The College of Westchester

White Plains, New York

The College of Westchester is a career college where the vast majority of your courses are directly related to your major field of study. You can earn an associate degree and be ready for the career of your choice in as little as 18 months! Shorter Certificate Programs: In a short certificate program, you can obtain specialized job skills to jump-start or up-grade your career. These short programs are popular among students who already have some advanced skills or education and those who want to be employable and promotable in the shortest possible time. Convenient Schedules: Because the college offers day, evening and weekend sessions, The College of Westchester can provide the class times that are convenient for you, regardless of your work and/or personal schedule. Personal Attention: Individual attention is a major strength of The College of Westchester. Should you need assistance, our faculty and staff will be there to help because they want you to succeed. Career Placement: As a graduate of The College of Westchester, you will be entitled to lifetime job placement assistance. The Career Placement Services Office will also assist you in the preparation of your resume, interviewing and other skills to get the career position you want. Graduates may also want to brush up on certain skill courses at no cost. Transferability: Upon completion of the associate degree, graduates continuing their education may transfer credit to the baccalaureate level of other higher education institutions. Affordability: The College of Westchester offers a private college education at an affordable tuition. We offer a wide variety of assistance programs including government grants, loans, institutional scholarships/grants and payment plans to suit nearly every budget. Computer Access: You will have access to over 300 computers on campus. You will gain the hardware and software knowledge you will need for today's high-tech employment market through hands-on training. High speed Internet access provides you with your connection to the world. The Microsoft Office Specialist Program is a validation program that gives you the credentials you need to prove you know how to use Microsoft Office applications efficiently and productively. Upon completion of specific courses and for a small fee, students may take the Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook exams right on campus. The College of Westchester, through professional partnering, is a member of the Microsoft Certified Solution Provider (MCSP) Program. Teaming with Microsoft is just one part of The College of Westchester's strategic plan to provide the very best in collegiate level computer degrees and certificates. The MCSP Program provides many advantages to students, faculty and employers of CW graduates. The College of Westchester's membership with the Computer Technology Industry Association provides students with the opportunity to acquire A+ and Network+ technical certifications. These certifications offer proof of knowledge and professional achievement to potential employers.