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Reprinted from Pittsburgh Magazine, September 2018

As high school students move

through the college search process, it is best for them to relax, be honest and most importantly, be themselves. Once a high school student starts identifying which colleges spark their interest, they should start thinking about scheduling a visit. When visiting a school make sure to tour the campus, talk to people and try the food. If you think you will be spending a lot of time in a particular building or area, be sure to check it out during your visit! If possible, meet with an admission counselor. Counselors are a valuable resource during the college search as they are the ones who can answer questions regarding the school and the admission process.”— ALLEGHENY COLLEGE

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SHOULD BEGIN THE PROCESS OF COLLEGE PREPARATION EARLY TO MAXIMIZE THEIR OPPORTUNITIES FOR GETTING INTO AND AFFORDING THEIR COLLEGE OF CHOICE. THIS MEANS REGISTERING FOR THE SAT OR ACT EARLY, TAKING ADVANTAGE OF EARLY APPLICATION DATES, AND EARNING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE BY APPLYING FOR THE MANY SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE OR THROUGH MICRO-SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED FOR THEIR ACTIVITIES IN HIGH SCHOOL. ALONG WITH GOOD GRADES, STUDENTS SHOULD TAKE ON LEADERSHIP ROLES AND BE ACTIVE IN A GOOD CHURCH TO DEVELOP TRAITS OF SELF-DISCIPLINE, SELFLESSNESS AND MATURITY. — GENEVA COLLEGE

Don’t underestimate

the value of a campus visit, speak with current college students for an inside look into their experience and finish a challenging senior year curriculum strong — sprint through the tape!”— SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY

Colleges are interested in your academic rigor — a challenging curriculum and strong grades. Highlight your curiosity

and willingness to challenge yourself when it comes to course selection. Take an active role in and out of the classroom and demonstrate a strong commitment to school and community activities that match your passions. Visit your high school guidance/college counseling office early and often — take advantage of any test preparation or scholarship resources they offer.”— WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON COLLEGE

VISIT THE CAMPUSES OF THE TOP SCHOOLS THEY ARE INTERESTED IN

ATTENDING. AT DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY, STUDENTS OFTEN SAY THAT ONCE THEY GOT TO CAMPUS, WHETHER FOR A TOUR OR AN OPEN HOUSE EVENT, THEY JUST KNEW IT WAS WHERE THEY WERE MEANT TO BE. A CAMPUS VISIT WILL GO A LONG WAY IN HELPING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MAKE THE BIG COLLEGE DECISION WITH CONFIDENCE.”— DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY

Start thinking

about your future — and potential college choices — early in your high school career. Take challenging courses and take them seriously. Work a part-time job or get involved in something outside of the classroom. It helps you build tangible skills like time management that will benefit you in college, but also can help you to become a more well-rounded individual. Colleges and universities want students who will succeed but also contribute to their campus community.”— CARLOW UNIVERSITY

“Plan ahead and have fun!

Don’t wait until your senior year of high school to plan for your college career. Start going to college fairs your sophomore year to see what is out there. Not only will this result in less stressful junior and senior years, it will get you excited and motivate you to do your best in high school.”— CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST

PERTINENT STEPSA HIGH-SCHOOL STUDENTNEEDS TO TAKE WHEN

PREPARING FOR COLLEGE ?

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HIGH-SCHOOL STUDENTS SHOULD START RESEARCHING CAREER PATHS AND COLLEGE MAJORS AND VISITING CAMPUSES EARLY IN THEIR COLLEGE SEARCH PROCESS. DURING THEIR CAMPUS VISIT, STUDENTS SHOULD PLAN TO MEET WITH A FACULTY MEMBER AND INTERACT WITH CURRENT STUDENTS. STUDENTS SHOULD ALSO CONTINUE TO TAKE CHALLENGING CLASSES THROUGH THEIR SENIOR YEAR OF HIGH SCHOOL TO ENSURE THEY ARE PREPARED FOR THE RIGOROUS COLLEGE CURRICULUM. — WAYNESBURG UNIVERSITY

When preparing for college, the most important question to ask yourself is: What is best for you as a student? In other words, choose a school that aligns with your personality, interests and academic or career goals. The easiest way to narrow your college search is by ranking your priorities. Consider whether you prefer a small or large campus, a private or public school, an urban or suburban environment and how far you want to be from home. The best fit may be a school you never heard of, or it could be right in your hometown. Visit each college more than once to determine whether you can imagine yourself as a student on that campus. Also, all students should apply for financial aid. Some families don’t apply because they think they will not qualify. Students need to apply for financial aid by the deadline. Filing the application late may cause the student to lose out on aid that they might have otherwise received.”— LA ROCHE COLLEGE

THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT THE COLLEGE SEARCH PROCESS IS THAT IT STARTS JUNIOR YEAR, WHEREAS IT REALLY BEGINS WHEN YOU STEP INTO FRESHMAN YEAR. FROM THE COURSES YOU TAKE TO THE ACTIVITIES AND PASSIONS YOU PURSUE, YOU’RE CRAFTING YOUR NARRATIVE WELL BEFORE YOU SEND A COLLEGE YOUR TRANSCRIPT AND RESUME. WHILE TAKING A WELL-ROUNDED CURRICULUM IS IMPORTANT TO PREPARE FOR COLLEGE, BE SURE TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF IN KEY AREAS THAT MAY ALIGN WITH YOUR FUTURE MAJOR. DETERMINE WHAT FACTORS ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE BUT HAVE AN OPEN MIND AND VISIT DIFFERENT TYPES OF SCHOOLS TO FIND THE RIGHT “FIT.” DO YOUR RESEARCH. PREPARE A CHART FOR EACH COLLEGE AND TIMELINE OF APPLICATION, SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID DEADLINES SO YOU CAN SET REALISTIC GOALS AND DON’T MISS ANY OPPORTUNITIES. — GROVE CITY COLLEGE

Our admission staff encourages high school students to enroll

in college prep curriculum, take the ACT and/or the SAT, explore career interests through job shadow experiences, participate in community service and outreach, conduct comprehensive scholarship searches, visit college campuses to connect with admission counselors and current students, discuss college choices with high school guidance counselors and identify mentors and teachers who can write your letters of recommendation.”— URSULINE COLLEGE

The search for the right college is an exciting time for families. High

school juniors and seniors are visiting new places, meeting new people and taking part in a decision that could change the trajectory of their life. That can sound intimidating, but focusing on essentials can simplify the process. A visit to campus will give you a chance to see if the college and the setting are the right fits.”— THIEL COLLEGE

Do your research — online tools

make this easier than ever. Which institutions have my major, my sport, my activities, opportunities for research, interning or studying abroad? What is the actual cost after all financial aid is applied? What are the housing options for freshmen? What are the food plan options? How many students are there? What is the average class size? Can I apply for free? When do I have to make my final decision? Who advises freshmen? Then, narrow it down to a handful and plan a visit. You need to go and look around for yourself. You need to ask yourself, can I see myself here? Are the people friendly? Is the campus well-maintained? Is the campus safe and in a safe location?”— UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT BRADFORD

BY THEIR JUNIOR

YEAR, STUDENTS SHOULD ESTABLISH CRITERIA FOR THEIR SEARCH AND BEGIN RESEARCHING AND VISITING SCHOOLS, TAKING THE SAT AND/OR ACT, AND LOOKING AT ALL OF THE OPTIONS REGARDING FINANCIAL AID. DURING THE SENIOR YEAR, FILING THE FAFSA, SENDING HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS AND SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS ARE THE FINAL STEPS TO THAT ALL-IMPORTANT COLLEGE DECISION.”— SAINT VINCENT COLLEGE

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WHY SHOULD POTENTIALSTUDENTS CHOOSE YOUR

SCHOOL ?

ALLEGHENY IS AN EXCEPTIONAL INSTITUTION, SO THERE ARE NUMEROUS REASONS TO PURSUE AN UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION HERE. THE REALITY IS THAT EVERY STUDENT IS UNIQUE, SO EACH STUDENT WILL HAVE THEIR OWN SET OF REASONS WHY ALLEGHENY IS AN APPROPRIATE FIT. WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON OUR UNUSUAL COMBINATIONS AND WILLINGNESS TO SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS; OUR GRADUATES COME OUT EXCEPTIONALLY WELL PREPARED TO HEAD INTO THE WORKFORCE, PARTICIPATE IN SERVICE PROGRAMS OR PURSUE FURTHER EDUCATION. ABOUT 95 PERCENT OF THOSE STUDENTS SEEKING WORK UPON GRADUATING ARE EMPLOYED WITHIN SIX MONTHS. STUDENTS ARE ALSO GUARANTEED SUPPORT VIA THEIR FIRST-YEAR SEMINAR PROFESSORS WHO ALSO FUNCTION AS THEIR ADVISORS UNTIL THEY DECLARE THEIR MAJORS SOPHOMORE YEAR. OUR PROFESSORS CARE DEEPLY ABOUT THEIR STUDENTS, SO MUCH OF THE SUPPORT THAT STUDENTS RECEIVE WILL ACTUALLY BE OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM. — ALLEGHENY COLLEGE

THIEL COLLEGE OFFERS NEW PROGRAMS IN EXERCISE SCIENCE, HEALTH SYSTEMS, SPORTS MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY MANAGEMENT. THESE NEW PROGRAMS ARE PART OF A ROBUST CURRICULUM THAT OFFERS 60 MAJORS AND MINORS. ALSO, NEW ARE THE $4.5 MILLION HAER FAMILY SCIENCE AND ARTS CONNECTOR AND A TRACK AND FIELD COMPLEX.— THIEL COLLEGE

We live in a dynamic world with uncertainty about the future. At Geneva College, we prepare students well for the jobs of today but also for their next job and the unknown challenges to come. Our

vocational focus in the context of a liberal arts education emphasizes integration of Christian principles into all aspects of life to develop workers and citizens who are valued by employers, families, churches and communities, leading to meaningful careers and lives.”— GENEVA COLLEGE

“Slippery Rock University

partners with you to provide the education and experience you need to achieve a leadership position in your desired field, but also make the world a better place for all of us.”— SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY

At W&J, you’ll learn the adaptation skills critical to meeting today’s rapidly evolving

workforce needs, and you’ll apply those skills. From our nationally recognized Magellan Project, which funds student-designed independent research, to alumni career mentorship, to internships and exchange programs, your W&J education extends far beyond the classroom walls.”WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON COLLEGE

Our campus is beautiful and our

faculty and staff really care about our students. Small-school feel with big opportunities! Cal U is the perfect place for students to find their strengths and passions and forge their futures.”— CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

THERE’S ONE DISTINCT FACTOR IN WAYNESBURG’S EDUCATION THAT

SETS ITSELF APART FROM THE COMPETITION: RELATIONSHIPS.”— WAYNESBURG UNIVERSITY

SAINT VINCENT COLLEGE OFFERS CHALLENGING

ACADEMICS AND HELPS TO MAKE A HIGH-QUALITY COLLEGE EXPERIENCE AFFORDABLE THROUGH GENEROUS SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID. OUR STUDENTS SUCCEED: 97 PERCENT OF OUR 2017 GRADUATES TOLD US THEY ARE EMPLOYED IN THEIR FIELDS OR IN GRADUATE SCHOOL. BUT SAINT VINCENT OFFERS SOMETHING NO ONE ELSE CAN: OUR STUDENTS ARE TRULY PART OF A COMMUNITY, LEARNING ALONGSIDE THE MONKS WHO ARE MEMBERS OF THE LARGEST MALE BENEDICTINE COMMUNITY IN THE WORLD. THEY GIVE US A LIVING EXAMPLE OF FAITH AND HELP OUR STUDENTS TO GROW IN CHARACTER AS WELL AS LOVE OF CHRIST AND NEIGHBOR. — SAINT VINCENT COLLEGE

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Chatham offers 40+ majors,

individualized attention including one-on-one relationships with Success Coaches, a vibrant student life including 18 NCAA Division III sports and the opportunity to live and study at some of the most unforgettable campuses in the Pittsburgh area.”— CHATHAM UNIVERSITY

LA ROCHE COLLEGE OFFERS A SMALL, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENTS TO BECOME THEIR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL

BEST. WE OFFER MAJORS IN BOTH HIGH DEMAND FIELDS AND CREATIVE DISCIPLINES, AND INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION FROM FACULTY IS ONE OF OUR BEST BENEFITS. LA ROCHE ALSO OFFERS MORE THAN 30 STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS AND 13 NCAA DIV. III ATHLETIC TEAMS.”— LA ROCHE COLLEGE

PITT-BRADFORD OFFERS THE POWER OF A MAJOR UNIVERSITY IN A SAFE AND PERSONALIZED SETTING. MAKE LIFE-LONG CONNECTIONS WITH FACULTY, STAFF AND FRIENDS WHO WILL KNOW YOU BY NAME. BECOME A SCHOLAR, A LEADER, A RESEARCHER, AN ATHLETE, A DIFFERENCE-MAKER. WE ARE THE PERFECT FOUNDATION AS YOU BEGIN TO BUILD YOUR FUTURE. — UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT BRADFORD

“Carlow University

graduates do good and do well. With 98 percent of our students either having a job or accepted to graduate school within six months of graduation, Carlow students are successful by any measure. Carlow offers strong academic programs with small class sizes, a wide range of experiential learning opportunities and a unique location. Carlow nurtures your creativity and talent and will prepare you to be an ethical leader ready to give back to your community.”— CARLOW UNIVERSITY

High school students

should choose Ursuline if they have identified one of our programs that they are passionate about pursuing, they are looking to develop close mentoring relationships with faculty and staff, they thrive in a supportive, wholistic learning environment that heightens awareness of women’s contributions and if they would benefit from real-world experiences such as internships, in-class projects and international service trips.”— URSULINE COLLEGE

Students appreciate

Duquesne’s park-like campus that is just steps away from internships, recreation, concerts, sporting events and more. Freshmen matriculating in August 2018 reported that their primary reasons for attending Duquesne are program of study, urban location, size, distance from home, “the feeling I would fit in,” affordability and value and academic reputation.”— DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY

A student should

choose Grove City College if he or she wants to pursue his or her unique calling in an academically challenging and Christ-centered community. Students are empowered to develop their gifts and abilities to glorify God and serve their neighbors, all while gaining a richer understanding of the world around them. Our vibrant student body consists of artists, musicians, scientists, entrepreneurs, missionaries, philosophers and athletes — all striving to become Christian leaders in their fields. From the admissions process to student life and career development, the College values students holistically as image bearers of God and provides them a platform to grow into the people God has created them to be.”— GROVE CITY COLLEGE

In 1815, the Reverend Timothy Alden and members of the Meadville community founded Allegheny College. Today, more than 200 years later, Allegheny is one of the nation’s oldest, most successful and distinguished private liberal arts institutions. It is a leader in higher education innovation, having been named in 2017 by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Top 6 Most Innovative Liberal Arts Colleges in the nation. In 2016, Allegheny was recognized as Number 1 in Undergraduate Research among four-year colleges by the National Council on Undergraduate Research.

At Allegheny, when members of the college community talk about unusual combinations, they mean it as a tremendous compliment — a compliment that recognizes the unique character of each student. When you look around, you’ll see a college president who studies decision-making by modern American presidents and then rolls up his sleeves for grassroots community service; an aspiring diplomat singing in the choir and building a bike path; a future physician who edits the college newspaper and pole vaults on an international stage. Unusual combinations, yes, but at Allegheny they are everyday examples of students exploring all of their talents and all of their passions.

Central to the college’s focus on experiential learning is the Allegheny Gateway, which helps students connect classroom learning with real-world experience. Since its introduction in 2015, the Gateway has received national attention. It is a central location for collaboration and study in which students can access resume and career services, pre-professional and graduate school advising, research funding and fellowships, internship opportunities and more.

The College’s Mission Statement is clear: Allegheny’s undergraduate residential education prepares young adults for successful, meaningful lives by promoting students’ intellectual, moral and social development and encouraging personal and civic responsibility.

All of this is happening on a beautiful 79-acre campus that includes historic architecture and cobblestone streets interspersed with new facilities such as the Vukovich Center for the Communication Arts, which is bristling with the latest technology. Located on a hill overlooking the City of Meadville, the campus is a short walk to downtown and all the amenities you’ll need to enjoy the Allegheny experience.

CONTACT INFO: Meadville, PA; 800/521-5293, allegheny.edu/admissions, [email protected], @GoToAlleghenyYEAR FOUNDED:

1815APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Early Decision – Nov. 15; Early Action – Dec. 1; Early Decision II – Feb. 1; Regular Decision – Feb. 15 FRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE:

68%SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE:

Environmental Science & Sustainability; Communication Arts; Business and Economics; Global Health Studies; Psychology; Pre-Professional ProgramsSTUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

11:1ENROLLMENT:

2,100NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED:

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science

IN-STATE TUITION: $47,040OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:

$47,040PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS:

2%FEMALE PERCENTAGE:

55%MINORITY PERCENTAGE:

28%PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID:

78% of all degree-seeking undergraduates received need-based fi nancial aidTOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

• #6 Most Innovative national liberal arts college — U.S. News & World Report • Listed among Colleges that Change Lives• #15 in the country — Princeton Review Best Schools for Making an Impact DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:

92 miles

ALLEGHENY COLLEGE


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Carlow is a private, co-educational, Catholic university located in the heart of Pittsburgh’s “Eds, Meds and Tech” district. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Carlow’s graduates, curriculum and partnerships reflect its strong commitment to social justice; ethical, forward-thinking and responsible leadership; and service to the community that has a meaningful impact. Undergraduate and graduate degrees are offered in three colleges: Health and Wellness, Leadership and Social Change, and Learning and Innovation. Carlow graduates are in demand for their professional expertise, in fields ranging from nursing, the sciences and perfusion technology to counseling, education and forensic accounting; their entrepreneurial spirit and creative mindset; and their ability to manage change. Carlow’s thirteen athletic teams are known as the Celtics, a reflection of the university’s Irish heritage and roots.

CONTACT INFO: Pittsburgh, PA; 412/578-6059, carlow.edu, [email protected] FOUNDED:


RollingSUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE:

Nursing, Education, Business, Psychology, Art, Biology, ChemistrySTUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

12:1ENROLLMENT:


29IN-STATE TUITION:

$28,788OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:

$28,788

PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS: 27% (first-year traditional undergraduates), 54% (traditional undergraduates)FEMALE PERCENTAGE:

84% (undergraduate)MINORITY PERCENTAGE:

27% (undergraduate)PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID:

91% (undergraduate)TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

Carlow University is a 2018-19 College of Distinction, Catholic College of Distinction and Pennsylvania College of Distinction.DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:

2 milesAFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES:

Main Campus: Oakland; 2 satellite locations in Greensburg and Cranberry, PA

CARLOW UNIVERSITY

Do Good and do well

DRIVEN TO

CARLOW.EDU

98% OF CARLOW GRADUATES are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.

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Kent State University is one of 76 public higher-research universities, as categorized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, and is ranked in the fi rst-tier list of Best National Universities by “U.S. News & World Report.” With eight campuses spanning Northeast Ohio, a College of Podiatric Medicine, a Regional Academic Center and academic sites in major world capitals such as New York City, Geneva and Florence, Kent State is one of Ohio’s leading public universities and a major educational, economic and cultural resource far beyond the Northeast Ohio region it has served since 1910. The student body comprises more than 39,000 students, including more than 2,000 international students from 104 countries, and the worldwide alumni family exceeds 241,000. The addition of new learning environments from the sciences to the arts and the development of exciting new academic programs such as aerospace engineering, geographic information science and business analytics characterize Kent State’s focus on transformational educational experiences. For more information about Kent State, visit www.kent.edu.

CONTACT INFO: Kent, OH; 800/988-5368, kent.edu, [email protected] FOUNDED:


March 1FRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE:

64.5%SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE:

Higher EducationSTUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

21:1ENROLLMENT:

39,000 across an 8-campus system; 28,000+ undergraduate/graduate on Kent CampusNUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED:

282+ undergraduate degree programsIN-STATE TUITION:

$10,012

OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:$18,714PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS:

7% of Kent Campus undergraduates FEMALE PERCENTAGE:


16% (undergraduate)PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID:

93% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

• Named One of the Healthiest Universities in the Nation• Kent State Fashion School Receives Top Honors in the Nation (4th) and World (17th)• 200+ Education Abroad Programs in more than 60 countriesDISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:

107 mi AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES:

Ashtabula Campus, East Liverpool Campus, Geauga Campus, Salem Campus, Stark Campus, Regional Academic Center (Twinsburg, OH), Trumbull Campus, Tuscarawas Campus

KENT STATE UNIVERSITY


OUR PURPOSE IS TO

HELP YOU FIND YOURS

KENT STATE UNIVERSITY, KENT STATE AND KSU ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS AND MAY NOT BE USED WITHOUT PERMISSION. KENT STATE UNIVERSITY, AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, IS COMMITTED TO ATTAINING EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION OF A DIVERSE WORKFORCE. 18-BRAND-00456-111

PURPOSE. IT'S THAT SENSE OF CALLING THAT TAKES YOU FROM A STUDENT OF LIFE TO A PERSON OF IMPACT. Fundamental in everything we do here at Kent State, it's what

powers Golden Flashes on. It's why we keep on. It's what drives

us and unites us — not just here on campus but across the

nation and around the globe. With purpose as our guide, we open

our minds, uncover new paths and transform the world around us.

PURPOSE.KENT.EDU

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La Roche College offers a small, supportive environment for students to become their personal and professional best. Founded by the Sisters of Divine Providence in 1963, La Roche educates students to be lifelong learners and achievers in an increasingly diverse and global society.

Academics — With a faculty of award-winning scholars, researchers and industry-connected professionals, students receive quality instruction with a real-world approach. Individualized attention from faculty is one of La Roche’s best benefi ts. A 12:1 student-faculty ratio ensures that students receive personalized attention, and professors are dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and career goals.

Study Abroad — The Study Abroad + Study USA program is included in the cost of tuition and allows students to travel within the United States or study abroad at little or no cost. The College also offers a semester in Rome program at the same cost of La Roche’s regular tuition. Students only are responsible for the cost of airfare and travel insurance. The program is hosted on the Campus of the School Sisters of Saint Francis in Rome, just a 20-minute walk from the Vatican.

Location — Situated in Pittsburgh’s North Hills, the campus combines suburban life with big-city amenities. McCandless Crossing, a new neighborhood district and town center, is only a fi ve-minute walk across the street from campus. From a movie theater, shops and restaurants to a pharmacy, bank and grocery store, McCandless Crossing has nearly everything college students desire or need, including employment and internship opportunities. Just a short drive away is North Park of Allegheny County, the perfect place for outdoor exercise and recreation.

Student Life — Students fi nd a tight-knit community with opportunities to meet new people and explore new interests through more than 30 student clubs and organizations. Home to the Redhawks, La Roche also offers 13 NCAA Div. III athletic teams. Men’s sports include baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, lacrosse and soccer. Women’s sports include basketball, bowling, cross-country, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball.

Admissions Events — An open house will be held on Saturday, Nov. 10, and Preview Days on Saturday, Sept. 22 and Monday, Dec. 10. Learn more at laroche.edu.

CONTACT INFO: Pittsburgh, PA; 412/536-1272, laroche.edu, [email protected] YEAR FOUNDED:


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High-demand fi elds of business, management, education, computer science, criminal justice and health and medical sciences, as well as creative disciplines in interior design, graphic design, dance, fi lm and media.STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

12:1ENROLLMENT:


56IN-STATE TUITION:

$27,714

OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:$27,714PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS:




91%TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

La Roche has consecutively ranked as a Best Northeastern College by “The Princeton Review” and is a Catholic College of Distinction and Pennsylvania College of Distinction. La Roche also has earned the Military Friendly Colleges distinction.DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:


Semester in Rome program on the Campus of the School Sisters of Saint Francis in Rome.

LA ROCHE COLLEGE

GET SOCIAL.Follow La Roche College on social media to get a daily glimpse of life as a Redhawk!

@larochecollegeCheck out the latest events, contests and moments on campus.

facebook.com/larochecollege Stay up-to-date on campus news, events and spotlights.

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CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIACONTACT INFO:

California, PA; 1/888-412-0479, calu.edu, [email protected] YEAR FOUNDED:

1852 APPLICATION DEADLINE:


94% SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE:

Business Administration, Sport Management/Wellness and Fitness, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Biology, Education STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

19:1ENROLLMENT:

5,557 NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED:

Over 100 majors, degrees and certifi cates IN-STATE TUITION:

$3,858 per semester; $7,716 per academic year OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:

$5,787 per semester; $11,574 per academic year

PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS: 70%FEMALE PERCENTAGE:

55% MINORITY PERCENTAGE:

25% PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID:

Approximately 90% of all of our students receive some sort of fi nancial aid. Cal U provides need-based aid to 74% of our undergraduate students. TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

• Best Online Programs, Bachelor’s Degree Programs, U.S. News and World Report: 2015 - 2018

• For the 13th consecutive year, Cal U was named one of the best schools in the Northeast by The Princeton Review.

• GI Jobs’ Military-Friendly School, MilitaryFriendlySchools.com: 2010 - 2018

DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH: 35 miles AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES:

Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Satellite Campus: California University offers a number of programs at an off-campus site located in the Southpointe Industrial Complex in Canonsburg, PA.

Accredited and affordable, Cal U provides students with an excellent educational experience at a tremendous value. Cal U professors are some of the best in their fi elds, committed to academic excellence and intellectual rigor and offering real-world experience. 87 percent of Cal U’s full-time faculty members hold the highest degree in their fi eld. With world-class academics, state-of-the-art facilities and proximity to the internationally renowned City of Pittsburgh, California University of Pennsylvania offers more than 100 undergraduate majors, degrees and certifi cates.

AT CAL U, IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU. WE BELIEVE IN YOU. INVEST IN YOU. AND EMPOWER YOU TO BE BETTER, AND STRONGER. WE BELIEVE IN YOUR ABILITIES TO RISE UP AND ACHIEVE, AND WE GIVE YOU THE TOOLS AND TEACHING TO ACTUALLY DO IT.

DON’T SETTLE. BUILD YOU. CAL U. CALU.EDU/APPLY

CHATHAM UNIVERSITYCONTACT INFO:

Pittsburgh, PA; 412/365-1825, [email protected] FOUNDED:




Sustainability; health and lab sciences; business and communication; arts and humanitiesSTUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

9.8 to 1(undergraduate)ENROLLMENT:

1,208 (undergraduate)1,061(graduate) NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED:

40+IN-STATE TUITION:

$17,610 per term (full-time undergraduate)

OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:$17,610 per term (full-time undergraduate)PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS:

69% (total university)49% (Undergraduate)FEMALE PERCENTAGE:

77.1%MINORITY PERCENTAGE:

16.1%PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID:


• Chatham routinely ranks within the top 25 universities as measured by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System.

• Chatham is routinely selected for the Princeton Review’s Green Honor Roll, which recognizes the most environmentally responsible colleges across the US.

• For fi ve consecutive years, Chatham University was admitted to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll (2011- 2015) for engaging its students, faculty and staff in meaningful service that achieves measurable results in the community.

DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH: 5.6 milesAFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES:

Eden Hall Campus in Richland, PA

Founded in 1869, Chatham University is a fully coed institution with an enrollment of over 2,200 students and over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in our areas of excellence: sustainability; health & wellness; business & communications; and the arts & sciences. Chatham is the alma mater of environmental icon Rachel Carson (Class of ‘29) and is recognized as a leader in the fi eld of sustainability, having been selected as one of the Top 50 Green Colleges by The Princeton Review; routinely ranking within the top 25 universities as measured by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE)’s Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS); and mentioned in a 2012 Forbes article as one of the places “contributing to Pittsburgh’s transformation into a destination for green living.”

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Many days (and ways) to learn about Chatham University.

Your college choice is one of the most important decisions you will make. That’s why we offer prospective students a number of opportunities to learn about Chatham in ways that fit their interests and at times that fit their schedules. Take advantage of a visit to Chatham to see our locations, learn about our majors, minors, and other academic offerings, and get a sense of what a Chatham education can do for you.

FALL OPEN HOUSESSaturday, September 22 and Saturday, October 13

9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

SATURDAY CAMPUS TOURS9:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m. October 27, November 10, & December 8

ACADEMIC VISIT DAYSVisit chatham.edu/admission/events for days and times.

Register today at www.chatham.edu/visitdays


DUQUESNE UNIVERSITYCONTACT INFO:

Pittsburgh, PA; 412/396-6222, duq.edu, [email protected] FOUNDED:


• November 1 - Early Decision Application Deadline • December 1 - Application deadline for Biomedical Engineering,

Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant Studies

• February 1 - Duquesne University - Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) 4 + 4 Linkage Program Application Deadline

FRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE: 72% SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE:

Business, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts, Music, Natural & Environmental Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy and Biomedical Engineering Program

STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO: 14:1ENROLLMENT:

5,998 (undergraduate); 3,258 (graduate)NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED:

80IN-STATE TUITION:

$38,178 - $45,475 (tuition varies by program) OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:

Same as in-stateFEMALE PERCENTAGE:



99% of freshmen receive fi nancial aidTOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

• Ranked No. 120 on U.S. News and World Report’s 2018 Best Colleges list

• Ranked No. 12 among national Catholic universities within the U.S. News 2018 top-tier schools

• Ranked as one of Washington Monthly Magazine’s “Best Bang for the Buck” universities

DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH: Located in downtown PittsburghAFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES:

Duquesne in Dublin (study abroad program in Ireland); Italian campus in Rome (study abroad program in Italy)

A nationally ranked Catholic university situated in the heart of Pittsburgh, PA, Duquesne is recognized for its outstanding academic and research programs. Founded 140 years ago by the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, Duquesne is the only Spiritan institution of higher education in the United States.

For the 10th consecutive year, Duquesne was ranked among U.S. News and World Report’s top tier of schools, rising four spots to No. 120 in the 2018 edition of the Best Colleges rankings. The university is also tied for the 12th spot among national Catholic institutions. Duquesne also is recognized as one of the nation’s top schools for providing value and return on investment.

Duquesne University’s 9,500 students choose from 80 undergraduate majors and 90 graduate programs in the schools of business, education, health sciences, law, liberal arts, music, natural and environmental sciences, nursing and pharmacy. The university also offers programs in biomedical engineering.

And an experience that will define you.

800.456.0590 I duq.edu

99% of freshmen receive financial assistance

80 undergraduate majors

14:1 student-faculty ratio

250+ student organizations

An education that challenges you. The values that guide you. A location that inspires you.

TOP 50“Best Value Schools”

U.S. News & World Report

GENEVA COLLEGE CONTACT INFO:

3200 College Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010; 800/847-8255 Geneva.edu, [email protected] FOUNDED:




Biblical Studies; Biology; Business; Communication Studies; Computer Science; Education; EngineeringSTUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

12:1ENROLLMENT:

1,600

NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: Over 80IN-STATE TUITION:







• 2018 US News & World Report Best Colleges #3 North Regional University of Value

• 2018 Kiplinger’s Personal Finance #70 Best College Values National Private Universities

• 2018-19 College of DistinctionDISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:


Online; Degree programs in affi liation with Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) – Aviation/Business, Aviation/Missions, Nursing

With a vocational focus in the context of a liberal arts education, Geneva College prepares undergraduate students to serve faithfully and fruitfully in their life’s work. Geneva graduates serve God and neighbor with intellectual agility and practical wisdom in their roles as doctors, engineers, pilots, community leaders and business owners. A full 96% are working or in graduate school within a year of graduating.

Why do Geneva graduates do so well? The short answer: High standards and even higher levels of support.

Geneva asks much of students but also offers strong support so students can accomplish more in their college years than just “getting through.” Our mentoring model increases persistence to graduation and helps improve student potential in career and life. Students learn critical skills and knowledge needed in dynamic workplaces, communities, churches and families. Geneva graduates leave school prepared for the challenges of today and the uncertainties of tomorrow.

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“My Geneva educationgave me transferable skillsand helped me develop aproblem-solving mentality

and competence inbuilding relationships.”

- Melissa D’Angelo ‘06, MBA ‘09

Start today at Geneva.edu/LifesWork

Serve wholeheartedly and faithfully in your life’s work.

Copyright 2018 Geneva College. Geneva College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, disability and national or ethnic origin.

UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS & PROGRAMS

FULLY ONLINE PROGRAMS10 HIGH-DEMAND

GRADUATE DEGREEPROGRAMS

Melissa D’Angelo ’06, MBA ’09 currently works for energy multinational Chevron as Performance Improvement Coordinator. She is the wife of a fellow Geneva graduate and mother of three boys.

GROVE CITY COLLEGECONTACT INFO:

100 Campus Dr., Grove City, PA 16127; 724/458-2100, gcc.edu [email protected] YEAR FOUNDED:


• Early Decision I: Nov. 1• Early Decision II: Dec. 1• Regular Decision I: Jan. 20, 2019• Regular Decision II: March 20, 2019 FRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE:

79% SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE:

Liberal arts, sciences, engineering, education, music STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

13:1 ENROLLMENT:

2,400

NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: More than 60 IN-STATE TUITION:

$17,930 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:

$17,930 PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS:


50% MINORITY PERCENTAGE:

8% PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID:


• Best National Liberal Arts College (U.S. News)• America’s Top Colleges (Princeton Review)• Best Value College (Payscale) DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:

58 miles AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES:

European Study Center, Nantes, France

Grove City College is a highly ranked, private national liberal arts and sciences college that equips students to pursue their callings through an academically excellent and Christ-centered learning and living experience. It is distinguished by a commitment to affordability and promotion of the Christian worldview, the foundations of a free society and the love of neighbor. The College is a pioneer in independent private education and accepts no federal funds. It is ranked as one of the country’s top colleges by “U.S. News & World Report,” “The Princeton Review” and others. Grove City College develops leaders of the highest profi ciency, purpose and principles ready to advance the common good. It is committed to faith and freedom and embraces core values of faithfulness, excellence, community, stewardship and independence. Students graduate on time and with less debt than many of their peers and earn about 15 percent more than the national average.

Grove City College offers an amazing value. Tuition and costs run about half the national average before scholarships and financial aid. And while many students graduate with little or no debt, the real value of a Grove City College education is in the opportunities it creates to live a rewarding, purpose-driven life.

Students learn from faculty who are distinguished in their fields and have access to exclusive internships and amazing opportunities to study abroad and serve others. A highly-ranked Career Services Office helps students determine and pursue their professional calling, resulting in 96 percent of graduates at work or in graduate school within six months.

transforming Hearts, Hands & Minds

www.gcc.edu

“Best 381 Colleges” – Princeton Review

Least expensive private college in Pennsylvania

– U.S. News and World Report

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SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITYCONTACT INFO:

1 Morrow Way, Slippery Rock, PA 16057; 1/800-778-9111, sru.edu, [email protected] FOUNDED:


Rolling admissionsFRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE:

71.5%SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE:

Health Professions and related programs, Visual and Performing Arts, Education, Business, Management and MarketingSTUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

24:1ENROLLMENT:

8,895

NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: More than 150 academic programs offeredIN-STATE TUITION:


$11,574 — with a 3.0 GPA$15,432 — without a 3.0 GPAPERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS:

6.1%FEMALE PERCENTAGE:



67.2%TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS:

• National College of Distinction (Colleges of Distinction)• Top Public School in the North (US News World Report)• Military Friendly Gold Award (Victory Media)DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:


Regional Learning Alliance (Cranberry Township)

Slippery Rock University, founded in 1889, is a member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. The University is shaped by its normal school heritage and characterized by its commitment to intellectual development, leadership and civic responsibility. SRU provides students with a comprehensive learning experience that intentionally combines academic instruction with enhanced educational and learning opportunities that will help them succeed in their lives, professional careers and be engaged citizens. Today, Slippery Rock University is a four-year, public, coeducational, comprehensive university offering a broad array of undergraduate and select graduate programs to more than 8,800 students. Located in the rolling hills of western Pennsylvania, the 660-acre campus is less than an hour north of Pittsburgh, one hour south of Erie and 45 minutes east of Youngstown, Ohio. Two major highways, I- 79 and I-80, intersect within seven miles of the University, conveniently linking it to the entire Commonwealth and its contiguous regions. The campus is situated in the borough of Slippery Rock in Butler County, Pennsylvania, a safe and friendly community of approximately 3,500 people.

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE

sru.edu

STEMPHYSICAL THERAPY

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPYCOMPUTING

TEACHER EDUCATIONADAPTED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

ATHLETIC TRAINING

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTHEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

BUSINESS & COMMUNICATIONHOMELAND SECURITYSAFETY MANAGEMENT

SOCIAL SCIENCESPERFORMING ARTS

HEALTH INFORMATICSENGINEERING

PUBLIC HEALTHMBA

HUMANITIESEXERCISE SCIENCE

MUSIC THERAPY

September 2018 19

THIEL COLLEGECONTACT INFO:

Greenville, PA 16125; 800/24-THIEL, thiel.edu [email protected] FOUNDED:




Liberal arts and professional studiesSTUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

11:1ENROLLMENT:

800

NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 39IN-STATE TUITION:



10% FEMALE PERCENTAGE:




• 2018-2019 Colleges of Distinction• 2018-2019 Business Department of Distinction• 2018-2019 Education Department of DistinctionDISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:

80 milesFounded in 1866 as a coeducational institution in western Pennsylvania, Thiel College is a leading independent liberal arts college rooted in the Lutheran tradition. Offering distinctive programs in the arts and humanities, social and natural sciences and professional studies, together with engaging co-curricular and athletic opportunities, Thiel provides an accessible and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes service to society. Thiel’s residential campus offers a safe and supportive setting in which to grow and learn. Located in Greenville, PA, the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. The College celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2016 and remains committed to combining tradition with innovation.

For more information about whether Thiel College is the right school, send an email to [email protected] or go to www.thiel.edu.


MAYA BINGAMAN OF STEVENS, PA | INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS MAJORLOVES ALL THE OPPORTUNITIES SHE’S HAD, FROM CAMPUS TO PERU

READ HER STORY @ UPB.PITT.EDU/MAYABINGAMAN

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT BRADFORDCONTACT INFO:

300 Campus Dr., Bradford PA 16701; 1/800-872-1787, [email protected] FOUNDED:


Rolling AdmissionsFRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE:


Biology, criminal justice, psychology, nursing, broadcast communications, computer information systems and technologySTUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

18:1ENROLLMENT:

1,400

NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 41IN-STATE TUITION:

$12,940; $16,578 for nursingOUT-OF-STATE TUITION:

$24,184; $30,838 for nursingPERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS:





• Recognized by the Obama administration in 2016 for excelling in enrolling and graduating low-income students.

• Named a College of Distinction in August 2017.• Recognized by The Princeton Review as one of the best colleges

in the Northeast in August 2018.DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:


Pitt-Bradford is a regional college of the University of Pittsburgh.

There are many reasons to attend the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, which is a regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh. Here are the top 5: 1. Students can choose from more than 40 majors, including biology, broadcast communication, criminal

justice, nursing, psychology, and computer information systems and technology.2. Armed with their University of Pittsburgh degree, Pitt-Bradford graduates are successful; 93 percent

are employed, in graduate school, or both six months after graduating.3. Pitt-Bradford offers many fi nancial aid options; 98.9 percent of students who apply for aid receive

some kind of assistance.4. Small class sizes enable professors, who are experts in their fi eld, to give personalized attention and

serve as mentors.5. The campus is a close-knit, welcoming and inclusive environment.

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Experience student life, explore academics, meet faculty, eat in the

dining hall, and more at W&J during these open house events:

www.washjeff.edu

learn more @

EXPERIENCE CAMPUS VISIT DAYS October 8, 2018 Columbus Day Open House

November 11-12, 2018 Senior Overnight

January 21, 2018 Martin Luther King, Jr.

Day Open House

of W&J graduates are employed or are in graduate school within

six months after graduation?

Did You Know…

93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93% 93%

WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON COLLEGECONTACT INFO:

Washington, PA; 724/223-6025, washjeff.edu [email protected] FOUNDED:


March 1FRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE:

43% (average of last two years)STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

11:1ENROLLMENT:


30+

IN-STATE TUITION: $47,384OUT-OF-STATE TUITION:






• Top producer of Fulbright Scholars and Students for 2017-2018, according to data from U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs

• Princeton Review’s Best 382 Colleges of 2018• U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges 2018DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:

30 milesStudents get the best of both worlds when they choose Washington & Jefferson College: a small-town college setting with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, PA. Founded in 1781, W&J College is located 30 miles south of Pittsburgh in historic Washington, PA.

W&J students gain academic and professional experience on and off campus. Organizations and institutions throughout the Pittsburgh area provide internship and research opportunities. On campus, small class sizes and dedicated faculty ensure that each of the College’s 1,400 students get personalized attention as they study in one of W&J’s 40+ highly-acclaimed academic programs. This helps 93 percent of W&J students fi nd placement in jobs or graduate programs within six months of graduation.

W&J College has been recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars and Students and has been honored fi ve times on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, recognized annually by the President of the United States.


WAYNESBURG UNIVERSITYCONTACT INFO:

51 W College St., Waynesburg, PA 15370800/225-7393; [email protected] FOUNDED:

1849 APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Rolling FRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE:


Waynesburg offers more than 70 major concentrations. The University’s top academic programs include business, communication, criminal justice, education, forensic science and nursing.STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO:

13:1ENROLLMENT:

1,376 undergraduates; 360 graduate and professional students

NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: Over 70 major concentrationsIN-STATE TUITION:







• One of MONEY Magazine’s 2017 “Best Colleges” list• A 2018-2019 College of Distinction, Pennsylvania

College of Distinction and Christian College of Distinction (CollegesofDistinction.com)

• One of the “50 Most Beautiful Christian Colleges & Universities in the U.S. in 2017” by Christian Universities Online

DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH: 50 minutesAFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES:

Cranberry, Penn Center East and Southpointe sites

Waynesburg University, a private Christian university near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, provides a valuable, personal and hands-on educational experience that prepares undergraduate and graduate students for lives of purpose and continued growth. The University is located on a traditional campus in the hills of southwestern Pennsylvania, with three additional sites in the Pittsburgh region.

Waynesburg offers more than 70 major concentrations and fi ve integrated bachelors-to-masters programs in athletic training, business, counseling, criminal investigation and education. The University also offers graduate and professional programs, with some available 100 percent online.

Consistently ranked as a top value school, Waynesburg has emerged as a national leader in educational value. With an average annual cost $10,000 less than the national average, Waynesburg University stands out as a best-value school among private, four-year institutions. 97 percent of 2016 graduates reported working full-time or attending graduate school within one year of graduation.

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Cranberry | Penn Center East | Southpointe | Waynesburg | Onlinelearn more at waynesburg.edu

for tomorrow.

Anthony, a 2017 MBA graduate, is a pastor and published author.

Waynesburg University, a private Christian university near Pittsburgh, provides a valuable, personal and hands-on educational experience that prepares undergraduate and graduate students for lives of purpose and continued growth. Just ask the 97% of 2016 graduates who are working or studying in their chosen fields within one year of earning their bachelor’s degree.

Extraordinary growth leads to extraordinary things.

SAINT VINCENT COLLEGE

URSULINE COLLEGE

Saint Vincent College studentsare part of a community of learnerswho value education as well as thedevelopment of skills that help thembecome leaders who serve theircommunities and the world. SaintVincent offers a picturesque settingwith easy access to both recreationand the arts in a safe, friendlycampus environment. Members ofour Catholic, Benedictine campuscommunity cherish the developmentof growth in character, with specialemphasis on community, love ofChrist and neighbor, hospitality andstewardship, including the care of allcreation.

Ursuline College is a liberal arts college rooted in Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Ursuline educates students for service, leadership and professional excellence through undergraduate, graduate and degree-completion programs. Fields of study include arts and sciences, nursing, art therapy, fashion and historic preservation. More than 90 percent of undergraduates are women; all are supported and challenged by faculty members who provide transformative mentoring. Ursuline has direct-admission agreements with prestigious law schools and graduate pharmacy programs. Ursuline athletes compete in NCAA Division II.

CONTACT INFO: 300 Fraser Purchase Rd., Latrobe, PA; 800/782-5549 ext. 2500, stvincent.edu, [email protected] YEAR FOUNDED: 1846 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling FRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE: 61.9% STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO: 11:1 ENROLLMENT: 1,864 NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: More than 50 IN-STATE TUITION: $34,520 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: Same as in-state PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS: 27% FEMALE PERCENTAGE: 45% MINORITY PERCENTAGE: 12.7% PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 97% TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: U.S. News (fi rst tier, national liberal arts colleges); Washington Monthly, (Best Liberal Arts Colleges); Forbes Magazine (America’s Top Colleges) DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH: 35 miles

CONTACT INFO: Pepper Pike, OH; 440/646-8362, ursuline.edu, [email protected] YEAR FOUNDED: 1871 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling FRESHMAN ACCEPTANCE RATE: 94% SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Counseling and Art Therapy, Education, Fashion, Historic Preservation, Nursing STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO: 7:1 ENROLLMENT: 621 (undergraduate) NUMBER OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 30+ IN-STATE TUITION: $1,069 per credit hour for undergraduate OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $1,069 per credit hour for undergraduate PERCENTAGE OF COMMUTERS: 25.4% (undergraduate) FEMALE PERCENTAGE: 90% (undergraduate) MINORITY PERCENTAGE: 30% (undergraduate) PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 90% (undergraduate) TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Most affordable private liberal arts college in Ohio, A top transfer college, #3 in Ohio for nursing DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH: 125 miles


QUAL I T Y EDUC AT ION IN THE BENED ICT INE TRAD I T ION

Latrobe, Pa. | www.stvincent.edu

Whatever your dreams, Saint Vincent College

is ready to prepare you for a successful future.

READY FOR YOUR FUTURE

The $45 million Sis and Herman Dupré Science Pavilion opened the James F. Will Engineering

and Biomedical Sciences Hall in 2017.

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GET ACQUAINTED DAYSOpen Houses for College-Bound

Students and Their Families

Saturday, Sept. 22Saturday, Oct. 20Sunday, Nov. 11

www.stvincent.edu/visit

It starts with you.A desire to follow your interests.To build a life. And contribute to your world.

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