Transitions
April 2011
News from the Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation (CCTA)
South Mountain Community College employee earns NAU bachelor’s degree without leaving campus
(April, 2011) -- As a mother and employee at South Mountain Community College, Lily Lough’s time is limited.
So when Lough, 25, a Phoenix resident who has worked for seven years in SMCC’s Welcome Center as a Student Service Technician, wanted to earn a four-year degree, she turned to SMCC and NAU for help. Thanks to NAU’s “Connection” partnership with the Maricopa Community Colleges, Lough received personal advising that streamlined her transfer path to earning a bachelor’s degree. She began working on earning her Associate in Arts from SMCC and graduated from NAU in May 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, with an emphasis in Spanish. NAU Classes were held in the evening at SMCC, accommodating Lough’s busy lifestyle.
Lough recommends the program for its cohort style, small student-to-teacher ratio, personal advising and the support she received from faculty and staff.
“It was convenient to have the option of earning my bachelor’s degree from NAU at SMCC’s campus,” Lough said. “During an NAU orientation session we were given a two-year academic plan that was broken down by semester and courses. It was nice to see the big picture and work toward it.” ( Continued.... )
Regis University: 90/30 Program for Humanities Degrees
Regis University’s School of Humanities & Social Sciences caters to today’s adult education student, offering professionals or those reentering the workforce with a clear path to obtaining their Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or certificates. During your time at Regis CPS School of Humanities & Social Sciences, you’ll learn the core competencies of leadership, communication, ethical decision making, and problem solving that develop triple bottom line accounting and corporate social responsibility. As a Regis CPS graduate, you’ll be equipped to take leadership roles and make a positive impact in a changing society, at both local and global levels. This is accomplished by integrating education with practical experience, where you’ll engage the world through service learning, professional conferences, public speaker series, and field experiences—social networks that will last a lifetime. Listen and read testimonials of students in the Regis University’s CPS School of Humanities & Social Sciences.
The Associate's to Bachelor's program allows students at any of the Maricopa Community Colleges with an Associate degree to make a smooth transition to earn a Bachelor’s degree. Students can take credits at the community college beyond their Associate’s degree to transfer up to 90 credit hours to Regis University. To learn more about the Associate’s to Bachelor’s program visit: www.TransferToRegis.org or call 1.800.707.2697.
It’s time to get the credit you deserve. Join WIU for workshops on Tuesday, May 3 and Wednesday, May 4 to find out more
Want to learn how to earn potential credits for knowledge that you gained through life experience? At Western International University our Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) can help you earn credit for the subjects you have mastered outside the traditional classroom at no cost to you. Stop by one of our Open Houses (or attend online) to find out how the PLA evaluation process can help you fulfill some of your degree requirements and put you closer to graduation. Come find out how you can receive credit for: Experiential essays, Professional licenses, Corporate training, and Continuing education courses.
Please join us on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, at our Phoenix Campus (9215 N. Black Canyon Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85021) from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. OR, stop by our Chandler Campus (55 N Arizona Place, Suite 101, Chandler, AZ 85225) on Wednesday, May 4, 2011, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Can’t make it in person? Join us online. Email PLA@west.edu and let us know you’d like to attend online, and we’ll send you the webinar link. Online presentations will take place on the same date and times as the Open House campus event. If you have any questions, please contact PLA at 602-429-1158 or email PLA@west.edu.
Take a look at Capella University's Latest Options
Because you’re connected to Maricopa Community Colleges, you know the value of lifelong learning. Now, discover the power of lunch-long learning—with free, skill-building webinars from Capella University. Check out the latest options.
Maricopa-ASU Pathway Program Spring Deadline
The last day to sign-up students for the 2010-2011 MAPPs is Friday, May 13. Students who sign-up after this date will be placed on the 2011-2012 MAPPs. To access a current list of MAPPS.
Now is the Time for Students to Apply for Financial Aid at Arizona State University
At ASU, financial support is available in the form of scholarships, grants, Federal Work-Study, loans and other private sources. Many students, regardless of income, can qualify for some form of financial aid. In fact, more than 70 percent of all ASU students receive some form of financial assistance every year. It is important for students to apply early to maximize their financial aid packaging opportunities.
Transfer students may also save on college costs through a variety of means. MAPPs provide a cost-effective pathway to the bachelor's degree with no loss of credit, and high-achieving students are eligible for the Alliance Merit Scholarship. Transfer students are also eligible to apply for nearly 100 other scholarships at the university. For a listing of these scholarship applications and deadlines, please visit ASU's Transfer Scholarship website. Additionally, students who already selected a major may be eligible for scholarships related to their specific degree program.
Introducing the Academic Achievement Scholarship
Your achievements could reduce your tuition.
Kaplan University’s Academic Achievement Scholarship is available to eligible new undergraduate students enrolled in accounting, arts and sciences, business, criminal justice, health sciences, IT, legal studies, and eligible students who enroll in the BS in Nursing program. This merit-based scholarship can reduce undergraduate tuition by 20 percent* for qualified Kaplan University students for each term they are eligible to receive the award. To learn more, visit cc.kaplan.edu or call 866.397.9456
*Additional terms and conditions apply. Contact your Financial Aid Advisor for further details. Scholarship awards and eligibility requirements are subject to change. Tuition reduction is subject to change in the event of a decrease in credit hour price for undergraduate programs. Scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other Kaplan University discount, voucher, or scholarship.
Grand Canyon University - Small Classes, Big Opportunities
Grand Canyon University is a great place for transfer students looking for a school to meet their unique needs. GCU offers intentionally-small class sizes, which give students the opportunity to work closely with faculty members on a regular basis. With a small student population, it is easy to feel right at home. With a vibrant commuter community and active student life, GCU has something for everyone! At GCU, we realize that it’s important for students to save time and money. When you’re ready to transfer, an Admissions Counselor will guide you through each step of the process. Up to 84 credits can be applied to an undergraduate program at GCU and students have the option to take courses at our Phoenix campus or online. GCU also offers transfer scholarships, on-campus jobs and other opportunities. To find out more about transferring to GCU, call 800-800-9776 or visit transfercenter.gcu.edu.
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