Eligibility

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You must meet the following criteria to be considered for an academic partnership program:

• Be a full time employee with PHMC or Subsidiary for at least 6 months.

• Have attended an information session on May 30​

• Have met with your supervisor to discuss fit and expectations.

• Have received a rating of "solid performer" or better on most recent employee performance evaluation (ODL will access your review directly via HR once you have applied). If you do not have a performance evaluation due to your length of employment, we will ask for your six-month review.

• Are committed to remain at PHMC or Subsidiary for the duration of the program and for at least two years (or the duration of the program) after graduation. Failure to complete the program or fulfill commitment will require repayment of tuition on a pro-rated basis.

• Have demonstrated an excellent attendance record at work.

• Complete all application materials within stated time-frames.

• Meet admissions criteria of and be selected by school for admission.

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Each school is responsible for final admissions decisions

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Application Process & Materials

You must adhere to the following process:

Phase 1:

1. Once you have decided to pursue the program, call a meeting with your supervisor to discuss your “fit” for that program, how it relates to your professional development goals, and expectations about time away from the office and maintaining performance standards through graduation.

2. Gather transcripts from all schools you've attended post high school. Transcripts must be sent directly to Arcadia.

   • Admiss@arcadia.edu or Arcadia University-Office of Enrollment Management, 450 S. Easton Road Glenside, PA 19038

3. Send copies of the materials listed below to PHMC. A zip file of your materials sent to ODL@phmc.org. The zip file should be saved with file name including your last name and the school you are applying to (ex:Cohen.Arcadia). Only complete applications will be accepted and reviewed. ​

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The following items must be included to constitute a complete submission. Only completed submissions will be accepted and reviewed.

1. ​Personal statement, a minimum of 250 words, covering: 

   • What are your hopes and goals for pursuing your specific Arcadia education program of study? What do you hope to learn and do from this degree?

   • Describe your previous academic experiences and note specifics that impacted your academic performance. (If your GPA is below the recommended 3.0, please make sure to address this directly).

2. Most current resume.

3. This form filled out and completed by your direct supervisor. The applicant should fill out the first half of the first page. 

4. This form filled out and completed by  Sara / Maria. The applicant should fill out the first half of the first page. If your supervisor and Sara / Maria are the same person, please find another colleague at the peer or supervisory level with whom you have a strong working relationship to submit these materials.

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Phase 2: 

Application process will continue via the school website. Each school will have the final decision regarding acceptance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Admissions Dates ​

• All completed application materials (zip file formats) are due to PHMC no later than June 28, 2023. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. 

• Applicants will receive an email from ODL no later than July 5, 2023, regarding internal acceptance status

• Students who have been recommended by PHMC will hear from Arcadia with final acceptance status no later than August 1, 2023.

 

 

 

 

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Tuition & Financial Aid

 

Arcadia University 

Financial aid information

 

• Your total cost will be 25% of retail, plus the cost of books and fees.

• The total cost of tuition over the course of the degree with be approximately $7,000

 

 

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