College Guide - Spring 2023

Sunday, March 26, 2023

STEP-BY-STEP

Finding the right place to land in the college search can be frustrating, stressful and confusing.

Play it smart with a step-by-step approach:

STEP 1. Ask yourself: What do I want? Exactly what do I expect from my education?

Once you have a rough idea in mind about where you want to go and what you want to achieve, start looking at schools that can deliver. You may already have a few schools in mind to start.

Your list may grow longer, but begin narrowing down choices in your junior year. By the time your senior year rolls around, the list should be narrowed to your top two to five or six schools. The application process can take time and create stress, so relieve the pressure by NOT overapplying.

List these schools on your finan-

cial aid applications, ACT or SAT registrations, and other forms.

Check out admission requirements. Are you able to meet all of them?

Apply to more than one school on your list. Visit the schools’ websites to find out what forms you need to fill out and deadlines for submissions. Applications can be filled out online or on paper. Most schools o er both, but some colleges may have a preference for submissions. Colleges may also have rolling admissions deadlines, which means you can apply at any

time throughout the year. Does the school accept the Common Application? It’s a standard form accepted by about 300 colleges. Also, make sure to fill out any supplemental forms required by the college.

STEP 2. Take time to attend a college fair.

It’s like a shopping mall for college candidates. Students and their parents can visit briefly with college admissions representatives from participating colleges and universities, community and tech-

nical schools and military service branches. Gather up materials on the college and get a “feel” for what each college o ers.

Go with a list of questions specific to your interests to ask at each booth. Introduce yourself to the admissions o cers and get on their email and regular mailing lists.

Take advantage of any workshops o ered on the search process, etc.

STEP 3 . Look at cost — but don’t freak out.

College costs money. Sometimes a lot of it, but don’t let that be a roadblock in your desire to attend college.

A lot of award letters arrive during March and April, typically with acceptance letters, and include scholarships, grants and student loans.

Read these letters carefully and figure out how much you’d need to pay for each school. Really take time to decipher how much you’re going to pay out of pocket to attend the school. Ask your school counselor to help with these award letters.

Be realistic about school options — especially when it comes to money. Make a good, educated decision with your family about what you can a ord.

Financial aid is available for many students, but you have to fill out the FAFSA form to find out if you qualify, and for how much. And you’ll have to fill out those forms and reapply each year you enroll in an institution of higher learning.

Grant aid from federal and state governments, institutional funds and private sources, as well as scholarships can lower the net price for a majority of college students.

STEP 4. Making the grade is more than a grade point average. Grades can measure success and focus. Don’t skip out on your classes. Put in the e ort and study. Taking college-level advance placement courses and completing challenging classes improves your potential.

Find activities or sports that make you feel fulfilled and give them the attention they deserve. Don’t sign up for lots of extracurricular activities just to pad your application.

Five steps to reduce stress on your college search

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STEP 5: Make the most of a campus visit. You don’t have to visit every college on your list, but see enough to develop a clear sense of preferences.

See schools farther from home first if you will not be able to later in the year, or start close to home and see a select group of schools farther away during senior fall.

Develop a timetable to be prompt for tours or appointments. Don’t forget to make hotel accommodations if you and your parents need to stay overnight.

Dress appropriately. Show that you take the college or interview seriously.

Talk to faculty, coaches and students involved in the activities that interest you.

Here are some questions to ask when visiting a prospective college: How long, on average,

does it take students to graduate?

What is the student/faculty ratio? Does the faculty include teaching assistants or do professors teach the majority of classes?

What is the placement rate? Do most students who graduate obtain a job in their field? Do they get admitted to grad school? Do employers do on-campus job re-

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cruiting?

What housing options and student facilities, such as health center, athletic center libraries, are available?

Are there student employment opportunities either on or off campus? Will I need a car?

What types of meal plans are available? What types of options are available besides the dining hall?

 Allen College 1990HeathSt, Waterloo,IA50703

Ad mission:(319)226-2000 www.allencollege.edu

 Ellswor thCommunit yCollege

1100CollegeAvenue

IowaFalls,IA50126

Admission: 641-648-4611 www.EllsworthCollege.com

 HawkeyeCommunit yCollege

1501EastOrangeRoad

Waterloo,IA50704

Ad mission:319-296-4000 www.hawkeyecollege.edu

 Nor theastIowaCommunit yCollege (NICC)CalmarCampus

1625Hwy150South;P.O.Box400

Calmar,IA52132

Admission:833.642.2338

www.nicc.edu

 Nor theastIowaCommunit yCollege (NICC)PeostaCampus 8342NICCDrive

Peosta,IA52068

Admission:833.642.2338 www.nicc.edu

 St.A mbroseUniversit y 518W.Locust Street Davenport,IA52803

Admission:563-333-6300 www.sau.edu

 UniversityofNorthernIowa 002GilchristHall

CedarFalls,IA50614

Admission:319-273-2281 www.uni.edu

 WaldorfUniversity 106S.6thStreet

ForestCity,IA50436

Admission:800-292-1903 www.waldorf.edu

 WartburgCollege 100WartburgBoulevard Waverly,IA50677

Admission:800-772-2085 www.wartbu rg.edu

 Waterlo oCommunit yS chools 1516WashingtonStreet Waterloo,IA50702

Admission: 319-433-2240 www.waterlooschools.org

Contact

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e know that students have interests that expand outside of the tradi�onal classroom and they’re ready to take charge of their futures today. That’s why, at the Waterloo Career Center (WCC), we offer more than 20 career pathways for our students to discover where their passion meets profession!

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At the WCC, students from more than 10 area high schools and districts experience real-world training in mul�ple career fields for part of their school day. Instructors with industry experience give students hands-on opportuni�es to learn in labs that look and feel like state of the art workplace environments.

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“I’vehadzerotuitioncostsmyentiretimehere,” Heroldsaid.“TheonlythingIhaveeverhadto payforwasbooks,whichisusuallynotthatbig ofadeal.”

TheLast-DollarScholarshiphelpsIowaresidents completetrainingforhigh-demand,high-wage jobs.Thescholarshipcombineswithotherstate andfederalfundstofillthegapandcoverup

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“Thecostofgoingintoitisnothingsowhynot doit?”Heroldsaid.”Youcangetagreatjob,very stable,goodbenefitsmostlyanywhereyougo.”

Thosewhowanttopursueafour-yeardegreecan alsofindagreatstartatHawkeye.TheLiberal

Artstransfermajorshelpstudentscomplete generaleducationclasseswhileexploring differentcareerpaths.Hawkeye’spartnerships withcollegesliketheUniversityofNorthern Iowa,IowaStateUniversity,andtheUniversity ofIowamaketransferringcreditsseamless.On average,studentswhocompletethefirsttwo yearsoftheirbachelor’sdegreeatHawkeyesave closeto$6,000intuitioncomparedtoIowa’s publicuniversities.

Learn more about Hawkeye’s academic programs, as well as student activities, athletics, and more at www.hawkeyecollege.edu.

TheLast-DollarScholarshipcancoverupto100%of tuitionandmandatoryfeesforIowaresidentspursuing adegreeinahigh-demandjobfield.

Ifyourtuitioncostsarecoveredbyotherstateorfederalprograms, theLast-DollarScholarshipwillstillpayyou$250(or$125forpart-time students).HawkeyeCommunityCollegeoffersthelowesttuitioninthe CedarValley,andpartnershipstomaketransfersimple.Savetimeand moneybybeginningyourcollegejourneyatHawkeye.

Waldorf University is going back to their roots as a private, faithbased, tax-exempt organization after finalizing the transfer of ownership to the Waldorf Lutheran College Foundation on Dec. 1, 2022.

Founded in 1903 after The Waldorf Hotel became vacant because of “The Great Hotel War of Forest City,”

Reverend C.S. Salveson gathered the recourses to fund a Christian College that is now known as Waldorf University In Waldorf’s earliest days, it viewed education sponsored by the church as vital for people who served our communities, on the belief that human life is a gift from God and the educational enterprise offers the opportunity for the cultivation of your full potential. Waldorf was a Junior College until 2001, when Waldorf became a fully accredited bachelor’s degree-granting college

While the college was doing everything to thrive and keep its head above water during the

BACK TO OUR ROOTS

Great Recession, it found itself in a predicament of possibly closing its doors Luckily in 2010, God brought Columbia Southern Education Group (CSEG) to Forest City, Iowa and Waldorf was acquired as the family’s first traditional campus school. With the heart of Waldorf and the backing of CSEG, we established a significant online presence that offers students worldwide an opportunity to earn associate, bachelor’s, master’s and certificate programs. During the ownership of CSEG, the Waldorf Lutheran College Foundation continued to support Waldorf through alumni relations, scholarships and campus ministry.

Without the help of CSEG and every part of our Waldorf Family, we couldn’t have become what we are today and have the honor to teach both old and young “Lux et Veritas,” which reads “Light and Truth,” the official motto on the seal of Waldorf University. As we return to our roots,

we can uphold the strong Lutheran traditions of excellence and continue to honor our values of serving our community, academic excellence, freedom of inquiry, liberating education and learning through the open exchange of ideas. All the prayers, hard work and resilience have led us here to today, where we can proudly say we are returning to our roots Our mission statement declares Waldorf University educates the entire person, equipping students for lives of fulfillment in communities where they live and serve As we return to our roots, Waldorf University aspires to be distinctive, affordable, values drive, innovative and digital. Thank you to everyone who has helped us get back to our roots and for being a substantial part of our journey and the Waldorf Family We can’t wait for you to become a part of the Waldorf Family and the great things that are happening here Visit waldorf edu to see the exceptional experiences Waldorf University has to offer

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Access, education and support vital to close gender gap in tech careers

BRANDPOINT

While women make up approximately half of the U.S. workforce, they are underrepresented in the technology sector, making up 28% of the industry. These numbers are even lower for women of color seeking opportunities in the field, with 3% of computing-related jobs being filled by African American women, 6% by Asian women and 2% by Hispanic women. Conversations often focus on empowering diverse voices to ensure they are represented in society. While these conversations raise awareness, they may not result in action and shifting the narrative surrounding diverse hiring practices. Diversity becomes a guide for program development to ensure diverse and female students feel supported in their pursuit of tech-related jobs, helping to address the gender gap in the industry.

To address the gender and diversity disparities, women must have access to resources and learning opportunities that give them the skill sets and confidence to pursue tech careers. Higher education institutions can play a significant role in bridging the gap. Creating greater awareness of job opportunities in the tech industry, potential career paths and sharing how to attain the necessary skills provides emerging talent with a clear trajectory for a future career in tech.

Higher education institutions can design inclusive programming.

In higher education, diversity is often thought of as the physical makeup of the student body. But diversity also extends beyond demographic data to how students learn – taking into consideration the tools they need to succeed. These tools can come in the form of academic success teams or

programming rooted in uplifting diverse students to help them achieve their academic and professional goals.

Higher education institutions are tasked with providing the most current and industry-relevant education to students to augment a work-ready pool of talent. To be successful in this mission for all students, institutions can use adaptive programs to close the opportunity gap for female and diverse students. An example of a curriculum informed by student need is DeVry University’s Women + Tech Scholars Program, which was established to increase female representation in the tech field by providing women with tools, support and resources such as:

access to mentors, early access to industry-related internships and job opportunities and industry association memberships.

Providing more women with a seat at the table helps to advance the tech industry.

Despite increased efforts to diversify a traditionally homogenous workforce, nearly 70% of tech companies report a lack of diverse representation in their workforce. In 2020, Google reported that 5.5% of new hires during that year were Black. Creating a more diverse tech workforce can lead to greater opportunities for collaboration because new perspectives are brought to the forefront that were previously unrepresented—driving innovation, creativity and pro-

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“Considering the current workforce and the growing need for tech talent, the share of diverse and female tech employees remains at alarmingly low levels,” said Randi Zuckerberg, founder and CEO of Zuckerberg Media.

Diversity of thought enhances problem-solving exercises because teams are mitigating the potential of finding themselves in an echo chamber of a singular thought derived from similar opinions. Studies suggest that companies that prioritize gender or racial and ethnic diversity are more likely to see financial returns that are above national industry averages.

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Seeing someone from a similar background succeeding in a career path builds awareness. Higher education institutions that create opportunities for women to network and build connections with leaders they can identify with increase the chance of success in these highly sought-after, influential industries.

Carving out unique, defined spaces in which diverse and female communities can feel a sense of belonging helps increase overall academic performance, persistence and academic success, which can translate into professional success post-graduation.

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Bachelor of Health Sciences Degree with a major in Public Health

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Bachelor of Health Sciences Degree with a major in Computed Tomography (CT) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Occupational Therapy

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Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree

Education

Doctor of Education in Health Professions

Education Degree (EdD)

Nursing

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High School Students Explore Healthcare

Careers

New nursing curriculum:Allen College offering 12-month and 24-month programs

In order to meet the needs of today’s college students, Allen College’s School of Nursing has implemented new curricula for boththetraditionalandaccelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing(BSN)tracks

Afterconductingacomprehensive analysis and comparisons of data,theacceleratedtrackofBSN program will be offered over 12 months (three semesters) and the traditional track will be offered over24months(foursemesters).

These revised curricula will provide students with an immersive clinical experience throughout their program to enhance their education and the transition from student to practicing nurse Ongoing collaboration with clinical partners will continue to be essential to provide exceptional preparationforpractice.

These changes represent me-

ticulous planning by the BSN leadership and faculty to continue to provide the educational opportunitiestoallowourgraduates tomaintaintheexemplarygradu-

ateoutcomesinbothcertification scoresandjobplacement.

Since the beginning of 2021, AllenCollege’sNCLEXRNpass rate is 98.29% (234 test takers)

compared to the national average of 79.78% for all RN programs overthesametimeframe.

The new curricula will start in 2023.

Allen College was approved by the Iowa College Aid Commission (ICAC) to participate in the Last Dollar Scholar program for the Associate of Science in Radiography (ASR) program

This program provides a tuition offset for students enrolled intheASRprogramafterallstate andFederalfinancialaidhasbeen applied.

Schoolsareeligibleforparticipation that offer undergraduate

programs that lead to associates degree or certificates in professions that are considered high need by the Iowa Workforce Development. Students need to meet eligibility criteria including either graduating from an Iowa

high school or establishing residency in Iowa as determined by ICACguidelines.

At a time when costs continue to rise, this program will provide much needed financial support forthesestudents

Allen College receives Last Dollar Scholar designation for radiography program

IN-DEMAND CAREERS DRIVE NEW PROGRAMS AT NICC.

Northeast Iowa Community College’s (NICC) partnerships with local industry help guide the creation of new programs relevant to our area’s employment needs.

Programs developed the past year prepare the students for in-demand employment in agriculture, human and public services, healthcare, advanced manufacturing and more. Employers provided direct input on curriculum and career preparation for students Two of these new programs, Conservation Agronomy and Medical Assistant, also qualify you for the Last-Dollar Scholarship - you could earn your degree tuition-free!

In our new Conservation Agronomy program, you learn watershed ecology concepts, structure and how watersheds work in size and over time to mitigate adverse effects on our environment As a graduate you also have the option of transferring to a four-year college to pursue a conservation management degree.

Another program launched this year, Criminal Justice, is a fully online program that includes an internship highlighting components of the criminal justice system, such as law enforcement, courts and corrections.

Our Medical Assistant program prepares students for careers working directly with patients taking vital signs, assisting with medical procedures and documenting medical history NICC has also established a partnership with local hospitals to create a full-ride scholarship opportunity for you.

“I really wanted to get into healthcare after staying home to take care of my children,” said Jamie Montgomery, a Medical Assisting student.

“My dream job is to work as a medical assistant in the oncology department with cancer patients. I want to be part of their heroic journey, to walk with them.”

If your goal is a four-year degree, NICC is the smart choice. We offer 19 transfer programs that guarantee transfer to many colleges including Iowa, ISU and UNI You can complete a degree in history, mathematics, biology, business or one of many others.

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Yourjourneytowardsuccessbeginsthemomentyousetfooton the WartburgCollegecampus. Throughyourcoursework,involvement withon-campusorganizationsandexperiencesoff-campus—likeser vice trips,ourUrbanStudiesProgramsin ColoradoandDesMoines,andinternships—youwilllearnmoreaboutwho youareandwhatyouaremeanttodo.

Ourstudentshailfrom36states and66countries. U.S.Newsand WorldReport considersWartburga first-tierNationalLiberalArtsCollege,a nd t he CarnegieFou nd ation fortheAdvancementofTeachinghas includedWartburgonitslistofexclusivelybaccalaureatecollegesthatfoster experientiallearningandcommunity engagement.

AtWartburg,youcanchoosefrom morethan60areasofstudy,including numerouspreprofessionaltracksand newprogramsinexercisescience,publichealth,actuarialscienceanddigital mediaandproduction.Ifyouhaven’t decidedyourpath,youwillworkclosely

withprofessorsandstudentsuccessprofessionalstofindyourpassionandstill graduate infouryears.

INTERACT. Smallcollegeshavebig advantages,includingpersonalaccess toyourprofessors.Nomatter youracademicpath,youwillbenefitfroma lowfaculty-to-studentratioandclasses taughtbyaprofessor,notagraduate student

GETINVOLVED. Morethan one-quarter ofallstudentsparticipate inoneofthecollege’s18musicensembles,includingthe WartburgChoir, Castle SingersandWind Ensemble, whichtourever yyearandalternate travelabroadonarotatingthree-year schedule.Morethan600studentsare involvedinourintercollegiate athletic programs,whichconsistentlyrankin thetop25inNCAADivisionIIIand havewonindividualor teamnational titlesforthelast28years.

In2022,Wartburgaddedwomen’swrestling andesportstoitscompetitivelineup.Wealso

havenearly100student-runorganizationsfocusingonacademics,mediaand publications, sportsandrecreation,performingarts,ser viceand spirituallife, aswellasother generalinterests.

NET WORK. Becausewearearesidentialcampuswithavibrantlivingand learningcommunity,studentsbuilda strongnetworkoffriendsregardlessof wheretheyliveortheirmajor.Whileon campus,studentsconnectwithalumni acrossthe globewhohelpthembuild theirnetwork.Upongraduation,new Knightsjointheranksofthealumni helpingshepherdthenextgeneration ontosuccess.

LEAD. Employersvalue awell-roundedemployee.AtWartburg,students havetheopportunitytoleadinthe classroom,onthefieldorstage,through astudentorganizationorthroughserviceinthecommunity.

SUCCEED. AtWartburg,93percent ofourgraduatescomplete their degree infouryearsorless.Ourpre-health placementratesaremorethandouble thenationalaverage,withstudentsin pharmacy,nursing,medical/clinical laboratorysciencesandveterinarymedicineseeing100percentplacementrates.

Inourdailyworktoeducate young people,WartburgCollegestrivesto liveitsdistinctivemissioninbold,new contexts.Ourcallingistochallenge andnurturestudentsoftomorrow, whocometousfrommanyplaceswith many desiresandaspirations.

AsaWartburgCollegegraduate you willleavecampuswithmorethanjust a degree.Duringyourfouryears,you alsowillhaveimprovedyourcritical thinkingandcommunicationskills, yourculturalcompetenceandabilityto workwellwithothers.

Investingina bachelor’sdegree isstillworthit

Gettingabachelor’sdegreeisoneof thebestmovesyoucanmaketostart yourcareerandbuildthelifeyou’vealwayswanted.Here’swhyinvestingin abachelor’sdegreeisaninvestmentin yourfuture!

Returnoninvestment

Themostobviousreasonwhyyou shouldwantabachelor’sdegreeis toinvestinyourearningpotential. Studentshavethecapabilitytoearn moreastheyachievehigherlevelsof educationcomparedtoahighschool diplomaalone.

Simplyput,studentsputintime andmoney inreturnfor a lifetimeof higher wagesandimprovedquality oflife. You’llhave strongsalar y opportunitieswhen yougraduateand as youadvance your career

Evenbetter,Iowaisoneofthe beststatestobeacollegestudent. Itranksthirdnationallyinreturnon investmentforstudents,withROI definedastheamountastudentcan expecttogainfinanciallyfromeach individualdegree.

Butthebenefitsdon’t stopthere. As studentsearnmore,communities andcitizensthroughout Iowa benefit fromanenlargedeconomy and a reduceddemandforsocialservices. Accordingto a recentreport, the Universityof Northern Iowa contributed$1.6billionintotaladded incomefor Iowa’s economy during the2021-2022fiscal year.

Findyourpath

It’sOKifyou’reundecided.Infact,the exploratoryprogramisthesecond largest“major”atUNIforstudents newfromhighschool.Whetheryou’re undecidedandneedtofindaprimary areaofstudyoryouknowexactlywhat

youwanttomajorin,completingarobustgeneraleducationprogramwill setyouuptobeawell-roundedmemberoftheworkforceandawell-roundedindividual.

UniversityofNorthernIowarecently redesigneditsgeneraleducation programtohelpeverystudentgetthe mostoutoftheircollegeeducation. NowcalledUNIFI,itincludesthe abilitytoearnanextracredentialinthe formofamultidisciplinarycertificatebuiltrightintotheprogramtohelpyou standoutfromotherjobseekersupon graduation.

Collegeisanextremelyformative time,andmostpeoplechangetheir majormorethanonce.Evenafter startingacareer,somepeoplewill completelychangewhatfieldthey’re workingin.Thisiswhyhavingsome timetofigureoutyouroptionsbefore youcommittoaplanofstudyand gleaningasmuchasyoucanwhile you’reincollegeissoimportant.

Earningabachelor’sdegreeallows youtoexploremanysubjectareas ratherthannarrowingyourfocuswith asinglecareerpathinmind.It’sthe perfectwaytodiversifyyoureducation andacquireabroadskillset.There aresomanyoptionsyou’llhaveby pursuingabachelor’sdegreetomake youreducationuniquelyyours!

CareersthatbenefitIowa

TheUniversityofNorthernIowahasa numberofhigh-valuemajorsandhas launchedseveralnewprogramsto supportIowa.Itssignatureprograms ineducation,business,accountingand managementalignwithnineoutoften ofIowa’smostin-demandcareers.

Theneedforregisterednursesisat thetopofthelistofneedsforthestate, withthelargestnumberoftotalannual

openingsinIowa,accordingtoIowa WorkforceDevelopment.UNIrecently announcedthelaunchofaBachelor ofScienceinNursingdegreetohelp meettheshortageofnursesinhealthrelatedfields.Thefirststudentsinthe programareexpectedoncampusin fall2024.

Teachingpositionsoccupyfour outofIowa’stoptenmostin-demand jobs.TheUniversityofNorthernIowa isinthetop1%ofpublicinstitutions nationallyforthenumberofstudents whograduatewithabachelor’sdegree ineducation.AboutoneinfourUNI studentsareeducationmajors–with UNI-educatedteachersemployedin allofIowa’s99countiesandin99%of thestate’sschooldistricts.

Findyourpeople

The campuscommunityis a huge reasontoattend a four-yearuniversity. While you canmake friendsanywhere,itdoesn’t take asmucheffort at a four-yearcollege. A huge partof thisistheabilitytolive on campus surrounded by peerswhoareright downthehallratherthan a 30-minutedriveaway. Thismakesiteasy to buildthelifelongfriendshipscollege isknownforcultivating!

Becausetherearesomany opportunitiesrightoncampus, gettinginvolvedandenrichingyour lifeoutsideoftheclassroomisa breeze.Whetheryou’repassionate aboutvolunteering,you’dlovetojoin

anintramuralsportsteamoryou’re excitedabouttakingdanceclasses, youshouldhavenoissuefindingit allatafour-yearinstitutionlikeUNI. There’sastudentorganizationfor everyinterest,allowingyoutocontinue exploringhobbiesandvaluesthatmay notbedirectlylinkedtoacareerbut arestillmeaningfultoyou.

Evenoutsideofstudent organizations,thereareotherways foryoutogrowcurrentinterestsor findnewones.Thestudentcalendar isregularlyfilledwithsportingevents andfunshowsthataretypicallyfreeto students.

Theresourcesthatareavailableto studentsgobeyondentertainment.For example,there’safreeplacetowork out,astudenthealthclinicandmental healthresources.Takingadvantage oftheseoptionshelpsyoubeyour bestselfphysically,emotionallyand academically.

DiscoveritallatUNI

Althoughtherearemanyjobopportunitiesforhighschoolgraduates,earningabachelor’sdegreewillprepare youforafuturefullofcareerpotential. StartbuildingyourfutureattheUniversityofNorthernIowabyapplying todayatuni.edu/apply.

TheeconomicvalueofattendingUNI

UNIalumniwithabachelor’sdegreeexperienceanaverage increaseinearningsof $22,700 annuallycomparedtoIowans withahighschooldegreealone.