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Schools at a Glance

Boston University

Campbell University

Coastal Carolina Community College

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Webster University

Online Schools

Vocational Schools

 

ONLINE SCHOOLS

Representatives from two online schools now hold office hours aboard Camp Lejeune.  Their hours and representative contact information is listed below.  Military personnel who wish to attend either school listed can utilize the military tuition assistance program as long as they are degree seeking.

American Military University

Office hours are held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1000 to 1630 in Room 126 in Building 825 (Stone Street).  The school representative, Brian Miller, can be reached during office hours at (910) 451-0362 or outside of the posted office hours at (910) 988-4261 or (304) 919-9561.

For information on the programs offered by AMU, please visit their website at www.apus.edu

University of Phoenix

A representative is available Monday through Friday from 0800 to 1700 in Room 125 in Building 825 (Stone Street).  Kimberly O’Connor can be reached during office hours at (910) 451-2580

The school’s website, www.uopxonline.com, should be reviewed for program availability and cost

VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS

Active duty personnel can utilize military tuition assistance to obtain a vocational certificate from both Fayetteville State University and National Training, Inc. 

Fayetteville State University

FSU is currently offering a vocational certificate in Windows Network Administration.  This 18-semester hour program is designed as a short-term objective to provide a student with a solid foundation in the subject matter that leads to a vocational certificate that will prepare the student to complete their professional certification exams.  The total program length is seven (7) months.

Mr. Carlton Hackney holds office hours in Room 125 (Building 825) from 1000 to 1800 Monday through Friday and can be reached at (910) 451-3715.  Courses are held in one of the computer labs in building 825.

National Training Inc.

A representative is available on Wednesday and Thursday in Room 122 at Building 825 from 1100 to 1430 to discuss how to obtain the following vocational training

• Heavy Operator Course
• Commercial Drivers License

If you would like to speak with the area school representative, please contact Walt Chappell at (910) 843-9168 or (910) 474-6210

Schools Aboard Base

There are currently six colleges and universities aboard base ~ Boston University, Campbell University, Coastal Carolina Community College, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, University of North Carolina Wilmington, and Webster University .  Student’s options for higher education range from a vocational certificate up through a Masters Degree.

BOSTON UNIVERSITY

Boston University’s Metropolitan College offers graduate degree programs. The graduate programs offered are:

• Master of Science in Business Administration
• Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
• Master of Science in Project Management (combination of in-class and online)
• Project Management Certificate.

Courses are offered in a convenient weekend format with classes meeting approximately every other weekend during three semesters each year. Students may take two courses per semester and may complete the program in as little as 20 months. Students in our programs are recognized as full members of the Boston University community.

If you have any questions please contact a Boston University representative at the numbers listed below. You can also visit their website at www.bu.edu

CAMPBELL UNIVERSITY

Campbell University is a four-year liberal arts institution affiliated with the Baptist Convention of North Carolina. It is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Baccalaureate, and Masters degrees. The main campus is located in Buies Creek, NC, approximately 110 miles northwest (about two hours driving time) from Jacksonville.

Campbell maintains offices and conducts classes aboard both Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River. The university operates on a semester system using a term schedule. Each term is 8-9 weeks long, and there are five terms per year. In general, two terms are the equivalent of one semester. Students usually attend class twice a week (M/W or T/Th) in the evenings or once a week on Saturday mornings.

The following degrees are available at the Camp Lejeune/MCAS New River campus:

• Bachelor of Applied Science
• Bachelor of Business Administration
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Computer Information Systems
• Bachelor of Science
• Psychology
• Social Science with concentrations in History and Government

If you have any questions please contact a Campbell University representative at the numbers listed below. You can also visit their website at www.campbell.edu

COASTAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Coastal Carolina Community College is an “open door” community college serving the residents of eligible age in Onslow County and the surrounding areas. The curriculum programs are designed to provide college transfer, technical, and vocational education.

The Curriculum Education Division supports a variety of programs and degree offerings. Students interested in pursuing a degree with Coastal would need to complete an application, take any necessary testing and meet with a counselor.   Some of the degrees offered are listed below.  Other Associate of Applied Science, Vocational Diploma, and Certificate programs are available on the main campus.

• Associate of Applied Science
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Computer Programming
• Criminal Justice
• Medical Office Administration
• Paralegal Technology
• College Transfer Program
• Associate of Arts
• Associate of Fine Arts (non SOC)
• Associate of Science

If you have any questions please contact a Coastal Carolina Community College representative at the numbers listed below. You can also visit their website at www.coastalcarolina.edu

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CARBONDALE

Serving the military and civilian population since 1976.  Most courses are non-sequential, allowing students to enroll for any class during the semester.  SIUC students may utilize the following financial assistance programs, based on eligibility: Military Tuition Assistance, Veterans Administration Educational Benefits, Top-Up, Federal Student Aid (Pell Grant, Direct Loans), and the Illinois Veterans Grant for eligible residents of the state of Illinois.

• A 48 semester-hour major with courses taught on an alternating weekend format that spans four semesters and can be completed in sixteen months. (Classes meet every other weekend, both Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:50 P.M.)
• A 31 semester-hour approved career electives requirement that can be satisfied through previously completed military schools, community college degree programs, other technical or industry training programs, or degree-related work experience. (These requirements are not taught by SIUC in off-campus programming.)
• A 41 semester-hour University Core Curriculum requirement (general education) that can be satisfied by transfer credit from other accredited institutions including community colleges, CLEP, DANTES, and proficiency testing. (These requirements are not taught by SIUC in off-campus programming.)

SIUC offers Bachelors of Science in the following areas:

• Aviation Management
• Electronic Systems Technologies
• Health Care Management

If you have any questions please contact a Southern Illinois University representative at the numbers listed below. You can also visit their website at www.siu.edu/~asaocap

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA WILMINGTON (Onslow County Extension Program)

Consistent with The University of North Carolina at Wilmington’s outreach mission and desire to provide additional access to quality education, the Watson School of Education, College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate School and School of Nursing, in collaboration with the Division of Academic Affairs and Extended Education, have established a program to offer undergraduate and graduate level programs in Onslow County.

The University, in conjunction with Coastal Carolina Community College and the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, is offering citizens of Onslow County opportunities to complete the following degrees:

• Master Arts in Liberal Studies
• Master of Education in Elementary Education
• Bachelor of Arts
• Elementary Education
• Criminal Justice
• Clinical Research
• Social Work (starting Fall 2008)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN only)
• R.N. to B.S.N in Nursing (non SOC)
• Teacher Licensure for Elementary Education and Secondary Education (non SOC)

The UNCW Extension Program is characterized as an upper-level curriculum with a combination of on-site and some Internet courses.

Prior to beginning UNCW’s bachelor degree programs in Onslow County, students must have completed at least 24 semester hours of college level work that includes 6 transferable semester hours of English Composition, and at least 3 transferable semester hours of college-level mathematics. Students with bachelor degrees from regionally accredited institutions are eligible to apply to the graduate programs or take courses for teacher licensure.

Military and dependents who are not North Carolina residents may complete the Application for the Benefit of Reduced Tuition Rates as a Member of the Armed Services or Dependent Relative in order to receive in-state rates.

If you have any questions please contact a UNC Wilmington representative at the numbers listed below. You can also visit their website at http://www.uncw.edu/extension

WEBSTER UNIVERSITY

Webster University offers Graduate Degree Programs. Webster is committed to providing working professionals and students with the knowledge and skills needed to advance their careers, accomplish personal goals, and, to succeed in the global economy. Students learn in a supportive and interactive environment. The faculty members offer the perfect blend of academic credentials and professional experience, exposing students to the latest theory and real-world practice. Students enjoy small classes and personalized attention: hallmarks of a rewarding and productive educational program.

Local program options are:

• Masters of Arts (MA)
• Human Resources Management
• Business & Organizational Security Management
• Management and Leadership
• International Relations
• Masters Public Administration (MPA)
• Online Degrees

To make higher education accessible to working adults, we offer evening programs to all active duty military, their dependents and employees affiliated with Camp Lejeune and surrounding bases. Webster University recognizes that many of its students are also working professionals. Therefore classes are conveniently held one night a week per class from 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., five terms a year, which should allow each student to succeed at their own pace. Terms begin January, March, May, August and October. Each term lasts 9 weeks with registration occurring approximately 4 weeks prior to the start of each term. Webster is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

If you have any questions please contact a Webster University representative at the numbers listed below. You can also visit their website at www.webster.edu/lejeune

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