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Accreditation
Southern Accreditation of Colleges and Schools (SACS), Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education
Calendar Type
Quarter System, each starts in Jan-Winter, Mar-Spring, Jun-Summer, and Sep-Fall
Credit Transfer
Total of 49% of program credits can be transferred from accredited institutes. Undergraduate program requires a minimum grade 'C' and graduate program requires grade of ‘B’ or above for transfer credits.
Location(s)
Kentucky - KY (Louisville | Lexington | Fort Knox)
Delivery Format
Online and Campus (day, evening, weekend classes with part-time and full-time option) Education
Financial Support
Scholarships, Grants & Student loans, Veterans benefits and a few other financial programs. For details, click on 'Financial Aid' tab below.
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The university encourages a student-centered learning environment that supports the students in the identification and achievement of their learning objectives. The university pays regard to the culture of teaching excellence and encourages faculty, students and staff to participate in the service activities in local and surrounding communities.
In 1973, Bryant and Stratton Business College merged with Sullivan University.
In 1979, the institution got accredited by Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
In 1990, a Baccalaureate Degree Program was added to the curriculum and in 1992, the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools granted Baccalaureate degree program accreditation.
In 1997, the Sullivan University commenced a graduate school that offered Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at its main campus. In 2000, the institution got the board’s approval to change its name from Sullivan College to Sullivan University.
*Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
Amenities that are provided to the students at Sullivan University include: modern equipment, smaller classes, qualified faculty that teaches the students to fulfill the requirements of today’s job markets.
Career services department of the university strives to foster successful employment opportunities for the students. The career staff works with graduates individually in order figure out their abilities and skills in their chosen fields. Following career services are provided to the graduates.
In order to access the faculty, students need to utilize the university emails and learning management system. E-learning student service co-coordinators are available 24/7 in order to assist the students when faculty members are unavailable.
Low Interest Loans
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Degree Programs
Online Programs
Associate
Associate of Science Degrees- Logistics & Distribution Management
- Marketing & Sales Management
- Accounting
- Business Management
- Early Childhood Education
- Beverage Management
- Justice & Public Safety
Bachelor
Bachelor of Science Degrees-
Business Administration with cincentration in:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Marketing
- Management
- Logistics & Distribution Management
- Healthcare Management
- Computer Systems
- Nursing
- Human Resource Leadership
- Hospitality Management
- Interdisciplinary Studies
Master
Master of Science Degrees-
Master of Business Administration
- General
- Healthcare Management
- Hospitality Management
- Human Resource Leadership
- Managing Information Technology
- Conflict Management
- Management
Campus Programs
Associate
Associate of Science Degree- Paralegal Studies
- Early Childhood Education
- Medical Assisting
- Accounting
- Culinary Arts
- Baking and Pastry Arts
- Beverage Management
- Professional Catering
- Event Management & Tourism
- Hotel and Restaurant Management
- Business Management
- Justice and Public Safety Administration
- Logistics and Distribution Management
- Marketing and Sales Management
- Administrative Office Management
- Legal Administrative Professional
- Medical Office Management
- Computer Information Technology
- Information Technology
Bachelor
Bachelor of Science Degree- Information Technology
- Paralegal Studies
- Nursing Degree Completion
- Hospitality Management
- Accounting
- Computer Systems
- Finance
- Healthcare Management
- Logistics and Distribution Management
- Management
- Marketing
- Human Resource Leadership
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Justice and Public Safety Administration
Master
Master Degree Programs- Conflict Management Degree
- Human Resource Leadership Degree
- Management
- Managing Information Technology Degree
- Dual MAster: Business Administration/ Managing Information Technology
- Executive Master of Business Administration Degree
- Master of Business Administration Degree / Healthcare
- Master of Business Administration Degree / Hospitality
- PharmD + MBA Degree
Doctoral
Doctoral (Ph.D.) Degree Programs- Management / Strategic Management
- Management / Conflict Management
- Management / Information Technology Management
- Doctor of Pharmacy Degree
- PharmD + MBA Degree
Certificate / Diploma
Certificate
Career Certificates (Business Administration)- Conflict Management
- Human Resource Leadership
- Sullivan University/Dale Carnegie Certificates
- Network Support Administration and Security
- System Design and Application Programming
- System Support and Administration
- Medical Coding
- Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Paralegal Studies
- Graduate Certificate in Conflict Management
Diploma
Career-in-a-year Diplomas (Hospitality Studies)- Personal/Private Chef
- Professional Baker
- Tourism Specialist
- Clinical Assistant
- Professional Pharmacy Technician
- Professional Nanny
- Administrative Accounting Specialist
- Administrative Management
- Business Accounting
- Business Administration
- Marketing Management
- Administrative Assistant
- Executive Administrative Assistant
- Information Technology
- Legal Administrative Assistant
- Medical Administrative Assistant
Colleges
Schools / Colleges- The School of Accountancy
- The College of Technology
- The Institute for Legal Studies
- The Department of Early Childhood Education
- The College of Nursing and Allied Health
- The National Center for Hospitality Studies
- The College of Technology
- The Graduate School
- The College of Pharmacy
Why Sullivan
- Founded In 1962 as Sullivan business College (1 year business degree offering)
- Flexible Schedule: Day, evening, and online classes with part time and full time study options
- Financial aid counseling (Day, evening, and weekends appointments are available)
- Affordable education
- Stable student fee throughout the program: Whenever a student applies, a fixed tuition fee will be locked duration the program (there will be no annual/quarterly increments in tuition fees)
- Lifetime career services
- Career Services department (99% of Sullivan University graduates find successful careers)
- Career Focused Degrees
- Sullivan's Online Student Portal
- Online Bookstore
- Online Library
- University caters Non-Degree Seeking Students
- Approved for the training of Military Students (Active & Guard/Reserve, Veterans, Family Members)
- Caters international through intercultural exchange
- Disabilities Services/accommodations
- Alumni Association
- Student Transportation Services
- Blended Learning: Day, evening or online classes along with the option to take a combination
- Two Plus Two Program: A student pursuing an associate degree (first 2), is on its way to a bachelor's degree as college junior.
- FREE Lifetime Review Privileges: Graduate students may return to Sullivan University for re-enrolling in any previously taken course, as many times without any tuition fee.
About
OUR MISSION
The Sullivan University is dedicated to the mission of providing quality educational opportunities for social, intellectual and professional development of the students. The Sullivan University offers career-oriented curricula in its diplomas, associate, bachelor, masters and doctorate degrees. The university focuses on the enhancement of effective written/verbal communication, critical thinking, computer literacy and teamwork in its curricula along with the focus on life-long learning, professionalism and cultural diversity. A research culture is encouraged by the university at Bachelor’s degree level.The university encourages a student-centered learning environment that supports the students in the identification and achievement of their learning objectives. The university pays regard to the culture of teaching excellence and encourages faculty, students and staff to participate in the service activities in local and surrounding communities.
HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY
The Sullivan University was established in 1962 by A. O. Sullivan and his son, A. R. Sullivan when they felt the need of a higher education institution dedicated to the high standards for preparing people for reasonable careers. In 1972, the institution savored the honor of getting authority to award associate degrees.In 1973, Bryant and Stratton Business College merged with Sullivan University.
In 1979, the institution got accredited by Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
In 1990, a Baccalaureate Degree Program was added to the curriculum and in 1992, the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools granted Baccalaureate degree program accreditation.
In 1997, the Sullivan University commenced a graduate school that offered Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at its main campus. In 2000, the institution got the board’s approval to change its name from Sullivan College to Sullivan University.
GRADING POLICY
Following is the grading criterion which is adopted by Sullivan University in order to mark or judge the academic outcomes of the students.| Letter Grade | Range | Definition | Quality Points per credit Hour |
| A | 90-100 | Excellent | 4.0 |
| B | 80-89 | Above Average | 3.0 |
| C | 70-79 | Average | 2.0 |
| D | 60-69 | Below Average | 1.0 |
| F | 0-59 | Failing | 0.0 |
| W | -- | Withdrawal during first 7 weeks | Not Computed |
| WF | -- | Withdrawal failing after 7 weeks | 0 |
| NF | -- | Failing- Not Actively Engaged | 0 |
| I | -- | Incomplete | 0 |
| P | -- | Pass/PLA | 0 |
| S | -- | Satisfactory progress | Not Computed |
| T | -- | Transfer credit earned | Not Computed |
| U | -- | Unsatisfactory progress | Not Computed |
| AU | -- | Audit | Not Computed |
| X | -- | Waived | Not Computed |
| Grade Application Chart | ||||
| Grade | Definition | Included in Credits Earned | Included in Credits Attempted | Included in Cumulative GPA Calculation |
| A | Excellent | YES | YES | YES |
| AU | Audit | No | No | No |
| B | Above Average | YES | YES | YES |
| C | Average | YES | YES | YES |
| D | Below Average | YES | YES | YES |
| F | Failing | No | YES | YES |
| I | Incomplete | No | YES | YES |
| NF | Failing – Lack of Engagement | No | YES | YES |
| P | Pass/PLA* | YES | YES | No |
| S | Satisfactory | YES | YES | No |
| T | Transfer | YES | YES | No |
| U | Unsatisfactory | No | YES | No |
| W | Withdrawal up through week #7 | No | YES | No |
| WF | Withdrawal after week #7 | No | YES | YES |
| X | Waived | No | No | No |
*Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
CAREER PREPARATION
The goal of Sullivan University is to prepare students for successful careers through the provision of collegiate education that leads to Certificate, diploma, associate, bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees. The university pays due regard to the success of its graduates.Amenities that are provided to the students at Sullivan University include: modern equipment, smaller classes, qualified faculty that teaches the students to fulfill the requirements of today’s job markets.
Career services department of the university strives to foster successful employment opportunities for the students. The career staff works with graduates individually in order figure out their abilities and skills in their chosen fields. Following career services are provided to the graduates.
- Resume and cover letter assistance
- Resume referral
- Mock interviews
- Support for employer and salary research
- Job search planning sessions.
- Class presentations
- Career workshops.
GLOBAL E-LEARNING
The Sullivan University provides a stable platform dedicated to the provision of online education. The online learning platform is user-friendly, intuitive and interactive through which academic courses are delivered.In order to access the faculty, students need to utilize the university emails and learning management system. E-learning student service co-coordinators are available 24/7 in order to assist the students when faculty members are unavailable.
ON-TIME GRADUATION RATES
Following are the on-time graduation rates of different graduate programs offered at Sullivan University.| Program | Graduation Rate |
| Doctor of Pharmacy Degree | 100% |
| Executive Master of Business Administration Degree | 75% |
| Graduate Certificate in Conflict Management | 25% |
| Master of Public Management Degree | 0% |
| Master of Business Administration Degree | 45% |
| Master of Science in Management Degree | n/a |
| Master of Science in Conflict Management Degree | 76% |
| Master of Science in Managing Information Technology Degree | 60% |
| Master of Science in Human Resource Leadership Degree - (online only) | 52% |
| MBA/MSMIT Dual Degree | 43% |
| Ph.D. - Management | -- |
Financial Aid
Grants- College Access Program Grants (CAP)
- Federal Pell Grants
- Federal Supplemental Opportunity Educational Grants (FSEOG)
- Kentucky Tuition Grant (KTG)
- Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)
- The National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant (SMART)
Low Interest Loans
- Federal Direct Parent and Student Loans
- Federal Subsidized Loans
- Federal Perkins Loans
- Federal PLUS and Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
- Federal Work Study (FWS)
- Career Education Funds (CEF)
- Accounting program scholarships
- Baccalaureate assistance for graduates with an associate’s degree
- Hospitality program scholarships
- Paralegal scholarships
- Various other scholarships for students at specific campuses
- Senior Academic Scholarship
- Valedictorian Scholarship
- Salutatorian Scholarship
- Home School Students
- GED Scholarship
- Careers Through Culinary Arts (C-CAP) Program Scholarships
- National Center for Hospitality Studies Scholarship
- Sullivan College of Business Scholarship
- College of Technology Scholarship
- School of Accountancy Scholarship
- Early Childhood Education Scholarship
- Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies Scholarship
- Justice and Public Safety Scholarship
- Eagles Scouts
- Imagine America Scholarship
- Sullivan Savings
- Gold Award
- Job Corp
- Arkansas Academic Scholarship
- 21st Century Scholar Scholarship
- High School General Aptitude Scholarship (Lexington Campus Only)
- Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES)
- Governor’s Scholar Scholarship
- Kentucky Proud Recipe Scholarship (Lexington Campus Only)
- A+ Scholarship
- Ohio Access Scholarship
- Hope Scholarship
- Matching Scholarships (Internal)
- Ken Byrd Scholarship (Louisville Only)
- West Virginia Promise Scholarship:
- B. J. Luker Accounting Scholarship
- Dr. Joe Capodanno Scholarship
- Emil P. “Nix” Graas Accounting Scholarship
- Sullivan University Open House/ Discovery Day Scholarship
- Order of the Golden Toque Scholarship
- Chef Thomas J. Hickey Sr. Scholarship
- Barbara S. Dean Scholarship
- Ambassador Scholarship
- Sullivan University Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Scholarships
- General Aptitude Scholarship
- Early College Credit (ECC) Scholarships
- Mock Trial Scholarship
- Kentucky Restaurant Association Scholarships
- Educators’ Scholarship
- Skills USA
- National Restaurant Association Scholarships
- Kentucky Proud Recipe Scholarship
- Company tuition reimbursement
- Rehabilitation programs
- UPS Earn & Learn (An agreement between UPS and Sullivan University to support students who work at-least 20 hours per week)
- Veterans benefits
- The Workforce Investment Board — (Grant for displaced or are unemployed)
- Part-Time Jobs (career services)
Accreditation
Accreditation- Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
- Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education
- Approved by the Ohio State Board of Proprietary School Registration
- Regulated by The Indiana Commission on Proprietary Education
- Authorized by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission
- Member of Service members Opportunity Colleges. SOC
- Accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission.
- Approved by the American Bar Association.
- Member of the American Council of Nanny Schools (ACNS)
- Member of the International Nanny Association (INA)
- Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
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