2018 College Admission Update

Welcome to the 2018 College Admission Update, compiled by the Illinois

Association for College Admission Counseling. 73 institutions of higher education, from Illinois and throughout the United States, have provided information about their campuses. For individual colleges and universities, the update may include admission profiles and deadlines, costs and scholarship opportunities, academic program information and campus descriptions. Additionally, direct links to each of the university web sites are included, so that you may gain further information and insight.

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Table of Contents Institution Page

Alverno College 4 Antioch College 4 Arkansas State University 4, 5 Baldwin Wallace University 5 Bowling Green State University 5 Bradley University 6 Butler University 6 Carthage College 7 Central Methodist University 7 City Colleges of Chicago 7, 8 College for Creative Studies 8 College of DuPage 8, 9 Columbus College of Art & Design 9 Concordia University Wisconsin 9, 10 DePaul University 10 Dickinson College 10, 11 Drake University 11 Eastern Illinois University 12 Elmhurst College 12, 13 Governors State University 13 Greenville University 13, 14 Illinois College 14 Illinois Institute of Technology 14,15 Indiana University - Bloomington 15 IUPUI 15,16 Knox College 16 Lake Forest College 17 Lawrence Technological University 17 Lincoln College 17, 18 Loyola University New Orleans 18 MacMurray College 18 Marquette University 19 Miami University 19, 20 Midwestern University College of Pharmacy 20 Millikin University 20, 21 Missouri State University 21 Missouri University of Science and Technology 21, 22 Monmouth College 22 Morton College 22,23 North Central College 23 North Park University 23, 24 Northeastern Illinois University 24 Northern Illinois University 24,25 Northern Michigan University 25 2 Northwest Suburban College 25, 26 Northwestern University 26 Quincy University 26 Rhodes College 27 Rock Valley College 27, 28 Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology 28 St. Ambrose University 28 Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing 29 Saint Xavier University 29 School of the Art Institute of Chicago 30 Southern Illinois University Carbondale 30 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 31 The University of Alabama 31 University of Arkansas 32 University of Central Missouri 32, 33 University of Dayton 33 University of East Anglia 33 University of Louisville 34 University of Missouri Columbia 34, 35 University of Roehampton London 35 University of South Alabama 35, 36 University of St. Andrews Scotland 36 University of Wisconsin Milwaukee 36, 37 University of Wisconsin Parkside 37 University of Wisconsin Whitewater 37, 38 Wartburg College 38 Western Illinois University 38, 39 Western Michigan University 39 William Woods University 39, 40

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Alverno College 3400 S. 43rd Street Milwaukee, WI 53219 Annual Cost: Tuition: $28,302 Room & Board: $8,546 Web Site: www.alverno.edu Phone: 414-382-6110 • Alverno is a Catholic Franciscan college founded in 1887. 22 different religions are represented on campus. • Alverno is one of the largest Catholic women's colleges. There are 1,300 students enrolled in the undergraduate program. • Wisconsin's first, and currently only, Hispanic-Serving Institution. 45% of the student body are women of color. • Alverno does not use standard grades. Alverno pioneered the ability-based curriculum. Learn more at www.alverno.edu/grades.php and www.alverno.edu/grades • Alverno offers seven sports at the NCAA Division 3 level: basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball.

Antioch College 1 Morgan Place Yellow Springs, OH 45387 Annual Cost: Tuition: $35,568 Room & Board: $11,460 Web Site: www.antiochcollege.edu Phone: 937-319-6082 • All students who attend Antioch College complete at least three full-time (often paid) work experiences. • Students design their own majors leading to the BA or BS degree. • Antioch College is a test-optional school. SAT and AP scores are never required for admission. • All students who require need-based financial aid receive generous packages from the College upon admission. • Homeschooled and unschooled applicants are welcome.

Additional Information: Though an interview is not required, we encourage students to schedule an interview with a counselor or an alumnus of the college.

Arkansas State University PO Box 1800 State University, AR 72467 Annual Cost: Tuition: $8,628 (in-state) Room & Board: 8,320 $15,318 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.astate.edu Phone: 870-972-2782 • Admission: 19 ACT/ SAT Equivalent 2.30 GPA • With more than 130 Degrees to choose from, you're bound to find "your thing" More than 60 minors! • In-State Tuition for Out-of-State students with 24 ACT or Equivalent SAT and 3.0 GPA! • 16 NCAA Division I Athletic Teams! 7 Consecutive Bowl Appearances 150 Clubs and Organizations • Avg. class size: 28 9,818 undergraduate students 17:1 student to faculty ratio

4 Additional Information: Apply online at www.astate.edu/applynow

Baldwin Wallace University 275 Eastland Road Berea, OH 44017 Annual Cost: Tuition: $ 32,586 Room & Board: $11,282 Web Site: www.bw.edu/admission Phone: 440-826-2222 • For over 20 years, U.S. News and World Report has counted BW among the Midwest's Best Universities, ranking it in the top 20. The US News Rankings affirm BW's "Top College" rankings by Forbes and Money magazine and a Princeton Review "Best Midwestern Colleges" recognition. • Merit scholarships range from $10,000 – 17,000. Liberal arts students from outside Ohio receive a $4,000 grant. In-state and out-of-state costs are identical. Students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0+ may apply test optional by submitting a recently graded writing sample. • With over 80 majors to choose from, BW’s newest programs include engineering (general), acting (BFA), environmental science, and applied mathematics. • Every BW student applies what they learn through experiential learning: travel, service, internships, field experience, research, clinics or other experience. Every nine out of ten graduates report being employed or in graduate school within one year of graduating from BW. • Our All-Steinway Conservatory of Music provides students with opportunities to perform, compose, conduct, teach and excel. BW Conservatory alumni are across the U.S. in lead roles on Broadway, television and film, plus in guest artist roles and positions.

Additional Information: Baldwin Wallace’s priority application deadline is November 1. You may use the Common Application or apply at BW.edu/apply. Both options are free.

Bowling Green State University 200 University Hall Office of Admission Bowling Green, OH 43403 Annual Cost: Tuition: $19,208 Room & Board: $9,168 Web Site: www.bgsu.edu Phone: 419-372-2478 • BGSU is proud that 97 percent of graduates report they’re employed, in graduate school or starting a business within six months of graduating. Our Career Center helps with resumes and cover letters and organizes job fairs. • When students arrive at BGSU, they will find it’s part of a city that is safe, affordable and fun. Ranked one of the best college towns in the nation, BG is also one of Ohio’s top hometowns. • We award academic excellence! BGSU is a Top-10 school for offering the most merit aid to out- of-state students. This includes automatic and renewable scholarships and a scholarship specifically for out-of-state students. • You are guaranteed an internship or experience through our Falcon Internship Preparation Program. Options include a clinical, co-op, study abroad trip, performance, undergraduate research and more. • We offer top programs in communication, business, forensics, education and sports management. Students from around the world come to BGSU because of our world-renowned academic options.

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Bradley University 1501 W. Bradley Ave. Peoria, IL 61625 Annual Cost: Tuition: 33,760 Room & Board: $10,620 Web Site: www.bradley.edu Phone: 309-677-1000 • Bradley is a private university in mid-sized Peoria, Illinois, offering 185 academic programs to prepare 5,400 students for immediate and substantial career success by providing resources not available at small colleges and more personalized experiences than large universities. • The Engineering program, ranked among the top 30 nationally among undergraduate-focused engineering schools by U.S. News, and the Business school, ranked in the top 50 by Bloomberg Businessweek, will move into a new, shared facility beginning in Fall 2019. • New majors and academic programs are now available in Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Public Health Education, and User Interface Design. • Bradley’s unique Music Business and Music Entertainment Industry programs offer students the opportunity to prepare for the music business industry either as performers or in non-performing careers. The Music Business degree at Bradley is the oldest in the United States. • The Wall Street Journal ranks Bradley among the Top 10 universities in the nation for Student Engagement. Students enjoy the benefits of attending a university recognized for providing a personalized and meaningful experience.

Additional Information: All Bradley application periods are Rolling Admission with a non-binding Early Choice Period offered to freshmen July 1 – October 15. Notification and priority scholarship consideration occurs August – November. Admitted students with a completed FAFSA receive financial awards by November 15.

Butler University 4600 Sunset Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46208 Annual Cost: Tuition: $40,160 Room & Board: $13,830 Web Site: www.butler.edu/admission Phone: 317-940-8100 • Butler provides students a liberal arts foundation with nationally recognized pre-professional programs, coupled with numerous opportunities for experiential learning. Students engage with full-time faculty from their first day on campus, building relationships that continue throughout their time at Butler and beyond. • Butler’s focus on student success led to our 2017 placement rate of 97% and a median starting salary of $55,000. Most Bulldogs participate in an internship, student teaching, undergraduate research, or other opportunity that helps them prepare for post-graduation success. • Butler offers a new Healthcare and Business major, an innovative collaboration between our College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and the Lacy School of Business. Students study healthcare, business, and the liberal arts, along with flexible elective choices and internships. • Irvington House, Butler’s newest residence facility opens fall 2018. The state-of-the-art, 647-bed, suite-style residence hall features a cardio fitness room, private study spaces, recreation center and social lounge as well as laundry facilities on every floor. The addition of this new facility and future developments in campus housing is a critical step toward advancing Butler’s educational mission through superior campus amenities. • Butler’s Andre B. Lacy School of Business was named No. 1 in the nation for internships by Bloomberg BusinessWeek, the School’s 2017 graduating class achieved a 99% placement rate.

6 Additional Information: Families can file the FAFSA beginning October 1, with a December 1 recommended filing date. March 1 is Butler’s Priority FAFSA Deadline.

Carthage College 2001 Alford Park Dr. Kenosha, WI 53140 Annual Cost: Tuition: $43,550 Room & Board: $12,000 Web Site: www.carthage.edu Phone: 800-351-4058 • Founded in 1847, Carthage College is a four year, private college of the liberal arts and sciences in Kenosha, Wisconsin • Carthage’s campus is an 80 acre arboretum located on the shore of Lake Michigan, midway between Chicago and Milwaukee. Easy access to two major metropolitan areas gives students opportunities for real world experience and networking • Carthage is home to 2,600 full time undergraduate students and 400 part time students. Our average class size is just 17 students. Carthage’s student to faculty ratio is 12:1 • Carthage awards the Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in more than 40 subject areas, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, a Master of Education degree, and a Master of Science in Business Design and Innovation degree • Carthage fields 24 NCAA Division III teams competing in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin. About a third of our student body participates in varsity intercollegiate athletics, and another third participates in the many intramural and club sports offered.

Central Methodist University 41 Central Methodist Square Fayette, MO 65248 Annual Cost: Tuition: $24,420 Room & Board: $7,940 Web Site: www.centralmethodist.edu Phone: 660-24-6251 • We are the only Methodist University in the State of Missouri. Methodist Students receive a Half- Tuition Scholarship. • We have Two opportunities for full-tuition scholarships. Eagle Select and Centrals Got Talent. Both are scholarship competitions. • Our top 5 majors are: Marine Biology, Athletic Training, Nursing, Music Education and Business. We have over 40 different majors. • We have 14 different athletic teams and award winning Fine and Performing Arts programs. • We have recently converted our campus to Digital U. This allows our student to immerse themselves within the curriculum and make them more competitive in the job market.

City Colleges of Chicago 180 N. Wabash, Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60601 Annual Cost: Tuition: $146 per credit hour $481 per credit hour Web Site: www.ccc.edu Phone: 312-553-2630

7 • Throughout our 100 year history, City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) has provided pathways to success for more than 1 million alumni. Learn more about CCC - student success stories and our innovative College to Careers program. Visit our website, www.ccc.edu, for more information. • At City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), we are committed to providing our students a broad range of educational opportunities and services to help them achieve their education and career goals. We serve a highly diverse student population, including full-time, part-time, transfer, disabled, under- represented, military veteran, and international students • The City Colleges of Chicago is dedicated to creating opportunities for high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit prior to graduating high school. • High school juniors and seniors may have the opportunity to enroll in college level courses before graduation. Students at participating high schools may elect to take a CCC college course at their school; or students can take a class at one of the seven CCC campuses while they are still enrolled in high school. • Students who graduate from CPS in 2017 or after with a 3.0 GPA who test completion-ready in math and English will be able to pursue an associate degree at City Colleges of Chicago at no cost - free tuition and books through our Star Scholarship Program.

College for Creative Studies 201 E. Kirby Detroit, MI 48202 Annual Cost: Tuition: $44,110 Room & Board: $5,700-6,800 Web Site: www.collegeforcreativestudies.edu Phone: 313-664-7426 • The College for Creative Studies offers Bachelor of Fine Art degrees in these majors: Advertising Design; Communication Design; Crafts; Entertainment Arts; Fashion Accessories Design; Fine Arts; Illustration; Interior Design; Photography, Product Design and Transportation Design and a Teacher Certification in Art Education. • Graduate Programs (MFA) include degrees in Color and Materials Design; Integrated Design; Interaction Design and Transportation Design. • We pride ourselves on our outstanding facilities and strong connections to industry. Last year alone, more than 225 companies visited the college for recruiting events. • Fun facts: CCS alumni designed or created not one, but two movie Batmobiles; Yoda; Usain Bolt's gold sneakers; Bongo Comics (the Simpsons, Futurama); Disney's latest "Big City Greens"; The Empowerment Plan - a non-profit that makes coats that turn into sleeping bags for the homeless, and many cars you see on the road today. • CCS provides students a rigorous and innovative education aligned with industry requirements. Our graduates are innovators, problem solvers and futurists who are prepared for a career, not just a job.

College of DuPage 425 Fawell Blvd. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Annual Cost: Tuition: $136 per credit hour (in-district) $322 per credit hour (out-of-district) Web Site: www.cod.edu Phone: 630-942-2626 • College of DuPage is the second largest provider of undergraduate education in Illinois, after University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. We offer 7 Associate degrees in Arts, Science, Engineering Science, Applied Science, General Studies, Fine Arts-Art, and Fine Arts-Music.

8 • College of DuPage offers a pathway to guaranteed admission to the College of Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The Engineering Pathways program utilizes community college and university learning experiences to prepare qualified students for careers in engineering. • Current high school students can enroll in college-level classes through our Early Admissions program. The benefits include starting their college education early, earning college credits before they finish high school, and transferring qualified college credits to other colleges or universities. • College of DuPage offers three merit-based scholarships as part of the Scholars Award Program. District 502 high school seniors with a minimum 25 ACT Composite, 1200 SAT Total Score, or a 3.5/4.0 GPA are eligible to apply. • College of DuPage partners with six universities to offer degree programs at a reduced cost through our 3+1 Program. Students take three years of classes on campus, with the fourth year taught by the partner universities at College of DuPage.

Columbus College of Art & Design 60 Cleveland Ave. Columbus, OH 43215 Annual Cost: Tuition: $34,920 Room & Board: $13,170 Web Site: www.ccad.edu Phone: 614-222-3263 • CCAD is one of the oldest private, nonprofit art and design colleges in the United States, offering 12 four-year undergraduate programs and two graduate programs that produce graduates equipped to shape culture and business at the highest level. • Our students bring one-of-a-kind vision to art and design. “Chroma: Best of CCAD” is our annual campus-wide juried show and celebration. It features exemplary pieces from every major, CORE program, and first-year MFA students. Ccad.edu/chroma • Columbus Ohio is: No. 1 opportunity city in the US, No. 1 city for new college grads, 3rd most fashion designers behind New York and LA, No. 4 best city to start a business,No. 6 best place for creatives • CCAD prepares our students for noteworthy careers in fields you might expect, and others you wouldn’t. Creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking are skill imperatives for any path. Luckily, a CCAD education equips our graduates with all those and more. • 71.4% of BFA graduates are employed or are pursuing further education within six months of graduation. 95.3% of BFA graduates employed are working in a field that is related to their career goals within six months of graduation

Concordia University Wisconsin 12800 Lake Shore Drive Mequon, WI 53097 Annual Cost: Tuition: $29,000 Room & Board: $10,000 Web Site: www.cuw.edu Phone: 262-243-4302 • Concordia University Wisconsin is nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan only 15 minutes north of downtown Milwaukee. Our terraced bluff meets protected wildlife refuges and a private beach making our campus truly one of a kind. • Concordia University Wisconsin is a liberal arts university that offers over 70 different majors housed in 6 different schools.

9 • At 2600 students, our undergraduate enrollment makes us the 3rd largest private school in Wisconsin. With an average class size of 18 and a student to faculty ratio of 11:1, students will receive an individualized experience in the classroom. • At 32 collegiate programs, CUW athletics offers the most teams in Division III in the US • We are currently expanding our campus with the addition of the Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center. This will promote free market principles across the disciplines of healthcare, education, science, technology, and the arts.

DePaul University 1 E. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60604 Annual Cost: Tuition: $39,369 ($40,599 Theatre and Music) Room & Board: $14,415 Web Site: http://www.depaul.edu Phone: 312-362-8300 • DePaul uses the Common Application exclusively for freshmen. The postmark deadline for our non-binding Early Action Program (EAP) is November 15. Students are notified of their admission decisions by January 15 and, if admitted, receive priority consideration for merit scholarships, housing, and orientation. Students submitting an application by the February 1 Regular Notification deadline are notified of their admission decisions by March 15. The Theatre School and School of Music operate under different deadlines; please visit www.depaul.edu/admissionfor details. Early FAFSA priority filing date is Nov. 15, with financial aid awarding beginning mid-December for admitted students. • DePaul University is "test-optional" for freshmen applying for fall. Students interested in this option are encouraged to talk to their admission counselor to get more information. In adopting a test-optional approach, DePaul seeks to further enhance our student-centered admission process. • DePaul University is located on two main campuses within the city of Chicago. Students study at one of eight different colleges and can choose among over 300 academic programs. At the heart of each program is a liberal studies core curriculum, which allows students to explore a wide variety of academic interests. DePaul operates on the quarter system which lends flexibility to course scheduling, internships and study abroad programs. • DePaul and Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science have an established Alliance for Health Sciences which gives students increased access to contemporary professional health education and state of the art health and medical training facilities. Accelerated paths into six highly competitive programs in medicine, pathologists' assistant, pharmacy, physician assistant, physical therapy and podiatric medicine at Rosalind Franklin became available to qualified DePaul students in 2017. • New at DePaul: Academic programs: Cybersecurity; Communication and Technology; Data Science; Neuroscience; BFA in Art; Biochemistry; Cyber Physical Systems Engineering; 3+3 LAS/JD programs combining Liberal Arts majors with Law degree. Our School for Cinematic Arts is offering degrees in Comedy Filmmaking in conjunction with The Second City. New facilities: the Wintrust Basketball Arena opened last fall and the new School of Music building opened this summer, 2018.

Additional Information: Theatre and Music have audition or other requirements; Animation majors must submit portfolios. See website for details. Students and counselors can find their DePaul admission counselor by visiting go.depaul.edu/counselorfinder. Our admission representatives are on Naviance’s Intersect Counselor Community. We also have a School Counselor webpage at go.depaul.edu/schoolcounselors.

Dickinson College PO Box 1773 Carlisle, PA 17013 Annual Cost: Tuition: $54,636 Room & Board: $13,698 10 Web Site: www.dickinson.edu Phone: 800-644-1773 • Chartered in 1783, just days after the Treaty of Paris was signed and the Revolutionary War ended, Dickinson was the first college chartered in the newly formed United States of America. Our founder, Dr. Benjamin Rush—a luminary of his time and signer of the Declaration of Independence—founded Dickinson on the principle that “Freedom can exist only in the society of knowledge.” • Dickinson has a 9-to-1 student-faculty ratio, 44 majors and certificate programs in fields such as health studies, security studies, food studies and social innovation & entrepreneurship. Our majors in such fields as quantitative economics, international business & management and environmental studies & environmental science set Dickinson apart among liberal-arts colleges. • Dickinson has 3+2 and graduate school agreements with such institutions as Columbia University, the Thunderbird School of Global Management and the Johns Hopkins University Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies. • Dickinson has one of the nation’s most extensive study-abroad programs, with 17 of our own global programs and dozens of partner programs on every inhabited continent on the planet. Nearly 60 percent of our students study abroad, and they arrive at Dickinson from 39 U.S. states and territories and 44 foreign countries around the globe. • Dickinson is a national leader in sustainability, and our Living Laboratory approach—through the Center for Sustainability Education, Alliance for Aquatic Resource Monitoring (ALLARM) and our organic farm, among myriad other initiatives—has led the likes of Sierra magazine, the Princeton Review and the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education to recognize our efforts continually.

Additional Information: Dickinson offers nearly $50 million in scholarships and aid to our students each year. Students can apply at dickinson.edu/apply and schedule a visit to our historic campus at dickinson.edu/visit.

Drake University 2507 University Avenue Des Moines, IA 50311 Annual Cost: Tuition: $41,250 Room & Board: $10,528 Web Site: www.drake.edu Phone: 515-271-3181 • Midsize, private liberal arts institution in the capital city of Des Moines, Iowa with more than 3,000 undergraduates and 1,800 graduate students from 45 states and more than 52 countries. Des Moines is home to over half a million people! • Over 100 different academic programs, with Actuarial Science, Journalism, Pre-Pharmacy, and Politics/Law being our most popular. Science areas are becoming more popular with new science buildings on campus, and new Pre-Athletic Training and Pre-Occupational Therapy programs. • The Drake Bulldogs compete in NCAA Division I as members of the Missouri Valley Conference and Pioneer Football League. To see our sports and get in contact with coaches, please visit https://godrakebulldogs.com/ • Drake is test-optional! As long as a student has a 3.0 GPA, they can apply test-optional, and be eligible for merit-based scholarships. • Des Moines is No. 1 among “Best Places for Business and Careers” by Forbes, and headquartered to Principal Financial Group, Meredith Corporation, Nationwide Insurance, and Wells Fargo; over 60 insurance companies; five area hospitals; and the State Capitol.

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Eastern Illinois University 600 Lincoln Avenue 1230 Old Main Charleston, IL 61920 Annual Cost: Tuition: $11,803.48 (in-state) Room & Board: $9,500 $14,023.48 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.eiu.edu/admissions Phone: 217-51-2233 • Eastern Illinois University is a public, comprehensive university, rural in nature, offering accessible undergraduate and graduate education on its 320-acre campus. EIU offers 51 undergraduate majors, 74 minors;36 graduate programs; and 10 post-baccalaureate certificate programs. • Eastern Illinois University continues to be the highest- ranking Illinois school among the Midwest’s top public regional universities, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2018 annual college ranking. • 99% Courses Taught by Faculty; Student to Faculty Ratio: 14-1; Average Class Size: 15 Students;580+ Study Abroad Programs 200+ Registered Student Organization; Ohio Valley Division I Panther Athletics 94% Placement Rate • 80% of EIU students receive some form of financial aid each year. EIU processes $100+ million each year through scholarships, grants, work-study jobs and/or loans. EIU remains invested in its students throughout their university career. Visit https://www.eiu.edu/scholarships/ for more information. • EIU's textbook rental saves students $900.00 annually. Panther Promise is a tuition grant for students from households with an annual income ranging from $30,000.00 - $73,000.00. Numerous scholarships and grants remain available for students from households in other income ranges.

Additional Information: Apply early; Application fee: $30.00 (fee waivers are accepted);Students from Illinois border states pay Illinois in-state tuition; New Majors Fall 2018: Construction Management, Digital Media, Engineering Technology, Neuroscience, Exercise Science, Sports Management, Television & Video Production

Elmhurst College 190 S. Prospect Ave. Elmhurst, IL 60126 Annual Cost: Tuition: $37,055 Room & Board: $10,566 Web Site: www.elmhurst.edu Phone: 630-617-3400 • Elmhurst College has unique scholarship opportunities based on merit as well as hosting specialized competitions for first-generation students and students serving society. • Over half of Elmhurst College's incoming first-year class for Fall 2018 are first-generation college students. • Located just a few blocks from Elmhurst's City Centre and Metra, students can be in downtown Chicago in approximately 30 minutes. • Elmhurst's most popular majors include Business, Biology, Nursing, Music, Education, and Computer Science.

12 • Elmhurst College supports individuals through their college journey by welcoming students, supporting students, challenging them, and preparing them to launch themselves into a global society.

Governors State University 1 University parkway University Park, IL 60484 Annual Cost: Tuition: $12,196 (in-state) Room & Board: $5,896 $21,586 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.govst.edu Phone: 708-534-4037 • Set amongst 750 acres of prairie, GSU is located 40 miles south of Chicago, and is proud to offer the most affordable university undergraduate tuition rate in the state of Illinois. • Serving more than 5,500 students, GSU offers 64 degree and 24 certificate programs and our students earn the qualifications needed to succeed in business, industry, healthcare, the arts and education. • GSU ranked in the top 50 nationally for offering the best return on college investment by LendEDU's College Risk-Reward Indicator (CRRI) 2016. • Governors State University's College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). AACSB accreditation is a mark of excellence achieved by fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide. • Freshman Early Decision Deadline: Apply by November 1 to maximize your opportunity for campus honors program scholarships. View scholarships available to GSU students at www.govst.edu/scholarships.

Additional Information: Individuals or groups of less than 10 can register for tours of the GSU campus Monday-Thursday at 10am. There are also limited Saturday availability. Please call 708-534-4490 to check availability or to schedule a tour. A pre-admissions appointment can help you complete your application or provide more information about the admissions process. To schedule a pre-admission appointment, please send an email to [email protected] or call 708-534-4490.

Greenville University 315 E. College Avenue Greenville, IL 62246 Annual Cost: Tuition: $26,778 Room & Board: $$4,798-$5,998 annually Web Site: www.greenville.edu Phone: 618+664-7100 • For 125 Years Greenville University has provided a quality Christian liberal arts education for over 1,200 students per year. We offer over 40 undergraduate majors as well as 100% online adult and graduate programs. Our distinguished academic programs, caring faculty, and genuine Christian community are transforming the lives of students from around the globe. • Approximately 96 percent of Greenville students receive financial aid through merit scholarships, awards, grants, low-interest student loans and work-study programs. For incoming students with a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 who are hoping to fast-track their education, the university also offers a three-year degree program that speeds up the time to graduate. • Students needing a more flexible schedule can rest easy because Greenville University offers 100% undergraduate and graduate programs offer courses online. Wholly online degree programs include studies in Business Management, Criminal Justice, Health Psychology, Organizational Leadership and Elementary Education. With 9 Graduate Education Programs & Endorsements, an MBA and a Masters of Science in MGMT, think of your future: https://www.greenville.edu/admissions/online_programs/ 13 • Greenville's 50 acre campus is located in the heart of Greenville, Illinois, a beautiful town of 7,000 people located just 45 miles outside of St. Louis and is easily accessible from I-70, I-55, I- 64, and I-57. Our unique location gives invaluable opportunities for outreach, fun, hands-on- learning, and civic engagement. • Partner with Greenville University: Free for your organization, partner your business; school district; local, county, state or federal government agency; community college and/or university with GU and your employee and their families will receive scholarships between 10%-25% off tuition cost for all our online Undergraduate, Graduate, and Hybrid Programs. Workforce Development Training for your organization in multiple areas, Internship Prospects, Job Opportunities and Program Advisement are all available to your organization for FREE!

Additional Information: Greenville University is D-3 and features all men and womens sports programs with available scholarships. http://athletics.greenville.edu/information/visitors/index

Illinois College 1101 W. College Ave. Jacksonville, IL 62650 Annual Cost: Tuition: $33,090 Room & Board: $9,280 Web Site: www.ic.edu Phone: 217-245-3030 • Illinois College is a private, 4-year liberal arts college with an enrollment of 1,000 students that is located in Jacksonville, IL. • Illinois College competes in the NCAA Division III Midwest Conference. • The Graduate READY promise ensures that all students leave Illinois College on-time and prepared for their next step. It includes the Finish in 4 program that guarantees first-time, first- year students will graduate in 4 years; all students have the opportunity for at least one internship, research, international travel, or other hands-on learning opportunity; mentorship by faculty who care about the student as a person; and the cost of textbooks included in their tuition. • With a student/faculty ratio of 12:1 and average class size of 16, IC ensures intense focus and comprehensive guidance for each student. The majority of faculty are full-time with no teaching assistants instructing the courses. All courses are taught by faculty themselves. • With over 45 different majors and programs, including combined degree programs, students have enormous choice as they lay their paths towards successful careers. New programs include Actuarial Science, Agribusiness, Sports Management, Criminal Justice, Dual Languages, Neuroscience, Publishing & Editing, Health Sciences, and Public History are now enrolling.

Illinois Institute of Technology 10 W. 33rd Street Perlstein Hall, Room 101 Chicago, IL 60616 Annual Cost: Tuition: $45,872 Room & Board: $12,762 Web Site: www.iit.edu Phone: 312-567-3025 • Illinois Tech is a private, STEM focused university of just over 3,000 undergraduate students, with an average class size of 22, and a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. All undergraduate courses are taught by professors.

14 • Illinois Tech boasts over 40 academic majors. Our engineering college is top 10 in the nation according to USA Today, and our College of Architecture is #1 in the Midwest according to Design Intelligence. New this year are programs in both Cyber Security and Statistics! • Illinois Tech's unique co-terminal programs allow students to receive a bachelor's and master's degree from us in 5 years, with all financial aid students receive as undergraduates applied toward the fifth year of the program. With over 50 different options, there's one for every student! • Illinois Tech alumni have done everything from invent the original cell phone, invent bar code technology, discover the hole in the ozone layer, program the Mars rovers, and so much more. • Opening Fall 2018, Illinois Tech's new Kaplan Center building was designed by architecture professor John Ronan and is the first building of its kind in Illinois. Led by tech leader Howward Tullman, it will house the university's IPRO program, IDEA Shop makerspace facility, Leadership academy, and more.

Additional Information: Students who apply by December 1 of their senior year are considered for a full range of merit scholarships, including full tuition through our Camras scholars program. Students are considered for need based aid by submitting the FAFSA. The middle 50% of our student body is in the top 10% of their graduating class. ACT 26-31, SAT 1220-1380. Weighted GPA between 3.75-4.4 on a 4.0 scale.

Indiana University-Bloomington 940 E. Seventh St. Bloomington, IN 47405 Annual Cost: Tuition: $10,534 (in-state) Room & Board: $10,258 $30,846 Web Site: www.indiana.edu Phone: 812-855-0661 • Indiana University is a large, public research university with over 39,000 undergraduates. Located in the beautiful college town of Bloomington, Indiana, IU is a member of the Big Ten athletic conference and offers the quintessential college experience. • IU offers more than 200 majors and minors that students can mix and match to create an inspiring, interdisciplinary academic experience. Top programs include the Jacobs School of Music, Kelley School of Business, College of Arts and Science, Media School, School of Public and Environmental Affairs, School of Global and International Studies, and School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering. • At IU, there are over 750 student organizations for exploring interests, making friends, and becoming a leader. Division 1 Athletics, extensive club and intramural sports opportunities, amazing arts and cultural programs and Greek Life are some of the many ways students get involved on campus. • More than 1500 organizations recruit IU's job ready graduates each year. 13 career centers across the campus and academic programs help students find internships, field experiences, and professional positions. 63% of IU students complete at least one internship while a student. • All of this on a big, green, beautiful campus that's consistently ranked one of America's best, and in a college town beloved by IU students and alumni alike.

IUPUI 420 University Blvd. CE 255 Indianapolis, IN 46202

15 Annual Cost: Tuition: $9,464 (in-state) Room & Board: $9,730 $28,820 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.iupui.edu Phone: 317-374-4591 • UPUI offers more than 350 academic programs from Indiana University and Purdue University. New undergraduate degree programs for this year include a B.S. in Epidemiology, B.S. in Health Data Science, and a B.S. in Music Therapy. • IUPUI offers discounted tuition to Illinois residents through the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP). Entering freshman from Illinois with a 2.75 or better high school GPA will automatically qualify for MSEP. Currently, yearly tuition and fees for MSEP students is $13,650. • IUPUI is located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, offering students a wealth of internship, externship, and job opportunities. • As IU's urban health and life sciences campus, IUPUI has developed a comprehensive array of academic units and programs to promote health -related research, education, and outreach. IUPUI's is home to five hospitals as well as the IU School of Dentistry. • IUPUI is home to the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, the first school of philanthropy in the country.

Knox College 2 E. South St. Alumni Hall – Admission Galesburg, IL 61401 Annual Cost: Tuition: $46,554 Room & Board: $9,870 Web Site: www.knox.edu Phone: 309-341-7100 • Knox College now offers science students a choice between two degree programs. Beginning in fall 2018, students will be able to pursue either a bachelor of arts degree (B.A.) or a bachelor of science degree (B.S.) in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, computer science, environmental science, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, and psychology. • We've also just announced a major in business and management. The innovative curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of a rapidly changing global economy. Business majors will spend time learning outside the classroom in real-world immersive experiences, including the Business Intensive Seminar, the Chicago Business Immersion trip, and for those interested in serious entrepreneurship, StartUp Term. • The first phase of renovations to the Umbeck Science-Mathematics Center begins this fall. The plan completely re-envisions the configuration of the building to ensure that our faculty and students can continue to do transformative teaching, learning, and research in the sciences. • Whitcomb Art Building—a 30,000-square-foot state-of-the-art space where faculty and students can study, create, and share art—opened last January. This modern, technologically sophisticated building supports our signature programs in Studio Art, Design, Art History, and our unique immersive term, “Open Studio.” It includes shops for both metal and woodworking, and expansive studios for painting, printmaking, design, sculpture, ceramics, drawing, and digital art. • Knox has joined the Coalition for College Access. Students can choose to submit a Common Application, a Coalition Application, or a Knox College Application for admission. For more information, go to knox.edu/apply.

Additional Information: When to Apply for Admission and Financial Aid* Early Decision: November 1 Early Action: November & December 1Regular Decision: January 15 *Financial aid applications should 16 be submitted by the same dates. Illinois residents who may be eligible for MAP grants should complete the FAFSA by November 1, regardless of when they apply for admission.

Lake Forest College 555 N. Sheridan Road Lake Forest, IL 60045 Annual Cost: Tuition: $47,064 Room & Board: $10,390 Web Site: www.lakeforest.edu Phone: 847-735-5000 • Location, Location, Location. Lake Forest offers students a rare combination: an exceptionally beautiful residential campus 30 miles north of Chicago near the shore of Lake Michigan and access to the resources of Chicago including abundant internships, research, culture, and entertainment. • The impressive new Lillard Science Center boasts state-of-the-art equipment to facilitate hands- on training in the use of modern instrumentation and versatile modern spaces to foster collaboration. • The College's flexible curriculum allows students to pursue up to two majors and a minor and up to three internships for credit giving students an edge when applying for jobs and graduate school. • Lake Forest is known for making the college experience an affordable one for our students and their families. You could receive up to $30,000 annually in merit-based scholarship. The College also offers generous financial aid packages. • Lake Forest embraces career preparation and has a career pathway strategy whereby every first- year and transfer student is assigned a career advisor when they begin. Additional Information: Take a virtual tour of campus at lakeforest.edu/admissions. There is no fee to apply: lakeforest.edu/apply

Lawrence Technological University 21000 West Ten Mile Road Southfield, MI 48075 Annual Cost: Tuition; $34,350 Room & Board: $10,120 Web Site: www.ltu.edu Phone: 248-204-3160 • 86% of students are employed in their field or registered for graduate school at commencement. • Ranked in the top 15% among U.S. Colleges and universities for highest graduate starting salaries and top 5 in Michigan. -PayScale • All undergraduate students are provided their own high-end laptop loaded with industry-standard software -- retailing on average over $75,000. • Focus on Theory & Practice education through technology-infused academic programs, applied research, and close industry partnerships. • Close-knit community with over 60 student organizations, Greek life, NAIA athletics, and club and intramural sports.

Lincoln College 300 Keokuk Lincoln, IL 62656 Annual Cost: Tuition: $18,600 Room & Board: $7,700 Web Site: www.lincolncollege.edu Phone: 800-569-0556 17 • 14 Academic Programs • NAIA Sports in Fall 2018 • 100% of LC full-time students in our traditional program receive a scholarship or grant • Free Textbooks • 22 Clubs and Organizations

Loyola University New Orleans 6363 St. Charles Ave., Box 18 New Orleans, LA 70118 Annual Cost: Tuition: $39,942 Room & Board: $12,800 Web Site: www.loyno.edu Phone: 504-865-3240 • 10:1 student to faculty ratio, 18 average class size • 90% of students receive some form of financial aid (ranging from $2,000 to full tuition) • 65+ academic majors and programs to choose from, all offering real-world experiences • Ranked #18 by the Princeton Review for Best Quality of Life, located in historic Uptown New Orleans • 39 NAIA Division 1, Club and Intramural sports teams. 100+ campus clubs/ organizations.

MacMurray College 447 East College Ave. Jacksonville, IL 62650 Annual Cost: Tuition: $28,540 Room & Board: 9.810 Web Site: www.mac.edu Phone: 217-479-7056 • MacMurray College is a 4-year, independent, residential college located in the heart of beautiful downtown Jacksonville, Illinois. Located 30 miles west of Springfield, 250 miles west of Indianapolis, 250 miles south of Chicago, and 90 miles north of St. Louis. • Improvements over the past year include: renovation of three residence halls, dining hall, and weight room; new campus lighting; enhancements of campus security; improved Wifi connectivity; strong focus on increasing student engagement on and off campus; and textbooks and laundry are now included in tuition and room fees. • Unique programs include American Sign Language, deaf and hard of hearing education, and homeland security. Additional programs include accounting, art, biology, business administration, business analytics, criminal justice, marketing, nursing (BSN), psychology, social work (BSW), special education, sport management, and pre-professional programs. • Highlander pride is strong in our 14 NCAA Division III teams which include baseball, basketball (m/w), cross country (m/w), golf (m/w), football, soccer (m/w), softball, volleyball, and wrestling (m/w). • Our enrollment of 550 students, with an average class size of 14 and a student to faculty ratio of 13:1, makes MacMurray College a place Where Students Matter! Academic Achievement Scholarships are available ranging from $12,000 to $20,000 per year for first-year and transfer students.

Additional Information: Additional Information: Students may apply through the Common Application, MacMurray Application, or Cappex Application. There is no application fee. Students may schedule a campus visit Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CDT. Preview Day events will be held on

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Marquette University Zilber Hall, Suite 136 PO Box 1881 Milwaukee, WI 53201 Annual Cost: Tuition: $41,290 Room & Board: $12,000 Web Site: www.marquette.edu/explore Phone: 414-288-7302 • Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit institution located in downtown Milwaukee, WI, about an hour and a half from the Chicago area. Milwaukee is easily accessible via driving or by taking the Amtrak right into downtown. • Marquette offers a wide variety of programs in seven academic colleges. Best known programs are in Business, Health Sciences and Nursing, and Engineering, but programs in Communications, Education, and an expansive College of Arts and Sciences provide many options of study. • In addition to the academic programs offered, Marquette offers over 300 student organizations to choose from, and options for club sports and intramurals as well. Marquette is a Division 1 school, with 16 teams in the Big East Conference. • Marquette moved to Rolling Admission last year, but ask that students still apply by December 1st for full scholarship consideration. There are two scholarship opportunities-one is automatic through applying, the other is a separate application due January 15th. • Marquette now has three regional counselors in the Chicago area! If you need assistance with programming, would like us to visit, or have questions, please let the team know: Megan ORourke: [email protected] Rosa Reiber: [email protected] Jeanette VonHaden: [email protected]

Miami University 301 S. Campus Drive Oxford, OH 45056 Annual Cost: Tuition: $15,378.08 (in-state) Room & Board: $13,860 $34,894.64 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.miamioh.edu Phone: 513-529-2351 • The 2018 U.S. News & World Report rankings recognize Miami as the top public university in the United States in the category of “Strong Commitment to Undergraduate Teaching." Only 21 national universities are noted for such commitment. Miami has appeared on this short, elite list since the inaugural year of the rankings in 2009. • The Fiske Guide to Colleges 2019 recognizes Miami University for its opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership. Highlights of Miami's 2019 entry also include Miami’s core commitment to a liberal arts education and assisting students in both education and personal development. • Miami’s Tuition Promise provides all first-time undergraduate students and their families the certainty that tuition, room and board, special purpose fees, and course fees will be frozen over 13 the four years of a student’s Miami experience. Stability in costs also ensures that a student’s

19 renewable scholarships and financial aid dollars will retain their value over the entire four-year period. • 97.3% of 2016-2017 Miami graduates were employed or continuing their education by Fall 2017 (based on research, surveys, and national data of 81.2% of the 2016-2017 graduates). Miami's national reputation attracts employers to campus to conduct four times as many on-campus interviews when compared to peer institutions. The success of Miami alums in their careers contributes to Miami being a Top 10 college for producing Fortune 500 CEOs nationwide (Money magazine). • Miami's campus, which the poet Robert Frost once called "the most beautiful campus that ever there was" is located in Oxford, Ohio, an idyllic college town.

Midwestern University College of Pharmacy 555 31st Street Downers Grove, IL 60515 Annual Cost: Tuition: $45,848 Room & Board: $13,410 Web Site: www.midwestern.edu/ccp Phone: 630-971-6417 • Students earn their Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D.) after at least two years of pre- pharmacy coursework at another accredited college or university. High school students may gain early acceptance through the Dual Acceptance Program (DAP) or Pre-Pharmacy Advantage (PPA) Program. • We have DAP agreements with 11 four-year schools, PPA agreements with select community colleges. Early assurance entry requires weighted GPAs of 3.2 for DAP; 3.0 for PPA. Both require ACT of 24 or higher, or SAT of 1190 or higher. • Traditional entry also available. See our extensive list of course guides that detail prerequisite courses at regional colleges and universities. In our program, students also have a choice in curriculum length: three-year year-round, or three-and-a-half year with two summers off. • During the first years, students complete required courses, elective courses, and introductory pharmacy practice experiences. We partner with top medical centers, clinics, and community pharmacies in the Chicago area and rural communities to provide experiential education (rotations) in diverse environ • We have 4,000 alumni who practice in all areas of pharmacy throughout the country. Class of 2017 graduates averaged a starting salary of $116,452. Pharmacists are among the 20 Best High- Paying Jobs of 2017 by U.S. News & World Report.

Additional Information: For direct access to DAP and PPA early assurance program details and free online application, please visit www.midwestern.edu/DAPor www.midwestern.edu/PPA

Millikin University 1184 W. Main St. Decatur, IL 62522 Annual Cost: Tuition: $34,210 Room & Board: $11,818 Web Site: www.millikin.edu Phone: 217-424-6210 • Millikin students learn in the field, gain real work experience, and are better prepared for success after graduation. • Millikin has been named the top college in Illinois for helping students land a job after graduation according to Zippia, a career advice website dedicated to helping recent college graduates with their career choices.

20 • Millikin has 99% student success outcome of graduates gaining employment or entering graduate school within six months of graduation. • At Millikin, 99% of student receive some form of financial aid. Each year, Millikin provides more than $39.5 million in financial support. • All students who are admitted to Millikin will receive a Merit or Opportunity Scholarship of up to $20,000 to assist in the cost of tuition.

Additional Information: Apply at millikin.edu/apply or through the Common Application. The Millikin application is free and no essay is required.

Missouri State University 901 S. National Ave. Springfield, MO 65807 Annual Cost: Tuition: $7,376 (in-state) Room & Board: $8,755 $15,326 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.missouristate.edu Phone: 417-836-5517 • Missouri State is located in the heart of Springfield, the third largest city in Missouri with over 450,000 in the five-county metropolitan area. MSU is the second largest university in the state of Missouri, with more than 24,000 students enrolled through the Springfield campus. However, despite being large in size, the average student-to-faculty ratio is only 22:1. • Illinois students can take advantage of the Midwest Student Exchange Program scholarship, earning in-state tuition with one of the following: 3.5+ GPA/4.0 scale, 24+ ACT/1180 SAT, top 25% class rank, or family that is an alumni of MSU. • Recently completed projects across campus give a fresh new look and feel to many buildings, including the expanded business building, Glass Hall, and the new three-story Magers Health and Wellness Center. Many new features within these facilities include new dining opportunities, such as Einstein Bro’s Bagels in Glass Hall and a Women’s health center and mental health and counseling services within Magers’ Health. • Admission requirements are made known to the public, therefore, students know before they even apply whether they make a good candidate for admission. A recent change to the requirements now includes a minimum SAT/ACT (900/17). • For admission, we do require that students have taken some type of a fine art class for the core academic requirements. For Illinois students however, we will allow a substitution as we know many schools do not require students take a fine art course for graduation

Missouri University of Science & Technology 300 W. 13th Street 106 Parker Hall Rolla, MO 65409 Annual Cost: Tuition: $11,912 (in-state) Room & Board: $10,274 $29,018 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.futurestudents.mst.edu Phone: 800-522-0938 • Founded in 1870, Missouri S&T is a comprehensive public research university, offering 97 degree programs (bachelor’s to PhD). Our programs include 15 prestigious engineering majors, along with exceptional business, computing, humanities and social sciences offerings.

21 • Our academic quality, outstanding career outcomes, comfortable campus size and affordability landed us as the #3 national Engineering Program (USAToday/College Factual, 2018) and the #1 Best Value Public University in Missouri (SmartAsset.com, 2018). • Our nationally-ranked Career Opportunities Center helps students find great jobs. In 2017-2018, S&T students earned over $16,400,000 working in co-ops or internships. S&T is ranked #18 "Best School for Internships" by Princeton Review (2018). • Last year, over 1,100 top companies recruited our students including: Google, SpaceX, Mastercard, Boeing, L’Oreal, Nike and many more, resulting in S&T being ranked #6 in the nation for Return on Investment by Payscale.com(2018). • In 2017-18, we awarded $128.8 million in financial aid, including academic and specialty scholarships. Over 80% of students received some type of financial assistance, and our rolling admissions policy allows students to quickly learn their admission status and scholarships awarded.

Additional Information: Missouri S&T attracts top students from all over the country offering the feel of a private school at a public school cost. At around 9,000 students, S&T is large enough for excellence but small enough to provide personal attention and a comfortable campus atmosphere. Special programs include an Experiential Learning component, 20 of the nation’s most successful student design teams, a unique Honors program, Residential Life Learning Communities and a comprehensive Study Abroad program. The Missouri S&T Miner men’s and women’s athletic teams participate in the NCAA Division II Great Lakes Valley Conference and excel as scholars as well as athletes, landing among the top 5 in the nation for Academic All-Americans. S&T students enjoy great placement rates into graduate and professional schools. We offer some programs rare across the country such as Architectural Engineering, Mining Engineering (option of an Explosives Engineering minor), Ceramic and Metallurgical Engineering, as well as all of the traditional engineering and computing fields, and an AACSB-accredited business program. We encourage you to explore S&T at one of many visit opportunities.

Monmouth College 700 E. Broadway Monmouth, IL 61462 Annual Cost: Tuition: $37,674 Room & Board: $8,966 Web Site: www.monmouthcollege.edu Phone: 800-747-2687 • Monmouth College is a private, liberal arts college with an enrollment of 1,100. We provide students 50+ areas of study and 120+ clubs and organizations. As a member of the NCAA Division III, we have 24 varsity sports. • Incoming freshmen who meet the academic and social expectations are guaranteed an internship, study abroad experience, and graduation in four years. If the College doesn't provide these opportunities, an additional year is tuition-free. Through the Passport Program, the College provides incoming students with a free U.S. Passport. • Summer Opportunities for Intellectual Activities (SOFIA) is an innovative three-week program where incoming students conduct in-depth research and inquiry before fall classes begin. • Triads bring together three seemingly unrelated academic disciplines to focus on issues of social importance and to bring more depth and breadth to their study. Current triads include Global Food Security and Global Public Health. • Merit scholarships range up to $25,000. First-year students with a 3.4 or higher GPA and an 1160 SAT or better are encouraged to apply for our Stockdale Fellows & Scholarship Competition.

Additional Information: Monmouth's Early Action deadline is November 15, and the Priority Scholarship Deadline is January 15. Students can apply at www.monmouthcollege.edu/applyand schedule a visit at www.monmouthcollege.edu/visit.

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Morton College 3801 S. Central Ave. Cicero, IL 60804 Annual Cost: Tuition: $96 per credit hour (in-district) Web Site: www.morton.edu Phone: 708-656-8000 • Morton College in-district communities include Berwyn, Cicero, Lyons, McCook, Stickney and Forest View. However, we welcome all students and adult learners to be a part of our campus community, district 527. • Our mission is to enhance the quality of our life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and life-long learning. • We welcome students to come explore our campus and meet with an advisor about the various degree options we offer. Academic Advising: 708-656-8000 Ext. 2250 Campus Tours: 708-656- 8000 Ext. 2325 • Morton College offers career certificates, an Associates in Applied Science and Associate degrees in Arts, Fine Arts, Science, and Liberal Studies. Additionally, Morton College offers community and Adult Education programs. • Visit our website at www.Morton.edu or more information about student athletics, student life, campus resources and to apply to become a PANTHER!

Additional Information: Print or save your MC ID# following the submission of your online application. #WeAreMC

North Central College 30 N. Brainard St. Naperville, IL 60540 Annual Cost: Tuition: $38,880 Room & Board: $11,019 Web Site: www.northcentralcollege.edu Phone: 630-637-5800 • North Central is an independent college dedicated to the power of the liberal arts and sciences to transform students into leaders both in their careers and communities. • North Central offers more than 65 undergraduate academic programs on campus including new programs in Engineering, Shimer Great Books School and Neuroscience. • The Center for Global Education at North Central offers over 50 study abroad programs around the world, for all majors, minors, budgets and comfort zones. • North Central can be an affordable option. We offer financial aid in the form of academic, talent and departmental scholarships, grants, loans and work study. • A member of the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin, we offer 27 sports and rank seventh among NCAA Division III institutions with 35 team national championships.

North Park University 3225 W. Foster Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 Annual Cost: Tuition: $29,190 Room & Board: $9,445 Web Site: www.northpark.edu Phone: 773-244-5500 • North Park is Chicago’s city-centered Christian University. For 127 years, North Park University has prepared students through our Christian identity, urban location, and intercultural community.

23 • North Park is ranked among the Best Midwest Universities (U.S. News & World Report) and is a top producer of Fulbright Students (U.S. Department of State). You’ll study in state-of-the-art facilities alongside notable faculty with highly acclaimed academic credentials. • North Park offers more than 40 majors, minors, and pre-professional programs, including programs in nursing and health sciences, STEM, business, music and arts, ministry and more. Students receive a well-rounded education built around small, personal classes. • Hands-on learning in a world class city. We’re the first University in the nation to dedicate time in our weekly class schedule to directly engage with the city around us. • North Park’s campus is full of life, with many resources and organizations that make campus life productive, fun, smooth-running, and secure. We offer over 25 different student groups and 16 NCAA sports teams.

Northeastern Illinois University 5500 N. St. Louis Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 Annual Cost: Tuition: $11,219 (in-state) Room & Board: $11,020 $20,727 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.neiu.edu Phone: 773-442-4050 • Northeastern is a fully accredited public university serving the Chicago metropolitan area offering programs in the arts, sciences, business and education. Newsweek magazine named Northeastern Illinois University the sixth “Best Investment” in the United States and number one in Illinois. Northeastern shares the top-ten spot with Harvard, Stanford, Princeton and MIT. • Low Student Debt: According to U.S. News & World Report and LendEDU, Northeastern is the best in the state and among the nation’s leaders at graduating students with the least debt. Diversity: According to The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education and U.S. News & World Report, Northeastern is the most diverse college or university in the Midwest. According to Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, Northeastern is a top-100 university for ethnically diverse graduates. • Safety: According to College Stats, Northeastern is the nation’s third-safest campus. According to YourLocalSecurity, Northeastern is the safest campus in Illinois. • Undergraduate: 7,113; Graduate: 1,871; Total: 8,984 33% Hispanic; 33% White; 14% Other; 11% African American; 8% Asian. Student-to-faculty ratio: 16:1 • Top 10 Majors: Computer Science, Psychology, Social Work, Biology, Interdiciplinary Studies, Justice Studies, Communication Media and Theater, Accounting, History and Human Resource Development. Additional Information: There are four Chicago Area Locations. At each location we offer a variety of classes and degree-granting programs, as well as enrollment, financial aid and academic support services. Northeastern Illinois University - Main Campus JACOB H. CARRUTHERS CENTER FOR INNER CITY STUDIES, El Centro, University Center of Lake County

Northern Illinois University 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb, IL 60115 Annual Cost: Tuition: $12,260.48 Room & Board: 10,880 Web Site: www.niu.edu Phone: 815-753-8301 • LARGE UNIVERSITY RESOURCES – Corporate partners provide work and research opportunities for students. Some can have the opportunity to get paid to work on and help 24 develop new Discover Financial Services technologies in mobile-software development, web- application coding and person-to-person payment systems. • INDIVIDUALLY CENTERED – Whether confident in their path, or open to the abilities and passions they discover here, we take pride in guiding our students’ unique journeys with excellent advising from day one, and innovative programs like Academics PLUS. • CAREER SUCCESS – Recognized by the Brookings Institute as a leader in research and social mobility objectives, we provide our students with research opportunities through a variety of programs like Research Rookies, McKearn Fellows, Engineering Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship and more. • Our University Honors program is one of just a few programs like it nationwide that infuses experiential learning components with the rigor of honors coursework. Our Honors students also enjoy guaranteed admission to 11 different master’s programs on campus…and counting. • Newly renovated Stephens Building, home to our anthropology and theatre departments, opens this fall. Renovations on our Holmes Student Center begin this fall and include new dining options, expanded entertainment and event spaces, and inviting lounge space for students.

Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave. Marquette, MI 49855 Annual Cost: Tuition: $10,729 (in-state) Room & Board: $10,666 $6,226 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.nmu.edu Phone: 906-227-2650 • Located 6 1/2 hrs by car from Chicago on the shores of Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The Marquette community has a friendly, active vacation vibe while still offering the locales that students expect. • NMU has one of the lowest tuition rates in Michigan with freshmen scholarships starting at 2.75/4.0 gpa. Often, NMU is less expensive than staying in Illinois for many students. The average financial aid given is $12,275/student. • NMU offers 177 academic degree programs from masters degrees down to certificate programs. Average lecture is 27 students and average lab is 17 students. • Northern students are deeply involved in real-world scientific and creative research, professional conferences and educational community service from the start- opportunities that are unheard of at larger universities. • NMU has 8 new residence halls with free cable, LTE, and laundry. Suite style rooms make up the majority of the set up with some private rooms. Our campus chefs win national awards for excellence.

Northwest Suburban College 5999 S. New Wilke Road Building 500 Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 Annual Cost: Tuition: 9,534 Web Site: www.nwsc.edu Phone: 847290-6425 • NWSC Offers morning and evening classes for Medical Assistant (28-32 weeks) program and day time Dental assistant program (28-32 weeks). We also offer a Saturday only Pharmacy Technician program (14-16 weeks). 25 • Additionally, we offer OSHA, HIPAA and CPR training courses. Tuition fee is $9,534.00 each for Medical and Dental Assistant programs and $2,221.00 for Pharmacy Technician program. The fee includes books and scrubs. • NWSC offers need and income based institutional scholarship of up to $4,767.00 for Medical and Dental students and $555.00 for Pharmacy Technician Program. • A high school Diploma or GED is required for admission. Admission can be completed in as little as within 48 hours. • College is seeking accreditation from Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). We have approval from Illinois Board of higher Education (IBHE). About 80 percent of our graduates get employed within the first two months after graduation. Additional Information: For more information or campus tour email at [email protected] or call at 847-290-6425

Northwestern University 1801 Hinman Ave. Evanston, IL 60208 Annual Cost: Tuition: Room & Board: Web Site: www.admissions.northwestern.edu Phone: 847-491-7271 • Northwestern is located in Evanston, IL, on a lakeside campus three miles from Chicago, one of the world’s most diverse and dynamic cities. We meet 100% of students' demonstrated financial need and award loan-free aid packages. • Northwestern is home to 8,000 undergraduates and 8,000 graduate students. Our student-faculty ratio is 6:1, and 80% of courses enroll under 20 students. Undergraduates come from 80+ countries worldwide and bring remarkably diverse ideas and backgrounds to campus. • Our 6 undergraduate schools offer 200+ programs of study and 4,700+ undergraduate courses each year. These programs span the liberal arts and sciences but also include more specialized areas of study: theatre, engineering, journalism, learning sciences, business enterprise, architecture, etc. • Students can study across all 6 schools. Our quarter system (3 academic terms, 4 courses per term) allows students to graduate with 10–12 more courses than a semester system would. This enables flexibility, interdisciplinary exploration, and multiple academic concentrations. • Over 500 undergraduate organizations, Big Ten athletics, $3.5 mm in undergraduate research funding, 150+ study abroad opportunities, cutting-edge design and innovation centers, and internships across all industries complement classroom opportunities to foster scholarly development, professional experience, leadership, and personal growth.

Quincy University 1800 College Ave. Quincy, IL 62301 Annual Cost: Tuition: $28,460 Room & Board: $10,500 Web Site: www.quincy.edu Phone: 217-222-8020 • 1,100 undergraduate students from 30 states and 9 countries attend Quincy University. • 70% of our full-time faculty have the highest degrees in their field. Our student-faculty ratio is 15:1, and the average class size is 20 students. • 98% of our students receive financial assistance. Incoming freshman renewable, merit-based scholarships range from $7,500-$25,000.

26 • Quincy University offers 40+ majors including Early Childhood Education, Aviation, Forensic Psychology, and Pre-Medical Sciences. Every program at QU offers a four-year track that students can complete in 120 hours. • QU offers over 30 clubs and organizations, competitive and fun intramurals, multicultural events, and 17 NCAA Division II teams for which to play and cheer.

Rhodes College 2000 N. Parkway Memphis, TN 38112 Annual Cost: Tuition: $47,890 Room & Board: $11,403 Web Site: www.rhodes.edu Phone: 901-843-3705 • Rhodes has been named number one most service-minded college by Newsweek and the Princeton Review. About 84% of students are involved in service work over their 4 years. • Right in the heart of Memphis, TN, Rhodes is the only undergraduate institution to have a formal partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. • The most popular majors at Rhodes include Biology, Commerce and Business, Psychology, Political Science, and English. • Rhodes' acceptance rate into medical school and other post-graduate health profession programs is twice the national average at 84%. • Our 110 acre campus has been ranked among the nation’s most beautiful college campuses. Last year we were #1 on the Princeton Review.

Rock Valley College 3301 N. Mulford Road Rockford, IL 61114 Annual Cost: Tuition: $115 per credit hour plus student fees (in-distict) Web Site: www.rockvalleycollege.edu Phone: 815-921-4250 • Rock Valley College is a 2-year community college with a mission to empower students and community through lifelong learning by offering transfer and career technical degrees. RVC is located with easy access to metropolitan areas like Chicago and Madison, WI. • RVC offers a Mass Communication program with instruction in audio production, sound design, television and motion picture production and teach post-production on industry standard equipment. Check out our Mass Comm alum work at https://vimeo.com/251108777or student work at https://vimeo.com/rvcmasscom/about. • RVC offers a Mechanical Engineering Associate in Engineering Science degree with the option to complete a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering in partnership with Northern Illinois University while in Rockford. Learn more about the program at https://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/Foundation/EnginneeringOurFuture.cfm • There is also a Bachelor of Science Technology in Applied Manufacturing Technology offered in partnership with Northern Illinois University. The first three years are completed at RVC and the last year is completed online with NIU. Learn more at https://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/Courses/Programs/Engineering/NIU/m/manufacturingtechn ology.cfm

27 • RVC offers a FAA approved degree program, Aviation Maintenance Technology. Students learn everything from materials and processes, aircraft drawing, fuel and lubrication systems, ignition systems, propeller systems, assembly and rigging and more. Learn more at https://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/Courses/Programs/Aviation/index.cfm?cssearch=294420_1

Additional Information: Additional Information: Rock Valley College admissions includes Veterans, international students, DREAMERS, first time students, transfer students, high school dual credit, adult student enrollment and continuing education courses. The RVC foundation awarded over $290,000 in scholarships in 2018. Individual campus visits are scheduled most weekdays and group visit programs are offered or go on a Virtual Tour of RVC at http://apps.rockvalleycollege.edu/assets/virtualtour/. There is No Application Fee; bilingual/Spanish assistance available in the Office of Admission. *The annual cost and credit hour fees varied dependent on program and residency requirements; contact RVC for more information.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology 5500 Wabash Avenue CM 1 Terre Haute, IN 47803 Annual Cost: Tuition: $46,461 Room & Board: $14,766 Web Site: www.rose-hulman.edu Phone: 812-877-8213 • The Number One ranked undergraduate engineering school in the nation for 19 consecutive years by US News and World Report. Rose-Hulman is a private, fully accredited college located in Terre Haute, Indiana. • Academic Programs: Biochemistry, Biology , Biomathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design, Engineering Physics, International Computer Science, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics and Software Engineering • Requirements: 4 years English and Mathematics, 2 years Social Sciences, 1 year each of Chemistry, Physics and Biology, SAT or ACT. Consideration for class rank, grades, strength of curriculum, and involvement in student activities; Recommendation from school counselor or teacher. • Important Numbers: Faculty-student ratio: 1:13, Average class size: 20, freshmen class: 550, Freshmen retention rate: 93%, Applications per year: 4,500, Undergraduate enrollment: 2,200, Placement rate: 96-100%, Starting salary: nearly $70,000. • More than 90 clubs and student organizations including drama club, music-both vocal and instrumental, art, newspaper, yearbook, debate, scuba, competitive engineering teams, fraternities, sororities, intramural and 11 Division III varsity men’s and women athletics teams.

Additional Information: Common Application participant. Early Action deadline Nov. 1, Regular Decision deadline Feb. 1

St. Ambrose University 518 W. Locust Street Davenport, IA 52803 Annual Cost: Tuition: $31,069 Room & Board: $9,930 Web Site: www.sau.edu 28 Phone: 563-333-6300 • St. Ambrose University is a private, Catholic, comprehensive institution, grounded in the liberal arts. Located in Davenport, Iowa, we offer a close-knit community feel on campus while being surrounded by a vibrant, metro area. • SAU offers +60 undergraduate majors, 13 Masters programs, and 3 Doctoral programs. We have a 12:1 student-faculty ratio and average class size of 20, allowing for individualized attention and mentorships. You're not just a number in a classroom! • Every admitted student receives an academic scholarship. The 2018-2019 academic scholarships ranged from $12,000-$22,000, with limited full-tuition opportunities. SAU also offers scholarships for athletics, Fine Arts, diversity, and parent-alumni relations. • SAU has the "Best in the Midwest" Housing options! We offer very spacious suite-style living for freshman, and apartment-style living for upperclassmen. Not to mention a Housekeeping service. No wonder 80% of our students live on-campus all 4 years! • As an NAIA school, SAU can offer scholarships for 27 varsity sports. In addition to varsity athletics, we have intramural and club sports as a part of our +80 student organizations. So many ways to be involved!

Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing 511 NE Greenleaf Street Peoria, IL 61603 Annual Cost: Tuition: $22,000 Room & Board: $1,300 per semester Web Site: www.sfmccon.edu Phone: 309-655-2201 • Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing offers a two-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. 59 semester credit hours of required pre-nursing courses must be completed prior to admission. • As a Catholic college, we believe in the Judeo-Christian tenets and encourage students to practice their own personal religious beliefs. We are honored to participate in the emotional, spiritual and educational development of our students. • Multiple resources are available to encourage student success including the Academic Development Center, an onsite Counselor, faculty advisers, the writing center, and peer teachers. • As of July 25, the 2018 NCLEX-RN licensure examination pass rate is 92%. • Application deadlines are September 15 and February 15 of the year preceding the anticipated start date.

Saint Xavier University 3700 W. 103rd St. Chicago, IL 60655 Annual Cost: Tuition: $33,880 Room & Board: $11,340 Web Site: www.sxu.edu Phone: 773-298-3050 • Saint Xavier University’s School of Nursing is designated as a “Center of Excellence” by the National League for Nursing (NLN) for the last four consecutive terms. • Saint Xavier University’s Graham School of Management is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), joining the top 5% of Business Programs worldwide. • Our newest undergraduate programs include Exercise Science, Political Communication & Advocacy, and Sports & Fitness Administration. 29 • Saint Xavier was ranked 4th in Illinois by the Illinois Education Research Council for high return on investment for underserved students. • 100% of new full-time undergraduate students receive an SXU Merit Scholarship

School of the Art Institute of Chicago 36 S. Wabash Ave., Suite 1201 Chicago, IL 60603 Annual Cost: Tuition: $49,270 Room & Board: $15,890 Web Site: www.saic.edu Phone: 312-629-6100 • SAIC has an interdisciplinary curriculum - students don’t declare a major and are free to work across media or concentrate in a single discipline to realize their creative vision. Students have the creative freedom to explore and customize their education among 18 departments or concentrate in one single medium. • SAIC was named the “MOST INFLUENTIAL ART SCHOOL IN THE UNITED STATES” by Columbia University’s National Arts Journalism Survey. • SAIC was established in 1866, making it one of the oldest accredited independent schools of art and design in the country, and is the largest school-museum campus in the United States. The museum is physically connected to the School and you may walk through its halls to get to your next class. • SAIC has the United States' largest arts-based internship program, allowing students to work with one of more than 2000 employers in Chicago and around the world. • Each year, SAIC awards more than $43 million in financial aid, and offers substantial merit scholarships to students based on a holistic review of their portfolio, test scores, artist’s statement, academic record, and letter of recommendation.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale 1263 Lincoln Drive Carbondale, IL 62901 Annual Cost: Tuition: $14,599 (in-state) Room & Board: $10,622 $14,599 (out-of-state) Web Site: http://www.amissions.siu,edu Phone: 618-536-4405 • SIU Carbondale is a doctoral research university enrolling students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. We offer more than 200 undergraduate, 70 masters, and 30 doctoral programs in addition to professional degrees in law and medicine. • SIU has an average student/faculty ratio of 14:1; over half of our classes have 19 or fewer students. • Selected in the top one-third of the nation's top research universities in the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education college ranking (No. 338 of 1,056). • At SIU, undergraduate students from all disciplines are encouraged to participate in a creative activity or research. The widespread opportunities produce grant-funded undergraduate creative activities and research ranging from comparing microscopic parasites to exploring the art of stage combat. • The McNair Scholars program supports undergraduates from underrepresented populations and first-generation students interested in pursuing graduate work. The program helps students realize 30 their full potential by providing enriching educational experiences and strong mentoring and networking

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Campus Box 1600 Edwardsville, IL 62026 Annual Cost: Tuition: $12,132 Room & Board: $9,761 Web Site: http://www.siue.edu Phone: 618-650-3705 • SIUE offers outstanding faculty, affordable tuition, and easy access to the professional and cultural opportunities of metropolitan St. Louis, just 25 minutes from campus. Programs of study include 126 undergraduate programs, 124 graduate and professional programs, and 65 undergraduate minors. Seven academic units include the College of Arts and Sciences, the Schools of Business; Dental Medicine; Education, Health and Human Behavior; Engineering; Nursing; and Pharmacy. • Direct entry is available for a limited number of freshmen in some of our most competitive programs. Additional information can be found at siue.edu/direct. • SIUE offers nationally accredited academic programs of study at one of the lowest base tuition rates of all four-year institutions in Illinois. More than 70 percent of the student body receives financial aid, with an average financial aid package of $16,190. • SIUE has a student-to-faculty ratio of 17-to-1, and an average class size of 22. SIUE students come from 41 states and 58 nations, making our campus vibrant and diverse. With more than 300 student organizations, there’s something for everyone at SIUE. Opportunities are available through the Kimmel Student Involvement Center, Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) program, and more. Visit getinvolved.siue.edu for additional information • SIUE competes in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Ohio Valley Conference, as well as the Mid-American Conference as affiliate members in men’s soccer and wrestling.

The University of Alabama Box 870132 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 Annual Cost: Tuition: $10,780 (in-state) Room & Board: Room $7,425 $29,230 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.gobama.ua.edu Phone: 800-933-BAMA • The student body at UA totals almost 38500 with nearly 52% out of state. Illinois is #4 in out of state enrollment. • The Fall 2017 class, almost 2/3rds out of state, was UA's brightest with 27.1 average ACT and 3.72 average GPA. Nearly 600 National Merit Finalists are enrolled. • The NY Times recently recognized UA as the fastest growing flagship in the country while still maintaining a 24:1 student faculty ratio. • The STEM and CREATE path to the MBA allow students to earn undergraduate degree and MBA within 5 years. CREATE path is for students from creative disciplines.

31 • The Stran Hardin Center is the first of its kind in the country for adaptive athletics and home to wheelchair men's/women's basketball and tennis as well as 11 national championships among the three teams.

Additional Information: Nearly 20% of incoming students are in the Honors College, a non degree- granting college drawing students from all 8 academic colleges and schools.

University of Arkansas 232 Silas Hunt Hall Fayetteville, AR 72701 Annual Cost: Tuition: $9,130 (in-state) Room & Board: $10,102 $25,168 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.uark.edu Phone: 479-575-5346 • The University of Arkansas is a public undergraduate research university ranked among the top 2% in the nation. The university’s 27,558 students come from all 50 states and 120 nations. Students choose from 200 academic programs of study. Visit uark.edu. • Students should apply by November 1 to take advantage of priority scholarship, housing, and orientation. New freshman applicants should have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, and 20 ACT or SAT equivalent. Visit uark.edu. • Students who apply for admission are considered for the Extended States NRTA, which waives up to 80% of the out-of-state portion of tuition (a value of $12,800/year). Additional merit scholarships require a separate application and range from $2,000-$18,000/year. Visit scholarships.uark.edu. • The University of Arkansas Honors College brings together more than 3,000 high-achieving undergraduate students and 700 dedicated faculty members. Nationally recognized for its great students, the Honors College consistently produces Fulbright, Truman, Marshall, Gates Cambridge and Goldwater Scholars. Visit honors.uark.edu. • The Sam M. Walton College of Business ranks among the top 30 public business schools and is located near the headquarters of the world’s largest retailer, Walmart. More than 300 Fortune 500 companies have offices in Northwest Arkansas. Visit walton.uark.edu.

Additional Information: The University of Arkansas provides an internationally competitive education for undergraduate and graduate students in more than 200 academic programs. The university contributes new knowledge, economic development, basic and applied research, and creative activity while also providing service to academic and professional disciplines. The Carnegie Foundation classifies the University of Arkansas among only 2 percent of universities in America that have the highest level of research activity. U.S. News & World Report ranks the University of Arkansas among its top American public research universities (and Fayetteville among the top five best places to live). Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas comprises 10 colleges and schools and maintains a low student-to-faculty ratio that promotes personal attention and close mentoring.

University of Central Missouri Office of Admission Ward Edwards Warrensburg, MO 64093 Annual Cost: Tuition: $6,770 (in-state) Room & Board: $8,800 $13,539 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.ucmo.edu Phone: 660-543-4290

32 • All Illinois students get in-state tuition automatically through our Choose Red Grant. • Only school in Missouri that pays students to graduate in four years with the 15-to-Finish program. • 97% of graduates start their career or further their education within six months of their graduation date. • UCM has the highest graduation rate among our competitors.

University of Dayton 300 College Park Dayton, OH 45469 Annual Cost: Tuition: $41,750 Room & Board: $13,180 Web Site: www.udayton.edu Phone: 800-837-7433 • 95% of University of Dayton graduates are employed, volunteering or in graduate school within six months of graduation. Listed as one of 50 top "Colleges That Create Futures" by The Princeton Review • The University is the #1 Catholic university in sponsored engineering research and development, #16 in the nation for internships with two Fortune 500 companies located right on campus. • More than 800 students participate on education abroad programs per year. Suzhou, China is the home of the University of Dayton China Institute offering numerous courses for all academic majors • University of Dayton tuition stays the same for families all four years, with no increases and no fees. Because of the plan, our students reduced borrowing by 22%. We also provide scholarships for textbooks and study abroad. Named a "Best Value" by Kiplinger's and Money magazine. • Over the past ten years, University of Dayton graduates have gained admission to health professional schools at an average rate of 75%.

Additional Information: We accept the common application as well as a UD application. Early action deadline is November 1. Regular Decision: February 1.

University of East Anglia Chancellor’s Drive Norwich, England NR47TJ Annual Cost: Tuition: $20,053-$25,426 Room & Board: $3,621-$7,788 Web Site: www.uea.ac.uk/study/usa Phone: 202-600-5922 • The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a campus university set in over 300 acres of rolling parkland 2 hours northeast of London in the mediaeval city of Norwich, England. UEA has more than 15,000 students from over 120 countries. • The University is recognized for its academic and research achievements. UEA is a world top 200 institution (Times Higher Education). UEA ranks consistently highly for satisfaction in the National Student Survey, reflecting the quality of education, resources, and support offered. • Frequently ranked in the top 20 for most majors, UEA’s hosts the UK's first School of Environmental Sciences and Creative Writing course. Other strengths include Business, Social Work, Medicine, Law, History, Film, Television and Media studies, American Studies, and Philosophy.

33 • UEA’s library is open 24/7. Campus features live music gigs, pubs, club nights, 3,500 accommodation rooms, over 200 student organizations, and the biggest indoor sports center in Britain. The Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts was featured in Avengers: Infinity War. • UEA accepts U.S. Federal Loans through the FAFSA and offers scholarships of 25-50% off tuition fees for international students. UEA is on the Common Application. Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in three years, due to the English education system. Additional Information: Contact Alana Stuart at +1-202-600-5922 or [email protected] for more information.

University of Louisville 150H Houchens Bldg. 2211 S. Brook St. Louisville, KY 40208 Annual Cost: Tuition: $11,460 (in-state) Room & Board: $5,282 $27,082 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.louisville.edu Phone: 502-852-6531 • The Chicago Regional Scholarship has been increased to $10,000, and the automatic merit scholarships have increased to $11,000 - $16,000 • The Chicago Regional Scholarship qualifying territory has expanded, now including the following counties: Cook, DuPage, DeKalb, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, (IL), Lake, (IN), McHenry, Will. • We are growing! $63 million Cardinal Stadium (football stadium) expansion, $80 million Belknap Academic Classroom Building, $39.1 million renovations to the Student Activity Center. • Our newest major, Neuroscience, is up and running! The Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary degree with a STEM+Health focus. Also, Sports Administration is now also an online degree. • Students eligible for an application fee waiver are no longer required to provide documentation prior to admission. UofL will verify fee waiver status after admission. All students will be verified prior to enrollment.

Additional Information: We now have 2 Chicago Regional Counselors, Allison Culver and Scott Smolek, to help reach and assist more students in the Chicagoland area.

University of Missouri-Columbia 230 Jesse Hall Columbia, MO 65211 Annual Cost: Tuition: $11,252 (in-state) Room & Board: $10,786 $15,838 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.admissions.missouri.edu Phone: 573-882-7786 • The University of Missouri- known as Mizzou- is the public land-grant research university and flagship campus of the UM System, serving over 32,000 students. It was founded in 1839 as the first public institution west of the Mississippi River and is home to the world’s first Journalism school. The campus is located in the heart of Columbia, MO. Columbia-known to residents as CoMo-is consistently ranked as one of the top 10 college towns in the United States. • Out-of-state students can qualify for in-state tuition in one of two ways: select freshman scholarships or the Residency program. After living in Missouri for their first year of school and completing the necessary steps, students can petition for Residency beginning their sophomore

34 year. The straightforward process only takes one year and saves families an estimated ~$50,000 over their remaining three years. • Mizzou students can choose from over 300 academic programs and can be undecided at the time of application. MU is one of only six public universities in the United States to offer a Medical School, Veterinary School and Law School on one campus. • Mizzou is 1 of 34 public universities and 1 of 4 SEC schools to be a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). MU’s membership is a reflection of its exceptional scholarship and research. Mizzou receives over $100 million in federal research funding each year. • The University is credited to being the birthplace of the Homecoming tradition in the United States. Leading up to the Homecoming football game, students can participate in a variety of campus wide activities including the food drive, blood drive, parade, campus decorations and campus competitions. Homecoming is Mizzou's most celebrated tradition; about 50,000 alumni, students and friends attend the Homecoming parade every year.

University of Roehampton Roehampton Lane London SW155PU Annual Cost: Tuition: $17,202 Web Site: www.roehampton.ac.uk Phone: 202-425-2999 • Most employers in the USA consider degrees earned in the UK to be the same as or better than those earned in the US. Employers are seeking candidates who are well-rounded, with a relevant degree from a reputable university or programme, and they perceive these things to be generally characteristic of Americans who have studied at universities in the UK. • Our tuition is roughly $17,000 a year (once converted from pounds to dollars). Our Bachelor's degrees are 3 years long which saves students a year's worth of tuition and living expenses. • Roehampton has the first and only BFA in Dance. We are #1 for Dance research in the UK. • Roehampton does not offer any Liberal Art degrees nor do we offer any prerequisite classes. If a student is studying History, they will be studying History throughout their studies.

University of South Alabama 390 Alumni Circle, 2500 Meisler Hall Mobile, AL 36688 Annual Cost: Tuition: $ 19,740(in-state) Room & Board: $8,000 Estimated total out-of-state costs: $28,660 - $30,760 Web Site: www.southalabama.edu Phone: 251-460-7834 • The University of South Alabama is a comprehensive, global university that offers over 100 programs at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral level. USA continues to be one of the fastest growing universities in the Southeast, having recently invested over $400 million dollars in campus renovations and new buildings. To date, USA has a total enrollment of approximately 15,000 students. • Located in Mobile, AL, the University offers a location with history, culture, cuisine, and close proximity to beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. 35 • The University is very proud of its freshman admission scholarships and overall affordability for students and families. South offers a diverse student body as well as a large geographic footprint (all states and over 50 countries are represented in the student body). • Top programs (based on student enrollment) include various health related programs (College of Nursing; undergraduate paths to our Medical School, PA Program, PT, OT, and DNP programs), various majors in the College of Engineering majors (ABET accreditation), education related programs, multiple majors in the College of Business (AACSB accreditation), and School of Computing. Hospitality and Tourism Management, Meteorology, Marine Sciences, and Speech/Hearing Sciences are also among our popular academic programs at South. • USA’s commitment to student success includes small class sizes, extensive undergraduate research, and over 800 study abroad programs. The University of South Alabama offers Early Admission Programs in Medicine, Physical Therapy, Nursing, and Psychology. South has 17 NCAA Division I sports teams and participates as a founding member of the Sun Belt Conference.

University of St. Andrews, Scotland Admissions St. Andrews, Scotland KY169AX Annual Cost: Tuition: $11,763 (9,250 GBP) Room & Board: $10,173 (8000 GBP) $27,074 (21,290 GBP) Web Site: www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study Phone: +44-1334-462278 • Scotland's first university: Founded in the early 15th century, St Andrews is Scotland’s first university and the third oldest in the English speaking world. • Internationally Scottish: We are a proudly international university with staff and students from over 140 countries. • Teaching quality: The University of St Andrews secured a Gold Award in the 2017 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) based on the quality of teaching and the undergraduate experience. • The Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2017 named St Andrews as UK University of the Year for Teaching Quality. • St Andrews has one of the best first year retention rates in Scotland: around 97% of our students continue in their studies at St Andrews; around 1% transfer to other universities, and less than 3% drop out of higher education altogether.

Additional Information: If you are studying the US curriculum, you will need to meet the entry requirements below. Obtaining the following grades will not guarantee you a place as we consider all aspects of your application, including the personal statement and the context in which you achieved you qualifications. A rigorous curriculum available within your high school which should include: college preparatory curriculum, honours classes or equivalent, SAT Subject Tests and/or Advanced Placement (AP) classes where available. Grades of A to B+ average on your high school record. Preference may be given to candidates offering strong subject specific qualifications. You should also have taken at least one standardised test with scores as follows: ACT score of 28+. Applicants are welcome to submit all of their ACT test scores. We will consider the highest scores submitted for each section across multiple testing dates. AP scores of 4+. Please note AP scores will be used for admissions purposes only, and no credits for advanced entry or exemptions will be awarded. SAT We will accept both the SAT Reasoning Test and the Redesigned SAT Test. Redesigned SAT Test including the Essay: score of 1320+

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University of Wisconsin Milwaukee 3253 N. Downer Ave. Vogel Hall Milwaukee, WI 53211 Annual Cost: Tuition: $12,612 for IL residents Room & Board: $10,204 Web Site: www.uwm.edu Phone: 414+229+2222 • One of the nation’s top research universities, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is located on the city’s east side, five minutes from Lake Michigan and 90 minutes from Chicago. UWM’s diverse student community benefits from close ties to area employers. • Tuition reduction through the Midwest Student Exchange Program and an additional $1,000 Milwaukee Advantage Award mean undergraduates from Illinois pay only $12,612 in tuition per year. There are additional scholarship opportunities within UWM’s 15 schools and colleges. • UWM has the state’s largest array of health majors, including nursing, health sciences and public health. The Hollywood Reporter ranks UWM’s Peck School among the nation’s top 25 film programs, and UWM has the state’s only accredited architecture program. • More than 1,400 companies recruit at UWM each year. UWM’s eight engineering majors have a 99.6 percent job placement rate. Business and health sciences students have access to professional sports internships with the Milwaukee Bucks and Brewers. • UWM alumni are at the forefront of urban growth, renewal and opportunity in the city of Milwaukee and beyond. This includes a growing technology industry, a thriving music and arts scene and innovations in sustainability, urban planning and human services.

University of Wisconsin Parkside 900 Wood Road Kenosha, WI 53144 Annual Cost: Tuition: $7,368 (in-state) Room & Board: $7,470 $15,356 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.uwp.edu Phone: 262-595-2355 • Our population of 4,600 students is the most diverse student population within the UW System. • Our signature academic programs include: computer science, criminal justice, theatre arts, and pre-health. There are 41 majors, 57 minors, and 37 certificates to choose from. The average student to faculty ratio is 19:1. • UW-Parkside has the lowest tuition and fees in the UW System and offers a generous non- resident scholarship program. • UW-Parkside is the only NCAA Division II athletic institution in Wisconsin. GO RANGERS! • Our 700-acre campus is located between Milwaukee and Chicago, two of the Midwest largest cities. Students will find many opportunities for internships, volunteering, employment, and recreation within the area. Additional Information: For information on how to apply, please visit: https://www.uwp.edu/apply/admissions/index.cfm.

University of Wisconsin Whitewater 800 W. Main St. Whitewater, WI 53190 Annual Cost: Tuition: $7,692 (in-state) Room & Board: $6,692 $16,295 (out-of-state) 37 Web Site: www.uww.edu Phone: 262-472-1440 • UW-Whitewater is a mid-sized university of more than 11,000 undergraduate students. It offers over 50 majors and 110 minors within 4 academic colleges. Popular majors include Accounting, Elementary education, Biology, Media arts and game development, and Criminology. • Located 25 miles north of the Illinois/Wisconsin border, UW-Whitewater, conveniently located near the cities of Madison and Milwaukee, WI and Chicago, IL, provides many opportunities for internships, field experiences, and more. During a given year, 611 employers actively seek students. • Non-resident students with minimum 3.0 GPA and 23 ACT/1130 SAT qualify for a Non-resident Scholarship at time of admission. UW-Whitewater will also award the Midwest Student Exchange Program tuition rate to a select number of new freshman beginning fall 2019. • The outstanding Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) provides a wide range of services and resources to ensure that a world-class education is available to all students. Over 950 students self-identify as a student with a disability. • UW-Whitewater competes in 20 NCAA Division III athletics and celebrates a rich history of athletic success. UW-W remains the only institution in NCAA history to have won the Men’s Basketball, Baseball, and Football National Championship in the same year (2014).

Wartburg College 100 Wartburg Blvd. Waverly, IA 50677 Annual Cost: Tuition: $40,220 (in-state) Room & Board: $9.996 $41,280 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.wartburg.edu Phone: 319-230-1297 • Top majors include: Business, Biology and Communications/Journalism. Accelerated Programs: Nursing 3+1 (B.A. + B.S.N.), Engineering 4+1 (B.S. + M.A.) LAW 3+3 (B.A. + J.D.), Ordained Ministry 3+3 (B.A. + M.Div) • More than 650 students are athletes. Wartburg has won Individual or Team National Titles each year for the past 24 YEARS! • 18 vocal and instrumental groups. Our students tour the U.S. and ABROAD yearly! Music Scholarships offered (up to $5,000). • Urban Studies Program in Denver, CO or Des Moines, IA. Live, work (internship) and study in a metropolitan area. • 99% placement rate in employment and graduate school following graduation,

Additional Information: Our application is free! www.wartburg.edu/apply Schedule a campus visit: www.wartburg.edu/visit

Western Illinois University 1 Universtiy Circle Macomb, IL 61455 Annual Cost: Tuition: $11,266.50 Room & Board: $9,630 Web Site: www.wiu.edu/admissions Phone:309-298-3157

38 • WIU's mid-size residential campus in Macomb, Illinois offers 65 majors, Division I athletics, and 250+ student organizations. WIU's non-residential campus in Moline, Illinois lies along the banks of the Mississippi River and is located in a metropolitan area. • WIU is the only Illinois public university with a guaranteed four-year rate for tuition, fees, and room & meal plan - students experience 0% increases in direct costs while enrolled at WIU. wiu.edu/costguarantee • WIU offers qualified freshman an automatic scholarship of $2,000 up to $10,000 annually, with awards automatically renewing for up to four years of attendance. wiu.edu/westerncommitment • One of 159 regional universities and one of two Illinois public institutions to receive the Best in the Midwest designation from the Princeton Review. • 100% of WIU School of Nursing students who took the required National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) in 2017 passed, surpassing the national average of 83.29 percent.

Additional Information: Apply online at wiu.edu/apply. Seniors can self-report their grades and test scores in lieu of sending official documents.

Western Michigan University 1903 W. Michigan Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49080 Annual Cost: Tuition: $12,483 (in-state) Room & Board: $9,894 $15,373 (out-of-state) Web Site: www.wmich.edu Phone: 269-387-2000 • Founded in 1903, Western Michigan University is a globally-engaged, public Research I institution and home to approximately 23,000 students, 16 Division I athletic teams, and over 370 student organizations. • Choose from over 148 undergraduate majors. Top programs include Aviation, Engineering (12+ concentrations), Business (8+ concentrations), Nursing, and Fine Arts (12+ major concentrations including Music, Theater, Dance, and Art). • Two-thirds of classes are 30 students or less and allow for many opportunities to build relationships with faculty, researchers and peers. • Students excel in research, internships, co-ops, and field experiences. 91% of graduates were employed or in graduate school within three months of graduation, 88% are satisfied with their job, and 85% have a job related to their degree. • Ranked a Top 20 College Town, Kalamazoo is a metropolitan area that offers entertainment, restaurants, and activities of a large city, with scenic lakes, nature parks, and more that surround the area.

Additional Information: Check out campus by scheduling a visit or taking our virtual tour at: http://wmich.edu/admissions/freshmen/visit. If you have any questions, please email us at admissions- [email protected] or call (269) 387-2000.

William Woods University 1 University Ave. Fulton, MO 65251 Annual Cost: Tuition: $23,230 Room & Board: $9,700 Web Site: www.williamwoods.edu Phone: 573-592-4400 39 • William Woods University is a learning community of more than 3,500 students and faculty, including some 1,100 traditional undergraduates representing more than 35 US states and 24 countries on our 225-acre campus in Fulton, Missouri. • We offer unique undergraduate programs, including an internationally recognized equestrian studies program, a four-year American Sign Language interpreting program, and a criminal justice degree with homeland security emphasis. William Woods University believes in a service- learning model, where students learn best through hands-on experience, and through the giving of their hearts, minds and talents. • Among our network of more than 20,000 successful alumni, we count an Olympic gold medalist, the trainer of Thunder, mascot of the Denver Broncos, and innumerable professionals in medicine, business, law, and education — including more than 600 school leaders ranging from superintendents and principals, and special education administrators. William Woods graduates fill positions at Disney, 3M, Coca-Cola, UPS, Hewlett-Packard and many other major corporations. • What makes William Woods different is our commitment to stay with our students as they pursue their goals; to see to it that they thrive in school and beyond. It’s a personal, first-name relationship that goes well beyond the classroom and lasts long after the degree is earned.

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