Huntington University Viewbook 2023

Spirit of a Forester: What does it mean to be a Forester at Huntington University?

Christ. Scholarship. service.

The Spirit of a Forester sets Huntington University apart from other colleges or universities.

We invite you to learn more about the Spirit of a Forester and the ways we live out that spirit at HU. If you recognize the Forester spirit in your own life, consider this book a starting point for your HU journey.

Use the blank spaces to dream big dreams, write down questions to ask an admissions counselor later, or plan out your college experience.

Foresters

Chase Truth Because all truth is God’s truth, Foresters relentlessly pursue it.

2023-2024 Verse of the Year

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”

Proverbs 9:10 (NIV)

Questions to ask your admissions counselor: • What does spiritual life look like on campus?

• When do chapels take place?

• • Questions to ask when you meet with a professor: • How do you integrate faith into your classes?

• How does your discipline ask and address big questions about life?

• •

Foresters

Defy Complacency Foresters never stop trying to improve themselves or their world.

Huntington University’s four-year graduation rate is 13% higher than the national graduation rate.

Digest of Education Statistics, National Center for Education Statistics, 2021

Finish this sentence: In four years, I want to be…

Question to ask your admissions counselor: How does HU support students academically and personally?

Foresters

Remain Curious A Forester will seek new opportunities to learn long after graduation.

Huntington University students have access to state-of-the-art tools, hands-on equipment, and internships and practicums in their first semester.

In fact, students accumulated more than 13,700 total hours of experiential learning for course credit in one year.

Fill in the blanks: If I could be an intern anywhere, I would want to work here: • • • • • Question to ask your admissions counselor: What on-campus jobs are available to students?

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Care Completely Foresters are dedicated to service, caring for others willingly and joyfully.

14 13:1 Average class size

Student to faculty ratio

Fill in the blanks: Based on my experience, I think a few of the benefits of small class sizes are: • • •

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Embrace Interconnectedness Foresters realize that any pursuit is stronger in community.

Below is a list of extracurricular activities HU offers. This isn’t a complete list, but it’s a good sampling of ways you can get involved and be a part of the community.

Mark the activities you want to learn more about: Symphonic band Intramural basketball Concert choir Delight women’s ministry Eunomia pre-law club Fellowship of Christian Athletes Esports Horticulture Club The Huntingtonian Huntington University Theatre Company Indiana Farm Bureau Collegiate Chapter International Student Council Joyful Noise worship team Multicultural Activities Council Chamber orchestra Intramural pickleball Intramural soccer Sojourners peer ministry Student Activities Board Student Government Association Undignified dance troupe

Ultimate Frisbee Club University Christian Outreach Intramural volleyball

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Have Grit A Forester doesn’t back down from making a difference.

Huntington University offers 18 competitive athletics teams.

Those teams include…

• More than 300 student-athletes • Student managers and game-day employees

Men’s Basketball

• Forester Digital Network live videographers and sportscasters • The Chopping Block epic student section

Women’s Indoor Track & Field

Fill in the blanks: When I think about going to college, I am most excited about having the chance to • • •

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Explore Creativity Foresters push the boundaries of their art.

Our Customized Academic Program (CAP) empowers students to build their own degree. huntington.edu/CAP

Questions to ask your admissions counselor: • Why do students choose to do a Customized Academic Program over one of the existing majors?

• Can I take classes outside of my major?

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Finish this sentence: If I could take any class in any subject just for fun, I would take a class about

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Merit Awards Freshman Academic Awards President’s Scholarship

$14,000

3.95 GPA and above

Dean’s Scholarship

$12,000

3.6-3.94 GPA

Faculty Scholarship

$10,000

3.3-3.59 GPA

Trustee Grant

$8,000

2.9-3.29 GPA

Merillat Grant

$6,000

2.89 GPA and below

All students admitted as first-time freshmen are eligible for an award if they are enrolled full time. Awards are renewable for up to eight semesters.

Transfer Academic Awards Distinction Scholarship

$11,000

3.5 Cumulative College GPA

Honors Scholarship

$9,000

2.8–3.49 Cumulative College GPA

Transfer Grant

$6,000

2.0–2.79 Cumulative College GPA

Transfer Academic Awards are available to students who will have at least 12 earned credit hours and are at least one semester removed from high school. Transfer Awards are available for up to eight semesters. Students must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress to renew annually. Transfer students are not eligible for Freshman Academic Awards or the Horizon Leadership Program grant.

2023-2024 Costs Tuition & Fees: $29,982 Room & Board: $9,880

Submit your FAFSA at fafsa.gov to learn about additional financial aid opportunities.

Use HU’s school code: 001803.

For complete financial aid details, scan this code.

Majors

Circle the majors that interest you!

Health Care

Authentic Christianity

Animal Health with Vet Nursing Chemistry – Biochemistry Exercise & Movement Science* Exercise Science & Nutrition* Nursing Occupational Therapy Assistant Pre-Athletic Training Pre-Med Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Vet

Agribusiness – Ministry & Missions* Bible & Theology* Children’s Ministries Christian Ministries* Missions Philosophy* Special Needs Ministry Worship Leadership Youth Ministries

People and Justice

Agricultural Education Biology Education Chemistry Education Elementary Education Elementary & Special Education Elementary Education & Teaching English Learners Elementary & Middle School Education English Education History Education Mathematics Education Music Education Visual Arts Education

American Studies British & Postcolonial Studies Communication Studies* Criminal Justice* History International & Development Studies Liberal Studies Political Science Pre-Law Psychology* Public Relations* Social Work* Sociology*

Teaching

Technology Animation Computer Science – Digital Media Arts Computer Science – Information Systems Computer Science – Mathematics Computer Science – Web Development Engineering – Electrical Film Production Capstone Game DevelopmentComputer Science Mathematics Television Production Theatre Technology

Nature and Sustainability Agribusiness – Animal Production* Agribusiness – Communications & Public Policy* Agribusiness – Crop Production* Agribusiness – Economics & Finance* Agribusiness – Entrepreneurial Small Business Management* Agribusiness – Management* Agribusiness – Marketing* Agribusiness – Ministry & Missions* Animal Health with Vet Nursing Animal Science Biology Chemistry Crop Science & Agronomy

Business Accounting* Agribusiness (with specializations)* Economics & Finance* Entrepreneurial Small Business Management* Management* Marketing* Music Business Sport Management*

Content Creation/ Performance Agribusiness – Marketing* Animation Bachelor of Fine Arts Computer Science – Digital Media Arts Computer Science – Web Development English – Literature* English – Writing* Film Production Capstone Fine Arts Game DevelopmentAnimation Graphic Design Journalism* Music Music Business Music Performance Studio Art Television Production Theatre Theatre Performance Theatre Technology

Build your own degree at huntington.edu/CAP.

Not sure yet?

Check out huntington.edu/Undecided.

*3-Year Degree Available

About

Forester Country HU students represent

33 40 19% countries

U.S. states and territories

are American minority and international students

Plan Your Visit huntington.edu/Visit Custom Personal Visit: Open Monday-Friday in the morning and afternoon

Major-Specific Visit Days

Visit Days: Take place on select days throughout the year

September 13 (Agriculture) October 6 (Animation, Film, TV) November 3-4 (Nursing) March 8 (Animation, Film, TV) March 15 (Occupational Therapy Assistant) March 22 (Nursing and Health Sciences)

General Exploration Days

Special Event Visit Days

Virtual Visit: A personal visit or a visit event — no travel required

September 15, 16 November 10* January 12, 23 February 9 March 15 April 16

October 20-21 (Spirit of a Forester Scholarship Competition and Dinner) February 17 (Spirit of a Forester Scholarship Competition) February 23 (Homeschool Visit Day) *This Find Your Match visit day will be geared toward students with an undecided major.

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