College Comparisons
Adult Education Programs, Online
Classes and Online Programs
June 24, 2013
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Approach to College Comparisons
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Introduction
Adult vs. Traditional Education
College Comparisons
Education Advisory Board Data
Online Courses at Other Colleges
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Introduction
What is provided within is a review of current programs at a number of
institutions:
• The degree offered by which college/division
• Majors (campus and/or online or hybrid)
• Description of the core curriculum in relation to the core for
traditional students
• Total number of credits required to graduate
• Other unique programs features such as portfolio assessment.
These institutions were chosen for their geographical diversity, as well
as for their diversity in mission.
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Adult vs. Traditional Education
Experience
• Traditional Undergrads
– Limited
• Work
• Travel
• Research
• Self-Direction
– Broad
• Technology
• Flexibility
• Classroom
• Adult Learners
– Limited
• Time
• Technology
• Research
• APA/MLA
– Broad
• Work
• Travel
• Interpersonal
• Historical Perspective
From: Phelan - Differences Between Adult Ed and
Traditional UG Ed.pptx: training.fema.gov
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Adult vs. Traditional Education
Maturity
• Traditional Undergrads
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18 – 22 (most colleges)
Socially varied – most unmarried
Diverse
Technologically mature
High Tolerance
• Adult Learners
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Age 22+
Many married with children
Diverse
Self-directed
Technologically immature
Lower Tolerance
From: Phelan - Differences Between Adult Ed and
Traditional UG Ed.pptx: training.fema.gov
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Adult vs. Traditional Education
Schedules
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Attendance Problems
Instant Messaging
Accustomed to Groups
Brick & Mortar
Grade Conscious
Blackboard/Angel
Time Management
• Adult Learners
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Work/School Schedule Conflicts
Discussion-oriented
Group work averse
More frequent breaks
Furniture /comfort
Presentation focused
Desire to share
From: Phelan - Differences Between Adult Ed and
Traditional UG Ed.pptx: training.fema.gov
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Adult vs. Traditional Education
Full Time/Part Time
• Traditional Undergrads
– Daytime
– Five days/ week
• Adult Learners
– Evening or late
afternoon
– Weekends
– On line/ any time
From: Phelan - Differences Between Adult Ed and
Traditional UG Ed.pptx: training.fema.gov
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Programs Reviewed
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University of Richmond
Syracuse University
Arizona State University Online
New York University (NYU) Online Programs
Pennsylvania State University World Campus
University of Maryland University College
St. Joseph’s University Online
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Admissions Requirements: Documents
•University of Richmond
•Syracuse University
•Arizona State University
•New York University (NYU)
•Pennsylvania State University
•University of Maryland
•St. Joseph’s University
HS diploma
HS / College Transcripts ,
Essay
HS/College Transcripts
Resume/ All Transcripts,
Essay
HS/College/Military
Transcripts
HS/College Transcripts
University College
HS*/College Transcripts,
Essay
*If Fewer Than 30 College Credits
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Admissions Requirements: Minimum GPA
•University of Richmond
Minimum 2.0
•Syracuse University
GPA dependent upon
program
•Arizona State University
Minimum 2.0
•New York University (NYU)
None for courses/ 3.0 for cert
•Pennsylvania State University
Minimum 2.0
•University of Maryland
None
•St. Joseph’s University
2.75
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Admissions Requirements: Age
•University of Richmond
None
•Syracuse University
None
•Arizona State University
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•New York University (NYU)
None
•Pennsylvania State University
PSU has specific definition of
Adult Learner
•University of Maryland
None
•St. Joseph’s University
22 Years old
19 years old
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Core Curriculum
College
University of Richmond
Syracuse University*
Arizona State University*
New York University
Penn. State*
University of Maryland
St Joseph’s University * *
Adult Education
30 credits
51-63 credits
35 credits
32-34 credits
45 credits
41 credits
45 credits
Traditional
47 Credits
51-63 credits
35 credits
40 credits
45 credits
50-52 credits
57 credits
*Same core for Adult and Traditional education
**Online Degree Option
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Degrees Conferred By
University of Richmond
Syracuse University
Arizona State University
New York University (NYU)
Pennsylvania State
University of Maryland
St. Joseph’s University
School of Professional and
Continuing Studies
University College
All Colleges (Run through ASU
online)
School of Continuing and
Professional Studies (SCPS)
All Colleges (Run through PSU
World Campus)
University College
All Colleges (Run through St.
Joseph’s Online)
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Language Requirement
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University of Richmond
Syracuse University
Arizona State University
New York University (NYU)
Pennsylvania State University
University of Maryland
St. Joseph’s University
*BA yes, BS no
Yes*
Yes**
Yes***
No
Yes
No
No
** “language or quantitative skills”
***all but BIS
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Science Requirement
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University of Richmond
Syracuse University
Arizona State University
New York University (NYU)
Pennsylvania State University
University of Maryland
St. Joseph’s University
Yes**
Yes*
Yes*
Yes
Yes*
Yes
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*No lab
**lab accepted
but not required
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Transfer Credit Limits
• University of Richmond
• Syracuse University
• Arizona State University
• New York University (NYU)
• Pennsylvania State
• University of Maryland
• St. Joseph’s University
60 Credits
66 (2-year colleges); 90
(4-year colleges)
64 credits
64 credits
no maximum “36 of last
60 credits must be at
PSU”
70 (2-year colleges); 90
(4-year colleges)
60 to 75 (min 60)
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Prior Learning Assessment
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University of Richmond
Syracuse University
Arizona State University
New York University (NYU)
Pennsylvania State University
University of Maryland
St. Joseph’s University
Yes
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No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Number of Majors Online
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University of Richmond
Syracuse University
Arizona State University
New York University (NYU)
Pennsylvania State
University of Maryland
St. Joseph’s University
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Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Villanova University
• 45 credit core
– 1 ACS course (Ancients)
– Cultural Appreciation (Fine
Arts, Language,
Theater, Film)
– Science (No Lab)
• Admissions Requirements
– Completed Application
– All transcripts (HS, College)
– Interview encouraged
• Majors
– General Studies
– Information Systems
– Leadership Studies
– Media & Technology
• Accelerated Options
– FastForward Courses
– Summer Online
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Education Advisory Board Data
• DL on Diploma/ Transcript
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Education Advisory Board Data
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Ivy League Universities
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Top Tier Universities
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In Closing
• Adult Education is tailored to a specific audience
based on certain characteristics
• The evolution and availability of technology has
allowed for robust, student-centered, and rigorous
online learning opportunities
• Leaders in Higher Education are developing online
learning opportunities to meet the needs of changing
demographics and the growing adult learner
population
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Thank You
Questions?
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• What is the long-term vision of
– Number of students
– Courses that are offered
• “Double-dipping” – reduced core AND Prior
Learning Assessment
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