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How To Help Your Student Choose a College Major
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Help your student choose a college major by exploring their interests, strengths, career options, and resources for finding the right fit.
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4 Reasons Why Teaching Creation at a Christian College Is Important
Friday, January 23, 2026

Most science departments at Christian universities and colleges either ignore the issue of creation and Genesis altogether or promote theistic evolution. There are only a handful of schools that believe that Genesis is historically accurate and forms a foundation for science, the Bible, and Christian education. In today's post, Dr. John Whitmore, Senior Professor of Geology at Cedarville University, shares four reasons why Cedarville holds true to a biblical, literal six-day creation and always will.
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How a College's Graduation Rate Can Save You Money
Friday, March 7, 2025

We all know students who started their four-year college journey … six years ago. Whether they are struggling to pass classes, basking in the learning experience, or simply switching their major too many times, their college education can quickly accumulate an even larger price tag when eight semesters turn into twelve.
One of the best ways a university can save you money is to help your student graduate on time. Consider the additional costs if students take five or more years to finish or if they never complete their educational goals!
At Cedarville, we make it a priority to help students graduate on time, saving them money but more importantly, allowing them to begin using their career to make an impact for Christ sooner. Today's post provides helpful information about graduation rates and what to consider as you compare college options.
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Posted in Academics Admissions Affordability Careers Why Christ Centered Higher Education
Successful Transition to Post High School Life – A Conversation With Kim Ahlgrim
Thursday, October 24, 2024
In the final podcast in our series, Heidi St. John and Kim Ahlgrim talk tips for a “Successful Transition to Post High School Life.” What does it look like for your child to learn responsible independence? What steps can you be taking now to set your children up for success? And how will your relationship with your child change in a way that will bless you both in a whole new way during their time in college and beyond?
This episode is available on Spotify and YouTube.
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Preparing Teens for Post High School Life – A Conversation With Shellie Doub
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Today’s podcast with Heidi St. John and Cedarville’s Shellie Doub is all about “Preparing Teens for Post High School Life.” You’ll learn about dual enrollment terms, figure out when your teen is ready to start college classes, and benefit from all kinds of tips on how to navigate your student’s transition from high school to their next big step!
You can listen to this podcast on Spotify or YouTube. Plus, stay tuned for future podcasts with Cedarville faculty and staff on Heidi St. John’s channel.
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A Bold, Biblical Approach to Geology
Friday, October 4, 2024

At Cedarville, we approach the study of geology differently from most universities — even ones that identify as "Christian." As with every program we offer, our geology program boldly acknowledges the Bible as the ultimate framework for research and study without sacrificing academic excellence. We are unashamed to adhere to a literal, six-day account of creation and recognize God as the Creator of all life.
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Posted in Academics Why Christ Centered Higher Education
Proficiency Requirements for Incoming Freshmen
Thursday, May 25, 2023
All incoming students must satisfy the English and mathematics proficiency requirements. Read today's post for important information on how to satisfy and report these requirements.
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Why Do Alumni Send Their Students to Cedarville?
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
What makes Cedarville alumni want to send their children to Cedarville? For Cathy Exline, a Cedarville University 1995 elementary education graduate, it can be summed up in one word: excellence. Cathy found that her Cedarville experience prepared her well for the challenges of classroom teaching. "When I began my first position teaching fifth grade, my colleagues and I would chat about our college experiences," she explained. "I found that I was much more prepared to be in the classroom...Continue reading »
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