Parent Prep
Shopping for Your Student's Dorm Room
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Your to-do list to prepare for your student's college experience is probably getting long. One easy — and fun — thing you can start doing is preparing for his or her residence hall room!
To access the best deals, start shopping now for your student's residence hall room and other needs. Here is a helpful list of "What to Bring" items for your reference.
Thinking about a cell phone or computer purchase? Be sure to check out discounts available to Cedarville students.
Call your admissions counselor at 1-800-CEDARVILLE (233-2784) if you have any questions about Getting Started activities in August. There is much anticipation as we prepare for the fall, and our team is here to help! We will keep you informed through the summer.
The deadline for paying your student's reservation deposit is May 1. Submit the deposit today to confirm his or her spot in the fall 2023 incoming class!
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Choosing a Residence Hall and Roommate
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Is your admitted student ready to choose a Cedarville residence hall and select a roommate? We’ve made it easy!
Your student’s personalized My.Cedarville.edu portal has all the resources he or she will need to easily transition from home to a residence hall room on campus. Your student can visit My.Cedarville.edu today to:
- Get to know future classmates through the Cedarville incoming fall 2023 class Facebook group.
- Find a roommate with RoomSync, a roommate-matching software that compares your student's likes and dislikes with other new students.
- Complete the Request Housing task. Before making a decision, visit our residence hall page to get to know all of the dorm options. You can learn about community life in each residence hall, view floor plans, and watch a video with a Cedarville student as your guide. You'll also find a timeline for when your student will be granted access to the housing selection system. Keep in mind that students’ access is based on when they made their reservation deposit.
If you have any questions about the housing selection process, contact us at 1-800-CEDARVILLE. Your student’s admissions counselor will be happy to help!
Be sure to pay your student's reservation deposit by the May 1 deadline. With a record number of deposits already submitted for fall 2023, we may need to start a waitlist for those who deposit after the deadline.
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Consider the Early Start June Term for Freshmen
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Students who plan to enroll as freshmen this fall can join other incoming new students for our Early Start June term from June 10-24, 2023. During this two-week residential experience, students will take one general education course while they meet new friends and get to know campus better.
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ROTC Opportunities and Scholarships
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Is your student interested in a military career someday? Cedarville University offers ROTC programs for the United States Army and Air Force. The ROTC helps students gain confidence and self-discipline that they will use throughout college and the rest of their lives, while preparing for a fulfilling career. It’s also a great way to help pay for college; full and partial scholarships are available.
Read more and watch a video about Cedarville's ROTC program in today's post.
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Your Student's Next Steps
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
If you’re a parent of one of our incoming new Cedarville students, encourage them to watch for text messages about the personalized My.Cedarville.edu portal. This online resource site alerts incoming students about upcoming mailings, required forms, and approaching deadlines. Each completed task will move them one step closer to their arrival at Cedarville!
As examples, My.Cedarville.edu gives students easy access to information about residence hall and roommate selection, financial aid, class registration, Getting Started orientation weekend, and much more. They will never miss a deadline or lose a required form with this interactive, personalized site!
If you have not already done so, now is the time to pay your student's reservation deposit and secure a place in the fall class. You can send the $250 deposit by mail or pay by credit card online. The deposit is refundable through May 1.
Call Admissions at 1-800-CEDARVILLE (233-2784) if you have any questions.
P.S. Did you know that Cedarville hosts a private online Facebook community for our admitted students? It’s a place to join engaging conversations, explore interests, ask questions, and receive updates. It is the online space to be for all future Cedarville students! Please encourage your student to join the conversation at My.Cedarville.edu!
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Happy Thanksgiving From Cedarville University!
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to say how much we appreciate you as a parent and your part in your student’s college decision process!
Research affirms that parents are the top influencers of a student's college decision. You help to shape the conversation about what is important. Thank you for making a Christian education — one that presents a distinctly biblical worldview in every academic discipline — a priority for your student.
From the Cedarville family to yours, may you experience the blessing of God's goodness and peace during this Thanksgiving season!
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Posted in Admissions Why Christ Centered Higher Education
Deadline Extended: Students Apply for Free Until November 15!
Monday, November 14, 2022
We've extended the free application deadline, but time is running out to take advantage of the offer to apply for free!
Encourage your student to apply online to Cedarville University by tomorrow, November 15, and we’ll waive the $30 application fee. (Students also receive three great gifts: campus visit travel voucher, USB charging cable, and a T-shirt!)
Questions? Your student's admissions counselor is available to help! Our team looks forward to meeting you and answering your questions.
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How Do Colleges Make Admissions Decisions?
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
As you and your student go through the college application process, you may wonder what colleges consider as they make admissions decisions.
When colleges — including Cedarville University — make
admissions decisions, they are seeking to admit students who will be successful in their college experience and able to achieve their educational goals at the institution.
Read today's post for more insight into Cedarville's admissions process, including admission requirements and intended outcomes.
P.S. Now is the best time to apply for fall 2023! If your student is considering Cedarville University, encourage him or her to apply online as soon as possible. Students who apply by November 1 pay no application fee, and they will receive some fun incentive gifts. We would be happy to discuss our admissions criteria with you in greater detail, if you have questions.
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Posted in Admissions Why Christ Centered Higher Education
Explore Our Virtual Viewbook
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
We'd love for you to get to know Cedarville better through our virtual viewbook. With links to videos and web resources, the Cedarville viewbook will give you a glimpse into what 1,000 days as a Cedarville undergraduate student looks like, from the rigorous and supportive academics, to dynamic chapel worship experiences, to transformative discipleship that happens all across campus. You'll discover what makes Cedarville truly unique.
Start exploring the viewbook now, and imagine your son or daughter as a Cedarville student!
P.S. Encourage your student to apply by November 1, and they'll receive a free T-shirt and pay NO application fee.
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Checklist for Choosing a College
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Choosing a college will most likely be the biggest decision your son or daughter has made so far. It can be an overwhelming — but not impossible — decision. In today's post, Matt Dearden, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management at Cedarville, offers Five Words of Wisdom for walking through the college decision process with your son or daughter.
We will be praying along with you this year as you work through this incredible, life-changing decision. Please don't hesitate to contact us if we can help in any way!
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Posted in Admissions Campus Visit Spiritual Growth Why Christ Centered Higher Education
Come See Us at a College Fair Near You
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
As you and your student work through the college search process and, ultimately, decide which university is the best fit for your family, college fairs can be a great first step in learning about the many options. You’ll meet representatives from a wide range of schools and ask the questions that matter the most to you. You may even go home with lots of great SWAG!
Cedarville admissions counselors will be touring the country this fall taking part in numerous college fair events, including a Christian college fair circuit sponsored by the North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals. NACCAP hosts more than 140 fairs across the U.S. and Canada each year.
Read today's post to discover if there's a college fair near you.
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Visit Cedarville This Fall!
Thursday, September 8, 2022
Your student's 1,000 Days at Cedarville University start with a visit day, and fall is a great time to come to campus! We want your student to make the most of his or her days at Cedarville, starting with their first campus visit!
Visiting campus is the best way to determine if Cedarville is a good fit for your student. You'll get a taste of the vibrant Christian community and commitment to academic excellence that mark a Cedarville education. We think your son or daughter will be excited to return as a Cedarville student!
Read today's post for visit opportunities this fall.
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Applying to Cedarville – Video Resource
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
If your son or daughter is ready to apply to Cedarville, we’ve created a helpful video resource to help them get started. From required supporting documents to admissions standards, you’ll discover everything you need to know to take this next important step in your student’s journey. As always, you can contact your student's admissions counselor if you have questions throughout the application process. We are here to serve you!
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National College Decision Day Is Tomorrow!
Saturday, April 30, 2022
Tomorrow is May 1 – the National College Decision Day! We are so thankful for the number of students who have already confirmed their plans to be at Cedarville in August.
Read More to see the top reasons students and parents give for choosing Cedarville University.
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Posted in Academics Admissions Why Christ Centered Higher Education
Cedarville's Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's Options Make Education More Affordable
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Cedarville is always looking for ways to help make our distinctly Christian education affordable and accessible for more families. Last week we mentioned three-year completion options that can help your student complete college sooner, saving time and money. A few years ago, we took this idea to another level: accelerated graduate pathways.Students have three options to complete a bachelor's and master's degree in less time at a lower cost:Pathway to an M.B.A. – Students can complete a...Continue reading »
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Including Dual Enrollment in Your College Plan
Monday, February 7, 2022
As a reminder, tomorrow, February 8, 2022, is the third of our three informative Dual Enrollment webinars.
Learn how dual enrollment can help your student get a jump-start on college to save both time and money. Once you register, you'll receive a link to access the webinar on the day of the event.
Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at 7 p.m. EST
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Ohio’s College Credit Plus Program: What’s New in 2022
Monday, January 31, 2022
As a reminder, tomorrow, February 1, 2022, is the second of our three informative Dual Enrollment webinars.
Learn how Ohio high school students can take FREE college courses and get updated information about 2022 College Credit Plus (CCP) deadlines, eligibility requirements, and more!
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 7 p.m. EST
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Explore Cedarville's Campus Through Our Virtual Tour
Thursday, December 2, 2021
The best way for you to get to know Cedarville is by visiting campus, but we know that for some of you, distance has made it difficult to get here. That's why we created an online virtual campus tour. You’ll get a taste of Cedarville's beautiful campus as you take a guided virtual tour.
Read today's post for more information on our virtual tour, plus another great option you can explore from home.
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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 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 than...Continue reading »
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Plan a Campus Visit This Spring
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
How do you know that Cedarville University (or any other college) is the right fit for your son or daughter? The best way to decide is to visit campus! This spring, plan to spend a few informative hours as our guest, see what makes Cedarville unique, and experience campus life in action. Enjoy your own personalized visit, register for CU Friday on March 26, or attend one of the upcoming All-Access Orientation events (April 9 and April 16) for admitted students. All-Access Orientation...Continue reading »
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