Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Online

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University History and Background

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  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the world's oldest, largest, and most prestigious university specializing in aviation and aerospace. It is the only accredited, aviation-oriented university in the world.
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  Embry-Riddle was founded in Cincinnati, Ohio, on December 17, 1925, by barnstormer John Paul Riddle and entrepreneur T. Higbee Embry, as the Embry-Riddle Company. The company opened the Embry-Riddle School of Aviation the following spring.
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  Embry-Riddle is an independent, nonsectarian, not-for-profit coeducational university serving culturally diverse students seeking careers in aviation, aerospace, business, engineering, and related fields.
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  Embry-Riddle is a tax-exempt educational institution organized under IRS Sec. 501(c)(3) and Sec. 509(a).

Academics

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  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, composed of the Daytona Beach Campus, the Prescott Campus, and the Worldwide Campus, is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, Telephone: 404-679-4501) to award degrees at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels.
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  Embry-Riddle has traditional, residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona. Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus provides educational opportunities to working adults at more than 130 locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. In addition, school degree programs can be pursued via the Internet through Worldwide Online.
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  Embry-Riddle has a $30 million contract with the U.S. Department of Defense that maintains the University's long-time status as the sole provider of aviation-related degree programs to the U.S. military in Europe.
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  At the residential campuses, certificate programs in flight (private, commercial, instrument, multi-engine, flight instructor, and instrument flight instructor ratings) and flight dispatch are approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.
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  The University offers more than 30 degree programs. These include undergraduate degreeprograms in aeronautical science; aeronautical systems maintenance; aeronautics; aerospace electronics; aerospace engineering; aerospace studies; air traffic management; applied meteorology; aviation business administration; aviation environmental science; aviation maintenance science; aviation management; business administration; civil engineering; communication; computer engineering; computer science; electrical engineering; engineering physics; global security and intelligence studies; homeland security; human factors psychology; mechanical engineering; safety science; software engineering; and space physics. Masters degreeprograms are offered in aeronautics, aerospace engineering, business administration, engineering physics, human factors and systems, mechanical engineering, safety science, and software engineering. Doctoral programs are offered in aviation and in engineering physics.
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  The University's fleet of 95 instructional aircraft includes the following models: American Champion Decathlon, Cessna 150, Cessna 172, Cessna 172S, Cessna 182RG, Diamond DA42, Piper PA28R Arrow, and Piper PA44 Seminole. Embry-Riddle�s 36 simulators/flight training devices include the following models: Cessna 172 CPT, Frasca 141, Frasca 142, Frasca AdvATD, Frasca C172 G1000 Level 6 FTD, Frasca C172 Level 6 FTD, Frasca CRJ Level 6 FTD, Frasca DA42, Frasca PA44 Level 5 FTD, Frasca PA44 Level 6 FTD, Jeppesen FS200AC PCATD, and Thales A320 FBS.
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  Embry-Riddle provides training to Air Force, Air National Guard, and international flight safety officers at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, N.M.
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  Embry-Riddle offers training for aviation maintenance professionals through the Aviation Maintenance Science (AMS) degree program at Daytona Beach. These programs include FAA-approved training for airframe and powerplant mechanic certification and a specialization in avionics line maintenance. FCC certification training is also available through AMS.

Statistics

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  Many types of financial aid, including scholarships, grants, and loans, are available to students, with 91% of residential campus students receiving some form of financial aid.
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  For the class of 2005, 95% of Embry-Riddle graduates overall are either employed or have continued their education within one year of graduation
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  During the 2007-2008 academic year, 349 students were awarded co-op or intern positions.
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  Combined annual enrollment for all campuses is more than 34,000.
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  Embry-Riddle students come from all 50 states. International students from 97 nations make up 9% of Embry-Riddle's residential campus student population. Eighteen percent of the University's residential campus students are female.
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  The overall undergraduate residential campus student-faculty ratio is 16 to 1, with an average class size of 24.
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  The annual operating budget of Embry-Riddle is approximately $265 million.
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  Embry-Riddle's Daytona Beach campus, one of the largest employers in Volusia County, Florida, has a $414 million annual economic impact on the county.
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  In fiscal year 2008, some 161 faculty members were involved in research and other activities with 166 sponsored projects. The total value of all active awards was more than $9 million.

University Accreditation

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, composed of the Daytona Beach Campus, the Prescott Campus, and the Worldwide Campus, is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, Telephone: 404-679-4501) to award degrees at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels.

Spartan College of Aeronautics | Technology

About Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology

Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology was founded September 27, 1928, by W.G. Skelly, President of Skelly Oil Company. He established Spartan Aircraft Company and formed the corporation that built Tulsa Municipal Airport (now called Tulsa International Airport). Since 1928, this airport has been the home of Spartan. Mr. Skelly was convinced that air transportation would come of age and bring with it a need for skilled aircraft technicians and pilots; therefore, Spartan offered both mechanic and flight courses and quickly became a leader in aviation education.

Spartan's fame spread quickly, first nationally and then internationally. Students came from many states and foreign countries.

During World War II and the Korean War, Spartan trained thousands of pilots and mechanics for the armed forces while continuing to expand in the civil aviation field. Much of the credit for this period of expansion goes to J. Paul Getty, who acquired Spartan from Skelly in 1942.

The ownership of Spartan was maintained by Getty until 1968, when it was purchased by Automation Industries, Inc. Spartan built and occupied its south campus on Pine Street in 1969. In 1971, Spartan became a subsidiary of National Education Corporation. National Education Corporation became a subsidiary of Harcourt General Corporation in 1997.

Spartan has graduated more than 80,000 technicians and pilots. Through the performance of its graduates, it has had a significant influence on world aviation.

What Programs does Spartan offer?

A. Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology offers Avionics Maintenance Technology, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Nondestructive Testing diploma programs, Associate of Applied Science Avionics Maintenance Technology, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Quality Control and Professional Pilot degree programs. Spartan also offers a Bachelor of Science Aviation Management degree program.

What kind of facilities do you have?

A. Spartan has over 240,000 square feet of training facilities on three campuses and located at two Tulsa-area airports.

Do you assist graduates in job placement?

A. Spartan offers ongoing career services to their graduates. Career services include: resume creating, on-campus recruiting visits, and interview skills training. The Career Center also holds two on-campus career fairs each year.

When should I apply for acceptance?

A. Applications for acceptance are reviewed and processed weekly. Once a student determines interest in applying for acceptance they should apply immediately. Applicants must complete an interview process with an Admissions Representative prior to submitting application to the college. Final acceptance is determined by the Admissions Department after reviewing submitted application and all supporting documentation.

Does Spartan offer any scholarships?

A. Thousands of scholarship dollars go unused each year simply because no one applies. Spartan and other aviation and non-aviation related organizations offer scholarships to assist students in attending college. Contact Spartan today for complete details on scholarships available to qualified students.

Do you offer housing assistance?

A. The Spartan Landing Housing complex. Located just behind Spartan's Main Campus, The Spartan Landing offers comfortable and affordable housing for their single students. The Spartan Landing availability is limited and filled on a first come first served basis. Spartan can also recommend a free apartment referral service to assist students in locating suitable housing when the Spartan Landing is at full capacity. The referral service is for flight students, single students age 21 and older and married students, or for students attending college with family.

Indiana State University Online

About Indiana State University Online

Indiana State University is a medium-sized, comprehensive university founded in 1865. The student population of approximately 10,000 includes students from throughout the United States and 59 countries. Indiana State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.

The University has offered distance learning since 1969.

On-campus courses are transformed to distance courses using the latest technologies. The primary delivery mode is the Internet. Selected courses are offered via Desktop Videoconferencing and live I-TV (accessible at selected receive sites).

Many courses and programs are offered entirely via distance learning; others require minimal visits to the ISU campus. Typically, any required on-campus components are designed to accommodate the schedules and geographic restrictions of working adults.

The University offers a comprehensive package of student services, including technical assistance for on-line and I-TV courses, credit transfer assistance, financial aid programs, an online bookstore, and library services.

Financial assistance programs include state and federal financial aid (including veterans benefits), scholarships, and student loans. In addition, the University's Sycamore Payment Plan enables eligible students to pay for semester-based courses in affordable monthly payments instead of large annual or semester payments.

Indiana State University Facts

Founded:
1865 as Indiana State Normal School

Location:
Terre Haute, Indiana

President:
Dr. Daniel J. Bradley (ISU's 11th president)Dr. Bradley started at ISU on July 31, 2008.

Type:
Public-coeducational university

Names:
Indiana State Normal School (1865-1929)Indiana State Teachers College (1929-1961)Indiana State College (1961-1965)Indiana State University (1965 to present)

Tuition
Academic Fees

Room and board:
$3486 (per semester)

Faculty (2007):
410 (tenure and tenure-track)

Staff (2006):
508 (full-time executive, administrative and professional staff)
651 (full-time support staff)

Average class size (2006):
24.6

Faculty-Student ratio (2007):
1:17.4

Enrollment:
10,487 (total)

Undergraduate: 8,386
Graduate: 2,071
Full-time: 7,936
Part-time: 2,521
Men: 4,804
Women: 5,653

Where our students come from (2008):
78.8% from Indiana 17% from out-of-state4.2% from outside the U.S. (59 countries represented)

Residence Halls:
Blumberg and Cromwell HallsMills and Rhoads HallsBurford HallPickerl HallHines and Jones HallsLincoln QuadUniversity Apartments

Diversity of student population (2008):
78.2 percent Caucasian17.9 percent minority2.4 percent international students1.5 percent students of unknown origin

2008 Minority breakdown (of the 17.9 percent above):
74.8 percent African American 9.7 percent Multiracial 7.8 percent Hispanic American 5.9 percent Asian American1.9 percent American Indian

Degrees offered:
Associate-TransferAssociate-TerminalBachelor'sMaster'sDoctorateEducation Specialist

Majors:
More than 100 majors, including criminology, elementary education, nursing, psychology, communications, business, aerospace technology, recreation & sport management, construction management, music, athletic training, human resource development, and many more.

Top five undergraduate majors (2006):
Elementary, Early & Special Education
Criminology
Nursing
Business Administration
Communication


Top five graduate majors(2006):
Educational Leadership, Administration & Foundations
Nursing
Curriculum, Instruction & Media Technology
Counseling
Industrial Technology Education

Student Organizations:
96

2008-09 projected revenues:
$142,730,000
· 61 percent in state appropriations
· 36 percent in student fees
· 3 percent in other fees, income, etc.

2008-09 projected expenditures:
· 51 percent in salary & wages
· 20 percent in fringe benefits
· 9 percent in supplies & committed expenses
· 7 percent in utilities & other
· 7 percent in student aid
· 3 percent in equipment & other capital
· 1 percent in repairs & maintenance
· 1 percent technology & quality enhancements

Mascot:
Sycamore Sam

Team Name:
Sycamores

Colors:
Blue and White

Sports:
12

Hallmark College of Technology

About Hallmark College of Technology

Hallmark College of Technology was founded in 1969 as Hallmark-Aero Tech. Richard H. Fessler, co-founder, began the school with the primary purpose of serving students, industry, and the community.

The Federal Aviation Administration certified Hallmark as an Aviation Maintenance Technician School on September 18, 1969, and the doors were opened for eight students. The original campus was located at San Antonio’s historic Stinson Municipal Airport.

Richard H. Fessler became the school’s president in 1974. His leadership and commitment to quality education guided the school through the 70s and 80s with significant accomplishment.
In 1981, their Electronics Program was launched. In 1982, Hallmark received degree-granting approval and became the first private career school in the State of Texas to award an associate degree.

By January 1985, the growth of their school programs made it possible to open a second campus. The Electronics Program was relocated to the northwest corridor of San Antonio at 10401 lH-10 West. In 1988, Business Programs were launched at this new campus.

In 1995, the Aviation Technology Programs were relocated to a new campus at the San Antonio International Airport. At this time, Hallmark Aero-Tech became known as Hallmark Institute of Aeronautics and Hallmark Institute of Technology.

In their continuing quest for excellence in education, Hallmark College strives to meet the current and future demands of business, industry, and the community by continuing to expand and develop their programs. As a result, in 2002 Hallmark College introduced a new degree program in Computer Network Systems Technology and 2003 new degree programs in Medical Assistant and Business Office Administration.

Over the years Hallmark College has earned a reputation for providing quality education and service. Currently, Richard H. Fessler serves as Chairman of Hallmark College and Joe Fisher serves as President. In 2007, the names of the two campuses were changed to Hallmark College of Aeronautics and Hallmark College of Technology. In 2008, the College had approved Microsoft Office seminars and Microsoft Technical seminars, the Medical Assistant Certificate program and the Healthcare Information Specialist (Billing/Coding) Certificate program.

Hallmark College of Technology Credentials

The administration and faculty at Hallmark College of Technology and Hallmark College of Aeronautics take great pride in the knowledge that Hallmark is one of the best schools in the world.

Accreditation

Hallmark College of Technology and Hallmark College of Aeronautics are accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT). ACCSCT is a private, nonprofit, independent national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as “a reliable authority concerning the quality of education or training offered by the institutions of higher education or higher education programs it accredits”.

The accreditation system provides an assurance of quality and establishes eligibility for participation in federally funded programs. It also supports institutions in achieving educational effectiveness for students and employers. The accreditation process is a completely voluntary, non-federal peer review following the guidelines of the accrediting body.

The Medical Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP), on recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).

Approvals

The authority for approvals is usually established through either federal or state legislation, policies, or rules which set minimum standards and operating requirements. The purpose of these standards and requirements is to assure quality and integrity and to promote institutional accountability.

Hallmark College of Technology and Hallmark College of Aeronautics meet the standards of and operate under the following approvals:

· Approved by the United States Department of Education
· Approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
· Approved as an eligible institution for participation in Title IV federal student financial aid loans and grants
· Approved and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission, Career Schools Section, Austin, Texas (Hallmark College of Technology)
· Approved by Microsoft as an Information Technology (IT) Academy (Hallmark College of Technology)
· Approved for the training of veterans under the following:

• Chapter 30 ( Montgomery G.I. Bill)
  
• Chapter 31 (Disabled Veterans)
  
• Chapter 32 Veterans Program (VEAP)
  
• Chapter 34 (G.I. Bill)
  
• Chapter 35 (Survivors and Dependents, Educational Assistance)
  
• Chapter 106 (Military Reserves)

· Approved by Service members Opportunity Colleges as Concurrent Admissions Program (ConAP) participant
· Approved by the United States Department of Justice, Immigration and Naturalization Service for training international students
· Approved for training under the Texas Rehabilitation Commission
· Approved provider for training under the Texas Workforce Commission for TAA/NAFTA-Trade Adjustment Assistance Training Program
· Approved by Workforce Solutions Alamo for training under the Workforce Investment Act’s (WIA) Training Provider Certification System (TPCS) Note: Only statewide Workforce Investment Act (WIA) participants are referred
· Approved by Workforce Solutions Alamo for training under the Youth Opportunity Grant (YO) as a Certified Youth Training Provider

FAA Certification

Certification by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) involves an agreement between the FAA and the Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) training program provider that shows how the provider will meet the academic and regulatory requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR). The criteria approved by the FAA includes curriculum content, training facilities, training equipment, and instructor qualifications. This training leads to examination for federal licensing as an aircraft maintenance technician. This license is required by the FAA to work on all U.S. registered aircraft.

Hallmark College of Aeronautics is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration as an Aviation Maintenance Technician School (FAR Part 147) BJ2T718K (Hallmark College of Aeronautics)

Memberships

Memberships in professional and community organizations enable Hallmark administrators and instructors to meet with peers to share ideas, voice opinions, and influence outcomes. Participation in organizations promotes the professionalism and excellence that Hallmark College strives to instill in students.

· Member of Career Colleges and Schools of Texas
· Member of the Career College Association
· Member of Alpha Beta Kappa, a National Honor Society in Arts, Sciences and Trades
· Member of the Professional Aviation Maintenance Association. (Hallmark College of Aeronautics)
· Member of the Aviation Technical Education Council (Hallmark College of Aeronautics)
· Member of Higher Education Transfer Alliance (HETA)
· North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce
· Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

Authorizations

Pearson Vue testing centers must meet test center requirements regarding facilities, staff, and technology. Their authorized testing center provides Hallmark students with a wide variety of Information Technology (IT) certification tests from test sponsors such as Microsoft, CompTIA, and Cisco. Hallmark College of Technology students have the advantage of training and certification testing in the same location.

Lewis University

About Lewis University

Introduction

Located 30 minutes southwest of Chicago, Lewis University is a comprehensive, Catholic university where the traditions of liberal learning and preparation for professional life give the university its educational identity and mission focus. Lewis provides 70 undergraduate majors and programs of study, 22 graduate programs, and accelerated programs for working adults through the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Nursing and Health Professions. Premier programs include aviation, criminal/social justice, education, nursing, and business. Lewis is one of many schools sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers with over 325 years of teaching experience in the Lasallian tradition.

History

Founded in 1932 under the direction of the Chicago Archdiocese and Bishop Bernard J. Sheil, Lewis began as the Holy Name Technical School for boys. Aviation technology was the special emphasis of instruction and the origin of today’s highly regarded Department of Aviation. In 1952 the school was renamed the Lewis College of Science and Technology. In 1960, the De La Salle Christian Brothers - members of a 326-year-old religious order devoted exclusively to teaching and named after Saint John Baptist de La Salle, their founder and Patron Saint of Educators – assumed direction of the institution. Today, with growing enrollment, outstanding programs, experienced faculty and motivated students, Lewis University is recognized as one of the finest, mid-sized, comprehensive Catholic universities in the country.

Control

Private, co-educational, founded in 1932.

Affiliation

Catholic and Lasallian. One of approximately 100 universities worldwide sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers.

Location

Main campus situated on 376 beautiful acres in Romeoville, Illinois just 30 minutes southwest of Chicago.

Campus Sites

Romeoville, Chicago, Hickory Hills, Oak Brook, Shorewood, Tinley Park, Chicago

Enrollment

5,600 total students – 4,000 undergraduate and 1,600 graduate students. 10th largest private in Illinois.

Faculty

199 full-time. Student / faculty ratio is 12:1

Colleges and Schools

College of Arts and Sciences
College of Business
College of Education
College of Nursing and Health Professions
School for Professional and Continuing Education

Degrees

Associate of Science (A.S.)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Bachelor of Elected Studies (B.E.S.)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Master of Science (M.S.)
Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.)
Certificate of Advanced Study (C.A.S.)
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)

Programs

More than 70 undergraduate majors and areas of study and 20 graduate programs.

Focus

Professional and career preparation in a liberal arts tradition

Athletics

Member of the NCAA Division II and the Great Lakes Valley Conference in 18 sports for men
and women.
Basketball –M/W
Baseball -M
Cross-Country –M/W
Golf – M/W
Soccer – M/W
Softball - W
Swimming – M/W
Tennis – M/W
Track and Field - M/W
Volleyball - M/W

Activities

More than 30 active student organizations.

Residence Halls

Eleven residence halls housing 1,100 students.

Alumni

26,000

Notable:

Named “A Best Midwestern College” by The Princeton Review
Rated “Top Tier” by U.S. News and World Report
Largest bachelor’s degree program in Nursing in Illinois
Nationally ranked Flight Team
Nationally ranked Mock Trial Team
Award winning student newspaper The Flyer
First all digital college radio station in the country
One of only 14 accredited programs in Athletic Training among private universities in Illinois
Largest undergraduate program in Criminal Social/Justice among private universities in Illinois
The oldest Aviation program among universities in Illinois
The only University aviation program in Illinois with an airport on campus
Located in Will County, one of the fastest growing counties in the country
Largest graduate program in School Counseling and Guidance in Illinois
Nursing, Aviation and Education students recently achieved 100% pass rate on certification exams

Accreditations & Affiliations

Lewis University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

The College of Nursing and Health Professions' basic professional program is approved by the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation, and all nursing programs, graduate and undergraduate, are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (One Dupont Circle, Washington DC, 20036) for the 10-year maximum term.

Department of Aviation programs are approved by the Federal Aviation Administration under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR): Approved Dispatcher Program, Approved Flight School, and Approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School.

All teacher education programs are approved for entitlement by the Illinois State Board of Education in conjunction with the Illinois State Teacher Certification Board. In addition, the College of Education has earned NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) accreditation.

Inquiries concerning regional accreditation should be directed to:
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois, 60602-2504.
By phone: (800) 621-7440 or (312) 263-0456.

Liberty University

About Liberty University

Liberty University is the largest and fastest growing Christian Evangelical university in the world. Founded in 1971 by the late Dr. Jerry Falwell Sr., Liberty started with his vision to train young Champions for Christ. They’re now the largest private university in Virginia, offering more than 60 accredited programs of study. Liberty University’s campus boasts top-notch facilities and state-of-the-art technology, but their original mission and purpose remains strong as they continue to grow.

Liberty hosts some of the world’s best-known Christian evangelists, speakers and performers every semester, and their vibrant spiritual life based on a solid doctrinal statement truly sets them apart from other schools. While academics and faith are their top priorities, Liberty is also pleased to offer NCAA Division I athletics and many recreational opportunities. Everything they do is designed to develop Christ-centered men and women with the values, knowledge and skills essential to impact tomorrow’s world.

LU Quick Facts

Institutional Type

The University is a religiously-oriented, private, co-educational, comprehensive institution

Motto

"Knowledge Aflame"

Location

Lynchburg, Virginia

Founded

1971

Campus

· 5,000-acre campus
· Over 2.9 million sq. feet of facilities
· 123 buildings
· 163 classrooms

Enrollment

· Fall 2008 residential enrollment: 11,300
· Fall 2008 distance learning enrollment: 24,000

Academic Programs

· 55 Undergraduate residential programs
· 15 Undergraduate online programs
· 32 Graduate programs (residential & distance learning)
· 21 Graduate online programs

Student Profile

· Residential: 47% Male, 53% Female
· Distance learning: 49% Male, 51% Female
· 63% of resident students live on campus; 37% commute
· The student body represents all 50 states (plus DC) and over 80 countries
· Resident students volunteer 224,000+ hours each year in the community and on campus

Faculty Profile

· 22:1 Student/professor ratio
· 341 Full-time faculty
· 47 Full-time faculty with Academic Administration responsibility
· 438 Adjunct faculty
· 71% Full-time faculty hold terminal degrees

Athletics

· 18 NCAA Division I Athletic programs
· 17 Intramural Sports
· 7 Student-organized Club Sports

Technology

· 95% of campus has wireless access
· 100% Technology-enabled classrooms
· 17 Student computer labs

Library

· 72,482 Electronic full-text books
· 60,386 Electronic full-text journals
· 303,899 Volumes books, bound periodicals

Tuition/Room & Board/Fees

$21,200 approximate annual undergraduate resident cost including tuition, mandatory fees, and housing

Statement of Purpose

Philosophy of Education

Liberty University is a Christian academic community in the tradition of evangelical institutions of higher education. As such, Liberty continues the philosophy of education which first gave rise to the university, summarized in the following propositions. God, the infinite source of all things, has shown us truth through Scripture, nature, history, and, above all, in Christ. Persons are spiritual, rational, moral, social and physical, created in the image of God. They are, therefore, able to know and to value themselves and other persons, the universe and God. Education as the process of teaching and learning involves the whole person, developing the knowledge, values, and skills that enable the individual to change freely. Thus it occurs most effectively when both instructor and student are properly related to God and each other through Christ.

Mission

To develop Christ-centered men and women with the values, knowledge, and skills essential to impact tomorrow’s world. The mission is carried out for resident students through a rigorous academic program and structured social environment. It is carried out for external students in a comparable academic program but without the structure of the resident community.

Aims

1. In support of its Philosophy and Mission, Liberty University seeks to develop the whole person by providing its students with intellectual and cultural pursuits that:

2. Contribute to a knowledge and understanding of other cultures and of international events.

3. Promote an understanding of the Western tradition and the diverse elements of American cultural history, especially the importance of the individual in maintaining democratic and free market processes.

4. Foster university level competencies in writing, speaking, reading, appreciation of the arts, analytical reasoning, computer literacy, and research.

5. Enhance graduate level knowledge and skills, particularly in the areas of individual research and scholarship.

6. Convey the different ways of acquiring knowledge in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

7. Enable them to engage in a major field of study built on a solid foundation in the liberal arts.

8. Explore the moral dimensions and ethical implications in the disciplines offered by the University.

9. Assist in developing competence and determination in their approach to their vocation, including encouragement in choosing and following their vocation as a calling to glorify God, fulfilling the Great Commission, and doing the will of God through all of life.

10. Promote the synthesis of academic knowledge and Christian values in order that there might be a maturing of spiritual, intellectual, social and physical behavior.

11. Cultivate a sensitivity to the needs of others and a commitment to the betterment of humanity.

12. Encourage a commitment to the Christian life, one of active communication of the Christian faith, personal integrity, and social responsibility which, as it is lived out, leads people to Jesus Christ as the Lord of the universe and their own personal Savior.

Liberty University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees. Liberty is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International.