Brightwood College-Dayton (BCD, Formerly Kaplan College-Dayton) Academics and Admissions

Academics

The Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology has undergone a name change and is now called Kaplan College. Located at 2800 E. River Road in Dayton, OH, the institute was established in 1971 as a center for photography instruction and the main building was opened to accommodate more activity in 1977. After further expansions in 1984, the school began offering allied health curriculum and was renamed Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology in 1991. Since then, a number of additional programs have been added to the school’s roster and additional classroom facilities were opened in Point West Business Park. Kaplan Higher Education directs the school’s activities today as Kaplan College.

Accreditation for OIP&T Kaplan College is provided by the ACCSCT. The Accrediting Commission of the Career Schools & Colleges of Technology covers the general curriculum, while the Medical Assisting Program at Kaplan is accredited by the Allied Health Ed Programs’ Commission on Accreditation.

Currently, the school is offering associate degrees as well as certificates and diplomas. Kaplan has retained the original focus of OIP and offers a number of programs in photography. The Associate of Applied Science in Photographic Technology offers students the opportunity to get into this exciting world, with specializations available in Commercial Photography, General Applied Photography and Portrait Photography. The popular Allied Health Program features an AAS or diploma in Medical Assisting as well as a Pharmacy Technician Diploma. In addition, students can opt for an AAS in Criminal Justice, a Computer Support Technician Diploma, or diplomas in HVAC Technology and Electrical Technology.

Kaplan College in Dayton offers evening and day classes which allow students to work around a busy schedule. Counselors are available to discuss educational options.

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Information Summary

Ranks 144th in Ohio and 3426th overall. See the entire top 2,000 colleges and universities list
Overall Score (about)	43.9
Total Cost On-Campus Attendance	$22,691
Admission Success rate	N/A
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	51 : 1
Retention (full-time / part-time)	68% / N/A
Enrollment Total (all students)	404

Admissions

The admissions process is meant to be as easy as possible for the incoming students at Kaplan College Dayton. Basic requirements do exist, so contact the admissions office if there is any problem with the paperwork for whatever reason. To enter the college, applicants must have a high school diploma or the GED equivalent. Some students may have been taught in Home Study programs which are also recognized by the Kaplan Admissions Office. In such cases, there must be proof that the curriculum was the equivalent of that as declared by the state of Ohio to be a high school education level. Students must present proof of this diploma in one of the following ways: an original diploma or authorized copy; a transcript with the graduation date; a DD214 with the graduation date; a GED certificate or proof of completion; or simply a college transcript with high school graduation date included therein.

Students from foreign countries are also encouraged to apply, thought the requirements must be met and equivalency proven. Admissions are offered on a rolling basis and students can begin classwork at any point throughout the year.

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Financial Aid

Kaplan College encourages prospective students to pursue all avenues through which they can be assisted in paying for higher education. Any application for financial aid must begin with the FAFSA, available online or on campus in Dayton. For students who qualify, federal Pell Grants and other state grants are available, none of which require repayment. Scholarships are also available. In addition, student loan programs can get students started, in some cases without the accruement of interest until after studies have been completed. For online FAFSA applications, use the Kaplan College Dayton code 013562.

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Students

The student website for Kaplan College allows matriculated individuals to check on grades and other resources by simply getting online. While there is no housing for students on campus, many attending the university choose to pair up and live in the local community. Whatever type of background you come from, chances are there will be a student at Dayton sharing your goals and dreams.

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Local Community

Dayton is located in the southwestern portion of Ohio and is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the state with a population over 1 million. Cultural highlights include the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, The Dayton Art Museum, America’s Packard Museum and the Victoria Theatre downtown. Many popular performers and entertainment troupes pass through Dayton on a regular basis, allowing students the opportunity to expand their horizons even further.

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