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Consider Canada Canadian Christian College Offers Affordable Alternative for US Business Undergrads

Melissa Bert-Vidal
Providence College Business Alumni, Class of 2007

Being able to afford a university education isn’t easy at the best of times. And, it’s fair to say, this isn’t the best of times. Tuition rates are high, and getting higher.

But many people looking for an undergrad program for the fall still want a business education. Demand for business education has been rising faster than for any other degree. The topics and ideas covered are interesting, challenging, and fun. And a business education is a gateway to a good career.

A Business Program You Can Afford

An option well worth considering is the Providence College Business program. Providence College is a small Christian college in Canada with a thriving Business program.

I’m an alumnus of this program and I would strongly recommend it to those who are driven to make a difference in their careers. It’s a program dedicated to teaching ethical business practices while providing students with the fundamentals of business. It gave me the guidance, knowledge, and skills I needed to start a career in business management.

One big advantage is the cost. Total cost, including residency, is a little under $14,000 US per year:

These costs are about half those typically charged in business programs in the United States. Although Providence College is in Canada, all its programs are eligible for the US Federal Family Education Loan Program. Providence’s institutional code is #G12274.

A Business Degree You Will Use

The Providence Business program offers both 4 and 3-year degrees, and, this summer, they are adding a Co-op Option. There is no substitute for real-world experience, and co-ops provide that for business students, giving them an edge in the job market once they graduate.

“The courses also transfer easily to other colleges and universities,” says Adrian Enns, Director of Admissions for Providence College, “So some students to come for 2 years, and then finish off their degree at another school. But most students finish their full degree here.”

“Demand for our Business graduates is very high,” says Sue Screpnek, Providence’s Alumni Coordinator. “We consistently have more employers coming to us looking to hire than we have graduates. They value our graduates for their integrity, their practical business skills, and for their work ethic.”

A Business Education You Will Value

The Providence Business program has undergone significant growth in the past few years, but it's still a small, personal program. Class sizes are kept low—with an average of about 20 students per class, even in the first-year courses.

Because it’s a Christian college, the Providence Business program has a strong and serious emphasis on ethics. “Our goal is to help students learn to succeed as Christians in the business world,” says Bruce Duggan, Associate Professor of Management. “Some people may think that it’s impossible to work in business without compromising your principles. We’re changing that stereotype.”

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