NEW SCHOOL

YOUR SUPERCOOL GUIDE TO ADULT EDUCATION

Old School? New School?

Fall is on our doorstep again, and that means sweater fashion, corn mazes and hitting the books. While "Back to School" implies lunch boxes and naptime for the tween-set, we've found twenty-one colleges, universities, schools and other institutions ready to cater to non-traditional students. So whether you're looking to find a new career, expand your skills, explore a talent or convince your parents that kayaking IS school, this compilation is for you. Read on, intrepid scholar.

The Art Institute of Portland

The Art Institute of Portland is located in the city's hottest zip code zone, in the arts and culture neighborhood known as the Pearl District. With more than 80,000 square feet of space, The Art Institute of Portland is more than just a note-taking, test-taking institution. Twelve computer labs are abuzz all day long with students working on Macs and PCs, using various software applications such as Maya, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CAD, 3D Studio Max, ProTools and Avid DV Express for class projects. The Art Institute of Portland Gallery, located on the first floor of the building, is home to many exhibits each year and evening receptions during the first Thursday of each month. Check us out.

1122 NW Davis Street, Portland, OR 97209

(888) 228-6528

www.aipd.artinstitutes.edu

Carmen Jones

admissions & marketing

the art institute of portland

1122 nw davis

portland, or 97209-2911

ph: (503) 382-4731

fx: (503) 227-1945

www.aipd.artinstitutes.edu

Berlitz Language Center

Berlitz: A standard of excellence in language learning for over 125 years. For more than a century, people from all around the world have looked to Berlitz for an effective, lasting and enjoyable learning experience.

When it comes to learning to speak a new language or understanding the nuances of another culture, no one is better prepared to help you reach your goals than Berlitz. We offer an extensive range of programs, and our courses feature an up-to-date curriculum based on years of teaching experience. Authentic content is delivered by native-fluent instructors as well as through multi-media course materials. All our language programs feature the proven BerlitzMethod, the most natural way of learning to speak a new language.

Many popular languages are available through affordable Live Instruction programs, while more specialized languages may require individual instruction or a Distance Learning solution.

With all that Berlitz offers, it's no wonder it has been the natural choice for millions.

321 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 100

Portland, OR 97204

(503) 274-0830

berlitz@nwlink.com * www.berlitz.us

Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions

Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions, the leader in test prep, helps students achieve their educational goals. With courses in the MCAT, DAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, SAT and more, we build futures one success story at a time.

600 SW 10th Ave. Room 303

(503) 222-5556

kaptest.com

Linfield College, Adult Degree Program

Linfield's Adult Degree Program brings Bachelor's Degrees and Certificates to working adults through Online and On-campus evening classes. Seven complete programs are offered in the BA or BS with choice of major:

Accounting, Business Information Systems, International Business, Management, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Arts and Humanities, and RN to BSN (Nursing).

Certificates: Accounting (Post-Bacc), Human Resource Management, Marketing, Computer Information Systems.

ADP tuition is highly competitive with state institutions and other private colleges. Financial aid available. Transfer any number of college credits.

Earn credit for life experience. Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Ranked #1, US News and World Report, Comprehensive Colleges-Bachelor's, Western region.

Portland Campus, 2255 NW Northrup St., 97210

(503) 413-7161

(800) 452-4176

www.linfield.edu/dce

Marylhurst University

At Marylhurst University, you're always a person, never a number. Seminar-style classes--evenings, days, weekends or online--offer spirited discussion in a rich learning environment. Study with faculty who are recognized leaders in their areas of expertise. Opt to design a custom degree plan to meet your personal and career goals, or earn up to 45 credits toward a bachelor's degree for what you've already learned at work and from life. Marylhurst offers year-round admissions and scholarships for all ages. Recognized by US NEWS & WORLD REPORT, Marylhurst is dynamic, relevant, convenient and flexible. Discover the difference.

17600 PACIFIC HIGHWAY (HWY. 43)

(503) 636-8141 (800) 634-9982

www.marylhurst.edu

National College of Naturopathic Medicine

NCNM provides and fosters a challenging, eclectic and rigorous academic experience. Students are immersed in new ways of thinking about not only medicine and health care, but human beings and the world. On the forefront of natural medicine, both eastern and western, and of integrated medical education, research and patient care, NCNM offers two graduate professional degrees in accredited and recognized programs: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, a four-year program of clinical sciences and holistic methods of healing and disease prevention, instilled with the ancient principle of the healing power of nature; and Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, a four-year program that delves deeply into thousands of years of classical Chinese methods of diagnostics and healing, using herbs, acupuncture, bodywork and therapeutic exercise.

049 SW Porter Street

Portland, OR 97201

(503) 552-1660

www.ncnm.edu

Oregon3D, The Academy for Digital Arts and Sciences

Learn what's new. Create what's next.

Oregon3D provides short-term intensive training in computer graphics and design for 3D animation, game development, special effects, industrial design, medical visualization and urban simulation. Oregon3D's high-quality courses are offered during day, evening and weekend hours at affordable prices.

Students can learn the fundamentals of industry standard tools such as 3ds max, Maya or combustion in four days for $495. Advanced classes, lab hours, expert consulting and facility rentals are also available.

Located in Portland, the school's singular facility features an immersive stereoscopic display wall used for real-time simulations including the Virtual Portland City Model.

735 SW 20th Place, Suite 230

Portland, Oregon 97205

T: (503) 626-9000

F: (503) 641-5671

www.oregon3d.com

info@oregon3d.com

Oregon College of Art & Craft

Oregon College of Art & Craft is dedicated to excellence in teaching art through craft. Nestled on eleven serene acres in the southwest hills of Portland, Oregon College of Art & Craft provides courses in book arts, ceramics, drawing and painting, fibers, metals, photography and wood. Offering BFA, Certificate and Post-baccalaureate Studies in Crafts and adult and children's classes and workshops, Oregon College of Art & Craft is the source of instruction and inspiration for aspiring artists of all ages and skill levels. Enroll for fall term now by calling 503.297.5544 or visit the College's website at www.ocac.edu.

8245 SW Barnes Road

Portland, OR 97225

(503) 297-5544

www.ocac.edu

Oregon School of Massage

The Oregon School of Massage, founded in 1984 and licensed by the Oregon Department of Education, is a private, professional school committed to providing holistic education by integrating the body, mind, heart and spirit. We offer classes in Portland and Salem, with a flexible schedule designed to suit adult students who want to individualize their training.

Our skilled instructional staff provides interdisciplinary massage training that engages the whole person and supports personal, as well as professional, growth.

9500 SW Barbur Blvd. #100

Portland, OR 97219

1-800-844-3420

www.oregonschoolofmassage.com

Pacific Northwest College of Art

Begun in 1910, Continuing Education at PNCA is the oldest continuously running community arts program in the Northwest. The Adult program consists primarily of evening classes held during the week, with occasional weekend workshops both on and off campus. The Youth program is for children and teens, with specially designed Pre-College workshops and studios. Each summer the College provides an extensive summer program with opportunities to study art regionally and abroad.

Please visit our website to check out the complete Fall schedule.

1241 NW Johnson St.

Portland, OR 97209

(503) 821-8903

www.pnca.edu

www.pnca.edu/ce/adult/

Computing Technologies at Portland Community College

The Computing Technologies program at PCC prepares students for careers in highly competitive and rewarding IT fields. Earn an associate's degree, transfer credits to a four-year Oregon university, certificate or vendor-recognized IT certification in a variety of technology programs that include:

* Computer Applications

* Programming

* Database Administration

* Security

* Hardware

* Self-Paced Learning

* IT Certifications

* Short Term Training: Skill Seminars

* Network Administration

* Video Production and Multimedia

* Open Source Solutions

* Operating Systems

For more information, visit us online at www.pcc.edu or call:

Cascade (503) 978-5115

Sylvania (503) 977-4096

Rock Creek (503) 614-7256

Southeast Center (503) 788-6200

The Institute for Health Professionals (IHP) at Portland Community College

The Institute for Health Professionals (IHP) offers timely and innovative solutions for health professionals in need of entry-level training, continuing education and professional development. Choose from traditional classroom format, customized on-site training, or distance education. Other services include: instructional design, curriculum development, and conference management.

The majority of IHP classes are held at PCC's Central Portland Workforce Training Center. It is located in Southeast Portland next to OMSI on Southeast Water Avenue. This state-of-the-art facility is an ideal location for health professional workshops, classes and conferences.

For more information, please call (503) 731-6633 or visit us online at

www.healthprofessionals.pcc.edu

Portland Community College Community Education

PCC's Community Education program offers a variety of lifelong learning opportunities at convenient locations in your community. Primarily designed for adults, these non-credit classes are planned to fit your needs at hours when you might want to take a class. Bring a friend or come and meet new friends at PCC!

Classes are offered at campus locations as well as designated sites around the Portland metropolitan area.

On-Campus Locations:

Capital Center

Washington County Workforce Training Center

18624 NW Walker Road

www.pcc.edu

Cascade Campus

705 N Killingsworth St.

www.pcc.edu

Central Workforce Training Center

1626 SE Water Ave.

www.pcc.edu

Portland Metropolitan Workforce Training Center

5600 NE 42nd Ave.

www.pcc.edu

Rock Creek Campus

17705 N.W. Springville Road

www.pcc.edu

Southeast Center

2305 SE 82nd Ave.

www.pcc.edu

Sylvania Campus

12000 SW 49th Ave.

www.pcc.edu

Portland State Bookstore

The Portland State Bookstore has been serving Portland State University and the surrounding communities since 1947. Browse the excellent variety of best-sellers, travel, gardening, cookbooks and children's books, along with PSU Viking apparel, imprinted gifts and souvenirs. The Bookstore carries a wide selection of office, school and art supplies. The art supply department offers 10% off regular prices w/educational I.D.

POWERSOURCE, the computer department, provides scientific and engineering calculators, computer books and supplies, and discount priced software up to 80% off retail with educational I.D.

Conveniently located on the bus and streetcar lines at PSU's Urban Center, 1715 SW 5th. 7:45am-7pm Monday-Thursday, 7:45am-6pm Friday, 9am-5pm Saturday

1715 SW 5th Avenue

(503) 226-2631

www.psubookstore.com

Portland State University's Professional Development Center

The Professional Development Center serves as Portland State University's primary provider of continuing business education programs in the Portland and Salem Metropolitan areas. The Center was founded in 1982 in response to the needs of the business community for quality professional development programs. The expertise and extensive resources available to the Center have enabled it to serve as a comprehensive provider of business training for management, supervisory, front line and other personnel in the area's business, industrial, government and not-for-profit communities. Offerings include multi-course programs with certificates of completion, seminars, and customized training. Many courses also offer the option of earning university credit. More information about the PDC, as well as a complete course catalog, is available online at www.pdc.pdx.edu, or call 503-725-4820 (greater Portland area) or 800-547-8887 ext., 4820 (outside Portland).

P.O. Box 751 Portland, OR 97207-0751

(503) 725-4820

www.pdc.pdx.edu

Tillamook Bay Community College W.A.T.E.R. Program

(Watershed Activities to Estuary Recreation): "WATER relies on local stewardship value and the place-based knowledge unique to its community.

Beautiful Tillamook County offers four estuaries, three bays, oceanic wildlife, coastal rainforests, and an

extensive watershed system flowing from the Oregon coastal mountain ranges.

WATER acknowledges that this varied wealth of natural resources makes Tillamook County a unique destination point for outdoor activities and recreational opportunities. With these gifts, WATER works to support local economic development, and to further develop outdoor educational classroom activities and laboratories.

1(503) 842-8222 ext 157

hinz@tillamookbay.cc

www.tillamookbay.cc/~water

University of Phoenix

At University of Phoenix, you can earn your bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree any way you want to ­ on campus, online, or in certain areas using a combination of both, which we call FlexNet®. University of Phoenix has grown to be the nation's largest private university, specializing in the education of working adults by offering degree programs that are highly relevant, accessible and efficient. With over 100 campuses and learning centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada and via the Internet, you can complete your degree no matter where you live, what hours you work, or how often you travel or relocate.

www.universityofphoenix.com

Tigard

13221 SW 68th Pkwy., Suite 500

Tigard, OR 97223

Clackamas

One Monarch Center,

12550 SE 93rd Avenue #300

Clackamas, OR 97015

Hillsboro

3600 NW John Olsen Place, Bldg. #1

Hillsboro, OR 97124

Linn Benton Community College

IA Building, Room #225

6500 Pacific Boulevard SW

Albany, OR 97321

Salem - Chemeketa Community College

4100 Lancaster Drive NE

Salem, OR 97301

Warner Pacific College

Since 1937, Warner Pacific College has earned a reputation for a superior faculty and a high-quality curriculum. With more than two decades of expertise in delivering education specifically for adult learners, the Adult Degree Program at Warner Pacific responds to the unique needs of working students. As a Christian liberal-arts college, Warner Pacific starts with a foundation of integrity, ethics and values that ensures an education that has a positive impact on every aspect of our students' lives.

Washington State University Vancouver

On 351 scenic acres in southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver supplements the region's existing lower-division education by providing junior-, senior- and graduate-level courses to more than 1,900 students. WSU Vancouver's programs are developed in concert with the community's employment and training needs. Fifteen bachelor and eight master degree programs are offered in programs including business, digital technology and culture, nursing, psychology and teaching. Premiering this fall is the WSU Vancouver Engineering and Science Institute, a partnership with Clark College and Lower Columbia College. Through the Institute, students can pursue a bachelor's degree in biology, computer science or mechanical engineering.

14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave., Vancouver, WA 98686-9600

(360) 546-WSUV[9788]

www.vancouver.wsu.edu

Western States Chiropractic College

Western States Chiropractic College--a private, non-profit, professional school--has been a pioneer in chiropractic education since 1904. The WSCC curriculum is built on a central tenet of chiropractic: the human body has recuperative, self-healing capabilities, and a correlation exits between skeletal structure and optimum bodily function. WSCC's beautiful 22-acre campus provides students an ideal setting for completing the stimulating 4-year program leading to the Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. WSCC has long been a leader in evidence-based chiropractic care and encourages an integrated approach to health care, assuring effective care for patients. At WSCC, we provide the highest quality professional career preparation.

Today more than ever, chiropractic's dynamic role in health care is steadily expanding and WSCC offers you the best chiropractic education available.

Western States' four-year program assures quality patient care based on established chiropractic procedures, scientific knowledge, and professional integrity. Western States prepares students for their role as physicians recognized worldwide as experts in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, nutrition, rehabilitation and lifestyle management.

WSCC grants both the Doctor of Chiropractic and a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology degrees and receives accreditation through the Council on Chiropractic Education and Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

2900 NE 132nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97230

(503) 256-3180

www.wschiro.edu

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