The typical online student differs greatly from your straight out of high school, 18-22 year old, traditional college students. You are most likely working full-time, managing a family, and/or in certain extenuating circumstances that prohibit you from attending a traditional college.  With this in mind, we decided to write an article that provides helpful study tips for students currently enrolled in (or will soon be starting) an online program.

1. Master Time Management

In your situation effective time management can mean the difference between a successful college career and a stress-plagued, overworked nightmare. Realize the nature of your undertaking – you are exerting yourself on all fronts (work, home, school, and other), and will be expected to do the best you can in each of them. Without the right time management and time allocation strategy, things can start heading south real fast.

Successful time management begins with an overview of all your commitments and figuring out the exact amount of time you will have to devote to your academics. Do this for a weekly basis. Make a study schedule, keep it flexible, and stick to it as much as possible. The ideal way to do this would be to use a calendar  Divide your time into blocks. Try to schedule your study time when you know you will have some peace and quiet.

2. Familiarize Yourself With the Course

Getting thoroughly familiar with your classes and courses can aid you substantially in making your study time as effective as possible. Course familiarity includes two things:

- The first thing to do is to read through the syllabus and curriculum outline very closely. Know what you are getting yourself into. Understand the requirements of the course, and plan your study schedules according to it.

- Browse through the course page and familiarize yourself with all the layout, the different sections, software requirements, and additional purchases or installations. Click on as many tabs as you can and find out what they are there for. Look through the links posted, the readings to download, and other class related documents or media.

3. Immerse Yourself

This goes back to the time issue. Time is a limited (and the most important) commodity to consider. Immerse yourself completely when you are studying. Make it a point to understand the reading or the video or the audio recording as thoroughly as you can. Do your own research online.Also look for additional readings and other resources that can further help you.

The whole point of this immersion is simple – learn it once and learn it well. If you are distracted while working (watching unrelated videos, listening to music, or the other hundred things that you could be doing), that time is wasted. If you have an especially busy schedule, studying in this manner can only serve to hurt your grades and academic experience.

4. Be Active – Ask Questions and Participate

The very nature of online learning creates a gap that makes it a little difficult to have a proper student-professor interaction. However, initiative on your side can go a long way in bridging this gap. Do not be a passive student who only participates in discussions to the extent required or communicates with professors to submit due assignments. Be active – as active as you can. Make it a point to let your professor know you exist and that you care about his or her class and what he has to teach you. Ask as many questions as you have to.

Actively participate in the discussion board. Assist other students. You will notice that when you have to type a response to someone, you will take much more care in phrasing your sentences and words, thereby assisting you in attaining a clearer understanding of the topic as well. Assisting other students when you can also makes the possibility of reciprocity that much greater.

5. Plan for the Semester and Start Early

This ties in with time management and course familiarity. Look for the workload in the each class. Create a semester map for each class with the exam dates, due dates for major projects, and submission of all other assignments marked out clearly. This will allow you to see the chokepoints of the semester – the few days or a week where your workload and stress will increase substantially. Take immediate steps to address this issue.

Start working on research papers (figuring out a topic, the initial research, etc.). See if there are any reading assignments or video clips you can get started on. The beginning of the semester usually moves at a slow pace, and you should definitely take advantage of these first few weeks. This will help you considerably as the semester moves along and the workload increases considerably.

6. Other General Advice

- Be Organized: Keep separate folders for each class. Divide it by week and the type of assignment. You will find this to be very useful when you have to look for particular files.

- Stay away from distractions while studying: Please do not watch American Idol or Jersey Shore or listen to Lady Gaga while reading about the structure and function of the nervous system. They really do not go together. Studying on your computer offers you an abundance of opportunities to research and explore the topic in much greater detail; it also presents an equal number of opportunities to stray as far away from the topic as possible

- Learn the software early: If your class requires the use of specialized software (online or offline), dive into it right away. The more you know, the better you will be able to exploit it.

- Stay focused – Distance learning at times will be tough. Do not get discouraged and stay focused. If a particular week does not go as planned, simply brush it off and move along.

- Talk it out with your family – Make them understand your commitment and tell them what it is like to be in your shoes.

So there you have it. We certainly hope these tips help you. If there are any questions or comments, please do let us know. Also check out this article on practical steps for selecting your classes. We are certain you will find it useful.

As a college student, there are some serious demands on you. You need to worry about getting good grades, paying for school, social activities, and so many other things. One of the most important things you need to get right are your classes. Too many or too difficult and you are bound to experience high levels of stress. On the other hand, if you just breeze by, it is highly likely that your later semesters will be jam packed with the more difficult and time consuming classes.

This article is intended to serve as a practical guide for choosing classes for any college student facing the demands of college life.

1. Make a list of all required classes

This should always be your first step, whether it’s your first semester in college or your last. Every college has core classes (mandatory classes such as English, math, 1-2 classes of natural science, classes for social science, and other) and every major requires you take certain specific, focused classes. Know your quota and always be mindful of the fact that if you do not complete these requirements, you will not graduate.

I would suggest using an Excel Spreadsheet (or something similar) to keep track of all classes taken and remaining. This will make it easier for you to plan classes as you will know precisely what you need to finish.

2. Honestly Gauge Your Time Commitment

Here comes the difficult part. In order to prevent stress, burnout, and the subsequent consequences, it is important that you know how much time you will be able to devote to academics. If you work, it’d be a good idea to talk to your supervisor about what upcoming projects that you will be a part of. If you are married, you should talk to your spouse about getting things done around the house.

Sit down and list all the things that will take time away from schoolwork – a wedding in another that you have to go to, driving your kids to soccer practice, spending Sundays with the family – whatever it may be. Try to anticipate as many things as possible. Of course, there can always be unforeseen circumstances. The point here is not to make a detailed schedule of your entire semester; rather it is find out just how much time can you realistically expect to spend on classes.

3. Browse through the academic catalog

Do this to see what classes are being offered for the particular semester. Browse through the catalog and make a list of all those classes that are needed, required classes (your core and major classes). Also look to see if there are any classes that really interest you and would fit into your electives.

4. Talk to your Academic Advisor

Now that you know your required classes, your time commitment, and the classes you are interested in, talk to your academic advisor about the different options you have. Ask them about the different combinations of classes you could take, the difficulty of classes, the reputation of the particular professor, the usefulness of a class (this is for electives). Ask for their overall input – this will give you a new perspective in selecting classes.

5. The Actual Selection

Armed with the knowledge you have, it is now time to make your final selection. Keep the following in mind:

- Include both your core and major classes – try to get as many of these out of the way as fast as possible. This will make you less stressed about graduation and leave a semester or two for elective classes.
- Keep a balance – don’t take all easy classes or all difficult classes. Have an assortment whereby you are able to juggle the classes within your allotted time commitment.
- Take interesting classes. If you are not sure about a particular class, sign up for it and check it out. Read the syllabus, explore the curriculum, and talk to the professors about the learning objectives and expectations. If it doesn’t work out for you, get out of the class and pick a new one.

Selecting the right classes is important for your academic success. Make sure you think thoroughly when planning for classes and spend enough time looking at your options. If you do it right, your semester will go by much smoother.

Capella has a systematic and simplified application process for interested potential students. It can be completed online, and depending on your degree, requires no extraneous documents or supporting materials.

The Application Process

1. Meet the admission requirements (detailed below)
2. Create an account by filling out the “Getting Started” section of your Capella application form.
3. Complete your application. The application asks for your educational history, work experiences, and other relevant information.
4. Pay the $50 application fee and submit your application
5. Request your transcripts and have them sent to Capella.

After evaluation, an enrollment counselor will call you to introduce you to Capella University and to discuss academics, financial aid, student resources, and other relevant matters. You will be notified of your offer of admission through that phone call as well as through an email.

Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Students

1. Age – Bachelor degree applicants must be at least 24 years old.
2. Prior Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor degree applicants are required to have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- There are no GPA requirements
- Applicants applying to BSN must have either an associate’s degree in nursing or a diploma in nursing with 2.00 GPA from an institution accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
3. The RN-BSN program requires a RN License Verification as well as a Work Experience Acknowledgement Form
4. Testing – Applicants who do not have any transfer credits must successfully complete a university-approved exam.
5. Each student must sign the Acknowledgement Agreement.

Admission Requirements for Graduate Students

1. Prior Educational Requirements:
- Master degree applicants require a prior Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.30 GPA
- Doctoral degree applicants require a prior Masters degree with at least a 3.00 GPA
2. Supporting Materials:
- Applications of graduate students will need to include some combination of supporting materials depending on the degree level and desired specialization. Materials include letters of recommendation, resumes or CV’s, writing samples, Goal Statement, interviews with appropriate faculty, and other requirements. For a complete list of required supporting materials, please refer to table of page 2 of the admissions guide.
3. GRE, GMAT, or other graduate school admission tests are not required.
4. Each student must sign the Acknowledge Agreement.

Additional Admission Requirements for International Students

1. English Language Proficiency All students are required to demonstrate English language proficiency. International applicants are required to take one of these tests:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – minimum score of 550
- Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) – minimum score of 80
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – minimum score of 6.5
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) – minimum score of 59
2. Transcript Evaluation – All international transcripts must be evaluated by either an approved evaluation agency (see list) or by Capella University ($100 fee)

Now that you have made the decision to pursue online education and obtain an online degree, your next step is getting accepted. This article covers the enrollment process at DeVry University. As you’ll see, the process is quite straightforward – DeVry has a very simple application and enrollment process.

The Application Process

1. Meet the admission requirements (detailed below).
2. Complete and submit your application. You can do this either online (takes about 10 minutes) or you can download a hard-copy version and mail it in.
3. Pay your $50 application fee.
4. Request your official transcripts and have them sent to DeVry

Upon submission, your application will be reviewed. An admissions representative will contact you to discuss academics, financial aid, careers, and student resources. If accepted, you will be invited to attend an orientation session.

Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Students

1. Interview – In order to be granted unconditional admission to DeVry, every potential student must interview with a DeVry admissions advisor.

2. Age – Prospective students must be at least 17 years old

3. Prior Educational Performance – Applicants must fulfill one of the following criteria:

- Already earned a qualifying associate degree or higher from a DeVry-approved post-secondary institution
- Already completed an appropriate amount of qualifying college-level coursework from a DeVry-approved post-secondary institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0
- Graduated from a U.S. high school at 50th percentile or above OR a GPA of 2.70 – AND have an average of at least B (80) in a full year math course at the Algebra I level or above
- Successfully obtained the GED diploma

4. Basic and Prerequisite Skills – Applicants must fulfill one of the following criteria:

- Submit ACT or SAT exam scores. Qualifying scores are: ACT Math – 17; ACT English – 17; SAT Math – 460; SAT Verbal – 460.
- Attain qualifying scores on DeVry placement exams
- Submit required documentation showing acceptable grades in prior completed coursework from an approved institution

5. Meet the program requirements of certain degree programs. The list can be found here.

Admission Requirements for Graduate Students

1. Interview – In order to be granted unconditional admission to DeVry, every potential student must interview with a DeVry admissions advisor.

2. Prior Education:

- To be eligible for admission, an application must have a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.7 / 4.0
- If the GPA is lower than 2.7, applicants must receive acceptable scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), or a DeVry administered test.

3. Meet other program specific requirements as outlined in the Graduate Catalog.

Additional Admission Requirements for International Students

DeVry has additional admission requirements for its international students:

1. Provide certified copies demonstrating completion of required prior education. The copies should be in English.
2. Provide documents that show financial support for tuition and living expenses
3. Meet English-language proficiency requirements

Art & Design is a wonderful industry to be a part of. It is exciting and creative and over 60% of artists and designers are their own boss. I’m sure that sounds nice to everyone, but unfortunately, not all of us are cut out to be designers. I for one, am no artist. By no stretch of my own animation could I convince myself that I am some kind of artist. It takes a certain skill set that not everyone has.

There needs to be an eye for creativity, I’m blind in creativity. You need to know how to organize your projects and manage them in a way that you can be the most effective. You have to work as a team member, and so much more. Our friends at Classes and Careers have created a SlideShare presentation dealing with the 11 Top Skills Needed to Work in the Art & Design Industry. Check it out, and see what you need to be a truly successful designer.

11 Skills Needed in the Art & Design Industry – Presentation Transcript

1. creativity
the need for creativity in this field should go without saying

2.passion
“loving it” is an understatement

3. project
management
meeting expectations and deadlines
It’s not what you know but who you know

4. networking

5. style
your unique approach to design is recognizable
finding “rational” solutions for problems

6. critical thinking

7. communication
effectively articulating your concept and ideas

8.tech
knowledge
proficient in modern technology

9. collaboration
teamwork isn’t optional

10. be your own
business
BOSS
most artists are self-employed

11. business
sense
be able to market your skills

Many of America’s military servicemen and women feel it is important to incorporate their Christian beliefs into everything they do and Grand Canyon University (GCU) understands and respects this perspective. Since 2008, Grand Canyon has maintained a Military Division which focuses exclusively on military learners in their institution.

Veterans helping Active Duty, Reserve, Guard, veterans and their families

At GCU, when it was time to devote more attention and support to military students, the administration decided it was best to provide support from others who understand and have experienced the difficult and unique needs a military lifestyle presents to students seeking higher education. Career advancement, both inside the military as well as after a military career is concluded, is one of the most important aspects of any service member’s life.

Discounts for tuition make a degree achievable for most military learners

Respective and reflective of GCU’s commitment to America’s warriors, the school has implemented a tuition plan which, when combined with some of the military benefits available to active duty, veterans, and their family members, can cover the out-of-pocket costs for tuition for online learners:

• Undergraduate Active Duty and Active Reserve ………..$250 per credit hour
• Graduate Active Duty & Active Reserve …………………..$385 per credit hour

Active Duty learners benefit from US Government assistance programs

When a service member makes the decision to go to school, the government provides opportunities and programs which reduce and/or eliminate the costs of tuition for active duty enrollees:

• Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty (MGIB)
• Tuition Assistance “Top Up” program
• Military training considered for college credit
• Credit for College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and DANTES (DSST)
• Yellow Ribbon Program Participant
• Member of Servicemembers Opportunities Colleges (SOC)

And for Veterans, GCU covers all the bases

Veterans and their family members receive support from the Military Division at GCU through the following government programs:

• Department of Veterans Affairs – Educational Benefits
• Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
• Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
• Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA)
• Post 9/11 GI Bill
• Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)

Online courses that result in valuable degrees

Each of the colleges at Grand Canyon University provide high quality curriculum and experienced, knowledgeable faculty with real world insights and the skills needed to provide distance learners with the best academic preparation. The colleges at GCU include:

• Ken Blanchard College of Business
• College of Nursing & Health Sciences
• College of Education
• College of Liberal Arts
• College of Fine Arts & Productions
• College of Doctoral Studies

Regional Accreditation and important accreditation for Business school

Grand Canyon University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. The Ken Blanchard College of Business is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) to offer the following business degrees:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Accounting, Business Administration, and Marketing.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Accreditation by ACBSP is granted to only a handful of online business schools throughout America and represents an important valuation by professionals in higher education.

For Christians, Grand Canyon is a unique learning environment

Focusing on Christian values and lifestyle choices, Grand Canyon University has created a learning experience for America’s military students which understands the desire for spiritual support while attending college online. By providing a Military Division to help military students succeed, GCU has demonstrated its respect and desire to honor those who currently serve and have served America.

Experience GCU for Yourself

Get in contact with a special military advisor at GCU today.

Not all students are the same and Full Sail University understands military learners are a separate discipline in the student body. Military students come from active duty, training National Guard and Reserve units, veterans who have concluded their service, and family members, spouses and dependants, who desire a quality education that supports their unique lifestyle and choices.

Help to navigate the maze of military programs, benefits, and paperwork

When military students make the decision to begin the educational journey, they need help and support to get through the variety of programs, qualifications, documents, and processes for service members to receive the benefits they’ve earned. Full Sail’s dedicated Military Admissions Representative can cut through the red tape, quickly identifying pertinent and applicable programs for each military learner.

Full Sail provides the education military learners expect

When it comes time for a military student to enroll in classes, they know the process won’t end when they receive their diploma. Ongoing education and training is a bulwark of the US military and Full Sail supports this philosophy with:

• Over 30 years of experience delivering immersive and innovative education
• Lifetime degree auditing, to keep skills and training up to date
• Lifetime career development assistance
• Veterans’ organization on campus
• A university that believes that each student’s education and future is paramount
• A Military Admissions Department staffed by fellow veterans

Financial Aid that lives in the real world

Most active duty military and veterans use a combination of financial aid and VA benefits to cover tuition and living expenses. Full Sail provides guidance and assistance to military students investigating which programs and benefits are available to help cover the cost of tuition. Full Sail accepts financial support for military students from:

• Military Tuition Assistance
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Post 9-11 GI Bill
• Yellow Ribbon Program

Veterans look to Full Sail to help secure educational benefits

At Full Sail University, the admissions process for veterans is as straightforward and simple as possible. To find out more about the procedures for qualifying and applying for veterans’ benefits, download the highly informative and inclusive V.A. Benefit Guide.

Entertainment Media degree programs that launch successful careers

Targeting every possible discipline within the scope of entertainment media, Full Sail has created a curriculum that supports all students interested in getting an education in the latest and greatest technologies. The online degree programs include:

Associate’s
• Graphic Design
• Recording Engineering
Bachelor’s
• Computer Animation
• Creative Writing for Entertainment
• Digital Arts & Design
• Entertainment Business
• Film
• Game Art
• Game Development
• Music Business
• Recording Arts
• Sports Marketing & Media
• Show Production
• Web Design & Development
Master’s
• Entertainment Business
• Game Design

Full Sail’s tuition includes the cost of textbooks, fees, and materials

The cost of a Full Sail degree program includes expenses such as textbooks, manuals, media, production materials, lab fees, technology fees, and other associated costs except as noted. Students do incur an additional cost (separate from tuition) for the cost of a computer and software, Project LaunchBox, which provides students with a laptop computer and media creation software at deep institutional discounts.

Use Full Sail’s “Pathfinder” to discover the right career path

Entertainment media offers many different careers. With so many options available, Full Sail has developed the Pathfinder application to help students set out on the road toward a rewarding career. Starting with the simplest (and most important) question, “What Are You Into?”, students will be able to learn about different opportunities in their area of interest and find the Full Sail University degree programs that will best help them prepare for a career.

Full Sail is for Military students with entertainment in their blood

Incorporating accelerated learning, 24/7 access to classes and instruction, some of the finest student support services offered in higher education, and industry-leading resources for students and graduates, Full Sail University makes complete sense. Get in contact with a Full Sail military advisor today.

Even before the GI Bill after World War II, Strayer University was offering practical and employable skills to students. Established in 1892, Strayer has educated its students in fields and careers which enhance both learning and earning power.

One of the best institutions for military learners

Strayer University was selected as one of the top military-friendly colleges and universities by Military Advanced Education magazine.

Military learners have online resources before, during, and after school

Strayer takes student support seriously. Military learners have unique and special needs which can only be addressed by trained and experienced professionals. At Strayer, those responsibilities fall to:

• Admissions Officers – help to enroll in school and to receive credit for prior learning, military training, and life experiences.
• Academic Advisors – help to determine a student’s best core curriculum and course of study for career success.
• Business Officers – help accessing grants, scholarships, and other financial aid to make tuition as affordable as possible.
• Learning Resource Center – helps students to write papers, create presentations, conduct research, and complete class work with Learning Specialists and tutors available.
• Career Development Center – help identifying and accessing employment opportunities inside and outside of the military.

Military affiliations helping military learners succeed

An integral part of any military service is the educational benefits which can be derived from serving in America’s armed forces. Strayer recognizes the importance of being in step with all the various service branches’ programs and benefits for military personnel. The following programs and benefits are incorporated into the curriculum and are available to Strayer’s military learners:

• GoArmyEd
• Air University ABC Program
• NCPDLP
• DANTES
• Joint Forces Staff College
• Defense Acquisition University
• ACE
• Servicemembers Opportunity College (SOC)

Active Duty, Guard, Reserves, and Veterans get low-cost or no-cost tuition

At Strayer University, coordinating the benefits available to military students frequently results in the service member’s tuition and other expenses being covered or reimbursed by any one of several benefit programs listed below:

• Department of Veterans Affairs – Educational Benefits
• Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty (MGIB)
• Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
• Tuition Assistance “Top Up” program
• Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
• Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA)
• Post 9/11 GI Bill
• Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)

Courses and degrees that create careers and success

Undergraduate Certificates
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Information Systems
Undergraduate Diplomas
• Accounting
• Acquisition and Contract Management
• Information Systems
Associate of Arts Degrees
• Accounting
• Acquisition and Contract Management
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Economics
• General Studies
• Information Systems
• Marketing
Bachelor’s Degrees
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Economics
• Information Systems
• International Business
Master’s Degrees
• Business Administration
• Education
• Health Services Administration
• Public Administration
• Accounting
• Human Resource Management
• Information Systems
Executive Graduate Certificates
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Information Systems

Regionally accredited programs add value to Strayer’s degree programs

Strayer University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, which is one of the six regional accrediting bodies in the United States. Regional accreditation is valued more highly than national accreditation by most employers and other educational institutions for the high quality of a member school’s faculty, curriculum, and administration.

See what Strayer University can do for military learners

Click here to speak with a military advisor at Strayer University and find out what Strayer can do for you, your education, and your future career.

A couple weeks back I went on a tour of The Art Institutes campus in Salt Lake City to try and get a better idea of what a campus experience was like at an “online university”. I went in thinking it would be much different than a traditional campus and that it would not be the best experience.

To my delight I was proven wrong on almost every aspect of my negativity. I was able to meet great people and find out a lot about the great benefits of attending school at The Art Institute of Salt Lake City.

Small Classes = More Attention

So yeah, it was a small school. I was right about that. But that is one of the greatest benefits to this campus. I talked with a student that let me know classes are no bigger than 25 students. I’m not sure it’s even necessary to explain how much better that is than the sometimes hundreds of students in a class at a traditional university but I’ll go ahead and explain anyway.

With such a small class, you are actually a person, not just a name on a class roster. You can raise your hand and have your question answered without waiting for 50 other hands to go down. Your professor has more time to spend with you if you need help since there is not a line outside his/her office two hours long. You can have great interaction with your fellow students, and you feel more like a class than a congregation. Small classes means a better learning environment for you.

Passionate Professors that Work in their Fields

So you know the saying ‘Those who can’t do, teach?’ Well, at The Art Institutes it’s ‘Those who can do, teach.’ Professors are actually currently employed in the field they teach which means they bring invaluable industry knowledge to the table. They can teach up-to-the-minute industry techniques and make sure you are always ahead of the curve and learning the new tricks of the trade.

The professors are extremely passionate about the topics they teach and are willing to help their students succeed as well. A 23 year old culinary arts student told us about his professor, Chef Kate, that brought levels of enthusiasm to class he never experienced at the traditional university he attended before making the switch.

Chef Kate used molecular biology to teach them how to make new creations while cooking; even how to make fake caviar. She set him up with one of the top chefs in Utah that gave him an opportunity to intern at a glamorous restaurant in Park City. He had been taught so well that he was offered a full-time position at the restaurant and now works there while attending school.

A Student Body with a Small Town Feel

Much to my surprise, every student I talked to was younger like a normal college-aged student. I had expected the campus to be full of more experienced students that were coming back to finish their degree. Most of the students were people looking for a better learning environment than the traditional university or community college they had attended before.

For some reason those schools didn’t work for them. They had all found a place that fit at The Art Institutes.

They all spoke very highly of the school, especially of the small class sizes and experience of the professors. There seemed to be a great social aspect to the campus even though it was such a small school. Everyone was very friendly to each other and it seemed like everyone was having a genuinely good time. It made me think of the difference between small-town and big city life. Everyone here knew everyone, and I think that’s a great quality of the school. It felt like being among friends.

Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover

It’s easy to stereotype career-focused universities as diploma mills or third or fourth tier universities, but The Art Institute of Salt Lake City really breaks that mold. Students are being challenged with difficult material. Professors care about the success of their students and are passionate about their fields of study. There is a small town feel the creates a great feeling of friendship and makes for a great learning environment.

If you’re in the Salt Lake area and are looking for a change of pace, swing by The Art Institute of Salt Lake City and see for yourself.

When military learners want to go to school to enhance their careers, in and out of the military, they can look to Everest Online University to provide the curriculum, programs, support, and experience needed to complete a degree.

Few institutions work as diligently to support America’s warriors

Everest has done its homework when it comes to military learners. The university’s faculty, staff, and students all work to support military students, regardless of their location or situation. Everest divides its military group support functions into four main areas – Active Duty, Reservists & Guard, Veterans, and military spouses and dependants.

Active Duty Benefit programs:

• Military Tuition Assistance (Chapter 10)
Tuition Assistance pays up to 100% of tuition and fees, not to exceed $250 per semester credit hour, $186 per quarter credit hour or $4,500 for the entire fiscal year.
• Military Tuition Assistance Top-up Program
This is an annual benefit designed to supplement other tuition assistance programs. The benefit amount is limited to what a student would receive for the same course if regular Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) benefits were being paid.
• The Post-9/11 GI Bill, Including Yellow Ribbon Program (Chapter 33)
The Post-9/11 GI Bill program provides up to 36 months of education benefits. This benefit may be used for degree and certificate programs, including technical or vocational training, as well as flight training, apprenticeship/on-the-job training and correspondence courses. Generally, benefits can be transferred to a spouse or family member.
• The Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program
Yellow Ribbon Program is a provision of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008. This program allows institutions of higher learning in the United States to voluntarily enter into an agreement with VA to fund tuition expenses that exceed the highest public in-state undergraduate tuition rate. The institution can contribute up to 50% of those expenses and the VA will match the same amount as the institution.
• Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty and Veteran (Chapter 30)
This program provides up to 36 months of education benefits and may be used for degree and certificate programs, including technical or vocational training, as well as flight training, apprenticeship/on-the-job training and correspondence courses. The bill provides for up to $1,368 per month for a full-time institutional education.

Reservists get all the benefits available too

• Tuition Assistance (Chapter 10)
• Montgomery GI Bill for Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)
• Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty and Veteran (Chapter 30)
• Reserve Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 1607)

Veterans receive recognition for their service

• The Post-9/11 GI Bill, Including Yellow Ribbon Program (Chapter 33)
• Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty and Veteran (Chapter 30)
• Montgomery GI Bill for Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)
• Reserve Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 1607)
• Vocational Rehabilitation and VetSuccess Program (Chapter 31)
• Veterans Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 32)

Military Spouses and Dependents get the help they need

• The Post-9/11 GI Bill, Including Yellow Ribbon Program (Chapter 33)
• Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) (Chapter 35)
• Military Spouse Career Advancements Accounts (MyCAA)
• Army Emergency Relief (AER)
• Marine Gunnery Sgt. John David Fry Scholarship (Amendment to Chapter 33)

Classes and degrees for exceptional opportunities

Everest understands how challenging it is to get a quality position in the competitive job market. The different degree programs at Everest can make the difference between looking for a position for a while and securing a position quickly. Everest educates military learners in:

Business
• Accounting
• Applied Management
• Business
• Business Administration
Criminal Justice & Legal
• Criminal Justice
• Criminal Investigation
• Homeland Security
• Paralegal
Health Care
• Nursing
• Dental Assistant
• Medical Administrative Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Insurance Billing & Coding
• Patient Care Technician
• Pharmacy Technician
• Radiological Technology
• Surgical Technology
• Massage Therapy
Information Technology
• Computer Information Science
Trades
• Carpentry
• Electrician
• Plumbing Technology
• Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Everest gives back to those who’ve given so much

When it’s time for a military serviceman or woman, veteran, Reservist, National Guardsman or a member of their family to go to school, Everest stands ready to meet their unique and difficult needs.

Get in contact with a military advisor from Everest University by clicking here.