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Welcome to Century College

Welcome to Century College. Discover Century Information Session. Established 1996 Lakewood Community College- 1967 Northeast Metro Technical College- 1969 164 acres. Century College has increased its enrollment from just over 7200 students in 2001 to more than 10,000 in 2010.

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Welcome to Century College

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  1. Welcome to Century College Discover Century Information Session

  2. Established 1996 • Lakewood Community College- 1967 • Northeast Metro Technical College- 1969 • 164 acres

  3. Century College has increased its enrollment from just over 7200 students in 2001 to more than 10,000 in 2010.

  4. Century College has a diverse student population. • 36% students of color • 14% Asian • 11% African American/African Origin

  5. 40% of Century students are age 25 or over.

  6. 53 % of Century students are part-time. 47% are full-time.

  7. Century College is a part of the Minnesota State College and University System (MnSCU).

  8. Why Century? • Cost- $173.36 per credit hour- for every $1 you pay, the state of MN pays approximately $1 towards your education

  9. Why Century? How do we compare? • Century College…………………….……..$5,201 • MnSCU 4-year universities (average)..........…$7,037 • U of M—Twin Cities…………………...…..$12,902 • Minn. School of Bus./Globe College…..….…$19,575 • Carleton College……………………..……$42,942 .

  10. Why Century? • Cost- $173.36 per credit hour- for every $1 you pay, the state of MN pays approximately $1 towards your education • Convenience- evening & day classes offered; easy access to 694; we can gear a transfer program to fit your needs • Connections- faculty & staff are friendly and concerned about your academic success

  11. Programs and Degrees Liberal Arts and Transfer Options 4-year college or university = Bachelor’s Degree

  12. Technical & Industrial Careers • Engineering • Engineering CAD • Facilities Systems Technology • HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning)

  13. Accounting Business Programs Computer Forensics Computer Information Systems Computer Science Information and Telecommunications Technology Business & Computer Careers • Marketing • Marketing Communication Technology • Microcomputer Support Technology • Office Technology/Office Technology—Medical

  14. Applied Arts & Design Careers • Interior Design • Kitchen & Bath Design • Visual Communication Technology • Graphic Design • Photography • Digital Video • Interactive Media

  15. Health Careers Medical Assistant Nursing Orthotic Practitioner Orthotic Technology Prosthetic Practitioner Prosthetic Technology Radiologic Technology

  16. Health Careers • Chemical Dependency • Dental Assistant • Dental Hygiene • Emergency Medical Services/EMT • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Human Services

  17. Service Careers • Auto Body • Auto Service Technology • Cosmetology • Criminal Justice • Horticulture • Interpreter/Translator • Investigative Science • Law Enforcement • Paraeducator • Public Safety

  18. PSEO (Post Secondary Enrollment Options) • Created by the MN Dept. of Ed to enhance the high school experience and promote academic rigor • Program allows high school juniors and seniors to take college courses • Free tuition and books • Different ways to qualify • Class rank • Standardized test score • Essay and letter of recommendation • Excellent opportunity to earn high school and college credits

  19. Services to students • Counseling Center • Access Center • Multicultural Student Center • Tutorial Centers

  20. Student Life Clubs and organizations include: • Student Senate • Special interest clubs • Academic interest clubs • RockitScience Club • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society • Intramural sports/recreation • Performing arts • Intercollegiate athletics: • Men’s and women’s soccer; • Baseball (men’s) and Softball (women’s)

  21. Application Process • Application • $20 application fee required • Special Applications- Dental Assistant, Dental Hygiene, Medical Assisting, Nursing, Orthotic/ Prosthetic Practitioner, Paramedic, Radiologic Technology • Assessment Test-English, Reading, & Math • New Student Orientation

  22. Financial Aid • All financial aid comes through the FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) • Fill out the FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov • Financial Aid office at 651-779-3305 or e-mail finaid@century.edu

  23. Century College Web Site • All of the information contained in this presentation can be found on Century’s Web Page • Provides links to all departments & services • Allows students to apply on-line or download & print out the application • www.century.edu

  24. Thanks for coming If you have any other questions, please call the Admissions Office at (651) 773-1700, e-mail admissions@century.edu or IM centuryadmission

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