Argosy University

Mission Statement

Our passion is teaching and learning. We develop professional competence, provide opportunity for personal growth, and foster interpersonal effectiveness. Students succeed because our university community engages and supports them.

Argosy University is a leading institution of higher learning founded upon the principle that relationship building is at the heart of both educational and professional success.  Our academic programs focus on the interpersonal skills vital to professional achievement, while our faculty and staff nurture students’ confidence — as well as competence — to thrive in their chosen fields.  A private institution of higher education, dedicated to providing professional educational programs at the doctoral, masters, and bachelor’s degree levels in the areas of business, education, and psychology.  The school delivers its programs in either an on-ground format, on-line format, or a blended format for the working adults who are looking to further their education.

Degrees:

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with various concentrations, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with various concentrations, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master in Science Management (MSM), Master of Arts in Community Counseling (prepares student for  licensing as Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC), Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy (prepares students for licensing as MAMFT) Master of Arts in Industrial Organizational Psychology (MAIO), Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Master of Arts in Education in Educational and Instructional Leadership.  Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership, Doctor of Education in Counseling Psychology, (prepares students for licensing as Psychologist), Doctor of Education in Counselor, Education & Supervision, Doctor of Education in Educational and Instructional Leadership, Doctor of Psychology (PsyD).

Certificate Programs:

Various certificates are available within the Master of Business Administration. Certificates usually require four courses and these credits may be applied to a master’s degree should you wish to continue your education.

Schedule:

Courses taken within degree and certificate programs are offered in five weeks (counseling), and seven weeks (all other degrees) formats.  Courses usually meet one evening per week or on a weekend format, and the hours of the class vary according to format.  Many students find that they can reach their goals faster by taking more than one course per session.  Some courses, certificates and degrees, are offered online.  Most courses are offered in a multi-method format using a combination of both online and on site instruction.

Admission:

The Bachelor’s degree program allows for transfer of credits and must be evaluated by the chair of the program.  Master’s degree programs require a bachelor’s degree and an undergraduate gpa of 3.0 but waivers for 2.7 or greater can be granted on a case by case basis.  Doctoral Degrees require a 3.0 gpa in their Master’s Degree but waivers for 2.7 or greater can be granted on case by case basis.  Certificate programs generally do not require an undergraduate degree, although courses are taught at the graduate level.  Transfer credits will be considered on a case by case basis for individuals having a “C” or better in undergraduate courses and a “B” or better in graduate courses.

Tuition:

For current on campus and online tuition rates, please refer to our Web site, www.argosy.edu.
Financial assistance and tuition deferment plans are available.

Contact:

John Evans
Assistant Director of Admissions

Argosy University
1200 Lincoln St
Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 303-248-2708
Fax: 303-248-2715
jjevans@argosy.edu

University of Colorado at Boulder

University of Colorado Denver

The Downtown Campus of the University of Colorado Denver is situated within the skyline that creates Colorado’s capital city. More than 80 degree programs are offered – bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral – along with numerous professional education opportunities. Around 13,000 students pursue degree programs in several downtown campus buildings and through the Web using CU Online access. Students represent a diverse mix of recent high school graduates to seasoned professionals, with an average age of 26.

Degrees:

Seven colleges and schools provide degree opportunities in architecture and urban planning, arts and media, business, education, engineering and applied science, liberal arts and sciences, and public affairs.

• College of Architecture and Planning. M.Arch, M.L.A., M.U.R.P., M.U.D., Ph.D.
• College of Arts & Media B.A., B.F.A, B.S., M.S.
• Business School B.S., M.S., M.B.A.
• School of Education M.A., Ed.S., Ph.D.
• College of Engineering and Applied Science B.A., M.S., M.Eng. Ph.D.
• College of Liberal Arts and Sciences B.A., B.S., M.A., M.H., M.S., M.S.S., Ph.D.
• School of Public Affairs B.A., M.C.J., M.P.A., PH.D

Location:

Flexibility and convenience of class delivery provide students options to take classes downtown on the Auraria Campus near Speer Boulevard and Auraria Parkway and online through CU Online. Classes are also held at the Bard Center on the 16 th Street Mall downtown and at several neighborhood sites. Many students pursue complete degree programs taking classes only in the evenings.

Schedule:

Classes are taught during 16-week fall and spring semesters and 10-week summer semesters.

Admission:

Students can enter as new freshmen, transfer from other institutions, select a non-degree path, or pursue master’s or doctoral degrees. Deadline for priority admissions consideration for undergraduate programs is July 22 for the fall semester and December 1 for the spring semester. Graduate-bound students must contact the individual colleges and schools providing the program for deadlines and application requirements.

Contact:

Lynn Hoffman
Office of Admissions
University of Colorado Denver
Campus Box 167, P.O. Box 173364
Denver, Colorado 80217-3364
Voice: 303.556.4950 or 303-556-4950
Fax: 303.556.4838
Email: Lynn.Hoffman@cudenver.edu

Click here for Downtown Campus homepage: www.cudenver.edu
Click here for Downtown Campus degree programs: http://www.cudenver.edu/Academics/Programs+and+Degrees/default.htm

Click here for Anschutz Medical Campus homepage:  www.uchsc.edu

University of the Rockies

Founded in 1998 as the Colorado School of Professional Psychology (COSPP), University of the Rockies provides graduate education in psychology.  In September 2007, after an acquisition with Bridgepoint Education, COSPP became a school within the University of the Rockies. 

University of the Rockies is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission to offer graduate degrees in clinical psychology and organizational leadership.

Mission:  The mission of University of the Rockies is to provide high-quality, accessible learning opportunities globally for diverse groups of individuals seeking preparation for life goals, professional practice, service, and distinguished leadership.

Degrees:              Master of Psychology:     

Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counselor, General Psychology, Business Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies, Non-Profit Management and Organizational Leadership

                                Doctor of Psychology:     

Clinical Psychology, Business Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies, Non-Profit Management, and Organizational Leadership

Location:              Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Schedule:            Two schedules for completing coursework throughout our five, nine-week terms:

                                1)  Evening Track: Classes meet one time a week, Monday-Thursday, 5:30-9:30.

                                2) Weekend Track: Classes meet three weekends over the nine-week term,                                                                                           Friday through Sunday afternoon.

                                All students have a typical course load of two classes per term.

Admission:         Completed bachelor or master degree from a regionally accredited institution.                                                          Call for additional requirements.

Tuition:                Please call to learn more about tuition rates and the financial options available to you.

Contact:                Hillary Reed

                                Admissions Recruiter

University of the Rockies                                                                                                                                                Admissions Office                                                                                                                                     555 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Suite #108                                                                                                              Colorado Springs, CO 80903

                                Phone: 719.442.0505 (local); 800.877.1184 (toll free)

                                Email: info@rockies.edu

                                Website: www.rockies.edu