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3-Year Degree Options Addresses Affordability Issue, Mark D. Weinstein Feb 2017

3-Year Degree Options Addresses Affordability Issue, Mark D. Weinstein

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As higher education costs rise across the country, many students and their families are looking for creative — yet high-quality — options to save time and money. In response to these growing demands, Cedarville University is launching 12 programs that will allow students to earn a bachelor’s degree in three years. The new program options take effect in the fall 2017 semester.


Residence Halls Ranked Ninth In Nation For Value, Affordability, Mark D. Weinstein May 2015

Residence Halls Ranked Ninth In Nation For Value, Affordability, Mark D. Weinstein

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Students select colleges for many reasons, including strong academics, personal development, social life—and even quality residential living options. According to Affordable Schools, Cedarville University has some of the best—and affordable--residential facilities as it was ranked ninth nationally.

Affordable Schools is an online publication which helps students identify schools which offer top-quality education at affordable costs. The list was calculated by comparing an institution’s room and board rate to the national average while also factoring in aesthetic appeal, amenities/facilities and each dorm’s social scene.

In 2012-13, the national average for room and board at a private institution was $10,540. Students …


Students Graduate With "Low Burden Of Debt", Mark D. Weinstein Nov 2014

Students Graduate With "Low Burden Of Debt", Mark D. Weinstein

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The fear of college debt is one of the most talked about stories in the United States for good reason—it can keep students from pursuing a college degree. Cedarville University understands the issue, which is why it held tuition for current students this year.

And, as a result of significantly increasing financial aid over the past five years, and helping students become more creative in finding outside scholarships, Cedarville University is ranked 17th out of 50 Christian colleges for having the “Lowest Debt Burden,” according to Christian Universities Online.