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Bowling Green State University ............... 72 Butler Tech .............................................. 76 ChatďŹ eld College ..................................... 71 Cincinnati State Technical and Community College............................ 77 Eastern Kentucky University .................... 78 Galen College of Nursing ......................... 71 Gateway Community and Technical College............................... 71

Great Oaks Career Institute of Technology ........................................ 66 Indiana Tech ............................................ 79 KHEAA and KHESLC................................. 68 Miami University Regionals ..................... 67 Mount St. Joseph University..................... 74 Northern Kentucky University .................. 80 Sinclair Community College ..................... 81 Union Institute & University..................... 82 University of Toledo ................................. 83 Wright State University............................ 70 Xavier University ..................................... 69

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IT’S NO SECRET THAT THE CURRENT GENERATION OF HIGH SCHOOLERS GREW UP TAPping and swiping away at smartphones, and college admissions officers are paying attention to those taps and swipes. Miami University strategic communication professor Katie Day Good says that “young people face a higher bar of scrutiny and a different set of considerations” than those who applied for college before the time of Facebook and Snapchat. No pressure, right?

But colleges these days want a more holistic view of prospective students, and the content you post online reflects a part of you that doesn’t really show in test scores or official essays.

That kind of exposure could hurt or help your chances of admission, so Good stresses that students should be “conscientious about the digital record they create online.”

Just remember that whether your accounts are set to private or public, information is almost always available somewhere. Good recommends “operating under the assumption that what you post online lingers forever, even if you delete posts or set your accounts to private.” And if you’re familiar with tools that can help “clean up and curate” your social media image, all the better. Students who take the time to understand their privacy settings and the controls they have as users, Good suggests, will be less likely to get slammed by incriminating screenshots and other tells.

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Everyone’s social media footprint is an open book (and fair game) for college admissions officials as they evaluate prospective students. —LEANNE STAHULAK

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Show your involvement in the community Posting about extracurricular or volunteer activities can help colleges see that you’re not afraid to share about your commitment to community.

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Thoroughly inspect the pages or people you follow When deciding whether or not to like a social media page or follow a person, make sure the content matches up with your core values. Who you follow can tell universities a lot about your interests and character.

Use your platform for civic or social discussion Social media presents a unique setting for engaging in discussion with a community of similar- or opposite-minded people. So long as you’re respectful, universities will recognize and appreciate your interest in current events.

Think about how your content reflects on you Your pics, your posts, your videos, your comments, your likes— these simple swipes of your thumbs could have a lasting impression on universities. So take a second to think before you tap, and remember that your activity will be visible for longer than you think.

WORDS OF WISDOM FOR THE WEB Tips for using your social media presence to boost your admissions profile.

Yes, it is OK to be yourself “As long as students approach these activities in a way that’s respectful, ethical, and not hurting or attacking others,” says Miami’s Katie Day Good, “they shouldn’t worry about their social media presence having a negative effect on their college applications.” So retweet about your interests or post vacation pics—just remember that all of it represents who you are. –L.S.

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COLLEGE RECRUITMENT DURING COVID-19 THE OUTBREAK OF COVID-19 has changed everything about the college experience, from remote classwork to virtual commencements. And that includes the admissions process, which is being forced to forego tried-and-true experiences like on-campus visits and in-person class observation.

Especially during this period of pandemic, Northern Kentucky University Director of Admissions Melissa Gorbandt stresses the importance of connecting with the current generation of high schoolers. “We need to be where the students are,” she says, “and we understand that mobile technology is where our students live.

So we’re trying to deliver content for them through social media, through virtual tours, and through connecting via text messaging.”

NKU has employed all of these strategies and more to reach out to high schoolers. With campuses closing and stay-at-home-orders in place this spring, online admissions became extremely important for college recruiters.

Xavier University launched its own web channel to aid prospective students who can’t visit campus in person. With the XU to You link, students can attend mock online classes, watch student panels, and set up Zoom meetings with admissions coun-

selors. The resources collected there make the page a one-stop clearinghouse for potential students.

Choosing a university is a challenging decision on its own, but with COVID-19 thrown into the mix, it’s become even more difficult for high school seniors.

But several college admissions

reps, like Xavier’s Midwest Regional Recruitment Director Julie Nelson, want to make the process as easy as possible. Even as colleges and universities begin to reopen this fall, digital resources will continue to help students connect with these institutions.

“It’s a brand new world for all of us,” Nelson says. —LEANNE STAHULAK

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BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY 1001 E. Wooster St. • Bowling Green, OH 43403 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (419) 372-2478 • www.bgsu.edu/admissions Graduate Enrollment Information: (419) 372-2531 • www.bgsu.edu BGSU: Belong. Stand out. Go far.

Belong. BGSU offers the benefits of a major university, with the feel of a small college. Welcoming smiles, hellos, and nods from familiar faces help students feel relaxed, motivated, and ready to unlock their potential. And there is no shortage of ways for students to unlock their potential at BGSU. With more than 400 student organizations, 40 social fraternities and sororities, 56 intramural sports, and 25 sports clubs, there is something for everyone.

Stand out. Nearly 9,000 students participate in service-learning and/or community service projects each year at BGSU, giving

them one way to stand out from the crowd.

Leadership opportunities, personalized career planning, and interactions with caring faculty are other ways students can be part of something bigger than themselves—building their résumés and their character.

Go far. To meet the needs of future students and job demand, BGSU offers high-quality programs in a range of relevant areas. These programs offer students the opportunity to become the next generation of educators, participate in cutting-edge research, and acquire in-demand skills.

BGSU invites you to learn more at www.bgsu.edu.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1910 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 19,000 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 18:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 200+ // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 55 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 17 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Arts, Business, Education and Human Development, Health and Human Services, Musical Arts, Science and Technology // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 180 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $20,992.64 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $28,981.04 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 90% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Fastest growing public university in Ohio • No. 1 public university for boosting graduates’ earnings after college • One of the safest college campuses in the U.S. // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: BGSU Firelands in Huron, Ohio 7 2 C I N C I N N AT I M A G A Z I N E . C O M A U G U S T 2 0 2 0

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MOUNT ST. JOSEPH UNIVERSITY 5701 Delhi Rd. • Cincinnati, OH 45233 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (513) 244-4531 or (800) 654-9314 • www.msj.edu Graduate Enrollment Information: (513) 244-4233 or (800) 654-9314 • www.msj.edu/graduate For nearly 100 years, Mount St. Joseph University has held higher education to a higher standard—right here in Cincinnati. As a Catholic university rooted in the values of the Sisters of Charity, the Mount is dedicated to the success and well-being of each student, empowering them to become competent, compassionate, critical thinkers who make a meaningful impact on the world with the heart of a lion.

Each student is given the opportunity to reach their peak potential: our students receive personal attention from some of the world’s leading scholars, who know their students by name; the MSJ Career & Experiential Education Center prepares students for

success with real-world and leadership experience; and students gain vital problem-solving skills through the Mount’s liberal arts core curriculum.

A rock-solid student life experience is available on our safe, ideal campus—just 15 minutes west of downtown Cincinnati.

Students can get involved through 20 NCAA DIII programs, Esports, band, choir, theatre, campus ministry, or a diverse range of student activities and organizations. This fall, our Centennial Field House will open to students with: indoor practice areas, the latest exercise equipment, and the only indoor NCAA regulationsize track in the region.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1920 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,100 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 10:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 37 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 7 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 2 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Doctoral: Nursing, Physical Therapy; Graduate: Business, Education, Nursing, Physician Assistant; Undergraduate: Biology, Education, Health & Wellness, Nursing, Sport Management // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 8 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $31,100 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $31,100 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 95% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 99.6% Career Outcomes Rate. Nearly 100 percent of surveyed 2019 graduates from the Mount reported that they were successfully employed, enrolled in graduate studies, or volunteering within six months of graduation. • Mount St. Joseph University has been named as one of 18 undergrad teacher prep programs to earn an A+ for their early reading instruction in @NCTQ’s 2020 Teacher Prep Review. • In 2020 U.S. News & World Report ranked the Mount #83, Regional Universities Midwest. // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Mount St. Joseph University continues to foster partnerships with several Greater Cincinnati colleges, universities, and hospitals for bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.

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BUTLER TECH 3603 Hamilton Middletown Rd. • Hamilton, OH 45011 (513) 645-8344 • www.butlertech.org At Butler Tech, every student is a top priority. Our mission is to foster our students’ academic and personal development as they take the steps to gain the knowledge and skills needed for their future.

Choose from classes and career training programs that interest you.

From healthcare and public safety to industrial technology and commercial driving, Butler Tech provides a purpose for every passion. Our training programs are designed to prepare you for employment and to begin a successful career, advance in your current career, and industry certification.

All of our programs offer state and/or nationally recognized credentials and certifications. With more than 40 career-focused programs, Butler Tech Adult Education will provide you the career training you want in 11 months or less.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1975 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 750 yearly // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Adult Career Training Programs: training programs designed to prepare you for employment and to begin a successful career in: Healthcare – training for Nursing, Clinical Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, Medical Billing & Coding, and STNA. Public Safety programs – Firefighter, Paramedic/EMT, Police. Industrial Technology programs – Industrial Maintenance Technology, Industrial Welding, and HVAC/R Technician, Commercial Drivers program. Nationally recognized certifications and program length range from two weeks to 11 months. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 34 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: Varies by program // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: N/A // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 75% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Student completion rate of 91% • Earned Industry Credential Rate of 89% • 100% hands-on career experiences for students!

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CINCINNATI STATE TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE 3520 Central Parkway • Cincinnati, OH 45223 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (513) 861-7700 • www.cincinnatistate.edu/admission Cincinnati State is the regional leader in career education and one of its best higher education values. Cincinnati State offers a wide variety of online, in-person, and hybrid education options that are geared to local employment needs and flexibility for students. Many programs lead directly to well-paid careers and include paid co-op experience with area employers. For bachelorbound students, Cincinnati State is a smart start with tuition less than half the cost of traditional universities and credits that transfer seamlessly to other colleges and universities. Cincinnati State offers associate degrees, certificates, and selected bachelor’s degrees in healthcare, business, culinary, engineering and information technologies, and humanities and sciences. Its Workforce Development Center provides customized training for corporate, governmental, and nonprofit clients as well as job-oriented courses for the public. Schedule a virtual or in-person information session at www.cinnatistate.edu/visit.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1969 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 10,000 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 14:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: More than 130 Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees, and Certificates // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Health (nursing, allied health professions); Business (management, accounting, marketing); Engineering Technologies (mechanical, electrical, civil, environmental); Information Technologies (web, software design, cyber-security); Midwest Culinary Institute; Humanities & Sciences; Horticulture; Graphic Design; Aviation Maintenance; and many other fields. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 3 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $168.64/credit hour // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $307.28/credit hour // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 75% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: One of the first community colleges in Ohio approved to offer bachelor’s degrees (Bachelor of Applied Science in Land Surveying; Bachelor of Applied Science in Culinary & Food Science) // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Middletown; Harrison and Evendale (Workforce Development Center)

BACHELOR’S DEGREES ASSOCIATE’S DEGREES CERTIFICATES SHORT-TERM CREDENTIALS Whether you want to be one of the first to receive a Cincinnati State Bachelor’s degree, save on the first two years of a transfer degree, or start your career as soon as possible, Cincinnati State is a great fit for your future.

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EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY 521 Lancaster Ave. • Richmond, KY 40475 (859) 622-1000 • www.eku.edu Eastern Kentucky University, centrally located just 90 minutes from Cincinnati in Richmond, Kentucky, is a student-centered comprehensive regional university dedicated to high-quality instruction, service, and scholarship. Underscoring the University’s legacy as a “School of Opportunity,” many of Eastern’s successful alumni were the first in their families to attend college. Even today, approximately 30 percent of EKU freshmen are first-generation college students.

At the same time, EKU attracts more of the best and brightest students. Approximately 15,000 students come from almost every state, and thousands of alumni worldwide have distinguished careers. Approximately 75 percent of the University’s graduates are employed in Kentucky one year after graduation, and many are employed in service occupations vital to any community’s quality of life: education, health care, and public safety.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1874 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 14,980 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 95 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 42 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 4 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: American Sign Language (English Interpretation), Animal Studies, Athletic Training, Aviation, Criminal Justice, Education, Fire and Safety, Forensic Science, Interactive Multimedia (Game Design), Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Professional Golf Management, Social Justice Studies // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 105 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $9,266 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $10,300 // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 66% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: U.S. News & World Report • Forbes • Military Times // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: EKU Manchester, Kentucky campus; EKU Corbin, Kentucky campus

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INDIANA TECH Northern Kentucky Campus, 809 Wright Summit Pkwy., Suite 310 • Ft. Wright, KY 41011 (859) 916-5884 • www.IndianaTech.edu/GOFORIT Indiana Tech educates students beyond its home base in Ft. Wayne, Ind., with regional campuses throughout the Midwest, as well as online programs that meet the needs of students worldwide. The private, not-for-profit university offers career-oriented degree programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. levels, as well as professional certificate programs. Busy working adults find Indiana Tech an ideal fit, with class schedules that allow students to take one class at a time and still make rapid progress toward a degree.

Classes start every six weeks, so students can begin their education at any time of year. The university is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). For more information or to enroll today, contact the Northern Kentucky admissions team at (859) 916-5884.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1930 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,500 undergraduates on main campus, 6,500 online undergraduate and graduate students // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 16:1 average class size // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 50 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 7 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: More than 45 degree programs align with in-demand careers, including project management, engineering, business, cybersecurity, accounting, information technology, computer science, health care administration, criminal justice, and more. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 4.5 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $404 per credit hour for undergrad/$515 per credit hour for graduate // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: same as in-state // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 90% // TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Ranked in top 15% nationwide for return on investment by PayScale • Ranked as a Top 10 Gold Level Military Friendly School • Cyber Warriors collegiate cyber defense team has won 6 straight and 13 total Indiana state championships // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Indiana Tech’s main campus is in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, with regional locations throughout Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois.

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Indiana Tech will help you go further with 45-plus quality degree programs. Our class schedules allow you to make rapid progress toward an affordable degree, taking one class at a time—either online or on site at one of our regional locations.

• Degrees at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s and Ph.D. levels.

• Undergraduate and graduate certificates that will expand your skills and advance your career.

• Dedicated staff and resources that will support you throughout your education.

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NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY 1 Nunn Dr. • Highland Heights, KY 41099 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (859) 572-5200 • www.nku.edu/admissions/undergrad Graduate Enrollment Information: (859) 572-6364 • www.nku.edu/admissions/graduate Fueled by an unstoppable spirit and a passion for knowledge, Northern Kentucky University students engage and impact their communities, the region, and our world. The university’s long-standing commitment to academic excellence offers abundant opportunities for experiential learning in the region’s best facilities, including the new Health Innovation Center. NKU connects students to their world-changing dreams through classroom experiences, faculty mentorship, and internships and co-ops with hundreds of community partners and more than 200 student organizations. We’re also home to 17 NCAA Division I athletic programs.

We shape driven individuals and create opportunities for our students to succeed in this knowledge-based economy. We will continue to nurture inclusive and equitable communities where people want to live, work, and tackle complex challenges.

You belong here.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1968 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 15,687 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 19:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 82 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 22 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 3 // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 7.4 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $413/credit hour // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $828/credit hour // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 93.9% of full-time undergraduates // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Forbes Top College 11 years running • 2020 Safest College Campuses in America list (YourLocalSecurity.com)

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SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE 5386 Courseview Dr. • Mason, OH 45040 Undergraduate Enrollment Information: (513) 339-1212 • sinclair.edu/mason The Sinclair College campus in Mason continues Sinclair’s mission of providing accessible, affordable, flexible education to meet the needs of the community. Conveniently located, the campus is easily accessible from I-71.

Sinclair in Mason offers a full-service small-campus feel, with all the advantages and resources of a large public community college. More than 25 degree and certificate programs are offered in Mason, with over 30 fully online programs and almost 300 programs available system-wide. Students can earn job-ready credentials, or earn credits that transfer easily to any four-year college or university.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1887 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 17,000, 1,000 in Mason // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: Nearly 300 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Healthcare, Business, Engineering Technologies, Information Technology, and programs designed for transfer to a four-year college or university // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 24 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $173.26/credit hour // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $329.40/credit hour // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 60% // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Sinclair has awarded more degrees and certificates than any other Ohio Community College in the last five years. • More than 100 University Transfer agreements. • Board member, League for Innovation in the Community College // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Sinclair Community College - Dayton Ohio, Centerville, Huber Heights, Englewood, Wright-Patterson AFB

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UNION INSTITUTE & UNIVERSITY 440 E. McMillan St. • Cincinnati, OH 45206 • (513) 861-6400 • www.myunion.edu Since 1964, Union Institute & University has specialized in providing higher education to students nationwide. Union is a nonprofit, regionally accredited university that offers a variety of certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. Taught by world-class faculty, most programs are 100% online. Union’s delivery model is the result of more than five decades of identifying and refining ways to structure and deliver education to meet the needs of busy people in an ever-changing world. Its U4U! program is just one example of how Union continues to break new ground. Introduced in 2020, the program provides high school students with the ability to earn college credits and get a head start on higher education. Through an uncommon combination of highly personalized attention and online learning, Union is uniquely suited to serve its students anytime, anywhere—even during uncertain times. New program offerings include master of arts degrees in Dietetics and Nutrition, Education (non-licensure), and Human Lactation Studies. New MBA concentrations are also planned for the near future.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1964 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,000+ // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: Varies by program // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 7 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 8 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 4 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Business & Leadership, Criminal Justice & Emergency Services Management, Education, Healthcare & Mental Health Counseling, Philosophy // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 3.5 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: Varies by program // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: No additional cost for out-of-state students // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: Most students receive financial aid // TOP AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Best Online Bachelor’s Programs List - U.S. News • 2020–21 List of Military Friendly Schools - Gold Designation • Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Los Angeles, CA; Sacramento, CA; Hollywood, FL

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN COLLEGE CREDIT FOR FREE The U4U! Early College Program is a great opportunity for high school students to get a head start on higher education. Designed for juniors and seniors, this two-year program allows qualified participants to take General Education college courses online with Union Institute & University – while still attending high school. All earned credits are transferable to the college of your choice.* • FREE for qualifying students

• Guidance from a personal success coach

• Save on tuition toward a 4-year degree with Union

• Academic coursework beyond the high school experience

• Official college transcript upon U4U! completion

• Explore various fields of study

LEARN MORE AND APPLY AT: MYUNION.EDU/U4U 844.880.1424 | admissions@myunion.edu *Union Institute & University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In general, college level courses taken at a regionally accredited institution will transfer to other regionally accredited institutions. Regional accrediting agencies are the Higher Learning Commission, Middle States, New England, Northwest, Southern, and Western Associations of Colleges and Schools.

The final decision of accepting university transfer credits reside with the receiving institution.

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THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO 2801 W. Bancroft St. • Toledo, OH 43606 • (800) 586-5336 • www.utoledo.edu The University of Toledo offers more than 300 undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs spanning engineering, business, education, medicine, nursing, health professions, pharmaceutical sciences, law, the arts, sciences, and humanities. Our Main Campus features gothic style architecture with nine modern residence halls, the Student Recreation Center, state-of-the-art classroom facilities, and athletic fields and training complexes. The Health Science Campus is home to graduate health programs, the Interprofessional Immersive Simulation Center, and the University of Toledo Medical Center, which supports clinical learning experiences for students in the University’s health professions programs. With more than 400 student organizations, 35 Greek Life organizations, opportunities for community service, and athletic events and activities, there are countless ways to get involved around campus and create lasting memories and relationships at UToledo.

THE STATS YEAR FOUNDED: 1872 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 19,782 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 19:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 116 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 128 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 42 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Areas of research excellence: Astronomy and Astrophysics; Solar Energy, Water Quality and Sustainable Technologies; Cell Architecture and Dynamics // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI: 206 miles // IN-STATE TUITION: $22,984 on campus/year // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $32,344 on campus/year // PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: In 2018–19, 94% of UToledo’s full-time beginning undergraduates received grant/scholarship aid. // TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: 20 academic programs—undergraduate, graduate, online, and professional programs—nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report. • Ranked among the top 100 public universities in the latest Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education Rankings. • The Princeton Review recently ranked our College of Law fifth on its list of top law schools with the “Greatest Resources for Women,” and again included UToledo in its “Best Law Schools 2020” ranking. // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: The University of Toledo Main Campus, The University of Toledo Health Science Campus, The University of Toledo Center for the Visual Arts, The University of Toledo Lake Erie Center

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Visit utoledo.edu/yourtomorrow to learn more and schedule your campus visit.

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