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It's Time to Complete the FAFSA!

Wednesday, January 3, 2024

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The completely redesigned FAFSA form for 2024-25 opened December 31, 2023, in a "soft launch" rollout that is allowing the Department of Education to monitor the new form's functionality over the next few weeks. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is required to access all need-based scholarships at Cedarville as well as state and federal grants and subsidized student loans. Completing the FAFSA is the best way to ensure that your student receives the most financial aid possible.

Learn more about the FAFSA in today's Parent Prep.


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8 Great Ways to Make the Most of Christmas Break

Friday, December 15, 2023

Christmas giftChristmas break is a great time for students to sleep in, spend time with friends, and — most importantly — celebrate Christ's birth.

But it's also a good opportunity to take care of important college-related details. Encourage your student to get a head start on 2024 and move that much closer to his or her Cedarville career.

Read today's post for 8 great ideas to make the most of your student's Christmas break.

But above all, celebrate our Savior's birth! He is the reason Cedarville exists and the focus of everything we seek to accomplish in the lives of students!

Merry Christmas from your friends at Cedarville University!


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Accelerated Degrees Save Students Money and Time

Monday, December 11, 2023

smiling graduatesCedarville is always looking for ways to help make our distinctly Christian education more affordable and accessible for families. Two of the ways we do that is by offering three-year completion plans for many of our popular undergraduate degrees and by offering accelerated pathways to graduate degrees for students who value or need that additional level of education.

Read today's post to learn more about these popular cost-saving opportunities at Cedarville.


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Cedarville Stories From New Students and Parents

Friday, September 8, 2023

Bethesda Students in NewsroomWhat would make nine students from a single high school graduating class all choose Cedarville University? Why are parents excited to have their students here? And what makes Cedarville so special, anyway?

As you continue to work through college decisions with your high school senior, we think you'll enjoy this recent Cedarville Stories podcast featuring three current freshmen plus two of their parents.


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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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ROTC Opportunities and Scholarships

Thursday, March 9, 2023

ROTC student in classIs 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

Pencil checking off a checklistIf 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

Fall pumpkins and candlesThanksgiving 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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Deadline Extended: Students Apply for Free Until November 15!

Monday, November 14, 2022

studentsWe'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

photo of admissions acceptanceAs 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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Checklist for Choosing a College

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

collegebound signChoosing 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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Come See Us at a College Fair Near You

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

College FairsAs 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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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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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...
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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

Register now »


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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

Register now »


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Explore Cedarville's Campus Through Our Virtual Tour

Thursday, December 2, 2021

Virtual TourThe 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...
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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...
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