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Union Participates in Kentucky Private College Week

Union College will join 19 other Kentucky private colleges and universities in opening its campus to prospective students during Kentucky Private College Week July 14-18.

Kentucky Private College Week gives students and families an easy way to explore a variety of college campuses during the summer. Students who visit and apply at Union or other private colleges during the week can waive the usual application fee.

Students and families can register to visit any of the 20 campuses at www.kentuckyprivatecolleges.org. Common visit times at all campuses are at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. local time between July 14 and 18. Union’s campus can also host visits and tours at other times during the week and on some evenings for those who cannot attend during Private College Week.

“We want people to see these campuses firsthand and have an opportunity to talk with staff and current students about the admissions process and financial aid,” says Mason Dyer of the Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities (AIKCU), which sponsors the event. “Many people are surprised to find out how attainable and affordable an independent college education can be.”

The 20 participating campuses serve students from all income levels. Four out of 10 students who attend Kentucky’s independent colleges and universities qualify for a Pell Grant, the federal student aid program for people with high financial need. Together, the 20 campuses provide more than $150 million annually in student financial aid and scholarships. Students attending AIKCU institutions also qualify for state student financial aid programs.

To arrange a visit to Union during Kentucky Private College Week, visit the Kentucky Private Colleges Web site. Students may also arrange a visit by contacting Union at 606-546-1657 or www.unionky.edu.

July 21, 2008

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