The program will help incoming freshmen students get a head start on their college education by offering online classes at a reduced price.
The University of Findlay is launching its new Oiler Early Advantage program with the coming Fall 2025 semester. The Oiler Early Advantage program will benefit incoming freshmen by providing them with the opportunity to get a head start on their college education through online courses that they can participate in at a reduced tuition rate. The available courses include English, psychology, philosophy, and geology, and will run from June 23- August 3.
According to an article on the University of Findlay’s website, Nikki Hintze, who serves as the university’s Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, was quoted as saying of the new program, “The Oiler Early Advantage program is designed to give incoming students the ability to jumpstart their education in a way that’s both flexible and affordable. We wanted to offer students the opportunity to learn our systems and platforms early, to set themselves up for success, and ease into their academic journey. By offering the program at a reduced rate, we’re making it accessible for all students.”
Hintze noted that by getting these courses underway during the summer, students may feel more prepared once they get to campus. She said, “By completing courses early this means they can focus more on advanced coursework and the full University experience once they begin their first semester, allowing them to dive deeper into their studies and participate in campus activities.”
The Oiler Early Advantage program has been created with ultimate flexibility in mind, giving incoming freshmen the option to get started on foundational courses while still at home during the summer, and the ability to work around their job schedules and other commitments. In addition to the foundational courses, which are priced at $550 per credit hour, students will also have access to a free course that focuses on college readiness. Topics covered in the free course include time management strategies, study strategies, and how to adjust to college life. While the readiness program is free of charge to students in the Oiler Early Advantage program, it will also be available to all students for a fee.
Hintze said, “This is just one of the many initiatives we have in place to ensure that our new students are prepared, confident, and ready for their first year at the University of Findlay. This new program is part of the University of Findlay’s ongoing commitment to student success. It is just one of many offerings designed to ensure that students have the resources, support, and opportunities they need to thrive both academically and personally during their time at the university.”
For more information about the University of Findlay, visit the school’s website.