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Columbus Student Consumer Information

The information on this page is provided to prospective and current students as required by federal law through the Higher Education Opportunity Act (Public Law 110-315).

The School’s facilities are handicapped accessible per the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements.  Classrooms, labs, offices and restrooms are all accessible.  For facilities without elevators, ground floor facilities are provided for all school activities.  Due to the nature of the broadcasting medium, students with severe hearing disabilities are counseled to consider another program of study.  Students with low or no vision are accommodated through a variety of software based access programs as well as daily assistance from Instructor Assistants and Graduate Assistants.

The School’s facilities are handicapped accessible per the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements.  Classrooms, labs, offices and restrooms are all accessible.  For facilities without elevators, ground floor facilities are provided for all school activities.  Due to the nature of the broadcasting medium, students with severe hearing disabilities are counseled to consider another program of study.  Students with low or no vision are accommodated through a variety of software based access programs as well as daily assistance from Instructor Assistants and Graduate Assistants.

Ohio Media School maintains a diverse student body. The gender and national origin statistics as reported on the “Fall Enrollment 2020-2021″ IPED Survey Summary are as follows:

Columbus:

Male: 66%

Female: 33%

African American: 79%

Asian: 0%

Caucasian: 14%

Latino/Hispanic: 1%

Other: 4%

Textbook Information

All reading materials needed for the Program are provided by the School, with the cost included in Tuition and Fees (see price of attendance below).

Academic Program

(Educational Programs, Instructional Facilities, and Faculty). Please refer to the School [Catalog] – hot links below.

Catalog – Cleveland

Transfer of Credit Policies and Articulation Agreements

For information regarding transfer credits and articulation agreements, see the “Credit for Previous Training” section of our Student Catalog.

Institutional and Program Accreditation, Approval, or Licensure

Ohio Media School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).  The School is also approved by the State of Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools and is approved for Training of Veterans

Student Achievement Rates

Based upon the school’s 2021 report to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 74% of students within the reported cohort graduated: 72 out of 97 students graduated who were available for graduation. 73% of graduates available for employment gained employment in their field of study: 52 out of 71 graduates available for employment found in-field employment.

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), the School maintains policies designed to reduce the illegal uploading and downloading of copyrighted material through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing.  Recognizing that the School maintains no residential facilities for students or staff, its policy focuses on the use of school owned computers and the use of its wireless networks by students while on campus, as well as making students aware of the proper use of copyrighted materials.

The School takes the following steps:

  1.  Students are informed during orientation that copyright infringement is a violation of school policy which renders the student subject to dismissal from the program.  In addition, the course syllabus includes a module focusing on the permissible use of copyrighted materials, including an overview of the fair use exceptions to copyright laws, and the penalties that may be imposed for violation.
  2. The School employs site blocking and other technologies on its computers designed to prohibit access to websites commonly used for illegal file sharing.  For students who use their own computers connected through the School’s networks, bandwidth monitoring software is employed to reduce efficiency to the point that peer-to-peer and other transfer mechanisms are rendered ineffective.
  3. The School responds immediately upon receipt of notice of alleged copyright infringement pursuant to the provision of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.  Such responses may include honoring any legitimate take-down request received for content hosted in any way by the School.
  4. Alternatives to the use of copyrighted music are provided to students for projects, etc. through a library of non-licensed music which is submitted by authors who grant specific permission for their work to be used as part of student projects.
  5. Despite the technology employed to prevent improper use of School networks, students found guilty of illegal downloading are immediately denied access to the school’s networks, are subject to dismissal from the program, and are further subject to fines and penalties under law.

All eligible individuals who wish to use the computing resources are required to read and accept this agreement and are expected to follow the guidelines for acceptable computer use described below.

Acceptable Uses

The use of the computer facilities is granted to the undersigned only. The undersigned shall not allow another person to use his or her username and password. The School’s computing resources are provided for academic purposes, including education and research.

Prohibited Uses

It is prohibited to use computing resources to:

  • infringe on another’s right to privacy or that otherwise negatively affects other users.
  • violate usage restrictions imposed by the School’s software, hardware, or other technology licenses;
  • violate School policies or local, state, or federal statutes.

Prohibited uses include (but are not limited to):

  • intentional creation or distribution of viruses, worms or other malware;
  • abuse of printing privileges, such as printing under a false username or in unreasonable volumes;
  • sending obscene, abusive, harassing, or threatening messages;
  • unauthorized access to someone else’s account, use of someone else’s username and password, or unauthorized access of remote computers via the School’s network;
  • unauthorized reading, copying, deleting, or modification of someone else’s electronic materials including class projects and email;
  • intentionally damaging hardware, network equipment, security devices or other technology resources
  • unauthorized use, duplication, or sharing, of copyrighted materials, such as music, images, text, multimedia, commercial software, etc.

Confidential Data

The School’s administration, staff, student employees, and students have varying levels of access to electronic information that may be sensitive and confidential and considers the protection of this information from unauthorized use to be extremely important.  A students failure to follow these guidelines may result in both disciplinary and legal action.

By law, some student-related data may not be released without proper authorization. You must adhere to all applicable federal and state laws concerning storage, retention, use, release, and destruction of data.

Confidential data shall be used only as required in the performance of School duties. You may not inspect, copy, alter, delete, share, grant access to, or in any other manner use such information except as required in the performance of your job duties.  You are responsible for the security, privacy, and control of data in your care, access privileges entrusted to you, and your username/password. If you have reason to believe that your username/password is known by or has been used by another person, you should immediately notify the Corporate IT Director.  You must take every reasonable precaution to prevent unauthorized access to confidential data. Such data shall not be presented or shared inside or outside the School without prior approval from the appropriate supervisor or senior officer. Confidential data should never be left on any computer to which access is not controlled.

When using the School’s electronic information systems, you should exercise care to protect data from unauthorized use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. You must understand the definition of confidential information in the context of your job responsibilities and take steps to ensure that your co- workers, staff, and student employees understand existing statutes and policies (such as FERPA, HIPAA, Donor Bill of Rights, Digital Millennium Copyright Act, etc., and School departmental guidelines that may supplement this agreement).

Illegal Copying of Software and Other Copyrighted Materials

Respect for intellectual labor and creativity is vital to the educational process. This principle applies to works of authors, artists, and publishers in all media including text, music, images, and software.  Because electronic information can be easily accessed and reproduced, respect for the work and personal expression of others is especially critical.

Copyright infringement and unauthorized access to digital materials may be grounds for legal action. Use of illegally copied software or other materials undermines the School’s ability to negotiate favorable software agreements and may result in legal action against the user as well as the School.  OMS prohibits the illegal use of copyrighted materials. Under the terms of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), the School is committed to respond to lawful requests for information. OMS will not protect or defend a user against criminal investigations or lawsuits resulting from intentional copyright infringement.

Stolen computers

Under certain circumstances, administration and staff may be charged a fee in the event that School-provided computing equipment in their care is lost, stolen, or damaged beyond repair.

Storage and Transmission of Electronic Materials

The School respects individuals’ right to privacy and takes steps to prevent unauthorized access to electronic materials stored or transmitted via the School’s computers and network equipment. However, OMS reserves the right to examine such materials at its sole discretion in certain cases, for example, when it believes that there is a potential violation of a law or of School agreement.  Users are reminded that the storage and transmission of electronic materials, including email, can be disrupted by hardware and software failure as well as by hacking or other unauthorized access.

Failure to Comply

The School will suspend or revoke the computing privileges of anyone who violates this agreement. This agreement is reviewed on an annual basis by the School and is subject to change without notice.

Ongoing use of the School’s computing resources implies your acceptance of the most current version of this agreement. Users who decline to accept the current version will be prohibited from using computing facilities and services.

By accepting this agreement, the user acknowledges that he or she has read, understands, and agrees to comply with its provisions and other policies governing the use of OMS computing and networking resources. This agreement covers all computing equipment and networks owned by the School as well as use of the network by computers owned by individual staff members or students.

Acceptance Declaration

I have read and understood the provisions and restrictions described above and other policies governing the use of OMS computing resources referenced in this agreement. I understand that the agreement covers all computing resources owned by the School as well as use of the School’s network by devices not owned by the School or remotely accessing servers maintained by the School for student purposes.

I further understand that use of OMS’s computing resources is a privilege, not a right, and that if the terms of this agreement are violated the School may issue a warning, deny access to computing resources, refer for prosecution, or administer other penalties, depending upon the nature of the infraction.

Printed Name:
Signature:
Date:

FINANCIAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY

OMS is committed to helping students from all financial backgrounds achieve their educational goals.  Approximately 95 percent of OMS students receive some form of financial aid from a variety of sources.

OMS complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and does not engage in prohibited discrimination on the basis of race, color, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age or disability in employment or the provision of services

The Financial Aid Office at OMS adopts the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrator Statement of Ethical Principles for institutional financial aid professionals.

Ohio Media School – Columbus – Title IV School Code: E01629

Contact the individual campus Financial Aid Administrator for information:

Ohio Media School, Columbus Campus-Financial Aid Department: (614) 655-5250

Student Financial Aid Information

Contact information for Financial Aid Advisor is listed above.  The following is the process for applying for Financial Aid:

Students are encouraged to learn about financial aid options as soon as they start investigating a post-secondary education, including the broadcasting program at OMS.  We urge students to research possible outside sources of financial aid; attend college fairs and financial aid information sessions in your community; ask questions and learn all you can about the financial aid process.

Below are the steps that you should follow to complete the application process for financial aid at Ohio Media School.  A financial aid award letter will be presented to the student once a student is accepted into the program and has met with a Financial Aid Advisor.

  1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible.   Your local Financial Aid Administrator can advise you which FAFSA will be required.  In some cases because of available federal funding, a student will be required to submit a FAFSA for two different years (e.g. 2011/2012, and then later in the program 2012/2013).   You will need a Personal Information Number (PIN) to complete the FAFSA and sign it electronically.   Information can be found atwww.pin.ed.gov. Ohio Media School  –  Columbus    School code: E01629
  2. Review and Sign your Award Letter.  You may accept or reject any portion of the financial aid offer by checking (A) for “Accept” or (D) for “Decline.”  You may choose to reduce the amount of loan you wish to borrow by writing in a new, lower amount and signing your initials by the new dollar amount.  Students are encouraged not to borrow any more funds than absolutely necessary.  Students ordinarily sign their award letter when meeting with their Financial Aid Administrator.  You should keep a copy of your award letter in your personal files.
  3. Complete a Direct Master Promissory Note.  If this is the first time you are requesting a Direct Loan while at OMS, you will need to complete a Master Promissory Note.  Please complete this athttps://studentloans.gov.    You will need your federal PIN for this as well.
  4. Complete Direct Loan Entrance Counseling.   Before a Direct loan can be applied to your student account, federal regulations require that you complete entrance counseling.  Entrance Counseling provides information about how to manage your student loans both during and after college.   Please complete this athttps://studentloans.gov.   This also requires your PIN.

Notice of Federal Student Financial Aid Penalties for Drug Law Violations

Students that are convicted for any offense, during a period of enrollment for which the student was receiving Title IV, HEA program funds, under any federal or state law involving the possession of sale of illegal drugs will result in the loss of eligibility for any Title IV, HEA grant, loan, or work-study study assistance (HEA Sec.484(r)(1)); (20 U.S.C. 1091(r)(1))
General Institutional Information

Privacy of Student Records

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act is also known as the Buckley Amendment. It is a federal law that protects the privacy of student educational records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Under FERPA, students have the right to:

  1. Inspect and review their educational records,
  2. Request an amendment of their educational records to ensure that the records are not inaccurate,
  3. Consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information contained in their educational records,
  4. File with the U.S. Department of Education a complaint regarding an alleged violation under the FERPA act or its implementing regulations, The department’s address is Family Policy Compliance Office; U.S. Department of Education; 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.; Washington, DC 20202-4605.
  5. Obtain a copy of the School’s student records policy (see below)
  6. For additional information on FERPA, visit the U.S. Department of Education website

The programs listed below are offered at our Columbus Campus and include estimated cost of attendance budgets for the current academic year.

Columbus (Radio & Television Broadcasting & Digital Media Production)

Tuition & Fees
$18,095
Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment $150
Transportation $898
Personal/ Miscellaneous $586
Living Expenses $1047
Total $20,776

Emphasis Programs

Tuition  & Fees $12,375
Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment $150
Transportation $898
Personal/ Miscellaneous $586
Living Expenses $1047
Total $15,056

OHIO Campuses   (Cleveland/Columbus/Cincinnati)

All students who withdraw from OMS are subject to a state tuition refund policy established by the state in which their campus is located.  The appropriate state laws are identified below.   All students who receive any Title IV funds (Direct  loans, Pell Grant, SEOG grant) are also subject to a federal calculation of the aid to which they are entitled.  To summarize the difference between these two calculations: the state calculation informs the school of the maximum amount of tuition a student can be charged, based on the period of time the student was enrolled in the term during which they dropped; the federal calculation (referred to as R2T4 – the Return of Title IV funds) determines what portion of Title IV funds the student earned and is entitled to keep, and what portion needs to be returned to the government (U.S. Department of Education).   Students are advised that it is possible that their bill for the term during which they drop might be paid in full at the time they drop, and yet after the required state and federal calculations (and subsequent credits and/or return of funds) they may have an outstanding balance due and payable to OMS.

A. A student may cancel his/her enrollment at any time before the commencement of classes.

  1. All monies paid the student will be refunded if cancelled within six (6) business days after signing the enrollment contract and making initial payment, and before starting School.
  2. A student requesting cancellation after six (6) business days, but before starting classes, shall be entitled to a refund of all monies paid to the School, minus the $125.00 registration fee.
  3. Students who have not visited the School facility prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to withdraw without penalty within three (3) days following either attendance at a regularly scheduled orientation or following a tour of the School facilities and inspection of equipment.
  4. Tuition and fees are charged by the term. A Student is not responsible for tuition beyond the term he/she is currently attending. The School will calculate any refund of unearned tuition and fees according to the following:

(1) The following State of Ohio refund policy will apply for a student who withdraws.

a. A student who starts classes and withdraws during the first calendar week of the academic term shall be obligated for twenty-five percent (25%) of tuition and refundable fees for that period plus the registration fee.

b. A student who withdraws during the second full calendar week of the academic term shall be obligated for fifty percent (50%) of the tuition and refundable fees for that period plus the registration fee.

c. A student who withdraws during the third full calendar week of the academic term shall be obligated for seventy-five percent (75%) of the tuition and refundable fees for that period plus the registration fee.

d. A student who withdraws beginning with the fourth full calendar week of the academic term will not be entitled to a refund of any portion of the tuition and fees.

(2) Students receiving financial assistance under the Federal Title IV programs (PELL, Direct Student Loans) are subject to Federal regulations that determine the amount of Title IV funds they are eligible to retain subsequent to withdrawal. Only Federal Financial Aid recipients withdrawing within the first 60% of the term are subject to these regulations.

The Return of Title IV Aid regulations require that the School calculate the amount of Federal Aid that the Student has earned up to the time of withdrawal. Students earn aid in proportion to the amount of the term that they complete. For example, if a Student completes 14.5% of the term (calculated by dividing the number of days up to the last date of attendance by the number of days in the term), then the Student earns 14.5% of his/her Federal Title IV aid that could have been disbursed. After calculating the amount of aid earned, the School must then determine if any unearned aid must be returned to the Federal Government, or if the Student is eligible for any additional Federal Aid. Further explanation, including examples illustrating the application of the School’s tuition and fees adjustment policy and the Return of Title IV Aid regulations, can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.

ALL NON-TITLE IV REFUNDS WILL BE MADE WITHIN 30 CALENDAR DAYS OF THE DATE IT IS DETERMINED THAT THE STUDENT HAS WITHDRAWN, WHICH SHALL NOT EXCEED 14 CALENDAR DAYS FROM THE LAST DATE OF ATTENDANCE. TITLE IV REFUNDS WILL BE MADE WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS OF THE DATE IT IS DETERMINED THAT THE STUDENT HAS WITHDRAWN, WHICH SHALL NOT EXCEED 14 CALENDAR DAYS FROM THE LAST DATE OF ATTENDANCE.

State Grant Assistance

Students at Ohio Media School may not be currently eligible for need-based State grant assistance from the states of Ohio, Illinois, or Colorado.

STUDENT LOAN INFORMATION PUBLISHED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

FEDERAL PELL GRANT

This program is designed to provide a floor upon which other financial aid programs are built.  Recipients cannot already have a baccalaureate degree and must be enrolled in an undergraduate program.  

FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT (FSEOG)

The FSEOG is a federal grant designed for students with high need, as is awarded only to students who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant.  The FSEOG is campus based aid and federal government allots the aid to the school who will then award eligible recipients.

Ohio Media School does not participate in the other campus-based aid programs, Federal Work-Study and Federal Perkins Loans.

FEDERAL DIRECT LOAN PROGRAM

If you apply for financial aid, you may be offered loans as part of your school’s financial aid offer. A loan is money you borrow and must pay back with interest.

If you decide to take out a loan, make sure you understand who is making the loan and the terms and conditions of the loan. Student loans can come from the federal government, from private sources such as a bank or financial institution, or from other organizations. Loans made by the federal government, called federal student loans, usually have more benefits than loans from banks or other private sources. Learn more about the differences between federal and private student loans.

NATIONAL STUDENT LOAN DATA SYSTEM

FEDERAL STUDENT LOANS

For information about a complete listing of Federal Student Loans (National Student Loan Data System – NSLDS) click on https://nsldsfap.ed.gov/nslds_FAP/.  You will need your federal PIN to access this information.   You will also use this site to complete your required Exit Counseling for your Direct Loans.

  • Direct Unsubsidized Loans are loans made to eligible undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, but eligibility is not based on financial need.
  • Direct PLUS Loans are loans made to graduate or professional students and parents of dependent undergraduate students to help pay for education expenses not covered by other financial aid. Eligibility is not based on financial need, but a credit check is required. Borrowers who have an adverse credit history must meet additional requirements to qualify.  Parents can inquire about applying for the Direct Plus loan at the school or online by visiting PLUS Loan Application | Federal Student Aid.

LOAN ENTRANCE COUNSELING

Entrance counseling ensures you understand the terms and conditions of your loan and your rights and responsibilities.  You will learn what a loan is, how the interest works, your options for repayment and how to avoid delinquency and default.

Click here to complete Loan Entrance Counseling: Entrance Counseling | Federal Student Aid

LOAN EXIT COUNSELING

You must complete exit counseling when you leave school or drop below half-time enrollment.  The purpose of exit counseling is to ensure you understand your student loan obligations and are prepared for repayment.

Click here to complete Loan Exit Counseling: Exit Counseling | Federal Student Aid

THE GRACE PERIOD

For most federal student loan types, after you graduate, leave school, or drop below half-time enrollment, you have a six-month grace period (sometimes nine months for Perkins Loans) before you must begin making payments. This grace period gives you time to get financially settled and to select your repayment plan. Not all federal student loans have a grace period. Note that for most loans, interest accrues during your grace period. The interest that accrues during your grace period will be added to the outstanding balance of your loan, but it will not be capitalized. This means that the unpaid interest might increase your monthly payment amount under a fixed payment repayment plan or increase the time to repay your loan in full under an IDR plan. You can always pay the unpaid accrued interest before entering repayment.

PRIVATE EDUCATION LOAN DISCLOSURE, PREFERRED LENDER LISTS AND ARRANGEMENTS  

Some families turn to private (sometimes called alternative loans) when Federal loans do not provide adequate financial resources to cover the student’s educational expenses.  Alternative loans may also provide more flexible repayment arrangements, such as when a parent may be willing to cosign a loan for a student but expects the student to bear primary responsibility for repaying the loan.   There are alternative loans that allow a cosigner to be removed from a loan after a specified number of consecutive, on-time payments.

Eligibility for private loans depends on a student’s credit score.  The financial challenges faced throughout our nation in recent years has made it increasingly difficult for students to obtain private educational loans.  This is especially the case for younger students who have not established a substantial credit history.  To learn more about your private loan options please contact your financial aid advisor.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program


The possession, use or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs will not be tolerated on the School’s premises and/or during business hours and is grounds for immediate termination of employees and suspension or dismissal of students.

OMS policy prohibits the unlawful manufacture, possession, use, sale, transfer, or purchase of a controlled substance or another dangerous drug such as a controlled substance analogue (designer drug) on or off the campus. It is also a violation of School policy for anyone to possess, use, or be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage on the campus or at a School-related activity off campus. Anyone violating these policies is subject to disciplinary action ranging from warning to expulsion.
The School makes every effort to attain full compliance with federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; to discourage the use of alcohol; to promote sobriety; and to offer confidential assistance to employees and students who seek help for substance-abuse problems. For students who seek help for substance-abuse problems, maximum confidentiality is observed.

HEALTH RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH DRUG OR ALCOHOL USE

Drugs 


Narcotics such as opium, morphine, and heroin can cause euphoria, drowsiness, respiratory depression, constricted pupils, and nausea. The symptoms of an overdose of narcotics are slow and shallow breathing, clammy skin, convulsions, coma, and possible death. Persons experiencing withdrawal from addiction to narcotics can experience watery eyes, runny nose, yawning, loss of appetite, irritability, tremors, panic, cramps, nausea, chills, and sweating.
Depressants such as barbiturates and quaaludes can cause slurred speech, disorientation, and drunken behavior. An overdose of a depressant results in shallow respiration, clammy skin, dilated pupils, weak and rapid pulse, coma, and possible death. Withdrawal symptoms include anxiety, insomnia, tremors, delirium, convulsions, and possible death.
Stimulants such as cocaine and crack can cause increased alertness or euphoria, an increased pulse rate and blood pressure, insomnia, and loss of appetite. An overdose of stimulants results in agitation, an increase in body temperature, hallucinations, convulsions, and possible death. Withdrawal symptoms include apathy, long periods of sleep, irritability, depression, and/or disorientation.

Hallucinogens such as LSD and amphetamines cause illusions and hallucinations and poor perception of time and distance. The effects of an overdose include psychosis and possible death.

Marijuana and hashish can cause euphoria, increased appetite, relaxed inhibitions, and disoriented behavior. The effects of an overdose include fatigue, paranoia, and possible psychosis. Withdrawal symptoms include insomnia, hyperactivity, and decreased appetite.

Alcohol


Alcohol consumption causes a number of marked changes in behavior. Even low doses significantly impair the judgment and coordination required to drive a car safely, increasing the likelihood that the driver will be involved in an accident. Low to moderate doses of alcohol also increase the incidence of a variety of aggressive acts, including spouse and child abuse. Moderate to high doses of alcohol cause marked impairments in higher mental functions, severely altering a person’s ability to learn and remember information. Very high doses cause respiratory depression and death. If combined with other depressants of the central nervous system, much lower doses of alcohol will produce the effects just described.
Repeated use of alcohol can lead to dependence. Sudden cessation of alcohol intake is likely to produce withdrawal symptoms, including severe anxiety, tremors, hallucinations, and convulsions. Alcohol withdrawal can be life threatening. Long-term consumption of large quantities of alcohol, particularly when combined with poor nutrition, can also lead to permanent damage to vital organs such as the brain and the liver.

Mothers who drink alcohol during pregnancy may give birth to infants with fetal alcohol syndrome. These infants have irreversible physical abnormalities and mental retardation. In addition, research indicates that children of alcoholic parents are at greater risk than other youngsters of becoming alcoholics.

COUNSELING AND TREATMENT RESOURCES

Counseling and treatment resources are provided to students and staff through the Campus Director’s Office and through Student Services.  The following services are made available depending the particular need:  Assessment, Referral, Therapy and Support groups.  Those needing help are put in contact with the appropriate outside institution for counseling and treatment.

SCHOOL SANCTIONS

A student or employee found guilty of noncompliance with the Ohio Centers For Broadcasting policy on alcohol and other drugs is subject to sanctions commensurate with the offenses and any aggravating and mitigating circumstances.

A. Students
Sanctions that may be imposed against a student are found in the Student Disciplinary Policy detailed in this handbook. They include

1. Warning Oral warning to the student that he or she is engaging in misconduct by violating school rules or policies.
2. Reprimand
Written warning (included in students academic file) that continuation or repetition of misconduct may result in a more severe sanction
3. Suspension
Termination of student status at the School for a specified period of time.
4. Expulsion
Termination of student status at the school permanently or for an indefinite period of time.

B. Employees

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance or other mind-altering substance is prohibited at OMS.. A school employee who violates this prohibition is subject to discipline as set forth in the employment agreement and employee handbook.

VACCINATION POLICIES

As a non-residential broadcasting trade school, the School does not maintain a policy requiring student vaccinations.

Annual Clery Act Campus Safety and Security Report (Including emergency response and evacuation procedures, timely warnings, and crime report)  Download the Report

Retention Rate

Columbus: 68% as reported on the “Fall Enrollment 2020-2021″ IPEDS Survey Summary.

Placement Rate Methodology

Federal regulation 34 CFR § 668.41(d) (5) (iii) requires that if a school calculates employment rates for any purpose, these rates must be disclosed to prospective students and enrolled students. ACCSC Standards of Accreditation, Section IV (C), Substantive Standards, require a school to disclose minimally, the graduation and graduate employment rates by program as last reported to the Commission. The disclosure of each program’s graduation and the graduate employment rate is accurate, not intended to mislead, and includes the program population base and time frame upon which each rate is based.

Our institution calculates and reports graduation and employment rates to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) annually. The following information is taken from the 2021 ACCSC Annual Report, submitted in October 2022. Ohio Media School Columbus GE Disclosures 2024

Radio & Television Broadcasting (04/2019 to 03/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population: 247
  • Graduation Rate: 65%
  • Employment Rate: 81%

Audio Production (07/2019 to 06/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population: 12
  • Graduation Rate: 92%
  • Employment Rate: 91%

Film & Production (07/2019 to 06/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population: 5
  • Graduation Rate: 100%
  • Employment Rate: 100%

Sports Broadcasting (07/2019 to 06/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population:13
  • Graduation Rate: 100%
  • Employment Rate: 100%

Media Sales and Marketing (07/2019 to 06/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population: 1
  • Graduation Rate: 100
  • Employment Rate: 100

Graduation rates are calculated by taking the number of starts minus withdrawals divided by total starts (excluding students unavailable for graduation due to death, military duty, incarceration or medical reason).

Employment rates are calculated by taking the number of graduates employed in the field of study divided by the total number of graduates (excluding graduates unavailable for employment due to further education, death, military duty, incarceration or medical reason).

“No person in the U.S. shall, on the basis of sex be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and 34 C.F.R. Part 106 (Title IX).

The School does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, regardless of an individual’s real or perceived sex, gender identity, and/or gender expression. Female, male, and gender non-conforming students, faculty, and staff are protected from any sex-based discrimination, harassment or violence.

The School’s Title IX Coordinators manage the policies and procedures related to Title IX, ensure compliance with respect to Title IX, and investigate and respond to complaints of sex-based discrimination and/or crimes.

NATIONAL TITLE IX COORDINATOR

Corporate Campus Director

Janet Garcia

7955 NW 12th Street Suite 119, Doral, FL 33126

Email: [email protected]

(305) 728-1120

For the local campuses, complaints or concerns relating to sexual harassment or discrimination should be submitted to the National Title IX Coordinator, who provides information and assistance to students. The National Title IX Coordinator effectively collaborates with and informs the Local Title IX Coordinators immediately of the report relating to Title IX compliance. This process ensures a prompt and appropriate response to the concern.

Title IX Training Materials:

M&S Media Inc. Title IX Training Slideshow

CONSUMER INFORMATION ON COLLEGE NAVIGATOR WEBSITE 

Ohio Media School – Columbus


FACILITIES & SERVICES AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

The School’s facilities are handicapped accessible per the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements.  Classrooms, labs, offices and restrooms are all accessible.  For facilities without elevators, ground floor facilities are provided for all school activities.  Due to the nature of the broadcasting medium, students with severe hearing disabilities are counseled to consider another program of study.  Students with low or no vision are accommodated through a variety of software based access programs as well as daily assistance from Instructor Assistants and Graduate Assistants.

 


STUDENT BODY DIVERSITY

Ohio Media School maintains a diverse student body. The gender and national origin statistics as reported on the “Fall Enrollment 2020-2021″ IPED Survey Summary are as follows:

Columbus:

Male: 66%

Female: 33%

African American: 79%

Asian: 0%

Caucasian: 14%

Latino/Hispanic: 1%

Other: 4%

 


ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Textbook Information

All reading materials needed for the Program are provided by the School, with the cost included in Tuition and Fees (see price of attendance below).

 

Academic Program

(Educational Programs, Instructional Facilities, and Faculty). Please refer to the School [Catalog] – hot links below.

Catalog – Cleveland

Transfer of Credit Policies and Articulation Agreements

For information regarding transfer credits and articulation agreements, see the “Credit for Previous Training” section of our Student Catalog.

Institutional and Program Accreditation, Approval, or Licensure

Ohio Media School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).  The School is also approved by the State of Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools and is approved for Training of Veterans

 

Student Achievement Rates

Based upon the school’s 2021 report to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 74% of students within the reported cohort graduated: 72 out of 97 students graduated who were available for graduation. 73% of graduates available for employment gained employment in their field of study: 52 out of 71 graduates available for employment found in-field employment.

 


COPYWRITE INFRINGEMENT POLICIES & SANCTIONS 

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), the School maintains policies designed to reduce the illegal uploading and downloading of copyrighted material through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing.  Recognizing that the School maintains no residential facilities for students or staff, its policy focuses on the use of school owned computers and the use of its wireless networks by students while on campus, as well as making students aware of the proper use of copyrighted materials.

The School takes the following steps:

  1.  Students are informed during orientation that copyright infringement is a violation of school policy which renders the student subject to dismissal from the program.  In addition, the course syllabus includes a module focusing on the permissible use of copyrighted materials, including an overview of the fair use exceptions to copyright laws, and the penalties that may be imposed for violation.
  2. The School employs site blocking and other technologies on its computers designed to prohibit access to websites commonly used for illegal file sharing.  For students who use their own computers connected through the School’s networks, bandwidth monitoring software is employed to reduce efficiency to the point that peer-to-peer and other transfer mechanisms are rendered ineffective.
  3. The School responds immediately upon receipt of notice of alleged copyright infringement pursuant to the provision of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.  Such responses may include honoring any legitimate take-down request received for content hosted in any way by the School.
  4. Alternatives to the use of copyrighted music are provided to students for projects, etc. through a library of non-licensed music which is submitted by authors who grant specific permission for their work to be used as part of student projects.
  5. Despite the technology employed to prevent improper use of School networks, students found guilty of illegal downloading are immediately denied access to the school’s networks, are subject to dismissal from the program, and are further subject to fines and penalties under law.

 


COMPUTER & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS USER AGREEMENT 

All eligible individuals who wish to use the computing resources are required to read and accept this agreement and are expected to follow the guidelines for acceptable computer use described below.

Acceptable Uses

The use of the computer facilities is granted to the undersigned only. The undersigned shall not allow another person to use his or her username and password. The School’s computing resources are provided for academic purposes, including education and research.

Prohibited Uses

It is prohibited to use computing resources to:

  • infringe on another’s right to privacy or that otherwise negatively affects other users.
  • violate usage restrictions imposed by the School’s software, hardware, or other technology licenses;
  • violate School policies or local, state, or federal statutes.

Prohibited uses include (but are not limited to):

  • intentional creation or distribution of viruses, worms or other malware;
  • abuse of printing privileges, such as printing under a false username or in unreasonable volumes;
  • sending obscene, abusive, harassing, or threatening messages;
  • unauthorized access to someone else’s account, use of someone else’s username and password, or unauthorized access of remote computers via the School’s network;
  • unauthorized reading, copying, deleting, or modification of someone else’s electronic materials including class projects and email;
  • intentionally damaging hardware, network equipment, security devices or other technology resources
  • unauthorized use, duplication, or sharing, of copyrighted materials, such as music, images, text, multimedia, commercial software, etc.

 

Confidential Data

The School’s administration, staff, student employees, and students have varying levels of access to electronic information that may be sensitive and confidential and considers the protection of this information from unauthorized use to be extremely important.  A students failure to follow these guidelines may result in both disciplinary and legal action.

By law, some student-related data may not be released without proper authorization. You must adhere to all applicable federal and state laws concerning storage, retention, use, release, and destruction of data.

Confidential data shall be used only as required in the performance of School duties. You may not inspect, copy, alter, delete, share, grant access to, or in any other manner use such information except as required in the performance of your job duties.  You are responsible for the security, privacy, and control of data in your care, access privileges entrusted to you, and your username/password. If you have reason to believe that your username/password is known by or has been used by another person, you should immediately notify the Corporate IT Director.  You must take every reasonable precaution to prevent unauthorized access to confidential data. Such data shall not be presented or shared inside or outside the School without prior approval from the appropriate supervisor or senior officer. Confidential data should never be left on any computer to which access is not controlled.

When using the School’s electronic information systems, you should exercise care to protect data from unauthorized use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. You must understand the definition of confidential information in the context of your job responsibilities and take steps to ensure that your co- workers, staff, and student employees understand existing statutes and policies (such as FERPA, HIPAA, Donor Bill of Rights, Digital Millennium Copyright Act, etc., and School departmental guidelines that may supplement this agreement).

 

Illegal Copying of Software and Other Copyrighted Materials

Respect for intellectual labor and creativity is vital to the educational process. This principle applies to works of authors, artists, and publishers in all media including text, music, images, and software.  Because electronic information can be easily accessed and reproduced, respect for the work and personal expression of others is especially critical.

Copyright infringement and unauthorized access to digital materials may be grounds for legal action. Use of illegally copied software or other materials undermines the School’s ability to negotiate favorable software agreements and may result in legal action against the user as well as the School.  OMS prohibits the illegal use of copyrighted materials. Under the terms of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), the School is committed to respond to lawful requests for information. OMS will not protect or defend a user against criminal investigations or lawsuits resulting from intentional copyright infringement.

 

Stolen computers

Under certain circumstances, administration and staff may be charged a fee in the event that School-provided computing equipment in their care is lost, stolen, or damaged beyond repair.

Storage and Transmission of Electronic Materials

The School respects individuals’ right to privacy and takes steps to prevent unauthorized access to electronic materials stored or transmitted via the School’s computers and network equipment. However, OMS reserves the right to examine such materials at its sole discretion in certain cases, for example, when it believes that there is a potential violation of a law or of School agreement.  Users are reminded that the storage and transmission of electronic materials, including email, can be disrupted by hardware and software failure as well as by hacking or other unauthorized access.

Failure to Comply

The School will suspend or revoke the computing privileges of anyone who violates this agreement. This agreement is reviewed on an annual basis by the School and is subject to change without notice.

Ongoing use of the School’s computing resources implies your acceptance of the most current version of this agreement. Users who decline to accept the current version will be prohibited from using computing facilities and services.

By accepting this agreement, the user acknowledges that he or she has read, understands, and agrees to comply with its provisions and other policies governing the use of OMS computing and networking resources. This agreement covers all computing equipment and networks owned by the School as well as use of the network by computers owned by individual staff members or students.

 

Acceptance Declaration

I have read and understood the provisions and restrictions described above and other policies governing the use of OMS computing resources referenced in this agreement. I understand that the agreement covers all computing resources owned by the School as well as use of the School’s network by devices not owned by the School or remotely accessing servers maintained by the School for student purposes.

I further understand that use of OMS’s computing resources is a privilege, not a right, and that if the terms of this agreement are violated the School may issue a warning, deny access to computing resources, refer for prosecution, or administer other penalties, depending upon the nature of the infraction.

Printed Name:
Signature:
Date:

 


VOTER REGISTRATION FORMS

Columbus   Voter Registration Forms 

 


STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND COSTS

FINANCIAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY

OMS is committed to helping students from all financial backgrounds achieve their educational goals.  Approximately 95 percent of OMS students receive some form of financial aid from a variety of sources.

OMS complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and does not engage in prohibited discrimination on the basis of race, color, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age or disability in employment or the provision of services

The Financial Aid Office at OMS adopts the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrator Statement of Ethical Principles for institutional financial aid professionals.

Ohio Media School – Columbus – Title IV School Code: E01629

Contact the individual campus Financial Aid Administrator for information:

Ohio Media School, Columbus Campus-Financial Aid Department: (614) 655-5250


Student Financial Aid Information

Contact information for Financial Aid Advisor is listed above.  The following is the process for applying for Financial Aid:

Students are encouraged to learn about financial aid options as soon as they start investigating a post-secondary education, including the broadcasting program at OMS.  We urge students to research possible outside sources of financial aid; attend college fairs and financial aid information sessions in your community; ask questions and learn all you can about the financial aid process.

Below are the steps that you should follow to complete the application process for financial aid at Ohio Media School.  A financial aid award letter will be presented to the student once a student is accepted into the program and has met with a Financial Aid Advisor.

  1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible.   Your local Financial Aid Administrator can advise you which FAFSA will be required.  In some cases because of available federal funding, a student will be required to submit a FAFSA for two different years (e.g. 2011/2012, and then later in the program 2012/2013).   You will need a Personal Information Number (PIN) to complete the FAFSA and sign it electronically.   Information can be found atwww.pin.ed.gov. Ohio Media School  –  Columbus    School code: E01629
  2. Review and Sign your Award Letter.  You may accept or reject any portion of the financial aid offer by checking (A) for “Accept” or (D) for “Decline.”  You may choose to reduce the amount of loan you wish to borrow by writing in a new, lower amount and signing your initials by the new dollar amount.  Students are encouraged not to borrow any more funds than absolutely necessary.  Students ordinarily sign their award letter when meeting with their Financial Aid Administrator.  You should keep a copy of your award letter in your personal files.
  3. Complete a Direct Master Promissory Note.  If this is the first time you are requesting a Direct Loan while at OMS, you will need to complete a Master Promissory Note.  Please complete this athttps://studentloans.gov.    You will need your federal PIN for this as well.
  4. Complete Direct Loan Entrance Counseling.   Before a Direct loan can be applied to your student account, federal regulations require that you complete entrance counseling.  Entrance Counseling provides information about how to manage your student loans both during and after college.   Please complete this athttps://studentloans.gov.   This also requires your PIN.

Notice of Federal Student Financial Aid Penalties for Drug Law Violations

Students that are convicted for any offense, during a period of enrollment for which the student was receiving Title IV, HEA program funds, under any federal or state law involving the possession of sale of illegal drugs will result in the loss of eligibility for any Title IV, HEA grant, loan, or work-study study assistance (HEA Sec.484(r)(1)); (20 U.S.C. 1091(r)(1))
General Institutional Information

 


Privacy of Student Records

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act is also known as the Buckley Amendment. It is a federal law that protects the privacy of student educational records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Under FERPA, students have the right to:

  1. Inspect and review their educational records,
  2. Request an amendment of their educational records to ensure that the records are not inaccurate,
  3. Consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information contained in their educational records,
  4. File with the U.S. Department of Education a complaint regarding an alleged violation under the FERPA act or its implementing regulations, The department’s address is Family Policy Compliance Office; U.S. Department of Education; 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.; Washington, DC 20202-4605.
  5. Obtain a copy of the School’s student records policy (see below)
  6. For additional information on FERPA, visit the U.S. Department of Education website

 


COST OF ATTENDANCE

The programs listed below are offered at our Columbus Campus and include estimated cost of attendance budgets for the current academic year.

Columbus (Radio & Television Broadcasting & Digital Media Production)

Tuition & Fees
$18,095
Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment $150
Transportation $898
Personal/ Miscellaneous $586
Living Expenses $1047
Total $20,776

Emphasis Programs

Tuition  & Fees $12,375
Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment $150
Transportation $898
Personal/ Miscellaneous $586
Living Expenses $1047
Total $15,056

NET PRICE CALCULATORS

For the Columbus Campus:

 


REFUND POLICY, REQUIREMENTS FOR WITHDRAWAL AND FOR THE RETURN OF TITLE IV, HEA FINANCIAL AID 

OHIO Campuses   (Cleveland/Columbus/Cincinnati)

All students who withdraw from OMS are subject to a state tuition refund policy established by the state in which their campus is located.  The appropriate state laws are identified below.   All students who receive any Title IV funds (Direct  loans, Pell Grant, SEOG grant) are also subject to a federal calculation of the aid to which they are entitled.  To summarize the difference between these two calculations: the state calculation informs the school of the maximum amount of tuition a student can be charged, based on the period of time the student was enrolled in the term during which they dropped; the federal calculation (referred to as R2T4 – the Return of Title IV funds) determines what portion of Title IV funds the student earned and is entitled to keep, and what portion needs to be returned to the government (U.S. Department of Education).   Students are advised that it is possible that their bill for the term during which they drop might be paid in full at the time they drop, and yet after the required state and federal calculations (and subsequent credits and/or return of funds) they may have an outstanding balance due and payable to OMS.

A. A student may cancel his/her enrollment at any time before the commencement of classes.

  1. All monies paid the student will be refunded if cancelled within six (6) business days after signing the enrollment contract and making initial payment, and before starting School.
  2. A student requesting cancellation after six (6) business days, but before starting classes, shall be entitled to a refund of all monies paid to the School, minus the $125.00 registration fee.
  3. Students who have not visited the School facility prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to withdraw without penalty within three (3) days following either attendance at a regularly scheduled orientation or following a tour of the School facilities and inspection of equipment.
  4. Tuition and fees are charged by the term. A Student is not responsible for tuition beyond the term he/she is currently attending. The School will calculate any refund of unearned tuition and fees according to the following:

(1) The following State of Ohio refund policy will apply for a student who withdraws.

a. A student who starts classes and withdraws during the first calendar week of the academic term shall be obligated for twenty-five percent (25%) of tuition and refundable fees for that period plus the registration fee.

b. A student who withdraws during the second full calendar week of the academic term shall be obligated for fifty percent (50%) of the tuition and refundable fees for that period plus the registration fee.

c. A student who withdraws during the third full calendar week of the academic term shall be obligated for seventy-five percent (75%) of the tuition and refundable fees for that period plus the registration fee.

d. A student who withdraws beginning with the fourth full calendar week of the academic term will not be entitled to a refund of any portion of the tuition and fees.

(2) Students receiving financial assistance under the Federal Title IV programs (PELL, Direct Student Loans) are subject to Federal regulations that determine the amount of Title IV funds they are eligible to retain subsequent to withdrawal. Only Federal Financial Aid recipients withdrawing within the first 60% of the term are subject to these regulations.

The Return of Title IV Aid regulations require that the School calculate the amount of Federal Aid that the Student has earned up to the time of withdrawal. Students earn aid in proportion to the amount of the term that they complete. For example, if a Student completes 14.5% of the term (calculated by dividing the number of days up to the last date of attendance by the number of days in the term), then the Student earns 14.5% of his/her Federal Title IV aid that could have been disbursed. After calculating the amount of aid earned, the School must then determine if any unearned aid must be returned to the Federal Government, or if the Student is eligible for any additional Federal Aid. Further explanation, including examples illustrating the application of the School’s tuition and fees adjustment policy and the Return of Title IV Aid regulations, can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.

ALL NON-TITLE IV REFUNDS WILL BE MADE WITHIN 30 CALENDAR DAYS OF THE DATE IT IS DETERMINED THAT THE STUDENT HAS WITHDRAWN, WHICH SHALL NOT EXCEED 14 CALENDAR DAYS FROM THE LAST DATE OF ATTENDANCE. TITLE IV REFUNDS WILL BE MADE WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS OF THE DATE IT IS DETERMINED THAT THE STUDENT HAS WITHDRAWN, WHICH SHALL NOT EXCEED 14 CALENDAR DAYS FROM THE LAST DATE OF ATTENDANCE.

State Grant Assistance

Students at Ohio Media School may not be currently eligible for need-based State grant assistance from the states of Ohio, Illinois, or Colorado.

STUDENT LOAN INFORMATION PUBLISHED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

FEDERAL PELL GRANT

This program is designed to provide a floor upon which other financial aid programs are built.  Recipients cannot already have a baccalaureate degree and must be enrolled in an undergraduate program.  

 

FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT (FSEOG)

The FSEOG is a federal grant designed for students with high need, as is awarded only to students who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant.  The FSEOG is campus based aid and federal government allots the aid to the school who will then award eligible recipients.

Ohio Media School does not participate in the other campus-based aid programs, Federal Work-Study and Federal Perkins Loans.

 

FEDERAL DIRECT LOAN PROGRAM

If you apply for financial aid, you may be offered loans as part of your school’s financial aid offer. A loan is money you borrow and must pay back with interest.

If you decide to take out a loan, make sure you understand who is making the loan and the terms and conditions of the loan. Student loans can come from the federal government, from private sources such as a bank or financial institution, or from other organizations. Loans made by the federal government, called federal student loans, usually have more benefits than loans from banks or other private sources. Learn more about the differences between federal and private student loans.

 

NATIONAL STUDENT LOAN DATA SYSTEM

FEDERAL STUDENT LOANS

For information about a complete listing of Federal Student Loans (National Student Loan Data System – NSLDS) click on https://nsldsfap.ed.gov/nslds_FAP/.  You will need your federal PIN to access this information.   You will also use this site to complete your required Exit Counseling for your Direct Loans.

 

  • Direct Unsubsidized Loans are loans made to eligible undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, but eligibility is not based on financial need.

 

  • Direct PLUS Loans are loans made to graduate or professional students and parents of dependent undergraduate students to help pay for education expenses not covered by other financial aid. Eligibility is not based on financial need, but a credit check is required. Borrowers who have an adverse credit history must meet additional requirements to qualify.  Parents can inquire about applying for the Direct Plus loan at the school or online by visiting PLUS Loan Application | Federal Student Aid.

 

 

LOAN ENTRANCE COUNSELING

Entrance counseling ensures you understand the terms and conditions of your loan and your rights and responsibilities.  You will learn what a loan is, how the interest works, your options for repayment and how to avoid delinquency and default.

Click here to complete Loan Entrance Counseling: Entrance Counseling | Federal Student Aid

 

LOAN EXIT COUNSELING

You must complete exit counseling when you leave school or drop below half-time enrollment.  The purpose of exit counseling is to ensure you understand your student loan obligations and are prepared for repayment.

Click here to complete Loan Exit Counseling: Exit Counseling | Federal Student Aid

 

THE GRACE PERIOD

For most federal student loan types, after you graduate, leave school, or drop below half-time enrollment, you have a six-month grace period (sometimes nine months for Perkins Loans) before you must begin making payments. This grace period gives you time to get financially settled and to select your repayment plan. Not all federal student loans have a grace period. Note that for most loans, interest accrues during your grace period. The interest that accrues during your grace period will be added to the outstanding balance of your loan, but it will not be capitalized. This means that the unpaid interest might increase your monthly payment amount under a fixed payment repayment plan or increase the time to repay your loan in full under an IDR plan. You can always pay the unpaid accrued interest before entering repayment.

 

PRIVATE EDUCATION LOAN DISCLOSURE, PREFERRED LENDER LISTS AND ARRANGEMENTS  

Some families turn to private (sometimes called alternative loans) when Federal loans do not provide adequate financial resources to cover the student’s educational expenses.  Alternative loans may also provide more flexible repayment arrangements, such as when a parent may be willing to cosign a loan for a student but expects the student to bear primary responsibility for repaying the loan.   There are alternative loans that allow a cosigner to be removed from a loan after a specified number of consecutive, on-time payments.

Eligibility for private loans depends on a student’s credit score.  The financial challenges faced throughout our nation in recent years has made it increasingly difficult for students to obtain private educational loans.  This is especially the case for younger students who have not established a substantial credit history.  To learn more about your private loan options please contact your financial aid advisor.


HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION & RESOURCES 

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program


The possession, use or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs will not be tolerated on the School’s premises and/or during business hours and is grounds for immediate termination of employees and suspension or dismissal of students.

OMS policy prohibits the unlawful manufacture, possession, use, sale, transfer, or purchase of a controlled substance or another dangerous drug such as a controlled substance analogue (designer drug) on or off the campus. It is also a violation of School policy for anyone to possess, use, or be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage on the campus or at a School-related activity off campus. Anyone violating these policies is subject to disciplinary action ranging from warning to expulsion.
The School makes every effort to attain full compliance with federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; to discourage the use of alcohol; to promote sobriety; and to offer confidential assistance to employees and students who seek help for substance-abuse problems. For students who seek help for substance-abuse problems, maximum confidentiality is observed.

HEALTH RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH DRUG OR ALCOHOL USE

Drugs 


Narcotics such as opium, morphine, and heroin can cause euphoria, drowsiness, respiratory depression, constricted pupils, and nausea. The symptoms of an overdose of narcotics are slow and shallow breathing, clammy skin, convulsions, coma, and possible death. Persons experiencing withdrawal from addiction to narcotics can experience watery eyes, runny nose, yawning, loss of appetite, irritability, tremors, panic, cramps, nausea, chills, and sweating.
Depressants such as barbiturates and quaaludes can cause slurred speech, disorientation, and drunken behavior. An overdose of a depressant results in shallow respiration, clammy skin, dilated pupils, weak and rapid pulse, coma, and possible death. Withdrawal symptoms include anxiety, insomnia, tremors, delirium, convulsions, and possible death.
Stimulants such as cocaine and crack can cause increased alertness or euphoria, an increased pulse rate and blood pressure, insomnia, and loss of appetite. An overdose of stimulants results in agitation, an increase in body temperature, hallucinations, convulsions, and possible death. Withdrawal symptoms include apathy, long periods of sleep, irritability, depression, and/or disorientation.

Hallucinogens such as LSD and amphetamines cause illusions and hallucinations and poor perception of time and distance. The effects of an overdose include psychosis and possible death.

Marijuana and hashish can cause euphoria, increased appetite, relaxed inhibitions, and disoriented behavior. The effects of an overdose include fatigue, paranoia, and possible psychosis. Withdrawal symptoms include insomnia, hyperactivity, and decreased appetite.

Alcohol


Alcohol consumption causes a number of marked changes in behavior. Even low doses significantly impair the judgment and coordination required to drive a car safely, increasing the likelihood that the driver will be involved in an accident. Low to moderate doses of alcohol also increase the incidence of a variety of aggressive acts, including spouse and child abuse. Moderate to high doses of alcohol cause marked impairments in higher mental functions, severely altering a person’s ability to learn and remember information. Very high doses cause respiratory depression and death. If combined with other depressants of the central nervous system, much lower doses of alcohol will produce the effects just described.
Repeated use of alcohol can lead to dependence. Sudden cessation of alcohol intake is likely to produce withdrawal symptoms, including severe anxiety, tremors, hallucinations, and convulsions. Alcohol withdrawal can be life threatening. Long-term consumption of large quantities of alcohol, particularly when combined with poor nutrition, can also lead to permanent damage to vital organs such as the brain and the liver.

Mothers who drink alcohol during pregnancy may give birth to infants with fetal alcohol syndrome. These infants have irreversible physical abnormalities and mental retardation. In addition, research indicates that children of alcoholic parents are at greater risk than other youngsters of becoming alcoholics.

COUNSELING AND TREATMENT RESOURCES

Counseling and treatment resources are provided to students and staff through the Campus Director’s Office and through Student Services.  The following services are made available depending the particular need:  Assessment, Referral, Therapy and Support groups.  Those needing help are put in contact with the appropriate outside institution for counseling and treatment.

SCHOOL SANCTIONS

A student or employee found guilty of noncompliance with the Ohio Centers For Broadcasting policy on alcohol and other drugs is subject to sanctions commensurate with the offenses and any aggravating and mitigating circumstances.

A. Students
Sanctions that may be imposed against a student are found in the Student Disciplinary Policy detailed in this handbook. They include

1. Warning Oral warning to the student that he or she is engaging in misconduct by violating school rules or policies.
2. Reprimand
Written warning (included in students academic file) that continuation or repetition of misconduct may result in a more severe sanction
3. Suspension
Termination of student status at the School for a specified period of time.
4. Expulsion
Termination of student status at the school permanently or for an indefinite period of time.

B. Employees

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance or other mind-altering substance is prohibited at OMS.. A school employee who violates this prohibition is subject to discipline as set forth in the employment agreement and employee handbook.

VACCINATION POLICIES

As a non-residential broadcasting trade school, the School does not maintain a policy requiring student vaccinations.


 

CAMPUS SAFETY & SECURITY REPORT

Annual Clery Act Campus Safety and Security Report (Including emergency response and evacuation procedures, timely warnings, and crime report)  Download the Report


Student Outcomes

Retention Rate

Columbus: 68% as reported on the “Fall Enrollment 2020-2021″ IPEDS Survey Summary.

Placement Rate Methodology

Federal regulation 34 CFR § 668.41(d) (5) (iii) requires that if a school calculates employment rates for any purpose, these rates must be disclosed to prospective students and enrolled students. ACCSC Standards of Accreditation, Section IV (C), Substantive Standards, require a school to disclose minimally, the graduation and graduate employment rates by program as last reported to the Commission. The disclosure of each program’s graduation and the graduate employment rate is accurate, not intended to mislead, and includes the program population base and time frame upon which each rate is based.

Our institution calculates and reports graduation and employment rates to the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) annually. The following information is taken from the 2021 ACCSC Annual Report, submitted in October 2022. Ohio Media School-Columbus G&E Disclosures 2022

Radio & Television Broadcasting (04/2019 to 03/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population: 247
  • Graduation Rate: 65%
  • Employment Rate: 81%

Audio Production (07/2019 to 06/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population: 12
  • Graduation Rate: 92%
  • Employment Rate: 91%

Film & Production (07/2019 to 06/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population: 5
  • Graduation Rate: 100%
  • Employment Rate: 100%

Sports Broadcasting (07/2019 to 06/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population:13
  • Graduation Rate: 100%
  • Employment Rate: 100%

Media Sales and Marketing (07/2019 to 06/2020):

  • Total Program Student Population: 1
  • Graduation Rate: 100
  • Employment Rate: 100

Graduation rates are calculated by taking the number of starts minus withdrawals divided by total starts (excluding students unavailable for graduation due to death, military duty, incarceration or medical reason).

Employment rates are calculated by taking the number of graduates employed in the field of study divided by the total number of graduates (excluding graduates unavailable for employment due to further education, death, military duty, incarceration or medical reason).


Title IX Compliance

“No person in the U.S. shall, on the basis of sex be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and 34 C.F.R. Part 106 (Title IX).

The School does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, regardless of an individual’s real or perceived sex, gender identity, and/or gender expression. Female, male, and gender non-conforming students, faculty, and staff are protected from any sex-based discrimination, harassment or violence.

The School’s Title IX Coordinators manage the policies and procedures related to Title IX, ensure compliance with respect to Title IX, and investigate and respond to complaints of sex-based discrimination and/or crimes.

NATIONAL TITLE IX COORDINATOR

Corporate Campus Director

Janet Garcia

7955 NW 12th Street Suite 119, Doral, FL 33126

Email: [email protected]

(305) 728-1120

For the local campuses, complaints or concerns relating to sexual harassment or discrimination should be submitted to the National Title IX Coordinator, who provides information and assistance to students. The National Title IX Coordinator effectively collaborates with and informs the Local Title IX Coordinators immediately of the report relating to Title IX compliance. This process ensures a prompt and appropriate response to the concern.

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