Discover DeVry University –
a Guide for Adult Learners
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 1931.
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.
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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),
www.ncahlc.org. 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 at a glance:
•A ssociate, 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
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.
•Regional accreditation, a significant mark of institutional quality and integrity
•Flexibility to attend class on campus, online or both
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More
than $75 million in DeVry University scholarships offered for the 20142015 award year to those who qualify
•More than 80,000 students at 85+ U.S. locations
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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:
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.
•Instructors with relevant experience in your career field of interest
•A dedicated team of academic advisors to help you stay on track
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
•A ssociation 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)
tudents are also encouraged to start
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their own club. Visit Student Central for
more information.
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Did you know?
Upon graduation you receive a
complimentary membership to
DeVry University’s Alumni Association.
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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
Programs offered:
Associate degree
• Accounting
Bachelor’s degrees
• 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)
Graduate certificates (14 options)
“
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
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as well as business acumen.
– Laura Studwell, Recruiting Manager, Chicago Office Technology Group
College of
Engineering & Information Sciences
Programs offered:
Associate degrees
• Electronics & Computer Technology
• Network Systems Administration
Bachelor’s degrees
• 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
“
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.
College of
Health Sciences
Programs offered:
Associate degrees
• Neurodiagnostic Technology (North Brunswick only)
• Health Information Technology
College of
Bachelor’s degrees
• Clinical Laboratory Science
• Healthcare Administration (2 specializations)
Programs offered:
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.
Master’s degrees
• Education (4 concentrations)
• Educational Technology
College of
Media Arts & Technology
Programs offered:
Associate degree
• Web Graphic Design
Bachelor’s degrees
• 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.
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– Amanda Tameling, Alumnus, Computer Information Systems
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Bachelor’s degrees
• Communications (4 specializations)
• Justice Administration (5 specializations)
Graduate certificates (5 options)
• Curriculum Leadership
• Educational Leadership
• Educational Technology
• Educational Technology Leadership
• Higher Education Leadership
Flexible Scheduling
“
I wanted to get in and out of college so I could
move on to bigger and better things. DeVry
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pushes you to stay focused so you can do that.
– Alexander Hales, Alumnus, Network & Communications Management
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.
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eVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of
the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, www.ncahlc.org.
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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
• Federal Work-Study
• DeVry University scholarships
• Private loans
• Employer tuition reimbursement
• Private scholarships
• Federal grants
•State-funded grants and scholarships
• Federal loans
• 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.
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Visit keller.devry.edu or call 866.606.8350
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), www.ncahlc.org. 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, www.state.tn.us/thec. Nashville Campus - 3343 Perimeter Hill Dr., Nashville, TN 37211.
Program availability varies by location.
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