Vincennes University, located in Vincennes, Ind., was founded in 1801 as the first college in Indiana and one of only two colleges founded by a president of the United States. The university houses a Business and Workforce Assistance Center to provide local businesses with production and management training as well as economic development assistance. Vincennes is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is also a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The university currently offers baccalaureate degree programs in homeland security and public safety, nursing and technology.
Midland College located in Midland, Texas, was recreated from the Permian Junior College in 1975 with the organization of the Midland College District. The college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The Bachelor of Applied Technology program is designed for students that already possess an associate degree but wish to pursue additional education for career advancement. A Bachelor of Organizational Management is also offered. In addition to classroom work, students are given an opportunity to participate in internships, seminars and other practical knowledge application activities.
The main campus of Great Basin College is located in Elko, Nev., with satellite campuses located in Battle Mountain, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Internet-based courses are also available. The college offers baccalaureate degree programs in elementary and secondary education, natural resources, social science, applied science, nursing and social work. Great Basin is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The main campus of Vermont Technical College is located in Randolph Center, Vt., with another campus in Willston. The college offers 12 baccalaureate degree programs and boasts an average class size of 16, a faculty-to-student ratio of 11 to 1, and a 98 percent job placement for graduates. Among the available baccalaureate programs offered are architectural engineering technology, computer information technology, dental hygiene and equine studies.