NTID AS Degree

How does the Co-op program work? When do you take that? Can you do this while you go to college to shorten time? Also, do you have to stay in NY to take a Co-op program? If so, do they help you find a Co-op where you want to?
 
How is an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) different from Associate of Science (AS) or Associate of Arts (AA) degrees? Are they still equivalent two-year degrees?
 
VamPyroX said:
It depends on the student...

My opinion? It's a matter of how you do things in school. If you're going to party all the time and not take classes seriously, then it will be hard.
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Two excellent points.
 
Reba said:
How is an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) different from Associate of Science (AS) or Associate of Arts (AA) degrees? Are they still equivalent two-year degrees?
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AAS include liberal arts courses while AOS does not... Although AOS does require several courses to meet requirement like Humanities, Social Studies or any General Education courses...
see this program to see the difference between AAS and AOS (see those asterisked)
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Some program are 2 or 3 for any associate programs in NTID in some program a third year are lighter courses (see the link for typical courses sequences)
 
Boult said:
AAS include liberal arts courses while AOS does not... Although AOS does require several courses to meet requirement like Humanities, Social Studies or any General Education courses...
see this program to see the difference between AAS and AOS (see those asterisked)
Digital Imaging and Publishing Technology

Some program are 2 or 3 for any associate programs in NTID in some program a third year are lighter courses (see the link for typical courses sequences)
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RIT is like any other college in the country that offers 4-year degrees (BA or BS). I attended RIT-only classes to earn my BS degree in Business Management (College of Business) while using the services NTID provides -- interpreters and notetakers.
 
I understand that RIT is just like any other, but what makes NTID different? Is NTID just like any other except that there are hard of hearing and deaf students?

I come here to get real advice. I worry that counselors will sugar coat things or tweak the truth.
 
NTID does not offer BA programs, only AAS or AOS. And it is all deaf/hoh students except for the hearing students in the interpreter program. So if you're looking for a BA/BS degree you would need to attend one of RIT's colleges. Otherwise NTID is just like any other 2-year AAS/AOS programs (like your local community colleges, etc.) except for all the deaf students. I have heard deaf friends say that NTID is easier, but I can't vouch for that since I didn't attend any NTID classes.
 
Thank you for your information. Did anyone attend NTID classes to tell me your experience?
 
Actually, NTID does have two type of degree, Diploma and Associate (not all programs have Diploma.

NTID is for those students with hearing loss that meet NTID requirement because to be qualified as NTID Student, they will get reduced tuition. If one don't meet NTID's criteria then can't enroll as NTID student but can enroll as RIT student.

RIT - NTID - Prospective Students - Tuition - An Affordable Choice

Because NTID is federally funded, an RIT/NTID education is an affordable choice for deaf and hard of hearing students. In fact, deaf and hard-of-hearing students pay only about one-third of the tuition that hearing RIT students pay.

From: RIT - NTID - Prospective Students - Admissions/Apply - Frequently Asked Questions
What does a student's level of hearing loss have to be in order to be eligible for NTID reduced tuition and access services?

And audiogram is required. Students must demonstrate a significant hearing loss, and demonstrate the ability to benefit from the models used at RIT/NTID designated specifically to provide access to academic programs for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.


Actually, you don't have to be limited to NTID's program of study while being a NTID student, you can be a "NTID supported student" enrolled in any of RIT's program of study so that way you pay at NTID rate and receive NTID access services.
Or Start in NTID program of studies then cross-register into RIT's program of studies.
 
ClearSky said:
Thank you for your information. Did anyone attend NTID classes to tell me your experience?
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I wonder if it would be possible for you to observe some classes that are in session before you make your decision? Then you could judge for yourself.
 
I went to the college last year during an open house. I didn't get enough time to see NTID. NTID was closed by the time I arrived to the college. It's not convenient to drive back and forth to the college.
 
ClearSky said:
How does the Co-op program work? When do you take that? Can you do this while you go to college to shorten time? Also, do you have to stay in NY to take a Co-op program? If so, do they help you find a Co-op where you want to?
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It depends on the degree program you're in. Some programs require more co-op than others. I don't know how many is normally required in NTID... I think 1 quarter.

At RIT, some programs require 1 quarter... some require 2 quarters... some require 3 quarters... there is one program that require 5 quarters of co-op!

When I was at RIT, I had to take 3 quarters of co-op for my BS degree. That's why it took me 5 years to graduate.

Anyways, the job must be full-time in order to meet the co-op requirements. It doesn't matter if it's a paying job or a non-paying job (internship), as long as it's approved by the department. When looking for co-op, it's recommended that you check with your advisor before taking that job. Also, some jobs will offer you a permanent position if you quit school and work right now... which is a big mistake that a lot of students make. When they stop working, they have a hard time going back to school.

Since it's full-time, it would be very difficult to take classes while working full-time. Since co-op is usually 9 to 5 every day, your only option would be to take night classes. This is not recommended. (I've seen some people do this. They burn out and drop out of school.)

No, the job doesn't have to be in Rochester or New York. It can be anywhere... as long as it's scheduled during the quarter that the co-op is for and that you complete 350 hours.
 
Reba said:
How is an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) different from Associate of Science (AS) or Associate of Arts (AA) degrees? Are they still equivalent two-year degrees?
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Students with AAS degrees can continue for BS degrees. Those with AOS cannot.
 
Thanks for answering. I found a bit of info on co-op on their site.

Do you know if some students finish NTID AAS, then they transfer to another university to finish their B.S.?
 
Many do. Not that there's anything wrong with RIT. Some choose to finish their BA/BS closer to home or for other reasons.
 
ClearSky said:
Thanks for answering. I found a bit of info on co-op on their site.

Do you know if some students finish NTID AAS, then they transfer to another university to finish their B.S.?
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Most people I know who graduated with AAS from NTID usually return for BS at RIT.

It's usually easier to continue for a second degree at the same college than it is to transfer to a different college.
 
What Vampy says is my answer clearsky... that's what Cross-register is...
 
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