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The Professional Development Academy is a pillar of the Work and Learn Program that provides VWU students with an opportunity to gain real-world experience while building a network with professionals in the community.  Additionally, students earn credit and a scholarship to contribute to their degree.  Administered by VWU's Career & Professional Development team, the two year program equips students with distinctive career readiness competencies, and comprehensive preparation for post-graduation employment. 

Program Benefits

• A work-based learning position on-campus
• $3,000 scholarship (tuition credit) per year
• Academic credits  (2 credits for INST 103 Professional Preparation course or INST 105 Effective Learning Strategies course)
• Discounted summer tuition for a work-based learning course at $150/credit hr
• Participate in an approved mentoring program, internship or work-based learning opportunity related to your intended career during the 3rd and 4th year.

Program  Eligibility:

• Students must be of freshman or sophomore status (relatively 1st or 2nd year of enrollment at VWU).
• Enroll in INST 103 or INST 105 in the fall of the first semester of participation.
• Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher (as applicable)

Program Continuation:

• Complete a minimum of 300 hours per academic year (not including summer)
• Participate in an approved mentoring program, internship or work-based learning opportunity related to your intended career during the 3rd and 4th year.
• Meet with the Career Development program staff each semester
• Meet with Financial Aid office each year
• Maintain a 2.0 GPA
• Maintain a log of hours

To apply, please follow the link below, where you will be asked to submit a resume and answer a few short questions. After applying, you will be contacted by Career & Professional Development, with more information about the program and next steps.

For additional information, contact the Career & Professional Development Team.