South College
South College is a regionally accredited private co-educational, non-sectarian academic institution with non-residential campuses in Knoxville and Nashville, Tennessee; Asheville, North Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia; Indianapolis, Indiana; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Orlando, Florida. Students can pursue academic programs at all levels, including professional certificates and associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
Programs in Orlando: Nursing, Surgical Technology, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Radiography, Medical Assisting & Health Sciences
www.south.edu
James Mccoy
Email: jmccoy@south.edu
Tina Croft
Email: tcroft2@south.edu
American College of Education
American College of Education® (ACE) is an accredited, fully online college specializing in high-quality, affordable programs in education, business, leadership, healthcare and nursing. ACE is ranked #2 on Newsweek’s 2023 top online colleges list and headquartered in Indianapolis. The college offers more than 60 innovative and engaging doctoral, specialist, master’s and bachelor’s degree programs for adult students, along with graduate-level certificate programs. In addition to being a leader in online education, ACE is a Certified B Corporation and part of a global movement to use the power of business to solve social and environmental problems.
https://ace.edu/
Laurisa McKissack, Partner Engagement Administrator
Phone: 850-450-3093
laurisa.mckissack@ace.edu
Elizabeth Wheeler
833-230-6583
elizabeth.wheeler@ace.edu
Florida Southern College
flsouthern.edu
Kristen Marie Pinner
Phone: 863-680-3912
ksmith@flsouthern.edu
Abbey Bonet
abonet@flsouthern.edu
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is a private for-profit Christian university in Phoenix, Arizona. Based on student enrollment, Grand Canyon University was the largest Christian university in the world in 2018, with 20,000 attending students on campus and 70,000 online.
www.gcu.edu
Lauren Hazeltine, University Development Counselor
Phone: 602.247.3718
lauren.hazeltine@gcu.edu
Amy Creasman
Phone: 321-358-7053
amy.creasman@gcu.edu
Tina Isaacs
Tina.Isaacs@gcu.edu
Regina Vazquez
Regina.Vazquez@gcu.edu
Rasmussen University
For the past century, Rasmussen University has provided higher education options for working adults with goals to go further in the ever-changing job landscape. From our first campus opening in 1900 and leading the way in online education in 2002 to our recent graduate degree enrollment, we’ve stayed true to our mission to meet the evolving needs of our diverse communities and create well-rounded professionals—ready for in-demand careers.https://corporate.rasmussen.edu/employer-alliances
Frank Provenzano Rodney Hockenberry
Tel: 407-649-0573 Email: rodney.hockenberry@rasmussen.edu
rasmussenalliances@rasmussen.edu
Shelley Ramirez Charles Ensminger
Email: shelley.ramirez@rasmussen.edu Email: Charles.Ensminger@rasmussen.edu
Keiser University
Programs: AS Nursing, RN to BSN, BSN (fast track/Accelerated), Business, IT, Forensics, Exercise Science, Histotechnology, Occupational Therapy, Radiologic Technology, Medial Assisting, Billing and Coding
www.keiseruniversity.edu
Ana Sendir
Phone: 407-273-5800
ana.sendir@keiseruniversity.edu
Eldrick Clapp
Phone: 407-273-5800
eldrick.clapp@keiseruniversity.edu
Chamberlain University
Programs: BSN (Jacksonville, Miramar), RN TO BSN, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner, Master of Physician Assistant Studies (Chicago), Doctor of Nursing Practice, Master of Science in Public Health, Master of Science in Social Work.
go.chamberlain.edu/
Eddy Fernandez, Healthcare Development Specialist
Phone: 954-478-5466
Eduardo.Fernandez@adtalem.com
Mallie Kilfoyl
mallie.kilfoyl@adtalem.com
St. Thomas University
St. Thomas University (STU) is a private, non-profit, Catholic university in Miami Gardens, FL. Founded in 1961, STU now has students from 80 countries and 41 states represented, and more than 75 degree programs and a growing online presence. St. Thomas University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC™) to award baccalaureate, master's, law and doctorate degrees. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master’s degree program in nursing at St. Thomas University, Miami are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
https://www.stu.edu/
Christine Hurd, Sr. Executive Director Online/ Nursing and Business
Phone: 850-377-1028
christine.hurd@apdegrees.com
Nova Southeastern University -Orlando
Established in Fort Lauderdale, FL, in 1964 as a small college with some revolutionary ideas, Nova Southeastern University has more than 280 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. NSU's Orlando Regional Campus offers onsite graduate degrees in Physician Assistant and Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
www.nova.edu/campuses/orlando
Derrick Osso, Assistant Director of Student Enrollment and Recruitment Management
Phone: 407.264.5632
Email: osso@nova.edu
Emerald Harvey
Phone: 407.264.5632
Email: eharvey1@nova.edu
University of Phoenix
Associates – Bachelor’s – Master’s – Doctorate: Degrees and Certificates
Business; Education; Healthcare; Nursing; Psychology; Behavioral Sciences; Technology
www.phoenix.edu
Dr. Diane Berry, Senior National Account Specialist
Phone: 813-313-1231
diane.berry@phoenix.edu
Schedule an appointment with her: https://bit.ly/UOPXAppointmentDrDiane
Justin Giacomino, National Account Manager
Phone: 813-313-1230
justin.giacomino@phoenix.edu
Troy University
Programs: Business; Criminal Justice; Education; Healthcare; Nursing; Psychology; Social Work; Liberal Arts; Computer Science and many more are offered on-site and online. (Associate’s-Bachelor’s- Master’s-Doctoral-Certificates).
https://www.troy.edu/
Sylvie Rhodes
Phone: 813-835-6220
srhodes124034@troy.edu
Susan Hoffman
Phone: 813-835-6220
shoffman145584@troy.edu
Central Florida Higher Education Alliance Members
Advent Health University
At AHU, we develop skilled professionals who live the healing values of Christ. Our students learn how to care for the whole person – in body, mind, and spirit. After all, true care extends far beyond physical ailments or symptoms. Whether you’re taking classes with us in Orlando, Denver, or online, you’ll be learning from passionate and experienced leaders in the industry, eager to share their experiences and provide hands-on opportunities to advance your knowledge and transform healthcare.
www.ahu.edu/
Maggie Kelley, Recruitment Manager
Phone: 407-694-1301
maria.kelley@ahu.edu
University of Texas Arlington Online
https://www.uta.edu/academics/distance-education
Otavia Kennedy
Phone: 614-955-0367
otavia.kennedy@academicpartnerships.com
Stacy Wagers
Phone: 423-737-2519
Stacey.wagers@apdegrees.com
Southeastern University
Southeastern University is a Christ-centered institution dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders to make a difference in their careers and communities. Since our establishment in 1935, we've remained committed to providing a Christian college education that fosters influential servant leaders. As a regionally accredited, nonprofit university, we offer a diverse range of degrees from nursing to business to ministerial leadership. Whether through our traditional on-campus programs or fully online offerings, we strive to provide accessible education that transforms lives and impacts the world.
https://seu.edu/
Taylor Crews George Zivcovich
tacrews@seu.edu grzivkovich@seu.edu
admission@seu.edu
Walden University
Walden University is a private online for-profit university headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It offers 100 + degree programs in a wide variety of fields of study. Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and many programs have specialized accreditations.
www.walden.edu
Eddy Fernandez, Sr. Healthcare Development Specialist
Phone: 954-478-5466
Eduardo.Fernandez@adtalem.com
Mallie Kilfoyl
mallie.kilfoyl@adtalem.com
Saint Leo University
Undergraduate and masters programs. Graduate degree programs in Business (MBA and specializations), Accounting, Criminal Justice-Legal Studies, Theology, and much more.
www.saintleo.edu
Bart Blankenship
Phone: 859-893-3836
Bart.blankenship@saintleo.edu
West Coast University
https://westcoastuniversity.edu/
Liz Cabrera Sacchetti
lcabrerasacchetti@westcoastuniversity.edu
Herzing University
Established in 1965, Herzing University is a regionally accredited, nonprofit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate programs designed to meet the needs of professionals along their career pathway in the areas of technology, business, nursing, healthcare, public safety, and behavioral health.
www.herzing.edu/partnerships
Kelly Bicy, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Development
Phone: 813-316-2084
Email: kbicy@herzing.edu
Katie Hawkins
Phone: 262-735-6478
kathawkins@herzing.edu
Barry University
The Doctor of Nursing Practice in Anesthesiology at Barry University, School of Nursing is the largest Program in Florida. It is the second largest in the United States. We have taught and trained CRNS’s for over 30 years. Our rigorous and satisfying academic and clinical program consisting of nine (9) continuous semesters of full-time graduate study.
Our graduates are highly solicited by employers throughout the country as skilled, competent and knowledgeable CRNA’s. As a student in our program, you’ll receive a solid educational foundation in the sciences, anesthesia principles, and specialty care that also highlights scholarly research and service to the community.
https://my.barry.edu/ane/
Mercedes Diaz Pinero, Associate Director of Administrative Affairs
Phone: 305-899-3288
mdiazpinero@barry.edu
Polk State College
Certifications, Associates, Bachelors in Aerospace, Business & Technology, Education, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Health Sciences (Nursing, Sonography, Radiography, Respiratory, CVT, PTA, OTA). 863.297.1000 – registrar@polk.edu
www.polk.edu
Christopher Yannes, Career Pathways Coordinator
Phone: 863-669-4901
Email: cyannes@polk.edu
Rashod Webb
Email: rdwebb@polk.edu
Galen College
Since Galen opened its doors in 1989, nursing degree programs have been our only focus. Over the years, more than 30,000 nurses have graduated from our twenty campuses to begin their career in nursing. Today, Galen is one of America’s largest private nursing colleges — but we still work with a one-on-one mindset, delivering all of our nursing degree programs with the individual in mind. And every day we ask ourselves, “How can we make this the best nursing education experience possible for each student?” There are many reasons why our students choose Galen to pursue their degree in nursing, and we would be honored for you to have your own.
galencollege.edu
Mary Guthrie, Regional Manager Healthcare Partnerships
Phone: 727-403-0905
mguthrie@galencollege.edu
Christie Soulas
Phone: 484-947-3942
csoulas@galenccollege.edu
Western Governors University
All online Graduate and Undergraduate programs; 60+ degrees in Business, IT (including Cybersecurity), Nursing and Health Care Professions, and K-12 Education. Certifications available.
www.wgu.edu
Jaime Figueroa
Jaime.figueroa@wgu.edu
Post University | American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Established in 1890, Post University is a regionally accredited institution offering online RN to BSN/MSN, MSN (with 5 specialty tracks, including Psych & NP), Dual MSN/MBA, MBA Healthcare Administration, and DNP (with 4 specialty tracks). Degree programs are offered in both traditional term-based and self-paced (competency-based education) formats.
www.post.edu
Dr. Margaret Gary. Manager, Partner Engagement
Phone: 352-812-8893
mgary@post.edu
Ashley Boothe. Manager, Partner Engagement
aboothe@post.edu
Stetson University
Founded in 1883, Stetson University is a nationally ranked private university with four colleges and schools located across the I-4 corridor in Central Florida.
https://www.stetson.edu/
Ken Lundy
Phone: 386-822-7197
Email: klundy@stetson.edu
Julia Rentas
Phone: 386-822-7100
jvrentas@stetson.edu
Colorado Technical University
CTU offers you choices in the type of education you receive – and how, when and where you pursue your degree. We are dedicated to providing excellence, innovation and flexibility in education and lifelong learning options, from the Associate to the Doctoral level. CTU offers 60+ online programs including Nursing (RN to BSN, MSN, and DNP), Healthcare Management, Business, IT, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Project Management, and more. Through our Corporate Partnership Program, we offer tuition grants that may cover 100% tuition on a CTU degree. Feel free to reach out to learn more:
Coloradotech.edu (Corporate Engagement)
Carmen Craig Orlando Pagan
Phone: 214-957-9983 opagan@coloradotech.edu
CCraig2@coloradotech.edu
Mitch Katz
mkatz@perdoceoed.com
South University
Since 1899, South University has been providing a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to engage with a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your educational goals, on campus and online. We take pride in the South experience of small classes that offer hands on experience that will be important to help shape your skills and excellence in your chosen field, but also help shape your character through community involvement, volunteerism, and pursuit of life-long learning.
Program in Orlando: BSN, RN-BSN, Allied Health Science, Public Health
www.southuniversity.edu
Christopher Dorelien, Director of Admissions
Phone: 407-393-3140
Email: chdorelien@southuniversity.edu
Warner University
Warner University is located in Lake Wales, FL — just south of Orlando. With almost 1,200 students from over 30 states and 20 countries, Warner University provides a diverse, intentional, and Christ-centered community. The “family feel” is what Warner University is all about. With a 14:1 student-to-professor ratio in the classroom, students can experience intentional learning in a setting that allows for making life-long friendships. Free tutoring and academic review services are also available — for every student. Our signature programs include Agriculture Studies, Business Administration: Management, Exercise Science and Pre-Physical Therapy.
With 21 athletic programs, students can pursue their dream of playing at the collegiate level while being poured into by coaches who care about spiritual development as much as they do about performance.
From the classroom and residence halls to the athletic field and cafeteria, students at Warner University are surrounded by faculty and staff who are committed to equipping them to pursue all that God has called them to be.
www.warner.edu
Scarlett Jackson
Director of Admissions
Phone: 863-638-7223
scarlett.jackson@warner.edu
Alyson Croy
Enrollment Specialist
alyson.croy@warner.edu
Joel Flaming
Tel #: 863-638-7683
Email: joel.flaming@warner.edu
Palm Beach Atlantic University -Orlando
Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Orlando Campus offers degree programs designed for flexibility, convenience, and success. PBA’s personalized instruction and Christian worldview empowers working adults to realize their goals and expand their professional opportunities. At Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Orlando campus, our Graduate classes are designed for convenience and affordability. With accelerated programs and classes on demand, earning your degree has never been easier. Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Orlando campus also offers a BSN program in a traditional 16-week daytime format. This program will allow students who have already taken their science requirements to enter upper-level nursing courses and complete the program in about two and half years.
PBA.edu
Martha Christlieb
Phone: 561-803-2897
Martha_Christlieb@pba.edu
University of Arizona -Global Campus
Programs: Business Administration, HRM, MNG, MKT), Teaching Certificate. Health Sciences programs include Healthcare Admin., Health Informatics to BSN, MPA, HIM, and much more.
https://www.uagc.edu/
Allison Goodwin
Email: allison.goodwin@staff.uagu.edu
Heather Borchardt
heather.borchardt@uagc.edu