ADULT LEARNING VERITY COLLEGE EDUCATION

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1 ADULT LEARNING VERITY COLLEGE EDUCATION Program Overview veritycollegeeducation.org

2 What Is Verity? Imagine a college education program where knowing Jesus Christ is the goal, and sharing God s love is the mission. Created in 2001 to provide a way for students to affordably obtain a fully accredited degree while also strengthening their faith, Verity College Education has become a leader in innovative Christian education. With a campus located in Indianapolis, Indiana, as well as structured online learning opportunities, Verity is committed to providing quality education that is both flexible and affordable. Looking for a place to know and grow? Consider Verity. A Modular Approach: Study One Thing at a Time Verity uses a modular method to help you retain information and study efficiently. Instead of taking multiple classes over several months, for the majority of your degree, you will focus on just one subject at a time for a few weeks. With dynamic classes, online resources, and Verity-developed curriculum to help you master the subject matter, each course builds toward your degree. How Valuable is Your Time? As a Verity student, you ll earn the same degree as those gained by your peers attending any state or private college. However, Verity provides an efficient way for you to earn your fully accredited bachelor s degree using dynamic classes and credit by examination, all from a Biblical perspective. Spending less time in college leaves you with more time for ministry, career, and life! Christ-Centered Focus Enduring spiritual growth comes only from the Lord. Verity desires to cultivate this growth through an emphasis on personal time in the Bible and prayer, chapel services, group Bible studies, and personal discipleship. 2

3 Degree Overview Eighty percent of Verity students successfully finish their degrees in two to three years! Whether you intend to pursue a career in business, politics, full-time ministry, or simply wish to further your studies, Verity offers a variety of options that can help you reach your goals, all while fortifying foundational Biblical values. Offered Degrees Business General Management* Communications English History Humanities Bible Liberal Studies* * Associate s degree option also available 3

4 Take Full Control of Your Degree Tailored to Your Needs Interested in changing job directions or looking to get a promotion? Want to further your education and unlock more opportunities for yourself? Verity s Adult Learning Program (ALP) helps you pursue the degree you need in a way that fits in with your current schedule and financial obligations. Designed especially for adults ages 18 and older who already have existing careers, family responsibilities, or involvement in other areas, ALP maximizes flexibility for the learner, allowing you to balance your academic goals with your current commitments. Enroll at Any Time ALP students can sign up ten months out of the year (excluding May and November) and begin classes as early as the beginning of the next month. Once enrolled, students work with a Verity academic advisor to map out their class schedule and navigate the courses they will face while pursuing their desired degree. Students also set their own pace speed up or slow down your course load to fit your schedule! Already Have Credits? If you already have credits from previously completed courses, Verity can help you complete your degree in an even shorter time frame. Submit your application on our website online for a degree audit by our advisors and find out how to jump start finishing your associate s or bachelor s degree! 4

5 What Does It Cost? Is college worth it? Most conventional college students ask this question as they pay off their student loans for decades after finishing school. In contrast, Verity allows you to earn the same degree and gain vital life training, all for a fraction of the cost of a typical college program. Several flexible payment options are available: Enrollment Fee (choose one) Annual Enrollment $2,750* 6-Month Enrollment $1,575* Instruction Fee (choose one) Per Class Instruction $307 Per Term Instruction (The typical 21-month bachelor s program has 7 terms) $1,497 Prices are subject to change without notice. * Does not include testing fees or accreditation fees. Fees vary by degree. 5

6 Other Opportunities at Verity Film Workshop Explore the exhilarating world of filmmaking in this exclusive workshop series by Verity Academy of the Arts! This workshop series will enable you to: Write scripts effectively Understand lighting and audio techniques Utilize film and production equipment Distribute your completed film Culinary Arts Workshop Do the elegance and style of culinary arts intrigue you? Learn the secrets of this exquisite art in this delightful workshop series. Join our instructor in mastering: Gourmet culinary techniques Delectable recipes made simple Professional standards for commercial kitchens 6

7 Frequently Asked Questions What s the difference between Verity s programs? Program Benefits Campus Experience Distance Learning Adult Learning In-state tuition rates with Thomas Edison State College Yes Yes Yes 21-month degree program option Yes Yes Yes Associate s degree options Yes Yes Yes Available degrees Academic schedule Structured Flexible Studentdriven 2-week study modules for tests Yes Yes Flexible Personal academic advising Yes Yes Yes Class instruction from a Biblical perspective Live Online Online Course study tools (study guides, PowerPoints, worksheets, quizzes, practice tests, and more) Class handouts, Online Online Online Tutoring Live On request Graded homework Yes On request 7

8 Public speaking training in weekly Symposium Live Limited Biblical Worldview Application Portfolio (BWAP) Yes Yes Access to Verity s on-campus library Yes Shipped Testing center and proctoring fees On-campus, waived Local, ~$25/test Local, ~$25/test Christ-centered community of students and staff Live Online Option to come on campus Yes Yes Senior missions trip opportunity Yes Yes How do you get a 4-year bachelor s degree in 2 years? Our academic advisors create templates for each student, depending on his or her desired academic focus, and organize a custom schedule to fit the student s needs. General education credits are earned through CLEP and DSST exams. Upper-level credits needed to fulfill the requirements of the student s major are gained through additional exams and online courses offered by various colleges and universities across the nation. These credits are then compiled with their general education requirements to comprise the necessary 120 credits for a completed undergraduate degree. Through Verity s innovative approach, students can obtain the same regionally-accredited bachelor s degree as their peers in half the time of conventional, 4-year schools! 8

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