NDSCS Wahpeton 2018-2019 Viewbook

NORTH DAKOTA STATE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

WAHPETON

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LEARN SMARTER EARN FASTER At North Dakota State College of Science, you’ll LEARN SMARTER with expert instructors teaching real-world skills.

And you’ll EARN FASTER by landing your dream career in just two years.

Equip yourself with seriously POWERFUL SKILLS and zoom into a HIGH-DEMAND CAREER.

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PLACEMENT AFTER GRADUATION*

Get a tour and see the campus.

NDSCS is so open and fun!

- Rachel H.

13:1

STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO

5.6

JOB OPENINGS PER GRADUATE*

THE ADVANTAGE OF PARTNERSHIPS WITH BUSINESSES AND INDUSTRY More than 20 leading worldwide and regional companies partner with NDSCS to provide the latest equipment, tools and technology for hands-on learning. This serves as a built-in network that can connect you to your dream career right after graduation.

SMALL CLASSES FOR PERSONALIZED LEARNING With our 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you’ll receive more one-on-one time with instructors and a tight community of peers.

TRI-COLLEGE UNIVERSITY: PARTNERS IN EDUCATION Five institutions greatly increases the range of classes available to students and the course exchange is simple.

NDSCS.EDU/TRI-COLLEGE *Taken from the 2017 North Dakota State College of Science Graduate Placement Report.

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER

NDSCS.EDU/STUDENTSUCCESS

Your one-stop place for assistance or concerns. We want you to succeed and we’ll support you all the way! Attending college is incredibly rewarding, yet it’s also challenging at times. That’s why we provide countless resources to support you as you achieve your academic goals.

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ACADEMIC & CAREER GUIDANCE

ACADEMIC GUIDANCE, SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE ■■

Tutoring offered during day and evening hours.

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Assistance with planning class schedules and course registration.

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Course requirement information.

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Support for students struggling academically or needing/requesting assistance.

Test Center for test proctoring and placement testing.

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Job search preparation, career fairs, cooperative education and internships.

From interviewing prep to résumé writing – your career success is our priority.

- Madison N.

Student Sponsorships – connecting students with employers who are interested in providing on-the-job training, internships and/or financial support in exchange for an employment commitment after graduation.

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NDSCS is the perfect step for any student that wants to further their education and have fun doing so. Everyone at NDSCS is open and accepting and wants to contribute to your success, which is the best feeling in the world.

Assistance with exploring occupations and selecting an academic program that best fits your strengths and abilities.

SUPPORT FOR SPECIFIC NEEDS ■■

Accessibility Services for academic or residential accommodations.

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Military Education Benefit Assistance

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Student Advocate – a resource for non-academic concerns

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Campus Nurse

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Personal Counseling

67 %

STUDENT RETENTION RATE

The national average (IPEDS) is 58.2%. Our students’ success is a testament to the support NDSCS students receive.

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LIFE AS A

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RESIDENCE HALLS

Get into the spirit! Living on campus puts you in the heart of the action and close to classes, events, friends and more. It’s affordable, safe and super convenient!

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DINING PLAN OPTIONS

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APARTMENT COMPLEXES (Student & Family Living)

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HEKTNER STUDENT CENTER DINING LOCATIONS Flickertail Dining Room & Wild Grounds Café

HEKTNER STUDENT CENTER THE ALLEY A TV lounge by day and a spot for hanging out, dances and a variety of other exciting events at night.

GAME ROOM FREE video games, darts, foosball, ping pong, pool table, 90” TV.

NDSCS POLICE Available 24/7 to keep students, as well as the campus, safe and secure.

FREE FITNESS FACILITIES

MILDRED JOHNSON LIBRARY

Wildcat Wellness Center, Weight Room, Indoor Track, Swimming Pool, Racquetball Courts

This full-service library, both on campus and online, provides videos, books, e-books, interactive media and access to academic journal databases.

STUDENT HEALTH & COUNSELING SERVICES - FREE TO STUDENTS On-campus health nurse and personal counselor located in Riley Hall.

In cooperation with Essentia Health, NDSCS offers Medication Management Services.

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT Dining Services, Residential Life, Facilities Management, office positions and more.

TOUR OUR RESIDENCE HALLS! NDSCS.EDU/RESIDENCEHALLS

NDSCS BOOKSTORE Owned and operated by NDSCS, the Bookstore provides students with textbooks, tools, course supplies, clothing, gifts and snacks.

MAIL CENTER Provides students with a mailbox, daily incoming and outgoing mail, package delivery and access to shipping services.

B E YO ND THE CLASSROOM

Hit the playing field, stand on stage or join a club with students who share your interests. There’s more to explore at NDSCS!

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FUN & FREE STUDENT EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

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INTRAMURAL SPORTS

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Get involved. There is so much to do here. Have fun. NDSCS is an amazing place to be. I love it here.

PERFORMING ARTS Choir, Band & Theater

- Logan K.

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STUDENT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Campus Activities Board Student Senate NDSCS Ambassadors Science of Leadership Wildcat Welcome Team Residential Life

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NJCAA TEAMS Football, Volleyball, Softball, Basketball (Men’s & Women’s)

80+ CAREER OPTIONS WAHPETON

AGRICULTURE, FOOD & NATURAL RESOURCES

Ag Business Agriculture (Liberal Arts Transfer) Agronomy Animal Science Farm Management Precision Agriculture Ranch Management Wildlife Management (Liberal Arts Transfer)

ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION

Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology Building Construction Technology Construction Management Technology Electrical Construction Electrical Master Technician HVAC/R Technology Industrial Electrical Land Surveying & Civil Engineering Technology Mechanical Systems Plumbing

BUSINESS, FINANCE, MANAGEMENT & MARKETING Administration & Finance Business Transfer (Liberal Arts) Business Technology Management Marketing, Sales & Hospitality Services Restaurant Management

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Early Childhood Education (Liberal Arts Transfer) Education (Liberal Arts Transfer) General Liberal Arts (Liberal Arts Transfer) General Studies (Liberal Arts Transfer) Health, Physical Education & Recreation (Liberal Arts Transfer) Music (Liberal Arts Transfer)

Programs listed by available location.

NDSCS.EDU/ACADEMICS

HEALTH SCIENCE

Chiropractic (Liberal Arts Transfer) Clinical Laboratory Science (Liberal Arts Transfer) Dental Assisting Dental Hygiene Dental (Liberal Arts Transfer) Health Information Technician Medical (Liberal Arts Transfer) Medical Coding Nursing - Practical Nursing (LPN) - Registered Nursing (ASN-RN) - Registered Nursing (AAS-RN) Nursing (Liberal Arts Transfer) Occupational Therapy Assistant Optometry (Liberal Arts Transfer) Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy (Liberal Arts Transfer) Social Work (Liberal Arts Transfer)

HOSPITALITY & TOURISM Culinary Arts Restaurant Management

HUMAN SERVICES

Psychology (Liberal Arts Transfer) Social Work (Liberal Arts Transfer)

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Computer Science (Liberal Arts Transfer) Management Information Systems (Liberal Arts Transfer) Web Design (Combo of face-to-face & online) Web Developer (Combo of face-to-face & online)

LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY

Criminal Justice (Liberal Arts Transfer) Emergency Management (Liberal Arts Transfer) Law (Liberal Arts Transfer)

LIBERAL ARTS/TRANSFER

MANUFACTURING

Industrial Electrical Precision Machining Technology Robotics, Automation & Mechatronics Technology Technical Studies Welding Technology

STEM: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS

Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology Biotechnology (Liberal Arts Transfer) Chemistry (Liberal Arts Transfer) Computer Science (Liberal Arts Transfer) Electrical Construction Electrical Master Technician Engineering (Liberal Arts Transfer) HVAC/R Technology Industrial Electrical Land Surveying & Civil Engineering Technology Mathematics (Liberal Arts Transfer) Natural Science (Liberal Arts Transfer) Physical Science (Liberal Arts Transfer) Precision Machining Technology Robotics, Automation & Mechatronics Technology Web Developer (Combo of face-to-face & online) Welding Technology

TRANSPORTATION

Auto Body Repair & Refinishing Technology Automotive & Diesel Master Technician Automotive Technology Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician Diesel Technology - Case IH Diesel Technology - General Diesel Diesel Technology - Komatsu John Deere Tech Powersports Technology

General Liberal Arts General Studies

FARGO

BUSINESS, FINANCE, MANAGEMENT & MARKETING

Administration & Finance Business Transfer (Liberal Arts) Business Management (Business Pro Curriculum) - Entrepreneurship - Finance - Management/Supervision - Sales Marketing, Sales & Hospitality Services

HEALTH SCIENCE

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) - Paramedic Technology Practical Nursing*

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Information Technology Support Information Systems Administrator IT Forensics and Security Web Design Web Developer

LIBERAL ARTS/TRANSFER

Criminal Justice (Liberal Arts Transfer) Education (Liberal Arts Transfer) General Liberal Arts

MANUFACTURING Welding Technology

*Practical Nursing cohorts are offered on a periodic basis depending on funding, student interest, and needs of area facilities.

REMOTE DELIVERY

ONLINE / LIVE WEB-BASED

Business Technology Management Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) - Paramedic Technology Health Information Technician Liberal Arts/Transfer Medical Coding Pharmacy Technician Marketing, Sales & Hospitality Services Technical Studies Web Design Web Developer

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2018-2019

ESTIMATED COSTS WAHPETON Live and dine on campus and pay in-state tuition rates.

ON CAMPUS + DINING PLAN Tuition/Fees* $5,132 Room and Board** $6,220 Books/Supplies $1,000

ANNUAL TOTAL *** $12,352 * The average amount for per-credit fees is $778 for all states (excluding campus-approved fees).

The remainder is tuition for an average of 16 credits per semester. ** Room/board amount is the total of a double room ($2,820) and a 225 meal plan ($3,400). *** The total does not include personal expenses.

All rates are for two semesters.

KNOW BEFORE YOU OWE Use our cost estimate worksheet and find specific program costs at NDSCS.EDU/COSTS.

FINANCIAL AID QUESTIONS NDSCS.Fin.Aid@ndscs.edu 701-671-2207

FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION (FAFSA) Available October 1, 2018 for the 2019-2020 academic year.

OF STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID

October 1, 2018

300K AVAILABLE IN SCHOLARSHIPS

FINANCIAL AID NDSCS.EDU/FINANCIALAID Financial aid is financial assistance to help pay for college expenses and includes grants, work-study, scholarships and low-interest loans. Aid can come from the U.S. federal government, the state or the college.

GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Recipients of federal, state or NDSCS-sponsored aid must be working toward a degree or certificate in an eligible program. Most federal aid programs require at least half-time active enrollment.

FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) Determine if you qualify for grants, federal loans and work-study.

Starting October 1, apply at www.fafsa.ed.gov and enter the NDSCS code 002996.

SCHOLARSHIPS NDSCS.EDU/SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships are a great way to help pay for college and are available from a variety of sources: ■■ ■■

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NDSCS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PRIORITY DEADLINE

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NDSCS Scholarship Application North Dakota Academic or Career and Technical Education Scholarships NDSCS Science of Success STEM Scholarship

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarship funds are available through community groups, organizations and companies outside of NDSCS.

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APPLY ONLINE AND PAY THE $35 APPLICATION FEE Get started at NDSCS.EDU/APPLY.

SUBMIT OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT OR GED An in-progress transcript must be submitted to make an admission decision. An official high school transcript with final grades and a graduation date is required upon completion of high school.

SUBMIT OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S) Transfer students, and students taking course work at colleges or universities while enrolled in high school, must submit official in-progress transcripts. Final college transcripts must be submitted once all course work is completed.

SUBMIT TEST SCORES Approved exams include the ACT, SAT and ACCUPLACER. For more information, including the required entrance scores for your selected program, visit NDSCS.EDU/REQUIREMENTS.

APPLICATION DEADLINE NDSCS doesn’t have an application deadline, but some programs do fill up quickly. The sooner you submit your application, the better your chances are for getting into your program of choice.

OFFICE OF ADMISSION North Dakota State College of Science 800 Sixth Street North Haverty Hall 101 Wahpeton, ND 58076 Local 701-671-2521

1-800-342-4325 | NDSCS.EDU NDSCS-FARGO 1305 19th Avenue North Fargo, ND 58102 701-231-6935

ADMISSION QUESTIONS NDSCS.Admissions@ndscs.edu

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