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Discover Rhodes State College with hands-on learning and internships to get you to that first job. Prepare for a career in one of our 75 majors/ certificates or transfer to a university. Great faculty and staff make your college experience a success.
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ARTS & SCIENCES
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ur Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees provide an easy and affordable pathway to a bachelor’s degree. Complete your first two years at Rhodes. • Credits Transfer • Same Courses • Less Money
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE An AA degree is ideal if you intend to transfer and pursue a degree with a liberal arts emphasis. It prepares you for further study in: • Communication • English • History • Psychology • Sociology • Pre-law and more
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
ALLIED HEALTH
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t’s true — healthcare is one of the fastest growing professions in the country. In Ohio, demand is surging for talented, highly-skilled health professionals to work in hospitals, clinics, and care centers.
Highlights • Learn hands-on with nearly a dozen human patient simulators. • Sharpen your skills through engaging and dynamic clinical experiences. • Study with local, state and nationally recognized faculty. • Take advantage of virtual learning options through live video conferences, webcasts, and podcasts.
Discover Our Programs
Depending on the electives you choose, this degree provides a foundation for further study in: • Business • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • Engineering • Information Technology • Criminal Justice • Mathematics • Psychology • Pre-education/Pre-medicine and other fields
Highlights • Learn hands-on. Work with a human cadaver in Rhodes’ Anatomy and Physiology courses…a benefit most four-year colleges don’t offer. • Discover the written word. From sci-fi to biography and history, immerse yourself in great literary works and build the foundation for a lifetime love of learning. • Create and analyze your own flash mob in our Social Psychology course!
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BUSINESS & PUBLIC SERVICE
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n today’s global economy, well-trained professionals in the for-profit, non-profit, and public service sectors are in high demand . Our Business and Public Service programs will equip you for success.
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Go virtual! Go global! Through Virtual Enterprise (VE), students bring new product ideas and business plans to market around the world. We’re the only Ohio college or university participating in VE.
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Expect success. Early Childhood graduates have a 100% pass rate on the Ohio Licensure Exam.
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Get hands-on training through our Criminal Justice, Paralegal/Legal Assisting and Human Service programs.
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Prepare for a bachelor’s degree. Our Human Service graduates can transition into a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work at many institutions including The Ohio State University. Our Business graduates also have transfer options including the popular 3+1 with Franklin University offered here or online.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
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rowth is happening in telecommunications, information management, and high-tech manufacturing. The median salary for manufacturing workers is $50K. Be prepared. Experience hands-on learning through our co-ops, internships, and cuttingedge labs.
Highlights • Join the dynamic field of computer forensics! Learn the latest hacking techniques used by black hat hackers and more…. • Explore the high-demand field of robotics. Our state-of-the-art labs are equipped with robots that sort, assemble and weld. • Get social! Learn how to leverage mobile technology and use social platforms to attract new customers. • Prepare for a bachelor’s degree in engineering. Rhodes State has a transfer agreement with Miami University. Start here and finish there! • Learn to build iOS applications for the iPhone, iPad, iPod, and other mobile devices through object-oriented computer programming.
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PROGRAMS OF STUDY DEGREES
NURSING
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y 2018, nursing is expected to add nearly 600,000 additional jobs. That’s not just growth; that’s a boom! Our Nursing Program uses clinical settings and nearly a dozen patient simulators to get you real experience.
Highlights • Starting RN full-time salaries average $40,000. • Practice your art labs!
skills hands-on in our state-of-the-
• Learn basic and advanced nursing skills using human patient simulators. • Transfer to complete your BSN via distance education or classroom instruction… we have partner universities waiting for you!
Accounting Administrative Office Technology -Executive Administrative Assistant* -Medical Administrative Assistant Associate of Arts -Education Concentration -English Writing/Literature Concentration -General -History Concentration -Psychology Concentration -Sociology Concentration Associate of Science -Business Concentration -Environmental, Health and Safety Concentration -General -Pre-Health Concentration -Psychology Concentration Associate of Technical Studies Business Administration *+ Business Management* Concrete Technology Corrections* Dental Hygiene Digital Media Technology Early Childhood Education Electronic Engineering Technology Emergency Medical Services Health Information Technology (Marion Tech) Human Resource* Human Service Industrial Manufacturing Technology for Skilled Trades Law Enforcement Manufacturing Engineering Technology
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CERTIFICATES Accounting Clerk Activity Directing Advanced Activity Directing Advanced EMT Allied Health Profession to Paramedic American Sign Language Banking Basic EMT Basic Peace Officer Academy - OPOTC -Summer Academy -Evening Academy Business Administration* Business Management* Child Development Associate Computer Numerical Control Cyber Security Developmental Disabilities Digital Media Technology Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education Administrator Entrepreneurship Exercise Science Human Resource Management Marketing* Medical Coding Microcontrollers
Minor Maintenance Nutrition and Food Service Professional Office Publications Office Software One-Year Maintenance Paralegal/Legal Assisting Paramedic Pharmacy Technician Phlebotomy Practical Nursing Pre-gaming Design Programmable Controllers Real Estate Sales License Sleep Technologist Specialist Social Media STNA Tax Preparer Team Leadership Troubleshooting Video and Graphic Specialist Web Programming/Computer Programming *Available Online/Distance Education +One Night a Week Format
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DISCOVER WHAT MOVES YOU!
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ollege should be more than just classes and exams. It should be a fun place to explore new ideas, find your passion, and make lifetime connections. Step out of the classroom and get involved in an organization, activity, or athletics.
ATHLETICS • We attract competitive athletes who participate in Barons athletics. • Our Ohio Regional Campus Conference (ORCC) teams include women’s volleyball and basketball; and men’s basketball, golf and baseball.
• Intramural Sports include volleyball, basketball, whiffle ball, soccer, flag football and dodge ball.
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DISCOVER A DIFFERENT EXPERIENCE
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earning takes place many different ways and Rhodes provides flexibility. Earn college credits through real-world experience, at home or even while you are in high school. CO-OPS & INTERNSHIPS
Get job experience now! Most of our programs provide internship, clinical or co-op opportunities to help students make career decisions, network with potential employers, and develop relevant job skills.
ONLINE LEARNING Life can be busy! Choose an online class using our new learning management system. Take a test using your mobile phone. Get text alerts when grades are posted. Or get an online degree via video-conferencing, webcasts and other virtual learning tools.
COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS (formerly PSEOP) Earn high school and college credit at the same time. Take a Rhodes’ class at your high school or come to campus. Credits transfer toward a bachelor’s degree. Consult your school counselor.
DISCOVER SUPPORT FOR SUCCESS
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our success is our success. Rhodes offers a wide range of services and experiences to support your goals and help you achieve your potential.
ONE-ON-ONE ADVISING You’ll be matched with an academic advisor…your partner for success.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND SERVICES Through our Academic Success Center, get free tutoring.
ACCOMMODATIVE SERVICES We’re committed to providing a safe and accessible environment for all students.
CAREER PLANNING AND SERVICES
Whether you plan to transfer or enter the job market, we can help connect you to the right university for a bachelor’s degree and identify potential employers.
VETERANS SERVICES If you are a dependent of a Veteran, we can
connect you to the benefits available through the G.I. Bill.
CHILD CARE COUNSELING We offer free services to help you cope with problems that may interfere with successful personal or academic performance – Available to all enrolled students.
You learn better when you have less to worry about. That’s why we offer reduced-rate childcare through our Childcare Center at the Lima YMCA and at our on-campus facility.
DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC
LIBRARY AND LEARNING RESOURCES Wander the stacks or connect to more than 130 databases online via OhioLINK – Resources that give you access to over 47 million items across 89 Ohio colleges and universities.
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE COURSE Preparation is everything! This required new student course is valuable in laying the groundwork for your success.
An added benefit! Oral exams, cleanings, and other preventative dental hygiene services are available free to students.
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FINANCIAL AID
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ollege is an investment and we work hard to keep tuition affordable. TUITION
FINANCIAL AID CHECKLIST
Rhodes State provides a quality education at an unbelievable low price. Tuition is just $160.19 per semester hour—that can be half the cost of a four-year university!
1. Apply to Rhodes State College. 2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.FAFSA.gov early to find out what you are eligible for! 3. List Rhodes State College on your FAFSA (code #010027)
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID Need financial aid? We’ll connect you to funding. Many scholarships are available through the Rhodes State College Foundation. A list of scholarships can be found at www.RhodesState.edu/ Scholarships.
FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS •
Federal Pell Grant
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Federal Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
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Federal Work Study Program
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Academic and need-based scholarships
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Direct Stafford Loans (subsidized & unsubsidized)
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The Charles E. Schell Foundation Grant Program (interest-free loans)
Questions? Call 419-995-8802 or visit www.RhodesState.edu/FinancialAid
COME EXPLORE Success starts here so visit
campus. We want to make your college experience the best ever. Spend some time on campus. Schedule a visit, attend an information session, or connect with a faculty member in your area of interest. Go to www.RhodesState.edu to learn more.
CAMPUS VISIT DATES... COME DISCOVER Campus Tours and Information Sessions occur each week. Special opportunities to see campus:
October 2014
• October 29 - Preview Rhodes
November 2014
• November 5 - Preview Rhodes
January 2015
• January 16 - Preview Rhodes
February 2015
• February 16 - Presidents’ Day Open House
March 2015
• March 29 - Athletic Open House
April 2015
• April 1 - Transfer Pathways Event • April 2 - Preview Rhodes • April 23 - Preview Rhodes
May 2015
• May 8 - Preview Rhodes
ADMISSION BEFORE YOU APPLY... VISIT www.RhodesState.edu to:
APPLY... IT’S EASY. JUST FOLLOW THESE 3 STEPS:
HAVE QUESTIONS?
• Explore program offerings and enrollment requirements for your area of interest
1. Complete and submit the application at www.RhodesState.edu/Apply or request a paper application.
Call us at (419) 995-8320 or email enroll@RhodesState.edu
• Get help with the application and financial aid processes
2. Pay the required $25 application fee.
• Click “Visit Rhodes State” or “Schedule a Tour” links to visit campus
3. Submit your official High School transcripts or GED Scores and, if applicable, college or university transcripts (PSEOP Students).
Great academics , hands-on learning and internships at an affordable price define the Rhodes State way. Start your journey and learn what more than 16,000 Rhodes State graduates already know. Rhodes isn’t just the familiar choice; it’s the # choice.
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