You deserve afuture you’re excited about, and Northampton Community College can help you get there. For over 50 years, NCC has been providing top quality, affordable education accessible to students of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you’re seeking atwo-year degree to land your dream job, specialized training to advance your career, core coursework to transfer to afour-year institution or you’re ahigh school student trying to get ahead start on college credits —we provide the foundation, guidance and support to help you achieve your goals.
With more than 120 programs to choose from, 100+ transfer agreements with dozens of four-year institutions, and countless certifications to upskill and advance your career —weoffer an extensive range of options when it comes to pursuing your education or enhancing your skillset. We also have partnerships with some of the largest companies in the area, so our students gain real-world, hands-on experience as part of their required coursework. 96% of our recent graduates are either employed or continuing their education.
NCC is one of the most affordable colleges in the region. Our students can save up to $40,000 while still receiving the high-quality education we are known for. Currently, more than half our students benefitfrom $46 million in financial aid and scholarships, and we’re proud to say that 90% of NCC aid applicants qualify for some form of aid! We also have one of the largest scholarship programs in Pennsylvania and award over 600 annually.
79% of our students work while attending classes,which is why we provide the flexibility needed to maintain balance as you work towards your goals. Whether you prefer to learn online, in-person or through acombination of both, we have avariety of class formats designed to fityour schedule and suit your learning style. We also offer accelerated, part-time and full-time options across all of our formats, and 34 of our degrees and over 250 courses can be completed entirely online.
At NCC, our students areour top priority.A 16:1 studentto-faculty ratio ensures students receive personalized attention every step of the way,and our academic advisors arecommitted to guiding students to success. We offer a wealth of in-person and virtual resources to support our students academically,personally and professionally like tutoring, academic coaching, career counseling, tech support, childcareand so much more.
High School students can jump-start their college career through our Dual Enrollment program. Dual Enrollment allows current Juniors and Seniors to take college courses taught by NCC faculty and staffwhile earning transferable credits towardafuturedegree. In addition to being acost-effective way to get ahead on college coursework, it prepares students for what to expect at the next level and sets them up for success in their futureacademic endeavors. Each semester we have over 600 dual enrollment students, and 50+ high schools arerepresented.
So what areyou waiting for? Get to know us at one of our upcoming events. Visit northampton.edu to learnmore!
Imagine it’sthe beginning of anew semester and your child is starting at anew school for the first time. The usual anxiety that accompanies something new is present, but there’sone difference —asthe student looks around the classroom, all they see aretheir other classmates’ names, no faces. Why? Because they enrolled in cyber school. At cyber schools, the pressurethat often comes with the superficial nature of appearance and first impressions is removed, and
of Pennsylvania cyber charter school students have not only witnessed, but in which they have thrived. At Agora Cyber Charter School, students from all walks of life shareacyber classroom and aregiven the opportunity to learninastyle that works for them.
Peers become friends at Agora without knowing each other’shometown, socioeconomic status, race or religion. As Instructional Coach Michelle Olsavsky says, “Students whom you’d assume would never be friends become best friends. There’snojudgment and beautiful relationships emerge. In fact, Agoraplanned social activities oftentimes become emotional gatherings with lots of hugs and tears of joy.Agora’s approach to learning ensures students receive the quality,individualized education they deserve, one that they werelikely denied at their brick-and-mortar school. Aleader in cyber education, the Agora experience has been cultivated over 16 years and equips students to live up to their highest potential —regardless of their academic ability,zip code or background.
students areable to interact and see each other for who they are, what they stand for and what they believe. That is an experience that tens of thousands
Astatewide, online public charter school, Agora is a premier provider of innovative and unique K-12 cyber education in Pennsylvania. The cyber option provided by Agora is alifesaver for thousands of families across the state and has time and again proven to be the best choice for the specific needs of certain students. No matter astudent’szip code, status or learning level— they’reable to receive ahigh-quality public education. Classes arecomprised of students from every county in Pennsylvania, allowing for cross-state friendships.
For moreinformation register for aLive Virtual Open House at https://agora.org/virtual-open-house/ or call 844-462-4672
PA Cyber fourthgrader AnnabelReeves cracked the stock market in theFall Semester 2022 StockMarket Competition.She took first place in BeaverCounty and fifth place in the state competitionfor elementary students.
“It was funtodoa bit of trading before Ihavetodo it in real life,”said Annabel. She plans to competeinthe spring semester challenge. Thegame startsevery player with$100,000tobuy stocks and then trade, sell,orbuy additional stocks withthe goal of maximizing their portfolio’s revenue. At the close of the fall competition, Annabelgrew herstarting
balance to $106,337.25, with returnpercentageof6.34%.
Atthe start of the game, Annabelwent to her father Matt for guidance,and he taught herone main rule: buy andhold. Shepicked stocks that were doing well in theactualstock market, and she didn’ttouch the game againfor the remaining ten weeks
Sponsored by the PennsylvaniaCouncil on Financial Literacy,the real-time stockgameis used in over 80% of the top businessschools in theUnited States. Last fall, 17 students from PA Cyber’sgifted andSTAR programs participated in the
competitions. (STAR is aPA Cyber academicincentive program.) “Trading stocks helps students understand why certainproducts are in demand due to economic growthorinlessdemand duetoeconomicdecline,” said Director of Gifted and TalentedMikeHissam. Annabel is in herfourth year withPACyber.“Ireally like it because Ilike working on thecomputer,” she said. “It’s reallyeasytodoit independently, andIlike being independent.”She is enjoyingher science and social studiesclassesthe most, andshe wantstobe an astronomer someday.
Learn moreatpacyber.org.
Students who areinterested in aprimarycare career and who choose to stay with St.Luke’s after graduation areeligible to receiveatuition reimbursement of up to $175,000 –essentially covering their medical school tuition!
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(AMT). Students who havesuccessfully completed the phlebotomy program will be prepared, and cansit,for an accredited national certification examination through AMT or the National Health Career Association (NHA) to become aRegistered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT).
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St.Luke’sSponsors48 Accredited Residencies and Fellowships, Most in the Area
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St.Luke’sSchool of Nursing is the Oldest in the Country: You canBecome aNurse at St.Luke’s
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TRAINING THE FUTURE OF MEDICINE AT THELEHIGH VALLEY’S
Not only was Hannah Kahn born and raised in the Lehigh Valley –she also began her career in health care here. After graduating from Salisbury High School and Penn State University,Hannah worked as atechnician in the St. Luke’sAllentown Emergency Department before beginning her education at the Lehigh Valley’sfirst and only medical school. Now in her second year at Temple/St. Luke’s, she is learning from supportive faculty in an environment she knows. When you train at a100 TopTeaching Hospital, the possibilities are endless.
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The complexchallengesfacing society require anew kind of knowledge, groundedinadeep understanding of humanity pairedwith hands-onproblem solving experience. At Muhlenberg College,students have found three key ingredients that arepreparingthem to meettoday’s challenges head on.
Muhlenbergstudents forgetheir own educational paththatfeatures unique cross-discipline learningto sharpen critical reasoning andexpand perspectives.
“Muhlenberghas taught me to look at all thedifferent options, allthe different possibilities, andall thedifferent collaborators that can helpwork toward abetter future together,”senior Lacey Pasco said.
TheCollegeoffers 39 majorsand 25 minors across fields including business, accounting, media &communication, public health, neuroscience, premed and prelaw. Studentsoften double major,
pursue multipleminors or createtheir own majors.
At Muhlenberg, takingriskscreates opportunitiestogrowand learningis about experience andexperimentation. Every Muhlenberg studenthas theirown coachingteam of world-class faculty, highly-skilledstaffand fellow students
“I’m not anumberinmyclass–they know me,” first-yearstudent Vishmitha Dsouza said. “From the healthcenter to the writing center, everyperson Ihave met hasbeen so resourceful formein my journey.”
Highly competitive financial aid packages open doors for many students. Students deepentheir knowledge through opportunities like facultymentored research, study abroadand hands-on professionalexploration through internships,externshipsand networking.
Students spend four years on acampus with boundlessopportunitiestoconnect,
grow andlead. The College offers competitiveDivisionIII athletics, more than120 clubsand organizationsand events and performances nearly every night of the week
“I woulddescribe it as asmall, tight-knit community thatisreallyopen-minded and generates creativity and opportunity foralot of differentpeople,”seniorJoe Romanosaid. “Having that community
aroundme, pushing me andaskingifI can do better,inspires me.”
And thebest part? This robust experience is close to home. Muhlenberg’s location right in theLehigh Valley offers the opportunity for studentstoexploretheir home region in new ways and expand their personal andprofessional network nationally and globally while remaining connected to their community.
It’s no secret thatthe world of the near future willbeavery different place. Howdoweprepare ourstudentstoleadin such aworld?Mostimportant—how will they know the right choicestomake? At Moravian Academy we teachour students the skills for thriving in an uncertain world: Creativity, Curiosity, Perseverance, Empathy, Integrity, and Excellence. We may not know what the future holds, but we do know that MoravianAcademy graduates willgoforward with confidence, amoral compass, and, most of all, the curiosity they’ll need to maketheir mark in achanging world.
Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield are boldly investing in the people and communities of Pennsylvania, together,as Commonwealth University.
Commonwealth Uisan affordable, student-centered academic powerhouse with top programs —such as business administration, music, nursing, physician assistant, and special education —along with other in-demand options such as digital forensics and cybersecurity, music technology,professional sales and marketing, and sports management. Our innovative opportunities enable youtotailor your degree with proven, accredited programs and access to more minors, courses, facultyexperts, and graduate programs than ever before.
Powerful Value —With 99% of our students employed or in grad school within ayear of graduation, we provide a financially responsible degree option to prepare youfor in-demand careers. In fact, we’ve frozen tuition for the past four years! Together,we’re committed to making college even more accessible and affordable for students in
Pennsylvania with NEW guaranteed, renewable merit scholarships up to $5,000 per year for incoming students based on your high school GPA. Learn more at commonwealthu. edu/value.
Powered by Professional U —The hallmarkofour commitment to your career preparation, Professional U gives youunparalleled access to undergraduate research, internships, clinical and field experiences, and study abroadoptions. Develop your interests, build aresume, polish your interview skills, and gain the confidence to succeed in the career of your dreams. Our employerpartners value our students andthe experience they bring to thejob on dayone. And it won’tbedone alone. We’re in this together,and that includes the collectivepower of an alumni network more than143,000 members strong ready to welcome youand open doors along your journey
Our unique partnership with the Allentown School District guarantees admission for qualifying high school studentsalong with exclusive scholarship opportunities
for students who meet certain criteria. And, our guaranteed transfer agreement with Lehigh Carbon Community College(LCCC) meansa seamless pathway forLCCC graduates to continue their education at oneof our Commonwealth Ucampuses. Renewable transferscholarships from $2,000 -$5,000 areavailable for qualified LCCC graduates, along with guaranteed admission and guaranteed on-campushousing. It doesn’tstop there. Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield continue to offer arobust slate of student activities, clubs, events, and
campus life foranunforgettable college experience, plus afull complementofNCAA athletic programs at each campus that leads the spirit of Huskies, Bald Eagles, and Mountaineers.
Put the Power of Three to work for youand join us for one of our Spring Open Houses or schedule avisit today! Then, use one easy,online application to apply to Commonwealth Uand select the campus (or campuses!) of your choice. Learn more at commonwealthu.edu.
The day astudent graduates from college is amomentous occasion. Data from the National Center for Education Statistics indicates that morethantwo millionstudentsearned bachelor’s degrees at the conclusion of the 2019-20 school year,the most recent yearsuch information was available.
As another graduation seasonrounds intoform, millions morehardworking college students areabout to receive their degrees. Commencement will be abig momentfor those students and itwillalso prove aproud moment for their families,who will wanttoreward graduates with agift commensurate withthis significantaccomplishment. As graduatespreparetotradein campus life for the professionalarena, well-wishers can consider these graduation giftideas.
•Attire: Thoughmanybusinesses havecommitted to remoteorhybrid working in recent years, college graduates will still needsomething more than hoodiesand sweatpants as theyenter the professional arena Professionalattirecan include anything from suitstobusiness casual clothing.
Developingaprofessionalwardrobe can be costly,sogift giverscan take newcollegegrads out shopping for attirethatcan help themmake astrong firstimpression. If distance or timing makessuchanexcursion impossible, a giftcardworth enough money to help gradsbegin building an impressive
•Tote bag/messengerbag: Traditional briefcases arestill around, but many modernprofessionals now prefer tote bags and messenger bags. Bags with padded pockets that can accommodate 15-inch laptops can be especially
useful and help new graduations set a professional tone during interviews and after landing ajob.
•Apartmentfurnishings: Of course, some newlyminted gradswill already have ajob linedupbythe time theystroll across agraduation stageand receive their degrees.In suchinstances, they might benefit from alittle help furnishing their first apartments. Some new kitchenware, agiftcardtoa furniturestoreorsome gadgetslikea newsmart TV or home speaker system can help anew place feel like home that much sooner
•Cooking lessons: Nowthatthe campusdining hall is in the rearview mirror, new gradswill havetoprepare their ownmeals. Some might be doing so for the firsttime,sosomecooking lessons withalocal cheforinstruction offered at alocal restaurant canensure new gradsaren’tspending the bulk of their earnings on takeout or diningout. College graduation is an exciting time in ayoung person’slife. Loved ones canconsideranassortment of gifts to make thisperiod even morespecial.
KU supports students’academic and personal development by providing high-quality services that will help them makethe most of their time at KU.Whether students need help with apaper or resume, or atutor foraclass, the university has an office to offer the support theyneed.
The Center forStudent Success and Academic Excellenceholds workshops throughout each semester to teach strategies liketime management, testtaking, note-taking and textbook reading. In addition, the center offersthe KU Succeed program, aimed to increase the retention and graduation rate of students who mayneedextraacademic
support. The programfocuses on students’individual needs and offersspecialized advising and other assistancethathas proven beneficial to students.
KU alsounderstands the financial commitment of higher education and is dedicatedtohelping students and families achieve their goals. About 80% of Kutztown students receive financial aid in the form of scholarships, grants, loans or student employment.
As amember of theState System of Higher Education, KU enrolls about 7,700undergraduate and graduate students. It offersmore than 200student organizations, including Greek, academic, religious, cultural, social, athletic
and performance-related groups. The university alsooffersspecific organizations forstudents transferring from another institution.
At KU,students learn the skills to excelinthe workforce,attend graduate school and achieve success. Theyare making an impact at companies likeAir Products, Lego,Google, Adidas,
the Mayo Clinic and manyothersin the Lehigh Valleyand beyond.
The journeyofpersonal growth starts at KU.When students graduate,they’re capable of accomplishing anygoals they setfor themselves. At Kutztown University,it’sgoodtobegolden.
There’sstill time to apply forFall 2023 at www.kutztown.edu/apply.
Belong, andit’swhere David Akinwandebelonged for his college years– whichhelped him landaposition at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia after graduatingwith his degree in nursinglast spring.
ESU,where we have resources to help provide affordable and accessibleacademicopportunities.
ESU’sfinancial aid offerings include the Pocono Promise,new forthe 2022-23 academic year. Newstudents maybeeligible for this scholarship,whichisavailable forPAresidents andcovers the entirecost of tuition after thePell grant and PA stategrants have been applied. Institutional grants will coverthe remainingtuition balance
Thereisalso aseries of Platinum/ Gold/Silver Transfer Scholarships forstudents from selectregional communitycollege partners, with awards from $6,000 to $2,000 annually.
Students applyingfor anyof these scholarships must meet specific requirements, available by visiting ESU.edu/merit or contactingadmission@esu.edu or 570-422-3542.
“ESU gave me theopportunity to develop skills, knowledge and theconfidence to work at oneof themostprestigious children’s hospitals in thecountry,”said Akinwande, whocredits his relationship with ESU’sfaculty andhis classmates whichhelped him on his journey. Amember of ESU’sfootball program, president of theStudent-AthleteAdvisory Committeeand arecipient of severalscholarships, he helped administer vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic,was atutor andpresented at an honors societyevent.He’ssuretobea Warrior forlife. Andyou can join himatwherewarriorsbelong.com.
Thereare manystories likeDavid’s that showcase theexperienceat
All ESU students enjoytuition that is significantly lowerthan tuition at large research universities and privatecolleges in PA,NYand NJ In 2021-22, ESU awarded more than $2 million in scholarships alone, whichispaired with our affordable tuition.
Andfor ambitious high school students who maywant to start college early, ESU offersdual enrollment courses at $50 per credit.
ESU Today. Success Tomorrow.
ESU prides itself on placing students first and its commitment to student success, with aslate of 58 majors, 21 master’s and two doctoraldegree programs.
TheUniversityoffersstate-ofthe-arttechnology to study fields from exercise science,
athletic trainingand nursing, to additivemanufacturingand 3Dprinting, art+design and digital mediatechnologies. Youcan also immerse yourself in hospitality, recreation, and tourism management; sport management; social work and criminal justice; andpsychology, just to nameafew.Students in the biological sciencescan get hands-on experience in wildlifeforensic work in theDr. JaneHuffman WildlifeGenetics Institute. Entrepreneurial passions can be explored in ESU’s Business Accelerator program. And, our teachercertification preparation programs are award-winningand nationallyaccredited.
ESU’sproximitytoNew York Cityand Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careersand social activities. Just minutes from campus arethe country’slargest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area,
Appalachian Trail andother opportunities forrecreational fun.
See ForYourself
Thebest waytoexperience all that ESU offersistovisit andcheck out our campus, meet our students andfacultyand see foryourself whyESU is WhereWarriors
Belong. Don’t wait! Register foran upcomingevent at ESU.edu/visit –theupcomingschedule includes Fantastic Fridays,whichare Instant Decision Days everyFriday.
(Register Today! ESU.edu/visit)
• Saturday, March 11 –Campus Day
• Saturday, April 22 –Open House
• Saturday, May20–Campus Day
And, our Accepted Student Reception forfutureWarriorsis Saturday, March 25!
Saturday,March 11 2023 8:30am-1:00pm
Collegeshould be affordabl available andaccessible. Th howwedoitatESU.Joinus ourCampusDay andfind ou we supportsuccess with de programs,careertraining, s services,scholarships and hereinthe Poconos.
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At Delaware Valley University,you won’t justsit in aclassroom and you’llnever be lost in alecture hall. DelVal students learn from faculty members whoknow thembyname in small classesthat are focused on providing relevant, real-world experience. Our vibrant campus life provides opportunities to get involved andmake lifelong friends.
4Small, caring community
4100% gain real-world experience
4Quick pathways to master’s degrees
498% of DelVal students receive financial aid
4Unique, engaging academic programs
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Delaware Valley University,also known as DelVal, is more than auniversity –it’sa caring community of inspiring, intelligent and imaginative thinkers who are engaged in the world around them. Our students gain hands-on, real-world experiences from day one!
4 25+ bachelor’sdegrees in the life and physical sciences, business, agricultural and environmental sciences, and the humanities
Ineeded aschool that would help me become the best version of myself and help my dreams become areality.DelVal was that school.
-AnthonyRago ’23, Small Animal Science, B.S
4 1,000 +acre campus
4 Admission and financial aid processes
4 The Experience360 Program –our nationally recognized experiential learning program
4 Livestock, equine, plant and crop facilities
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Choose from more than 90 degree and certificate programs in:
Arts, Communication and Design
Business and Administration
Computer Scienceand Information Technology
Education andPublic Service
Health Care
Manufacturing, Tradesand Transportation
Scienceand Engineering
LCCC offers two-year associatedegrees, certificates and specialized diploma programs, and workforcetraining. The college also has nearly 600 transfer agreements with 63 colleges and universities in Pennsylvania and nationwide. Classes areoffered face-to-face, onlineand remote.The college encompasses the main campus in Schnecksvilleas well as sites in Allentown, Tamaqua and the Lehigh Valley International Airport.
The college administers federal and statefinancial aid, including grants that do nothavetoberepaid, loans and studentemploymentprograms.TheLCCCFoundationoffers scholarshipsfor academic achievementorfinancial need.
The Career DevelopmentCenterhelps students develop career skills to meettheir professional goals. Students benefit from partnerships the college developswith employers,aswellascareer exploration, experiential learning opportunities and job preparationassistance In addition, the center helps students secureinternship opportunities thatallowthemtocombineclassroomstudywithon-the-jobexperience.
In addition to their academic studies, students havethe opportunity to develop leadership skills in student governmentorclubs and organizations. The Honors Scholars Program provides full tuition and fees forstudents who want achallenging academic experienceand plan to pursue abachelor’s degree.
Summer classes start
May 22 and July 10 (Registration nowopen)
Fall classes start
Aug. 28 (Registration opens March 13)
Thursday,April 13 |6-8 p.m. Register: www.LCCC.edu/openhouse