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Methodist University will engage in a culture of excellence to provide transformative educational experiences by integrating our liberal arts foundation and spiritual and moral heritage with innovative student-centered programs to produce successful graduates dedicated to achievement and committed to making positive contributions to a global society. Methodist University, historically supported by the North Carolina Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, owes its origin and values to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. The University is committed to an ecumenical spirit, respects diversity, and recognizes all human beings' dignity and worth. The University's programs are based on the conviction that a liberally-educated person is sensitive to others' needs and rights. Methodist University affirms the importance of intellectual values and ethical principles such as truth, virtue, justice, and love. The University community seeks to develop whole persons who will contribute substantially and creatively to the professions and civic life. Therefore, Methodist University provides opportunities for spiritual, academic, and social growth. To the end, students may acquire enlightened minds and responsible spirits and a continuing thirst for knowledge. The purpose of Methodist University is to provide an undergraduate and graduate education firmly grounded in the liberal arts tradition that nurtures moral values and ethical decision making to provide distinctive professional and graduate programs that complement the undergraduate programs to provide educational and cultural services and resources to the community and to prepare students for a variety of careers and educational pursuits. Fayetteville is North Carolina's fourth-largest metropolitan area and is home to over 250,000 people, arena league football, minor league hockey and baseball teams, and numerous cultural and entertainment facilities. The University today serves approximately 2,300 students—1,700 in the day program, 300 in Methodist University at Night, and 300 in graduate programs. The student/faculty ratio is 12:1. The average class size is around 15 students. The student body includes persons of diverse ages and nationalities, representing 40 states, the District of Columbia, and 77 foreign countries. Approximately 40% of our students come from out of state. Almost $24 million of institutional scholarships and grants were awarded to our students last year. Since 1964, the University has graduated more than 12,000 students. Alumni have excelled in many ways. They have earned graduate degrees, advanced professionally, started their businesses, and become leaders in their chosen fields and communities. The Methodist University General Education Program provides a foundation for personal, professional, and civic success. The program is designed to develop competencies in the skills crucial to success while engaging students in studying topics important to 21st-century life. Exchange programs allow MU students to travel to our exchange partner universities for a semester while still paying MU tuition and retaining most of their financial aid/scholarships. Other programs are available through third-party providers. Methodist University is committed to giving students with disabilities equal access to an education firmly grounded in the liberal arts tradition to nurture moral values and ethical decision-making to prepare students for various careers and provide educational and cultural services and resources to the community. Our staff works closely with the admissions office, and we would be happy to schedule a pre-admission conference to introduce both parents and students to our services. We encourage all students who may be using our services to register with the Accessibility Resources/Disability Services Office before starting their first academic year. However, students are welcome to discuss services at any time during their college career. Career Services supports the Office of Student Affairs's mission and provides career services and resources to all students and alumni from the first year of college to graduation and beyond. The Career Services staff guides and instructs students and alumni in developing the skills necessary to obtain employment and work satisfaction, succeed in a diverse and rapidly changing workforce, and manage their life-long career strategies. The long-anticipated history of Methodist University's first 50 years is available now! With 250 photos, 638 pages of annotated history, 92 appendices, and an every-name index, Methodist alumni are sure to find themselves reliving their glory days at college through this book. Authored by University Historian William H. "Bill" Billings '68, this project has been in the making since 2002. In 1955, a citizens' group in Fayetteville, North Carolina, began discussing bringing a private college to the city. The Presbyterian Synod of North Carolina had just announced plans to build a four-year college somewhere in eastern North Carolina. Many local leaders were hopeful that Fayetteville could attract that institution. After the Presbyterians selected Laurinburg as the site for their new college, the mayor of Fayetteville appointed the "Fayetteville College Steering Committee" to formulate a Methodist college proposal to the town. Methodist observed the 50th anniversary of receiving its charter on November 1, 2006, with a special convocation and announcement. President M. Elton Hendricks announced that the Board of Trustees had voted unanimously to change the name of Methodist College to Methodist University. View full university

For more than 100 years, Methodist College has provided high-quality education for healthcare professionals. What started as a nurse training program in 1900, established by the deaconesses of the Methodist Episcopal church, has grown to a nursing program offering baccalaureate and master's opportunities, health science, and social work bachelor degree programs, and education opportunities for medical and nursing assistants. Methodist College is a four-year, private, not-for-profit college affiliated with UnityPoint Health. This relationship affords our students clinical opportunities throughout the Peoria region at the UnityPoint Health hospitals and clinics. Our curriculum combines quality academic programs with real-world clinical and practicum experience to provide students with a comprehensive education. We provide a strong foundation in arts and sciences, supporting the students' learning in their chosen program. We offer three options to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Pre-Licensure BSN, Second Degree BSN and RN to BSN), a baccalaureate program in Healthcare Management and Administration (Bachelor of Science in Health Science), a Bachelor of Social Work degree, a Gerontology Certificate program, a Certificate in Medical Assistant Certificate program, a Certificate in Nursing Assistant Certificate, and a Master of Science in Nursing. Always in pursuit of excellence, Methodist College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), with the baccalaureate and master's degree nursing programs accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Since it is humble beginnings, Methodist College has grown to offer its students a holistic collegiate experience. A robust student life program provides students opportunities to get involved with student leadership, volunteer in the community, participate in travel courses that allow them to apply their knowledge in various cultural and hands-on learning opportunities, and build community with their classmates through social events. Our students are supported in their education through the efforts of dedicated faculty and staff. From the first time they step on campus for orientation until they walk across the stage at their graduation, our students can avail themselves of academic and financial assistance advising, tutoring, counseling, access to their faculty, and technology and library resources to supplement and support them through their journey at Methodist College. The Student Housing Complex provides students opportunities to create a living and learning community while providing convenience for students who seek a college and life balance. The college's Mission Statement is the foundation for everything that happens at the college in the classrooms, hallways, and the community. As the administration, faculty, and staff of Methodist College, we are dedicated to providing quality educational programs that promote a diverse student population's holistic development to become healthcare professionals. The college is also committed to civic engagement, community service, and meeting the healthcare needs of the diverse population it serves. View full university

Martin Methodist College, founded in 1870, is a liberal art, four-year College related to the Tennessee Conference of The United Methodist Church. In 2015, the Master of Business Administration offered its first classes. With a historic campus located in Pulaski, Tennessee, in the beautiful hills of southern Middle Tennessee, Martin Methodist College is convenient to both Nashville (70 miles to the north) and Huntsville, Alabama (40 miles to the south). Martin Methodist College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees, baccalaureate degrees, and the Masters degree of Business Administration. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Martin Methodist College. The College is also accredited by The University Senate of the United Methodist Church and chartered by the State of Tennessee. The Commission accredits the Nursing Program on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The Teacher Education Program is accredited by the State of Tennessee Department of Education. The three-fold purpose for publishing the Commission’s address and contact number in the above accreditation statement is to enable interested constituents to 1) learn about the accreditation status of the College, 2) to file a third-party comment at the time of the institution’s decennial review or 3) to file a complaint against the institution for alleged non-compliance with a standard or requirement. Routine inquiries about the institution, such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to the College and not to the Commission’s office. The College is an affirmative action institution and does not discriminate unlawfully based on race, color, creed, disability, national/ethnic origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its admission policy, programs, or activities, education policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other College administered programs, or employment practices and programs. Consumer information and federally-mandated student right-to-know statistics are published in the Martin Methodist College Student Handbook available from the Office of Campus Life. The College reserves the right to change the rules regulating admission to the institution and any other regulations or requirements affecting the student body or the granting of degrees. The College also reserves the right to withdraw courses, change its calendar, and alter charges as conditions may require. Such changes shall go into force whenever the proper authorities may determine and shall apply not only to prospective students but also to those who may, at such time, be matriculated in the College. The College further reserves the right to refuse to release to any student a transcript, grade report, or degree for failure to return College property or to pay any accounts due to the College. Martin Methodist College, as an institution of higher education related to The United Methodist Church, has as its mission to: Provide undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences that are designed to prepare students for careers and lives of continued learning Promote a diverse and globally conscious learning community that nurtures intellectual, spiritual, social, and personal growth Serve the region and church through educational, spiritual, social, and cultural programs. Martin Methodist College will be the epicenter for education, healthcare, church and community leadership, and workforce development in south-central Tennessee and a national model for church-related higher education in rural America. View full university

Fayette has long been an area of education. The first school appeared in 1823, followed by the Fayette Academy in 1825. Howard College was approved by the Fayette community in 1835 but floundered after Fayette's bid to be the University of Missouri's location was passed up in favor of Columbia for monetary reasons. After it was sold, the Howard College building was deeded to the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, in 1847 by Capt. William Swinney. After changing hands, Howard High School was established and later evolved into both Howard Female College and Central College. On April 13, 1853, Central College was founded by Nathan Scarritt and David Rice McAnally. The UniversityUniversity was chartered on March 15, 1855, and the first classes were held on September 18, 1857, with one building on one acre of ground, 144 students, and three faculty members. Founded in 1854, Central Methodist University is a four-year, private, liberal arts university. CMU's main campus, home to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS), is located in Fayette, Missouri, enrolling 1,100 students. More than 4,000 students attend CMU's College of Graduate and Extended Studies (CGES), which offers classes online and at sites across Missouri and the region. CMU is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and welcomes students of all faiths. Central Methodist University prepares students to make a difference in the world by emphasizing academic and professional excellence, ethical leadership, and social responsibility. The Central Methodist University community, consistent with its United Methodist heritage, strives for academic excellence, individual achievement, and social responsibility. Civility upholds the values of respect, kindness, and diplomacy in our direct and indirect interactions with others. Diversity is recognizing differences between people and perceiving these differences as an asset to the community. Central Methodist University will be recognized and valued as an institution delivering distinctive academic programs of excellence, nested within a robust and supportive campus environment, preparing students for making a living and living life. To ensure that CMU's educational experiences engender the ideals incorporated in the mission and vision statements, the faculty, administration, and trustees adopted new university broad learning principles and associated outcomes in the Spring of 2016. Six of the nine outcomes will be used to assess the general education program. Central Methodist University is known for its high-quality undergraduate and graduates educational programs, its values-centered learning experiences and longstanding church relationship, its strong liberal arts tradition, its emphasis on character and leadership development, and its graduates' success and professional pursuits. Characterized by academic excellence and proactive, personalized student services, programs are offered in Fayette and statewide via distance learning technologies and partnerships with schools, churches, hospitals, and other higher education institutions. We are proud of our outstanding academic and extracurricular programs. Our beautiful and historic main campus in Fayette is a special place to be. However, our strength is our people – incredible faculty, helpful and knowledgeable staff, and visionary leadership. Our team is the most significant source of pride. Whether you are an on-campus student, taking classes at an off-campus location, or studying online, our undergraduate programs are done the right way. Graduate assistants will not teach you. In many programs, you will have opportunities to engage in your research much sooner than at other schools. Count on quality. Count on being challenged. Count on a life-changing experience that will prepare you for a lifetime of success. Count on MORE from CMU. Are you looking for a specific Graduate level course? Take the course you need from CMU. Submit the appropriate application for admission, and select non-degree seeking as your student-type. Students seeking MOREnet Workshop educational credits should fill out the Master of Education application. Smiley Memorial Library has long endeavored to provide high-quality educational support and maintain an accessible, academically current collection of materials and electronic resources to meet the CMU students' needs. The library strives to promote lifelong learning, information fluency, social responsibility, and service and serve as a cultural and intellectual resource for the UniversityUniversity and the surrounding community. We are an excellent source for music, movies, children's books, newspapers, magazines, etc. If you are a student who works hard toward academic success, you deserve to be recognized. At CMU, we will reward your efforts through our scholarship opportunities. Academic Scholarships are granted to qualified incoming undergraduate CLAS students based on their academic record, GPA, and ACT scores. CMU provides a broad range of services and resources, all designed for a single purpose: to help you succeed at CMU. Our experienced professionals' staff is dedicated to providing quality, personalized service to help you reach your full potential as you achieve your academic and personal goals. Our students engage in a uniquely active and relevant education with outstanding programs, excellent faculty, and professional learning experiences. This is a dynamic and comprehensive education that will challenge you, support you, and prepare you in every way. View full university

Methodist College Belfast, or Methody as the College is commonly known, is one of Northern Ireland's leading grammar schools, with an outstanding reputation for academic excellence and an impressive record of music, drama, and sport. Interdenominational since its foundation in 1865 and co-educational within months of its opening in 1868, the College is proud of the continued growth in the diversity of its pupils, both past and present, and will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2018. Methodist College has a long tradition of commitment to pastoral care. It places great emphasis on the moral and social welfare of its pupils and their intellectual, physical, and cultural development. Founded by the Methodist Church in 1865, the College is a non-denominational, co-educational grammar school, where pupils of all faiths and none are welcomed into a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. We aim to provide equal opportunities for all, and the diverse talents of each of our pupils are appreciated, nurtured, and celebrated. The development of intellectual curiosity, critical debate, active and independent learning, and the pursuit of excellence are all valued. Through the pursuit of curricular and extra-curricular activities, we support and promote our belief in developing the whole child. Our pupils are encouraged to be enthusiastic, confident, and tolerant young people who have respect for themselves and others. At Methodist College, we seek to: Challenge, inspire and support our pupils as individuals to grow intellectually, personally and spiritually, and achieve their potential Promote high academic standards and develop diverse skills and capabilities through a variety of curricular and extra-curricular activities Encourage a questioning approach which searches for truth through reason, research, and debate based on freedom of thought and expression Encourage creativity as a way of nurturing the human spirit and improving the quality of life Work for the benefit of the school and the local community, while promoting the concept of service to all communities, national and international Encourage environmental awareness, recognizing our responsibility for the welfare of the planet Prepare our pupils to be responsible citizens and leaders, who respect the value of cultural diversity and our common humanity in a fast-changing and complex world Promote social justice and to counter prejudice and intolerance by encouraging mutual respect and understanding Provide opportunities for pupils to work together to develop an understanding of the importance of forgiveness, reconciliation, recognition, and renewal in order that individuals, communities, and society may flourish Recognize that learning is a life-long process by which we seek to gain not only qualifications but also humility and wisdom. View full school

A nationally ranked private university located near Dallas's heart, SMU is a distinguished center for global research with a liberal arts tradition. SMU's nearly 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study, and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs through seven schools. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for its ways to support students, faculty, and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. The University's entrepreneurial spirit lives in people from every academic discipline who see opportunities to create something new globally and work hard to bring their innovations to life. SMU's relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation's fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social, and career opportunities that provide a launchpad for our students, faculty, and alumni to make a global impact. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning, and research to creativity, performance, and athletic endeavor. SMU was founded by what is now The United Methodist Church, in partnership with civic leaders. The University is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry. Southern Methodist University will create, expand, and impart knowledge through teaching, research, and service, shaping world changers who contribute to their communities and excel in their professions in a global society. Among its faculty, students, and staff, the University will cultivate principled thought, develop intellectual skills, and promote an environment emphasizing individual dignity and worth. SMU affirms its historical commitment to academic freedom and open inquiry, moral and ethical values, and United Methodist heritage. Take significant steps toward a better tomorrow. With a nationally ranked university's academic resources that attract high-achieving students who want solid preparation for life after college, a top-tier education at SMU is a smart investment. SMU creates value through career preparation and the flexibility to pursue multiple study areas that match your interests and strengths. We work hard to fit this valuable education into your family's budget. Our financial aid advisors partner with you to explore scholarships, grants, loans, and payment plans. That way, you can focus on what is most important: studying what you love and preparing to leverage your skills and education for a rewarding career. SMU also offers a range of academic scholarships that reward demonstrated academic performance. Many even can be combined. Students who apply for admission by January 15 are automatically considered for SMU's scholarships. SMU provides a complete college experience that will connect you to vibrant student life, a promising career, and the opportunities of living and learning in dynamic Dallas. Benefit from small classes, direct access to faculty, and excellent opportunities for internships. With nearly 200 campus organizations, there are countless options to get involved on campus and develop your leadership skills. Find them all at the Night at the Club fair during Mustang Corral, part of our orientation for new students, and find your place in our University community even before classes begin. Our vibrant campus is small enough for you to know your professors and make lifelong connections and large enough to stretch your mind in various academic disciplines and campus activities. University programs that support diversity begin at student orientation when student leaders present vignettes on social issues. For the past decade, the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs has led a presentation and group sessions on our campus community pledge: "Every Mustang Will Be Valued." The SMU Campus Cultural Intelligence Initiative also strengthens our culture of respect and inclusiveness. The mission of CIQ@SMU is to make cultural intelligence part of the DNA of our SMU community by touching every aspect of our institutional life, whether in the classroom, the Residential Commons, the office, or the fraternity or sorority house. CIQ@SMU is designed to ensure that every member of our campus is equipped to create, collaborate, and implement innovative solutions to change the world, regardless of the background of those they work with. SMU is a private research university with a legacy of scholarly impact, creating knowledge and leaders through research and graduate education. The Hegi Family Career Development Center at SMU is dedicated to serving SMU students and alumni's needs and assisting employers in reaching qualified SMU candidates. Our counselors work with students at all stages of their career development process – from choosing a major to evaluating a job offer from facilitating exploration activities and focusing career goals to developing effective resumes and cover letters, graduate school research, and job search strategies. The University's ten libraries house the most extensive private collection of research materials in the Southwest, including over 3 million volumes. View full university

Nebraska Methodist College, located in Omaha, Nebraska, and an affiliate of Methodist Health System, is a premier private health professions institution that has offered a caring, close-knit community to its students since it was established in 1891. With an enrollment of more than 700 students, Nebraska Methodist College is small enough to care about each student individually and large enough to provide outstanding undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs in nursing and allied health. Nebraska Methodist College students experience a holistic culture of caring while mastering health care art and science. They gain the skills and experience needed to become outstanding contributors to society through service-learning experiences, community-based education, and leadership development integrated throughout the curriculum. They are taught and supported by expert and nurturing faculty and dedicated staff members who value and take pride in their Nebraska Methodist College careers. View full university

Methodist Ladies' College is one of Australia's leading independent day and boarding schools, internationally recognized for our extensive curriculum choice, cutting-edge approach to education, authentic learning experiences, and outstanding academic results. We invite you to explore our website and discover what makes an MLC education so unique. The goal of MLC's founders, the Wesleyan Methodists, was to provide a 'high-class Christian education for girls', comparable with that provided elsewhere for boys at the time. From its inception, MLC attracted boarders from all around the country. The iconic Gothic Revival building in the front gardens is now where our borders live today. Although MLC was Australia's first girls' school founded by the Wesleyan Methodists, those of all faiths and cultural backgrounds have always been welcomed. This inclusive and accepting environment of the College, as well as being an internationally-minded school, is still strong today. In the 21st century, MLC continues to benchmark educational excellence, facilities, and innovation. MLC is one of Australia's leading independent girls' schools. As an open-entry, non-selective day and boarding school, we are a welcoming, diverse community offering a broad, holistic education that prepares world-ready women for their lives beyond school. Our responsibility as educators is to prepare the next generation of young people for their lives as adults in a world that is changing at an unprecedented rate. With globalization, alongside significant political, economic, and social change and continued technological advancement transforming all of our lives, our social and professional futures will be more mobile and globally connected than ever before. MLC is committed to preparing our students for life beyond the school gates to ensure they indeed are 'world-ready women.' We provide our students with diverse opportunities to prepare them to enter a globalized society where digital communication will define and shape their lives. Today's education must serve young people's needs growing up in this tremendously exciting yet continually shifting context. It is a huge privilege to be entrusted with the responsibility of educating young people. At MLC, we focus on providing a relevant and enriching education that equips students with the new skills, essential knowledge, and guiding values needed to shape their future and contribute meaningfully to both local and global communities. I am confident that these students will leave MLC well-equipped to be the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and achievers. MLC is internationally renowned for its extensive curriculum choice, innovative approach to education, diverse community, varied learning experiences, and outstanding academic results. As technology continues to drive an ever-escalating pace of change, MLC recognizes and understands the new landscape. As such, we are well-positioned to plan and deliver cutting-edge programs relevant to today's world. MLC develops confident and articulate young women who have the skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes to shape their future and contribute meaningfully to the international community. MLC is committed to providing a challenging, enriching, safe, and supportive learning environment through our core values of responsibility, respect, and compassion. MLC: Fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal development of MLC girls and young women, so they develop the tools necessary to lead meaningful and enjoyable lives. Provides a broad and challenging academic curriculum to support students in achieving excellence. Offers an extensive co-curricular program that ensures students identify their strengths and develop teamwork, leadership, creativity, and enterprise skills. Develops independent, adaptable thinkers with a passion for learning, the courage to take risks, and the initiative to apply what is learned. Provides a caring, supportive, and child-safe community in all school environments for all students. Develops a sense of self-worth and identity for students and the resilience required to grow through life's challenges. Develops young women of conscience, compassion, and responsibility to make positive choices in life. Engages respectfully and responsibly with Australia's Indigenous people, culture, and country, and is committed to continuous learning in this area. Contributes to social justice by forging community and global partnerships, valuing diversity, and developing cultural awareness. Raises awareness, respect, and responsibility for our natural environment. Honors the values of MLC's Christian heritage while celebrating and nurturing spirituality and other faiths. View full school

MLC was founded in 1882 as a 'modern school of the first order' with buildings that formed 'a collegiate institution for girls unsurpassed in the colonies.' The goal of MLC's founders, the Wesleyan Methodists, was to provide a 'high-class Christian education for girls', comparable with that provided elsewhere for boys at the time. From its inception, MLC attracted boarders from all around the country. The iconic Gothic Revival building in the front gardens is now where our borders live today. Although MLC was Australia's first girls' school founded by the Wesleyan Methodists, those of all faiths and cultural backgrounds have always been welcomed. This inclusive and accepting environment of the College, as well as being an internationally-minded school, is still strong today. In the 21st century, MLC continues to benchmark educational excellence, facilities, and innovation. Some notable historical achievements include: In 1990, MLC became the first school to introduce laptop computers for all students from Years 5 – 12. This program has since been extended to include iPads for all Prep-Year 2 students and laptops for all students from Year 3 – Year 12. In 1991, MLC Marshmead opened, providing Year 9 students with a unique eight-week residential outdoor education experience focusing on sustainable living. In 2014, MLC was one of the first Australian schools to achieve the Council of International Schools' accreditation for commitment to internationalism and global citizenship. The College has always proudly adopted an international outlook and embraced diversity and continues to do so. MLC develops confident and articulate young women who have the skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes to shape their future and contribute meaningfully to the international community. MLC is committed to providing a challenging, enriching, safe, and supportive learning environment through our core values of responsibility, respect, and compassion. MLC: Fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal development of MLC girls and young women, so they develop the tools necessary to lead meaningful and enjoyable lives. Provides a broad and challenging academic curriculum to support students in achieving excellence. Offers an extensive co-curricular program that ensures students identify their strengths and develop teamwork, leadership, creativity, and enterprise skills. Develops independent, adaptable thinkers with a passion for learning, the courage to take risks, and the initiative to apply what is learned. Provides a caring, supportive, and child-safe community in all school environments for all students. Develops a sense of self-worth and identity for students and the resilience required to grow through life's challenges. Develops young women of conscience, compassion, and responsibility to make positive choices in life. Engages respectfully and responsibly with Australia's Indigenous people, culture, and country, and is committed to continuous learning in this area. Contributes to social justice by forging community and global partnerships, valuing diversity, and developing cultural awareness. Raises awareness, respect, and responsibility for our natural environment. Honors the values of MLC's Christian heritage while celebrating and nurturing spirituality and other faiths. To uphold and deliver MLC's Vision and Mission, the College has developed a series of strategic pillars. MLC provides a broad and challenging academic curriculum that fosters a passion for learning, develops independent, adaptable thinkers, and focuses on excellence. As an integral element of inspiring and rewarding education, MLC offers a mature and responsive student wellbeing program. MLC recognizes that quality educational outcomes are driven by excellence in teaching and learning provided by the highest quality, motivated teaching, and educational support staff. MLC will continue to lead and innovate in developing resources, sites, and facilities that support students' learning in a dynamic 21st-century environment. The diverse and extensive MLC community provides a rich source of opportunity, personal growth, and a sense of belonging for all members. MLC commits a secure and sustainable future that supports investment in facilities and resources, which deliver a world-class education for MLC students. Our staff is passionate, supportive, and experts in their fields. A large number of our teaching staff are also VCE examiners and Chief Assessors, one of the largest groups from any Victorian school. MLC fosters an environment of lifelong learning through ongoing professional development programs to ensure that our staff is continuously growing and building on their knowledge and skills. Our staff delight in sharing their combined knowledge with the community through workshops, lectures, and printed publications, both internal to MLC and with the broader community. MLC has over 138 years' experience successfully educating girls to be the citizens the world needs. MLC teaching and educational support staff understand girls and how they learn, develop, and communicate. Our programs have been specifically designed to help girls achieve their best. Their effectiveness is borne out in our consistently outstanding academic results and our students' achievements and successes in all areas of school life. With a proudly progressive and diverse reputation, we have a long history as a welcoming, inclusive community where students from all walks of life and backgrounds learn and achieve together. With such diversity, our students leave the College with not just one friendship group but instead many across different interests, year levels, and houses. Our robust school community extends to supportive families, excellent staff, Parents' Association, and our valued network of 30,000+ alumnae, who continue to come back to the College to mentor and inspire our students. MLC has long had an interdisciplinary approach to learning, focusing on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Design, Mathematics) subjects. We recognize the necessity of diverse disciplines, such as science and the arts, coming together to drive innovation. In 2018, 44% of our students' Round One University offers were for STEM-related courses, and 82% of our Year 12s studied at least one Science subject - both well above the national averages. A vast range of choices is a hallmark of an MLC education, with one of Australia's broadest curricula offerings. From discovering new interests in electives from Year 8 to choosing from over 60 subjects across VCE, VCE VET, and IB, MLC offers the resources, facilities, and flexibility for each student to have an individualized timetable for subjects they choose. Furthermore, all subjects are conveniently taught on our Kew campus. Along with our extensive subject choices, our broad and varied co-curricular activities enable MLC girls to make choices unhampered by stereotypes. With more than 30 sports and a wide range of orchestras, ensembles, choirs, committees, and clubs on offer (including Theatre Sports, Coding Club, Green Team, and plenty more), there is sure to be something to ignite your daughter's passion. If our students want to form a group or club that doesn't already exist, we have the resources and staff to guide them and make it happen! View full school

Methodist College Belfast, or Methody as the College is commonly known, is one of Northern Ireland's leading grammar schools, with an outstanding reputation for academic excellence and an impressive record of achievement in music, drama, and sport. Interdenominational since its foundation in 1865 and co-educational within months of its opening in 1868, the College is proud of the continued growth in the diversity of its pupils, both past and present, and will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2018. Methodist College has a long tradition of commitment to pastoral care and places great emphasis on the moral and social welfare of its pupils in addition to their intellectual, physical, and cultural development. Founded by the Methodist Church in 1865 the College is a non-denominational, co-educational grammar school, where pupils of all faiths and none are welcomed into a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. We aim to provide equal opportunities for all and the diverse talents of each of our pupils are appreciated, nurtured, and celebrated. The development of intellectual curiosity, critical debate, active and independent learning, and the pursuit of excellence are all valued. Through the pursuit of curricular and extra-curricular activities, we support and promote our belief in the importance of developing the whole child. Our pupils are encouraged to be enthusiastic, confident, and tolerant young people, who have respect for themselves and others. At Methodist College we seek to: Challenge, inspire and support our pupils as individuals to grow intellectually, personally and spiritually, and to achieve their potential Promote high academic standards and the development of diverse skills and capabilities through a variety of curricular and extracurricular activities Encourage a questioning approach that searches for truth through reason, research, and debate based on freedom of thought and expression Encourage creativity as a way of nurturing the human spirit and improving the quality of life Work for the benefit of the school and the local community, while promoting the concept of service to all communities, national and international Encourage environmental awareness, recognizing our responsibility for the welfare of the planet Prepare our pupils to be responsible citizens and leaders, who respect the value of cultural diversity and our common humanity in a fast-changing and complex world Promote social justice and counter prejudice and intolerance by encouraging mutual respect and understanding Provide opportunities for pupils to work together to develop an understanding of the importance of forgiveness, reconciliation, recognition, and renewal so that individuals, communities, and society may flourish Recognize that learning is a life-long process by which we seek to gain not only qualifications but also humility and wisdom. View full school

Welcome to Methodist College Kuala Lumpur – a College where tradition and values meet excellence in education! For over 34 years, Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) has been providing quality, holistic education in the best of Methodist traditions. Located in the fast-growing Brickfields-KL Sentral area, the 4-acre campus has easy access to public transportation, restaurants, sports, and leisure activities in and around the College. Experienced lecturers working with well-equipped computer and science laboratories and good academic resources are well able to guide you and coach you to excel in your studies and pursuit of your career. In line with our vision ‘Excellence For Life’, we believe in the potential of all Collegians to rise to his or her calling as stewards of God’s creation. Their time at MCKL should foster a joy for learning, an intelligent appreciation of the beauty of nature, and the inalienable worth of every human being. This will lead to a life-long passion for making a significant difference to their families, society, and the nation. How do we achieve this, you may ask? The College provides students with a nurturing environment conducive for learning as well as exploring their strengths and honing their skills through involvement in various activities and events. Community service and character formation are also key elements of the MCKL experience which aims to produce high-achieving individuals of caliber who will become both passionate and compassionate leaders and nation-builders of our country and our world. Year after year, students consistently achieve excellent results and gain entry into prestigious universities around the world, many on scholarship. MCKL alumni continue to secure excellent internships, graduate with honors, obtain opportunities for graduate studies and research, and make us very proud of them. The close-knit community encourages a thriving network of MCKL alumni with a good repertoire and a willingness to contribute back to their alma mater. Inspired from its roots as a mission school, the College places emphasis on the values of honoring God, respecting yourself, respecting others, respecting property, cherishing relationships, cherishing nature, cherishing our nation, celebrating excellence, celebrating diversity, and celebrating volunteerism. These ‘10 Core Values’ form the backbone of our identity and policies as an organization, and ensure discipline and a sense of propriety is inculcated in staff and student alike. These defining factors make MCKL unique as an education provider. Come experience for yourself the difference at MCKL. Browse through our user-friendly website or contact one of our friendly staff for more information! We believe in the potential of all Collegians to rise to his or her calling as stewards of God's creation. Their time at MCKL should foster a joy for learning, and an intelligent appreciation of the beauty of nature, and the inalienable worth of every human being. This will lead to a life-long passion for making a significant difference to their families, society, and the nation. Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) was founded as a private educational institution in January 1983 by the Methodist Council of Education. The Founding Principal was Mrs. F R Bhupalan. Secondary classes (Forms 1 to 5), Sixth Form, and A-level classes were conducted and the enrollment increased dramatically with the success achieved by the College. Due to the growing student population, a new campus was established in Sentul in 1994, and Forms 1 to 5 classes were moved in stages to what is now called the Wesley Methodist School, Sentul. This move was completed in 1999 and Methodist College Kuala Lumpur, Brickfields is now focused on providing pre-university studies, diploma and certificate level courses as a private higher education institute (Institut Pengajian Tinggi Swasta – IPTS). In 2000 the Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) program of the Curriculum Council, Western Australia was added to the GCE A-level, U.K. pre-university studies program. Both the GCE A-level and AUSMAT programs have successfully prepared numerous students for admission to overseas universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, U.S.A., Singapore, India, and many other countries as well as to local private university colleges. The Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Certificate in Early Childhood Education programs to train professional early childhood educators were started in 2005. In 2006 the Certificate in English program and short courses in Business English were added to the College’s course offerings to meet the needs of working adults and secondary school leavers. Located in the rapidly developing area of Brickfields and KL Sentral, the College is poised for its next stage of growth with the launch of its new building extension and renovation plan. In 2008 Methodist College Kuala Lumpur celebrated its 25th Anniversary as a private college of Excellence for Life. View full school

Since the pioneering spirit of early missionaries in Malaysia in 1891, Methodist Education has shaped the lives of thousands of students for 125 years. Our Wesley Methodist Schools (WMS) tradition gives the school a special character, that stands apart from the other school models: the WMS tradition of Christian values, service to the community, and all-around quality education. Wesley Methodist School has become a name synonymous with producing the A.C.E. student, Academically excellent children, trained in Character values, and pursues Extra-curricular achievements. This philosophy lies at the heart of our mission to help our students reach their full potential. The school's fundamental philosophy is: We believe that each student is made in the image of God, endowed with inherent dignity, and thus worthy of love, respect, and acceptance. We believe that each student is a unique individual endowed with distinctive character, aptitudes, and abilities. We believe in the nurture and development of the whole person – the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, and social – to his or her fullest potential. We recognize that the teacher plays a crucial role in fulfilling our Vision and Mission. We believe that passion for teaching, love for young people, moral character, professional competency, and good communication skills are critical prerequisites. Further, we believe that teachers of the Christian faith can best impact students through their godly character and lifestyle based on a vital personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We believe that the school should provide a wholesome and non-threatening environment, where the student feels welcomed, secure, and happy, and which promotes individual learning, growing, thinking, as well as interpersonal skills and respect for others in the context of a multi-ethnic and multi-religious community. We recognize that the school should not replace but complement the home in the responsibility and task of nurturing training, and socialization of the young person. We believe that the school should impart the highest and noblest of human knowledge to the student. Further, we believe that educational excellence goes beyond academic results to encompass the meaningful learning of the subject matter. The curriculum should encourage critical and creative thinking, instill an appreciation of the sciences, arts, and culture, and promote character formation and responsible citizenship. At the same time, attention should also be given to the informal curriculum and other forms of extra-curricular activities. At WMS Penang (International) we follow an integrated curriculum that places emphasis on academic excellence and focuses on the development of the whole child addressing social, physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, and academic needs for learners from age 4 to 16. WMS Penang (International) adopts the internationally recognized British Cambridge curriculum for Primary School Year 1 to Year 6 and Secondary School Year 7 to Year 11, leading to the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (I.G.C.S.E.) and A-Levels in Year 12 to Year 13. Students sit for the externally assessed Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) examinations: Cambridge Primary Checkpoint in Year 6, Cambridge Secondary 1 Checkpoint in Year 9, and International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) in Year 11 and Cambridge International A-Levels. View full school