Introducing the Champlain College trued Alliance: An Overview for Federal Employees

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1 Introducing the Champlain College trued Alliance: An Overview for Federal Employees

2 Agenda Introduc)on Overview of Champlain College Online Learning at Champlain College What is trued trued Subscrip)on Levels truedfed Portal Tour How to Apply Ques)ons

3 Christa Hagan Admissions Outreach Manager

4 Role of Federal Higher EducaBon Alliances Facilitate opportuni)es for Federal employees to: Access an affordable higher educa)on experience. Acquire essen)al skills and knowledge cri)cal to mission success. Enhance career opportuni)es within the Federal Government.

5 Overview of Champlain College Founded in 1878, located in Burlington, VT with campuses in Montreal, Quebec & Dublin, Ireland. Career- driven approach to higher educa)on. Educa)ng adult learners online since Regionally accredited. Serves online adult learners and campus- based students.* * trued pricing is available only for 100% online programs through Champlain College Online.

6 Why Champlain College? Aligned with Government: Online degree and cer)ficate programs closely align with mission- cri)cal and high- risk skills areas. NaBonally recognized and regionally accredited: Consistently recognized by US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and more. Top- rated cybersecurity programs: Designa)ons from the NSA, DHS, USAF/DC3; named the #1 cybersecurity higher educa)on program by SC Magazine. trued: Our signature subscrip)on model makes tui)on seriously affordable for Federal civilian employees.

7 Our Approach To Adult Learning Coursework en)rely online Competency- based learning: maximized credits/experience Prac))oner- taught courses relevant to current prac)ces Emphasis on technical knowledge and in- demand sob skills: o Problem solving & cri)cal thinking o Communica)on & collabora)on o Adaptability & crea)vity

8 Resources for Online Learners A dedicated academic advisor. 24/7 online tutoring through SmartThinking. Academic coaches who support you via phone and . 24/7 technical support in the online classroom. Library with vast digital collec)on and research librarians available via chat. Quality assurance professionals ensure a dynamic experience in the classroom.

9 Tour of Champlain s Online Learning System, Canvas

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18 "Studying at Champlain College was a long- sought opportunity for me to get a formal and complete educa)on in IT. I appreciated the school's set- up and environment. The small class sizes allowed beger and easier interac)on with the professors, and the excellent online class system all allowed me to work and study full )me. "I think that Champlain College is an excellent choice for full- )me working adults like me. Chris)an N. BS, Network Security & Administra)on

19 EducaBon SoluBons from Champlain Undergraduate & graduate cer)ficates: o As ligle as 12 months to develop a new competency. o Competency areas span business, accoun)ng, cybersecurity, human resources and more. Bachelor s degrees: o Comprised of both professional and general educa)on courses directly applicable to agency work. o Integrated Studies program allows for significant customiza)on for your background, experiences and career goals. Master s degrees: o Ideal for cul)va)ng future agency leadership. o Accelerated program op)on (MS in Execu)ve Leadership) is earned in only one year.

20 What is trued? A higher educa)on alliance between OPM and Champlain College for Federal civilian employees, their spouse and adult dependents. Over 50 high quality online cer)ficates, bachelor s degrees and master s degrees in today s most cri)cal skills areas. Seriously affordable: earn a degree or cer)ficate at up to 70% less than our standard tui)on. No large upfront tui)on payments - pay via monthly subscrip)on. Federal and state financial aid may be used to pay monthly subscrip)on.

21 Bachelor s Degree SubscripBon OpBons Basic SubscripBon Plus SubscripBon Prime SubscripBon $250 per month $300 per month $400 per month 2 courses per semester 1 each 7- week term 3 courses per semester Over two 7- week terms 4 courses per semester 2 each 7- week term 6 courses per year 9 courses per year 12 courses per year Earn a bachelor s degree for less than $12,000 or a cer)ficate for $3,000 Earn a bachelor s degree for less than $10,000 Earn a bachelor s degree for less than $10,000 * The cost of a bachelor's degree was calculated using an average transfer credit amount of 45 credit hours. Bachelor's degrees are 120 credit hours, subtracting 45 credit hours leaves 75 credit hours which is 25 courses.

22 Master s Degree SubscripBon OpBons Prime SubscripBon ExecuBve SubscripBon * $400 per month $800 per month Online master s degree programs, except the MS in Execu)ve Leadership One, 6- credit course per 8 week session, 6 consecu)ve sessions 1 course per 8- week session 6 courses per year 6 courses per year One- year, full- )me program Earn a master s degree for $11,000 Earn a master s degree for $9,600 * Currently available for the MS in Executive Leadership only.

23 Select Programs Meet Mission- CriBcal Needs DISCIPLINE CREDENTIAL Cybersecurity Human Resource Management Accoun)ng Management Informa)on Systems MBA Health Care Administra)on Health Informa)on Technology Cer)ficate, Bachelor s Degree Cer)ficate, Business Bachelor s with an HR concentra)on Cer)ficates, Bachelor s Degree Bachelor s Degree Master s Degree Cer)ficate, Bachelor s & Master s Degree Bachelor s Degree

24 Federal Employee Web Portal Tour We created a Web portal where Federal employees can find all the informa)on necessary to get started in trued at Champlain College.

25 How To Apply Visit the Admission & Tui)on page on the champlain.edu/truedfed portal Review the applica)on checklist for applica)on requirements and )ps Click on Champlain Online App, create an account, and begin the applica)on Contact us if you have ques)ons at or

26 What You Need to Apply For a Bachelor s Degree: A great admissions rep to answer your ques)ons A completed online applica)on Resume Short answer responses Transcripts

27 Transferring Credits Transfer in up to 90 credits toward a bachelor s degree Credits from prior college experience Professional trainings/cer)fica)ons Waivers/subs)tu)ons CLEP and NCCRS Test- out

28 What You Need to Apply For a Master s Degree: A great admissions rep to answer your ques)ons A completed online applica)on Resume Leger of Recommenda)on Essay Transcripts

29 ApplicaBon Deadlines & Start Dates ApplicaBon Deadline July 31 September 28 Start Date August 24 for Master s Programs* August 31 for Bachelor s Programs October 26 * The MS in Execu)ve Leadership starts August 31

30 QuesBons? Visit champlain.edu/truedfed Call