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Testing 1, 2, 3: Understanding College Admission Requirements

Many colleges require entrance exams as part of their admissions process. However, some colleges, including Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) Online, have chosen to forego these requirements. Learn more about college admission requirements and why we don’t require standardized test scores at MVNU Online.
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How Working From Home Prepares You to Be an Online Learner

The last few years have seen a notable shift in how we work, learn, and interact, with more of these activities taking place in virtual environments. Remote work is on the rise, and some researchers and thought leaders have pointed out that virtual learning can prepare students to succeed in a remote or hybrid context.
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How Student Services Can Help You Succeed in Online Learning

A student services department or center can provide guidance and resources for academic support to college students. In particular, student services can help learners in online programs feel supported throughout their college experience. Learn why studentservices are so important and how they can help you succeed as an online learner.
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Why Community Is Important in Online Learning

When you envision the concept of community, you likely think about groups of people gathered together. But in the modern world, community connections aren’t always physical. In online college programs, adult learners may never meet their classmates, faculty, and staff in person, but they can still share genuine connections through a virtual world.
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How to Find a Job You Love After School

Finding a job after or leading up to graduation can be daunting. Although there are many employment opportunities in the current job market, they might not align with your specific desires. Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time or returning after boosting your credentials, you shouldn't have to settle for a job that doesn’t fit your passions and career goals.
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