School Description
Provided by Heritage UniversityHeritage University is a non-profit, independent, non-denominational accredited institution of higher education offering undergraduate and graduate education. Its mission is to provide quality, accessible higher education to multicultural populations which have been educationally isolated. Within its liberal arts curriculum, Heritage offers strong professional and career-oriented programs designed to enrich the quality of life for students and their communities.
Heritage University is a fully-accredited, private institution offering a wide array of academic programs and degrees. It is grounded in the belief that a college education should be accessible to anyone with the talent and drive to pursue a degree; regardless of economics, culture, or geographic locations.
Students at Heritage University enjoy a world-class, multi-cultural education and personalized attention. Classes are small, averaging only 11 students in each class. Professors are skilled practitioners with ties deep in their respective fields.
Heritage University makes it possible to earn a college degree near where you live and work. Many undergraduate courses are offered during the evenings and graduate courses are offered on the weekends. In addition to the main campus located in Toppenish, Washington, five regional sites in Moses Lake, Wenatchee, Tri-Cities, South Seattle, and Yakima bring classes closer to students.
Heritage University is a growing campus located in rural Toppenish, Washington. More than $15-million in improvements were recently completed including the construction of the 35,000 square foot, state-of-the-art Arts and Sciences Center, increased parking, better security measures, and landscaping. All of the improvements were completed with funds raised in a $25-million capital campaign.
Heritage University
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaHeritage University, located in Toppenish, Washington on the Yakima Indian Reservation, offers associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees in a number of academic disciplines, including English, business administration, mathematics, computer science, chemistry, biology, social work, and education.
Founded in 1907 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary as Holy Names College in Spokane, Washington, the institution subsequently changed its name to Fort Wright College. In 1982, Fort Wright College moved its administration to Toppenish and was renamed Heritage College, which operated there and in Omak, while maintaining the Spokane campus. Five years later, the Spokane campus was closed.
Since 1993, Heritage College has had a program whereby holders of associate's degrees from Big Bend Community College in Moses Lake can apply their credits to a Heritage bachelor's degree.
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Northwest
- Setting:
- Small Town Setting
- Type:
- Private
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Students & Campus Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment:
- 738
- On Campus Housing:
- Unavailable
- Full Time Students:
- 69%
- Athletic Programs:
- Unavailable
Degree Programs at Heritage University
Associate's Level Programs
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Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Natural Resources and Conservation
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Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the husbandry and production of non-domesticated fish and shellfish populations for recreational and commercial purposes and the management of fishing and marine/aquatic product processing to ensure adequate conservation and efficient utilization. Includes instruction in the principles of marine/aquatic biology, freshwater and saltwater ecosystems, water resources, fishing production operations and management, fishing policy and regulation, and the management of recreational and commercial fishing activities.See more schools with programs in Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
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General Forestry
A program that generally prepares individuals to manage and develop forest areas for economic, recreational, and ecological purposes. Includes instruction in forest-related sciences, mapping, statistics, harvesting and production technology, natural resources management and economics, wildlife sciences, administration, and public relations.See more schools with programs in General Forestry
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Natural Resources/Conservation
A general program that focuses on the studies and activities relating to the natural environment and its conservation, use, and improvement. Includes instruction in subjects such as climate, air, soil, water, land, fish and wildlife, and plant resources; in the basic principles of environmental science and natural resources management; and the recreational and economic uses of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.See more schools with programs in Natural Resources/Conservation
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Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
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Natural Resources and Conservation
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Arts & Humanities
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General Studies
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General Studies
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Humanities/Humanistic Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
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Humanities/Humanistic Studies
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General Studies
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Business
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
Generally, this program prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control a firm or organization. To aid them in taking a leading role in business, individuals in this program study management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.See more schools with programs in Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Management
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Business/Commerce
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Business/Commerce
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General Business
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Education
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General Education
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General Education
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General Education
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General Education
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Teacher Training
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Early Childhood Education
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Early Childhood Education
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General Education
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Health & Medical Services
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Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
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Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
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Pre-Nursing Studies
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Pre-Nursing Studies
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Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
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Science, Technology and Society
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Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
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Mathematics and Statistics
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General Mathematics
A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.See more schools with programs in General Mathematics
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General Mathematics
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Social Sciences
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General Social Sciences
A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences.See more schools with programs in General Social Sciences
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General Social Sciences
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Technology
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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General Computer Science
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General Computer Science
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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Bachelor's Level Programs
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Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Natural Resources and Conservation
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Environmental Science
A program that focuses on the application of biological, chemical, and physical principles to the study of the physical environment and the solution of environmental problems, including subjects such as abating or controlling environmental pollution and degradation; the interaction between human society and the natural environment; and natural resources management. Includes instruction in biology, chemistry, physics, geosciences, climatology, statistics, and mathematical modeling.See more schools with programs in Environmental Science
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Natural Resources/Conservation
A general program that focuses on the studies and activities relating to the natural environment and its conservation, use, and improvement. Includes instruction in subjects such as climate, air, soil, water, land, fish and wildlife, and plant resources; in the basic principles of environmental science and natural resources management; and the recreational and economic uses of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.See more schools with programs in Natural Resources/Conservation
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Environmental Science
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Natural Resources and Conservation
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Arts & Humanities
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature/Letters
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English Language and Literature
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Foreign Languages
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Spanish Language and Literature
A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.See more schools with programs in Spanish Language and Literature
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Spanish Language and Literature
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General Studies
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Humanities/Humanistic Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
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Humanities/Humanistic Studies
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English Language and Literature
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Business
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting
An accounting program provides the tools to practice accounting and to perform related business functions. This program includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations.See more schools with programs in Accounting
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Accounting
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Management
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Business/Commerce
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Business/Commerce
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Accounting & Related Services
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Education
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General Education
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Bilingual and Multilingual Education
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Bilingual and Multilingual Education
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Special Needs Education
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Special Needs Education
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Special Education and Teaching
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Special Education and Teaching
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Teacher Training
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Early Childhood Education
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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English/Language Arts Teacher Education
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Mathematics Teacher Education
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Other Education
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Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
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Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
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Early Childhood Education
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General Education
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
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Science, Technology and Society
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Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
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Mathematics and Statistics
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General Mathematics
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General Mathematics
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Social Sciences
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Psychology
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Psychology
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General Psychology
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General Psychology
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Psychology
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Social Work
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General Social Work
A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning; social counseling and intervention strategies; administrative procedures and regulations; and specific applications in areas such as child welfare and family services, probation, employment services, and disability counseling.See more schools with programs in General Social Work
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General Social Work
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Technology
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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General Computer Science
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General Computer Science
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Master's Level Programs
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Education
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Education Administration
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Education Administration
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Educational Leadership and Administration
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Educational Leadership and Administration
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General Education
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Bilingual and Multilingual Education
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Curriculum and Instruction
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General Education
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Bilingual and Multilingual Education
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Special Needs Education
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Special Education and Teaching
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Special Education and Teaching
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Teacher Training
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Reading Teacher Education
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Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
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Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
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Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
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Education Administration
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Health & Medical Services
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Mental & Social Health Services
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Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
A program that prepares individuals to apply the theory and principles of guidance and counseling to the provision of support for the personal, social, educational, and vocational development of students, and the organizing of guidance services within elementary, middle and secondary educational institutions. Includes instruction in legal and professional requirements, therapeutic counselor intervention, vocational counseling, and related sociological and psychological foundations.See more schools with programs in Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
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Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
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Mental & Social Health Services
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Certificate Programs at Heritage University
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Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Natural Resources and Conservation
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Natural Resources and Conservation
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Natural Resources/Conservation
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Natural Resources/Conservation
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Natural Resources and Conservation
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Business
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting
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Accounting
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Accounting & Related Services
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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Science, Technology and Society
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Science, Technology and Society
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Technology
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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General Computer Science
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Information Systems Operation and Management
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Students
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
Housing
| On-Campus Housing Available: | No |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 7,680 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 45 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 3,914 | 77% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 3,816 | 68% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 1,432 | 81% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,374 | 49% | |
Any Aid: |
95% |
Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)
| Acceptance Rate: | 100% (Open Admissions) |
