The Advocate's Higher Education Guide

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Higher Education:

Tulane University......................................4

How do you get there from here?

Our Lady of the Lake College...................5

BY LORI TUCKER

INDEX Southeastern Louisiana University.........3

Southern University.................................6

ltucker@theadvocate.com

University of Louisiana at Lafayette..........8

If you’re a high school senior, people may already be asking what you’ll do after you graduate. Will you pursue further education? Where? How will you pay for it? All are questions that are easier to ask than answer. With all the factors to consider, finding an answer that’s a good fit for you requires research, self-reflection and, in many cases, perseverance.

Did you know that prospective college students who visit at least three different campuses are more likely to enroll in college and to persist through graduation than those who visit fewer than three schools? There’s probably nothing magic about the number three, but the extra effort in exploring options makes a difference.

At the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance, helping students select a school that’s a good fit for them goes

Camelot College.....................................10 ITT Technical College..............................11 BatonRougeCommunityCollege.............12 River Parishes Community College.........14 UniversityofLouisianaatMonroe............15 Dillard University....................................16 Northwestern State University................17 Loyola University New Orleans...............18 Northshore Tech. Community College...19 Nicholls State University......................20 Our Lady of Holy Cross College...........23

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hand-in-hand with looking at how to pay for it. At workshops and outreach events for prospective college students held at schools throughout the state, LOSFA officials suggest a five-point match to identify major areas of concern to consider.

Sujuan M. Williams Bouttée, LOSFA executive director, and several other LOSFA officials recently discussed some of the steps involved.

While your senior year is when you’ll most likely put together your own plan for post-secondary education, middle school isn’t too early to start preparing. As early as your first algebra class, you begin building the GPA that can help or hinder your college or scholarship applications. And, you’re also learning about your own skills and interests. You may think you’re too young to compile a resumé, but LOSFA officials say gathering information about your accomplishments while you’re in high school may help you write a convincing college entrance essay for the school

of your choice. More importantly, it’s part of identifying your strengths and interests that can help guide your direction later.

The Student Tuition Assistance and Revenue Trust Savings Program offers federal and state tax incentives for saving for a college education. When parents or guardians open a START account while a child is young, even a small amount set aside monthly can make a big difference when it’s time to pay tuition.

Finding a match

Here are the five matches LOSFA suggests prospective students consider: • Aptitude, Skills, Interest Match — This one begins with self-reflection. What do you enjoy doing? What do you do well?

Your long-term goal is to identify potential employers who would pay you to do work you enjoy. What credentials would enable you to work in your chosen field? What schools offer programs that will give you äSee EDUCATION, page 22

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Southeastern Louisiana University Strong Academics

Welcome to Southeastern

Southeastern Louisiana University students experience a robust campus life and have all the benefits of a large university (third largest in Louisiana with 15,000 enrollment) with the closeness and personal attention of a smaller one (student-to-faculty ratio of 23:1).

Southeastern provides students with the tools and help necessary to discover their own potential. Southeastern also represents a strong value, having been recognized as among the top 60 low-cost colleges in the nation where graduates also earn high starting salaries.

With more than 150 majors, minors and concentrations, Southeastern students have a wide selection of academic pathways that lead to challenging careers or further graduate and professional studies. All degree programs offer an honors option, and internship opportunities are incorporated into many programs providing students with real-life exposure within their chosen fields.

Professors know their students individually as they engage in active, hands-on learning experiences based upon rigorous academic foundations. The university features the Center for Student Excellence, offering a comprehensive resource for career advising and academic assistance – including tutoring if needed.

Points of Pride

• Top secondary education program in Louisiana • Nightingale Award for Top Nursing Program in advanced practice in Louisiana • Top 4 in the nation for college news program “Northshore News” on the Southeastern Channel

• Only Student Emmy Award in the South was awarded to a Southeastern student last year • Third year in a row receiving the President’s Higher Education Community Service Award • Consortium master’s degree in nursing was named one of the best graduate programs in nursing in the United States • KSLU radio station named Best in the South • Southeastern Channel named the top college TV station in the South • Top 15 New Media and Animation program in the South for two years in a row • Top 50 in nation for financial aid awarded to students

Campus Life

With more than 125 student organizations, there are countless opportunities for students to discover their strengths, enhance their interests, and engage in the campus community. And Lion Athletics – with a record five Southland Conference championships in the last academic year (football, baseball, soccer, indoor and outdoor track and field) – offers ample opportunity for Lion fans to cheer on student-athletes.

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Facilities and services

Southeastern is nearing the completion of a $32 million building and renovation project that will double the size of its War Memorial Student Union. In addition to a “Fresh Food” dining concept, students can also enjoy some of their favorite commercial food outlets.

A fully-equipped Student Activity Center provides opportunities to tend to their physical fitness individually or in groups or participate in intramural activities.

Students save hundreds of dollars each semester on books thanks to an on-campus textbook rental system, while new housing facilities include state-of-the-art amenities.

Admissions and Financial Aid

The Southeastern Admissions team will help guide you through the process of getting admitted, whether for a new beginning freshman, a transfer from another institution, or a returning student.

Visit the website southeastern.edu/ admissions or email admissions@southeastern.edu if you have questions. Information on Financial Aid can be obtained by calling 800-222-7358 or via email at southeastern.edu/financialaid.

SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY Location Hammond, LA 70402 Phone Numbers 800-222-7358 985-549-5637 Fax 985-549-5883 Email admissions@ southeastern.edu Web Address www.southeastern.edu

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1-800-222-SELU • southeastern.edu SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY

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Tulane University

Tulane University Office of Undergraduate Admission 210 Gibson Hall 6823 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA 70118 Email undergrad.admission@ tulane.edu On the Web admission.tulane.edu Phone 800-873-9283 504-865-5731 Fax 504-862-8715 Twitter @TulaneAdmission Facebook facebook.com/ TulaneAdmission YouTube youtube.com/Tulane Instagram Instagram.com/TulaneU

What’s New with the Green and Blue?

Everything – a new president, Mike Fitts; 1,649 new first-year students; new courses; new research; brand-new Yulman Stadium and more. “New” is the new buzzword at Tulane University. We may be a 180-year-old institution, but in many ways our journey has just begun.

Why Tulane?

Tulane offers the best of both worlds – a top-tier research university with a strong commitment to high-quality undergraduate education.

Students explore big ideas in small classes taught by world-renowned faculty beginning with their first semester and continuing through graduate or professional school. A Tulane education is transformative, with hands-on research projects, public service opportunities and internships that give students invaluable real-life experience in their chosen field.

Tulane students also join a school that is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, a select group of the 62 leading research universities in the United States and Canada with preeminent programs of graduate and professional education and scholarly research.

Welcome to Tulane!

Of more than 4,300 higher educational institutions rated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, Tulane remains in a prestigious research category that includes only 2 percent of universities nationwide.

Tulane by the Numbers • 6,630 undergraduates from 50 states and 58 foreign countries • More than 75 different majors within five undergraduate schools and more than 110 study abroad programs in more than 40 countries • Almost 30 libraries and research centers containing more than 2 mil-

lion books and 14,000 periodicals • 60+ TIDES (Tulane Interdisciplinary Experience Seminar) topics • Average class size of 22 students; 83 percent of classes smaller than 30 students; 70 percent of classes smaller than 20 students • 9:1 student to faculty ratio • 93 percent of full-time faculty hold a terminal degree in their field • 85 percent of students come to Tulane from over 300 miles away • More than 200 student-led clubs and organizations • 12 fraternities and 13 sororities represented on campus • Division I Athletics, 34 club sports

and 24 intramural sports • A 156,000 square-foot Reily Student Recreation Center • 14 residence halls to house all freshman and sophomores • More than 15 different eateries on campus to grab a bite • Only 4 miles from the Central Business District and French Quarter • Across the street from beautiful Audubon Park • 780,347 community service hours logged by the Tulane community • 37 Tulane alumni chapters nationwide participating in externships • More than 100,000 job listings posted at Career Services Center Mission Statement Tulane’s purpose is to create, communicate and conserve knowledge in order to enrich the capacity of individuals, organizations and communities to think, to learn and to act and lead with integrity and wisdom.

Did You Know?

Tulane University is a brain magnet for New Orleans. It is the only school in the country where the majority of students come from more than 300 miles away.

Only at Tulane, only in New Orleans.

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Our Lady of the Lake College graduating seniors and transfer students.

OLOL College, located in Louisiana’s capital city of Baton Rouge, is a four-year independent, private, Catholic institution. The College is a wholly owned subsidiary of Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and is sponsored by the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady, North American Province.

D evoted to excellence in

teaching and learning, Our Lady of the Lake College is a studentcentered academic community, guided by its institutional mission. Accredited to offer doctorate, masters, bachelor’s and associate degrees, the College has an enrollment of over 1,800 students and offers degrees in pro-

grams such as nursing, health sciences, humanities, behavioral sciences, and arts and sciences.

OLOL College’s average class size is 20 students. Financial Aid is received by 85 percent of students, and we’re one of the most affordable private, Catholic institutions in the nation. We award scholarships to eligible

Admissions requirements • Deadline: July 1, 2015 • Online application: www.ololcollege.edu • Application fee: $35.00 • Application requirements: High school transcript or high school equivalency certificate and official ACT or SAT test scores. Transcripts from any college, community college or university attended are also required, if applicable.

Orientation Orientation is required for all new students and is held several times throughout the summer.

Admitted students are contacted when registration for Orientation is opened and prompted to register a date from those offered.

Students are responsible for a number of fees based on the amount of credit hours a student is taking. Some fees are per semester.

Students are responsible for purchasing their books, supplies and scrubs for clinical classes.

Financial Aid See our website for information on scholarships and financial aid that OLOL College offers.

For more general information, please see fafsa.ed.gov.

Physical address 7525 Picardy Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Mailing address 5414 Brittany Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Phone 225-768-1700 Fax 225-768-1726 Website www.ololcollege.edu Contact Assistant Dir. of Admissions Danielle Blanchard Open house November 15, 2014 March 7, 2015 Scholarship deadline January 15, 2015 Financial-aid deadline March 2, 2015 for fall and summer enrollment Photo was provided by OLOL College.

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Southern University and A&M College

Southern University

Baton Rouge

Acting Chancellor Flandus McClinton Jr. Campus/Location The University is located in north Baton Rouge on 512 acres of beautiful moss covered oaks on Scotts Bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. The campus boasts a warm, student friendly environment supported by faculty and staff committed to helping students on their paths to success.

Founded 1880 Calendar Fall, Spring and Summer sessions Enrollment 6,374- Fall 2014 Admissions The Office of Admissions is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Office of Admissions P.O. Box 9331 Baton Rouge, LA 70810 www.subr.edu/admissions 225-771-SUBR (7827) 1-800-256-1531 Application Deadlines July 1: Resident and exemption certification for admission in the Fall Semester October 1: Resident and exemption certification for admission in the Spring semester April 1: Resident and exemption certification for admission in the Summer semester Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ wearesouthern Twitter: @SUstudentsfirst Instagram: SU_StudentAffairs Tumblr: WeAreSouthern.tumblr.com

University Highlights n SUBR is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). n SUBR offers a number of online degree programs. Some of them include BS degrees in criminal justice, computer science, interdisciplinary studies, business administration, psychology, and general studies and an executive master of public administration. n SUBR School of Nursing has a 94 percent passage rate on the licensure examination and has been Nursing School of the Year in Louisiana for two out of the past five years. n The College of Engineering is among the nation’s top producers of African Americans who receive the BS degree in engineering. n SUBR is assisted by its Business and Industry Cluster that aids the University financially, provides information on changes in the global business arena, and helps the University in securing employment for

n SUBR students are afforded the invaluable opportunity to assume internships across the nation and around the world with major corporations and government agencies, leading many times to permanent employment. n SUBR has 113 student organizations, 33 honor societies and nine Greek organizations. n SUBR has 15 athletic teams, including 2013 SWAC Conference Championship teams in football, tennis, women’s and men’s basketball, tennis and Western Division Champs in soccer. n SUBR invites students to become part of its Marching Band, “The Human Jukebox,” considered by HBCU Digest to the best many of its students.

Marching Band among Historically Black n SUBR students are encouraged to participate in Colleges and Universities in the nation and was secommunity volunteerism. lected by the NCAA as the second best college marchn The College of Education has a 100 percent passage ing band in the nation in 2013. rate on its licensure exam.

For more information, please call the Office n SUBR assist students in traveling internationally to further their education and improve their employment of Admissions at 225 -771-SUBR (7827) or visit www.subr.edu. chances in the global marketplace.

Perspective Students • Request Southern University information online • Register for Jaguar Preview and campus tours • Receive and review emails sent to you by the Office of Admissions and Recruitment Applicants • Apply online for Southern University • Create student username and password • View application status • Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) www.fafsa.gov All photos were provided by Southern University.

Checklist for application packet, which includes: • Complete Online Application • Application Fee: $20 non-refundable • Official ACT or SAT Scores • Immunization Records • High School Class Schedule • High School Transcript Accepted Students • Complete Housing Application • Register for 365 Jaguar Orientation

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette Your front row seat to new experiences...

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA at Lafayette Location: 104 E. University Circle Lafayette, LA 70503 Phone: 800-752-6553 Fax: 337-482-6467 Email: admissions@louisiana.edu Contact: Joshua Perrodin Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment

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ou are invited to visit our beautiful campus and learn how you can earn a first-rate education with the most affordable value in the state. Schedule a campus tour or register for an on-campus event at louisiana.edu/admissions/visit-us.

Live & Learn

• UL Lafayette is the second-largest university in Louisiana, with more than 18,700 students.

• Rated among the “Best 379 Colleges” by The Princeton Review for 2015.

• Live on campus, with the comforts of apartment-style living and brand new residence halls, for a front-row seat to new experiences.

See more at housing.louisiana.edu.

Affordability & Assistance

• More than 100 degree options.

Known for architecture, arts, business, computer science, engineering, geosciences, industrial design, informatics and nursing.

• State-of-the-art labs, diverse internship opportunities and extensive advising and support services to help you succeed.

• Offers more than 150 clubs, organizations and intramural sports.

• Baseball finished the 2014 regular season ranked No. 1 in the U.S. The football team was the New Orleans Bowl Champion in 2011, 2012, & 2013.

• UL Lafayette is the most affordable university in Louisiana, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Affordability and Transparency List.

• We award more than $5 million in scholarships, in addition to TOPS. Like Family UL Lafayette students embody the Apply by Jan. 31. See more at spirit of the region’s unique Cajun and scholarships. louisiana.edu.

Creole heritage.

All photos provided by UL Lafayette.

Highlights They work hard and play hard. They • Ranked by several college guides, respect others’ beliefs, embrace diThe seamless blend of campus and Admissions UL Lafayette is nationally recog- versity and treat strangers like family. community creates a synergy that sets UL Lafayette wants you to apnized as a major research univer- Their compassion for others inspires UL Lafayette apart from other universi- ply. Complete your application at ties. public service. louisiana.edu/apply. sity.

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Camelot College Camelot college presently provides short-term job-specific training in Advanced Medical Assistant, Nurse Aid Training (CAN), Cosmetology and Cosmetology Instructor Training.

Camelot College has been a pioneer over the past 28 years in assisting students to become qualified for career jobs in as little as ten months.

Thousands of graduates from Camelot College are now gainfully employed and living successful lives because they made the decision to attend Camelot College.

We thank God for the ability to afford our students the opportunity to elevate their families by making services such as on-campus housing, “Two Star Rated” class “A” daycare facility on site, food pantry and free working-wardrobe boutique.

Photo provided by Metro Creative Graphics

A high school diploma/GED and/ or transcript, state identification and Social Security Card are required to apply for admission.

On-campus housing is available.

Upon enrollment, potential students must pass a criminal background check and drug screen to qualify.

Potential students can call 1-800470-3320 or 225-928-3005 and speak to an admissions representative to find out about upcoming classes.

There are no fees due upon enrollment into classes.

Financial assistance What deadlines apply to obtaining financial aid? Students are encouraged to fill out their FASFA online prior to enrolling, however, our financial aid department will walk them through the process upon enrollment.

For more information about finanApplications cial aid, potential students can visit There is no application fee for our website at www.camelotcollege.

Camelot College, and applications com for more information about are avalible by appointment or via financial aid or call us directly at email.

225-928-3005

Camelot College Address 2618 Wooddale Blvd.

Suite A Baton Rouge, LA 70805 Phone 225-928-3005 800-470-3320 Fax 225-927-3794 Website www.camelotcollege.com Contact Pastor Ronnie Williams President/CEO

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ITI Technical College ITI

Technical College

Address 13944 Airline Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70817 Phone 1-800-211-7165 Email admissions@iticollege.edu Website www.iticollege.edu

Welcome to ITI

The ITI Difference

For over 40 years ITI Technical College has been offering skills training for those looking to enter a new career or just adding to present abilities.

We began offering classes at our current campus on Airline Highway in 1979. Known for our quality graduates, we offer a wide variety of fields to choose from, both in associate in occupational studies degrees and in certificate programs.

ITI was designed with the students’ and employers’ needs in mind. Our program curriculums were developed and sustained, to a degree, through employerbased advisory committees, which continues today.

In today’s highly competitive job market, ITI can not only give you an edge, but we can also offer training for a career that you truly love.

• Accreditation: Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.

• Flexible Options: Full time day or night classes are available.

• Convenience: We schedule all classes for you.

• Placement Assistance: The Career Services team is dedicated to you as a student and graduate.

Admissions and Financial Aid You can apply online at www. iticollege.edu or by simply calling 225-752-4233 to schedule a visit.

ITI admissions offers a free evaluation to all those who are interested in attending. You will get a tour of the facilities and a complete review of the program curriculums. Our admissions

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team is excited to meet with you to help put you on the path to success.

Financial aid is available, for those who qualify. ITI offers a variety of financial aid programs to fit your needs and a

scholarship program for Louisiana high school seniors. We are also eligible to receive TOPS & TOPS Tech scholarships. Let our Financial Aid department guide you through the process, at no cost.

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ITI TECHNICAL COLLEGE OFFERS TRAINING FOR CAREERS IN: • •Information Information Technology Technology • •Technical Technical Drafting Drafting • •A/C A/C, and Refrigeration Electricaland Electrical Technology Technology • •Electronic AutomationSystems and Electronic Systems Technology Technology • •Electrical Process Technology Technology

• •Process Office Administration Technology • •Office Medical Coding Administration • •Medical Medical Coding Assisting • •Medical IndustrialAssisting Instrumentation • •Industrial InstrumentInstrumentation & Control Systems Technology •Instrument & Control Systems Technology

For more information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the programs, and other important information, please visit http://www.iticollege.edu/disclosures.htm

CALL TODAY and prepare for the career you’ve always wanted!

1-855-ITI-TECH

admissions@iticollege.edu 13944 Airline Hwy. • Baton Rouge, LA 70817

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Baton Rouge Community College Affordability and Assistance

Location 201 Community College Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Phone 1-866-217-9823 Email info@mybrcc.edu Admissions Accepting applications now.

Complete your application at www.mybrcc.edu Plan to attend?

If you are interested in attending BRCC, visit www.mybrcc.edu to complete an admission application.

For more information on how BRCC can benefit you, call 1-866217-9823.

At BRCC students receive a high-quality, affordable education with full-time tuition under $2,000.

BRCC participates in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. Students can borrow directly from the federal government.

BRCC offers a variety of scholarships that are available from institutional and private sources, as well as organizations that have partnered with BRCC. For information on specific scholarships contact our Financial Aid Office at 1-866217-9823.

BRCC has partnered with Single Stop USA, a national, non-profit organization, to connect students to tax services, social services, financial resources, and local community services, at no cost. For more information call 225216-8363.

BRCC Highlights

With a 2014 fall enrollment of 10,460, BRCC continues to be the leading two-year institution in the region.

BRCC offers over 50 degrees and certificates in areas such as process technology, avionics, construction management, criminal justice, film production, nursing, paralegal, sonography, veterinary technology, emergency management, and more!

This year, BRCC’s Economic Development and Workforce Solutions division served more than 4,000 students, provided contract training for 14 companies and was awarded a total of $1.6 million in grants.

BRCC students enjoy smaller class sizes for more personalized attention.

BRCC has the flexibility of accelerated learning, yearround classes, weekend study and online courses.

BRCC’s curricular offerings include academic and technical courses, as well as pro-

Photos were provided by Baton Rouge Community College

The BRCC Lady Bears made their first ever appearance in the NJCAA Division 1 National Championship last Spring. grams that lead to transfer credits, diplomas, industry based certificates and associate degrees.

Facts of Interest

• BRCC has state-of-the art facilities equipped with cutting-edge technology.

• Courses offered by Economic Development and Workforce Solutions include operational leadership, medical billing and coding, business writing, welding, pipefitting, electrical, grant writing, rigging and more.

• On July 1, 2013, BRCC merged with Capital Area Technical College (CATC) extending our reach even further. Our nine locations now cover six parishes: East and West Baton Rouge, East and West Feliciana, Iberville, and Pointe Coupee.

• BRCC’s nursing program maintains an impressive 90 percent pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination.

• More than 1,000 students are enrolled in BRCC’s Dual Enrollment Program. This program provides

baseball, and softball high school students an • BRCC’s mascot is Maxwell opportunity to take college the bear. courses while satisfying • BRCC offers a live 24/7 high school requirements Student Support Center, for graduation. For addiwhich allows students to tional information call 225call and have their ques216-8308. tions answered any time of • BRCC currently has Arthe day or night, including ticulation Agreements holidays. with Louisiana State University (Bears2Tigers), • BRCC maintains close ties with local and national S o u t h e r n U n i v e rs i ty industry to ensure the ef(Bears2Jaguars), Louisifectiveness of its academic ana Tech, Nicholls State and corporate training proUniversity, Northwestern grams.

State University, Southeastern State University, and Our Lady of the Lake Come see us for yourself Schedule a campus tour College. today.

Contact our Recruiting • BRCC offers four sports Office at 225-216-8875. programs: women’s basketball, men’s basketball, Imagine what you can do!

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River Parishes Community College

River Parishes Community College Campus Address 925 W. Edenborne Pkwy.

Box 2367 Gonzales, LA 70707 Phone 225-743-8500 Website www.rpcc.edu

River Parishes Community College is an open-admission institution that partners with the communities and businesses of the river parishes region of Louisiana to provide workforce training, certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees.

New programs are being offered in medical coding and criminal justice as well as craft training programs in carpentry, electrical, millwright, non-destructive testing, pipefitting and welding.

Admissions

Students are welcome to visit anytime!

All applications are online at http://www.rpcc.edu/applyOnline.cfm.

Applications are due by the first day of class each semester.

The application fee is $15.

Application requirements include high school transcript or all official college/universities-

All photos are Advocate staff photos by Angela Major.

transcripts, application fee, immunization records, and ACT/ Compass scores.

Orientation dates are available for each semester by calling 225-743-8500.

More information regarding tuition and fees is available at www.rpcc.edu/uploads/tuitionFees.pdf.

Deadlines for applying for financial aid are published each

semester on the academic calendar available on the website.

Students can visit www.rpcc. edu or www.osfa.la.gov for more information regarding financial aid.

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University of Louisiana at Monroe We Are ULM

Plan to attend a Browse on the Bayou open house, held each Spring and Fall, or one of our special events With strong and diverse academic offerings, a small size that allows for a student-centered educa- such as VAPA (visual and performing arts) Day or a tion and a beautiful campus with a bayou flowing Pharmacy Friday.

To be added to our mailing list or to request more through its heart, ULM is a wonderful place to disinformation, fill out our online information request cover yourself.

We invite you to visit our campus, attend an activity form at ulm.edu/info or call Ace’s Place at 318-342sponsored by one of our 150-plus student organiza- 7777.

Staff are standing by to answer any questions you tions, or cheer on the Warhawks in our 17 NCAAmight have, or you can ask Ace a question directly at recognized sports. www.ulm.edu/askace.

ULM Highlights

• ULM breaks ground on Sandel Hall—an $18 million capital outlay remodel project over a decade in the making. Sandel Hall will serve as the university’s onestop-shop for enrollment services.

• Business Insider names ULM as Louisiana’s most underrated university based on ULM’s high acceptance rate and exceptional academics.

• ULM students surpass national testing scores on 11 health and pharmaceutical science program licensure exams, including 100 percent passage rates in nine of those programs.

• Monroe, Louisiana, is the 33rd most affordable college town in the nation according to GreatValueColleges.net.

• ULM is a Tier One regional university, ranked #81 in the South by U.S. News and World Report.

• TheBestSchools.org ranks ULM as the #1 online school in Louisiana.

• U.S. News and World Report ranks ULM as the #39 public university in the South.

• GetEducated.com ranks four ULM education programs as national ‘best buys” including the master’s degrees in curriculum and instruction, education, educational leadership and teaching.

• The online master’s degree in school counseling is the nation’s most affordable degree of its kind according to BestCounselingDegrees.net.

• ULM’s 2014 freshman class is the academically strongest class in the university’s history.

University of Louisiana at Monroe Location 700 University Avenu Monroe, LA 71209 Phone 318-342-7777 Fax 318-342-4915 Online ww.ulm.edu/apply Instagram Instagram.com/ulmonroe Facebook Facebook.com/ulmrecruiting Contact Denise Duplechin Assistant Dir. of Admissions duplechin@ulm.edu

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Dillard University Location 2601 Gentilly Blvd.

New Orleans, LA 70458 Phone 504-816-4670 Fax 504-816-4895 Website www.dillard.edu Contact Director of Admissions Thomas Steffen

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Dillard University The Dillard Difference Located in the Gentilly community of New Orleans, this university offers a high-quality, comprehensive and affordable education geared to prepare graduates for global careers and entrepreneurial endeavors. Faculty and staff engage students as mentors in supportive environments that nurture students’ moral strengths and intellectual capabilities.

Dillard offers three degree programs: bachelor of arts, bachelor of science and bachelor of science in nursing in 21 major fields of study that encompass courses needed to take national exams necessary to enter medical, law, dental and pharmacy schools.

We’re the only campus in New Orleans to offer a major in film studies.

Dillard University is an integral part of the culture of New Orleans.

The campus is located just

Anderson, Misty Copeland and Benjamin Crump.

Dates to remember

Acturial Science Professor Dr. Hong Dai instructs one of his students in this advanced mathematics course. minutes from downtown and is in close proximity to the worldfamous French Quarter.

As a pinnacle of this community, this 55-acre campus augments the rich history and traditions of New Orleans. Several times a year Dillard University becomes a gathering place for

parades, plays and other health and culturally enriching events.

As part of our president’s lecture series, Brain Food, several celebrity speakers appear at Dillard University throughout the academic year.

This semester we’re welcoming Michael Steele, Maggie

• Nov. 14: High School Seniors Shadow Day Students may register for Shadow Day at http:// events.constantcontact. com/register/event?llr=m wu6ohdab&oeidk=a07e9v m1lp88fa3bfaf. • Nov. 15: Fall Open House and Homecoming • Dec. 1: Deadline for priority scholarship consideration • Jan. 8-9: Students receive a mailer notifying them of acceptance and orientation dates for Spring 2015.

Dillard by the Numbers

• Student enrollment: 1,200 • Student to faculty ratio: 14:1 • Male to female ratio: 1:2 • Tuition alone: $14,600 • Tuition plus room and board: $23,914

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Loyola University New Orleans Loyola University New Orleans Location 6363 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA 70118 Phone 504-865-3240 Website: www.loyno.edu Facebook https://www.facebook. com/loyno Contact Office of Admissions Magis Mondays Fall Open House Saturday, November 15 apply.loyno.edu/visit-loyola

Loyola University New Orleans offers

Division I, as a member of the Southern States Athletic Conference and fields students a high-quality, experiential, and teams in basketball, cross country, track, values-based education in the vibrant city baseball, golf, tennis, and volleyball. Our of New Orleans. Loyola’s combination of state-of-the-art sports and wellness comour ideal class size, renowned faculty, and plex engages students in physical ways, academic programs fosters a positive helping them become better-rounded. learning environment and distinguishes Students participate in intramural sports us from other institutions. and club sports, now including rugby.

The education you want

A Loyola education encompasses a rich Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit.

With a student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1, our students enjoy smaller classes and personalized attention to help them reach their fullest academic potential.

NEW this fall is our Bachelor of Design degree which is the only one of its kind in the region. Loyola’s design program prepares students for a wide range of career options as a graphic design professional – from motion graphics and web design to exhibitions and careers in education.

The Loyola Wolf Pack intercollegiate athletic program competes in the NAIA

The skills you need

Loyola prepares our students for their futures. With our focus on students’ discovery of their career paths and lives of service, our students study abroad, volunteer in the community, do focused internships, share ideas and collaborate on research with our nationally recognized professors. Through these opportunities, they gain valuable real-world job experience and skills to help prepare them for their futures.

facilities, meet current students and faculty and go to a class. Appointments with admissions and financial aid counselors are available, too. Take part in our “Magis Monday” program and live like a Loyola student for the day. Attend our Fall Open House on Saturday, Nov. 15, and see firsthand the exciting things happening on A place like no other Learn more about the quality and our campus. To schedule your campus value of a Loyola education by seeing it visit, call 1-800-4-LOYOLA or go online to for yourself. Schedule a visit to tour the apply.loyno.edu/visit-loyola..

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Admissions and Financial Aid

Apply to Loyola online at apply.loyno. edu. We accept applications for admission and scholarships on a rolling basis.

Loyola offers a variety of tools to help finance your education, and 90 percent of our undergraduates receive some form of aid. You can find information at loyno. edu/financialaid or by calling our Office of Financial Aid at (504) 865-3231.

We bring together academic excellence and a cultural environment that’s focused on the Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person.

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Northshore Technical Community College Northshore Technical Community College

Main campus 1710 Sullivan Drive Bogalusa, LA 70427

Connect-to-Success sites Southeastern Main Campus 900 B West University Avenue Hammond, LA 70402 Southeastern St. Tammany Center 21454 Koop Drive Mandeville, LA 70471 Southeastern Livingston Literacy and Technology Center (offering classes in Spring 2015) 9261 Florida Boulevard Walker, LA 70785 Phone 985-549-5145 Fax 985-549-5141 Website www.northshorecollege.edu Contact Dean of Academics and STEM Tina Tinney

• Behavioral Sciences We are your community college on the • Business Northshore. With convenient locations • Computer Literacy across the Northshore, NTCC offers ac• Criminal Justice cessible, affordable education with more • Drafting & Design than 25 programs leading to two-year de• Fine Arts grees, professional certificates or transi• Humanities tions to a four-year university.

• Natural Sciences Our programs are designed for all levels of students. High school graduates, Application checklist non-graduates, those seeking a career change or re-entry into the workforce 1. Apply at northshorecollege.edu and pay $5 application fee either online are all welcomed and eligible to apply for or in-person at the Hammond NTCC admission. campus location.

NTCC is proud to offer the Connect To Success open admission program de- 2. Apply at southeastern.edu and pay the application fee either online or signed for students who want to enroll in in-person at Southeastern’s main Southeastern Louisiana University but do campus. Complete Free Applicanot yet meet its admission requirements. tion for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.

NTCC will help you develop a course ed.gov using NTCC code, 006756. plan of developmental and transfereligible courses to reach your goal to- 3. Complete ACT (NTCC ACT code: 5028) or Compass within the last wards a bachelor’s degree. Classes are three years. (ACT scores are used to at the Hammond, Walker and Mandeville determine course placement, not as Southeastern locations. an entrance exam.)

NTCC is proud to offer an open admission program designed for students who 4. Provide immunization records or sign the immunization waiver. want to enroll in Southeastern Louisiana University but who do not meet its ad- 5. Provide official high school transcripts, diploma or GED. mission requirements.

NTCC will help you develop a course 6. Submit official transcripts from any previously attended, post-secondary plan of developmental and transfer-eligiinstitutions. ble courses to reach your goal.

Select from 60 credit hours of college- 7. Register with Selective Service Card (male students only) at sss.gov. level courses including –

Deadline Open admissions with applications taken through Dec. 1 for the Spring 2015 term with no late fee. A late fee applies after that time.

$10 for 400 prints each semester as a student service as well as the option to utilize the Pennington Center, Southeastern’s state-of-the-art recreation center, for an additional $38.00 per semester.

If you plan to attend: Orientations are scheduled prior to each semester. When students fill out applications, they will receive information regarding orientations and registration.

Multiple orientation dates are available for students to select from each semester. Tours are available upon request.

Students have the option of paying

Financial assistance A financial-aid calendar that identifies important deadlines, plus important financial-aid information including forms, FAQs, policies and contact information for NTCC’s Financial Aid Officers, can be found on our website, www.northshorecollege.edu, by clicking on the Financial Aid section.

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The connect to SucceSS Program NTCC is proud to offer our open admission program designed for students who want to enroll in Southeastern Louisiana University but do not yet meet its admission requirements. NTCC will help you develop a course plan of developmental and transfer-eligible courses to seamlessly reach your goal.

start building your future today! For more information:

email: connect@northshorecollege.edu

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Nicholls State University NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY Location 906 E First Street Thibodaux, LA 70310 Phone 877-NICHOLLS (877-642-4655) Email nicholls@nicholls.edu Web Address nicholls.edu

Our financial aid counselors would be happy to walk you through all your funding opportunities — grants, student loans, student employment and scholarships. Call 985-448-4048. If you have a 3.0 GPA and at least a 24 composite on the ACT, you’ll automatically be considered for a scholarship if you apply to Nicholls before Jan. 5.

year culinary degree in Louisiana and will open a brand-new facility in Spring 2015. Our graduates go on to exciting careers in restaurants, catering, culinary nutrition, and hotel and casino food-service operations across the world.

In our petroleum engineering technology and safety management program, you’ll study alongside experienced professionals, preparing for a lucrative career in safety, deepwater drilling, production, service and supply. Plus, our program is designed so that you can work offshore while completing your degree.

Unlike any other program currently being offered in the U.S., our maritime management program is led by industry professionals and prepares students for leadership positions in the oil and gas sector of the maritime industry.

Nicholls’ geomatics program, the only one in the state, trains students to use satellite technology such as GPS to become professional land surveyors — an in-demand career field.

Unique Programs

Pride Points

At Nicholls State University, you’ll get a memorable college experience custom-designed for you.

With our small size and family atmosphere, we’re able to help you create your own possibilities — whether that’s landing an impressive internship, leading a campus organization, studying abroad, conducting handson research or accomplishing something totally new.

Admissions

Submit your application as soon as possible or by Jan. 5 for scholarship consideration.

The application is online at nicholls.edu/admission.

Financial Aid

In addition to our strong programs in business, education and nursing, Nicholls offers several one-of-a-kind degree programs that you won’t find anywhere else.

The Chef John Folse Culinary Institute offers the only four-

• The Nicholls Department of Nursing is one of the top 15 nursing programs in the nation.

• Nicholls ranks as the safest public four-year university in Louisiana.

• The campus is home to

All photos were provided by Nicholls State University.

the Louisiana Center for Dyslexia and Related Learning Disorders, which provides comprehensive services to students with dyslexia.

• For six consecutive years, Nicholls has been designated as a Military Friendly School.

• Our art department helps preserve and operate the Chauvin Sculpture Garden — considered one of the 25

most amazing sculpture gardens in the world.

• Since 1974, Nicholls has served more than 170,000 pounds of crawfish to students at its annual Crawfish Day. • Nicholls has 14 NCAA Division I sports teams and hosts Archie, Peyton and Eli Manning at the annual Manning Passing Academy.

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EDUCATION

ber that there’s often more than one route to the same goal, so compare your options.

those credentials? One place to learn about current job listings, typical salaries and skills required is www.laworks.net/ Stars/default.aspx.

• Academic Match — Where can you gain admission? Based on your GPA and test scores, you may assume that the school of your choice is a reach for you, but don’t be too hasty to rule it out.

Gus Wales, LOSFA director of public information and communication, used his personal experience as an example. He said he assumed LSU was too much of a reach for him until he took an advanced college placement class at LSU. That resolved his doubts, and he later enrolled in LSU, now his alma mater.

LOSFA officials said aiming too low can backfire. A student who chooses a program that isn’t challenging academically may find it hard to stay motivated.

• Social and Emotional Match — What type of environment will work best for you?

Some students find a large university academically stimulating; others may find it intimidating and prefer a small school with smaller classes. What are your thoughts and feelings about living at home or on campus?

• Retention Match — Which institution has the greatest success rate with retaining students with similar attributes to you?

• Cost of Choice Match — All other things being equal, which option allows you to complete your degree with the least amount of loan debt? Remem-

Paying for education

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The average debt load for those graduating from Louisiana colleges and universities in 2013 was more than $22,000.

Lingering student-loan debt has become a national issue.

The sooner you can pay off your student loans, the sooner your future earnings are available to you.

Scholarships, grants and finding ways to control your costs can help you avoid borrowing more than you actually need.

Student loans have to be paid back even if, for some reason, you don’t graduate.

While many Louisiana students can benefit from TOPS, TOPS does not pay for every expense you’ll encounter.

LOSFA officials said fees, such as those associated with college applications, orientation, dorm deposits and parking often are overlooked in planning for college costs. Make sure you understand what you’ll be required to do to keep your TOPS scholarship.

Deborah F. Paul, LOSFA scholarship/grant director, recommends that high school students meet with their school counselors and also contact LOSFA to begin learning about their options to pay for college.

LOSFA’s mission is to promote college access, and by “college,” that means post-secondary programs ranging from certificate programs and two-year programs as well as private and public universities.

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all way to keep costs down since individual situations vary widely. Often, a successful strategy

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The decision of where to pursue higher education is one of them most far-reaching decisions of a lifetime. combines financing from various sources, including scholarships and savings. Cost-saving strategies can include enrolling in advanced placement classes while in high school or living at home while attending college.

Once you’ve decided what school you want to attend, Paul recommends a visit to the school’s admission and financial aid offices.

When you know what course of study you want to take, look for scholarships and grants that may be specifically geared for

it. Paul suggests casting a wide net for scholarships and study grants, not all of which are based on ACT scores or GPAs. For example, some scholarships target students entering nontraditional fields such as a woman who wants to become an engineer. Other scholarships may be intended for children of parents in certain industries or members of a specific organization.

Even small scholarships may help you buy textbooks.

“Don’t leave money on the table,” Paul said. Research may

reveal some sources of help that you might otherwise overlook. Paul said LOSFA can help students find job-forecast information to help predict the likelihood of finding employment in their chosen courses of study.

Many financial aid programs require a student to complete a FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Students can only do this their senior year, but before then, it is possible to do a practice version to help you project where you’ll stand.

Researching college online Here are some helpful websites for help in choosing financing and financing higher education options.

www.osfa.la.gov/index.jsp www.geauxtocollege.la.gov www.osfa.la.gov www.louisianaconnect.org www.collegesavings.org www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov http://studentaid.gov/ www.careerinfonet.org/scholarshipsearch

Apply Now!!

www.xula.edu • (504) 520-7388

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Our Lady of Holy Cross College

Location 4123 Woodland Drive New Orleans 70131 Phone (504) 398-2175 Admissions website ViewFocusOnMe.com Application fee: None, apply for free Main college website olhcc.edu Fall Open House Oct. 29, 5:30-7:30 pm RSVP: (504) 398-2175

Focusing on personalized education through 50plus academic programs, Our Lady of Holy Cross College offers traditional Catholic liberal arts education geared to today’s world.

OLHCC President Dr. David “Buck” Landry leads a committed faculty.

OLHCC has a 13:1 student faculty ratio, so students never get lost in the crowd.

OLHCC’s Nursing Program is the 2014 Nursing School of the Year in the entry-intopractice program category.

Other leading majors are counseling, education, biology, business administration and a radiologic technology program affiliated with Ochsner.

OLHCC began offering its first PhD in counseling last year, and a new doctoral program in education is in the works.

For information and to apply for financial assistance, visit olhcc.edu/financial-aid.

Our Focus Is You Allison Houston History Major, Class of '15

OPEN HOUSE A P P LY F O R F R E E

Wednesday, Oct. 29 5:30–7:30 pm 50-Plus Academic Programs Real-World Success RSVP Open House olhcc.edu

Founded by the Marianite sisters nearly a century ago, OLHCC educates hearts and minds.

Visit our Digital Viewbook viewfocusonme.com

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