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The Degree You Need At Grace College, we are a Christian college guided by our name. Here, we shape powerful perspectives and launch purposeful lives, and it extends beyond the physical classroom. The fact is, the majority of learning doesn’t happen in a lecture hall; it happens out there, where you are.

That’s why Grace College Online has made a way for you — wherever you are — to get the degree you need.

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“I was nervous about completing my education until I gave Grace College a call. They were very welcoming and gave me great peace of mind.”

JERRY KOONTZ PROGRAM GRADUATE Financial Advisor, Edward Jones

Associate Degree

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Start your Journey • Complete the program in just 2 years • Each course is only 8 weeks long • Transition seamlessly into a Grace online bachelor’s degree Develop your critical-thinking skills and begin your journey of higher education with Grace! With classes in psychology, economics, and communication, our program lays a strong, comprehensive foundation that could lead you down countless, exciting career paths. And once your degree is complete, take the next step to making your dreams a reality, and choose from one of our bachelor’s degrees. Flip to the next page to learn more!

Bachelor’s Degrees

“Grace College was amazing.

I will forever be grateful for the education that Grace College provided for me and my family.”

GRACIE PEREZ PROGRAM GRADUATE Branch Manager, Town Square Mortgage

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Programs • Human Services • Business Administration • Ministry Leadership • Psychology

Resolve to Finish • Finish in 16-24 months • Learn in a community of caring professors and ambitious classmates • 60 accumulated credit hours are required for registration Did you know our online degree completion programs are some of the most affordable of their kind? If you once started a college degree but never finished, one of our programs would be perfect for you! These approachable and flexible degrees are designed with you in mind. Whether you work full-time, have a family, or both — we are confident that you have what it takes to finish. That promotion, pay raise, or career change you always wanted is now in reach!

Need help getting the 60 credit hours required to enroll?

We can help you get there with our Associate Degree or by issuing credits based on your experience.

Special Education License “The goal of this program is to help educators meet the needs of every child, one child at a time.”

CHERYL BREMER Ed.D. CHAIR, SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

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Provide Intense Intervention • Graduate level courses completed in 1 year • Curriculum developed by practitioners • Gain hands-on experience through clinical practice Meeting needs one child at a time. That’s what we are all about. Special education teachers are in great demand across the nation, particularly in teaching students with significant disabilities. Our program is designed to meet the needs in education by producing confident and competent teachers able to teach learners with autism spectrum disorders, orthopedic impairments, severe and profound cognitive disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries.

Master of

Athletic Administration

“This program opened up a lot of doors for me. As an athletic director, it helped me improve the school, and as a coach, it helped me improve the basketball program. It went from being about me and my coursework to benefitting a group of kids.�

ANTHONY AMERO M.S. PROGRAM GRADUATE Athletic Director, Forest Hills Schools

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Build a Team • In partnership with NIAAA and CIAAA • Self-guided and self-paced • One of the most affordable MSAA degrees in the nation It takes a team to build a team. Championships do not just happen. Before an athlete ever laces up his shoes or puts on a uniform, there is a team of highly skilled coaches and administrators that build confident players, passionate teams, and impactful programs that lead to life-long wins. Our Athletic Administration program is affordable, convenient, and practical. If you are called to athletics, we will give you the tools to lead with success.

Master of

Business Administration

“I would never have been able to start my own business, the way I did, if it wasn’t for the education I earned from Grace College Online.”

TYLER LEMON M.B.A. PROGRAM GRADUATE President, Orthopedic Validation Experts

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Progress as a Professional • MBA graduates earn 36% more • Learn from faculty with CEO experience • Make connections that could lead you to your next job Located in the Orthopaedic Capital of the World and home to several billion-dollar companies, our professors know a thing or two about successful business. This degree is perfect for those who want to make an impact in the corporate world. Explore topics such as finance, human resources, marketing, and management to obtain mastery, boost your resume, and gain a competitive edge in the field.

Master of

Clinical Mental Health Counseli “Scripturally grounded, professionally skilled, interpersonally competent.

These are the distinctives of our Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Grace College. Our program combines the flexibility of online learning, the integration of faith with counseling and psychology, and a community of learners that values relationship, support, and professional excellence.�

JILL BRUE Ph.D., LPC

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CHAIR, GRADUATE COUNSELING DEPARTMENT

ing Counsel with Care • CACREP accredited • 1-week hands-on residency per year • One of the most affordable online programs in the nation If you are looking for an online graduate counseling program that is grounded in scripture and nationally recognized for licensure acceptance, Grace College is for you. This program helps mental health professionals become licensed counselors. At its core, the degree is driven by community. You will be assigned an advisor to guide you through the program. Our clinical coordinator will assist you in finding a clinical placement in your community.

Master of

Higher Education

“I am thankful for the Masters of Higher Education program at Grace because it has set me up well with the necessary skills to work within student development while challenging me to continue learning about my own impact as a higher education professional.�

BRILEIGH MALOTT M.S. PROGRAM GRADUATE Resident Director, Lee University

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Serve with Purpose • 8-week courses • Personally connect with professors serving in higher education leadership • Gain skills needed to work with the students of tomorrow As an institution of higher education, we know how vital strong leadership is to our success. That’s why we believe in training leaders to be service-oriented, innovative, and purposeful in all they do. If it’s your dream to work in admissions, student affairs, or academics, this degree will prepare you for the inner workings of higher ed. You’ll learn the roles of various administrators, faculty, and staff, and how they work together to support their schools.

Master of

Ministry Studies

“My professors showed great care for my spiritual formation and taught that in order to effectively lead in ministry, you must first and foremost nurture your own relationship with Christ.”

LETITIA WILLIAMS M.B.A, M.A. PROGRAM GRADUATE Owner, Self Discovery Solutions

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Seek the Truth • Choose from 4 ministry concentrations • Be trained by experienced and highly educated pastors and ministry leaders • Complete your degree in 2 years The M.A. in Ministry Studies is a Grace Theological Seminary degree. The Seminary has been committed to God’s Word since the day it began in 1937! The program trains future ministry leaders to lead and minister in a variety of contexts. That’s why you can customize your degree with a concentration in Christian Ministries, Women’s Leadership, Counseling, or Technology.

Master of

Nonprofit Management

“The Master’s in Nonprofit Management program provides an incredible foundation to carry out a leader’s responsibilities for the unique challenges of managing a nonprofit organization.”

RICH HADDAD M.S. PROGRAM GRADUATE President/CEO, K21 Foundation

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Maximize Impact • Taught by leaders of multimillion-dollar foundations • Engage in practical coursework that directly benefits your organization • Be empowered to serve in a variety of fields In nonprofit work, you start with a passion to make a difference in the world around you. But successful nonprofit leadership must be learned and trained. As part of our program, you will be placed in a cohort of nonprofit professionals that will learn and grow together. Some serve as executive directors, others haven’t entered the field yet — but all of your classmates’ perspectives will profoundly impact your education and create a diverse network for you in the public sector going forward.

YOU CAN DO THIS! We are here to help.

Taking the next step in your education doesn’t have to be intimidating. There are real people waiting to answer your important questions. Meet Kourtney and Megan. They are here to help make your next steps easy and hassle-free! They can’t wait to hear from you.

Kourtney Sumner Director of Graduate and Online Admissions

Megan Norberg Graduate and Online Admissions Counselor

Oh, did we get a chance to tell you?

WE REDUCED THE PRICE OF OUR TUITION BY 19.5%.

That means a Christ-centered education that advances you in your professional goals is more attainable than you thought.

Free Application! online.grace.edu/apply

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Ready to take the next step?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

EMAIL: onlineadmissions@grace.edu CALL: 888.249.0533 TEXT: 574.498.2656

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