SUNY Orange Viewbook

D I D YO U K N O W ? • Eighty-five percent of today’s careers require training beyond high school while 20 percent of those careers require a bachelor’s degree In to d ay’s fast- p ac ed so c iety, kno wled g e is yo ur stro ng est asset. A SUNY Orang e d eg ree o r c ertific ate.. . • • moves your name to the top of employers’ hiring lists tells four-year college and university recruiters you will be an asset to their school shows your commitment to expanding your job skills and qualifications allows you to advance your education without draining your wallet gives you the confidence to tackle any challenge you may face • Approximately 50 percent of all college students begin their college careers at a community college • • • • Nearly 94 percent of community college graduates are either employed or enrolled for additional education within six months of earning their associate’s degree • SUNY Orange offers nearly 40 academic programs that are designed for transfer and career preparation • The College is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT During my travels and appearances in the community, I am often asked by folks, “Why SUNY Orange?” While there are many reasons for a prospective student to consider SUNY Orange, I typically explain that the College’s strongest asset is its flexibility. Do you want to become more attractive to prospective employers by having acquired your associate’s degree? If so, we can help. Are you looking to establish a strong academic foundation before transferring to a four-year college or university? If so, we can help. Are you seeking to improve your current job skills or change careers? We can help with that as well. Additionally, SUNY Orange offers students a challenging and respected educational program at a tremendously affordable price. When you choose to attend SUNY Orange, you save money now while preparing yourself for greater earnings in the future. SUNY Orange realizes that each student is unique, and we are committed to offering you the type of educational opportunity that fits with your busy lifestyle and helps you achieve your goals. Here you will be introduced to the skills, information and technology necessary to succeed in today’s marketplace, and you will learn from a renowned group of faculty members who excel in the art of teaching. I encourage you to investigate all that the College has to offer. Our admissions staff is available and eager to assist you throughout the admission process. • Ninety percent of SUNY Orange faculty members possess a master’s degree, or higher, in their respective field • The student/faculty ratio is 15/1 • SUNY Orange offers three two-year associate degree programs: the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science (A.A. and A.S. degrees are for students interested in transferring to four-year institutions while the A.A.S. degree is designed to prepare students for employment in a number of career fields) • One-year certificate programs are also available • Approximately 48 percent of SUNY Orange’s students receive some form of financial aid, including grants, loans, workstudy and scholarships • Eighty-five percent of SUNY Orange students reside in Orange County • SUNY Orange sponsors nine intercollegiate athletic programs (men participate in tennis, basketball, baseball, soccer and golf while women compete in volleyball, tennis, basketball and softball) Dr. William Richards President

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