Everest University was established in 1982 as the Academy of Business College. The name was then changed. Everest University is a part of Corinthian Colleges, Inc. (CCI). CCI runs more than 80 colleges in 22 states in the U.S., and more than 40 colleges and corporate training centers in Canada.
The objective of Everest University is to give students of all ages the practical skills, education and preparation required to stand out in their chosen areas. Everest gets students ready to meet and exceed the current needs of prospective employers. Everest University provides programs that put emphasis on real-world training that is adapted to meet the needs of prospective employers.
Everest University Online offers a lot of courses, which are available via the Internet using a “virtual classroom.” Online courses are analogous in content to the conventional classroom courses. The flexibility of online courses, makes it much easier for persons to get the education they require to initiate a new or promote a current career.
The peculiarity of the enrollment process for the Everest Online program is its convenience. There are no essays, letters of recommendation, or lengthy exams required. Everyone can start the process at any time with a simple phone call or by contacting the Everest staff online. The enrollment process includes the following simple steps:
1) Online contact form, which provides the basic information about an applicant to get him/her started in the enrollment process
2) Telephone Interview
3) Online Admission form
4) Financial Aid form
5) Enrollment Application
Financial Aid
There are a lot of student financing options offered, and financial assistance is obtainable for those who are eligible. At Everest, the financial aid application process is very simple. Students need to follow the three easy steps: (1) speak with a Student Finance Officer, (2) complete the financial aid questionnaire, (3) complete a free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The most popular financial assistance programs that many students decide to use include: Federal Subsidized Stafford Loans, Sallie Mae Alternative Loan Program (SLM), and Student Tuition Assistance Resource Loan (STAR Loan).
Moreover, Everest College has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for entitled students to get Pell Grants and other federal assistance.
Career Services
Many students choose Everest online education because Everest is famous for the support it provides to its students:
• Everest hires experienced instructors who care
• The support staff is available 24/7 - ready to help
• At Everest, they keep our classes sizes small to make sure each student's needs are met
• Flexible class schedules - no mandatory chat sessions
• At Everest, they help students transfer their credits when applicable
Employers hire Everest graduates for the reason that they know the quality of education we offer. They realize that our graduates have the kind of career training it takes to be successful in their chosen career.