the facts 50% of higher education students begin at community colleges over one half of community...
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The Facts
• 50% of higher education students begin at Community Colleges
• Over one half of community college students transfer to complete a four year degree
• 98% of our graduates reported that PVCC helped them meet their career/academic goals.
• 51% of graduates reported that their annual salary will be higher due to their degree
Community College Alumni
• Pete Rozelle: Commissioner of the NFL• Tom Hanks: Oscar-winning actor• H. Ross Perot: Corporate executive and 1992 Presidential Candidate• Calvin Klein: Fashion Designer• Melvin Salveson: Creator of MasterCard• Walt Disney: Founder of Disney World and Disneyland• Francine Neff: Former US Treasurer• Arthur Goldberg: Supreme Court Justice• James Sinegal: CEO of Costco• Fred Haise: Apollo 13 Astronaut• Clint Eastwood: Actor and Oscar-winning director• John Walsh: "America's Most Wanted" host• Rita Mae Brown: Author• Gwendolyn Brooks: Pulitzer prize-winning poet• Eileen Collins, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) astronaut
PVCC Students
• 35% of our students are over the age of 25.
• 77% of our students are part-timers.
• 25% of our students take online courses.
PVCC Enrollment Options
• Part-time or full-time course load• Fall, spring, or summer courses• Evening, daytime, and weekend courses• Online courses• Hybrid courses• Learning Communities
Additional Bonuses
• Average class size: 16 students• Accomplished faculty• Average tuition $2,900/year vs. $7,800/year at
a 4-year public university.• Nelnet Payment Plan to assist with paying
tuition (for more info, please visit www.pvcc.edu/paymentplan)
Financial Aidhttp://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
http://www.pvcc.edu/financial_aid/Grants: Full Pell Grant: $5550.00
This money does not require repayment as long as the student attends and completes classes in the term for which the aid was received. There are both state and federal grants available.
ScholarshipsThis money does not require repayment. Visit the PVCC website to learn more about PVCC scholarships, including applications, deadlines, and requirements at www.pvcc.edu/scholarships. Scholarships that are not PVCC-specific can be found on websites such as www.fastweb.com or www.finaid.org.
Federal Work Study: up to 20 hrs./week/$9.00/hr.This is a ‘need-based’ program that provides part-time jobs for students. Money earned is extra income for the student which may be used toward tuition or other educational expenses, even personal expenses.
Student LoansThis money requires repayment. Students must file a FAFSA and work with our Financial Aid Office to complete additional required paperwork.
Learning, Math, and Writing Centers
Placement Test Preparation-Sample Tests-ModuMath-Learning Express Advantage
ServicesTutoringAcademic Coaching
Resources for LearningWeb ResourcesTime ManagementLearning StylesLASSI
• Free Sample!• Take the Pledge…• 24 Hour Rule
ACE Program (Academic and Career Expressway)
ACE offers self-paced developmental courses with personalized tutoring and coaching
ACE is a great program for students who are:• 25 years or older• Seeking a non-transfer degree/certificate• Needing 2 or more developmental courses• Motivated to pursue a self-paced program• Equipped with basic computer knowledge
PVCC Program/Course Options
Associate of Arts or Associate of ScienceTransfer ProgramCan be completed in 2 years (may take longer, see advisor for more details)
Goal: Transfer to a four-year college/university to achieve a Bachelor’s degree
Associate of Applied ScienceCan be completed in 2 years (may take longer, see advisor for more details)
Goal: Prepare for direct entry into a career
Certificates or Career Studies CertificatesTypically 1-3 semesters to complete
Goal: Prepare for more immediate job placement, job skill development, or promotion opportunities
Individual Courses Goal: Personal enrichment, life-long learning, and resume-building
Programs of Study
These AA and AS degrees are transfer programs, providing the first two years of study for a bachelor’s degree:
Associate of Science (AS) Business Administration Computer ScienceEducationEngineering General StudiesPhysical and Natural Sciences:
Specialization in BiotechnologySpecialization in Horticulture
Science
Associate of Arts (AA)Liberal ArtsVisual and Performing Arts:
Specialization in ArtsSpecialization in DanceSpecialization in MusicSpecialization in Theatre and Drama
PVCC has Guaranteed Admissions Agreements with collegesand universities including:
Christopher Newport UniversityThe College of William and MaryEmory and Henry CollegeGeorge Mason University James Madison UniversityLiberty UniversityLongwood UniversityLynchburg CollegeMary Baldwin CollegeNorfolk State UniversityOld Dominion UniversityRadford UniversityRandolph CollegeRegent UniversityStrayer University
Sweet Briar CollegeUniversity of Mary WashingtonUniversity of PhoenixUniversity of Virginia College at Wise
College of Arts and SciencesSchool of Engineering
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityVirginia State UniversityVirginia Tech
College of Agriculture and Life SciencesCollege of Engineering
Virginia UnionVirginia Wesleyan College
Programs of StudyOur AAS degrees, Certificates, and Career Studies
Certificates prepare you for direct entry into a career.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) AccountingBusiness ManagementDiagnostic Medical SonographyElectronics and Computer TechnologyEmergency Medical Services Information Systems Technology Nursing Police ScienceRadiography
Certificate (C)Health Information ManagementSurgical TechnologyPractical Nursing
Career Studies Certificate (CSC) Administrative SupportBiotechnologyBuilding Trades I & IIComputer and Network Support
Technologies Criminal JusticeEarly Childhood DevelopmentEmergency Medical Services
IntermediateParamedic
Graphic DesignHorticulture Patient Admission Coordinator Web Technologies
Industry Certificate Courses
INT 101 Intro to Network Concepts= Network +
ITN 260 Network Security Basics= Security +
ITN 120 Wireless= CWNA Wireless
ITN 151 Intro Routing & Switching = CISCO CCNA
ITN 106 Microcomputer Operating Systems= A+ software
ITN 170 Linux System Administration= Linux +
Counseling & Career Services
Counseling • Assists students in resolving personal and interpersonal issues, including stress
management, anxiety, family problems, lack of motivation, and time management• Provides crisis counseling• Provides disability services• Assists students with first-year issues• Assists in the development of study skills and increasing student success
Career Services • Career Assessment - Who Am I?
-COPS Career Testing: interest + values= suggested career choices• Career Exploration - Where Am I Going?
-Learn more about programs of study and career options• Job Search - How Do I Get There?
-Resume writing, interviewing, and job search assistance-Community-based Work Study & Internship Programs for easy transition into the workplace.
Career Resources
Dream BIG• Virginia Education Wizard
www.vawizard.org
– CareersCareer clusters– Careers by nameWhat’s Hot– Programs and MajorsSearch
ProgramsPiedmontdescription of program and degree/certificate
Admissions and Advising Center
• Academic advising for all academic programs• Assistance in exploring your academic/career interest• Advising on 4-year college/university transfer process• Faculty advising• Guidance through the admissions/application and course
enrollment processes• Assistance in finding the college resources you need to
succeed
Next Steps
Apply OnlineApply for Financial AidMake an Appointment with an AdvisorSend Official TranscriptsTake Placement TestsMeet with an Advisor for Placement Test Score Interpretation and to Finalize Your Academic PlanRegister for your ClassesPay for your ClassesPurchase your Books
Important Information
• Spring Classes Begin Jan. 17, 2012 • Payment Deadline is Jan. 5th by 4:00 p.m.• After Jan. 5th, payment is due when you register.• Options for payment (not including financial aid or
scholarship): Online or Cashier’s Office
Dual Enrollment
• Dual enrollment courses are taken at high school, taught by credentialed high school instructors, tuition covered by high school. • Dual credit courses are taken at PVCC, taught by PVCC faculty, tuition covered by student. •Receive college credit and may receive high school credit as well.
Courses offered by MHS: oUS History 121/122oEnglish 111/112oPOL SCI 211/212oTeacher for Tomorrow 1oARC 121oITE 120