Discover DeVry University a Guide for Adult Learners

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1 Discover DeVry University a Guide for Adult Learners

2 Begin with the end in mind your career Now s an exciting time. You ve made the decision to go back to school to complete your college degree program and earn the credentials needed to help advance your career. Begin your journey with the end in mind. Adding the right degree to your resumé can help you launch a new career or advance to a new position with greater responsibility and rewards. When you have what employers want, you can do the things you love and, better yet, get paid for it. DeVry University has been helping students become professionals since Everything we offer from our year-round academic calendar that enables you to complete a four-year degree program in as few as three years with full-time year-round enrollment, with both on-campus and online classes, to our professional development resources and networking opportunities is focused on getting graduates where they want to go. Read on to learn how you can join the ranks of more than 250,000 DeVry University graduates since 1975 who have put their education to work for them. Career-focused education, working for 80 years To say DeVry University is passionate about careers is an understatement. From our founding in 1931, we ve been focused on delivering real-world career education. Dr. Herman and Dr. Lee de Forest introduced the technique of visual education while concentrating course offerings in emerging technologies and preparing students to meet the changing needs of the marketplace. Their trailblazing approach paved the way for DeVry University s current experiential learning technique. From our technical training origins, DeVry University has evolved into an accredited university with five colleges of study, and its Keller Graduate School of Management. We have worked closely with industry leaders to build market-driven degree programs. This helps to ensure that graduates can be prepared to meet the challenges of today s global marketplace

3 The DeVry University Difference A market-driven approach to education Since our inception, DeVry University s approach to learning has helped to set us apart. Our degree programs are career-focused. This means you can develop the teamwork, problem-solving and communication skills needed to thrive in a variety of industries and environments. We call it experiential education and it s designed to help you gain the skills and experience you need. From day one at DeVry University, you can be enrolled in courses that are in your field of interest. Even your general education classes can be geared toward your career. Your assignments can mirror what you could be doing in the real world, from lab work that simulates today s work environments, to Senior Projects that can give you the opportunity to address actual business needs for real companies. So by the time you graduate, you can have learned the theory and how to apply it in the workplace because you ve been doing it all along. An accredited institution of higher learning DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC/NCA), The University s Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. The HLC is one of eight regional agencies that accredit U.S. colleges and universities at the institutional level; is recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation; and accredits approximately one-third of U.S. regionally accredited public and private institutions. Accreditation provides assurance to the public and to prospective students that standards of quality have been met. DeVry University is a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, a national advocate and institutional voice for self-regulation of academic quality through accreditation. CHEA, an association of 3,000 degree-granting colleges and universities, recognizes 60 institutional and programmatic accrediting organizations. DeVry University at a glance: Associate, bachelor s and master s degree programs offered through five colleges of study within the University Real-world, career-focused programs designed with input from industry leaders Regional accreditation, a significant mark of institutional quality and integrity Flexibility to attend class on campus, online or both More than $75 million in DeVry University scholarships offered for the award year to those who qualify More than 80,000 students at 85+ U.S. locations

4 The DeVry University Experience There s more to DeVry University than meets the eye Your college experience is as much about gaining the skills to advance your career as it is about making connections. DeVry University offers a wide range of ways for you to network with people as well as opportunities that can positively influence the path of your career: Instructors with relevant experience in your career field of interest A dedicated team of academic advisors to help you stay on track An opportunity to work on a real assignment for a real company before you graduate DeVry University provides you with the opportunity to complete a comprehensive Senior Project. This is your chance to put your knowledge into practice, applying the business, technical and problem-solving skills taught in class to a real-world assignment for a real client in your field of interest. You can gain the relevant, professional experience that employers seek in DeVry University graduates. It s experience like this that can help you stand out in interviews and in your field. Network with like-minded individuals Chapters of numerous professional organizations are active on DeVry University campuses system-wide. These organizations offer you opportunities to interact with fellow students and faculty who share your career goals and interests. Here s a sampling of what you may find on your local campus: American Health Information Management Association American Marketing Association Association of Information Technology Professionals Business and Marketing Club IEEE National Association of Black Accountants Project Management Institute Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Society for Human Resource Management Toastmasters (organization advancing public speaking and leadership skills) Students are also encouraged to start their own club. Visit Student Central for more information. Did you know? Upon graduation you receive a complimentary membership to DeVry University s Alumni Association

5 Colleges and Degree Programs Follow your passion at DeVry University DeVry University offers associate, bachelor s and master s degree programs that can provide credentials needed in career fields such as accounting, information systems security, health information technology, web design and multimedia development, and human resource management. Our degree programs are offered through five colleges of study. Once you ve decided on a program of study, you can take courses within the college that offers that degree program. In addition, you may have the opportunity to complete elective courses that may be offered outside your specific college. And every DeVry University student takes general education courses within the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. In the end, you can graduate with a well-rounded education that features the practical skills and professional capabilities of your specific field. The next few pages provide an overview of DeVry University s colleges and the degree programs currently offered. For specific details about each college or degree program, visit devry.edu. College of Business & Management Associate degree Accounting Accounting Business Administration (14 specializations) Management (15 specializations) Technical Management (16 specializations) Master s degrees Accounting Accounting & Financial Management (3 emphases) Business Administration (16 concentrations) Human Resource Management Project Management Public Administration (3 emphases) In my experience, DeVry students who come to our company are extremely well-rounded. They have the two things we look for most: technical expertise as well as business acumen. Laura Studwell, Recruiting Manager, Chicago Office Technology Group College of Engineering & Information Sciences Associate degrees Electronics & Computer Technology Network Systems Administration Biomedical Engineering Technology Computer Engineering Technology Computer Information Systems (9 specializations) Electronics Engineering Technology (1 specialization) Engineering Technology Computers* Engineering Technology Electronics* (4 specializations) Game & Simulation Programming Network & Communications Management Master s degrees Electrical Engineering Information Systems Management (10 concentrations) Network & Communications Management (6 concentrations) * Online Only Graduate certificates (14 options)

6 College of Health Sciences Going to DeVry was the best decision I ever made. I got on the right track sooner than all my friends. I ve had four promotions, and I know I can go even further. Amanda Tameling, Alumnus, Computer Information Systems Associate degrees Neurodiagnostic Technology (North Brunswick only) Health Information Technology Clinical Laboratory Science Healthcare Administration (2 specializations) If you re interested in a career in healthcare management or technology, DeVry University s College of Engineering & Information Sciences offers two bachelor s degree programs that may interest you: Biomedical Engineering Technology and Computer Information Systems with a specialization in Health Information Systems. Also, through bachelor s degree programs in the College of Business & Management, you can focus your studies on Health Services Management or Health Information Management. College of Media Arts & Technology College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Communications (4 specializations) Justice Administration (5 specializations) Master s degrees Education (4 concentrations) Educational Technology Graduate certificates (5 options) Curriculum Leadership Educational Leadership Educational Technology Educational Technology Leadership Higher Education Leadership Associate degree Web Graphic Design Multimedia Design & Development (4 specializations) If you d like to approach this career path from a different direction, you can also pursue a bachelor s degree in Game & Simulation Programming, or specializations in Web Game Programming and Web Development and Administration, all of which are housed in DeVry University s College of Engineering & Information Sciences.

7 Flexible Scheduling I wanted to get in and out of college so I could move on to bigger and better things. DeVry Alexander Hales, Alumnus, Network & Communications Management pushes you to stay focused so you can do that. Earn your degree on campus, online or both We realize your time is precious. And we also know education is critical to your success. Therefore, DeVry University makes courses accessible when and where you want them. Take the first step by enrolling at any of DeVry University s 85+ U.S. locations. Most of our degree programs are also offered online, so you can study from anywhere at any time. You decide what works best for you. Take classes on campus, online or both, with an accredited university * and the assurance of a proven university education. Plus, you can choose to attend days, evenings or weekends. A bachelor s degree from DeVry University can be earned in as few as eight semesters of full-time study or fewer, if you enter with qualifying transfer credits from a previous college experience. But how long it takes you to finish is your choice. By taking classes year round with full-time enrollment, you can graduate in as few as three years and put your education to work for you sooner. But if you need a little more time for instance, if work and family demands arise it s no problem. Our courses are offered in eight-week sessions, which helps to give you the flexibility to design your schedule to accommodate your life. To find the DeVry University location nearest you, or to learn more about attending online, visit keller.devry.edu today. * DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools,

8 Financial Aid Don t let financial concerns prevent you from going to college We understand how overwhelming the cost of a college education can seem. But there are ways to make it more affordable. Financial aid is money that is given or loaned to qualified students to help pay for various expenses, including tuition, books and supplies. This money can come from many sources: scholarships and grants, the government, the private sector, your employer and even from DeVry University. Some types of financial aid, such as grants and scholarships, don t need to be repaid. There are many financing options to consider: DeVry loans DeVry University scholarships Employer tuition reimbursement Federal grants Federal loans Federal Work-Study Private loans Private scholarships State-funded grants and scholarships Veteran s benefits DeVry University s financial aid professionals can help you create a personalized plan for funding your education and identify sources of aid for which you may qualify. We can even help you complete the application process. Visit devry.edu for complete details about financing options that may be available to you, or contact your nearest DeVry University location to speak to a student finance professional. Did you know? If you re currently working, your employer may provide tuition reimbursement

9 Visit keller.devry.edu or call For comprehensive consumer information visit devry.edu/studentconsumerinfo In New York, DeVry University operates as DeVry College of New York. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), The University s Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. DeVry is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. DeVry University is authorized for operation by the THEC, Nashville Campus Perimeter Hill Dr., Nashville, TN Program availability varies by location DeVry Educational Development Corp. All rights reserved /14 6k