NDSCS-Fargo 2017-2018 Viewbook

LA UN CH YO U R D R EA M CA R E E R IN J U S T .

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NORTH DAKOTA STATE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

2017-2018 FARGO VIEWBOOK

L ea r n SMARTER. EA R N FASTER.

NDSCS.EDU

L ea r n SMARTER. EA R N FASTER. At the North Dakota State College of Science, you’ll learn smarter with expert instructors teaching real-world skills. And you’ll earn faster by landing your dream career in just two years. We call it the science of success.

You’ll call it the best way to get where you’re going.

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PLACEMENT AFTER GRADUATION*

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STUDENTS / POTENTIAL FRIENDS

95%

4.4

OF STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID

JOB OPENINGS PER GRADUATE*

12:1

1:1

STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO

*Taken from the 2016 North Dakota State College of Science Graduate Placement Report.

ACADEMIC AND CAREER GUIDANCE

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CA R E E R O P TIO N S

FARGO BUSINESS, FINANCE, MANAGEMENT & MARKETING Business Administration - Transfer Business Management (Business Pro Curriculum Option)

- Entrepreneurship - Finance - Management/Supervision - Sales General Business Management Retail & Sales Management

HEALTH SCIENCE

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) - Paramedic Technology - Community Paramedic1 Practical Nursing*

REMOTE DELIVERY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Information Technology Support Information Systems Administrator IT Forensics and Security Web Design Web Developer

LIBERAL ARTS/TRANSFER Criminal Justice - Transfer Education - Transfer General Liberal Arts

MANUFACTURING Welding Technology

This curriculum is not currently approved for Title IV Financial Aid funding.

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*A Practical Nursing cohort group is scheduled to begin Spring 2018. Additional cohort groups will begin as funding and student numbers allow.

ONLINE / LIVE WEB-BASED Business Technology Management Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) - Paramedic Technology - Community Paramedic1 Health Information Technician Liberal Arts/Transfer Medical Coding Pharmacy Technician Retail & Sales Management Technical Studies Web Design Web Developer

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At NDSCS we pride ourselves on providing you the optimal academic setting.

THE ADVANTAGE OF PARTNERSHIPS WITH BUSINESSES AND INDUSTRY More than 20 leading worldwide and regional companies partner with

WILD GROUNDS COFFEE SHOP A relaxed atmosphere to grab a fresh cup of coffee or a quick bite to eat, hang out with friends and study.

NDSCS BOOKSTORE Your one-stop shop for books, tools, clothing and gifts. Available at NDSCS-Fargo during the beginning of each semester and 24/7 on the web.

MILDRED JOHNSON LIBRARY This full-service library, located in Wahpeton and online, provides videos, books, e-books, interactive media, Apple TV and iPad stations.

Check out books and have them

NDSCS to provide the latest equipment, tools and technology for hands-on learning. This serves as a built-in network that can connect you to your dream career right after graduation.

SMALL CLASSES FOR PERSONALIZED LEARNING With our 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you’ll receive more one-on-one time with instructors and build strong connections with peers.

TRI-COLLEGE UNIVERSITY: PARTNERS IN EDUCATION Combining five institutions into one cooperative system increases the range of classes and opportunities for all students. And course exchange is as easy as one, two, three!

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Register with your main campus.

Tuition is paid to your main campus and program fees are processed separately.

Grades earned through Tri-College are included in your grade point average and academic records with your main college.

delivered to you at NDSCS-Fargo.

ALL YOU DO IS SIGN UP AND TAKE CLASSES!

PARTICIPATING COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES: ●●

North Dakota State College of Science

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Concordia College

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North Dakota State University

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Minnesota State Community and Technical College

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Minnesota State University Moorhead

NDSCS.EDU/TRI-COLLEGE

*2016 North Dakota State College of Science Graduate Placement Report.

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FINANCIAL AID

SCHOLARSHIPS

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NDSCS.EDU/SCHOLARSHIPS

Financial aid is financial assistance to help

NDSCS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

pay for college expenses and includes grants,

NDSCS distributes to students over $300,000 annually in

work-study, scholarships and low-interest loans.

scholarships. Scholarship awards are based on GPA, ACT score,

Aid can come from the U.S. federal government,

academic program and financial need. Scholarship applications

the state or the college.

can be completed at any time. NDSCS recommends applying

GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

by February 1st for the best opportunity to receive a

Recipients of federal, state or NDSCS-sponsored aid must be working toward a degree or certificate in an eligible program. Most federal aid programs require at least half-time active enrollment.

scholarship.

NORTH DAKOTA ACADEMIC OR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS Available to North Dakota residents, these scholarships are based on high school GPA, ACT or WorkKeys results as well as

FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) Determine if you qualify for Grants, Federal Loans and Work Study.

Starting October 1, apply at www.fafsa.ed.gov and enter the NDSCS code 002996.

courses completed in high school.

NDSCS SCIENCE OF SUCCESS STEM SCHOLARSHIP Funded by a $648,000 National Science Foundation grant, this scholarship provides financial assistance to students.

Recipients must be pursuing a degree in an approved science, technology, engineering or math-related program.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarship funds are available through community groups, organizations and companies outside of NDSCS. We encourage you to explore the options.

2 01 7- 2 0 18 ESTIMATED COSTS FARGO AND ONLINE Tuition/Fees*

$195.53/credit

* Excludes books, supplies, course fees and program fees.

Use our cost estimate worksheet and find specific program costs at NDSCS.EDU/COSTS.

FINANCIAL AID QUESTIONS ndscs.fin.aid@ndscs.edu Fargo: 701-231-6937 | Wahpeton: 701-671-2207

FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION (FAFSA) Available October 1, 2017 for the 2018-2019 academic year.

NDSCS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PRIORITY DEADLINE December 1, 2017

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FIVE SIMPLE STEPS APPLY ONLINE AND PAY THE $35 APPLICATION FEE Get started at NDSCS.EDU/APPLY. Applications for most programs that begin in August are accepted throughout the year, but an early application is recommended.

SUBMIT OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT OR GED An in-progress transcript must be sent to make an admission decision. An official high school transcript with final grades and a graduation date is required upon completion of high school. To be considered official, the transcripts must be sent directly to NDSCS from the high school. Official GED transcripts must be sent directly to NDSCS from the state in which the GED was earned.

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SUBMIT OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S) Transfer students, and students taking course work at colleges or universities while enrolled in high school, must submit official in-progress transcripts. To be considered official, the transcripts must be sent directly to NDSCS from the issuing institution. Final college transcripts must be submitted once all course work is completed.

SUBMIT TEST SCORES If you are applying for an Associate in Applied Science, Diploma or Certificate program you will need to obtain minimum entrance scores in order to meet the Program Admission Requirements for your selected program.

Approved exams include the ACT, SAT and Accuplacer. For more information, including the required scores for your

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selected program, visit NDSCS.EDU/REQUIREMENTS.

SUBMIT PROOF OF IMMUNIZATION Send medical records with proof of two MMR immunizations (measles, mumps and rubella) and meningitis immunization (if under 21).

Go to NDSCS.EDU/IMMUNIZATIONS for more information.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

ENROLLMENT SERVICES

NDSCS doesn’t have an application deadline, but

NDSCS-Fargo

some programs do fill up quickly. The sooner you

1305 19th Avenue North, Fargo, North Dakota 58102

submit your application, the better your chances

701-231-6935

are for getting into your program of choice.

North Dakota State College of Science – Haverty Hall 101

ADMISSION QUESTIONS ndscs.admissions@ndscs.edu

800 Sixth Street North, Wahpeton, North Dakota 58076 701-671-2521 • Toll Free: 800-342-4325

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Attending college is incredibly rewarding, yet it’s also challenging at times. That’s why we provide countless resources to support you as you

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achieve your academic goals.

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ACADEMIC GUIDANCE, SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE ●●

Peer and professional tutoring

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Assistance with planning class schedules and course registration

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Course requirements information

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Support for students struggling academically or needing/requesting assistance

INTERNSHIPS AND CAREER SERVICES ●●

Job search preparation, career fairs, cooperative education and internships.

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From interviewing prep to résumé writing – your career success is our priority.

CAREER EXPLORATION AND COUNSELING ●●

Assistance with exploring occupations and selecting an academic program that best fits your strengths and abilities.

T I R EA L L Y F E L E A PA R T O F TH COL L E G E A N D NO T J U S T A N UM B E R.

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SUPPORT FOR SPECIFIC NEEDS ●●

Accessibility Services

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Veterans Assistance

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Student Advocate – resource for students regarding non-academic concerns

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Personal Counseling

I WA S A B L E TO F U R TH E R N M Y E D U CA TIO WI TH O U T Y IM PA C TIN G M .

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EXPERIENCE WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE A STUDENT AT NDSCS-FARGO — SPEND TIME WITH US TO LEARN FIRST-HAND WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT.

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NDSCS-FARGO

NORTH DAKOTA STATE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

1305 19th Avenue North

800 6th Street North

Fargo, ND 58102

Wahpeton, ND 58076

701-231-6935

800-342-4325, ext. 2521

The North Dakota State College of Science is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604, 800-621-7440.

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