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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
(The Only Accredited Aviation-Oriented University in the World)
is the world’s oldest, largest, and most prestigious university specializing in aviation and aerospace. It is the only regionally accredited aviation-oriented university in the world. For more than 30 years Embry-Riddle has recognized that the people who work in aviation and aerospace regard education and professional development as top priorities. Opportunities to learn and grow are actively sought because aviation and aerospace are linked to
advancing technology and industry personnel must respond quickly to changes in their environments. The Extended Campus is dedicated to providing educational opportunities worldwide to adult learners who, for various life circumstances, want or need to pursue their education in a nonresidential environment. The Extended Campus includes the College of Career Education, Worldwide Center Operations, the Center for Professional Education, the Distance Learning Enrollment Office, and support departments.
DEGREES

MAS – Master of Aeronautical Science, Specializations in Aeronautics; Management; Operations; Safety; Human Factors; Education Technology; and Space Studies. ERAU offers classes leading to an AS or BS in Professional Aeronautics, Technical Management, and Aviation maintenance. Minors are offered in Safety; Business; Instructional System Design; Supply Chain Management; and Logistics.

Undergraduate and Graduate Aviation Safety certificates are also available, as part of a program of study or separately.

EASY ACCESS
Courses are taught in five 9-week terms per year, with one evening class session at MCAS Beaufort per term

TUITION ASSISTANCE 100%
(see Education Office Staff for benefit information)

CONTACT INFORMATION
MCAS Beaufort Office Hours
MON - FRI: 0830 - 1630
Tel: 843/228-7585, Fax: 843/522-1128

COLLEGE CREDIT AWARDED
Bring us your SMART transcript and we will show you how far along in a degree program you already are! We award college credit for the following:
  • 3, 4 Levels
  • Enlisted and Officer tech, training schools and Courses
  • NCO and SNCO Academy leadership schools
  • Major Naval Command Academies and PME
  • FAA A&P licenses/certificates
  • Most CLEP and DANTES exams
INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION
ERAU Aerospace Department is ranked Number One in the country. Fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

FOR YOU
The world’s largest independent aeronautical university, the Only Accredited Aviation-Oriented University in the World, ERAU has a student body of more than 21,000. Serving the Beaufort area since 1999. Open to military, contractors, civilians, and designed for the non-traditional adult student. Approved for veteran’s benefits.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Marine Corps Air Station
Tel: 843/228-7856, Email: beaufort.center@erau.edu
Dawn Beattie
Director of Operations
Mon - Thu 0800 - 1700 Undergraduate Tuition Cost: In Class $215.00 per semester hour. Online $ 240.00.
Tom Nance
Assistant Director of Operations
Fri 0800 - 1500 Graduate Tuition Cost: In Class $246.00. Online $400.00.

Webster University continues its 28 year commitment to the Tri-Command and wider Beaufort community, providing quality traditional Graduate education in a classroom setting. The same rigorous standards for teaching extend to Webster's on-line instruction (all such instructors also teach in the traditional classroom setting).

Webster is unique in the Beaufort area in offering the following graduate degree programs in a traditional classroom format: the MBA (Masters of Business Administration), Master of Arts in Management and Leadership, and Master of Arts in Human Resources Development.

All these programs are also available at Webster's 100 other campuses worldwide and on-line.

Webster also offers 15 other Masters Degree programs on-line, which can be combined with classroom work at Beaufort (or elsewhere). [see www.webster.edu]

In sum, Webster provides the Beaufort military community with an unparalleled combination of traditional rigor and state-of-the-art flexibility.

DEGREE PROGRAMS (available in class)
MBA (Master in Business Administration)
Master of Arts in:
• Human Resources Development
• Management & Leadership
It is possible to do “dual” degrees combining any two of the MA programs or to do an area of emphasis with the MBA.
PROGRAMS AND CLASS SCHEDULES ARE TAILORED TO THE NEEDS OF WORKING ADULTS:
  • There are 5 nine week terms per year.
  • Each class meets one night a week for nine weeks.
  • A student may begin the program at any time.
  • It is possible to complete the 12 course MBA and MA degrees in as few as 15 months.
ADMISSIONS
GRE/GMAT exams are not required for admission. A student must hold a Bachelors degree from a regionally
accredited college or university.
Webster University
Naval Hospital Beaufort: 843/524-1851
Naval Hospital, Bldg. #12 Mon - Thur 0830 - 1600 Tuition Cost: $312.00 In Class and $445.00 Online.
Fri 0830 - 1200 (Noon)
MCAS, Bldg. #596 Tues 1000 - 1400
MCRD, Bldg. #923 Wed 1000 - 1400
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
  • MA in Communications Management (core courses on-line; electives available in-class)
  • MA in Public Relations (core courses on-line; electives available in-class)
  • *MBA (entire program available in-class and on-line)
  • MS in Finance (some core courses available in class; electives available in-class)
  • MA in Business and Organizational Security Management (core courses on-line; electives available in-class)
  • MA in Information Technology Management (core courses on-line; electives available in-class)
  • MA in Procurement and Acquisitions Management (core courses on-line; electives available in class)
  • *MA in Management and Leadership (entire program available both in-class and on-line)
  • *MA in Human Resources Development (entire program available both in-class and on-line)
  • MA in Human Resources Management (some core courses available in-class; electives available in class)
  • MA in International Relations (core courses on-line; electives available in-class)
*Programs currently offered in class at Beaufort.
EXPANDED CATEGORIES OF THOSE ELIGIBLE FOR REDUCED MILITARY TUITION AT WEBSTER UNIVERSITY:
  • Active Duty Military
  • Active Duty Military Spouses
  • Federal Civil Service
  • Non-Appropriated Fund Workers
  • Federal Contract Workers
  • Military Reserve Personnel
  • National Guard
  • Veterans/Retired Military
  • Retired Military Spouses
Contact information:
beaufort@webster.edu
843-524-1851
University of South Carolina
As the center for research, scholarship, and public service in the southeast coastal region of South Carolina, the University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) offers programs in Mathematics and the Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Professional and Social Sciences. All curriculum encourages depth of understanding, tolerance of others, and individual accountability. USCB grounds its academic programs in a rigorous Liberal Arts core curriculum, reinforced by regional strengths and needs. The intellectual and cultural keystone of the region, the University enriches residents’ quality of life through community service; symposia, presentations of the performing and fine arts; research initiatives; and partnerships with area schools, businesses, and organizations.

PROGRAMS
  • BS in Nursing, Computational Science, Biology, Business Administration; Human Services; or Hospitality Management.
  • History, Spanish, Psychology, BA in Liberal Studies; English; or Early Childhood Education.
  • AA and AS degrees, fulfilling the first 60 hours of a BA or BS degree, ground the student in Liberal Arts and may predispose hiring and promotion for military and civilians who hold them.
  • Graduate programs are also available; please inquire.
TUITION ASSISTANCE
Tuition Assistance is available to qualified active duty military. TA currently pays 100% of a Marine’s Government Authorized tuition and course-related fees. Military students and family members may also be eligible for other financial aid such as grants, student loans and scholarships. Contact the USCB Financial Aid office for more information at 843/521-4117 or 3104.

COLLEGE CREDIT AWARDED
Military experience can be evaluated for college credit for fully-admitted freshmen or transfer students. Up to
15 hours can be awarded toward an Associate degree and 30 hours toward a Bachelors degree. Credit awards will vary, depending on the degree program pursued.

WE HAVE THE LOWCOUNTRY COVERED
With four teaching sites in Beaufort County, you will be able to find a convenient campus location. USCB holds classes in downtown Beaufort, on Hilton Head Island. In August 2004, the University replaced the Hilton Head campus with a new, full-service campus near Bluffton. The South Campus at the Gateway to Hilton Head expands access to University programs for residents living in southern Beaufort County and Jasper County. USCB will continue to hold classes on its historic campus in downtown Beaufort.
University of South Carolina at Beaufort
Tel: 843/368-8211
Marine Corps Air Station, Tel: 843/228-7499
MCRD Parris Island, Tel: 843/228-2107
Les Brediger (MCRD PI) Mon, Wed & Fri 0830 - 1600 Tuition Costs: $214 per semester hour (Military Special).
Les Brediger (MCAS Beaufort) Tues - Thur 0830 - 1600
Park University
Founded in 1875, Park University is an independent, comprehensive university noted for academic excellence, providing extended learning opportunities for military and civilians for over 100 years.

DEGREE PROGRAMS

Bachelor of Science requires 120 semester hours and 30 hours in residency; Associate of Science requires 60 semester hours with 15 hours in residency. BS degrees are offered in Social Psychology; Criminal Justice Administration; Business Management; Aviation Management; Information Systems Management; Health Care Management; and Human Resources Management. AS degrees offered in Computer Science; Criminal Justice Administration; Business Management; Aviation Management; and Social Psychology. All courses required for the AS and BS degrees are offered at MCAS Beaufort. Graduate online degrees available are: Public Affairs (M.P.A.), Business Administration (M.B.A.), Education (M. Ed.), Communication and Leadership (M.A.), Healthcare Leadership (M.H.L.)

ACCREDITATION AND TRANSFER
Park University is accredited by National, Regional and State agencies. Courses and degrees are readily transferable. Thousands of Park graduates have gone on to earn advanced degrees. Students may transfer credits from courses taken at other accredited colleges and universities with a course grade of ‘C’ or better.
Park also accepts successful CLEP, DSST and Excelsior testing results for credit.

TERM INFO
Courses are conducted in five annual 8-week terms, on weekday evenings, with 2 weeks between terms.
Students taking 2 courses per term are classified as full-time. An AS degree can be earned in 2 years,
a BS degree in 4 years or less, depending upon military/civilian transfer credits.

FINANCIAL AID
Financial aid is available, including Tuition Assistance, Veterans Administration, and Federal student aid
grants/loans. Please contact us for details. A military family scholarship is offered by the University each year.

PARK UNIVERSITY DISTANCE LEARNING
A wide variety of Internet undergraduate and graduate courses are available. Please contact us for details.

FOR YOU
Open to civilian and military high school graduates or GED holders, with the desire and scholarly ability for
college level achievement. Spring II 08 Schedule>>
Park University
Marine Corps Air Station, Tel: 843/228-7052, 843/522-9123
MCRD Parris Island, Tel: 843/228-3502
Dr. Curtis & Ms. Tara Jackson
(MCAS)
Mon - Fri 0800 - 1630 Tuition Cost: In Class $184.00 per semester hour, Online $200.00 per semester hour.
Betty Betz
(MCRD PI)
Mon, Tue, Thurs
Friday
0830 - 1330
0830 - 1230
University of Phoenix
Our comprehensive Web-based program delivers unparalleled convenience and flexibility in the pursuit of your Associate, Bachelors or Masters degree. University of Phoenix is the nation’s largest private university. Our mission is to provide superior education designed around your busy lifestyle. Our commitment to your educational excellence, and student service has made us the number one school for working professionals.

DEGREE PROGRAMS
Complete degree programs in Business; Technology; Criminal Justice; Education; Health Care; Nursing;
Management; or an Associate degree.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Global Management; Technology Management; E-Business; Human Resources Management; Operations Management; and Project Management.

REAL WORLD
More than just convenient, University of Phoenix Online offers one of the most up-to-date curriculums anywhere.
We ensure that our programs provide the skills and expertise that are in demand. We develop our curriculum
based on the current needs of industry. We then draw our faculty from the leaders of that industry, to provide the most valuable education possible. The curriculum is continually updated to reflect the latest proven concepts and practices.

All courses are designed for the immediate use of new skills and knowledge in the workplace. The entire program is organized to foster teamwork, critical thinking, and project management. While you are learning the concepts and techniques, you are developing the exact same skills that lead to success in today’s military and business worlds: decision-making; communication; presentation; and leadership skills.
University of Phoenix
Marine Corps Air Station, Tel: 843/470-0301
MCRD Parris Island, Tel: 843/986-0300
Will Reynolds
(MCAS)
Mon, Wed & Fri 0900 - 1700 Tuition Cost: $250.
Will Reynolds
(MCRD PI)
Tues & Thurs 0900 - 1700
Technical College of the Low Country
While stationed in Beaufort, attend the Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL), the area's comprehensive two-year institution! Technology intensive higher education that equips students with the skills necessary to take advantage of excellent career possibilities.

DEGREES
Associate Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates , Transfer Programs, Continuing Education & Workforce Development.

PROGRAM OFFERINGS
Health Sciences
Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology, Massage Therapy..

Industrial Technology
HVAC, Industrial Electronics and Microsoft Certifications, Building Construction, Civil Engineering
Technology, Cosmetology, Biomedical Equipment Repair,Basic Video Production and Automotive.

Business Technologies
General Business and associated career pathways including Fire Service Administration and
Hospitality/Tourism Management, Legal/Paralegal, Computer Technology including Programming and
Multimedia Design, and Criminal Justice.

Arts & Sciences
Early Child Care & Education and Transfer courses and programs to four-year institutions in South Carolina and to several out of state institutions.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Professional Services in Non-credit instruction include Phlebotomy, Real Estate, Insurance Pre-Licensing, Command Spanish, Customer Service, many other workforce development training areas.

ACCREDITATION
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS); National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission;
National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences; Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs; National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences (NACCAS); Paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
Technical College of the LowCountry
Marine Corps Air Station, Tel: 843/228-7494
MCRD Parris Island, Tel: 843/228-2659
Adia Wright
(MCAS)
Mon - Thur 1000 - 1400 Tuition Cost: $130.00 per semester hour.
Bob Johnson
(MCRD PI)
Mon - Thur 1000 - 1500
Non-Resident Colleges

These institutions have a memorandum of understanding with MCAS Beaufort and MCRD Parris Island but do not hold regular office hours. Please contact the individuals listed to find out more about their programs:

National Training Inc.
Joe Curry
(706) 495-3099
 backupjobplan@earthlink.com
http://www.truckschool.com

TUIU
Kendra Doyle
TUI University
Director of Military Educational Outreach
Phone: (714) 816-0366 ext. 2001
Fax: (714) 827-7407
E-mail: kdoyle@tuiu.edu
Web link: http://tuiu.edu