Business, Business,
Business
• Class Procedures
– Daily ACT English questions
– College/Career Spotlight
• Around the Room and the Guidance
Office
– Under the TV
– Scanner/PDF converter
– College files and transcript request
forms
TYPES OF COLLEGES
PUBLIC VS. PRIVATE
• The essential difference between
public and private colleges is the
source of their funding. Public
colleges are largely supported by
state taxes. Private colleges are
largely supported by tuition and
donations.
– Shawnee State University - $5,832
– Cedarville University - $20,992
PUBLIC VS. PRIVATE
• Public colleges are a good deal for state
residents because tuition and fees are
reduced for them. Out-of-state students
usually pay much more.
• However, private colleges often offer
scholarships and grants that
significantly cut your actual cost, even
bringing it close to the cost of a public
college.
PUBLIC VS. PRIVATE
• One of the most important factors in
choosing a college is how you feel about
the students attending the school. Some
private colleges have a strong affiliation
with certain religions or philosophies
and attract students who share these
affiliations. Others have a commitment
to a certain type of student, such as the
historically black colleges or women's
colleges.
PUBLIC VS. PRIVATE
• Though there are exceptions to
the rule, private colleges tend to
be smaller.
• Ohio has 14 state university
main campuses.
UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO
CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY
BOWLING GREEN
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY
STATE
UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY
YOUNGSTOWN
NEOUCOM
OF AKRON
STATE
UNIVERSITY
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY
CENTRAL STATE
UNIVERSITY
MIAMI
UNIVERSITY
OHIO UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF
CINCINNATI
SHAWNEE STATE
UNIVERSITY
TYPES OF PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
• State universities
• Branch universities
• Community colleges
Community colleges offer a degree after the
completion of two years of full-time study. They
frequently offer technical programs that prepare
students for immediate entry into the job market.
Many community colleges in Ohio offer bachelors
degrees through partnerships with other colleges
and universities.
OHIO TRANSFER
MODULE
• The transfer module is a set (of a college's or
university's general education requirements
that represents a body of knowledge and
academic skills common access Ohio
colleges and universities.
OHIO TRANSFER
MODULE
• If you complete the transfer module at
one state university, branch campus, or
community college, it will transfer in its
entirety to any other state university,
branch campus, or community college.
• Most individual courses on the transfer
module will also transfer between those
entities.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE
BETWEEN A COLLEGE AND A
UNIVERSITY?
• Generally, a university is bigger than a college
and offers more majors and research facilities.
Class size is often a reflection of institutional
size, and some classes may be taught by
graduate students.
• Traditionally, a college is a higher learning
institution where a bachelors degree is the
highest degree awarded.
• The definitions can vary from state to state.
What is a liberal arts
college?
• Liberal arts colleges offer a
broad base of courses in the
humanities, social sciences, and
sciences. Most are private and
focus mainly on undergraduate
students. Classes tend to be
small and personal attention is
available.
In-State vs. Out-of-State
• At your own state universities,
branches, or community
colleges, you will usually find
the best tuition prices. This is
because state institutions get
funding per student from the
state budget.
In-State vs. Out-of-State
• Tuition at out-of-state state
schools tends to be more
expensive since the school is
not getting state dollars for you!
• However, reciprocity
agreements and special rates
might apply.
In-State vs. Out-of-State
• Reciprocity is an agreement between
2 states to allow students from the
other states involved to attend at instate or reduced rates. (ex:
Morehead, Ashland (KY))
• Individual out-of-state schools that
are close will also set up their own
cost reduction plans. (ex: metro
rates at Marshall)
Agricultural, Technical,
and Other Specialized
Colleges
• Specialized colleges emphasize
preparation for specific careers.
Examples include Art, Music,
Bible, Business, Health Science,
Seminary, Rabbinical, and
Teaching.
Proprietary Schools
• A for-profit educational
institution usually offering
training for specific occupations
• Examples: DeVry, ITT, Strayer,
Phoenix, AI, Southeastern
Business College
• Prices vary
• Make sure it’s accredited.
Accreditation
• Colleges become accredited by
meeting certain standards.
• Entire college can be accredited by a
governing body such as the North
Central Association, which functions
in 19 states including Ohio.
• Select programs, such as nursing
and education, can also be
accredited by governing bodies in
the field.
• Accredited College = Stronger
Education and Job Potential
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