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Tuesday: March 8, 2005 |
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Capella University Capella University Launches 2-Minute Advisor SM Innovative Tool Helps Adults Evaluate Educational Options Minneapolis, November 7, 2001 - Capella University has launched a first-of-its-kind Web-based assessment tool for adults considering continuing their education - the 2-Minute Advisor (patent pending). The 2-Minute Advisor is an interactive tool designed to provide individuals personalized course and program recommendations based on their interests and specific needs. "Everybody has questions about continuing their education, but few people take the time to meet with an advisor, said Steve Shank, Chancellor of Capella University. "By being the first university to create such a tool, Capella has given individuals quick access to the information they need to make an informed decision." The interactive questionnaire includes four steps and seventeen questions that take about 2 minutes to answer. Completing the 2-Minute Advisor provides potential students with: Recommendations on courses or programs that best match their interests and goals; An assessment of their learning style and fit with online learning; Reference and research material to help with their decision; Information on financial aid and other options for financing their education. Visitors can save their information on a personal web page that they can reference and update at any time in the future. "Reaction to the 2-Minute Advisor has been overwhelmingly positive," said Shank. "The tool is redefining our enrollment model. We are making the process as seamless as possible for people. The can use the 2-Minute Advisor to explore their options and at any time be connected to an enrollment counselor for personal advice" To see the 2-Minute Advisor simply go to http://www.capellauniversity.edu and click on Visitors. Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Capella University Capella University (www.capellauniversity.edu) is an accredited university that offers courses, certificates and degree programs in business, technology, education, human services and psychology. Through its online campus Capella University teaches more than 3,700 students throughout the U.S. and in 40 countries. Capella University is affiliated with the for-profit Capella Education Company, headquartered in Minneapolis. For more information visit Capella University at http://capellauniversity.edu or call 888.CAPELLA. |