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General Contact
- School Code: 311600
- Phone: (937) 433-3410
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,976Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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CAD Training
The computer aided design program at University of Rio Grande prepares students for careers as mechanical drafter or other areas of manufacturing such as design, engineering, and management. The program focuses on applying technical skills to create working drawings and computer simulations for a variety of applications. Program courses include: specification interpretation, dimensioning techniques, drafting circulations, material estimation, technical communications, computer applications, and interpersonal communications. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer cad training.
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University of Rio Grande
555 E Alex Bell Rd, Centerville, OH
University of Rio Grande is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Rio Grande, OH, in a predominantly rural area. University of Rio Grande has a yearly student enrollment of about 2,300.
Areas of study available at University of Rio Grande include but are not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Engineering Technology
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
The school operates under an open enrollment policy, accepting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be requested for certain programs. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is approximately $21,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their costs. University of Rio Grande may offer financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The University of Rio Grande "Redmen" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
- Soccer (NAIA Division II)
Students who wish to view more about this school can check out their website at http://www.rio.edu.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the CAD program at University of Rio Grande, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Architectural Drafters
Description
Prepare detailed drawings of architectural designs and plans for buildings and structures according to specifications provided by architect.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, architectural drafters employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -3.0% from 2014 to 2024
Electronic Drafters
Description
Draw wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings used for manufacture, installation, and repair of electronic equipment.
Career Outlook & Projections (
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According to the BLS, electronic drafters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.4% from 2014 to 2024
Mechanical Drafters
Description
Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, mechanical drafters employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -6.8% from 2014 to 2024
Drafters, All Other
Description
All drafters not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, drafters, all other employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -3.4% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants University of Rio Grande accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of Rio Grande may offer services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Rio Grande is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (374)
- Basketball (374)
- Track and Field (374)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Bowling