Austen Oghuma, director of Library & Communication Services; Dr. Jay Deb, vice president of Academic Affairs; Dr. Ray Briggs of the Business Administration department; Dr. Tony Ogiamien, president; Mildred Espinosa, registrar and Chris Wang, director of Business Development, look forward to welcoming 15 new students to American Heritage University of Southern California through scholarships the school is offering worth $200,000. They announced these scholarships availability during a press conference Monday, March 16. Photo by Brenda Erickson
Dr. Tony Ogiamien tells about the 15 scholarships American Heritage University of Southern California will offer, in a press conference held Monday, March 16 at the San Bernardino campus. Photo by Carl Dameron
(SAN BERNARDINO, Calif.) American Heritage Foundation has created 15 new full scholarships for Inland Empire residents with 60 or more college credits valued at almost $200,000.
“The objective of these scholarships is to help our community by providing free college degrees to Inland Empire to help them cope with the present economic downturn,” said Dr. Tony Ogiamien, President of American Heritage University of Southern California. “Five scholarships are offered in each of the following programs: Paralegal, receiving an Associate of Arts degree a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Masters of Business Administration at American Heritage University of Southern California in downtown San Bernardino.”
“The foundation, in collaboration with, American Heritage University of Southern California is charting this course as part of our response to President Barack Obama's call for all Americans to be more involved in our community and for each citizen to commit themselves to at least one year of higher education,” said Dr. Ogiamien.
“On completing their education the 15 individuals would have acquired some skills that will in turn enable them to advance their career, better provide for their family and ultimately help our community to grow and develop,” he said.
“We selected programs for scholarships where students have a great employment opportunity even in this down economy and can complete their degrees in less than 18 months,” said Dr. Ogiamien.
These are also good paying jobs. According to the US Department of Labor the median salary in the United States for paralegals with less than one year experience is $34,718. With 10 years experience, average income advances to $49,042.
Paralegals with the least experience typically work under the direction of attorneys, using instructions and established guidelines to perform their job duties. The more years they gain in the field, the more employers expect paralegals to rely on their experience and judgment to conduct tasks and to work with less supervision.
The salary range for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration is $31,000 - $72,500; with the Median $52,000 according to http://www.payscale.com/.
Starting salaries for graduates with a Masters in Business Administration ranges from $50,000 - $75,000; with a median starting salary of $65,000 according to http://www.mbaschool.com/
The mission of the American Heritage University of Southern California is to meet the educational needs of motivated, self-directed, mid-career, adults whose past geographic, personal or professional time constraints have prevented them from completing their education.
While the scholarships are for on campus degrees, AHU also offers online degree programs.
According to Dr. Ogiamien the focus on degree completion is paramount “If you have not completed your degree, you have a new opportunity to do so here at American Heritage University on campus or online.”
They are required to complete a minimum of two courses per session, and must finish their undergraduate program within two years. Undergraduate students must have already completed 60 units.
Total Value of AHU Scholarship
Scholarship for Paralegal (AA Degree):
30 units @$330/unit = $9,900.00 Scholarship amount per student
Five (5) scholarships for this program: $9,990 X 5 = $49,500
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA Degree completion):
40 units @330/unit = $13,200.00 Scholarship amount per student
Five (5) scholarships for this program: $13,200 X 5 = $66,000
Master of Business Administration (MBA Degree):
36 units @$467/unit = $16,812.00 Scholarship amount per student
Five (5) Scholarships for this program: $16,812 X 5 =$84,060
Total Scholarship amount offered by AHU Foundation: $199,560
American Heritage University also offers bachelor’s degrees in business administration, film studies, social studies and computer information systems, master’s degrees in business administration, public policy and computer information systems and a doctorate degree in business administration. It offers certificates for nursing assistants and English as a foreign language.
American Heritage University has been granted full approval to operate by the California State Bureau for Postsecondary and Vocational Education.
For complete information or a private interview go on line to www.AmHeratigeUniv.net or call 888-484-8689.
Eligibility for the Scholarship
The following programs are offered beginning Monday, May 11, 2009
Paralegal (AA Degree):
Scholarship for Paralegal (AA Degree):
30 units @$330/unit = $9,900.00 Scholarship amount per student
Five (5) scholarships for this program: $9,990 X 5 = $49,500
Adult students with following background will be eligible for the scholarship provided by the American Heritage University in collaboration with AHU Foundation. Five scholarships are available for this program. The following are the pre-requisites to qualify:
1. Applicant must be a legal resident of Riverside or San Bernardino County
2. Applicant must be a mature adult who has completed at least 30 units of general education from a community college or any institution of higher education
3. Applicant must show evidence of financial hardship and need for assistance
4. Applicant must have a strong affinity for paralegal profession
5. Applicant must furnish three letters of recommendation from individuals who are in a position to evaluate applicant’s ability to complete professional studies
6. Applicant must provide proof of community service
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA Degree completion):
40 units @330/unit =$13,200.00 Scholarship amount per student
Five (5) scholarships for this program: $13,200 X 5 = $66,000
Adult students with following background will be eligible for the scholarship or free education provided by American Heritage University in collaboration with AHU Foundation if the following requirements are met: Number of scholarships available: 5.
1. Applicant must be a legal resident of Riverside or San Bernardino County
2. Applicant must be a mature adult who has completed at least 80 units of college credits from a Community College or any institution of Higher Education
3. Applicant must show evidence of financial hardship and need for assistance
4. Applicant must have a strong affinity for higher education
5. Applicant must furnish three letters of recommendation from individuals who are in a position to evaluate applicant’s ability to complete college studies
6. Applicant must provide proof of community service
Master of Business Administration (MBA Degree):
36 units @$467/unit = $16,812.00 Scholarship amount per student
Five (5) Scholarships for this program: $16,812 X 5 =$84,060
Adult students with following background will eligible for free education provided by the American Heritage University in collaboration with AHU Foundation. Number of scholarships available: 5
1. Applicant must be a legal resident of Riverside or San Bernardino County
2. Applicant must be a mature adult who has completed a Bachelor Degree from any accredited college, university or institution of Higher Education
3. Applicant must show evidence of financial hardship and need for assistance
4. Applicant must have a strong affinity for graduate level professional education
5. Applicant must furnish three letters of recommendation from individuals who are in a position to evaluate applicant’s ability to complete graduate level studies
6. Applicant must provide proof of community service
Below is the immediate benefit to any of the students using the AHU scholarship.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual paralegal salary, including bonuses, ranged from $33,920 to $54,690 in May 2006.
The lowest 10 percent earned less than $27,450, while the top 10 percent earned more than $67,540.
September 2008 data from Salary.com indicates that paralegals can definitely boost their annual earnings as they gain more experience in the field.
Experience Level % Average Salary Highest 10%
0 – 2 years $45,080 $58,844 or more
8+ years
$68,779 $86,440 or more
Median Salary in all segments - Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA).
Per Payscale.com
Median Salary by State or Province - Degree: BA, MBA (United States)
Additional information on potential benefits to MBA graduates
There has never been a better time to get your MBA Degree. According to CNN.com, “MBA graduates can look forward to rosier job prospects and higher starting salaries.”
Eighteen percent more MBA graduates were hired in 2006 than in 2005 and base salaries jumped to over $80,000, with total compensation packages coming in just a shade under $100,000. Most colleges offering MBA degrees report an increase from business recruiters of 10 to 30%.
Business Week Magazine also continues to have more recent good news, according to an article published on May 9, 2007: “MBA students continue to be in an enviable position in this year's job market, riding the crest of a two-year up tick in hiring. Recruiters said they plan to increase their hiring of MBA graduates by 18 percent this year.”
Clearly, now is the time to pursue an advanced business degree. Career prospects have never looked better. An MBA most definitely means long-term career success!
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