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Creating Your Financial Plan
(recorded March 2013)
If you are wondering how students fund their Cedarville University education, be sure to register for this webinar. Everything you want to know about financing an education at Cedarville University will be explained and displayed in this highly practical and informative presentation. We will unveil 2012-13 costs, explain the financial aid award letter, review sample student invoices, and describe payment plan options. Join us to learn how all of these features fit together to create a custom financial plan that makes it possible for your student to attend Cedarville next fall.
Speaker: Roscoe Smith, Associate Vice President of University Admissions
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Learning at the Collegiate Level
(recorded February 2013)
Just how different is college learning from high school? this transition? What does Cedarville offer to support and encourage these learning efforts? These questions will be addressed as we:
- review the 6 levels of learning (Bloom’s taxonomy)
- take a quick look at Ken Bain’s work on the differences between deep learners, strategic learners, and surface learners
- identify what students can do now to be better prepared for the demands of college-level learning
- introduce the resources and services available to CU students as they study and learn here are Cedarville
Speaker: Becky Kuhn, Coordinator of Academic Engagement
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Completing the FAFSA – First time filers or Renewal filers
(recorded January 2013)
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required to access all need-based aid (institutional, federal, state) and federal Stafford Direct Loans. This webinar:
- provides an overview of the FAFSA process and helps parents and students understand key foundational concepts which enable the student applicant to successfully complete the FAFSA
- addresses both first-time FAFSA filers and returning filers (students who need to renew their FAFSA for each new academic year
- provides tips for avoiding common errors which result in processing delays
- provides information on additional resources which can be used when completing the FAFSA
Speakers: Steve Winey, Assistant Director of Financial Aid; Kim Jenerette, Executive Director of Financial Aid
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Finding Sources of Aid
(recorded October 2012)
More first-year college students have concerns about their ability to finance college than at any time since 1971, according to the CIRP Freshman Survey, UCLA's annual survey of the nation's entering students at four-year colleges and universities.
If you are the parent of a high school student and questioning how you will afford to pay for college, don’t despair! Instead, join us for a 60-minute presentation that will help you make sense of the seemingly complex world of financial aid.
The webinar is led by Roscoe Smith, an associate vice president at Cedarville University who has 25 years of enrollment experience ... not to mention he's a dad going through this process himself with his daughter! You'll be able to ask questions throughout the presentation and gain insights to apply to your specific situation ... all from the comfort of your own home and personal computer.
Speakers: Roscoe Smith, Associate Vice President of University Admissions; Kim Jenerette, Executive Director of Financial Aid
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Helping Your Student Choose a College (What’s important in a college choice; make the most of the search process)
(recorded September 2012)
Navigating through the maze of higher education can be a daunting experience for parents. How do I find the best college for my student? Is this even possible? Don't fret... with more than 45 years of combined experience in higher education, Roscoe Smith and Amy Holderby will help you learn what questions to ask as you move through the college search process. Topics include financial aid, academic requirements, housing and much more.
Speakers: Amy Holderby, Director of University Admissions; Roscoe Smith, Associate Vice President of University Admissions
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Making the Most of Your Campus Visit
(recorded September 2012)
Whether you're driving across the country or just across town, visiting a college campus can be overwhelming. Find out what kinds of things you should learn about when visiting a college campus and how you can assist the admissions department in creating a great visit for you. Through this webinar you will be better prepared to understand the campus visit process and determine which university is the best fit for your student.
Speakers: Sarah Allen, Associate Director, Guest Services; Matthew Little, Associate Director, Admissions
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Sticker Shock — Making the Final Decision
(recorded April 2012)
A lot of factors merge together when you are ready to make your college choice. These include academic major, location, friends ... but the most obvious factor is the total price of admission to your university. In this webinar, you will learn key ways to look at your investment in a college education and we will help you navigate through the costs — and hidden costs — in enrollment. Don't let sticker shock drive you away from the ideal university for your student!
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College Life Outside the Classroom
(recorded March 2012)
This webinar will provide an overview of some of the benefits of a Cedarville education that occur outside the classroom. An intentional focus on high quality support services has led to national recognition for our "supportive campus environment," and measurable student satisfaction that ranks us at the very top nationally in many areas that are important to families. We will discuss everything from our approach to co-curricular programming to our philosophy of redemptive discipline, and ways that parents can stay connected to their student to support your son's or daughter's spiritual and academic success.
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Creating Your Financial Plan
(recorded February 2012)
If you are wondering how students fund their Cedarville University education, be sure to register for this webinar. Everything you want to know about financing an education at Cedarville University will be explained and displayed in this highly practical and informative presentation. We will unveil 2012–13 costs, explain the financial aid award letter, review sample student invoices, and describe payment plan options. Join us to learn how all of these features fit together to create a custom financial plan that makes it possible for your student to attend Cedarville next fall.
» Watch the webinar
» View presentation slides only
Learning at the Collegiate Level
(recorded February 2012)
Just how different is college learning from high school? How can I help my son/daughter make this transition? What does Cedarville offer to support and encourage these learning efforts? These questions will be addressed as we:
- Review the 6 levels of learning (Bloom’s taxonomy)
- Take a quick look at Ken Bain’s work on the differences between deep learners, strategic learners, and surface learners
- Identify what students can do now to be better prepared for the demands of college-level learning
- Introduce the resources and services available to our students as they study and learn here at Cedarville
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How to Complete Your FAFSA and Renewing Your FAFSA
(recorded January 2012)
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required to access all need-based aid (institutional, federal, state), including access to federal loans. This webinar will help parents and students understand foundational concepts which enable the student applicant to successfully complete the FAFSA. This webinar will address both first-time FAFSA filers and returning filers who need to renew their FAFSA for the new academic year. You will also receive information and tips to help you avoid unnecessary errors and processing delays.
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Making College More Affordable — Tax Credits and College Savings Plans
(recorded December 2011)
If you feel confused or overwhelmed at the thought of saving and investing for your child’s college education, you will find this 60 minute presentation to be an invaluable resource. Our presenter, Mr. G. Mike Crawford, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as a Certified Financial Planner® and a Certified College Planning Specialist. Mike will cut through the confusing clutter to help you better understand college savings and investment options, as well as tax benefits including tax credits and deductions. Whether your student is in preschool, middle school, or high school, you will benefit from this informative presentation.
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Developing a Student Leader
(recorded November 2011)
Character-based leadership development lies at the heart of student involvement at Cedarville University. This program intentionally produces young men and women who can lead effectively during their college years and beyond. Come join our associate dean for student leadership development and current student leaders as they describe opportunities and an environment that are designed to:
- Train for success in leadership through interactive forums, structured experiences and skill-driven workshops
- Explore leadership styles and passions by serving in a variety of leadership roles on campus
- Mentor growth through intentional relationships with faculty, staff and fellow student leaders
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Finding Sources of Aid
(recorded October 2011)
"More first-year college students have concerns about their ability to finance college than at any time since 1971."
— CIRP Freshman Survey (UCLA's annual survey of the nation's entering students at four-year colleges and universities)
If you're the parent of a high school student and are questioning how you will afford to pay for college, don’t despair! Instead, join us for a 60-minute presentation that will help you make sense of the seemingly complex world of financial aid.
This webinar is led by Roscoe Smith in our financial aid office, who has 25 years of enrollment experience ... not to mention he's a dad going through this process himself with his daughter! You'll be able to ask questions throughout the presentation and gain insights to apply to your specific situation — all from the comfort of your own home and personal computer.
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How to Choose a Major
(recorded October 2011)
Why choose Cedarville for your undeclared student?
- Advantage of starting college undeclared
- Importance of choosing a "life work" rather than a "life style"
- Practical tools and resources
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Helping Your Student Choose a College
(recorded September 2011)
Navigating through the maze of higher education can be a daunting experience for parents. How do I find the best college for my student? Is this even possible? Don’t fret ... with more than 45 years of combined experience in higher education, Roscoe Smith and Mark Weinstein will help you learn what questions to ask as you move through the college search process. Topics include financial aid, academic requirements, housing and much more.
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Making the Most of a Campus Visit
(recorded September 2011)
A campus visit is the BEST way to determine if a college is the right fit for your student, but parents often share that the whole process is overwhelming and sometimes even frustrating.Find out what to do, see, and experience while you are on campus. Learn what admissions offices need from you to create a great itinerary. Think about how to prepare for your visit with important questions for students and staff. When this webinar is finished, you'll be equipped to make your campus visits all they can and should be.
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Career and Calling
(recorded April 2011)
Cedarville's track record for job placements and grad school acceptances far exceeds national benchmarks. But it is the passion of our Career Services team to go far beyond a "good outcome" that sets Cedarville apart. It begins with a passion to help students understand their career as a calling — a strategic opportunity to impact the world for Jesus Christ.
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Financial Planning for College
(recorded March 2011)
You've heard the phrase "where the rubber meets the road." For families involved in a college decision process, this is it! How are we going to pay for a Cedarville education? You'll learn about:
- Your student's financial aid eAward
- Payment plans
- Budgeting ideas
- Tax advantages
- Creative ways to cover (and save on) college costs
- And much more
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Learning at the Collegiate Level
(recorded February 2011)
Just how different is college-level learning from what is required of students in high school? Becky Kuhn, Cedarville's coordinator of academic engagement, will discuss how to help your student adapt to the rigors of college coursework and succeed!
College Life Outside the Classroom
(recorded December 2010)
Did you know that 92% of a student's college experience takes place outside the classroom?! Understanding a university's approach to student life - what happens in the residence halls, how programming is developed, how standards and discipline are approached, and what support services are available - is another important factor in your family's college decision process.
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Parent Panel: Testimonies and Advice from Other Cedarville Parents
(recorded April 2010)
We bring together parents from across the country for an online discussion and explore parenting from a distance, the value of a Cedarville education, making it affordable, and more!
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