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TCC: Success Within Reach Y

our college wish list might include a nationally recognized institution with affordable tuition, diverse programs, flexible schedules and a convenient location. Some colleges may offer a few of these, but TCC delivers them all.

Consider that: • TCC consists of five campuses, conveniently located in Fort Worth, Hurst and Arlington, as well as comprehensive online programs. Students of all ages and backgrounds can earn the credentials they need for a rewarding future.

Whether you are seeking college credit courses, business/industrial training or personal enrichment, TCC offers the programs you need to reach your idea of success. TCC is regionally accredited, meaning core curriculum credits transfer easily to most four-year colleges.

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• TCC is the sixth-largest college or university in Texas, and the 15th-largest in the nation, yet maintains a 26:1 student-to-professor ratio. Students have access to award-winning faculty and programs consistently recognized among the best in the nation. TCC offers more than 70 fields of study and dozens of extracurricular clubs and associations from which to choose.

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•W ith more than 250 online courses, as well as weekend courses, class is always in session at TCC. By attending TCC’s new Weekend College, students can earn their associate degree in 18 months or less, just by going to class on the weekend.

•D on’t want to pay big university prices to get the basics under your belt? The average cost for students enrolled in 15 credit hours at TCC is $825, compared to $3,400 – $17,300 at other local schools. Students often change majors in their first two years, but TCC eliminates the fear of sacrificing thousands in additional tuition dollars for students who change their course of study.

No matter your age or challenges, success is within reach at TCC. Visit www.tccd.edu to explore the opportunities TCC can provide.

AT TCC, WE BELIEVE EVERYONE IS COLLEGE MATERIAL!

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We offer smaller class sizes, flexible schedules, five convenient locations, affordable tuition and more than 70 academic and technical programs from which to choose. Whether you attend one of our campuses, or enroll in eLearning or Weekend College, we offer something for everyone!

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Students of all ages and backgrounds can earn the credentials they need for a rewarding future. Whatever your idea of success may be, TCC puts it in reach.

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Enroll now for new Fire Science Program this fall

Southwestern is located in Keene, just 20 minutes south of Fort Worth and is Johnson County’s only four-year university.

Registration is August 24. Call today so we can help you find scholarships and pre-register for classes. For more information, call (800) 433-2240 or visit swau.edu.

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Southwestern Adventist University is excited to introduce a new fire science program for Fall 2014, accepting applications immediately.

The two-year program provides an opportunity for an associate of applied science degree with firefighter, EMT, and fire inspector certifications awarded by the State of Texas. It is offered in collaboration with Training Division of Crowley, Texas.

The combination of degree and certifications will give graduates an edge in an ever-increasingly competitive job market, allowing them to be employed anywhere in the nation.

“We are thrilled to offer this new program,” says Vesa Naukkarinen, kinesiology department chair. “It provides new opportunities for our kinesiology majors and opens our doors even wider to our local community.”

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are EMPLOYED or in GRADUATE SCHOOL To visit, call 800-433-2240 or go to www.swau.edu

Registration is August 24!

Now introducing our new FIRE SCIENCE PROGRAM starting fall 2014!

Associate of Applied Science degree with Firefighter, EMT, and Fire Inspector certification In partnership with Training Division, Crowley Call now to enroll this fall!

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Brown Mackie Colleges is a system of over 25 schools. See BMCprograms.info for program duration, tuition, fees and other costs, median debt, federal salary data, alumni success, and other important info. © 2014 Brown Mackie College 3403 Accredited Member, ACICS Brown Mackie College – Dallas/Ft. Worth holds a Certificate of Authorization from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. NP0714

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For information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, visit www.chcp.edu/disclosures and www.bls.gov/soc/. Institutionally accredited by ABHES.

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At UT Arlington, we know how hard it is to compete in today’s job market. That’s why we’ve created career-education programs that will prepare you to step in to the workplace sooner and with the skills you need to make a difference.

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Build your personal and professional success potential. Learn more about our wide range certificate programs today. Our wide range of programs can help you grow your skills in health care, technology, accounting, paralegal, management, and much more.

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Find a home for your talent in our creative community START ON YOUR JOURNEY TOWARD BRINGING YOUR IDEAS TO LIFE.

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888.422.9686 The Art Institute of Fort Worth, a campus of South University 7000 Calmont Avenue, Suite 150 • Fort Worth, TX 76116 The Art Institute of Fort Worth, a campus of South University, is one of The Art Institutes, a system of over 50 schools throughout North America. Programs, credential levels, technology, and scheduling options are subject to change. Several institutions included in The Art Institutes system are campuses of South University or Argosy University. Š 2014 The Art Institutes International LLC. csprogramadmin@edmc.edu.

The Art Institute of Fort Worth is a campus of South University. South University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees.

Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of South University.

See aiprograms.info for program duration, tuition, fees, and other costs, median debt, federal salary data, alumni success, and other important info.