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Discover the benefits of attending Pennsylvania Highlands Community College. This engaging and colorful look at Penn Highlands will get you excited about your future. Learn about the College's rich curriculum, exciting student life, and more... all designed to help you achieve your educational, professional, and personal goals.
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Page 1: Academic and Credit Viewbook - Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

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FAST FACTS

3,407 enrolled during the 2016-2017 school year

53,888 served since1993 and growing

$3.3 million in grant aid awarded to students (2015-2016)

17:1 student-to-faculty ratio

80% of our students with financial need receive grants (2015-2016)

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OPTIONS FOR EVERYONE

Pennsylvania Highlands can provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence it takes to succeed in our region and beyond. We offer a variety of associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs that will help you discover the career and future that is right for you. Whether you are looking to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree, or if you want to immediately enter the workforce after your time with us, we are here to help you achieve your goals.

We support regional growth and renewal, helping individuals like you become important members of our community. Become a better person while helping to improve the region at Penn Highlands.

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ONE COLLEGEFIVE LOCATIONSENDLESS POSSIBILITIESI never understood how great of an opportunity Penn Highlands is for people of all ages and backgrounds. I didn’t like the idea of going to college, but thanks to Penn Highlands, I loved the college experience. Penn Highlands gave me the chance to stand out and become someone great. Now, I’m moving on to earn my bachelor’s degree in pursuit of fulfilling my goal of working for a non-profit organization. - Kylee Doyle, Graduate

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Ebensburg881 Hills Plaza Drive

Suite 450814.471.0010

BlairLogan Valley Mall5580 Goods Lane

814.201.2700

Richland101 Community College Way

814.262.6400

Huntingdon6311 Margy Drive

814.643.6200

SomersetSomerset County Education Center

6024 Glades Pike , Suite 210814.443.2500

Online1.888.385.PEAK (7325)

[email protected]

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CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree?

Our course credits are highly transferable. More than 120 agreements with other colleges & universities are in place to accept our credits. Complete your first two years with us!

Ready for a career?

We have a variety of programs that prepare you for many entry-level positions, a new career, advancement, and personal growth.

Our Liberal Arts & Sciences degree is devoted to helping you discover what interests you most, and pursue it! Be prepared for not just one thing, but many as a well-rounded, confident individual.

Still not sure?

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HERE FOR YOU

Accredited InstitutionPenn Highlands is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the same as that of major four-year institutions including Penn State, St. Francis, and more.

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is located at 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. They can be reached at 267.384.5000 or [email protected].

Flexible CourseworkPenn Highlands understands the diverse lifestyle needs of the region. This is why we have introduced FlexLearning: programming and courses that are available in the evening, on the weekends, and online.

Our supportive staff and faculty are here to help you succeed. They are ready to listen, provide advice, and offer support.

Penn Highlands changed my life. I don’t think I would have been successful in my career if I had not started my academic journey there. The classes, instructors, and staff were encouraging, supportive, and genuine.- Tara Brodish, Graduate

Admissions Registration

Financial Aid

Career Services

Library Resources

Student Success

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PENN HIGHLANDS IS RANKED FIRST. We have the highest retention rate among all two-year public institutions in Pennsylvania. Students want to come back! (Source: Schools.com)

Did you know?

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• Accounting (A.S.)• Architectural/Civil: CAD and Design

Technology (A.A.S.)• Business Administration (A.S.)• Business Management (A.A.S.)• Child Development (A.A.S.)• Computer Science (A.S.)• Criminal Justice (A.A.S.)• Criminal Justice (A.S.)• Early Childhood Education (A.A.)• Electric Utility Technology (A.A.S.)• Healthcare Information Specialist (A.A.S.)• Histotechnology (A.A.S.)

• Architectural Technology• Child Development Associate • Civil Technology• Computer Support Specialist • Early Childhood Management & Leadership • Information Security & Analysis • Network Administration • Office Administrative Specialist • Pharmacy Technician

• Child Development• Medical Coding Specialist

Associate Degree Programs Certificate Programs

Diploma Programs

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Did you know?

• Human Services (A.A.S.)• Information Technology (A.A.S.)• Liberal Arts & Sciences (A.A.)• Media Production (A.A.S.)• Medical Assisting Technology (A.A.S.)• Paramedic (A.A.S.)• Pre-Health Professions (A.S.)• Professional Pilot (A.S.)• Psychology (A.A.)• Radiologic Technology (A.A.S.)• Small Business Management (A.A.S.)• Teacher Education Transfer (A.A.)• Welding Technology (A.A.S.)

PENN HIGHLANDS IS MILITARY FRIENDLY. We have been named to the Military Friendly Schools List by Victory Media for the past two years.

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SUCCESS IN AND OUT OF THE CLASSROOM74 WPCC All Academic Team Members 27 WPCC All Conference Team Athletes 9 WPCC Runner-up Awards

14 NJCAA Academic Team Members

13 Region XX Academic Team Members

12 All Region XX Team Athletes 1 NJCAA Region XX Championship

2 National Player Of The Week Honors 2 NJCAA Region XX Runner-up Awards

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BLACK BEAR ATHLETICS

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Athletics at Penn Highlands are an integral part of the student experience. Our Black Bears are always on the prowl.

Student clubs and organizations create an atmosphere that will make you feel welcome. With so many to choose from, the hardest part will be deciding which ones to join. Plus, with games, contests, trips, and more throughout the year, you will nurture lifelong friendships.

Clubs and organizations include:

BowlingCross Country

BasketballWomen’s Volleyball

• Anime & Video Gaming Club• Caring for Cubs • Cheer/Spirit/Dance Club• CRU• Gender Sexuality Alliance• Media Production Club• Music - A Cappella Group• National Society of Leadership and Success• Phi Theta Kappa• Psychology Club • Sigma Alpha Pi• Student Veterans Association• Trojan Ambassador• Yes You Can! Club

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Penn Highlands was a platform on which I was able to build my professional skills, leading to all the opportunities and advancements that came after. In two years, I had become the budding specialist that I needed to be, not to mention the strength of body and mind that I also achieved. Without the groundwork that was laid for me at Penn Highlands, I don’t know if such a career path would have been possible!- Mike Viveros, Graduate

OUR STUDENTS RECEIVED MILLIONS.In 2015-2016, our undergraduate students received over $3.3 million in grant aid from all sources. (Source: IPEDS)

Did you know?

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ALL ABOUT THE MONEY

On average students save

$5,970annually by attending a community college

compared to a four-year public college. (Source: College Board)

Our instruction costs per student are within the

lowest 5%among community colleges nationwide,

which lead directly to our students, including you, having lower overall costs.

(Source: National Community College Benchmark Project)

63%of our Fall 2015 degree-seeking students received aid in the form of grants that do not need to be repaid. (Source: Jenzabar)

We are committed to providing the most

affordable access to higher education in the region.

Full Time Tuition (2017-2018)Sponsored: $1,905

Somerset County: $2,970

Non-Sponsored: $3,060

Out-of-State: $4,725

Part Time Tuition (2017-2018)Sponsored: $127/credit

Somerset County: $198/credit

Non-Sponsored: $204/credit

Out-of-State: $315/credit

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MAKE AN IMPACT

Local businesses and organizations our graduates often work for:• Altoona Center for Nursing Care• Conemaugh Health System• First National Bank• H.F. Lenz Company

• California University of Pennsylvania (Cal U)• Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP)• Juniata College

Top colleges and universities our students regularly transfer to:

• In-Shore Technologies• JWF Industries• Nemacolin Resort• PA State Police

• Sheetz• Somerset Hospital• Somerset Trust Company• The Learning Lamp

• Mount Aloysius College• Penn State• Shippensburg University

• St. Francis University• University of Pittsburgh• University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown (UPJ)

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Visit www.pennhighlands.edu/admissions to get started with your application today.

The best way to learn more about Pennsylvania Highlands Community College is to visit one of our five facilities located throughout the Southern Alleghenies region.

Contact us at 1.888.385.PEAK to schedule a tour today.

BUSINESS CARD AREA FOR POSITION ONLY

Ready to apply?

Want to learn more?

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