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Success Story: Amanda Heck

Amanda Heck always had an interest in college, but like many others at Peirce, she didn’t have a clear cut path to school. “My family wasn’t really supportive of me going to college,” Amanda explained. “I knew that if I wanted to go, [I’d need] straight A’s and a scholarship.  I didn’t have anyone to […]

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Introducing our Assistant Vice President, Employer Relations: Malik Brown

At Peirce, we’re committed to supporting our students beyond classroom walls.   This means building connections with area employers, nonprofits, and government entities, and forming relationships that directly benefit our students: with our alumni, with  job opportunities, co-ops, and with a broader community network that’s invested in their success. Joining us in this commitment of fulfilling […]

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Why a Summer Start Works for Adult Learners

At Peirce, we’ve been helping comebackers like you earn their degree for more than 151 years. We know how to help you strike a balance between school, work and life so you can get the degree you need for the future you deserve. While many people think of fall as a traditional time to back […]

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Commencement 2016: Watch now!

In the words of Commencement keynote speaker and award-winning journalist Tamron Hall, we’re “still smiling” after last night’s commencement ceremony and celebration.  We want to make sure every member of the class of 2016 can re-watch the entire ceremony and share this special moment with their family and support networks whenever they want. That’s why […]

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Peirce Fits Your Family: Family Graduation Stories Highlight Support, Persistence, and Encouragement at Peirce College

Emma Leigh Morando-Young and her husband, Anthony Young.  Today marks Peirce College’s 151st commencement ceremony.  In just a few hours, we’ll celebrate the class of 2016, and recognize them for the hard work, dedication and focus that it took for them to reach this milestone.  For some Peirce graduates, this moment of recognition and celebration […]

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