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Date: June 17th, 2008
Author: Bob Martin
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Trying to figure out college education options may be one of the most difficult and stress-inducing decisions students have to make. Although there are hundreds of websites and books created specifically to guide students through the college application process, these publications tend to focus on the traditional four-year university. Many times the career college option is forgotten.
No student should miss out on getting the best education catered to their needs. To help students make the right choice for their future, the Imagine America Foundation published the Imagine America’s Guide to Career Colleges 2008-2009. The Guide is an innovative and comprehensive publication specifically created to help students navigate the various educational opportunities offered by America’s career colleges.
With a listing of over 1,300 career colleges, application and enrollment information, links to hundreds of admissions representatives, scholarship resource and planning options, a family’s guide to education tax cuts and much more, any student will be on the right career college path in no time. Imagine America’s Guide to Career Colleges 2008-2009 is unique because it is also a resource that helps students throughout the entire college admissions process, not just in choosing a school to apply to. It is also offered complimentary to nearly 12,000 high school guidance counselors all over the United States.
For more information on how to get your hands on this great resource, contact Jenny Faubert at (202)-336-6743 or e-mail at jennyf@imagine-america.org and mention code 917 for your free copy today.
Robert L. Martin assumed the position of President of the Imagine America Foundation (formerly the Career College Foundation), the 501(3) (C) public policy/research affiliate of the Career College Association, in March 2006. Prior to this, Bob served as the Foundation’s Vice President/Executive Director for over six years.
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Date: April 14th, 2008
Author: Bob Martin
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Career colleges have a tremendous impact on the labor force. They also provide an educational option for students who choose to follow a path other than a traditional college or university route. This information on career colleges has always been known to be true. The release of the 2008 Fact Book: A Profile of Career Colleges and Universities sheds new light on trends that aren’t so obvious, including new evidence that career colleges offer both minorities and low-income students significant opportunities.
The Imagine America Foundation’s 2008 Fact Book provides an annual snapshot of the for-profit sector of higher education, as well as a comparison of public and private two- and four-year institutions. Several interesting facts are found in this year’s statistics, including:
- The career college sector is more likely than the non-profit sector to serve students who are independent, have incomes in the lowest quartile, have parents with an education below the high school level, and are racial or ethnic minorities;
- Nearly 43 percent of career college students are minorities, a four percent rise from a year ago;
- 38 percent of degrees conferred at career colleges were to minorities compared to 19 percent at public and 16 percent at private, not-for-profit institutions; and
- Career colleges made up four of the top ten institutions awarding MBAs to minorities, with half of those producing minority doctorates in business.
In addition to the large number of minority students, career colleges provide a much higher level of student services to help those students persist and succeed in their studies. Why are students choosing career colleges? The biggest cost students have when going to college is the lost wages, or opportunity costs. This is especially important for low-income students. The shorter time it takes to acquire a degree for students in career colleges is a critical consideration for students with limited resources.
Want to learn more about the latest statistics on career colleges featured in the 2008 Fact Book? Visit www.imagine-america.org or contact Kerry Turner at 202.336.6711 or kerryt@imagine-america.org today!
Robert L. Martin assumed the position of President of the Imagine America Foundation (formerly the Career College Foundation), the 501(3) (C) public policy/research affiliate of the Career College Association, in March 2006. Prior to this, Bob served as the Foundation’s Vice President/Executive Director for over six years.
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Date: March 10th, 2008
Author: Bob Martin
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Looking for college resources geared toward career colleges for students enrolling at your school? Trying to find a new way to educate high school students on how to get the most out of their career education? With the 2008 Imagine America’s Student’s Guide your students will learn study tips, credit card do’s and don’ts, the importance of externships, different kinds of financial aid, and much more!
Life after high school brings new changes and freedom to a student’s life; there are several things that students seem to overlook. With the proper use of time management, students are able to get the most out of their education and overall college experience. The years after high school are a great time to prepare for both externships and eventually the work force. By adopting good habits now, students will put themselves in a routine that they can carry on for the rest of their life. By understanding the proper use of credit cards and the importance of creating a budget, students will avoid the mountains of potential credit card debt.
For students looking for information on enrolling at a career college there is no need to look any further. Just hand them the Imagine America’s Student’s Guide and they can read the article on Applying to Career Colleges Q&A Enrollment Guide to get them on the right track. The Guide also features insider articles on student services, the importance of technology in the classroom, federal financial aid programs, getting the most of your study time, college externships, and what every high school graduate should know, among many other important topics.
To request your free copy of the 2008 Imagine America Student’s Guide, please contact Danica Benson at danicab@imagine-america.org or at 202-336-6724.
Robert L. Martin assumed the position of President of the Imagine America Foundation (formerly the Career College Foundation), the 501(3) (C) public policy/research affiliate of the Career College Association, in March 2006. Prior to this, Bob served as the Foundation’s Vice President/Executive Director for over six years.
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Date: February 14th, 2008
Author: Bob Martin
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Have your recent marketing efforts failed to reach our technology driven teens? Find out the best ways to connect with career college bound students at Understanding the High School Student, a new seminar offered in collaboration with the Imagine America Foundation and the National Research Center for College & University Admissions (NRCCUA).
With a survey database of nearly 5.5 million high school students, NRCCUA is the expert on high school students. This seminar will present the latest data on high school students – helping you find out the who, what, why, when, and how high school students make their college choices. By interpreting this data we will also offer insights into the workings of the high school recruiting cycle, detailing the development of admissions marketing strategies and giving you the tools to help you achieve your admissions goals.
Additionally, panelists Maureen Bumas, Dean of Admissions at Johnson & Wales University, Russell Freeman, President of Coyne American Institute, and Rich Crain, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Universal Technical Institute among others will be sharing their experiences in this area.
Designed specifically for career colleges, Understanding the High School Student is aimed at assisting both colleges with well-established high school admissions programs AND those that are considering a new or expanded high school admissions program.
Space is limited, and this seminar is filling up rapidly!
Date: Friday, February 22, 2008
Time: 8:45 am to 1:30 pm
Cost: $50 for Imagine America high school scholarship program participants
$175 for non-participants
Place: Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe
1600 S. 52nd Street
Tempe, AZ 85281
Breakfast and Lunch Included
Register: www.nrccua.org/imagineamerica
For more information contact Chris Carroll by email at chrisc@imagine-america.org or by phone at (202) 336-6812.
Robert L. Martin assumed the position of President of the Imagine America Foundation (formerly the Career College Foundation), the 501(3) (C) public policy/research affiliate of the Career College Association, in March 2006. Prior to this, Bob served as the Foundation’s Vice President/Executive Director for over six years.
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Date: February 4th, 2008
Author: Bob Martin
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What does one do with dozens of crucial research studies on the career college sector? Put them in one place and makes them accessible to everyone – in a research archives. Looking for facts and statics for a report or presentation? Need resources? Find this and much more by exploring the new Imagine America Foundation online research archives.
Studies you’ll find in the Imagine America Foundation Research Archives include:
- Economic Impact of America’s Career Colleges. (Did you know that private career colleges contributed $38.6 billion to the U.S. economy in 2005?!)
- Fact Book: A Profile of Career Colleges & Universities. (In the 2005-2006 academic year career colleges enrolled over 2 million students.)
- Accountability Measures: Review and Recommendations. (Learn about performance indicators used to assess postsecondary education.)
Just to name a few.
I could go on and on with more eye-opening facts and statistics from our studies, but instead I’ll let you go to www.imagineamericafoundation.com and click on “Research Archives.” That way you can find information interesting to you!
If there is a research topic you think the IAF should cover, let us know. Feedback is always welcome.
Robert L. Martin assumed the position of President of the Imagine America Foundation (formerly the Career College Foundation), the 501(3) (C) public policy/research affiliate of the Career College Association, in March 2006. Prior to this, Bob served as the Foundation’s Vice President/Executive Director for over six years.
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