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23 campuSeS. more than 110,000 StudentS.

With 23 campuses throughout Indiana, Ivy Tech

Community College allows students to take classes

close to home or work. We also offer classes in more than

75 communities, bringing us closer to an even greater

number of cities and towns.

General Studies

Liberal Arts

Professional Communication

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8 SchoolS. 150+ programS. unlimited opportunitieS.

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School of Applied Science and Engineering Technology

School of Business

School of Education

School of Fine Arts and Design

School of Health Sciences

School of Liberal Arts and Sciences

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INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

Whether you’re looking for a better job, a promotion, or just an increase in salary, a degree from Ivy Tech

Community College of Indiana can help you get what you want. We offer the most affordable tuition in the state,

credits that transfer, campuses close to home, flexible schedules, and online classes, making Ivy Tech the perfect

choice for career-minded students. All of our programs are developed with input from employers in today’s

fastest-growing fields, giving you a relevant, career-focused education. Our goal is to help you make the most of

your time—and your future.

When you want an affordable start to a four-year degree in a liberal arts or science field, Ivy Tech Community

College is a great choice. By taking your first two years of classes at Ivy Tech, you can save an average of 50

percent in tuition costs. You’ll be prepared to transfer to a bachelor’s degree-granting college or university, and

you’ll leave school with considerably less debt. Change your life, and change your future by earning a degree

from Ivy Tech Community College. Contact us today to learn more about programs offered in your area.

something else is waiting for you at ivy tech community college.

Get ready for a new experience. As a community college, Ivy Tech offers more for

students than ever before. Many campuses offer extracurricular activities as well as

social and academic clubs. Most importantly, you’ll get to spend time with people like

you who share common interests and goals. Whether you’re grabbing a coffee on

campus or finding a place in student government, there’s always something for you.

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To learn more about employment and salary information for the careers described in this brochure, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics website at www.bls.gov and the Indiana Department of Workforce Development website at www.in.gov/dwd.

With an associate of science degree in General Studies from Ivy Tech Community

College, you’ll have the foundation you need to pursue a four-year degree. General

Studies is an individualized, multi-disciplinary program that gives you a great deal of

flexibility in choosing a career path. In completing this degree, you acquire a broad

educational background that allows you to choose a major as a college junior when

you transfer to a four-year college or university.

it’s your future.

make the most of it.

A degree from Ivy Tech Community College gives you the

flexibility to choose what’s right for you. And for many

of our students, including Liberal Arts majors, that means

credits that transfer to other colleges and universities. In

just two years, Ivy Tech can get you closer to the degree you

want, and our affordable tuition means that you’ll graduate

with much less debt. No matter where you want to end up,

Ivy Tech Community College is a great place to start.

“At Ivy Tech I’m surrounded by people who care about me and where I’m headed.”— Lara Ritz, Ivy Tech Community College student

The General Studies program also can be completed online. Our online programs make it even easier for you to take classes that fit your schedule, while still enjoying interaction with your classmates and learning from the same qualified instructors who teach classes on campus.

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Ivy Tech’s Liberal Arts program provides you with an associate of science or associate

of arts degree so you can transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a

bachelor’s degree in a Liberal Arts major. You’ll receive broad exposure to a traditional

Liberal Arts course of study, including art, English, literature, psychology, philosophy,

music, sociology, history, social sciences, and laboratory sciences. Although most

studies use this degree as the foundation of a bachelor’s degree, you can also start a

career in select fields.

english and communicationIvy Tech’s English and Communication concentration focuses on

composition, communication, and literature. Sharpen your critical

thinking and communication skills and prepare to transfer to a four-

year college or university English program.

foreign languageThere have never been more career opportunities for bilingual speakers.

Ivy Tech’s foreign language concentration gets you started on a four-year

degree, giving you the fundamentals you’ll need to succeed.

humanitiesIvy Tech’s Humanities concentration brings together studies in history,

literature, philosophy and other related disciplines. Students will learn

valuable critical thinking and analytical skills and be prepared to

continue on toward a bachelor’s degree in Humanities.

life and Physical sciencesOur Life and Physical Sciences concentration is designed for students

who plan to pursue further study in science. Classroom and laboratory

time will prepare you to continue on to a bachelor’s degree in the field

of your choice.

mathematicsStudy algebra, geometry, calculus, and other topics in math at Ivy Tech

Community College, and you’ll be ready to move on to a four-year

degree in this field.

social and behavioral sciencesAs a student in Ivy Tech’s Social and Behavioral Sciences concentration,

you’ll study human behavior and social and economic systems in

preparation for further study in economics, political science,

psychology, or sociology.

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“At Ivy Tech, whenever I had a question, my instructors would sit down with me and help me. They’ll do anything for you. It was a very, very positive experience.”

— Lisa Schoenradt, Ivy Tech Community College graduate

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General Studies •  • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Transfer Degree

Liberal Arts •  • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Transfer Degree

Professional Communication • Executive Assistant, Writer

Information is valid as of this document’s publication date. Please visit www.ivytech.edu for the most up-to-date information.

CAREERS IN ThIS FIElD

Corporate Communications

Public Relations

Public Speaking

Marketing

Sales

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“I had the most dedicated group of instructors anyone could ask for. They helped me reach my goals, and I landed the job I wanted two weeks before graduation.”

— Michael Ries, Ivy Tech Community College graduate

degree/certificate Programs

Ivy Tech Community College offers more than 150 programs and concentrations statewide, including in the traditional classroom setting and online. The chart below includes our School of Liberal Arts and Sciences programs. Many of our students, including General Studies and Liberal Arts majors, choose to transfer their credits to four-year colleges and universities.* We also have included examples of the careers you might pursue as a Professional Communication major. Use this chart to explore the options available to you at our 23 campuses statewide.

*Credits transfer at the discretion of the receiving institution. Be sure to inquire about your specific area of study.

tyPes of degrees offered at ivy tech community college

At Ivy Tech, you can earn a variety of two-year degrees as well as one-year technical certificates. Before you enroll, check with your local campus to see what types of degrees or certificate programs are available in your area of study. An admissions counselor can help you choose an option that matches your career aspirations.

The associate of aPPlied science (aas) degree prepares students for a career.

The associate of arts (aa) degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university. The curriculum is almost entirely made up of general education and liberal arts courses.

The associate of fine arts (afa) degree prepares students for transfer to a related program at a four-year school or a career in the fine arts.

Two kinds of associate of science (as) degree programs are available: programs for technical/professional fields and for liberal arts. AS programs in technical and professional areas prepare students to start their career or to transfer to four-year institutions. AS liberal arts programs prepare students for transfer to four-year colleges or universities.

The certificate can be completed in fewer credit hours than other types of academic programs. Certificate programs prepare students to sit for a certification exam in a short amount of time, and are offered in fields most likely to lead to employment or promotion.

The technical certificate (tc) is a one-year program that provides education in conceptual and technical skills for specific occupations.

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No matter what career you’re considering, communications

skills are in high demand by employers. Ivy Tech’s Professional

Communication concentration provides you with the problem

solving skills, communication and writing abilities, and

background you need to succeed on the job or through

further study at a four-year college or university. In this

interdisciplinary program, students take coursework in the

fields of communication arts, English, and electronic media,

where you’ll learn to customize messages for specific audiences

and environments. Your classes also will teach you how to plan

and manage communication projects both individually and as

part of a team, design and use graphics effectively, and develop

a clear writing and presentation style.

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