 1450 Jayhawk Blvd.

Strong Hall 313 Lawrence, KS 66045-7576

Submit any other required material.

Check with your advisor to see if your program requires a letter of recommendation, résumé, writing samples, statement of interest or other materials.

Complete the FAFSA and apply for federal, state and institutional financial aid.

• Go to the Financial Aid & Scholarships website: EdwardsCampus.KU.edu/Scholarships.

• Don’t forget to complete the FAFSA application. March 1 is the priority deadline to file the FAFSA. • Scholarship deadline is February 1.

Receive admission status.

You will receive an email from KU about your admission status. It will also contain your KU ID number and instructions on how to set up your online identity and email account.

Plan your courses with your advisor.

Attend a new student orientation session.

Meet with your advisor, enroll for classes, and learn more about student services available at the KU Edwards Campus.

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Connect with us:

Questions?

913-897-8400 EdwardsInfo@KU.edu

Let’s get started.

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