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If you’re a high school senior, peoplemay already be asking what you’ll do afteryou graduate. Will you pursue further edu-cation?Where? Howwill you pay for it? Allare questions that are easier to ask thananswer. With all the factors to consider,finding an answer that’s a good fit for yourequires research, self-reflection and, inmany cases, perseverance.Did you know that prospective college

students who visit at least three differ-ent campuses are more likely to enrollin college and to persist through gradua-tion than those who visit fewer than threeschools? There’s probably nothing magicabout the number three, but the extra ef-fort in exploring options makes a differ-ence.At the Louisiana Office of Student Finan-

cial Assistance, helping students selecta school that’s a good fit for them goes

hand-in-hand with looking at how to payfor it. At workshops and outreach eventsfor prospective college students held atschools throughout the state, LOSFA of-ficials suggest a five-point match to iden-tify major areas of concern to consider.Sujuan M. Williams Bouttée, LOSFA ex-ecutive director, and several other LOSFAofficials recently discussed some of thesteps involved.While your senior year is when you’ll

most likely put together your own plan forpost-secondary education, middle schoolisn’t too early to start preparing. As earlyas your first algebra class, you begin build-ing the GPA that can help or hinder yourcollege or scholarship applications. And,you’re also learning about your own skillsand interests. You may think you’re tooyoung to compile a resumé, but LOSFAofficials say gathering information aboutyour accomplishments while you’re inhigh school may help you write a convinc-ing college entrance essay for the school

of your choice. More importantly, it’s partof identifying your strengths and intereststhat can help guide your direction later.The Student Tuition Assistance and

Revenue Trust Savings Program offersfederal and state tax incentives for savingfor a college education. When parents orguardians open a START account while achild is young, even a small amount setaside monthly can make a big differencewhen it’s time to pay tuition.

Finding a matchHere are the five matches LOSFA sug-

gests prospective students consider:•Aptitude, Skills, Interest Match—This

one begins with self-reflection. What doyou enjoy doing? What do you do well?Your long-term goal is to identify potentialemployers who would pay you to do workyou enjoy. What credentials would enableyou to work in your chosen field? Whatschools offer programs that will give you

BY LORI [email protected]

may already be asking what you’ll do afteryou graduate. Will you pursue further edu-cation?Where? Howwill you pay for it? Allare questions that are easier to ask thananswer. With all the factors to consider,finding an answer that’s a good fit for yourequires research, self-reflection and, inmany cases, perseverance.

students who visit at least three differ-ent campuses are more likely to enrollin college and to persist through gradua-tion than those who visit fewer than threeschools? There’s probably nothing magicabout the number three, but the extra ef-fort in exploring options makes a differ-ence.

cial Assistance, helping students selecta school that’s a good fit for them goes

BY LORI [email protected]

INDEXSoutheastern Louisiana University.........3

Tulane University......................................4

Our Lady of the Lake College...................5

Southern University.................................6

University of Louisiana at Lafayette..........8

Camelot College.....................................10

ITT Technical College..............................11

BatonRougeCommunityCollege.............12

River Parishes Community College.........14

UniversityofLouisianaatMonroe............15

Dillard University....................................16

Northwestern State University................17

Loyola University New Orleans...............18

NorthshoreTech.CommunityCollege...19

Nicholls State University......................20

Our Lady of Holy Cross College...........23

Cover Design: Stan TaylorEditor: Molly Manson

Higher Education:How do you get there from here?

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Welcome to SoutheasternSoutheastern Louisiana University stu-

dents experiencea robust campus life andhave all the benefits of a large university(third largest in Louisiana with 15,000 en-rollment)with the closeness andpersonalattention of a smaller one (student-to-fac-ulty ratio of 23:1).Southeastern provides students with

the tools and help necessary to discovertheir own potential. Southeastern alsorepresents a strong value, having beenrecognized as among the top 60 low-costcolleges in the nation where graduatesalso earn high starting salaries.

Strong AcademicsWith more than 150 majors,

minors and concentrations,Southeastern students have awide selection of academic path-ways that lead to challengingcareers or further graduate andprofessional studies. All degreeprograms offer an honors option,and internship opportunities areincorporated intomanyprogramsproviding students with real-lifeexposure within their chosenfields.Professors know their stu-

dents individually as they engagein active, hands-on learningexperiences based upon rigor-ous academic foundations. The

university features the Center for StudentExcellence, offering a comprehensive re-source for career advising and academicassistance – including tutoring if needed.

Points of Pride• Top secondary education program in

Louisiana• Nightingale Award for Top Nursing

Program in advanced practice inLouisiana

• Top 4 in the nation for college newsprogram “Northshore News” on theSoutheastern Channel

• Only Student Emmy Award in theSouthwasawarded toaSoutheasternstudent last year

• Third year in a row receiving thePresi-dent’s Higher Education CommunityService Award

• Consortium master’s degree in nurs-ingwas namedoneof the best gradu-ate programs in nursing in the UnitedStates

• KSLU radio station namedBest in theSouth

• SoutheasternChannel named the topcollege TV station in the South

• Top 15 New Media and Animationprogram in the South for two yearsin a row

• Top 50 in nation for financial aidawarded to students

Campus LifeWith more than 125 student organiza-

tions, there are countless opportunitiesfor students to discover their strengths,enhance their interests, and engage in thecampus community. And Lion Athletics –with a record five Southland Conferencechampionships in the last academic year(football, baseball, soccer, indoor andoutdoor track and field) – offers ampleopportunity for Lion fans to cheer onstudent-athletes.

Facilities and servicesSoutheastern is nearing the completion

of a $32 million building and renovationproject that will double the size of its WarMemorial Student Union. In addition to a“FreshFood”dining concept, students canalso enjoy some of their favorite commer-cial food outlets.A fully-equipped Student Activity Cen-

ter provides opportunities to tend to theirphysical fitness individually or in groupsor participate in intramural activities.Students save hundreds of dollars eachsemester on books thanks to an on-cam-pus textbook rental system, while newhousing facilities include state-of-the-artamenities.

Admissions andFinancial AidThe Southeastern Admissions team

will help guide you through the processof getting admitted, whether for a new be-ginning freshman, a transfer fromanotherinstitution, or a returning student.Visit the website southeastern.edu/

admissions or email [email protected] if you have questions. Infor-mation on Financial Aid can be obtainedby calling 800-222-7358 or via email atsoutheastern.edu/financialaid.

Welcome to Southeastern

Southeastern LouisianaUniversitySoutheastern is nearing the completion

of a $32 million building and renovationproject that will double the size of its WarMemorial Student Union. In addition to a“FreshFood”dining concept, students canalso enjoy some of their favorite commer-

A fully-equipped Student Activity Cen-ter provides opportunities to tend to theirphysical fitness individually or in groupsor participate in intramural activities.Students save hundreds of dollars eachsemester on books thanks to an on-cam-pus textbook rental system, while newhousing facilities include state-of-the-art

The Southeastern Admissions teamwill help guide you through the processof getting admitted, whether for a new be-ginning freshman, a transfer fromanother

Visit the website southeastern.edu/admissions or email [email protected] if you have questions. Infor-mation on Financial Aid can be obtainedby calling 800-222-7358 or via email at

SOUTHEASTERNLOUISIANAUNIVERSITY

LocationHammond, LA 70402

Phone Numbers800-222-7358985-549-5637

Fax985-549-5883

[email protected]

Web Addresswww.southeastern.edu

All photos were provided by SLU.

1-800-222-SELU • southeastern.eduSOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITYContact Us


TulaneUniversity

What’s New with the Green and Blue?Everything – a new president, Mike

Fitts; 1,649 new first-year students; newcourses; new research; brand-new Yul-man Stadium and more. “New” is thenew buzzword at Tulane University. Wemay be a 180-year-old institution, but inmany ways our journey has just begun.

Why Tulane?Tulane offers the best of both worlds

– a top-tier research university with astrong commitment to high-quality un-dergraduate education.Students explore big ideas in small

classes taught by world-renowned fac-ulty beginning with their first semesterand continuing throughgraduate or pro-fessional school. A Tulane education istransformative, with hands-on researchprojects, public service opportunitiesand internships that give students in-valuable real-life experience in theirchosen field.Tulane students also join a school that

is amember of the prestigious Associa-tion of American Universities, a selectgroup of the 62 leading research univer-sities in the United States and Canadawith preeminent programs of graduateand professional education and schol-arly research.

Of more than 4,300 higher educa-tional institutions rated by the CarnegieFoundation for the Advancement ofTeaching, Tulane remains in a presti-gious research category that includesonly 2 percent of universities nation-wide.

Tulane by the Numbers• 6,630 undergraduates from 50

states and 58 foreign countries• More than 75 differentmajors with-

in five undergraduate schools andmore than 110 study abroad pro-grams inmore than 40 countries

• Almost 30 libraries and researchcenters containingmore than2mil-

lion books and 14,000 periodicals• 60+TIDES (Tulane Interdisciplinary

Experience Seminar) topics• Average class size of 22 students;

83 percent of classes smaller than30 students; 70 percent of classessmaller than 20 students

• 9:1 student to faculty ratio• 93percent of full-time faculty hold a

terminal degree in their field• 85 percent of students come to Tu-

lane from over 300miles away• More than 200 student-led clubs

and organizations• 12 fraternities and 13 sororities rep-

resented on campus• Division I Athletics, 34 club sports

and 24 intramural sportsA 156,000 square-foot Reily Stu-dent Recreation Center14 residencehalls to houseall fresh-man and sophomoresMore than 15 different eateries oncampus to grab a biteOnly 4miles from the Central Busi-ness District and French QuarterAcross the street from beautifulAudubon Park780,347 community service hourslogged by the Tulane community37 Tulane alumni chapters nation-wide participating in externships

• More than 100,000 job listingsposted at Career Services Center

Mission StatementTulane’s purpose is to create, commu-

nicate and conserve knowledge in orderto enrich the capacity of individuals, or-ganizationsandcommunities to think, tolearn and to act and lead with integrityand wisdom.

Did You Know?TulaneUniversity is abrainmagnet for

New Orleans. It is the only school in thecountry where the majority of studentscome from more than 300 miles away.Only at Tulane, only in New Orleans.

Tulane University

Office of UndergraduateAdmission

210 Gibson Hall6823 St. Charles Ave.New Orleans, LA 70118

[email protected]

On the Webadmission.tulane.edu

Phone800-873-9283504-865-5731

Fax504-862-8715

Twitter@TulaneAdmission

Facebookfacebook.com/TulaneAdmission

YouTubeyoutube.com/Tulane

InstagramInstagram.com/TulaneU

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Devoted to excellence inteaching and learning, Our Ladyof the Lake College is a student-centered academic community,guided by its institutional mis-sion. Accredited to offer doctor-ate, masters, bachelor’s and as-sociate degrees, the College hasan enrollment of over 1,800 stu-dents and offers degrees in pro-

grams such as nursing, healthsciences, humanities, behavioralsciences, and arts and sciences.OLOL College’s average class

size is 20 students. FinancialAid is received by 85 percent ofstudents, and we’re one of themost affordable private, Catho-lic institutions in the nation. Weaward scholarships to eligible

graduating seniors and transferstudents.OLOL College, located in

Louisiana’s capital city of BatonRouge, is a four-year indepen-dent, private, Catholic institu-tion. The College is a whollyowned subsidiary of Our Lady ofthe Lake Regional Medical Cen-ter and is sponsored by the Fran-ciscan Missionaries of Our Lady,North American Province.

Admissions requirements• Deadline: July 1, 2015• Online application:

www.ololcollege.edu• Application fee: $35.00• Application requirements:

High school transcript orhigh school equivalencycertificate and official ACTor SAT test scores. Tran-scripts from any college,community college or uni-versity attended are alsorequired, if applicable.

OrientationOrientation is required for all

new students and is held severaltimes throughout the summer.Admitted students are contactedwhen registration for Orientationis opened and prompted to reg-ister a date from those offered.Students are responsible for

a number of fees based on theamount of credit hours a studentis taking. Some fees are per se-mester.Students are responsible for

purchasing their books, suppliesand scrubs for clinical classes.

Financial AidSee our website for informa-

tion on scholarships and finan-cial aid that OLOL College offers.For more general information,please see fafsa.ed.gov.

Our Lady of the Lake College Physical address7525 Picardy AvenueBaton Rouge, LA 70808

Mailing address5414 Brittany DriveBaton Rouge, LA 70808

Phone225-768-1700

Fax225-768-1726

Websitewww.ololcollege.edu

ContactAssistant Dir. of AdmissionsDanielle Blanchard

Open houseNovember 15, 2014March 7, 2015

Scholarship deadlineJanuary 15, 2015

Financial-aid deadlineMarch 2, 2015 for fall andsummer enrollment

D grams such as nursing, health

Photo was provided by OLOL College.


University Highlights

n SUBR is accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools(SACS).n SUBR offers a number of online de-gree programs. Some of them includeBSdegrees in criminal justice, computerscience, interdisciplinary studies, busi-ness administration, psychology, andgeneral studies and an executivemasterof public administration.nSUBRSchool of Nursing has a 94per-cent passage rate on the licensure ex-amination and has been Nursing Schoolof the Year in Louisiana for two out of thepast five years.n The College of Engineering is among the nation’stop producers of African Americans who receive theBS degree in engineering.n SUBR is assisted by its Business and IndustryCluster that aids the University financially, providesinformation on changes in the global business arena,and helps the University in securing employment for

many of its students.n SUBR students are encouraged to participate incommunity volunteerism.nTheCollegeof Educationhasa 100percent passagerate on its licensure exam.n SUBR assist students in traveling internationally tofurther their education and improve their employmentchances in the global marketplace.

n SUBR students are afforded the invalu-able opportunity to assume internshipsacross the nation and around the worldwith major corporations and governmentagencies, leading many times to perma-nent employment.n SUBR has 113 student organizations, 33honor societies and nine Greek organiza-tions.n SUBR has 15 athletic teams, including2013 SWAC Conference Championshipteams in football, tennis, women’s andmen’s basketball, tennis and Western Divi-sion Champs in soccer.nSUBR invites students tobecomepart ofits Marching Band, “The Human Jukebox,”considered by HBCU Digest to the bestMarching Band among Historically Black

Colleges and Universities in the nation and was se-lectedby theNCAAas the secondbest collegemarch-ing band in the nation in 2013.

For more information, please call the Officeof Admissions at 225 -771-SUBR (7827) or visitwww.subr.edu.

many of its students.

nable opportunity to assume internshipsacross the nation and around the worldwith major corporations and governmentagencies, leading many times to perma-nent employment.nhonor societies and nine Greek organiza-tions.n2013 SWAC Conference Championshipteams in football, tennis, women’s andmen’s basketball, tennis and Western Divi-sion Champs in soccer.nits Marching Band, “The Human Jukebox,”considered by HBCU Digest to the bestMarching Band among Historically Black

University Highlights n SUBR students are afforded the invalu-n

SouthernUniversitySouthern Universityand A&MCollegeBaton Rouge

Acting ChancellorFlandus McClinton Jr.

Campus/LocationThe University is located in north BatonRouge on 512 acres of beautiful mosscovered oaks on Scotts Bluff overlook-ing the Mississippi River. The campusboasts a warm, student friendly envi-ronment supported by faculty and staffcommitted to helping students on theirpaths to success.

Founded1880

CalendarFall, Spring and Summer sessions

Enrollment6,374- Fall 2014

AdmissionsThe Office of Admissions is openMonday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Office of AdmissionsP.O. Box 9331Baton Rouge, LA 70810

www.subr.edu/admissions225-771-SUBR (7827)1-800-256-1531

Application DeadlinesJuly 1: Resident and exemption certifi-cation for admission in theFall SemesterOctober 1: Resident and exemptioncertification for admission in the SpringsemesterApril 1: Resident and exemption certi-fication for admission in the Summersemester

Follow us onFacebook: www.facebook.com/wearesouthernTwitter: @SUstudentsfirstInstagram: SU_StudentAffairsTumblr: WeAreSouthern.tumblr.com

All photos were provided by Southern University.

Perspective Students• Request SouthernUniversity information online• Register for Jaguar Preview and campus tours• Receive and review emails sent to you by theOffice of Admissions and Recruitment

Applicants• Apply online for Southern University• Create student username and password• View application status• Complete Free Application for Federal StudentAid (FAFSA) www.fafsa.gov

Checklist for application packet, which includes:• Complete Online Application• Application Fee: $20 non-refundable• Official ACT or SAT Scores• Immunization Records• High School Class Schedule• High School Transcript

Accepted Students• Complete Housing Application• Register for 365 Jaguar Orientation


You are invited to visit our beau-tiful campus and learn how you

can earn a first-rate education withthe most affordable value in thestate. Schedule a campus tour orregister for an on-campus event atlouisiana.edu/admissions/visit-us.

Live & Learn• UL Lafayette is the second-largest

university in Louisiana, with morethan 18,700 students.

• Rated among the “Best 379 Col-leges” by The Princeton Reviewfor 2015.

• Live on campus, with the com-forts of apartment-style living andbrand new residence halls, for afront-row seat to new experiences.Seemoreat housing.louisiana.edu.

Affordability & Assistance• UL Lafayette is the most afford-

able university in Louisiana, ac-cording to the U.S. Department ofEducation’s College Affordabilityand Transparency List.

• We award more than $5 million inscholarships, in addition to TOPS.Apply by Jan. 31. See more atscholarships. louisiana.edu.

Highlights• Ranked by several college guides,

UL Lafayette is nationally recog-nized as a major research univer-sity.

• More than 100 degree options.Known for architecture, arts, busi-ness, computer science, engineer-ing, geosciences, industrial design,informatics and nursing.

• State-of-the-art labs, diverse in-ternship opportunities and exten-sive advising and support servicesto help you succeed.

• Offersmore than 150clubs, organi-zations and intramural sports.

• Baseball finished the 2014 regularseason rankedNo. 1 in theU.S. Thefootball teamwas theNewOrleansBowl Champion in 2011, 2012, &2013.

Like FamilyUL Lafayette students embody the

spirit of the region’s unique Cajun andCreole heritage.

They work hard and play hard. Theyrespect others’ beliefs, embrace di-versity and treat strangers like family.Their compassion for others inspirespublic service.

The seamless blend of campus andcommunity creates a synergy that setsUL Lafayette apart fromother universi-ties.

AdmissionsUL Lafayette wants you to ap-ply. Complete your application atlouisiana.edu/apply.

Your front row seat to new experiences...Your front row seat to new experiences...

University of Louisiana at LafayetteYour front row seat to new experiences...

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

UNIVERSITY OFLOUISIANA atLafayetteLocation:104 E. University CircleLafayette, LA 70503

Phone:800-752-6553

Fax:337-482-6467

Email:[email protected]

Contact:Joshua PerrodinAssistant Director ofUndergraduate Admissionsand Recruitment

...and good times!

All photos provided by UL Lafayette.


Camelot CollegeCamelot college presently pro-

vides short-term job-specific train-ing in Advanced Medical Assistant,Nurse Aid Training (CAN), Cosme-tology and Cosmetology InstructorTraining.Camelot College has been a pio-

neer over the past 28 years in as-sisting students to become quali-fied for career jobs in as little asten months.Thousands of graduates from

Camelot College are now gainfullyemployed and living successfullives because they made the deci-sion to attend Camelot College.We thank God for the ability to

afford our students the opportunityto elevate their families by makingservices such as on-campus hous-ing, “Two Star Rated” class “A” day-care facility on site, food pantry andfree working-wardrobe boutique.

Applications

There is no application fee forCamelot College, and applicationsare avalible by appointment or viaemail.

A high school diploma/GED and/or transcript, state identificationand Social Security Card are re-quired to apply for admission.On-campus housing is available.

Upon enrollment, potential studentsmust pass a criminal backgroundcheck and drug screen to qualify.Potential students can call 1-800-

470-3320 or 225-928-3005 andspeak to an admissions represen-tative to find out about upcomingclasses.There are no fees due upon en-

rollment into classes.

Financial assistanceWhat deadlines apply to obtaining

financial aid? Students are encour-aged to fill out their FASFA onlineprior to enrolling, however, our fi-nancial aid department will walkthem through the process uponenrollment.For more information about finan-

cial aid, potential students can visitour website at www.camelotcollege.com for more information aboutfinancial aid or call us directly at225-928-3005

A high school diploma/GED and/or transcript, state identificationand Social Security Card are re-

On-campus housing is available.Upon enrollment, potential studentsmust pass a criminal background

Potential students can call 1-800-470-3320 or 225-928-3005 andspeak to an admissions represen-tative to find out about upcoming

There are no fees due upon en-

What deadlines apply to obtainingfinancial aid? Students are encour-aged to fill out their FASFA onlineprior to enrolling, however, our fi-nancial aid department will walkthem through the process upon

For more information about finan-cial aid, potential students can visitour website at www.camelotcollege.com for more information aboutfinancial aid or call us directly at

CamelotCollegeAddress

2618Wooddale Blvd.Suite ABaton Rouge, LA 70805

Phone225-928-3005800-470-3320

Fax225-927-3794

Websitewww.camelotcollege.com

ContactPastor Ronnie WilliamsPresident/CEO

Photo provided by Metro Creative Graphics


ITI Technical CollegeWelcome to ITIFor over 40 years ITI Technical

College has been offering skillstraining for those looking to en-ter a new career or just addingto present abilities.We began offering classes at

our current campus on AirlineHighway in 1979. Known for ourquality graduates, we offer awide variety of fields to choosefrom, both in associate in occu-pational studies degrees and incertificate programs.ITI was designed with the stu-

dents’ and employers’ needs inmind. Our program curriculumswere developed and sustained,to a degree, through employer-based advisory committees,which continues today.In today’s highly competitive

job market, ITI can not only giveyou an edge, but we can also of-fer training for a career that youtruly love.

The ITI Difference

• Accreditation: Accredited bythe Accrediting Commis-sion of Career Schools andColleges.

• Flexible Options: Full time dayor night classes are avail-able.

• Convenience: We schedule allclasses for you.

• Placement Assistance: The Ca-reer Services team is dedi-cated to you as a studentand graduate.

Admissions andFinancial Aid

You can apply online at www.iticollege.edu or by simply call-ing 225-752-4233 to schedule avisit.ITI admissions offers a free

evaluation to all those who areinterested in attending. You willget a tour of the facilities and acomplete review of the programcurriculums. Our admissions

team is excited tomeet with youto help put you on the path tosuccess.Financial aid is available, for

those who qualify. ITI offersa variety of financial aid pro-grams to fit your needs and a

scholarship program for Louisi-ana high school seniors. We arealso eligible to receive TOPS &TOPS Tech scholarships. Let ourFinancial Aid department guideyou through the process, at nocost.

Welcome to ITI

College has been offering skillstraining for those looking to en-ter a new career or just addingto present abilities.

our current campus on AirlineHighway in 1979. Known for ourquality graduates, we offer awide variety of fields to choosefrom, both in associate in occu-pational studies degrees and incertificate programs.

dents’ and employers’ needs inmind. Our program curriculumswere developed and sustained,to a degree, through employer-based advisory committees,which continues today.

job market, ITI can not only giveyou an edge, but we can also of-fer training for a career that youtruly love.

ITITechnical CollegeAddress

13944 Airline HighwayBaton Rouge, LA 70817

Phone1-800-211-7165

[email protected]

Websitewww.iticollege.edu

Photo provided by Metro Creative Graphics

For more information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the programs, and other importantinformation, please visit http://www.iticollege.edu/disclosures.htm

CALL TODAY

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Affordability andAssistanceAt BRCC students receive a

high-quality, affordable educa-tion with full-time tuition un-der $2,000.BRCC participates in the

William D. Ford Federal DirectLoan Program. Students canborrow directly from the fed-eral government.BRCC offers a variety of

scholarships that are availablefrom institutional and privatesources, as well as organiza-tions that have partnered withBRCC.For information on specific

scholarships contact our Fi-nancial Aid Office at 1-866-217-9823.BRCC has partnered with

Single Stop USA, a national,non-profit organization, toconnect students to tax ser-vices, social services, financialresources, and local commu-nity services, at no cost. Formore information call 225-216-8363.

BRCC HighlightsWith a 2014 fall enrollment

of 10,460, BRCC continues tobe the leading two-year institu-tion in the region.BRCC offers over 50 degrees

and certificates in areas suchas process technology, avi-onics, construction manage-ment, criminal justice, filmproduction, nursing, paralegal,sonography, veterinary tech-nology, emergency manage-ment, and more!This year, BRCC’s Economic

Development and WorkforceSolutions division servedmorethan 4,000 students, providedcontract training for 14 compa-nies and was awarded a totalof $1.6 million in grants.BRCC students enjoy small-

er class sizes for more person-alized attention.BRCC has the flexibility of

accelerated learning, year-round classes, weekend studyand online courses.BRCC’s curricular offerings

include academic and tech-nical courses, as well as pro-

grams that lead to transfercredits, diplomas, industrybased certificates and associ-ate degrees.

Facts of Interest• BRCC has state-of-the art

facilities equipped withcutting-edge technology.

• Courses offered by Eco-nomic Development andWorkforce Solutions in-clude operational leader-ship, medical billing andcoding, business writing,welding, pipefitting, elec-trical, grant writing, riggingand more.

• On July 1, 2013, BRCCmerged with Capital AreaTechnical College (CATC)extending our reach evenfurther. Our nine locationsnow cover six par-ishes: East and WestBaton Rouge, Eastand West Feliciana,Iberville, and PointeCoupee.

• BRCC’s nursing pro-gram maintains animpressive 90 per-cent pass rate onthe National CouncilLicensure Examina-tion.

• More than 1,000 stu-dents are enrolled inBRCC’s Dual Enroll-ment Program. Thisprogram provides

high school students anopportunity to take collegecourses while satisfyinghigh school requirementsfor graduation. For addi-tional information call 225-216-8308.

• BRCC currently has Ar-ticulation Agreementswith Louisiana State Uni-versity (Bears2Tigers),Southern Univers i ty(Bears2Jaguars), Louisi-ana Tech, Nicholls StateUniversity, NorthwesternState University, South-eastern State University,and Our Lady of the LakeCollege.

• BRCC offers four sportsprograms: women’s bas-ketball, men’s basketball,

baseball, and softball• BRCC’s mascot is Maxwell

the bear.• BRCC offers a live 24/7

Student Support Center,which allows students tocall and have their ques-tions answered any time ofthe day or night, includingholidays.

• BRCC maintains close tieswith local and nationalindustry to ensure the ef-fectiveness of its academicand corporate training pro-grams.

Come see us for yourselfSchedule a campus tour

today. Contact our RecruitingOffice at 225-216-8875.

Imagine what you can do!

Baton Rouge Community CollegeAffordability andAssistance

tion with full-time tuition un-

from institutional and private

tions that have partnered with

vices, social services, financial

tion in the region.

than 4,000 students, provided

Location201 Community College DriveBaton Rouge, LA 70806

Phone1-866-217-9823

[email protected]

AdmissionsAccepting applications now.

Complete your application atwww.mybrcc.edu

Plan to attend?If you are interested in attend-

ing BRCC, visit www.mybrcc.eduto complete an admission appli-cation.

For more information on howBRCC can benefit you, call 1-866-217-9823.

Photos were provided by Baton Rouge Community CollegeTheBRCC LadyBearsmade their first ever appearance in theNJCAADivision 1 National Championship last Spring.

further. Our nine locations Imagine what you can do!


River Parishes CommunityCollege is an open-admissioninstitution that partners with thecommunities and businesses ofthe river parishes region of Loui-siana to provide workforce train-ing, certificates, diplomas, andassociate degrees.

New programs are being of-fered in medical coding andcriminal justice as well as crafttraining programs in carpentry,electrical, millwright, non-de-structive testing, pipefitting andwelding.

AdmissionsAll applications are online at

http://www.rpcc.edu/applyOn-line.cfm.Applications are due by the

first day of class each semester.The application fee is $15.Application requirements in-

clude high school transcript orall official college/universities-

transcripts, application fee, im-munization records, and ACT/Compass scores.Orientation dates are avail-

able for each semester by call-ing 225-743-8500.

More information regardingtuition and fees is available atwww.rpcc.edu/uploads/tuition-Fees.pdf.

Deadlines for applying for fi-nancial aid are published each

semester on the academic cal-endar available on the website.Students can visit www.rpcc.

edu or www.osfa.la.gov for moreinformation regarding financialaid.

College is an open-admissioninstitution that partners with thecommunities and businesses ofthe river parishes region of Loui-siana to provide workforce train-ing, certificates, diplomas, andassociate degrees.

fered in medical coding andcriminal justice as well as crafttraining programs in carpentry,electrical, millwright, non-de-structive testing, pipefitting andwelding.

http://www.rpcc.edu/applyOn-line.cfm.

first day of class each semester.

clude high school transcript orall official college/universities-

River Parishes Community CollegeRiver ParishesCommunity College

Campus Address925 W. Edenborne Pkwy.Box 2367Gonzales, LA 70707

Phone225-743-8500

Websitewww.rpcc.edu

Students are welcometo visit anytime!

All photos are Advocate staff photos by Angela Major.


WeAre ULMWith strong and diverse academic offerings, a

small size that allows for a student-centered educa-tion and a beautiful campus with a bayou flowingthrough its heart, ULM is a wonderful place to dis-cover yourself.We invite you to visit our campus, attend an activity

sponsored by one of our 150-plus student organiza-tions, or cheer on the Warhawks in our 17 NCAA-recognized sports.

Plan to attend a Browse on the Bayou open house,held each Spring and Fall, or one of our special eventssuch as VAPA (visual and performing arts) Day or aPharmacy Friday.To be added to our mailing list or to request more

information, fill out our online information requestform at ulm.edu/info or call Ace’s Place at 318-342-7777.Staff are standing by to answer any questions you

might have, or you can ask Ace a question directly atwww.ulm.edu/askace.

ULMHighlights• ULM breaks ground on Sandel Hall—an $18 million

capital outlay remodel project over a decade in themaking. SandelHallwill serveas theuniversity’s one-stop-shop for enrollment services.

• Business Insider namesULMasLouisiana’smostun-derrated university based onULM’s high acceptancerate and exceptional academics.

• ULM students surpass national testing scores on 11health and pharmaceutical science program licen-sure exams, including 100 percent passage rates innine of those programs.

• Monroe, Louisiana, is the 33rd most affordable col-lege town in the nation according to GreatValueCol-leges.net.

• ULM is a Tier One regional university, ranked #81 inthe South by U.S. News andWorld Report.

• TheBestSchools.org ranks ULM as the #1 onlineschool in Louisiana.

• U.S. News and World Report ranks ULM as the #39public university in the South.

• GetEducated.com ranks four ULM education pro-grams as national ‘best buys” including themaster’sdegrees in curriculum and instruction, education,educational leadership and teaching.

• The online master’s degree in school counseling isthe nation’s most affordable degree of its kind ac-cording to BestCounselingDegrees.net.

• ULM’s 2014 freshman class is the academicallystrongest class in the university’s history.

ULM breaks ground on Sandel Hall—an $18 millioncapital outlay remodel project over a decade in themaking. SandelHallwill serveas theuniversity’s one-

Business Insider namesULMasLouisiana’smostun-derrated university based onULM’s high acceptance

ULM students surpass national testing scores on 11health and pharmaceutical science program licen-sure exams, including 100 percent passage rates in

Monroe, Louisiana, is the 33rd most affordable col-lege town in the nation according to GreatValueCol-

ULM is a Tier One regional university, ranked #81 in

TheBestSchools.org ranks ULM as the #1 online

U.S. News and World Report ranks ULM as the #39

GetEducated.com ranks four ULM education pro-grams as national ‘best buys” including themaster’sdegrees in curriculum and instruction, education,

The online master’s degree in school counseling isthe nation’s most affordable degree of its kind ac-

ULM’s 2014 freshman class is the academically

University of Louisiana atMonroeUniversity ofLouisianaat Monroe

Location700 University AvenuMonroe, LA 71209

Phone318-342-7777

Fax318-342-4915

Onlineww.ulm.edu/apply

InstagramInstagram.com/ulmonroe

FacebookFacebook.com/ulmrecruiting

ContactDenise DuplechinAssistant Dir. of [email protected]

All photos were provided by University of Louisiana at Monroe.


DillardUniversityThe Dillard DifferenceLocated in the Gentilly com-

munity of New Orleans, thisuniversity offers a high-quality,comprehensive and affordableeducation geared to preparegraduates for global careers andentrepreneurial endeavors. Fac-ulty and staff engage studentsas mentors in supportive envi-ronments that nurture students’moral strengths and intellectualcapabilities.Dillard offers three degree

programs: bachelor of arts,bachelor of science and bach-elor of science in nursing in21 major fields of study thatencompass courses needed totake national exams necessaryto enter medical, law, dentaland pharmacy schools.We’re the only campus in New

Orleans to offer a major in filmstudies.Dillard University is an inte-

gral part of the culture of NewOrleans.The campus is located just

minutes from downtown and isin close proximity to the world-famous French Quarter.As a pinnacle of this commu-

nity, this 55-acre campus aug-ments the rich history and tra-ditions of New Orleans. Severaltimes a year Dillard Universitybecomes a gathering place for

parades, plays and other healthand culturally enriching events.As part of our president’s lec-

ture series, Brain Food, severalcelebrity speakers appear atDillard University throughoutthe academic year.This semester we’re welcom-

ing Michael Steele, Maggie

Anderson, Misty Copeland andBenjamin Crump.

Dates to remember• Nov. 14: High School Se-

niors Shadow DayStudents may register forShadow Day at http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=mwu6ohdab&oeidk=a07e9vm1lp88fa3bfaf.

• Nov. 15: Fall Open Houseand Homecoming

• Dec. 1:Deadline for priorityscholarship consideration

• Jan. 8-9: Students receivea mailer notifying them ofacceptance and orientationdates for Spring 2015.

Dillard by the Numbers• Student enrollment: 1,200• Student to faculty ratio:

14:1• Male to female ratio: 1:2• Tuition alone: $14,600• Tuition plus room and

board: $23,914

DillardUniversity

Location2601 Gentilly Blvd.New Orleans, LA 70458

Phone504-816-4670

Fax504-816-4895

Websitewww.dillard.edu

ContactDirector of AdmissionsThomas Steffen

Anderson, Misty Copeland andBenjamin Crump.

Dates to remember

All photosprovidedbyDillardUniversity

Acturial Science Professor Dr. Hong Dai instructs one of his students in thisadvanced mathematics course.


Loyola University New Orleans offersstudents a high-quality, experiential, andvalues-basededucation in thevibrant cityof New Orleans. Loyola’s combination ofour ideal classsize, renowned faculty, andacademic programs fosters a positivelearning environment and distinguishesus from other institutions.

The education youwantA Loyola education encompasses a

rich Jesuit tradition of educating thewhole person – mind, body, and spirit.With a student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1, ourstudents enjoy smaller classes and per-sonalized attention to help them reachtheir fullest academic potential.NEW this fall is our Bachelor of Design

degreewhich is the only one of its kind inthe region. Loyola’s design program pre-pares students for a wide range of careeroptions as a graphic design professional– frommotion graphics and web designto exhibitions and careers in education.The Loyola Wolf Pack intercollegiate

athletic program competes in the NAIA

Division I, as a member of the SouthernStates Athletic Conference and fieldsteams in basketball, cross country, track,baseball, golf, tennis, and volleyball. Ourstate-of-the-art sportsandwellnesscom-plex engages students in physical ways,helping them become better-rounded.Students participate in intramural sportsand club sports, now including rugby.

The skills you needLoyola prepares our students for their

futures. With our focus on students’ dis-covery of their career paths and lives ofservice, our students study abroad, vol-unteer in the community, do focused in-ternships, share ideasandcollaborateonresearch with our nationally recognizedprofessors. Through theseopportunities,they gain valuable real-world job experi-ence and skills to help prepare them fortheir futures.

A place like no otherLearn more about the quality and

value of a Loyola education by seeing itfor yourself. Schedule a visit to tour the

facilities, meet current students and fac-ulty andgo toaclass. Appointmentswithadmissions and financial aid counselorsareavailable, too. Takepart in our “MagisMonday” program and live like a Loyolastudent for the day. Attend our Fall OpenHouse onSaturday, Nov. 15, and see first-hand the exciting things happening onour campus. To schedule your campusvisit, call 1-800-4-LOYOLA or go online toapply.loyno.edu/visit-loyola..

Admissions and Financial AidApply to Loyola online at apply.loyno.

edu. We accept applications for admis-sion and scholarships on a rolling basis.Loyola offers a variety of tools to helpfinance your education, and 90 percentof ourundergraduates receive some formof aid. You can find information at loyno.edu/financialaidorbycallingourOfficeofFinancial Aid at (504) 865-3231.

Loyola University NewOrleansstudents a high-quality, experiential, andvalues-basededucation in thevibrant cityof New Orleans. Loyola’s combination ofour ideal classsize, renowned faculty, andacademic programs fosters a positivelearning environment and distinguishesus from other institutions.

The education youwant

rich Jesuit tradition of educating thewhole person – mind, body, and spirit.With a student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1, ourstudents enjoy smaller classes and per-sonalized attention to help them reachtheir fullest academic potential.

degreewhich is the only one of its kind inthe region. Loyola’s design program pre-pares students for a wide range of careeroptions as a graphic design professional– frommotion graphics and web designto exhibitions and careers in education.

athletic program competes in the NAIA

LoyolaUniversityNew Orleans

Location6363 St. Charles Ave.New Orleans, LA 70118

Phone504-865-3240

Website:www.loyno.edu

Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/loyno

ContactOffice of Admissions

MagisMondays

Fall Open HouseSaturday, November 15

apply.loyno.edu/visit-loyola

We br ing together academic exce l l ence and a cu l tu ra l env i ronment tha t ’s focused on the Jesu i t t rad i t i on of educat ing the who le person .

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We are your community college on theNorthshore. With convenient locationsacross the Northshore, NTCC offers ac-cessible, affordable educationwithmorethan25programs leading to two-year de-grees, professional certificates or transi-tions to a four-year university.Our programs are designed for all lev-

els of students. High school graduates,non-graduates, those seeking a careerchange or re-entry into the workforceare all welcomed and eligible to apply foradmission.NTCC is proud to offer the Connect To

Success open admission program de-signed for students who want to enroll inSoutheastern LouisianaUniversity but donot yetmeet its admission requirements.NTCC will help you develop a course

plan of developmental and transfer-eligible courses to reach your goal to-wards a bachelor’s degree. Classes areat the Hammond,Walker andMandevilleSoutheastern locations.NTCC is proud to offer an open admis-

sion program designed for students whowant to enroll in Southeastern LouisianaUniversity but who do not meet its ad-mission requirements.NTCC will help you develop a course

plan of developmental and transfer-eligi-ble courses to reach your goal.Select from60 credit hours of college-

level courses including –

• Behavioral Sciences• Business• Computer Literacy• Criminal Justice• Drafting & Design• Fine Arts• Humanities• Natural Sciences

Application checklist1. Apply at northshorecollege.edu and

pay $5 application fee either onlineor in-person at the Hammond NTCCcampus location.

2. Apply at southeastern.edu and paythe application fee either online orin-person at Southeastern’s maincampus. Complete Free Applica-tion for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.ed.gov using NTCC code, 006756.

3. Complete ACT (NTCC ACT code:5028) or Compass within the lastthree years. (ACT scores are used todetermine course placement, not asan entrance exam.)

4. Provide immunization recordsor signthe immunization waiver.

5. Provide official high school tran-scripts, diploma or GED.

6. Submit official transcripts from anypreviously attended, post-secondaryinstitutions.

7. Register with Selective Service Card(male students only) at sss.gov.

DeadlineOpen admissions with applications

taken through Dec. 1 for the Spring 2015term with no late fee. A late fee appliesafter that time.

If you plan to attend:Orientations are scheduled prior to

each semester.When students fill out ap-plications, they will receive informationregarding orientations and registration.Multiple orientation dates are availablefor students to select from each semes-ter. Tours are available upon request.Students have the option of paying

$10 for 400 prints each semester as astudent service as well as the option toutilize the Pennington Center, Southeast-ern’s state-of-the-art recreation center,for an additional $38.00 per semester.

Financial assistanceA financial-aid calendar that identi-

fies important deadlines, plus importantfinancial-aid information including forms,FAQs, policies and contact informationfor NTCC’s Financial Aid Officers, can befound on our website, www.northsho-recollege.edu, by clicking on the Finan-cial Aid section.

Northshore Technical Community CollegeNorthshore. With convenient locationsacross the Northshore, NTCC offers ac-cessible, affordable educationwithmorethan25programs leading to two-year de-grees, professional certificates or transi-tions to a four-year university.

els of students. High school graduates,non-graduates, those seeking a careerchange or re-entry into the workforceare all welcomed and eligible to apply foradmission.

Success open admission program de-signed for students who want to enroll inSoutheastern LouisianaUniversity but donot yetmeet its admission requirements.

plan of developmental and transfer-eligible courses to reach your goal to-wards a bachelor’s degree. Classes areat the Hammond,Walker andMandevilleSoutheastern locations.

sion program designed for students whowant to enroll in Southeastern LouisianaUniversity but who do not meet its ad-mission requirements.

plan of developmental and transfer-eligi-ble courses to reach your goal.

level courses including –

NorthshoreTechnicalCommunity CollegeMain campus1710 Sullivan DriveBogalusa, LA 70427

Connect-to-Success sitesSoutheastern Main Campus900 BWest University AvenueHammond, LA 70402

SoutheasternSt. TammanyCenter21454 Koop DriveMandeville, LA 70471

Southeastern Livingston Literacyand Technology Center(offering classes in Spring 2015)9261 Florida BoulevardWalker, LA 70785

Phone985-549-5145

Fax985-549-5141

Websitewww.northshorecollege.edu

ContactDean of Academics and STEMTina Tinney

Photo provided by Northshore Technical Community College.

SucceSS iS. . .within your reach

The connect to SucceSS ProgramNTCC is proud to offer our open admission program designed for students

who want to enroll in Southeastern Louisiana University but do not yet meet

its admission requirements. NTCC will help you develop a course plan of

developmental and transfer-eligible courses to seamlessly reach your goal.

northshorecollege.edu

start building your future today! For more information:email: [email protected] | call: 985-549-5145


At Nicholls State University,you’ll get a memorable collegeexperience custom-designed foryou.With our small size and family

atmosphere, we’re able to helpyou create your own possibili-ties —whether that’s landing animpressive internship, leading acampus organization, study-ing abroad, conducting hands-on research or accomplishingsomething totally new.

AdmissionsSubmit your application as

soon as possible or by Jan. 5for scholarship consideration.The application is online atnicholls.edu/admission.

Financial AidOur financial aid counselors

would be happy to walk youthrough all your funding oppor-tunities— grants, student loans,student employment and schol-arships. Call 985-448-4048. Ifyou have a 3.0 GPA and at leasta 24 composite on the ACT,you’ll automatically be consid-ered for a scholarship if you ap-ply to Nicholls before Jan. 5.

Unique ProgramsIn addition to our strong pro-

grams in business, educationand nursing, Nicholls offersseveral one-of-a-kind degreeprograms that you won’t findanywhere else.The Chef John Folse Culinary

Institute offers the only four-

year culinary degree in Louisi-ana and will open a brand-newfacility in Spring 2015. Our grad-uates go on to exciting careersin restaurants, catering, culinarynutrition, and hotel and casinofood-service operations acrossthe world.In our petroleum engineering

technology and safety man-agement program, you’ll studyalongside experienced profes-sionals, preparing for a lucra-tive career in safety, deepwaterdrilling, production, service andsupply. Plus, our program isdesigned so that you can workoffshore while completing yourdegree.Unlike any other program cur-

rently being offered in the U.S.,our maritime management pro-gram is led by industry profes-sionals and prepares studentsfor leadership positions in theoil and gas sector of the mari-time industry.Nicholls’ geomatics program,

the only one in the state, trainsstudents to use satellite tech-nology such as GPS to becomeprofessional land surveyors —an in-demand career field.

Pride Points• The Nicholls Department of

Nursing is one of the top 15nursing programs in the na-tion.

• Nicholls ranks as the safestpublic four-year university inLouisiana.

• The campus is home to

the Louisiana Center forDyslexia and Related Learn-ing Disorders, which pro-vides comprehensive servic-es to students with dyslexia.

• For six consecutive years,Nicholls has been desig-nated as a Military FriendlySchool.

• Our art department helpspreserve and operate theChauvin Sculpture Garden— considered one of the 25

most amazing sculpture gar-dens in the world.

• Since 1974, Nicholls hasserved more than 170,000pounds of crawfish to stu-dents at its annual CrawfishDay.

• Nicholls has 14 NCAADivision I sports teams andhosts Archie, Peyton andEli Manning at the annualManning Passing Academy.

Nicholls State UniversityNICHOLLSSTATEUNIVERSITYLocation906 E First StreetThibodaux, LA 70310

Phone877-NICHOLLS(877-642-4655)

[email protected]

Web Addressnicholls.edu

At Nicholls State University, year culinary degree in Louisi-

All photos were provided by Nicholls State University.


those credentials? One placeto learn about current job list-ings, typical salaries and skillsrequired is www.laworks.net/Stars/default.aspx.• Academic Match — Where

can you gain admission? Basedon your GPA and test scores,youmay assume that the schoolof your choice is a reach for you,but don’t be too hasty to rule itout.Gus Wales, LOSFA director of

public information and commu-nication, used his personal ex-perience as an example. He saidhe assumed LSU was too muchof a reach for him until he tookan advanced college placementclass at LSU. That resolved hisdoubts, and he later enrolled inLSU, now his alma mater.LOSFA officials said aiming

too low can backfire. A studentwho chooses a program thatisn’t challenging academicallymay find it hard to stay moti-vated.• Social and Emotional Match —

What type of environment willwork best for you?Some students find a large

university academically stimu-lating; others may find it intimi-dating and prefer a small schoolwith smaller classes. What areyour thoughts and feelingsabout living at home or on cam-pus?• Retention Match — Which

institution has the greatest suc-cess rate with retaining studentswith similar attributes to you?• Cost of Choice Match — All

other things being equal, whichoption allows you to completeyour degree with the leastamount of loan debt? Remem-

ber that there’s often more thanone route to the same goal, socompare your options.

Paying for educationThe average debt load for

those graduating from Louisi-ana colleges and universities in2013 was more than $22,000.Lingering student-loan debt hasbecome a national issue.The sooner you can pay off

your student loans, the sooneryour future earnings are avail-able to you.Scholarships, grants and find-

ing ways to control your costscan help you avoid borrowingmore than you actually need.Student loans have to be paidback even if, for some reason,you don’t graduate.While many Louisiana stu-

dents can benefit from TOPS,TOPS does not pay for everyexpense you’ll encounter.LOSFA officials said fees, such

as those associated with col-lege applications, orientation,dorm deposits and parking of-ten are overlooked in planningfor college costs. Make sure youunderstand what you’ll be re-quired to do to keep your TOPSscholarship.Deborah F. Paul, LOSFA schol-

arship/grant director, recom-mends that high school stu-dents meet with their schoolcounselors and also contactLOSFA to begin learning abouttheir options to pay for college.LOSFA’s mission is to promotecollege access, and by “college,”that means post-secondary pro-grams ranging from certificateprograms and two-year pro-grams as well as private andpublic universities.There isn’t a one-size-fits-all

way to keep costs down sinceindividual situations vary wide-ly. Often, a successful strategy

combines financing from vari-ous sources, including scholar-ships and savings. Cost-savingstrategies can include enrollingin advanced placement classeswhile in high school or living athome while attending college.Once you’ve decided what

school you want to attend,Paul recommends a visit to theschool’s admission and finan-cial aid offices.When you know what course

of study you want to take, lookfor scholarships and grants thatmay be specifically geared for

it. Paul suggests casting a widenet for scholarships and studygrants, not all of which arebased on ACT scores or GPAs.For example, some scholarshipstarget students entering nontra-ditional fields such as a womanwho wants to become an engi-neer. Other scholarships may beintended for children of parentsin certain industries or mem-bers of a specific organization.Even small scholarships mayhelp you buy textbooks.“Don’t leave money on the

table,” Paul said. Research may

reveal some sources of helpthat you might otherwise over-look. Paul said LOSFA can helpstudents find job-forecast infor-mation to help predict the likeli-hood of finding employment intheir chosen courses of study.Many financial aid programs

require a student to completea FAFSA, or Free Application forFederal Student Aid. Studentscan only do this their senioryear, but before then, it is pos-sible to do a practice version tohelp you project where you’llstand.

EDUCATIONContinued from page 2

Researching college onlineHere are some helpful websites for help inchoosing financing and financing higher edu-cation options.

www.osfa.la.gov/index.jspwww.geauxtocollege.la.govwww.osfa.la.govwww.louisianaconnect.orgwww.collegesavings.orgwww.fafsa4caster.ed.govhttp://studentaid.gov/www.careerinfonet.org/scholarshipsearch

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The decision of where to pursue higher education is one of themmost far-reaching decisions of a lifetime.

Apply Now!!www.xula.edu • (504) 520-7388


Focusing on personalizededucation through 50-plus academic programs,Our Lady of Holy CrossCollege offers traditionalCatholic liberal artseducation geared totoday’s world.

OLHCC President Dr. David “Buck” Landryleads a committed faculty.OLHCC has a 13:1 student faculty ratio, so

students never get lost in the crowd.OLHCC’s Nursing Program is the 2014

Nursing School of the Year in the entry-into-practice program category.Other leading majors are counseling,

education, biology, business administra-tion and a radiologic technology programaffiliated with Ochsner.OLHCC began offering its first PhD in

counseling last year, and a new doctoralprogram in education is in the works.For information and to apply for financial

assistance, visit olhcc.edu/financial-aid.

Our Lady of Holy Cross College

Location4123 Woodland DriveNew Orleans 70131

Phone(504) 398-2175

Admissions websiteViewFocusOnMe.com

Application fee:None, apply for free

Main college websiteolhcc.edu

Fall Open HouseOct. 29, 5:30-7:30 pmRSVP: (504) 398-2175

Founded by the Marianite sistersnearly a century ago, OLHCCeducates hearts and minds.

OPEN HOUSE

Wednesday, Oct. 295:30–7:30 pm

Our FocusIs You

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