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Study in South-East Asia<br />
Asian Institute of Technology<br />
(AIT), Bangkok Thailand<br />
Admissions and Scholarships Unit<br />
P.O. Box 4, Klong Luang<br />
Pathumthani 12120 Thailand<br />
T: +66 2 524 5031 33<br />
F: +66 2 524-6366, 524-6326<br />
E: admissions@ait.asia<br />
www.ait.asia<br />
Curtin University, Sarawak Malaysia<br />
KM2, Jalan Lutong-Kuala Baram,<br />
Miri, Sarawak CDT 250, 98009,<br />
Malaysia<br />
T: +60 85 443939<br />
F: +60 85 443838<br />
E: enquiries@curtin.edu.my<br />
www.curtin.edu.my<br />
INTI College<br />
Jalan Arjuna Utara no. 35, Kebon Jeruk<br />
Jakarta Barat 11510.<br />
T: +62 21 5654969<br />
E: marketing@inti.ac.id<br />
www.inti.ac.id<br />
ERC Institute<br />
88 Huynh Van Banh St., Ward 15, Phu<br />
Nhuan Dist.,<br />
HCM City, Vietnam<br />
T: +84 8 62 9292 88<br />
E: info@erci.edu.vn<br />
King Monkut’s University of<br />
Technology Thonburi (KMUTT),<br />
Thailand<br />
Admission and Recruitment Division<br />
1st Floor, President’s Building<br />
126 Pracha-utid Road, Bangmod,<br />
Toongkru, Bangkok 10140 Thailand<br />
T: +66 2 470 8146, 470 8164, 470 8348<br />
F: +66 2 470 8164<br />
E: admission@kmutt.ac.th<br />
www.kmutt.ac.th/admission<br />
MIBT Indonesia (MIBTi)<br />
Jl. S. Parman Kav. 68 Slipi,<br />
Jakarta Barat 11410 Indonesia<br />
T: +62 21 536 2745 / 47<br />
F: +62 21 534 9972<br />
E: info@mibt.or.id<br />
www.mibt.or.id<br />
www.acteducationsolutions.com<br />
NTT Institute of <strong>International</strong><br />
Education (NIIE), Vietnam<br />
298A, Nguyen Tat Thanh Street., Ward<br />
13, District 4,<br />
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam<br />
T: +84 8 39 404 208<br />
F: +84 8 38 255 675<br />
E: info@niie.edu.vn<br />
www.niie.edu.vn<br />
President University, Indonesia<br />
Jl. Ki Hajar Dewantara<br />
Kota Jababeka, Cikarang Baru,<br />
Bekasi 17550 Indonesia<br />
T: +62 21 8910 9762 63 ext. 112-115<br />
E: vasu@president.ac.id<br />
www.president.ac.id<br />
RMIT <strong>International</strong> University<br />
Vietnam<br />
Saigon South Campus<br />
702 Nguyen Van Linh Blvd.<br />
Tan Phong Ward, District 7<br />
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam<br />
T: +84 8 3776 1369<br />
F: +84 8 3776 1399<br />
E: enquiries@rmit.edu.vn<br />
www.rmit.edu.vn<br />
Sirindhorn <strong>International</strong> Institute<br />
of Technology (SIIT), Thammasat<br />
University, Thailand<br />
Admissions Division<br />
Please contact Ms Puttawan<br />
Charoenpun<br />
T: +66 2 986 9009 ext. 1201<br />
F: +66 2 986 9106<br />
E: puttawan@siit.tu.ac.th<br />
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© 2013 by <strong>ACT</strong> Education Solutions, Limited.<br />
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Global Assessment Certificate TM is a trademark of <strong>ACT</strong> Education Solutions, Limited, in Australia and other countries.<br />
English Proficiency Program TM is a trademark of <strong>ACT</strong> Education Solutions, Limited, in Australia and other countries.<br />
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Disclaimer:<br />
All information contained in this brochure was correct at time of printing.<br />
Soegijaparanata Catholic<br />
University, Indonesia<br />
Jl. Pawiyatan Luhur IV/1<br />
Bendan Duwur<br />
Semarang 50234<br />
T: +62 24 8441555<br />
F: +62 24 8445265<br />
E: humas@unika.ac.id<br />
www.unika.ac.id<br />
Swinburne University of Technology,<br />
Sarawak Campus<br />
Jalan Simpang Tiga, Kuching<br />
Sarawak 93350 Malaysia<br />
T: +60 82 415353<br />
F: +60 82 428353<br />
E: study@swinburne.edu.my<br />
www.swinburne.edu.my<br />
University of the Thai Chamber<br />
of Commerce (UTCC), Thailand<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
10/F, Building 7,<br />
126/1 Vibhavadee-Rangsit Road,<br />
Dindaeng,<br />
Bangkok 10400 Thailand<br />
T: +66 2 697 6140<br />
F: +66 2 697 6132<br />
E: icutcc@gmail.com; utcc_ic_team@<br />
googlegroups.com<br />
http://www.utcc.ac.th/<br />
Zaman University, Cambodia<br />
St: 315, No: 8, Boeng Kok 1,<br />
Toul Kork, Phnom Penh Cambodia<br />
T: +85 5 23 996 111<br />
F: +85 5 23 992 000<br />
E: info@zamanuniversity.edu.kh<br />
www.zamanuniversity.edu.kh<br />
<strong>ACT</strong>, Inc<br />
Study in Mexico<br />
Universidad Iberoamericana Puebla<br />
Admissions Department<br />
Blvd. del Niño Poblano 2901<br />
U. Territorial Atlixcayotl<br />
Puebla, Pue. 72190, Mexico<br />
T: +52 222 372 3030<br />
F: +52 222 229 0781<br />
E: admisiones@iberopuebla.mx<br />
www.iberopuebla.mx<br />
Universidad Popular Autónoma del<br />
Estado de Puebla (UPAEP)<br />
21 Sur, 1103 Barrio de Santiago C.P.<br />
Puebla, Pue. 72410 Mexico<br />
T: +54 222 2299 400 ext. 7774<br />
F: +52 222 246 69 24<br />
E: monica.hijar@upaep.mx<br />
www.upaep.mx<br />
Study elsewhere<br />
University of the South Pacific<br />
USP <strong>International</strong><br />
Laucala Campus<br />
Private Mail Bag<br />
Suva, Fiji Islands<br />
T: +679 323 2916<br />
F: +679 323 1504<br />
E: international@usp.ac.fj<br />
University of Trinidad & Tobago<br />
T: +868 642 8888 or 223 4888<br />
E: utt.marketing@utt.edu.tt<br />
web@utt.edu.tt<br />
http://u.tt/<br />
AES, Limited<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>GAC</strong> <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
Handbook 2013<br />
www.acteducationsolutions.com
III<br />
Contents<br />
www.actseducationsolutions.com<br />
IF Message from the CEO of <strong>ACT</strong><br />
1 <strong>The</strong> Global Assessment<br />
Certificate (<strong>GAC</strong>)<br />
2 Study in the USA<br />
5 <strong>The</strong> University of Arkansas<br />
6 Berkeley College<br />
7 University of Georgia<br />
8 Humboldt State University<br />
9 University of Idaho<br />
10 <strong>The</strong> University of Iowa<br />
11 Iowa State University<br />
12 Johnson & Wales University<br />
13 Lewis-Clark State College<br />
14 LIU Post – Long Island University<br />
15 University of Northern Iowa<br />
16 <strong>The</strong> University of Oklahoma<br />
17 Oklahoma State University<br />
18 University of Redlands<br />
19 Saint Mary’s College of California<br />
20 Southern Oregon University<br />
21 State University of New York (SUNY),<br />
Fredonia Campus<br />
22 Study in Australia<br />
25 Bond University<br />
26 Curtin University / Curtin University Sydney<br />
/ Curtin University Sarawak<br />
27 Griffith University<br />
28 Macquarie University<br />
29 University of South Australia<br />
30 Swinburne University of Technology<br />
31 University of Wollongong<br />
32 Study in Canada<br />
35 Concordia University –<br />
John Molson School of Business<br />
36 Dalhousie University<br />
37 University of Windsor<br />
38 Study in the UK<br />
41 Bangor University<br />
42 University of Glasgow<br />
43 University of Greenwich, London<br />
44 Kingston University, London<br />
45 University of West London<br />
46 Study in Singapore<br />
48 Curtin Singapore<br />
49 Singapore Institute of Management<br />
Pte Ltd<br />
50 Study in Malaysia, Indonesia<br />
and Vietnam<br />
53 Curtin University, Sarawak Malaysia<br />
54 ERC Institute, Vietnam<br />
55 NTT Institute of <strong>International</strong> Education (NIIE)<br />
56 President University<br />
57 RMIT <strong>International</strong> University Vietnam<br />
58 Swinburne University of Technology,<br />
Sarawak Campus<br />
60 Study in Mexico<br />
62 Universidad Iberoamericana Puebla<br />
63 Universidad Popular Autónoma<br />
del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP)<br />
64 Contact details for students<br />
Jon Whitmore – CEO<br />
<strong>ACT</strong>, Inc.<br />
Our Mission<br />
Students, Parents, and Friends,<br />
Message from the CEO of <strong>ACT</strong><br />
Helping people achieve education<br />
and workplace success<br />
For more than five decades, <strong>ACT</strong>’s staff members have vigorously<br />
pursued our organization’s mission of “Helping people achieve<br />
education and workplace success.” <strong>ACT</strong> Education Solutions,<br />
Limited, (AES), a subsidiary founded in 2005, enables <strong>ACT</strong> to extend<br />
the services we have developed over more than a half century to<br />
individuals and organizations throughout the world.<br />
AES is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Our field offices in<br />
Shanghai, Singapore, and Jakarta support our clients and partners<br />
in their respective regions and develop new opportunities for<br />
our organization. AES links universities with students ready for<br />
matriculation and helps students prepare for university-level study<br />
overseas.<br />
AES concentrates its efforts on growing and supporting student and<br />
institutional participation in the Global Assessment Certificate (<strong>GAC</strong>)<br />
program and a suite of English Language Programs (ELP).<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>GAC</strong>, taught and evaluated in English, helps students learning<br />
English develop the skills they need to be admitted to and succeed<br />
at colleges and universities that teach in English. Currently, the<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> is taught at high schools, universities, and private colleges in<br />
14 countries throughout the world. <strong>GAC</strong> students have gone on to<br />
graduate from universities in the United States, the United Kingdom,<br />
Australia, and Canada.<br />
As one of the final steps in earning the <strong>GAC</strong>, students can elect to take<br />
the <strong>ACT</strong> ® Test. This capstone test is universally recognized by colleges<br />
and universities across the United States for assessing students’<br />
readiness for college-level study and is also accepted by colleges and<br />
universities around the world.<br />
<strong>The</strong> ELP help people from non-English speaking backgrounds learn<br />
to use English effectively in both general and academic contexts,<br />
including the <strong>GAC</strong> program. <strong>The</strong> programs develop competence in<br />
English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, and an<br />
understanding of the cultures of English-speaking peoples.<br />
At <strong>ACT</strong>, we are enthusiastic about the growth of our international<br />
endeavors and take great pride in the value our programs provide for<br />
the individuals and organizations they serve. AES reflects the global<br />
commitment to our mission of “Helping people achieve education and<br />
workplace success.”<br />
<strong>The</strong> Global Assessment<br />
Certificate program<br />
Eun Bae Oh - from South Korea<br />
Now studying at Oklahoma State<br />
University, USA<br />
“<strong>The</strong> first day I arrived at Oklahoma<br />
State University, I was very nervous<br />
with anticipation. This was the<br />
result of my going to America for<br />
the first time and attending<br />
university overseas. However, I was<br />
able to adapt easily to university<br />
because of the <strong>GAC</strong> program.<br />
“For me, the speaking and writing<br />
classes were very helpful. When I<br />
first started the <strong>GAC</strong> program, I had<br />
limited vocabulary, weak grammar<br />
and no confidence in speaking.<br />
But as I progressed in the program,<br />
I was able to overcome these<br />
problems. I received a lot of help<br />
in writing during the <strong>GAC</strong> program.<br />
“Through the <strong>GAC</strong>, I also developed<br />
an ability to speak in English,<br />
with confidence, and this ability<br />
helped me to make friends, attend<br />
classes, and even ask questions<br />
during class in Oklahoma.<br />
… if you try really hard in the <strong>GAC</strong><br />
program, not only can you receive<br />
scholarships but the experience<br />
of attending the <strong>GAC</strong> program in<br />
all its entirety will help you learn<br />
necessary skills to be successful<br />
overseas, which is tremendously<br />
helpful. Good luck!”<br />
<strong>The</strong> Global Assessment Certificate (<strong>GAC</strong>) program is a university<br />
preparation program that provides<br />
students with the academic<br />
knowledge, skills, and confidence<br />
to enter and successfully complete<br />
a bachelors degree at one of many<br />
selected universities. <strong>GAC</strong> graduates<br />
can apply for admission to more<br />
than 90 postsecondary institutions –<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong> – in the United<br />
States, Canada, United Kingdom,<br />
Australia, Singapore, Cambodia,<br />
Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Thailand<br />
and Vietnam. Some <strong>Pathway</strong><br />
<strong>Universities</strong> offer credit points for an<br />
undergraduate degree, and a number<br />
of them offer scholarships which can<br />
significantly reduce tuition and living<br />
expenses.<br />
All students who complete the <strong>GAC</strong><br />
are eligible to take the <strong>ACT</strong> ® Test, a<br />
multiple-choice test that covers four<br />
areas of study: English, Mathematics,<br />
Reading and Science, and an optional<br />
test of Writing. This test is used<br />
extensively by universities and<br />
colleges in the USA to determine<br />
undergraduate entry. <strong>The</strong> <strong>GAC</strong> is<br />
the only international university<br />
preparation program that includes<br />
the <strong>ACT</strong> as part of its curriculum.<br />
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<strong>GAC</strong> graduates can apply for admission to more than 90<br />
postsecondary institutions in the United States, Canada,<br />
the United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, Cambodia,<br />
Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Thailand and Vietnam.<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>GAC</strong> consists of three levels<br />
of study, and a fast track option is<br />
available for students with additional<br />
prior learning that can be recognized.<br />
<strong>The</strong> core program consists of English,<br />
Mathematics, Computing, Business,<br />
Science and Social Science, supported<br />
by a systematic study of learning skills<br />
for success at university. Elective units<br />
allow students to choose between<br />
the <strong>International</strong> English Language<br />
Testing System (IELTS ) and the<br />
Test of English as a Foreign Language<br />
(TOEFL ® ) preparation.<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>GAC</strong> has been evaluated and<br />
recognized as meeting university<br />
admissions requirements by all <strong>GAC</strong><br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong>. For example,<br />
recognition by the American Council<br />
on Education (ACE) of the <strong>GAC</strong><br />
provides for up to 39 credit units of<br />
advanced standing. This means that<br />
a US university can grant up to two<br />
semesters of credit for the <strong>GAC</strong>.*<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are few decisions in life as<br />
important as the choice of university<br />
for your bachelor degree. To help you<br />
in this decision, we have provided this<br />
handbook which presents a selection<br />
of <strong>GAC</strong> <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong>.<br />
For a full list of <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
refer to: www.globalassessment.com<br />
*Please note:<br />
Individual universities award credit to<br />
students and not all universities will offer<br />
up to 39 credits. Students are advised to<br />
check with individual universities for the<br />
credit they will offer for the course selected.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong> Handbook 2013
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TACOMA<br />
LEWISTON<br />
ASHLAND<br />
ARCATA<br />
MORAGA<br />
REDLANDS<br />
La JOLLA<br />
FAYETTEVILLE, AR<br />
University of Arkansas<br />
MUNCIE, IN<br />
Ball State University<br />
NEW YORK, NJ<br />
Berkeley College<br />
90 LOCATIONS ACROSS<br />
AMERICA & CANADA<br />
DeVry University<br />
ADA, OK<br />
East Central University<br />
ERIE, PA<br />
Gannon University<br />
ATHENS, GA<br />
University of Georgia<br />
ARCATA, CA<br />
Humboldt State University<br />
MOSCOW, ID<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Idaho<br />
IOWA CITY, IA<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Iowa<br />
MISSOULA<br />
MOSCOW<br />
SPRINGFIELD, IL<br />
University of Illinois Springfield<br />
SUPERIOR<br />
HENNIKER<br />
OSWEGO PROVIDENCE<br />
KEARNEY<br />
AMES<br />
CEDAR FALLS<br />
IOWA CITY<br />
FREDONIA<br />
ERIE NEW YORK<br />
GLASSBORO<br />
WESTERVILLE<br />
BROOKVILLE<br />
DENVER<br />
SPRINGFIELD MUNCIE<br />
STILLWATER<br />
NORMAN<br />
ADA<br />
AMES, IA<br />
Iowa State University<br />
PROVIDENCE, RI<br />
NORTH MIAMI, FL<br />
CHARLOTTE, NC<br />
DENVER, CO<br />
Johnson & Wales University<br />
LEWISTON, ID<br />
Lewis-Clark State College<br />
BROOKVILLE, NY<br />
LIU Post<br />
ORONO, ME<br />
University of Maine<br />
MISSOULA, MT<br />
University of Montana<br />
La JOLLA, CA<br />
National University<br />
FAYETTEVILLE<br />
FLORENCE<br />
KEARNEY, NE<br />
University of Nebraska<br />
HENNIKER, NH<br />
New England College<br />
FLORENCE, AL<br />
University of North Alabama<br />
CEDAR FALLS, IA<br />
University of Northern Iowa<br />
NORMAN, OK<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Oklahoma<br />
STILLWATER, OK<br />
Oklahoma State University<br />
WESTERVILLE, OH<br />
Otterbein University<br />
TACOMA, WA<br />
Pacific Lutheran University<br />
REDLANDS, CA<br />
University of Redlands<br />
ATHENS<br />
CHARLOTTE<br />
ORONO<br />
NORTH MIAMI<br />
GLASSBORO, NJ<br />
Rowan University<br />
MORAGA, CA<br />
Saint Mary’s College<br />
ASHLAND, OR<br />
Southern Oregon University<br />
FREDONIA, NY<br />
State University of New York<br />
Fredonia (SUNY)<br />
OSWEGO, NY<br />
State University of New York<br />
- Oswego<br />
SUPERIOR, WI<br />
University of Wisconsin<br />
- Superior<br />
Study in the United States<br />
<strong>The</strong> United States is one of the most<br />
exciting places to study in the world.<br />
Here you will encounter leading<br />
technology, world-class professors,<br />
cutting-edge subjects and students<br />
from around the world. Nearly<br />
700,000 international students per<br />
year have chosen to study in the USA<br />
because it offers so many choices and<br />
some of the best facilities in the world.<br />
With more than 3,000 colleges and<br />
universities in the United States, the<br />
options are almost limitless.<br />
Institutions range in size from less<br />
than 1,000 to more than 50,000<br />
students. <strong>The</strong>re are three main types of<br />
institutions – colleges, universities and<br />
institutes. Note that the terms ‘school,’<br />
‘college,’ and ‘university’ are used<br />
interchangeably in the United States.<br />
<strong>Universities</strong>, both state and private,<br />
offer undergraduate (or bachelor’s) and<br />
graduate degrees. Colleges are usually<br />
smaller and offer only undergraduate<br />
degrees. Institutes tend to specialize<br />
in vocational skill areas such as fashion,<br />
art and design or technology.<br />
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Millions of international students have chosen to study in<br />
the USA because it offers so many choices and some of<br />
the best facilities in the world.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are also community colleges<br />
which offer two-year associate degrees.<br />
<strong>The</strong>se colleges are smaller than<br />
universities and often have close links<br />
to secondary schools. It is possible<br />
to transfer to the third year of a<br />
bachelors’s degree at a state university<br />
from some of these colleges.<br />
Most universities and colleges are<br />
coeducational but there are single<br />
sex institutions available as well.<br />
Choices include liberal arts colleges<br />
that emphasize broad preparation in<br />
academic disciplines, and schools<br />
that provide professional, careerrelated<br />
training.<br />
Bachelor’s degrees take four years<br />
to complete. In the first two years<br />
there is an emphasis on a broad,<br />
well-rounded education. You will be<br />
offered a wide range of classes—<br />
mathematics, science, the arts, social<br />
science, and languages—before you<br />
have to decide your specialization in<br />
your third and fourth years.<br />
In the first year you will be known as a<br />
freshman; in the second, a sophomore;<br />
in the third, a junior; and in the fourth,<br />
a senior. As an international student,<br />
you will be expected to study full time.<br />
<strong>The</strong> US education system is noted<br />
for its quality. Accreditation in the<br />
United States is managed entirely<br />
by the institutions themselves, in<br />
cooperation with regional accrediting<br />
bodies. Reviews are conducted, at<br />
the invitation of the institution, by<br />
committees of educators and other<br />
private citizens rather than by the<br />
government.<br />
Just as the types of educational<br />
institutions in the United States vary<br />
widely, so does the cost of education.<br />
Cost may be a major factor in<br />
deciding which college to attend.<br />
<strong>The</strong> average cost for students<br />
living on campus at four-year<br />
undergraduate colleges is varied.<br />
You must consider living expenses<br />
during holidays, including the summer<br />
break, and round-trip transportation<br />
from your home country.<br />
It is a good idea to investigate<br />
sources of financial aid in your own<br />
country as well as those in the<br />
United States. Keep in mind that the<br />
application process for scholarships<br />
and other financial aid programs may<br />
begin as early as 18 months before<br />
your planned date of enrolment.<br />
Contact an advising center, the US<br />
embassy, or other organizations about<br />
financial aid as soon as possible.<br />
For more information visit the US<br />
Department of State, Bureau of<br />
Educational and Cultural Affairs’<br />
website for study in the USA:<br />
www.educationusa.info and<br />
studyinthestates.dhs.gov/<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong> Handbook 2013
USA <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA and English Proficiency needed as at December 31 2012 +<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> University Location TOEFL iBT / PBT / IELTS<br />
minimum - some courses<br />
require higher.<br />
+ Correct at time of printing and subject to change. <strong>Universities</strong> change their admissions policies<br />
from time to time, and also reserve the right to refuse admission due to lack of course availability.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduates may also apply to ANY university with their <strong>GAC</strong> transcript and may be accepted.<br />
GPA/Credit points given for<br />
entry - some courses may<br />
require a higher GPA.<br />
University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR 72701 iBT 79 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.5 Case-by-case for both entrance<br />
and credit points<br />
Ball State University Muncie, IN 47306 Not specifed Case-by-case for both entrance<br />
and credit points<br />
Website<br />
www.iao.uark.edu<br />
www.bsu.edu<br />
Berkeley College New York, NY 10017 (6 other<br />
locations in New York and New<br />
Jersey)<br />
iBT 61 / IELTS 5.5 2.0 / Up to 24 credit points www.berkeleycollege.edu<br />
DeVry University 90 locations across the US & Canada iBT 61 / PBT 500 / CBT 173 2.0 / Up to 41 credit points www.devry.edu<br />
East Central University Ada, OK 74820 iBT 61 / PBT 500 / IELTS 5.0 2.0 - 2.4 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.0 - 2.6) / Up to<br />
35 credit points<br />
www.ecok.edu<br />
Gannon University Erie, PA 16541 iBT 79 / IELTS 6.0 2.0 / Up to 16 credit points www.gannon.edu<br />
University of Georgia Athens, GA 30602 iBT 80 / IELTS 7.0 Case-by-case basis; no credits<br />
currently<br />
Humboldt State University Arcata, CA 95521 iBT 70 / PBT 525 / IELTS 6.0 <strong>GAC</strong> 2.0 for credit transfer; 2.5<br />
High School for admission / Up to<br />
39 credit points<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Idaho Moscow, ID 83843 iBT 70 / PBT 525 / IELTS 6.0 <strong>GAC</strong> 2.5 for credit transfer; GPA<br />
2.5 High School for admission<br />
University of Illinois in<br />
Springfield<br />
Springfield, IL 62703 iBT 61 / PBT 500 / IELTS 6.0 B- or higher / Up to 28 credit<br />
points<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Iowa Iowa City, IA 52246 iBT 80, no subscore less than<br />
17 + 21 <strong>ACT</strong> English, IELTS<br />
6.5 (no band under 6.0)<br />
Iowa State University Ames, IA 50011 71 iBT (17 in speaking and<br />
writing) / 6.0<br />
(no sub-score under 5.5)<br />
Johnson & Wales University Providence Rhode Island 02903 also<br />
North Miami, Denver & Charlotte<br />
2.5 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.6 )/ Up to 33 credit<br />
points<br />
www.admissions.uga.<br />
edu/article/internationalstudents.html<br />
www.humboldt.edu/<br />
international<br />
www.uidaho.edu/<br />
international<br />
www.uis.edu<br />
www.uiowa.edu<br />
3.0 / Up to 31 credit points www.iastate.edu<br />
iBT 80 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.5 2.4 overall (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.6) 4.5 quarter<br />
credits each subject (when<br />
applicable)<br />
www.jwu.edu<br />
Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, ID 83501 61 iBT / 500 PBT / IELTS 5.0<br />
in all bands, 18 <strong>ACT</strong> English<br />
2.0 / Up to 36 credit points www.lcsc.edu/international<br />
LIU Post Brookville, NY 11548 IBT 71 / IELTS 6.0 2.5 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.6) www.liu.edu/cwpost/<br />
international<br />
University of Maine Orono, ME 04469 PBT 530 / 5.5 2.7 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 3.0) /<br />
Credits case-by-case basis<br />
www.umaine.edu<br />
University of Montana Missoula, MT 59812 iBT 61 / IELTS 5.5 GPA 2.0 / Up to 33 credit points<br />
(grade of C- or higher)<br />
www.umt.edu<br />
National University La Jolla, CA 92037, 28 campuses<br />
in California and one in Nevada.<br />
University of Nebraska<br />
Kearney<br />
PBT 525 2.5 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.6)<br />
Up to 15 credit points<br />
Kearney, NE 68849 iBT 61 / PBT 500 / IELTS 5.5 Case-by-case basis; no credits<br />
currently<br />
www.nu.edu<br />
www.unk.edu<br />
New England College Henniker, NH, 03242 not specifed on website GPA not specified /<br />
Up to 31 credit points<br />
www.nec.edu<br />
University of North Alabama Florence, AL 35632 iBT 61 / PBT 500 / IELTS 5.5 2.25 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.3)<br />
Up to 34 credit points<br />
www.una.edu<br />
University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA 50613 iBT 79 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.0 3.0 / Up to 28 credit points www.uni.edu<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Oklahoma Norman, OK 73019 iBT 79 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.5 2.5 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.6) / Up to 30 credit<br />
points<br />
www.ou.edu<br />
Oklahoma State University Stillwater, OK 74078 iBT 61 / PBT 500 / IELTS 6.0 2.25 overall (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.3) /<br />
Up to 34 credit points<br />
www.iss.okstate.edu/intl<br />
Otterbein University Westerville, OH 43081 iBT 79 / <strong>ACT</strong> composite 20 Overall GPA 2.5 / Up to 21 credits www.otterbein.edu<br />
Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA 98447 iBT 79 (Pre-nursing 86) /<br />
IELTS 6.5<br />
2.6 / Up to 24 credit points www.choose.plu.edu<br />
University of Redlands Redlands, CA 92373 iBT 81 / 550 PBT / <strong>ACT</strong><br />
22–27<br />
3.3 www.redlands.edu<br />
Rowan University Glassboro, NJ 08028 525 / 20 English <strong>ACT</strong> 2.0 - 3.0 / Up to 28 credit points www.rowan.edu<br />
Saint Mary’s College Moraga, CA 945556 iBT 79 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.0 2.9 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 3.0) / Up to 17.5 credit<br />
points<br />
www.stmarys-ca.edu<br />
Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR 97520 iBT 68 / PBT 520 / IELTS 5.5 2.3 / Up to 46 quarter credits www.sou.edu/admissions/<br />
international/<br />
State University of New York<br />
- Fredonia (SUNY)<br />
State University of New York<br />
- Oswego (SUNY)<br />
University of Wisconsin<br />
Superior<br />
Fredonia, NY 14063 C grade in Level III English<br />
modules<br />
3.0 / Up to 33 credit points www.fredonia.edu/<br />
internationaleducation/iss<br />
Oswego, NY 13126 iBT 71 / IELTS 5.5 / <strong>ACT</strong> 21 2.5 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 2.6) Up to 33 credit<br />
points<br />
www.oswego.edu<br />
Superior, WI 54880 iBT 61 - 81 / IELTS 5.5 - 6.0 /<br />
<strong>ACT</strong> (English) 18<br />
2.0 / Up to 33 credit points www.uwsuper.edu/<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Arkansas<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Admissions<br />
346 N. Arkansas Ave<br />
Fayetteville, AR 72701 United States<br />
T: +1 479 575 6246<br />
E: iao@uark.edu<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Arkansas offers you<br />
a place to achieve your goals in a<br />
comfortable, friendly and inexpensive<br />
setting. Located in Fayetteville, in<br />
the beautiful northwest corner of the<br />
state of Arkansas and in the central<br />
US, we highly value our international<br />
students. Our campus provides over<br />
1,237 international students from 115<br />
countries with an excellent education<br />
through our fully accredited academic<br />
programs leading to bachelor, master,<br />
PhD, and EdD degrees.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Arkansas offers<br />
over 200 degree programs including<br />
prestigious and well-respected<br />
programs in engineering, business<br />
and architecture. We have plenty of<br />
modern and spacious on-campus<br />
housing available to our students.<br />
Whether you live on-campus or offcampus,<br />
the university has a free bus<br />
system available to transport you to<br />
and from the campus and wherever<br />
you need to go in the city. <strong>The</strong><br />
campus itself is located in the middle<br />
of the city and is a short walk from<br />
the shopping and restaurants of our<br />
downtown area.<br />
Students begin their stay in Fayetteville<br />
with a full week of orientation held by<br />
our Office of <strong>International</strong> Students<br />
and Scholars (ISS). <strong>The</strong> orientation<br />
helps students get involved in the<br />
University of Arkansas community.<br />
<strong>The</strong> ISS office will always be there to<br />
help you with any questions you have<br />
about your life in the United States.<br />
You can experience all four<br />
seasons living in the wonderful city<br />
of Fayetteville, Arkansas. Money<br />
Magazine named Fayetteville, a<br />
charming city of 75,000 people,<br />
as one of the “Best Places to Live.”<br />
You can experience all of this while<br />
being a student at one of the top<br />
public research-oriented universities<br />
in the United States and the world.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
New students may be admitted each<br />
Fall (August), Spring (January) and<br />
Summer (June) term.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
<strong>International</strong> student tuition starts at<br />
US$17,000 annually.<br />
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Come and start establishing<br />
your legacy on our oneof-a-kind<br />
Senior Walk – a<br />
walkway with every name<br />
of every graduate since the<br />
University of Arkansas was<br />
established in 1871!<br />
www.uark.edu<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA required<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Arkansas does<br />
not require a specific <strong>GAC</strong> GPA.<br />
We will consider a student’s complete<br />
picture, including their high school<br />
grades and activities, along with their<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> achievements for admission<br />
consideration.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL score of 550 PBT, 79 iBT;<br />
6.5 on the IELTS; or 58 on the PTE –<br />
Academic. If a student does not have<br />
a satisfactory score then they may be<br />
eligible for conditional admission.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Students seeking scholarships<br />
must apply before February 1st of<br />
each year to be considered for the<br />
Fall (August) term. <strong>The</strong> University<br />
of Arkansas considers international<br />
students for many scholarships<br />
ranging from modest awards to<br />
those covering their entire tuition,<br />
books and boarding. Please visit<br />
www.scholarships.uark.edu<br />
for more information.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Please visit our website at:<br />
www.iao.uark.edu to find out more<br />
information about applying. You can<br />
even apply online. If you would rather<br />
apply by paper application then please<br />
contact our office.<br />
We ask for translated and original<br />
official transcripts, official exam results<br />
and copies of your passport to be sent<br />
to our office. We would love to help<br />
you through the application process.<br />
Please do not hesitate to contact us<br />
for more information or assistance.<br />
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Berkeley College<br />
<strong>International</strong> Division<br />
12 East 41st Street, 14th Floor,<br />
New York, NY 10017 United States<br />
T: +1 212 687 3730<br />
E: international@berkeleycollege.edu<br />
Established in 1931, Berkeley College<br />
is a coeducational college specializing<br />
in business. With eight locations in<br />
New York and New Jersey, USA,<br />
an online “campus,” and students<br />
from over 100 countries, Berkeley is<br />
widely recognized for its academic<br />
excellence. Berkeley draws its strength<br />
from balancing academic preparation,<br />
professional training, and hands-on<br />
experience. Since its inception, the<br />
College has evolved and expanded to<br />
be recognized as a premier educator in<br />
preparing men and women for careers<br />
in business.<br />
Berkeley’s commitment to excellence<br />
constitutes the primary objective<br />
of the College. Small classes,<br />
individualized advisement and<br />
counseling, and the development of<br />
the student’s creative and analytical<br />
skills support this commitment.<br />
Because Berkeley believes that<br />
teaching should encompass both a<br />
conceptual and practical perspective,<br />
the faculty is selected for both their<br />
academic credentials and professional<br />
experience. <strong>The</strong>ir experience in<br />
business brings an added intellectual<br />
reality to the classroom, resulting in a<br />
challenging and stimulating learning<br />
environment.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• Accounting<br />
• Business Administration<br />
• Fashion Marketing and Management<br />
• Financial Services<br />
• General Business<br />
• Health Services Management<br />
• Information Systems Management<br />
• Interior Design Management<br />
• <strong>International</strong> Business<br />
• Justice Studies – Criminal Justice<br />
• Management<br />
• Management – Entrepreneurship<br />
• Management – Human Resources<br />
• Marketing<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Berkeley College operates on a quarter<br />
system, which means that we have<br />
classes starting four times a year every<br />
September, January, April, and July.<br />
Students are welcome to start with us<br />
any of these quarters.<br />
www.berkeleycollege.edu<br />
Berkeley College is located<br />
in the heart of New York City.<br />
Business-oriented programs<br />
of study, internships, and<br />
diverse populations offer<br />
international students the<br />
opportunity to grow.<br />
<strong>The</strong> upcoming quarters are:<br />
January 2, 2013, April 1, 2013, July 8,<br />
2013, and September 30, 2013.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
US$7,300 per quarter<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
2.0 GPA or above<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL 61 iBT; IELTS 5.5<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Berkeley does offer competitive<br />
scholarships for international students.<br />
One can qualify for a maximum of<br />
up to 25 percent off tuition. Please<br />
visit the following link to view the<br />
application and requirement to<br />
qualify: www.berkeleycollege.edu/<br />
FormsandPublications/forms/<br />
Scholarship_<strong>International</strong>.pdf<br />
How to Apply<br />
You may apply using the on-line<br />
international application, accessible at:<br />
www.berkeleycollege.edu.<br />
Application Checklist<br />
<strong>International</strong> students must submit<br />
the following:<br />
A US$400 (US) residence deposit<br />
(White Plains campus only)<br />
Official document of financial<br />
support demonstrating a minimum<br />
of US$36,000 in available funds.<br />
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University of Georgia<br />
UGA Office of Undergraduate Admissions<br />
Terrell Hall Room 212<br />
210 South Jackson Street<br />
Athens, GA 30602-1633 United States<br />
T: +1 706 542 2112<br />
E: admintl@uga.edu<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Georgia (UGA) is a<br />
public research university located in<br />
Athens, Georgia. Founded in 1785, it<br />
is one of several schools to claim the<br />
title of the oldest public university in<br />
the United States. As one of the top 25<br />
public universities in the nation, UGA<br />
offers a culture of academic excellence<br />
and opportunity, made all the richer<br />
by our diverse community and vibrant<br />
student life program. UGA offers 79<br />
degree programs in a wide range of<br />
disciplines and enrolls about 26,000<br />
undergraduate and about 9,000<br />
graduate students from the United<br />
States and around the world every<br />
year.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Georgia welcomed<br />
over 4,900 new first year students to<br />
its campus this August. <strong>The</strong>y bring a<br />
strong academic profile with the middle<br />
50% of these students having between<br />
a 3.6 and 4.0 GPA. Nearly 70 students<br />
came from high schools outside the<br />
United States – an increase of more<br />
than 65% from 2011. More than 27<br />
percent of the entering freshmen<br />
identify as other than Caucasian and<br />
7 percent come from homes where<br />
English is not the native language. <strong>The</strong><br />
University is expecting to enroll 560<br />
students—the highest number in its<br />
history—in UGA’s nationally recognized<br />
Honors Program. <strong>The</strong>se academically<br />
accomplished students have a GPA<br />
range of 3.96-4.11 and an <strong>ACT</strong> range<br />
of 31-33.<br />
UGA Athletics<br />
UGA has also had a banner year in<br />
athletics with strong participation in the<br />
London Olympic Games.<br />
“If it were its own country, the University<br />
of Georgia would have entered today’s<br />
final day of Olympic competition tied<br />
for 26th in the overall medal count, and<br />
its four golds are better than all but 28<br />
of the 204 countries represented at<br />
the London Games.” Online Athens –<br />
Athens Banner-Herald.<br />
Swimmer Allison Schmitt led the way,<br />
earning five medals in five events,<br />
including three golds, to become the<br />
most-decorated Georgian swimming<br />
Olympian of all time.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
http://majors.admissions.uga.edu/<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
See Academic Calendar at: http://www.<br />
bulletin.uga.edu/Bulletin_Files/Univ/<br />
calendar_Link.html<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
https://www.admissions.uga.edu/<br />
article/international-students-costsand-financial-forms.html<br />
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Our Community is Stronger<br />
with the Voices of Many.<br />
www.uga.edu<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Not specified<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
If English is not your first language, you<br />
must show proof of English Proficiency.<br />
Choose one of the following ways to<br />
prove proficiency:<br />
• <strong>The</strong> University of Georgia accepts<br />
TOEFL and IELTS results from the<br />
testing headquarters.<br />
• TOEFL score of 80 iBT, 550 PBT;<br />
IELTS score of 7.0<br />
• <strong>ACT</strong> scores above 17 are<br />
satisfactory English Proficiency, or<br />
• Verbal SAT scores above 430.<br />
• SCORES MUST NOT BE OVER 5<br />
YEARS OLD.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
www.admissions.uga.edu/article/<br />
scholarships-at-uga.html<br />
How to Apply<br />
Applying to college is an exciting<br />
experience, and we’re thrilled that<br />
you’re considering our university. My<br />
name is Chenelle Goyen and I am an<br />
<strong>International</strong> Admissions Counselor<br />
in the office of Undergraduate<br />
Admissions at UGA. I can help guide<br />
you through the admissions process.<br />
For more information about applying to<br />
UGA please take a look here: https://<br />
www.admissions.uga.edu/article/<br />
international-students.html. On our<br />
website you will find step-by-step<br />
instructions on how to apply, tuition<br />
and fees, scholarships and many<br />
more! Feel free to contact us at any<br />
time if you have any questions or<br />
concerns at admintl@uga.edu or call<br />
our office on: 001 – 706 – 542 – 2112<br />
and ask to speak to Chenelle. I can<br />
also e-mail you brochures or other<br />
information.<br />
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Humboldt State University<br />
Center for <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
1 Harpst Street<br />
Arcata, CA 95521-8299 United States<br />
T: +1 707 826 4142<br />
F: +1 707 826 3939<br />
E: international@humboldt.edu<br />
General Info<br />
• <strong>The</strong> California State University<br />
system’s northernmost campus<br />
• 7,914 students<br />
• Over 180 student organizations<br />
• 53.7% female, 46.3% male<br />
• 23:1 student-faculty ratio<br />
• Fully accredited<br />
• 44 undergraduate majors,<br />
73 undergraduate minors,<br />
12 graduate programs<br />
At Humboldt State University, we have<br />
renowned faculty from all corners<br />
of the world, progressive research<br />
facilities, and a dynamic living and<br />
learning environment. Undergraduate<br />
and graduate students in all majors are<br />
involved in faculty research. Students<br />
focus on environmental sustainability<br />
and social responsibility to develop<br />
personally and professionally.<br />
www.humboldt.edu/international<br />
Why Humboldt?<br />
• Safe, friendly, beautiful community<br />
• Beautiful northern California campus<br />
in the redwoods with spectacular<br />
ocean views and nearby beaches<br />
• Affordable, low cost of living<br />
• Dedicated <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
staff that will support you with your<br />
Curricular and Optional Practical<br />
Training (CPT and OPT)<br />
• Academically rigorous degrees<br />
and hands on undergraduate and<br />
graduate research<br />
<strong>The</strong> Center for <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
(CIP) office offers admission services,<br />
visa and immigration advising, an<br />
intensive English program, and a<br />
comprehensive orientation to the<br />
university and the community. Friendly<br />
staff are available to assist students<br />
throughout their studies.<br />
Students may choose from various<br />
residence hall options that include Special<br />
Living Communities for students with<br />
common interests. Students may also<br />
choose to live off-campus in the town<br />
of Arcata. Regardless of where they’re<br />
living, students enjoy dining at the<br />
cafeterias on campus and sampling the<br />
wide range of different ethnic cuisine as<br />
well as vegetarian and organic food.<br />
Degree Programs and Majors<br />
• Natural Resources and Sciences:<br />
Biology; Botany; Computer Science;<br />
Environmental Studies; Mathematics;<br />
Oceanography; Physics; Wildlife,<br />
Zoology<br />
• Professional Studies:<br />
Business Administration; Economics;<br />
Education; Kinesiology; Recreation<br />
Administration<br />
• Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences:<br />
Art; English; <strong>International</strong> Studies;<br />
Languages; Music; Politics; <strong>The</strong>atre,<br />
Film, and Dance.<br />
Dedicated to undergraduate<br />
research, Humboldt<br />
State provides hands-on<br />
experience in all our<br />
programs, which sets<br />
us apart from other<br />
universities.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Fall Semester: late August to mid-December<br />
Spring Semester: mid-January to mid-May<br />
Summer Sessions: June to July<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
2013–2014 academic year costs*<br />
Academic Year $16,550<br />
Summer $220/credit<br />
*Please see our website for the most current costs.<br />
Living Expenses<br />
2013–2014* $16,300<br />
*Living Expenses are an estimate of room, board,<br />
books, health insurance, and personal expenses<br />
for an academic year (fall and spring semesters).<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
GPA of 2.0 on college coursework<br />
GPA of 2.5 on secondary (high school)<br />
coursework.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL score of 70 iBT, 525 PBT; or IELTS 6.0<br />
Completion of ESL program at HSU, the<br />
<strong>International</strong> English Language Institute<br />
(IELI) program<br />
Other acceptable proof of English<br />
language proficiency.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> Credits and Scholarships<br />
HSU will accept up to 39 semester<br />
credits in transfer from <strong>GAC</strong>. Students<br />
may apply for an <strong>International</strong> Merit<br />
partial tuition scholarship.<br />
How to Apply<br />
For information on how to apply, please<br />
visit our website: www.humboldt.edu/<br />
international/apply.php<br />
Supporting Documents:<br />
TOEFL or IELTS score; Official transcripts<br />
of academic records (in English);<br />
Certification of Financial Support;<br />
Non-refundable application fee of US$55.00.<br />
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University of Idaho<br />
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1250<br />
Moscow, ID 83844-1250 United States<br />
T: +1 208 885 8984<br />
F: +1 208 885 2859<br />
E: international@uidaho.edu<br />
General Information<br />
• Founded: 1889<br />
• Type of University: Public 4 year<br />
institution<br />
• 12,493 Students<br />
• 667 <strong>International</strong> Students<br />
• ESL, bachelors, masters & Ph.D<br />
Degrees<br />
• Undergraduate majors: 135+<br />
• Research: $100 million annually<br />
(Carnegie Foundation high-research<br />
activity)<br />
• Nickname: Vandals<br />
• Colors: Silver and Gold<br />
• Entering first year academic profile:<br />
Average high school GPA - 3.33<br />
www.uidaho.edu/internationalstudents<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Idaho is a leading<br />
research university in the West and<br />
nation, and a first choice for aspiring<br />
leaders from around the world. <strong>The</strong><br />
institution ranks in the top third<br />
nationally in Forbes magazine’s “Top<br />
100 Best Buy Colleges” in 2012. Our<br />
student-centered residential campus<br />
offers a distinctive combination of<br />
outstanding majors and graduate<br />
programs, accomplished faculty,<br />
world-class facilities, and renowned<br />
research in a spectacular natural<br />
setting. It’s no wonder we are ranked<br />
among the top national universities<br />
in the country (U.S. News & World<br />
Report). <strong>The</strong> Princeton Review<br />
recognized us as “Top 286 Green<br />
Colleges” in their list of most<br />
environmentally responsible.<br />
More than 12,000 students from<br />
across the United States and from<br />
more than 80 countries study a vast<br />
array of disciplines at the University<br />
of Idaho. Strong bachelor degree<br />
programs offer undergraduate<br />
research opportunities. And,<br />
internationally recognized graduate<br />
programs and research on local and<br />
global issues make the University<br />
of Idaho an outstanding place to<br />
learn. A reasonable cost of living and<br />
affordable tuition makes the University<br />
of Idaho a great choice for students<br />
from around the world. In fact, the<br />
University of Idaho is one of only four<br />
public universities in the northwest that<br />
placed among the top 200 institutions<br />
that deliver the best return on<br />
investment, according to PayScale.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
More than 850 teaching and research<br />
faculty members, assisted by 1,500<br />
staff and professional personnel at<br />
the University of Idaho, contribute to<br />
degrees in more than 150 fields of<br />
study, including bachelor’s, master’s<br />
and Ph.D degrees.<br />
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Our student-centered<br />
residential campus<br />
offers world-class<br />
facilities and renowned<br />
research in a spectacular<br />
natural setting.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Admission is available to students for<br />
Spring (January), Summer (June), and<br />
Fall (August) semesters<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
In academic year 2012 –13, the<br />
estimated tuition fee was US$19,165,<br />
the room & board was US$7,682<br />
and the books, supplies & medical<br />
insurance was US$3,074.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall high school Grade Point<br />
Average of 2.5; <strong>GAC</strong> GPA 2.0 or higher<br />
will be considered for credit transfer<br />
(not admission).<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL 70 iBT & 525 PBT; IELTS 6.0<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
University of Idaho will grant credits for<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> coursework on a case-by-case<br />
basis. Several scholarship/funding<br />
programs are available for international<br />
students. Please visit our website for<br />
more details.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Please visit:<br />
www.uidaho.edu/internationalstudents<br />
and click “Apply” for details.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> University of Iowa<br />
<strong>The</strong> Office of Admissions, 107 Calvin Hall<br />
Iowa City, IA 52246-1396 United States<br />
T: +1 319 335 1534<br />
F: +1 319 335 1535<br />
E: admissions@uiowa.edu<br />
U.S. News & World Report 2012 ranks<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Iowa 28th best<br />
among the national public universities.<br />
If you want to earn your degree at a<br />
high-quality, affordable university, then<br />
look no further than <strong>The</strong> University of<br />
Iowa. It is considered one of the top<br />
50 public universities in the country<br />
when it comes to offering academic<br />
excellence at an affordable price<br />
(Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine).<br />
More than 31,000 students enroll at<br />
Iowa each year including more than<br />
3,400 students and scholars from<br />
all over the world. Iowa City offers a<br />
comfortable yet energetic living and<br />
learning environment in our safe and<br />
friendly community of 70,000. Iowa<br />
City is designated by UNESCO as<br />
the world’s third “City of Literature”<br />
in 2008. If you would like to visit a<br />
larger city on weekends or breaks,<br />
you can easily do so with Chicago,<br />
Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas<br />
City all within a four- to six-hour drive.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Iowa is known for<br />
its programs in Accounting, Business,<br />
Engineering, Creative writing,<br />
Education, Fine arts, Law, and Health<br />
sciences, among a list of other ranked<br />
programs. <strong>The</strong> student-faculty ratio<br />
is 16:1, and the school has 50.9<br />
percent of its classes with fewer than<br />
20 students. 85% of its classes have<br />
fewer than 30 students. <strong>The</strong> arts are<br />
heavily supported by the University and<br />
the Iowa City community, as are NCAA<br />
Division I sports.<br />
Students can capitalize on the Iowa<br />
experience by joining a living-learning<br />
community that has shared academic<br />
interests, enrolling in up to three<br />
courses in common with 20 other<br />
first-year students to form a readymade<br />
group of friends and study<br />
partners, getting practical tips for<br />
succeeding in college by enrolling in<br />
the college transition course, joining<br />
one of nearly 500 officially recognized<br />
student organizations, making career<br />
connections and exploring potential<br />
professions with a wide variety of<br />
internships.<br />
More than 3,400<br />
international students<br />
find this large public<br />
research university<br />
to be a remarkable<br />
environment in which<br />
to live and to learn!<br />
www.uiowa.edu<br />
Students are welcomed with a<br />
full week of arrival and orientation<br />
activities, academic advising<br />
appointments, activities organized by<br />
<strong>International</strong> Programs, and nationality<br />
student group assistance.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
<strong>The</strong> top ten undergraduate majors are<br />
Business, Engineering, Psychology,<br />
English, Biology, Interdepartmental<br />
Studies, Communication Studies,<br />
Finance, Art and Art History, Political<br />
Science. Iowa offers nearly 100 areas<br />
of study you may choose.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
August, January, and June<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
US$25,000 for most programs<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall 2.5 minimum<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
One of the following:<br />
TOEFL 80 IBT with no subscore lower<br />
than 17; IELTS overall 6.5 with no<br />
subscore lower than 6.0; <strong>ACT</strong> English<br />
21<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Merit-based awards for outstanding<br />
students ranging from US$1,000 –<br />
US$15,000 per year.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Please visit: www.uiowa.edu<br />
Submit the online application, official<br />
transcripts, test scores, and financial<br />
guarantee.<br />
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Iowa State University<br />
Office of Admissions<br />
100 Enrollment Services Center,<br />
Ames, IA 50011 United States<br />
T: +1 515 294 5836<br />
F: +1 515 294 2592<br />
E: admissions@iastate.edu<br />
Iowa State is an international,<br />
prestigious university with a friendly<br />
welcoming personality. More than<br />
31,000 students choose from 100<br />
majors, study with world-class<br />
scholars and hone their leadership<br />
skills in more than 800 student<br />
organizations. Iowa State offers a great<br />
environment where students can enjoy<br />
reaching their potential and discovering<br />
their passions. It’s a culturally diverse<br />
student body with students from<br />
all 50 states and more than 110<br />
countries. Birthplace of some of<br />
the 20th century’s most significant<br />
technological achievements, including<br />
the world’s first electronic digital<br />
computer, discovery of the world’s<br />
second hardest substance, and the<br />
development of ‘smart materials’ that<br />
make air travel safer. In the book,<br />
Involving Colleges, Iowa State is<br />
recognized for offering its students one<br />
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of the best out-of-classroom learning<br />
and leadership experiences in the U.S.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• <strong>The</strong> College of Business<br />
undergraduate program ranked<br />
81st among 528 business programs<br />
accredited by <strong>The</strong> Association<br />
to Advance Collegiate Schools<br />
of Business. Curriculum and out<br />
of-classroom activities connect<br />
theory with practice and offer<br />
hands-on experience to students.<br />
• College of Engineering faculty<br />
include world world-renowned<br />
researchers in wind power high<br />
performance commuting, product<br />
design, virtual reality, biorenewable<br />
fuels and chemicals, and other<br />
fields that are critical to today’s<br />
technology-based society. Iowa<br />
State’s undergraduate engineering<br />
program is one of the 10 largest in<br />
the US.<br />
• <strong>The</strong> College of Design is one<br />
of the few comprehensive design<br />
schools in the US. where the same<br />
mix of disciplines—Architecture, Art<br />
and design, Community and<br />
regional planning, Design, Graphic<br />
design, Industrial design, Interior<br />
design, Landscape architecture and<br />
Studio arts—is housed in the same<br />
college.<br />
• <strong>The</strong> College of Agriculture and<br />
Life Sciences is second in the nation<br />
in the number of undergraduates<br />
participating in study abroad<br />
programs and a leader in<br />
sharpening students’ entrepreneurial<br />
skills.<br />
• <strong>The</strong> College of Human Sciences<br />
brings together scholars who work<br />
to improve peoples’ lives by<br />
advancing health and wellness,<br />
education and human development,<br />
science and technology. <strong>The</strong><br />
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Iowa State is among the<br />
nation’s top 45 universities<br />
in providing well-prepared<br />
graduates, according to a<br />
2009 Wall Street Journal<br />
survey of recruiters.<br />
hospitality management program<br />
is counted among the top 15 in the<br />
world by the Journal of Hospitality<br />
and Tourism Research. <strong>The</strong><br />
kinesiology program is ranked<br />
among the top 20 in the nation by<br />
the American Academy of<br />
Kinesiology and Physical education.<br />
• <strong>The</strong> College of Liberal Arts and<br />
Sciences is the largest college<br />
at Iowa State University with more<br />
than 7,400 students. Here,<br />
students become knowledgeable<br />
and inquisitive global citizens, ready<br />
to excel in meeting the challenges<br />
of the next fifty years. <strong>The</strong> diversity<br />
in its scholarship mirrors the range<br />
of disciplines found under a single<br />
administrative umbrella, with poets<br />
and physicists and chemists and<br />
anthropologists sharing creative<br />
space.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Fall Semester: August to December<br />
Spring Semester: January to May<br />
Summer Session: June to August<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Between $19,838 and $22,090,<br />
depending on the major<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
2.75 in transferrable courses for<br />
engineering applicants; 2.30 for other<br />
majors<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
iBT 71 with speaking and writing<br />
scores of 17; IELTS 6.0 with no<br />
subscore below 5.5.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Iowa State follows the recommendation<br />
of the American Council of Education<br />
for transfer credit for <strong>GAC</strong> courses.<br />
Scholarships are listed on the Iowa<br />
State website at www.admissions.<br />
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Johnson & Wales University<br />
8 Abbott Park Place,<br />
Providence, RI 02903 United States<br />
T: + 1 401 598 1074<br />
F: + 1 401 598 4773<br />
E: Manny.Tavares@jwu.edu<br />
Johnson & Wales University (JWU),<br />
founded in 1914, is a nonprofit, private<br />
institution. A recognized leader in<br />
experience-based education, we offer<br />
fully accredited degrees in Business,<br />
Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Technology,<br />
Arts & Sciences and Education to<br />
more than 17,000 graduate and<br />
undergraduate students, representing<br />
all 50 states and 90 countries. By<br />
integrating academics and professional<br />
skills, related work experiences,<br />
leadership opportunities and career<br />
services, JWU prepares highly<br />
motivated students who are seeking<br />
a competitive advantage in the global<br />
economy.<br />
JWU’s alumni network continues to<br />
grow and now includes more than<br />
89,000 graduates. <strong>The</strong> university<br />
is committed to urban revitalization<br />
and thoughtful historic renovation.<br />
Through active civic participation and<br />
unique learning opportunities, JWU<br />
improves the quality of life in its four<br />
campus communities in Providence,<br />
Rhode Island; North Miami, Florida;<br />
Denver, Colorado; and Charlotte, North<br />
Carolina. For more information, visit<br />
www.jwu.edu.<br />
Providence Campus Facts<br />
Students can experience all four<br />
seasons in Rhode Island’s capital city.<br />
Rhode Island is the smallest<br />
state in the US. It’s only 48 miles long<br />
and 37 miles wide, but it’s called the<br />
“Ocean State” because it has more<br />
than 400 miles of coastline!<br />
Temperature: Averages 35º F (2º C)<br />
in winter, 79º F (26º C) in summer<br />
Population: 626,150 (metropolitan area).<br />
Enrollment: 10,848<br />
North Miami Campus Facts<br />
<strong>The</strong> weather is near tropical.<br />
Temperature: Averages 70º F to<br />
80 º F (21º to 27 º C) year round,<br />
winter lows in the 50s (10º C)<br />
Population: 2,398,245 (metro area)<br />
Enrollment: 2,153<br />
Denver Campus Facts<br />
<strong>The</strong> sun shines 300 days per year<br />
on average.<br />
Temperature: Averages 45º F (7º C)<br />
in winter, 89º F (32º C) in summer.<br />
Population: 598,707 (metro area)<br />
Enrollment: 1,672<br />
Charlotte Campus Facts<br />
Students here will find a mild climate<br />
throughout the year.<br />
Temperature: Averages 45º F (7º C)<br />
in winter, 76º F (27º C) in summer.<br />
Population: 890,515 (metro area)<br />
Enrollment: 2,537<br />
Degree Programs<br />
At Johnson & Wales we offer more<br />
than 44 undergraduate, graduate<br />
and doctoral programs through the<br />
Johnson & Wales<br />
University has campuses in<br />
four exciting locations<br />
in Rhode Island, Florida,<br />
Colorado and North<br />
Carolina.<br />
www.jwu.edu<br />
College of Business, the College of Culinary<br />
Arts, <strong>The</strong> Hospitality College, the School<br />
of Technology and the School of Arts &<br />
Sciences. Our Graduate School offers<br />
an MBA and other advanced studies<br />
programs.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Three intakes: Fall Term (September),<br />
Winter Term (December) and Spring Term<br />
(March). We also offer a summer session<br />
beginning June 1 for some courses.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
US$27,156 (tuition plus general fees)<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Combined overall <strong>GAC</strong> and Secondary<br />
School grade point average of 2.4 on a 4.0<br />
scale<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL score of 80 iBT or 550 PBT; IELTS<br />
6.5<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Most courses offered are 4.5 credits each.<br />
Academic scholarships are offered to<br />
eligible international students at all four<br />
campuses.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Submit the following:<br />
• A completed and signed JWU<br />
<strong>International</strong> Application<br />
• Official English language proficiency<br />
results<br />
• Official Secondary School transcript and<br />
dipoma<br />
• A certified bank statement or<br />
government sponsorship letter<br />
verifying financial support<br />
• Copy of biographical section of valid<br />
passport<br />
Online Application: www.jwu.edu/apply<br />
Visit our online <strong>International</strong> Admissions<br />
Information site: www.jwu.edu/international<br />
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Lewis-Clark State College<br />
<strong>International</strong> Programs Office<br />
500 8th Ave., Lewiston, ID 83501 United States<br />
T: +1 208 792 2177<br />
F: +1 208 792 2824<br />
E: internationaladmissions@lcsc.edu<br />
Located in scenic Lewiston, Idaho,<br />
a safe and friendly community of<br />
50,000 only one hour’s plane ride<br />
from Seattle, LCSC boasts 4,600<br />
undergraduate students from over<br />
35 different countries.<br />
Originally founded as a teachers’<br />
college in 1893, LCSC has grown<br />
into a comprehensive, four-year<br />
college granting degrees in many<br />
academic and technical majors.<br />
We offer two-year and four-year<br />
programs, as well as a comprehensive<br />
ESL/college preparatory program at<br />
our Institute of Intensive English.<br />
Our students benefit from small<br />
class sizes and teachers dedicated<br />
to teaching.<br />
Our <strong>International</strong> Programs Office<br />
offers personalized admissions<br />
counseling, advising, orientation,<br />
study away, vibrant clubs, housing<br />
assistance, and fun student activities.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
(For a full list, please see<br />
www.lcsc.edu/academics):<br />
• Business (Administration,<br />
Management, Sports<br />
Administration, Hospitality<br />
Management)<br />
• Computer Science<br />
• Biology<br />
• Pre-Medicine, Dental, Pharmacy,<br />
and Veterinary Programs<br />
• Pre-Engineering Program<br />
• Math<br />
• Chemistry and Geochemistry<br />
• Graphic Arts and Printing<br />
Technology<br />
• Nursing & Health Sciences<br />
(Practical Nursing, BSN*,<br />
Radiographic Science)<br />
• Social Work<br />
• Psychology<br />
• Engineering Technology<br />
(Civil/GIS/Mech/Tech)<br />
• Information Systems Analysis<br />
• Industrial Electronics<br />
• Automated Manufacturing<br />
Technology<br />
LCSC provides assistance in finding<br />
appropriate internships for Curricular<br />
and Optional Practical Training.<br />
www.lcsc.edu/international<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
August and January<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
US$15,486<br />
Lewis-Clark State College<br />
(LCSC) provides students<br />
the small classes and<br />
individualized learning<br />
of a private school, but<br />
at a public school price.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall 2.0 minimum<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> Credit Transfer<br />
Up to 36 transfer credits for <strong>GAC</strong><br />
completion; generous credit transfer<br />
for partial completion of <strong>GAC</strong><br />
*Minimum English Proficiency<br />
<strong>ACT</strong> English 21 or IELTS 5.0<br />
(no sub-score less than 5.0);<br />
TOEFL 61 iBT, 500 PBT;<br />
or STEP EIKEN Pre-1.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
First year at LCSC: US$3,500, then<br />
US$3,500 – $5,000, plus athletic<br />
scholarships.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Go to www.lcsc.edu/international,<br />
or contact us at:<br />
internationaladmissions@lcsc.edu.<br />
*Contact us for BSN program requirements.<br />
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LIU Post – Long Island University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Admissions Office<br />
720 Northern Boulevard<br />
Brookville, NY 11548 United States<br />
T: +1 516 299 2637<br />
F: +1 516 299 2418<br />
E: post-international@liu.edu<br />
LIU Post is part of Long Island<br />
University, one of the largest private<br />
universities in the United States.<br />
Formerly known as the C.W. Post<br />
Campus of LIU, it is ranked among<br />
the Best Regional <strong>Universities</strong> by<br />
U.S. News & World Report, and is<br />
listed in <strong>The</strong> Princeton Review as<br />
a Best Business School. Serving a<br />
population of 7,700 undergraduate<br />
and graduate students, including<br />
over 760 international students from<br />
40 countries, LIU Post’s programs<br />
hold some of the highest professional<br />
accreditations, most significantly<br />
our AACSB-accredited College of<br />
Management.<br />
LIU Post offers students the best<br />
aspects of an American university<br />
education: excellent academics,<br />
engaging student activities, and a<br />
safe and beautiful environment just<br />
a short (40 km) train ride from the<br />
excitement of New York City.<br />
Services for <strong>International</strong> Students<br />
<strong>The</strong> Office of <strong>International</strong> Student<br />
Services supervises orientation,<br />
visa and employment information,<br />
personal counseling, and hosts<br />
social and cultural activities.<br />
Technology<br />
During the 2012–13 academic year<br />
all new undergraduate freshman<br />
and transfer students received the<br />
new iPad. Our high-tech campus<br />
includes more than 500 computers<br />
for student use, free wireless Internet<br />
and email accounts, laboratories for<br />
music, multimedia arts and computer<br />
science, and networked “smart<br />
classrooms.”<br />
Degree Programs<br />
More than 100 undergraduate<br />
degree programs in Accountancy,<br />
Business, Education, Health<br />
Professions, Computer Science,<br />
Liberal Arts and Sciences, Health<br />
Care and Public Administration, and<br />
Visual and Performing Arts. Students<br />
can prepare for further education in<br />
Medicine or Law, or one of several<br />
accelerated programs that enable<br />
you to complete a bachelor degree<br />
and a master’s degree in five years.<br />
Campus Life<br />
LIU Post offers students a rich and<br />
vibrant campus life, with more than<br />
80 clubs and organizations presenting<br />
over 500 cultural and entertainment<br />
activities each year. Pratt Recreation<br />
LIU Post offers excellent<br />
academics, engaging<br />
student activities, and<br />
a safe and beautiful<br />
environment just a<br />
short (40 km) train ride<br />
from the excitement of<br />
New York City.<br />
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Center includes a fitness center,<br />
basketball courts, swimming pool,<br />
aerobics classes, racquetball courts<br />
and an indoor jogging track. <strong>The</strong><br />
campus also features a respected<br />
performing arts center, an art museum<br />
and business suites. <strong>The</strong> B. Davis<br />
Schwartz Memorial Library is one of<br />
the largest research libraries in the<br />
northeastern US. <strong>The</strong>re are horse<br />
stables offering riding classes, and a<br />
free shuttle bus to the local railroad,<br />
supermarket, and mall.<br />
LIU Post offers eight residence halls<br />
with traditional- and suite-style rooms;<br />
an ‘intensified study’ residence hall for<br />
quiet time 24 hours a day; and a yearround<br />
residence hall for students who<br />
plan to remain on-campus between<br />
semesters.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Rolling admissions for Fall (September)<br />
or Spring (January) academic terms.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual tuition and fees for international<br />
undergraduate students in Fall 2013<br />
start from US$33,225.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> Grade Point Average<br />
and Secondary School GPA of 2.5<br />
(<strong>GAC</strong> 2.6);<br />
<strong>ACT</strong> not required for most international<br />
students but may qualify you for<br />
scholarships.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
IELTS 6.0; TOEFL iBT 71<br />
Credits & Scholarships<br />
Students can earn up to 21 credits<br />
through the <strong>GAC</strong>, which can be used<br />
toward degree requirements. See:<br />
www.liu.edu/post/international.<br />
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University of Northern Iowa<br />
002 Gilchrist Hall<br />
Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0018<br />
T: +1 319 273 2281<br />
F: +1 319 273 2885<br />
E: admissions@uni.edu<br />
Founded in 1876, the University<br />
of Northern Iowa (UNI) is a<br />
comprehensive public liberal arts<br />
institution with over 12,000 students<br />
from 43 US states and 60 countries.<br />
Although UNI is a medium-size<br />
university, it has a small-school<br />
atmosphere in a friendly community.<br />
UNI was named one of the 50 safest<br />
campuses in the U.S. in a recent<br />
study. <strong>The</strong> 900-acre park-like campus<br />
features more than 65 major buildings<br />
within a 10-minute walking distance of<br />
each other, including eight computer<br />
labs, 12 residence facilities, and<br />
academic buildings with the latest<br />
technology and equipment.<br />
UNI offers excellent graduate and<br />
undergraduate programs and has<br />
been ranked second by U.S. News &<br />
World Report among Midwest regional<br />
public universities and was selected<br />
as a “Best Business School” by <strong>The</strong><br />
Princeton Review. <strong>The</strong> university<br />
has also ranked as one of the “Top<br />
100 Values” and recognized for high<br />
graduation rates. <strong>The</strong> most popular<br />
undergraduate programs include<br />
Business administration, Accounting,<br />
Education, Biology, and TESOL.<br />
UNI offers small classes taught by<br />
full-time faculty members who make<br />
time for one-on-one interaction with<br />
students through advising, research,<br />
extracurricular activities and clinical<br />
or field projects. <strong>The</strong> professors at<br />
UNI include Fulbright scholars, bestselling<br />
authors, international business<br />
consultants and former Fortune 500<br />
executives. UNI also offers extensive<br />
academic support services to assist<br />
students in their studies. <strong>The</strong>se<br />
services include a Writing Center,<br />
tutoring, learning strategy classes, and<br />
a Math Center.<br />
<strong>The</strong> UNI <strong>International</strong> Services Office<br />
assists students in their transition to<br />
campus from their home countries<br />
including a week-long orientation,<br />
immigration advising, personal advising<br />
and counseling, and special programs<br />
and activities planned throughout the<br />
year. Other opportunities include the<br />
<strong>International</strong> Student Association,<br />
<strong>International</strong> Friendship Program,<br />
and the Culture and Intensive English<br />
Program.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
UNI offers more than 90<br />
undergraduate majors through the<br />
College of Business Administration,<br />
College of Education, College of<br />
Humanities, Arts and Sciences, and<br />
the College of Social and Behavioral<br />
Sciences. <strong>The</strong>re are also 54 graduate<br />
programs available.<br />
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UNI offers the faculty,<br />
facilities and academic<br />
choices of a large<br />
university, while retaining<br />
a friendly and safe smallcollege<br />
atmosphere.<br />
www.uni.edu/intladm<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Three intakes including August,<br />
January and June<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
US$16,721 (tuition plus general fees)<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> grade point average of 2.5<br />
or above<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
One of the following: TOEFL score of<br />
79 iBT or 550 PBT; IELTS 6.0; SAT<br />
460 (critical reading); <strong>ACT</strong> 20 (English).<br />
Conditional admission available for<br />
students who do not meet minimum<br />
scores.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Up to 33 hours of credit exemptions/<br />
advanced standing credit will be<br />
offered. Academic scholarships range<br />
between $1,000—$14,000 per year<br />
for students with strong academic<br />
backgrounds, English proficiency, and<br />
extra-curricular activities.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Submit the following:<br />
• A completed UNI international<br />
application for admission<br />
• <strong>The</strong> results of your TOEFL or<br />
other acceptable proof of English<br />
proficiency<br />
• Academic transcripts<br />
• Required financial documentation<br />
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As one of the top public<br />
universities in the nation, OU<br />
offers a culture of academic<br />
excellence and opportunity.<br />
Our students experience a<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Oklahoma<br />
diverse community, vibrant<br />
Office of Admissions<br />
student life, a beautiful<br />
1000 Asp Avenue, Room 127<br />
campus and a flourishing<br />
Norman, OK 73019 United States<br />
metropolitan area.<br />
T: +1 405 325 2252<br />
F: +1 405 325 7124<br />
E: intladmissions@ou.edu go2.ou.edu/international<br />
At the University of Oklahoma,<br />
you will experience a stimulating<br />
academic community where you are<br />
a hands-on participant in the learning<br />
process. Discover the benefits of<br />
a major research institution while<br />
receiving personal support. Become<br />
part of the OU family and connect<br />
yourself to enriching opportunities<br />
that will equip you to excel in our<br />
global society. OU students benefit<br />
from a diverse and vibrant campus<br />
environment plus enjoy living in<br />
Norman, which is Oklahoma’s third<br />
largest city. Norman offers excellent<br />
restaurants, great shopping next to<br />
the university on Campus Corner,<br />
and plenty of smiling faces. An<br />
award-winning public school system<br />
and a thriving manufacturing and<br />
business community with clean<br />
neighborhoods keep many students<br />
here after graduation. In fact, MONEY<br />
magazine named Norman, OK the<br />
6th best place to live in America on<br />
its ‘Best Places to Live 2008’ list! <strong>The</strong><br />
University of Oklahoma has much to<br />
be proud of, including the Princeton<br />
Review rank among the best in the<br />
nation in academic excellence and<br />
cost for students. <strong>The</strong> university also<br />
achieved the Carnegie Foundation’s<br />
highest research activity classification,<br />
which is the first time a public<br />
institution in Oklahoma has received<br />
this outstanding recognition. OU is a<br />
leader in the U.S. in international study<br />
abroad programs. It currently offers<br />
programs in more than 100 cities in<br />
50 countries. One in four OU students<br />
study abroad and students from 120<br />
countries are enrolled at OU.<br />
Services for <strong>International</strong> Students<br />
<strong>International</strong> Student Services assists<br />
more than 2,000 international students<br />
each year. Advising and support<br />
provided for international students<br />
includes immigration, short-term<br />
employment authorization and support<br />
for qualifying students through the ISS<br />
office and the USCIS, change of visa<br />
status and support for the application<br />
process, immigration for dependents,<br />
extensions of stay, support for visa<br />
applications, SEVIS transfers to and<br />
from OU, and support for the US visa<br />
application process abroad.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
OU’s academic community offers<br />
incomparable learning opportunities to<br />
prepare you for success after college<br />
with over 150 degree options. <strong>The</strong><br />
selection tools online take you to<br />
helpful information on each program<br />
like accreditation, rankings and what<br />
types of jobs recent OU grads get with<br />
their degrees. http://www.ou.edu/<br />
content/go2/academics.html<br />
Popular degrees include: Accounting,<br />
Business, Mechanical Engineering,<br />
Chemical Engineering, Finance,<br />
Petroleum Engineering, Microbiology,<br />
Electrical Engineering, <strong>International</strong><br />
Business, Civil Engineering, Music,<br />
<strong>The</strong>ater, Art, and Journalism<br />
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Teaching Periods<br />
Spring Semester: January<br />
Summer Semester: June<br />
Fall Semester: August<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
<strong>International</strong> student tuition and<br />
fees starts at US$21,000 annually.<br />
For specific degree estimate costs<br />
please see: www.ou.edu/content/cis/<br />
iss/forms_and_handouts/general_<br />
information.html<br />
Living Expenses<br />
2013* $13,420<br />
*Living Expenses are an estimate<br />
of room, board, books, health<br />
insurance, and personal expenses<br />
for an academic year (fall and spring<br />
semesters).<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> students with 24 or more<br />
transferable credit hours are required<br />
to have an overall 2.5 GPA. Specific<br />
programs within the university may<br />
adhere to higher standards. Please<br />
refer to the OU website (www.ou.edu)<br />
for specific program information.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL 79 iBT; 550 PBT or IELTS 6.5<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
OU accepts up to 31 credit hours of<br />
the <strong>GAC</strong> modules for academic credit,<br />
which can be used towards degree<br />
requirements. Go to www.ou.edu/<br />
content/scholarships/ou.html<br />
How to Apply<br />
Information regarding the application<br />
process can be found at: www.ou.edu/<br />
admissions/home/requirements/<br />
international.html.<br />
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Oklahoma State University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Students & Scholars<br />
250 Student Union, Stillwater, OK 74078 United States<br />
T: +1 405 744 5459<br />
F: +1 405 744 8120<br />
E: www.admissions-iss@okstate.edu<br />
<strong>International</strong> Admissions: www.iss.okstate.edu/intl<br />
Oklahoma State University in Stillwater,<br />
Oklahoma, has more than 450<br />
undergraduate and graduate degrees<br />
and options across its nine different<br />
colleges, as well as professional<br />
degree programs in medicine and<br />
veterinary medicine.<br />
With 114 countries represented,<br />
OSU is one of the best institutions<br />
for receiving high quality education<br />
at an affordable cost. OSU has<br />
been recognized as one of America’s<br />
Best College Buys in the annual<br />
U.S. News & World Report rankings.<br />
Plus, <strong>The</strong> Princeton Review named<br />
OSU as one of the best higher<br />
educational institutions in the<br />
western United States.<br />
OSU has more than 23,000 students,<br />
including international students from<br />
every continent. OSU offers the<br />
facilities and technology you would<br />
expect in a comprehensive, research<br />
institution, but the 840-acre campus<br />
is small enough to offer a personal<br />
and friendly atmosphere. OSU offers<br />
25 residence halls and over 30<br />
dining options. Students can choose<br />
between four unique living styles<br />
including traditional halls, suites with<br />
private bedrooms and bathrooms and<br />
apartment style housing. Over $200<br />
million has been spent in housing<br />
renovations since 2000.<br />
In addition, OSU’s Residential Life<br />
programs have won more national<br />
awards than any other residential<br />
life program in the nation, including<br />
“School of the Year” honors three<br />
times. Learning Communities<br />
and Special Interest Housing give<br />
students the opportunity to live with<br />
others who share their interests or<br />
degree programs. Students can<br />
take classes together, participate in<br />
campus activities and access special<br />
programs. Housed within the world’s<br />
largest Student Union are more than<br />
400 student organizations on the<br />
OSU campus, so you’ll be sure to<br />
find a variety of ways to participate.<br />
Services for <strong>International</strong> Students<br />
<strong>The</strong> Office of <strong>International</strong> Students<br />
& Scholars (ISS) assists the University<br />
and its international community<br />
with a variety of services including<br />
international student orientation,<br />
advising and assisting students<br />
on university policy, immigration<br />
regulations and employment, as<br />
well as helping to facilitate cultural<br />
awareness in the community.<br />
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Since its founding in<br />
1890, OSU graduates have<br />
gone on to be heads of<br />
state, leaders of industry,<br />
presidents of universities,<br />
and university faculty<br />
members in countries<br />
around the world.<br />
In addition, international undergraduate<br />
admission is handled within the ISS<br />
office, helping to foster a seamless<br />
process between admission and<br />
immigration.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Spring Semester: January<br />
Summer Semester: June<br />
Fall Semester: August<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
<strong>International</strong> undergraduate students<br />
must provide a financial guarantee<br />
of US$33,850. This includes the<br />
estimated expenses for tuition<br />
and fees; room and board; medical<br />
insurance; books and supplies; and<br />
personal expenses.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Students must have an overall<br />
2.25 GPA.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL score of 61 iBT, 500 PBT;<br />
IELTS score of 6.0<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
OSU accepts several of the <strong>GAC</strong><br />
modules for academic credit. OSU<br />
may accept up to 34 credit hours.<br />
Please contact us to see how your<br />
courses may transfer.<br />
Information regarding scholarship<br />
opportunities for international students<br />
may be found at: www.union.okstate.<br />
edu/iss/scholarships.pdf<br />
How to Apply<br />
Information regarding the application<br />
process can be found at:<br />
www.iss.okstate.edu/apply.<br />
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University of Redlands<br />
1200 East Colton Ave P.O Box 3080<br />
Redlands, CA 92373 United States<br />
T: +1 909 793 2121<br />
www.redlands.edu/prospectivestudents/375.aspx<br />
Founded in 1907, <strong>The</strong> University of<br />
Redlands is a top ranked private<br />
liberal arts and sciences university.<br />
Edward Fiske, former editor of<br />
<strong>The</strong> New York Times, describes our<br />
innovative academic community as<br />
“a pre-professional institute, a liberal<br />
arts college and an alternative school<br />
all in one.” We have one of the lowest<br />
student/faculty ratios at 11 students<br />
to one faculty member, as well as one<br />
of the highest percentages of classes<br />
with fewer than 20 students.<br />
Small class size creates a strong<br />
sense of community and family,<br />
Kara Babb, M.A: <strong>International</strong><br />
Recruiting Consultant/UR Alumna<br />
kara_babb@redlands.edu<br />
Jack Osborn, LL.B., LL.M.:<br />
Hunsaker Chair of Management,<br />
Jack_osborn@redlands.edu<br />
which is important for undergraduates<br />
studying far from their families.<br />
Forbes magazine ranks Redlands in<br />
the top 5 percent of America’s Best<br />
Colleges 2012, ahead of Loyola<br />
Marymount University, University<br />
of San Diego, University of San<br />
Francisco. According to <strong>The</strong> Princeton<br />
Review 2012 edition of its college<br />
guide, <strong>The</strong> Best 373 Colleges,<br />
Redlands is again one of the country’s<br />
best institutions for undergraduate<br />
education.<br />
Twelve of our seniors have received<br />
Fulbright Scholarships in the past<br />
five years. Fulbright awards are the<br />
highest and most competitive awards<br />
for overseas research or teaching<br />
given each year by the US State<br />
Department, to graduating university<br />
seniors. Since winning our first awards,<br />
the cumulative total of applications<br />
to awards is 31 percent, exceeding<br />
the vast majority of major institutions.<br />
Since winning our first award five years<br />
ago, we have been distinguished by<br />
twice being named by Fulbright as a<br />
top producer of these awards; Most<br />
recently in 2012.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
Nationally recognized departments of<br />
Accounting, Global Business, Business<br />
Administration, Biology, Chemistry,<br />
Mathematics, Government, Creative<br />
Writing, Music, Communicative<br />
Disorders and <strong>International</strong> Relations.<br />
For a complete list of majors and<br />
programs, please visit:<br />
www.redlands.edu/academics/<br />
college-of-arts-sciences/<br />
undergraduate-studies.aspx<br />
Where excellence in all<br />
aspects of university life,<br />
academics, sports and<br />
service is promoted and<br />
honored – that is the<br />
Redlands experience.<br />
www.redlands.edu<br />
Location<br />
<strong>The</strong> UR is located in Redlands,<br />
California, a small town of<br />
approximately 70,000. It’s only one<br />
hour from the ocean and ski resorts,<br />
and 45 minutes to the major cultural<br />
venues of both Los Angeles and<br />
Orange County.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
<strong>The</strong> UR is a four-year university on<br />
the semester system. Classes begin<br />
in September and end in May.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Tuition: US$37,002<br />
Room & Board: US$11,206<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
3.3<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL: minimum 81 iBT, 213 CBT,<br />
550 PBT, or other university-approved<br />
tests. <strong>ACT</strong>: 22 – 27<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
80 percent of Redlands students<br />
receive merit scholarships or<br />
financial aid.<br />
How to Apply<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Redlands processes<br />
applications on a “rolling” basis, which<br />
means that you can be accepted<br />
anytime throughout admission season.<br />
However, we encourage students to<br />
apply as early as possible. Beginning<br />
in September, applicants can apply via<br />
Common App which can be found on<br />
the UR website.<br />
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Saint Mary’s College of California<br />
Saint Mary’s College of California<br />
1928 Saint Mary’s Road, PO Box 4800<br />
Moraga, CA 94575-4800 United States<br />
T: +1 925 631 4224<br />
F: +1 925 376 7193<br />
E: international@stmarys-ca.edu<br />
<strong>The</strong> College is proud to be one of<br />
the most diverse private Catholic and<br />
Lasallian colleges in the US. We are<br />
home to students from more than<br />
30 countries and 40 states. With<br />
over 2,800 full-time undergraduate<br />
students, Saint Mary’s College of<br />
California is large enough to offer many<br />
opportunities for academic challenges<br />
and recreational opportunities, but<br />
small enough where students feel at<br />
home. Average class sizes are very<br />
small at 21 students with professors<br />
teaching all classes. Saint Mary’s<br />
personalized education will give<br />
you the opportunity to learn from<br />
professors, work and study with fellow<br />
students and excel in your chosen<br />
academic discipline.<br />
Faculty members are experts in their<br />
respective fields and are dedicated<br />
to their primary role as teachers.<br />
<strong>The</strong> collaborative classroom<br />
environment fosters shared ideas<br />
and in-depth exploration.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 150-year-old liberal arts college<br />
is located in the Moraga valley, 32<br />
kilometres – 20 miles – east of San<br />
Francisco, in one of the safest towns<br />
in California. We are a community<br />
with an invigorating mix of cultures,<br />
histories, and ways of thinking.<br />
Graduates enter post-baccalaureate<br />
programs at a rate of 30 percent<br />
immediately; 90 percent of the pre-med<br />
students successfully gain admission to<br />
medical school<br />
Saint Mary’s College Museum of Art<br />
is the only accredited art museum in<br />
the local county. <strong>The</strong> Gallery recently<br />
received a substantial donation of Andy<br />
Warhol photographs for its permanent<br />
collection.<br />
Student services include academic<br />
advising and tutoring, a career<br />
center, counseling, student health and<br />
wellness centers, a women’s resource<br />
centre, and recreational centers<br />
Degree Programs<br />
Economics and Business Administration;<br />
Liberal Arts; Science; and Education.<br />
Forty undergraduate and preprofessional<br />
degrees are offered.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Fall term begins in August, the monthlong<br />
January Term begins in January,<br />
and the spring term begins in February.<br />
<strong>The</strong> academic year ends in late May.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are limited course offerings<br />
during summer school.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> 150-year-old liberal<br />
arts college is located<br />
in the Moraga valley,<br />
32 kilometres – 20 miles<br />
– east of San Francisco,<br />
in one of the safest towns<br />
in California.<br />
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Tuition Fees<br />
Estimated 2012 -13 tuition fees<br />
for undergraduate studies start at<br />
US$38,300. Housing, meals, books,<br />
and mandatory health insurance are<br />
estimated at US$16,000. Personal<br />
spending money is not included in<br />
these amounts.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> Grade Point Average 2.9;<br />
Merit scholarship consideration begins<br />
at 3.3 GPA. <strong>The</strong> <strong>ACT</strong> is not required,<br />
but recommended. Students are<br />
not required to be Catholic to enter<br />
the College.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL score 79 iBT, 213 CBT,<br />
550 PBT; IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.<br />
Credits & Scholarships<br />
Limited scholarships based on merit<br />
(academic excellence) are available<br />
for non-US passport holders. <strong>The</strong>se<br />
are awarded upon admission; no<br />
additional application is required.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Complete the Common Application at:<br />
www.commonapp.org.<br />
Submit: transcripts, test scores,<br />
letter of recommendation and<br />
Certificate of Finance.<br />
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Southern Oregon University<br />
Southern Oregon University’s<br />
student-centred degree<br />
programs provide<br />
international students<br />
a very high quality<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
education based on their<br />
1250 Siskiyou Blvd.<br />
Ashland, OR 97520<br />
United States<br />
individual backgrounds<br />
and requirements.<br />
T: +1 541 552 6336<br />
E: +intprogs@sou.edu www.sou.edu/admissions/international/<br />
Southern Oregon University is the<br />
public liberal arts university of the<br />
West and has been widely recognized<br />
for its excellence. SOU has been<br />
named one of the West’s best regional<br />
universities by U.S. News & World<br />
Report and has also been praised by<br />
<strong>The</strong> Washington Monthly Magazine,<br />
which placed SOU among the top<br />
30 percent of masters universities.<br />
Recently, SOU was even selected as<br />
a “hidden gem” in higher education<br />
by <strong>The</strong> New York Times. As a public<br />
institution, SOU prides itself on<br />
providing quality undergraduate and<br />
graduate education that is affordable,<br />
accessible, and inclusive.<br />
SOU students can choose from<br />
36 majors and 100 programs in<br />
Business, the Arts and Sciences,<br />
and Education. Additionally, SOU<br />
provides students real world<br />
experience and the opportunity<br />
to connect with professors directly<br />
through internships, capstone<br />
projects, and undergraduate research.<br />
SOU’s location in Ashland, Oregon,<br />
is an ideal college town setting.<br />
Ashland is considered one of the<br />
most desirable places to live in<br />
America. <strong>The</strong> city has also been<br />
named one of the 10 Best Small<br />
Towns in America by Outside<br />
Magazine.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
Over 100 areas of study including<br />
Business, Engineering, Chemistry,<br />
Computer Science, Performing Arts<br />
and many more.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Fall: Late September<br />
Winter: Early January<br />
Spring: Late March<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
General Tuition and fees for<br />
2011 – 2012 about US$16,700<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall GPA of 2.25<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL iBT 68 or 520 PBT;<br />
IELTS 5.5<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Several merit based scholarships are<br />
available ranging from US$5,000 to<br />
US$9,000<br />
How to Apply<br />
Complete easy online application,<br />
submit official transcripts and test<br />
scores.<br />
www.sou.edu/admissions/<br />
international/freshman.html.<br />
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Founded in 1826, SUNY Fredonia<br />
combines classic liberal arts with<br />
contemporary academic innovations<br />
and a distinctive “college-town”<br />
feel. It’s small enough to provide<br />
personalized attention from world-class,<br />
world educated faculty, yet large<br />
enough to offer 80 undergraduate<br />
programs in the arts, humanities, and<br />
the natural and social sciences, as<br />
well as professional programs, and<br />
master’s and advanced certificate<br />
programs in many areas. Faculty<br />
and professional staff provide a high<br />
quality educational experience through<br />
classroom teaching and performance<br />
and research opportunities.<br />
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SUNY Fredonia –<br />
180 years of academic<br />
State University of New York (SUNY), Fredonia Campus<br />
excellence shaping<br />
<strong>International</strong> Education Center, State University of New York<br />
future leaders<br />
280 Central Avenue – 8 LoGrasso Hall<br />
Fredonia, NY 14063 United States<br />
T: +1 716 673 3451<br />
F: +1 716 673 3175<br />
E: mary.sasso@fredonia.edu www.fredonia.edu/internationaleducation/iss<br />
Small class sizes reflect our dedication<br />
to a personal approach in helping you<br />
to achieve your educational goals.<br />
SUNY Fredonia is committed to<br />
attracting a diverse and academically<br />
accomplished students and faculty.<br />
Our fine and performing arts programs<br />
operate in the I.M. Pei designed<br />
Rockefeller Arts Center, which has<br />
hosted numerous national and<br />
international artists, such as renowned<br />
cellist Yo Yo Ma and Guitar Hero<br />
creator Kartick Bala.<br />
Our university is currently ranked<br />
7th in the United States for our<br />
exemplary four-year graduation rate<br />
and 10th Best College in the North<br />
by U.S. News & World Report, and<br />
the demonstrated achievement of<br />
Fredonia graduates Karl Holz, CEO<br />
and President of Disney Cruise Line<br />
and Vacations; Mary McDonnell,<br />
“Dances with Wolves” Academy Award<br />
nominee; and Carol Stanley, President<br />
of Stash Sporting Goods, proves that<br />
SUNY Fredonia delivers on its motto:<br />
“Where Success is a Tradition.”<br />
Degree Programs<br />
80 degree programs in the following<br />
faculties: Biology, Chemistry, Computer<br />
Science, Communication, Education,<br />
English, History, Languages, Music,<br />
Philosophy, Physics, Political Science,<br />
Sociology, Speech Pathology, <strong>The</strong>atre<br />
& Dance, Visual Arts & New Media<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Fall Semester:<br />
Late August to mid December<br />
Spring Semester:<br />
Late January to mid May<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
3.0 on a 4.0 scale<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> Level 3 English Modules –<br />
C Grade<br />
Credits<br />
Students can earn up to 33<br />
undergraduate credits through the<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> program which can be used<br />
towards degree requirements.<br />
Scholarships<br />
President’s <strong>International</strong> Student<br />
Award – US$5,000 per year equally<br />
distributed (US$2,500) in the fall<br />
and spring semesters.<br />
Eligibility: F-1 or J-1 undergraduate<br />
freshman or transfer students with a<br />
minimum high school average of 90<br />
percent, 24 <strong>ACT</strong> or a 3.50 college GPA.<br />
How to Apply<br />
To apply to SUNY Fredonia, start<br />
by submitting the online Common<br />
Application at www.commonapp.org<br />
or the online SUNY Application at<br />
www.suny.edu/gosuny/index.cfm<br />
<strong>The</strong>n follow up by sending official<br />
high school and college transcripts,<br />
proof of financial support, and proof<br />
of English proficiency.<br />
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PERTH<br />
Curtin University<br />
Edith Cowan University<br />
Murdoch University<br />
PERTH<br />
MELBOURNE<br />
Cambridge <strong>International</strong> College<br />
Deakin University<br />
La Trobe University<br />
Monash College<br />
RMIT University<br />
Swinburne University of Technology<br />
Victoria University of Technology<br />
NORTH SYDNEY<br />
Australian Catholic University<br />
WESTERN SYDNEY<br />
University of Western Sydney<br />
SYDNEY<br />
Macquarie University<br />
University of New South Wales<br />
HOBART<br />
BALLARAT<br />
University of Ballarat<br />
HOBART<br />
University of Tasmania<br />
ADELAIDE<br />
Flinders University<br />
University of South Australia<br />
TOOWOOMBA<br />
ARMIDALE<br />
TOOWOOMBA<br />
University of<br />
Southern Queensland<br />
BRISBANE<br />
Griffith University<br />
GOLD COAST<br />
Bond University<br />
Griffith University<br />
QIBT<br />
ROCKHAMPTON<br />
CQUniversity<br />
ROCKHAMPTON<br />
BRISBANE<br />
GOLD COAST<br />
DUBBO ORANGE<br />
BATHURST<br />
NEWCASTLE<br />
WAGGA WAGGA<br />
SYDNEY<br />
ADELAIDE<br />
BALLARAT<br />
ALBURY<br />
WOLLONGONG<br />
MELBOURNE<br />
Note:<br />
Most Australian universities have several campuses. Only the first or main campus of each university is shown on the map.<br />
ARMIDALE<br />
University of New England<br />
BATHURST<br />
Charles Sturt University<br />
NEWCASTLE<br />
University of Newcastle<br />
WOLLONGONG<br />
University of Wollongong<br />
Study in Australia<br />
Australian universities offer a stimulating environment<br />
for students from around the world to gain valuable skills,<br />
experience and qualifications.<br />
Australia has an international reputation<br />
for excellence in all areas of education<br />
and training. Australian universities are<br />
widely recognized for excellence in<br />
many disciplines, and institutions deliver<br />
practical and career-oriented training so<br />
graduates can be confident they have<br />
the skills demanded by employers.<br />
Australian universities offer a<br />
stimulating environment for students<br />
from around the world to gain valuable<br />
skills, experiences and qualifications.<br />
<strong>International</strong> students from over 180<br />
countries enroll in higher education<br />
courses in Australia, preparing to<br />
launch their careers around the world.<br />
<strong>International</strong>ization of higher education<br />
and research is of great importance<br />
globally, and Australian universities are<br />
major participants in international<br />
education and research projects and<br />
initiatives. <strong>The</strong>y recruit academic staff<br />
from around the world who are leading<br />
experts in their fields.<br />
Higher education in Australia is made<br />
up of two sectors: the university<br />
sector and the vocational education<br />
sector, both comprising public and<br />
private institutions. You can choose<br />
from a vast range of courses including<br />
traditional academic areas of learning<br />
and research, as well as more practical<br />
courses with a vocational orientation.<br />
Each of Australia’s universities and<br />
vocational colleges has its own<br />
strengths and areas of specialization,<br />
giving you a wide choice and access<br />
to the latest technology and research<br />
in your chosen field.<br />
Bachelor degrees generally take<br />
three years to complete, although<br />
specialised degrees such as Medicine<br />
or Engineering can take from four to<br />
six years. <strong>International</strong> students are<br />
required to study full–time under the<br />
Australian government’s student<br />
visa regulations.<br />
In Australia, students take an<br />
active role in the learning process.<br />
<strong>Universities</strong> place great importance on<br />
developing the ability to think creatively<br />
and independently, read widely and<br />
critically, participate in debate and<br />
function in teams. <strong>The</strong>se skills will<br />
give you an edge in a competitive<br />
and ever-changing world.<br />
Australian students enjoy balancing<br />
study commitments with leisure time<br />
spent outdoors enjoying the fresh air<br />
and often-warm weather. <strong>The</strong> rewards<br />
of studying at an Australian university<br />
are endless. Develop your potential<br />
in an innovative, flexible, yet supportive<br />
learning environment while you enjoy<br />
Australia’s unique environment.<br />
Gain an internationally recognized<br />
qualification that will open doors for<br />
your future.<br />
Australian universities will challenge<br />
and reward you academically,<br />
personally and professionally.<br />
For more information, visit:<br />
www.studyinaustralia.gov.au<br />
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Australian <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA and English Proficiency needed as at December 31 2012 +<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> University Location TOEFL iBT /IELTS Overall<br />
requirements only, check websites for<br />
further details.<br />
* some courses may require a higher English level. ** some courses may require a higher GPA.<br />
+ Correct at time of printing and subject to change. <strong>Universities</strong> change their admissions policies<br />
from time to time, and also reserve the right to refuse admission due to lack of course availability.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduates may also apply to ANY university with their <strong>GAC</strong> transcript and may be accepted.<br />
GPA for entry. Note: No credit<br />
transfers are available from<br />
Australian universities.<br />
Australian Catholic University Sydney IELTS 6.0–7.0 2.6 for undergraduate programs that<br />
do not have competitive entry<br />
University of Ballarat Ballarat iBT 79 / 6.0 (no score less than 5.5) Pass** Relevant subjects need to be<br />
passed to an "acceptable" standard.<br />
Bond University Gold Coast No IELTS necessary 2.6 (3.6 for Law. No direct entry into<br />
Medical program.)<br />
Cambridge <strong>International</strong><br />
College<br />
Website<br />
www.acu.edu.au<br />
www.ballarat.edu.au<br />
www.bond.edu.au<br />
Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth No IELTS necessary 2.0 (all Bachelor of Business degrees) www.cambridgecollege.<br />
com.au<br />
CQUniversity Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne,<br />
Sydney and Rockhampton<br />
Charles Sturt University Albury, Bathurst, Dubbo,<br />
Orange and Wagga Wagga<br />
iBT 79, 550 PBT / 6.0<br />
(no band less than 5.5)<br />
iBT 80, PBT 550 / 6.0<br />
(no band less than 5.5)<br />
Curtin University Perth and Sydney iBT 90 (min 22 in each section) / 6.5 with<br />
min 6.0 in all bands<br />
Pass www.cqu.edu.au<br />
Case-by-case basis www.csu.edu.au<br />
2.6 international.curtin.edu.au<br />
Deakin University Melbourne iBT 79, PBT 550 / 6.0 in all bands* 2.6 min** www.deakin.edu.au<br />
Edith Cowan University Perth iBT 70, PBT 550 / 6.0 in all bands* 2.3–4.0 www.ecu.edu.au<br />
Flinders University Adelaide iBT 75, / 6.0 overall & in Speaking & Writing* 2.3** www.flinders.edu.au<br />
Griffith University Gold Coast and Brisbane 6.0 (for program specific IELTS Minimum<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> overall grade of C+ or grade point<br />
average of 2.3 (on a 4 point scale) for<br />
standard entry programs.<br />
La Trobe University Melbourne and Albury from IELTS 6.0 (see international<br />
undergraduate guide)<br />
Macquarie University Sydney IELTS: Minimum 6.5 with 6.0 in each<br />
band.* iBT: Minimum 90 overall, with 20<br />
Listening, 20 Reading, 22 Writing, 20<br />
Speaking.*<br />
Minimum <strong>GAC</strong> overall grade of C+ or<br />
grade point average of 2.3 (on a 4 point<br />
scale) for standard entry programs.<br />
www.griffith.edu.au/<br />
international<br />
from 2.3 (see international<br />
undergraduate guide)<br />
www.latrobe.edu.au<br />
Case-by-case basis www.international.mq.edu.au<br />
Murdoch University Perth No IELTS necessary 2.6 for minimum entry courses** www.murdoch.edu.au<br />
Navitas Sydney and other centres Not specified 55 –70% for entry into Diploma courses www.navitas.com<br />
QIBT Gold Coast D in English Modules 65% for entry into Diploma courses, with<br />
65% in appropriate modules for Diploma<br />
of choice (see www.qibt.qld.edu.au/index.<br />
php.how-to-apply/entry-requirements/<br />
academic-requirements.html)<br />
www.qibt.qld.edu.au<br />
University of Newcastle Newcastle iBT 80, PBT 525 / 6.0 in all bands* 2.6 www.newcastle.edu.au<br />
University of New England Armidale iBT 79, CBT 213 / 6.0 in all bands Pass www.une.edu.au<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of<br />
New South Wales<br />
Sydney iBT 90, 577 with 5.0 in TWE / 6.5 with<br />
minimum 6.0 in all bands<br />
RMIT University Melbourne iBT 92, 580 with 4.5 in TWE / 6.5 with no<br />
band less than 6.0<br />
University of<br />
South Australia<br />
University of<br />
Southern Queensland<br />
Swinburne University of<br />
Technology<br />
Case-by-case basis www.unsw.edu.au<br />
2.6 – 3.3 www.rmit.edu.au/<br />
international<br />
Adelaide IELTS 6.0 with 6.0 in Reading and Writing 2.6 (3.0 for Journalism, Psychology, Arts, www.unisa.edu.au<br />
Architectural Studies, Early Childhood<br />
Education, Junior Primary, Primary<br />
and Middle Education) (Health Science<br />
programs assessed individually)<br />
Toowoomba and Gold Coast iBT 80, 550 PBT / 6.0 Pass (Arts, Business, Education,<br />
Science) pass + pass Level 3 maths<br />
(Engineering + surveying)<br />
www.usq.edu.au<br />
Melbourne iBT 80, PBT 550 / 6.0 in all bands 2.3 minimum** www.swin.edu.au<br />
University of Tasmania Hobart iBT 80, PBT 550 / 6.0 with no band less<br />
than 5.5<br />
Victoria University of<br />
Technology<br />
University of<br />
Western Sydney<br />
2.0 minimum** www.utas.edu.au<br />
Melbourne iBT 80, PBT 550, 6.0 in all bands 2.3** Courses in Arts, Education,<br />
Human Development, Business,<br />
Health, Engineering and Science.<br />
Law requires 3.3.<br />
Western Sydney iBT 89, PBT 575, IELTS 6.5,<br />
or 75% in <strong>GAC</strong>015<br />
(if studied in Aust)<br />
2.3 (Arts and Social Science) 2.6 + 70%<br />
maths level 3 (Business and Environment)<br />
3.0 (Communication) 2.6 (Tourism,<br />
Teaching, Int Studies, Languages)<br />
www.vu.edu.au<br />
www.uws.edu.au<br />
University of Wollongong Wollongong iBT 79 / 6.0* 2.0 minimum** www.uow.edu.au<br />
Bond University<br />
Gold Coast<br />
QLD 4229 Australia<br />
T: +61 7 5595 1024<br />
F: +61 7 5595 1015<br />
E: international@bond.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00017B<br />
<strong>The</strong> Bond Advantage<br />
Bond University’s uncompromising<br />
focus on industry relevance and<br />
‘practical’ approach to learning sets<br />
it apart from every other Australian<br />
university. Our small classes, instructed<br />
by highly qualified staff, enable students<br />
to receive more individualized attention<br />
and personal assistance with their work.<br />
Bond has a genuine commitment<br />
to each individual by offering a<br />
personalized learning environment and<br />
the smallest class sizes in Australia<br />
(10:1 student faculty ratio). Studying<br />
in small classes, students have oneon-one<br />
access to Australia’s leading<br />
academics. With less than 5,000<br />
students on campus, teachers are<br />
able to offer a mentoring role where<br />
they know each student’s abilities and<br />
aspirations. Teachers also use their<br />
global business and industry networks<br />
to help students secure internships<br />
to complement their university<br />
qualifications with relevant practical<br />
experience. <strong>The</strong>se internships may<br />
be in Australia or they could be on<br />
the other side of the world: in the<br />
Australian embassy in Paris, for<br />
instance; or a German research<br />
laboratory; or a movie production<br />
company in the United States.<br />
Bond University is the smart choice<br />
to bring your ambition to life. Bond’s<br />
graduates are well prepared for<br />
employment and are able to hit the<br />
ground running (have an advantage<br />
over other students).<br />
Degree Programs<br />
Bond offers a range of undergraduate<br />
and postgraduate degrees through the<br />
following areas:<br />
• Faculty of Business<br />
• Faculty of Health Science<br />
and Medicine<br />
• Faculty of Humanities and<br />
Social Sciences<br />
• Faculty of Law<br />
• Institute of Sustainable<br />
Development and Architecture<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Bond has three, 14-week semesters<br />
each year. Most programs have intakes<br />
in January, May and September.<br />
Semester 1: January – April<br />
Semester 2: May – August<br />
Semester 3: September – December<br />
By undertaking three semesters<br />
per year, students can complete a<br />
bachelor’s degree in just two years and<br />
gain a head start on their peers in the<br />
ultra-competitive careers market.<br />
As a fully independent<br />
teaching and research<br />
institution, Bond University<br />
offers a unique and<br />
personalized educational<br />
experience, specifically<br />
designed to challenge<br />
students to be the very best<br />
that they can be.<br />
www.bond.edu.au<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Paid on a per subject basis. Fees for<br />
a bachelor degree start at A$15,280<br />
per semester, total degree fees start<br />
at A$91,680. Fees are the same for<br />
international and Australian students.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> Grade Point Average<br />
2.6 (3.6 for Law). No direct entry to<br />
the Medical program.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
No additional English proficiency required.<br />
Scholarships<br />
As part of the prestigious Bond<br />
Scholarship Program, Bond offers<br />
international students a number<br />
of part tuition scholarships and<br />
cash bursaries each semester.<br />
For more information, please visit:<br />
www.bond.edu.au/scholarships<br />
How to Apply<br />
Complete an application form for<br />
admission online at: www.bond.edu.<br />
au/apply. <strong>The</strong>re is no fee for applying to<br />
study at Bond University.<br />
Include certified/notarized copies of<br />
supporting documentation as well<br />
as official translations. Documents<br />
should arrive no later than one month<br />
prior to the commencement of the<br />
relevant semester.<br />
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Curtin University<br />
GPO Box S1512<br />
Perth, WA 6845 Australia<br />
T: +61 8 9266 7331<br />
F: +61 8 9266 2605 / 4013<br />
E: international@curtin.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00301J<br />
www.international.curtin.edu.au<br />
Western Australia’s largest and most<br />
multicultural university, Curtin is a<br />
vibrant international organisation<br />
welcoming more than 50,000<br />
students from over 130 countries.<br />
Acknowledged globally for our<br />
commitment to cultural diversity and<br />
international engagement, Curtin is<br />
recognised by the 2012 QS World<br />
University Rankings as being among<br />
the world’s top 300 universities, as well<br />
as the world’s top 50 universities aged<br />
under 50 and number one in the state.<br />
Located six kilometres from the centre<br />
of the Western Australian capital city of<br />
Perth, Curtin’s Bentley Campus is the<br />
flagship of several in the Asia-Pacific<br />
region. Our other campuses include<br />
Sydney, Singapore, and Sarawak,<br />
and we have partnership agreements<br />
to deliver courses at education<br />
institutions in countries such as Hong<br />
Kong, Vietnam and China.<br />
Curtin University is Western Australia’s largest university, with a<br />
commitment to innovation and excellence in teaching and research.<br />
Curtin University Sydney<br />
Curtin House<br />
39-47 Regent Street<br />
Chippendale, NSW 2008 Australia<br />
T: +61 2 8399 7888<br />
F: +61 2 8399 7899<br />
E: info@sydney.curtin.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 02637B<br />
Curtin Sarawak<br />
CDT 250, 98009<br />
Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia<br />
T: +60 85 44 3939<br />
F: +60 85 44 3838<br />
E: enquiries@curtin.edu.my<br />
www.sydney.curtin.edu.au www.curtin.edu.my<br />
Curtin’s courses are offered at<br />
undergraduate, postgraduate and<br />
doctoral levels and are delivered through<br />
the study areas of business, humanities,<br />
health sciences, and science and<br />
engineering. Combining theory with<br />
practical study and often incorporating<br />
relevant industry placements, our<br />
programs are linked closely with industry<br />
to take you beyond the classroom<br />
and into the real world. Courses can<br />
be tailored to your own needs, with<br />
opportunities to transfer between<br />
campuses, study online, and more. It’s<br />
this commitment to providing flexibility<br />
and practical experience that means<br />
you’ll graduate from Curtin with the skills<br />
and knowledge you’ll need to launch<br />
your career anywhere in the world.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• Bentley Campus<br />
Curtin Business School<br />
Humanities; Science and Engineering;<br />
Health Sciences<br />
• Curtin Sydney<br />
Curtin Business School<br />
• Curtin Sarawak<br />
<strong>The</strong> Learning Centre<br />
Foundation and Continuing<br />
Studies; Business; Media, Culture<br />
and Communication; Engineering<br />
and Science; Postgraduate studies<br />
• Curtin Singapore<br />
Business, Health Sciences,<br />
Humanities<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Curtin University, Bentley<br />
Semester 1: February–June<br />
Semester 2: July–November<br />
Curtin Sydney and Singapore<br />
Semester 1: March–June<br />
Semester 2: July–October<br />
Summer Semester: November–February<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Vary, depending on the course of<br />
study. For full details, please visit:<br />
courses.curtin.edu.au. <strong>International</strong><br />
undergraduate students usually pay<br />
from A$23,400 to A$171,000.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>GAC</strong> GPA is 2.6<br />
Curtin Singapore<br />
92 Jalan Rajah<br />
Singapore 329162<br />
T: +65 6593 8000<br />
F: +65 6593 8001<br />
E: info@curtin.edu.sg<br />
www.curtin.edu.sg<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Students who have completed the<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> within Australia are not required<br />
to submit separate evidence of English<br />
competence. However, students from<br />
offshore need:<br />
IELTS 6.0 in all bands; TOEFL 80 iBT<br />
(20 in each section); 550 PBT; minimum<br />
test of written English (TWE) 5.0.*<br />
As of Semester 2 2013, requirements<br />
will be IELTS overall 6.5 (minimum 6.0<br />
in each band); TOEFL iBT 90 (minimum<br />
22 in each section).<br />
*Some courses require higher English entry<br />
scores. Please visit: courses.curtin.edu.au<br />
and search for your course of interest to see<br />
specific entry requirements.<br />
Credits & Scholarships<br />
Credit towards a Curtin qualification<br />
may be granted to applicants with<br />
qualifications from other accredited<br />
educational institutions, including<br />
polytechnics or universities. Students<br />
may apply for Recognition of Prior<br />
Learning (RPL) if they have covered<br />
the work in other academic areas or<br />
have undertaken relevant employment<br />
activities. RPL is assessed on a<br />
case-by-case basis.<br />
For the most up-to-date information<br />
about scholarships available to<br />
international students, please visit:<br />
scholarships.curtin.edu.au/international/<br />
undergraduate.cfm.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Students can apply online at:<br />
international.curtin.edu.au/apply-online.<br />
htm<br />
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Griffith University<br />
Nathan Campus, Griffith University<br />
170 Kessels Road, Nathan<br />
Brisbane, Queensland 4111 Australia<br />
T: +61 7 3735 6425<br />
E: international@griffith.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00233E<br />
Since opening its doors in 1975,<br />
Griffith University has grown to become<br />
a large, multi-campus university with<br />
more than 3,500 full time staff and<br />
over 300 degrees on offer. Griffith is<br />
experiencing unprecedented growth<br />
and is currently undergoing a $320<br />
million facility upgrade across its five<br />
campuses.<br />
In 2012 Griffith was placed in the top<br />
5% of global universities on three of<br />
the major and most credible world<br />
university rankings: Academic Ranking<br />
of World <strong>Universities</strong> (ARWU), QS<br />
World University Rankings and the<br />
Times HE World University Ranking.<br />
Griffith is home to over 44,000<br />
students including more than 11,000<br />
international students from 131<br />
nations. World-class academic staff<br />
and more than 230 exchange and<br />
www.griffith.edu.au/international<br />
academic agreements with other<br />
institutions around the globe ensure<br />
Griffith graduates are provided a truly<br />
international qualification.<br />
Griffith’s five campuses are located<br />
in the nation’s fastest growth<br />
region, the Brisbane-Gold Coast<br />
corridor. Students can enjoy easy<br />
access to Brisbane’s social, cultural<br />
and recreational facilities and the<br />
attractions of Queensland’s top<br />
surfside tourist destination.<br />
With on-campus accommodation<br />
available, a comprehensive range<br />
of free support services, and a<br />
subtropical climate with an average of<br />
300 days of sunshine per year, Griffith<br />
is the perfect location to combine<br />
study with a great lifestyle.<br />
Areas of study include:<br />
• Accounting, finance and economics<br />
• Business and marketing<br />
• Dentistry and oral health<br />
• Education<br />
• Engineering<br />
• Environment<br />
• Humanities, languages and<br />
linguistics<br />
• Information technology<br />
• <strong>International</strong> business and Asian<br />
studies<br />
• Law, criminology and criminal justice<br />
• Medicine & medical science<br />
• Nursing and midwifery<br />
• Pharmacy<br />
• Public health & social work<br />
• Science<br />
• Tourism, leisure, hotel and sport<br />
management<br />
• Visual and creative arts.<br />
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Ranked in the top 5% of<br />
universities worldwide,<br />
Griffith offers a world-class<br />
education experience in one<br />
of the world’s most beautiful<br />
locations.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Semester 1: February – July<br />
Semester 2: July – November<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
2013 undergraduate tuition fees at<br />
Griffith University start at $17,025<br />
per annum. For full fee information<br />
please visit the programs and<br />
courses website: www.griffith.edu.au/<br />
programs-courses.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Minimum <strong>GAC</strong> overall grade of C+<br />
or grade point average of 2.3 (on<br />
a 4 point scale) for standard entry<br />
programs.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
English language requirements vary<br />
between programs. For full details<br />
on the English language entry<br />
requirements by course, please refer<br />
to the programs and courses website:<br />
www.griffith.edu.au/programs-courses.<br />
Scholarships<br />
Griffith <strong>International</strong> offers scholarship<br />
schemes for international students<br />
undertaking undergraduate and<br />
postgraduate study. For more<br />
information on available scholarships,<br />
please visit www.griffith.edu.au/<br />
international/scholarships-finance.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Visit www.griffith.edu.au/international/<br />
how-to-apply where you can apply<br />
online, download an application form,<br />
or contact a Griffith Agent to lodge an<br />
application on your behalf.<br />
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Macquarie University<br />
Balaclava Rd,<br />
North Ryde, Sydney, 2109 Australia<br />
T: +61 2 9850 7346<br />
F: +61 2 9850 9198<br />
E: iso@mq.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00002J<br />
Macquarie is Australia’s number<br />
one modern university and 16 in the<br />
world in the QS rankings of world<br />
universities under 50 years of age.<br />
We are renowned for excellence in<br />
interdisciplinary research and teaching,<br />
our unique approach to learning, our<br />
highly skilled graduates, and our firstclass<br />
facilities.<br />
Macquarie’s main campus is located in<br />
the heart of Australia’s largest hightechnology<br />
precinct 15 kms from<br />
the city centre. Our location gives us<br />
outstanding integration with industry,<br />
providing our students with a superior<br />
learning environment, enhanced<br />
internship opportunities, and greater<br />
exposure to the job market prior to<br />
graduation.<br />
Recent investments of more than<br />
$1 billion in facilities and infrastructure<br />
include the most high-tech university<br />
library in Australia and a private<br />
teaching hospital.<br />
Our combination of world-class<br />
interdisciplinary degrees and real-world<br />
learning has resulted in CEOs around<br />
the world ranking Macquarie in the<br />
top 5 Australian universities for their<br />
graduate recruitment.<br />
Areas of Study Include:<br />
• Accounting<br />
• Business<br />
• Education and teaching<br />
• Engineering<br />
• Environment<br />
• Finance<br />
• Information technology<br />
• Languages<br />
• Law<br />
• Health and medical sciences<br />
• Linguistics<br />
• Media and creative arts<br />
• Medicine and surgery (postgraduate)<br />
• Psychology<br />
• Science<br />
• Security and intelligence<br />
(postgraduate)<br />
• Society, history and culture<br />
• Translating and interpreting.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Session 1: February to June<br />
Session 2: July to November<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
<strong>The</strong> tuition fees for international<br />
students at Macquarie University are<br />
set on a per credit point basis, and<br />
are revised each year. This means<br />
that there is a fee for each credit point<br />
in which you are enrolled. To help<br />
you calculate your fees, Macquarie<br />
University publishes an estimated<br />
annual fee for your course, based on<br />
you enrolling in all the required units for<br />
that course in your first year. This can<br />
be found in the online course database<br />
courses.mq.edu.au.<br />
Australia’s number 1<br />
modern university.<br />
www.international.mq.edu.au<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Each course at Macquarie has specific<br />
entry requirements that are listed on<br />
the online course database. Entry to<br />
undergraduate programs is determined<br />
by the Australian Tertiary Admissions<br />
Rank (ATAR). <strong>GAC</strong> graduates can<br />
calculate their equivalent ATAR at<br />
www.international.mq.edu.au/study/<br />
undergraduate/Atar/atar.aspx.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
All international students at Macquarie<br />
University are required to provide<br />
evidence of proficiency in English.<br />
Details regarding English proficiency<br />
can be found here: www.international.<br />
mq.edu.au/applications/apply/english.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Macquarie University <strong>International</strong><br />
Scholarships aim to attract outstanding<br />
students from around the world to<br />
study at Macquarie University. <strong>The</strong>re<br />
are approximately 100 full and partial<br />
scholarships available each year for<br />
undergraduate and postgraduate<br />
students. <strong>The</strong> scholarship is highly<br />
competitive and is awarded on the<br />
basis of academic merit. Learn<br />
more about scholarships at: www.<br />
international.mq.edu.au/scholarships.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Applications close one month prior to<br />
the commencement of classes. Your<br />
application for admission to Macquarie<br />
University will depend on the course in<br />
which you are interested; you can find<br />
further details here: www.international.<br />
mq.edu.au/applications/apply<br />
Apply online to Macquarie University as<br />
an international student: admissions.<br />
mq.edu.au.<br />
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University of South Australia<br />
GPO Box 2471, Adelaide, SA 5001 Australia<br />
T: +61 3 9627 4854<br />
F: +61 8 8302 9121<br />
E: international.office@unisa.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00121B<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of South Australia is<br />
an established, innovative institution<br />
known for its outstanding graduates,<br />
strong research and experience-based<br />
teaching and learning conducted<br />
in partnership with industry and the<br />
professions. <strong>The</strong> University has a<br />
history of more than 150 years and has<br />
the largest student population in South<br />
Australia.<br />
With a degree from the University you<br />
will work effectively in the field you<br />
have chosen because you will have<br />
practised the skills you have been<br />
taught. We call it experience-based<br />
learning. You start by learning the<br />
theory of your chosen profession. <strong>The</strong>n<br />
you get the chance to put what you<br />
learn into practice in supervised clinical<br />
or field placements or industry-based<br />
projects.<br />
Many of our academic staff have forged<br />
successful careers and work closely with<br />
their sector to keep up to date with the<br />
latest knowledge and trends.<br />
Adelaide: <strong>The</strong> Lifestyle Capital<br />
With a population of just over one million<br />
people, Adelaide is a welcoming place<br />
to live and study, and is tolerant of all<br />
religious beliefs and practices. <strong>The</strong> city<br />
is located between white sandy beaches<br />
and the Mount Lofty Ranges.<br />
Research from the Economist<br />
Intelligence Unit (EIU) indicates that<br />
Adelaide is the most affordable mainland<br />
Australian capital city for study. In 2012<br />
the Property Council of Australia ranked<br />
Adelaide as Australia’s most liveable city.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of South Australia’s<br />
Awards and Achievements<br />
• <strong>The</strong> University is ranked in the top<br />
three per cent of more than 10,000<br />
universities worldwide in the 2012 QS<br />
World University Rankings, and ranked<br />
11th in Australia.<br />
• <strong>The</strong> most recent national Excellence<br />
in Research for Australia evaluation<br />
reported that 86 per cent of the<br />
University’s assessed research was<br />
rated world-class or above.<br />
• In 2012 the proportion of the<br />
University’s staff holding doctorate<br />
qualifications is 69 per cent. This is<br />
the highest rate in South Australia<br />
and significantly above the national<br />
average.<br />
• Our Division of Business is one<br />
of only eight business schools in<br />
Australia and 130 in the world to<br />
hold the prestigious European Quality<br />
Improvement System accreditation.<br />
• In the 2012 <strong>International</strong> Student<br />
Barometer, the overall satisfaction of<br />
University of South Australia students<br />
was 89 per cent. In particular, 97 per<br />
cent of international students said they<br />
chose the University because of its<br />
teaching quality.<br />
• <strong>The</strong> University obtains graduate<br />
employment rates above the national<br />
average. In 2011, 79 per cent of its<br />
graduates were in full-time employment.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> University achieves ongoing<br />
recognition at global<br />
level, including being ranked<br />
23rd worldwide (and number<br />
three in Australia) in the QS<br />
World University Rankings<br />
Top 50 institutions aged<br />
under 50.<br />
www.unisa.edu.au/international<br />
www.unisachina.com<br />
Degree Programs<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of South Australia offers<br />
programs in Business, Education, Arts,<br />
Social Sciences, Health Sciences, IT,<br />
Engineering, and the Environment.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Study Period 2 (Semester 1) February<br />
Study Period 5 (Semester 2) July<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual fees from A$19,250 to<br />
A$31,000 in 2013<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> Grade Point Average 2.6 for<br />
most programs. <strong>GAC</strong> Grade point<br />
average 3.0 for Bachelor’s degrees in<br />
Journalism, Psychological Science,<br />
Arts, Architectural Studies, Early<br />
Childhood Education, Junior Primary,<br />
Primary and Middle Education.<br />
Programs in the Division of Health<br />
Sciences will be assessed individually.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Students must meet relevant English<br />
language requirements for each<br />
program.<br />
Scholarships<br />
Refer to: http://www.unisa.edu.au/<br />
Study-at-UniSA/<strong>International</strong>-students/<br />
Scholarships/<br />
How to Apply<br />
Visit: http://www.unisa.edu.au/Studyat-UniSA/<strong>International</strong>-students/Howto-apply/<br />
or contact the international<br />
office as above.<br />
Freecall:<br />
Australia: 1800 1818 58<br />
Northern China: 10800 61 00 245<br />
Southern China: 10800 261 0245<br />
Indonesia: 001 803 61 269<br />
Japan: 0053 161 0011<br />
Taiwan: 00801 611 343<br />
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Swinburne University of Technology<br />
Swinburne <strong>International</strong><br />
Ground floor, Swinburne Place West, Wakefield Street<br />
Hawthorn, VIC 3122 Australia<br />
T: +61 3 8676 7002<br />
E: international@swinburne.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00111D www.swinburne.edu.au/international<br />
Swinburne is a progressive<br />
university offering courses in many<br />
key disciplines. We are committed<br />
to quality teaching and learning<br />
outcomes, and our courses offer<br />
students the skills and knowledge that<br />
employers want.<br />
With a reputation for quality education<br />
and focused research, Swinburne<br />
attracts highly qualified academics and<br />
educational leaders.<br />
At Swinburne, our focus is on<br />
preparing you for a successful career.<br />
We maintain close relationships<br />
with industry partners to ensure<br />
you learn what you need to know.<br />
With opportunities such as industry<br />
placements and professionally focused<br />
team projects, you can get the skills<br />
and experience you need, not just the<br />
theory.<br />
Swinburne is an internationally<br />
recognised research-intensive<br />
university. <strong>The</strong> 2012 Academic Ranking<br />
of World <strong>Universities</strong> placed Swinburne<br />
among the top 400 universities<br />
worldwide and top three in Melbourne.<br />
Swinburne offers qualifications ranging<br />
from Foundation Studies, certificates,<br />
diplomas, bachelor’s and master’s<br />
degrees to PhDs. <strong>The</strong>se options allow<br />
you to choose courses and pathways<br />
to suit your individual interests and<br />
career aspirations.<br />
Swinburne has campuses in the inner<br />
and eastern suburbs of Melbourne,<br />
one in the Melbourne CBD and<br />
one in Sarawak, Malaysia. We offer<br />
supportive, secure and peaceful<br />
environments with state-of-the-art<br />
multimedia lecture theatres, many<br />
brand-new buildings, well-stocked<br />
libraries, up-to-date computer labs and<br />
wi-fi connectivity.<br />
We continue to invest in buildings,<br />
resources and staff to ensure the best<br />
study experience for our students so<br />
that they can succeed.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
Offering courses up to PhD level,<br />
Swinburne makes it easy to pathway<br />
between different course levels.<br />
Areas of Study include:<br />
• Accounting and Finance<br />
• Arts<br />
• Business, Commerce and<br />
Management<br />
• Communication and Media<br />
• Design and Multimedia<br />
• Engineering and Aviation<br />
• Film and Television<br />
• English Language Programs<br />
• Health, Community Services<br />
and Nursing<br />
Study at a world-ranked<br />
university. 1<br />
Located in the world’s most<br />
liveable city, Melbourne,<br />
Australia. 2<br />
• Land Management<br />
• Information Technology<br />
• Psychology and Social Science<br />
• Science<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Semester 1: February – July<br />
Semester 2: August – November<br />
Winter and Summer terms are also<br />
available<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual tuition fees for undergraduate<br />
study in 2013 range from A$18,500–<br />
A$25,250<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
GPA of 2.3 to 2.5**<br />
**Some courses may require a higher GPA.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
IELTS overall score 6.0<br />
(no individual band below 6.0)<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Swinburne offers a range of<br />
scholarships for international students.<br />
For more information visit:<br />
www.international.swinburne.edu.au/<br />
scholarships.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Download and complete an application<br />
form from: www.international.<br />
swinburne.edu.au/apply.<br />
1. Academic Ranking of World<br />
<strong>Universities</strong> 2012<br />
2. Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global<br />
Liveability Report 2012<br />
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University of Wollongong<br />
T: 1300 367 869 (Australia only)<br />
+61 2 4221 3218 (international)<br />
E: uniadvice@uow.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00102E<br />
Wollongong is located just over an hour<br />
by train or road from central Sydney.<br />
<strong>The</strong> city is the 9th largest in Australia<br />
and home to over 70 nationalities.<br />
UOW is well-known for providing<br />
strong support services for international<br />
students, and at a lower cost of living<br />
compared to other large cities. <strong>The</strong><br />
UOW student population is 22,000,<br />
including 5,000 international students.<br />
Our position in the Top 2% of<br />
universities in the world is confirmed<br />
by performance in three prestigious<br />
international rankings:<br />
• QS World University Rankings 2012<br />
• Times Higher Education World<br />
University Rankings 2012<br />
• Academic Ranking of World<br />
<strong>Universities</strong> (formerly the Shanghai<br />
Jiao Tong rankings) 2012<br />
At UOW, our reputation is built around<br />
the employability of our graduates.<br />
www.uow.edu.au/future/international/index.html<br />
Here’s proof:<br />
• For the 5th year in a row, UOW is<br />
ranked in the Top 100 universities<br />
in the world in the QS World<br />
University Rankings Employer<br />
Review.<br />
• <strong>The</strong> 2013 Good <strong>Universities</strong> Guide<br />
marks the 13th year in a row that<br />
UOW has scored the maximum<br />
five star rating in “Getting a Job” and<br />
“Positive Graduate Outcomes.” This<br />
shows UOW is a place where<br />
students get a five-star education<br />
and a five-star chance of gaining a<br />
job at the end of their degree.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• Engineering & Information<br />
Sciences<br />
UOW is an associate member of<br />
the Group of Eight universities for<br />
Engineering and offers majors in<br />
civil, mining, materials, mechanical,<br />
manufacturing, environmental,<br />
electrical, computer and<br />
telecommunications engineering.<br />
UOW produces the most IT graduates<br />
into the Australian workforce with<br />
courses including computer science,<br />
computer security, networking,<br />
software engineering, IT, mobile<br />
computing, web design, and game<br />
design & development.<br />
• Business<br />
Majors include: Accounting,<br />
Economics, Finance, Marketing,<br />
Management, HRM, <strong>International</strong><br />
business, Public relations, Supply<br />
chain management, Tourism,<br />
Hospitality and Event management.<br />
• Medicine and Health<br />
Health & Medical science, Nursing,<br />
Nutrition, Exercise science,<br />
Psychology, Public health, Indigenous<br />
health.<br />
• Science<br />
Environmental science, Geography,<br />
Geology, Biotechnology,<br />
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Ranked amongst the top<br />
universities in Australia,<br />
UOW’s reputation is built<br />
around the employability<br />
of our graduates.<br />
Nanotechnology, Chemistry, Medicinal<br />
chemistry, Marine science, Nuclear<br />
science & technology.<br />
• Education<br />
Secondary, primary and early years<br />
teacher training, physical & health<br />
education.<br />
• Law, Humanities and the Arts<br />
Degrees in: Communication &<br />
Media studies, <strong>International</strong> studies,<br />
Law, Graphic design, Journalism,<br />
performance, Visual arts, Languages<br />
and a broad range of Humanities<br />
subjects.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Autumn Session: February – June<br />
Spring Session: July – November<br />
Summer Session: December –<br />
February (limited subject range)<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual tuition fees range from<br />
A$19,200 to $27,700.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
2.0 for Engineering, IT, Computer<br />
Science, Business, Commerce, Arts,<br />
Creative Arts, Journalism, Science<br />
(3-year degrees), Public Health,<br />
Psychology.<br />
2.6 to 3.0+ for some courses, including<br />
double degrees, Law, Education, and<br />
4-year honours/professional degrees in<br />
Science and Health-related disciplines.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Visit: www.uow.edu.au/future/<br />
international/apply/english/index.html.<br />
Performance in <strong>GAC</strong> Academic English<br />
III modules will be considered.<br />
Scholarships<br />
Refer to: www.unisa.edu.au/<br />
international/scholarships/default.asp<br />
for information about scholarships.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Online, or download a form at www.<br />
uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/<br />
index.html.<br />
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SURREY<br />
VICTORIA<br />
WINNIPEG<br />
Canadian Mennonite University<br />
MONTREAL<br />
Concordia University<br />
- John Molson School of Business<br />
HALIFAX<br />
Dalhousie University<br />
SURREY<br />
Kwantlen Polytechnic University<br />
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR<br />
Memorial University of Newfoundland<br />
WINNIPEG<br />
CHARLOTTETOWN<br />
University of Prince Edward Island<br />
PETERBOROUGH<br />
Trent University<br />
VICTORIA<br />
University of Victoria<br />
WINDSOR<br />
University of Windsor<br />
NEWMARKET<br />
York University<br />
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR<br />
MONTREAL<br />
CHARLOTTETOWN<br />
HALIFAX<br />
PETERBOROUGH<br />
WINDSOR<br />
NEWMARKET<br />
Study in Canada<br />
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Canadians enjoy a standard of living among the highest<br />
in the world. A wide range of cultural activities are also<br />
available, including museums, galleries, live theatre,<br />
dance and music performances, and concerts.<br />
Canadians place great importance<br />
on learning, and have developed a<br />
first-rate education system with high<br />
standards. <strong>The</strong> country spends more<br />
on education (as a percentage of GDP)<br />
compared to the OECD average, and<br />
is second highest among G8 countries.<br />
For nine consecutive years (1994-<br />
2002), a United Nations survey found<br />
Canada to be among the top three<br />
places in the world to live. Canada<br />
earned particularly high marks for<br />
its access to education, high life<br />
expectancy (due to a universal health<br />
care system), and low crime and<br />
violence rates. In addition, Canada’s<br />
largest cities, Vancouver, Toronto and<br />
Montreal, have been recognized as<br />
world class cities in which to live and<br />
work, for their cleanliness and safety,<br />
and for their cultural activities<br />
and attractive lifestyles.<br />
Canadians enjoy a standard of living<br />
that is among the highest in the world.<br />
A wide range of cultural activities are<br />
also available, including museums,<br />
galleries, live theatre, dance and music<br />
performances, and concerts.<br />
Canada has traditionally been a country<br />
of immigrants and has a policy of<br />
encouraging multicultural diversity.<br />
In this vibrant setting, different<br />
perspectives are respected and<br />
learning together is encouraged.<br />
Almost all of the world’s ethnic groups<br />
are represented in Canada. As a result,<br />
most ethnic foods and recreational<br />
activities associated with specific<br />
cultures are available in Canada.<br />
Organized clubs, informal clubs and<br />
associations representing a multitude<br />
of ethnic backgrounds are also easily<br />
accessible.<br />
All major urban centers have a variety<br />
of shopping malls, restaurants,<br />
theatres, art galleries and museums.<br />
Canadian cities provide numerous<br />
parks, gardens and beaches for public<br />
use, as well as excellent sports and<br />
recreation facilities.<br />
Students who come to Canada will<br />
witness one of the most beautiful,<br />
natural environments in the world.<br />
Canada is considered to be a relatively<br />
peaceful, safe and orderly country.<br />
<strong>International</strong> students who come<br />
to Canada should follow the same<br />
common sense safety precautions<br />
as they would anywhere in the world.<br />
Canada is a stimulating environment<br />
in which to do business and to<br />
learn, thanks to the contributions of<br />
many bright and talented scientists,<br />
researchers and entrepreneurs.<br />
<strong>The</strong> country is an international<br />
leader in computer and information<br />
technologies and has a reputation<br />
for excellence in such sectors as<br />
telecommunications, transportation<br />
and engineering; and specifically,<br />
aerospace, urban transport,<br />
microelectronics, medical devices,<br />
advanced software, hydroelectric<br />
and nuclear power, lasers and<br />
opto-electronics, biotechnology,<br />
food and beverage processing,<br />
geomatics; and ocean and<br />
environmental industries.<br />
For more information, visit:<br />
www.studyincanada.com<br />
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Canadian <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA and English Proficiency needed as at December 31 2012 +<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> University Location TOEFL iBT / PBT/ IELTS<br />
minimum - some courses<br />
require higher.<br />
Canadian Mennonite<br />
University<br />
Concordia University - John<br />
Molson School of Business<br />
GPA for entry –<br />
Some courses may require<br />
a higher GPA.<br />
Website<br />
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3P 2N2 iBT 80 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.5 Case-by-case basis www.cmu.ca<br />
Montreal, Quebec, H3G 1M8 iBT 75 / CBT 230 / IELTS 6.0 BComm/BAdmin: Cumulative<br />
grade point average of 3.00<br />
(Equivalent of a B) and B average<br />
in mathematics courses. Need<br />
75% in <strong>GAC</strong>016. Need to study<br />
both <strong>GAC</strong>005 and <strong>GAC</strong>011, up to<br />
12 credit points.<br />
Dalhousie University Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 3J5 Not required for those who have<br />
successfully completed Level III<br />
of the <strong>GAC</strong><br />
Kwantlen Polytechnic<br />
University<br />
Memorial University of<br />
Newfoundland<br />
University of<br />
Prince Edward Island<br />
Surrey, British Columbia,<br />
V3W 2M8<br />
iBT 80 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.0 (no<br />
band less than 6.0)<br />
Newfoundland and Labrador iBT 79 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.5<br />
with 6.0 in Writing and Reading<br />
Charlottetown, Prince Edward<br />
Island, C1A 4P3<br />
www.johnmolson.<br />
concordia.ca<br />
Varies by program (minimum 2.6) www.dal.ca<br />
Case-by-case basis www.kwantlen.ca<br />
2.6 (or higher) Credit for<br />
<strong>GAC</strong>012, <strong>GAC</strong>022 and<br />
<strong>GAC</strong>013 only<br />
www.mun.ca<br />
iBT 80 / PBT 550 / IELTS 6.5 Case-by-case basis www.upei.ca<br />
Trent University Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 7B8 580 / IELTS 6.5 2.8 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 3.0) www.trentu.ca<br />
University of Victoria Victoria, British Columbia,<br />
V8P 5C2<br />
iBT 90 / PBT 575 / IELTS 6.5<br />
(no band less than 6.0)<br />
University of Windsor Windsor, Ontario, N9B 3P4 iBT 83 min written score 20 /<br />
PBT 560 / IELTS 6.5<br />
York University Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 6Z1 iBT 83 - 95 / 560-600 / IELTS<br />
6.5 - 7.5<br />
+ Correct at time of printing and subject to change. <strong>Universities</strong> change their admissions policies<br />
from time to time, and also reserve the right to refuse admission due to lack of course availability.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduates may also apply to ANY university with their <strong>GAC</strong> transcript and may be accepted.<br />
3.5 - 4.0 (= <strong>GAC</strong> 3.6 - 4.0) www.uvic.ca<br />
Varies by program www.uwindsor.ca<br />
Case-by-case basis www.york.ca<br />
Concordia University –<br />
John Molson School of Business<br />
c /o Concordia University PO Box 2900<br />
Montreal, Quebec, H3G 2S2 Canada<br />
T: +1 514 848 2424 ext. 2721<br />
F: +1 514 848 2822<br />
E: study@jmsb.concordia.ca<br />
Concordia University’s John Molson<br />
School of Business (JMSB) aims to<br />
educate and graduate students<br />
with the skills essential to thrive in<br />
today’s fiercely competitive workplace.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y have forged close partnerships<br />
with the business community to<br />
ensure that the curriculum is up-todate<br />
and relevant. As part of their<br />
commitment to offering a high quality<br />
learning experience, they continually<br />
monitor their programs to ensure that<br />
what is taught is grounded in reality.<br />
Many faculty members, in addition to<br />
being academically distinguished, have<br />
real-world expertise in their respective<br />
fields.<br />
www.johnmolson.concordia.ca<br />
JMSB is one of the largest and best<br />
known business schools in Canada<br />
with more than 150 full-time and 185<br />
part-time faculty members, and over<br />
8,500 students. <strong>The</strong> school’s students<br />
benefit from small class sizes allowing<br />
more interaction with professors,<br />
which JMSB believes is essential to a<br />
student’s educational success. JMSB<br />
is accredited by AACSB <strong>International</strong> –<br />
the Association to Advance Collegiate<br />
Schools of Business, and has met<br />
rigorous requirements to fulfill this<br />
standard of excellence.<br />
JMSB also offers students many<br />
opportunities to get involved and make<br />
a difference. Students can participate<br />
in student-run organizations and<br />
activities, participate in national and<br />
international competitions and interact<br />
on campus with over 33,000 university<br />
students. Getting involved can be<br />
one of the most enriching parts of the<br />
JMSB experience.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
Bachelor of Commerce (BComm)<br />
with majors in Accountancy,<br />
Business Technology Management,<br />
Economics, Finance, Human Resource<br />
Management, <strong>International</strong> Business,<br />
Management, Marketing and Supply<br />
Chain Operations Management, and<br />
Bachelor of Administration (BAdmin).<br />
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Teaching Periods<br />
Session I: September – December<br />
Session II: January – April<br />
Summer Sessions: May – August<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual tuition fees for undergraduate<br />
business studies are CAN$22,400.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
BComm/BAdmin: Cumulative grade<br />
point average of 3.00/4.30 scale as<br />
well as a B average in mathematics.<br />
Satisfying Concordia University’s<br />
minimum admission requirements<br />
(based on official high school<br />
results or other previous studies).<br />
For more information e-mail to the<br />
address below.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL: 90 iBT, 230 CBT; IELTS: 6.0<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Up to 12 credit transfers offered.<br />
How to Apply<br />
connect2concordia.ca<br />
For more information:<br />
www.johnmolson.concordia.ca.<br />
E: study@jmsb.concordia.ca.<br />
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Dalhousie University<br />
Office of the Registrar, PO Box 15000<br />
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 4R2 Canada<br />
T: + 1 902 494 2450<br />
F: + 1 902 494 1630<br />
E: admissions@dal.ca<br />
Founded in 1818, with campuses<br />
in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia,<br />
Dalhousie attracts high achieving<br />
students from around the globe.<br />
We inspire students, faculty, staff,<br />
and graduates to make significant<br />
contributions to our region, Canada,<br />
and the world.<br />
Over 18,000 students are enrolled<br />
at Dalhousie University for the 2012-<br />
2013 academic year, including 2,400<br />
international students from more<br />
than 110 countries. With over 1,000<br />
professors, Dalhousie is Canada’s<br />
smallest research-intensive university,<br />
combining the best attributes of small<br />
undergraduate colleges and much<br />
larger research universities.<br />
Dalhousie University, one of Canada’s<br />
leading universities, is widely<br />
recognized for outstanding academic<br />
quality, high calibre teaching, and<br />
a broad range of educational and<br />
research opportunities. With more<br />
than 4,000 classes in over 180<br />
degree programs, Dalhousie’s array<br />
of academic choices provides the<br />
flexibility to ensure your degree reflects<br />
who you are and where you want to<br />
go. Amongst the more than100,000<br />
Dalhousie University alumni you’ll find<br />
87 Rhodes Scholars.<br />
New, state-of-the art facilities open<br />
every year: places like the Kenneth C.<br />
Rowe Management Building; Risley<br />
Hall, a 490 single-room residence; and<br />
most recently, the Mona Campbell<br />
academic building. Dalhousie blends<br />
the finest academic traditions with<br />
innovative thinking, just as Nova Scotia<br />
blends old world charm with the<br />
modern amenities and vibrant cultural<br />
scene students want. At Dalhousie,<br />
you’re in the middle of it all.<br />
Faculties & Courses<br />
Agriculture, Architecture and Planning,<br />
Arts and Social Sciences, College<br />
of Continuing Education, Computer<br />
Science, Dentistry, Engineering,<br />
Graduate Studies, Health Professions,<br />
Law, Management, Science, and<br />
Medicine.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Session I: September – December<br />
Session II: January – April<br />
Session III: May – June,<br />
and/or May – August<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual tuition fees for undergraduate<br />
Founded in 1818 and<br />
located in Halifax and Truro,<br />
Nova Scotia, Dalhousie<br />
attracts high achieving<br />
students from around the<br />
world.<br />
www.dal.ca<br />
studies vary by program and start from<br />
CAN$15,312. For more information on<br />
other estimated fees please visit: www.<br />
dal.ca/moneymatters.<br />
Scholarships<br />
<strong>International</strong> high school applicants<br />
for first-year studies will be considered<br />
for scholarships, if a completed<br />
application and supporting documents<br />
are received by March 15. More<br />
information and the scholarship<br />
application can be found online at<br />
www.dal.ca/moneymatters.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Minimum <strong>GAC</strong> Grade Point Average<br />
2.6 (subject to availability)<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
No English proficiency score is required<br />
for those who have successfully<br />
completed the upper level of the <strong>GAC</strong><br />
program.<br />
How to Apply<br />
To apply visit: www.dal.ca/admissions.<br />
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University of Windsor<br />
401 Sunset Avenue<br />
Windsor, Ontario N9B 3P4 Canada<br />
T: 519 253 3000 ext. 3938<br />
Toll free: 1-800-864-2860<br />
(toll free in Canada/US)<br />
E: isc@uwindsor.ca<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Windsor is located<br />
on the Canada–US border in Canada’s<br />
4th most diverse city, where our<br />
students enjoy the best of both worlds<br />
– living in a safe, student-friendly,<br />
diverse Canadian town only minutes<br />
from an American cultural metropolis.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Windsor is Canada’s<br />
most international campus, with 11<br />
percent of our student body coming<br />
from nearly 100 countries. More than<br />
95 percent of our graduates find<br />
employment within six months.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Windsor offers a<br />
broad range of programs, with 16,000<br />
full- and part-time students enrolled in<br />
more than 150 bachelor’s, master’s,<br />
doctoral, and professional degree<br />
programs via nine faculties:<br />
Arts and Social Sciences, Odette<br />
School of Business, Education,<br />
Engineering, Graduate Studies,<br />
Human Kinetics, Law, Nursing and<br />
Science. Academic disciplines range<br />
from Humanities and Liberal Arts to<br />
Science. Professional studies are<br />
offered in Business, Engineering,<br />
Education, Law, Computer Science,<br />
Creative Writing, Kinesiology, Nursing,<br />
Social Work, Clinical Psychology,<br />
Music, Dramatic Art, Visual Arts, and<br />
Medicine. <strong>The</strong>se degree programs<br />
are highly attractive to international<br />
students, who choose Windsor for its<br />
quality of education and unparalleled<br />
research opportunities.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Fall: September – December<br />
Spring: January – April<br />
Summer: May – June and July – August<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
CAN$18,100. Tuition and fees vary<br />
according to course load, degree<br />
level, location, and program.<br />
Costs are subject to change.<br />
Please refer to our website for details:<br />
www.uwindsor.ca/cashiers.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Varies by program. Applicants from<br />
overseas must send official documents<br />
of their secondary education indicating<br />
subjects taken and grades obtained.<br />
Notarized English translations are<br />
necessary if documents are not<br />
in English. Photocopies are not<br />
accepted. In addition, candidates<br />
must meet the prerequisites specific<br />
to the faculty in which they are<br />
seeking admission.<br />
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www.uwindsor.ca/international<br />
www.uwindsor.ca/isc<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of<br />
Windsor campus offers<br />
a culturally enriching<br />
educational experience<br />
and is home to students<br />
from more than 100<br />
countries around the globe.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL iBT 83 (with an essay score<br />
of 20), CBT 220 (with a TWE of 4.5);<br />
IELTS 6.5; CAEL 60.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
<strong>The</strong> Student Awards & Financial Aid<br />
Office administers undergraduate<br />
award programs which encourage<br />
academic excellence. Student awards<br />
may take the form of a citation, medal,<br />
gift, prize or grant of money. In some<br />
instances, students must submit an<br />
application form for consideration,<br />
although some are automatic if they<br />
are based strictly on grades. Students<br />
will be automatically considered<br />
for a limited number of University<br />
of Windsor <strong>International</strong> Student<br />
Entrance Scholarships, ranging in<br />
value from CAN$500 to CAN$1500,<br />
when applying for undergraduate<br />
admission. Eligibility will be confirmed<br />
by letter if the student is chosen as<br />
a recipient. In addition, students<br />
demonstrating academic excellence<br />
may be considered for the Outstanding<br />
Scholars Program in select areas of<br />
study. Please refer to our website<br />
for details: www.uwindsor.ca/awards.<br />
How to Apply<br />
<strong>International</strong> students can apply<br />
using the online form available on<br />
our website. Application forms can<br />
also be obtained via fax, e-mail<br />
attachment as a PDF, or post.<br />
Please e-mail: intl@uwindsor.ca to<br />
specify your application preference.<br />
Applicants are also required to send<br />
all required documentation indicated<br />
on our website and follow those steps<br />
in order to complete the process.<br />
Receipt of packages are confirmed<br />
via e-mail.<br />
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BANGOR<br />
GLASGOW<br />
PRESTON<br />
SINGLETON PARK (SWANSEA)<br />
PONTYPRIDD<br />
PORTSMOUTH<br />
NEWCASTLE<br />
BANGOR<br />
University of Bangor<br />
PRESTON<br />
University of Central Lancashire<br />
CHICHESTER<br />
University of Chichester<br />
PONTYPRIDD<br />
University of Glamorgan<br />
GLASGOW<br />
University of Glasgow<br />
GREENWICH<br />
University of Greenwich London<br />
KINGSTON UPON THAMES<br />
Kingston University<br />
NEWCASTLE<br />
University of Newcastle<br />
PORTSMOUTH<br />
University of Portsmouth<br />
SINGLETON PARK (SWANSEA)<br />
University of Wales Swansea<br />
EALING LONDON<br />
University of West London<br />
LONDON GREENWICH, EALING<br />
& KINGSTON UPON THAMES<br />
CHICHESTER<br />
Study in the UK<br />
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Quality standards for UK universities are among the best<br />
in the world. Institutions continually have to prove that<br />
their courses meet strict government standards.<br />
A UK qualification is recognized and<br />
respected throughout the world.<br />
UK universities offer a vibrant, creative<br />
and challenging environment in which<br />
students can develop their potential,<br />
providing a solid base for building<br />
their future career.<br />
In an increasingly globalised world<br />
economy, people need special skills<br />
and qualities to succeed. Employers<br />
want employees who can think<br />
effectively, creatively and independently.<br />
This is an essential part of the UK<br />
university experience.<br />
While studying a degree, students<br />
are encouraged to read widely and<br />
discuss openly their ideas in seminars<br />
and tutorials. Career-based degrees<br />
are designed to equip you for specific<br />
roles in the modern workplace.<br />
Quality standards for UK universities<br />
are among the best in the world.<br />
Institutions continually have to<br />
prove that their courses meet strict<br />
government standards.<br />
<strong>The</strong> United Kingdom offers you a<br />
wide variety of specialist degrees.<br />
For example you can specialize in<br />
anything from computer game design,<br />
ocean engineering, biotechnology,<br />
anthropology, accounting, economics,<br />
international finance, law and medicine.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are many other options.<br />
A UK degree allows you to acquire<br />
the kind of proactive, problem<br />
solving skills sought after by<br />
today’s companies. UK degrees are<br />
internationally recognized qualifications<br />
acknowledged to be of the highest<br />
academic standard. A degree will be<br />
invaluable for your future career.<br />
<strong>The</strong> United Kingdom is a cosmopolitan<br />
country in which to live and has been<br />
welcoming international students for<br />
generations – more than 250,000<br />
international students are already<br />
studying in the UK universities creating<br />
a richly diverse, multicultural society.<br />
UK degrees average three years<br />
in duration compared to four year<br />
degrees in other countries. This<br />
means you will save on both tuition<br />
fees and living costs – and you will<br />
be able to start working and earning<br />
money sooner.<br />
For more information, visit:<br />
www.educationuk.org<br />
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UK <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA and English Proficiency needed as at December 31 2012 +<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> University Location IELTS (or equivalent)<br />
minimum – some courses<br />
require higher.<br />
University of Bangor Bangor, Gwynedd,<br />
Wales LL57 2DG, UK<br />
University of<br />
Central Lancashire<br />
** Some courses may require a higher GPA.<br />
GPA for entry – some<br />
courses may require<br />
a higher GPA.<br />
Website<br />
6.0 (no band less than 5.5) 3.0** www.bangor.ac.uk<br />
Preston, PR1 2HE, UK 6.0 2.6 www.uclan.ac.uk<br />
University of Chichester Chichester, PO19 6PE, UK 6.0 with 6.0 Writing and no band<br />
less than 5.5<br />
University of Glamorgan Pontypridd, Wales, CF37 1DL,<br />
UK<br />
2.6 (<strong>GAC</strong> III English modules) or<br />
IELTS 6.0<br />
University of Glasgow Glasgow, G12 8QQ, UK IELTS 6.5 (no subtest less than<br />
6.0) or 80% <strong>GAC</strong> III English<br />
modules (case-by-case basis)<br />
University of Greenwich,<br />
London<br />
Greenwich, London,<br />
SE10 9LS, UK<br />
Kingston University Kingston upon Thames,<br />
London, KT1 1LQ, UK<br />
C grade www.chichester.ac.uk<br />
2.6 www.glam.ac.uk<br />
2.6 (Case-by-case basis) www.gla.ac.uk<br />
6.0 (no band less than 5.5) 2.6 www.greenwich.ac.uk/<br />
international<br />
6.0 - 6.5 Case-by-case basis www.kingston.ac.uk<br />
University of Newcastle Newcastle, NE1 7RU, UK 6.0 - 7.0 (no band less than 6.0) Case-by-case basis www.ncl.ac.uk<br />
University of Portsmouth Portsmouth, PO1 2ED, UK 6.0 to 6.5 2.6** www.port.ac.uk<br />
University of Wales Swansea Singleton Park, Swansea, Wales,<br />
SA2 8PP, UK<br />
6.0 / 80% <strong>GAC</strong> English modules 2.8 - 3.0** (= <strong>GAC</strong> 3.0) www.swan.ac.uk<br />
University of West London Ealing, London, W5 5RF, UK 5.5 (with 6.0 in 3 areas) C grade (Arts only) www.uwl.ac.uk<br />
+ Correct at time of printing and subject to change. <strong>Universities</strong> change their admissions policies<br />
from time to time, and also reserve the right to refuse admission due to lack of course availability.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduates may also apply to ANY university with their <strong>GAC</strong> transcript and may be accepted.<br />
Bangor University<br />
Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 2DG Wales UK<br />
T: +44 1248 38 2028<br />
E: international@bangor.ac.uk<br />
Search Bangor University<br />
Bangor University was founded in<br />
1884, making it one of the oldest<br />
and most prestigious universities in<br />
the UK. Qualifications are recognized<br />
world-wide, which explains why<br />
international students have chosen to<br />
study at Bangor for decades, and who<br />
today make up 12 percent of the total<br />
student population.<br />
In the latest assessment by the<br />
UK government into the quality of<br />
research at UK universities, research<br />
at Bangor was identified as ‘world<br />
leading’ in the 19 assessed subjects<br />
areas, with Accounting and Finance<br />
ranked number one in the UK and<br />
Electronic Engineering ranked number<br />
two in the UK. Bangor also performs<br />
extremely well in the Teaching Quality<br />
assessment. Most departments are<br />
rated the highest possible award of<br />
“excellent” for the quality of teaching<br />
and Bangor was ranked 15th in the<br />
UK for Overall Student Experience.<br />
Schools at Bangor have excellent<br />
resources which include the rare and<br />
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www.bangor.ac.uk/international<br />
outstanding facility of the £3.5 million<br />
Prince Madog ocean-going research ship.<br />
Other specialist equipment and facilities<br />
include the functional magnetic resonance<br />
imaging (fMRI), nanotechnology<br />
development laboratories, dual energy<br />
x-ray absorptiometry room and a £15<br />
million Centre for Advanced Software<br />
Technology.<br />
Bangor is committed to encouraging<br />
individuals to achieve their highest<br />
potential through use of the tutorial<br />
system and teaching in smaller groups,<br />
so students enjoy a low student to<br />
teacher ratio compared to other UK<br />
and US universities. Our staff know<br />
each student personally and have an<br />
open door policy.<br />
<strong>The</strong> cost of living in Bangor is lower<br />
than in larger city universities. It’s a<br />
safe place to live as crime rates are<br />
amongst the lowest in the UK. It is a<br />
compact city – university buildings,<br />
accommodation and city center are<br />
all within walking distance. It’s not<br />
an industrialized city, so Bangor is<br />
a clean and healthy place to live.<br />
Living in Bangor enables students to<br />
combine a high quality educational<br />
experience with a wonderful living<br />
environment. North Wales is an<br />
area of outstanding natural beauty,<br />
yet close to major cities such as<br />
Manchester and Liverpool, so travelling<br />
to and from Bangor is an easy twohour<br />
train journey from Manchester<br />
and four hours from London.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
<strong>The</strong> university has 23 schools<br />
which are grouped into six colleges.<br />
It offers programs in the areas of:<br />
• Biological Sciences<br />
• Business, Finance, Marketing<br />
& Management<br />
• Chemistry<br />
• Computer Science<br />
‘Top UK University for<br />
help & support offered<br />
to students’<br />
Times Higher Education<br />
• Creative Studies, Media & Film<br />
• Education<br />
• Electronic Engineering<br />
• English<br />
• Environment, Natural Resources<br />
& Geography<br />
• Healthcare Sciences<br />
• History, Welsh History & Archaeology<br />
• Law<br />
• Lifelong learning<br />
• Linguistics & English Language<br />
• Medical Sciences<br />
• Modern Languages<br />
• Music<br />
• Ocean Sciences<br />
• Psychology<br />
• Social Sciences<br />
• Sport, Health & Exercise Science<br />
• Welsh<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
All teaching at Bangor commences in<br />
September. <strong>The</strong>re is a January intake<br />
available for postgraduate, finance<br />
related courses in Bangor Business<br />
School’s London Centre.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual tuition fees for Undergraduates<br />
start at £9,800.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> Grade Point Average 3.0<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are a number of international<br />
scholarships available to <strong>GAC</strong><br />
graduates, please see: www.bangor.<br />
ac.uk/international/future/scholarship<br />
for further details.<br />
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University of Glasgow<br />
Recruitment and <strong>International</strong> Office<br />
71 Southpark Avenue, University of Glasgow<br />
Glasgow G12 8QQ Scotland, UK<br />
T: + 44 (0)141 330 6062<br />
F: + 44 (0)141 330 4045<br />
E: student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk<br />
University of Glasgow:<br />
Excellence since 1451<br />
Established in 1451, the University of<br />
Glasgow has an international reputation<br />
for its research and teaching and is in<br />
the top 1% of the world’s universities<br />
today (QS World Rankings 2011).<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Glasgow is the<br />
fourth oldest university in the Englishspeaking<br />
world. It has spent the last<br />
half-millennium earning an international<br />
reputation for research innovation,<br />
making connections with experts in<br />
global business, and inspiring thinkers<br />
from eminent scientist Lord Kelvin to<br />
the father of economics, Adam Smith.<br />
www.glasgow.ac.uk/international<br />
As part of the “Russell Group,”<br />
an association of the 19 major<br />
research-intensive universities in the<br />
United Kingdom, our world-class<br />
research includes pioneering work<br />
in the fields of Medicine, Engineering,<br />
Ethics, Physics and Astronomy and<br />
we are leading the way in disciplines<br />
such as Bioelectronics, Cell signalling,<br />
Nanotechnology and Optoelectronics.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University welcomes more than<br />
22,000 students and we are proud that<br />
18% of our students are international<br />
from more than 100 different countries.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University’s main campus is<br />
located in the West End of the city.<br />
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland<br />
and one of Europe’s liveliest cities with<br />
a vibrant social scene, great shopping<br />
and international festivals. Glasgow is<br />
the “coolest city in the UK” (National<br />
Geographic Traveller) and possesses<br />
“a warmth and energy that leave every<br />
visitor impressed” (Lonely Planet).<br />
<strong>The</strong> city is proud host of the 2014<br />
Commonwealth Games.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are over 900 possible program<br />
combinations at Glasgow. Our flexible<br />
system allows you to study several<br />
subjects before focussing on the area<br />
in which you’d like to specialise. <strong>The</strong><br />
University has four colleges: College<br />
of Arts, College of Medical, Veterinary<br />
and Life Sciences, College of Science<br />
and Engineering and College of Social<br />
Sciences.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Semester I: September – December<br />
Semester II: January – March<br />
University of Glasgow:<br />
Excellence since 1451.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
<strong>International</strong> undergraduate annual<br />
fees start from approximately<br />
£10,500 for 2012/13.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
To be considered for entry, students<br />
must have achieved overall <strong>GAC</strong><br />
Grade Point Average 2.6 and above<br />
(applications considered on an<br />
individual basis).<br />
*Minimum English Proficiency<br />
• IELTS 6.5 (with no subtest less<br />
than 6)<br />
• TOEFL iBT 92 (with no less than 21<br />
in Listening & Writing, 22 in Reading,<br />
23 in Speaking)<br />
• Cambridge CAE B minimum or<br />
CPE C minimum<br />
• Pearson Test of English (PTE<br />
Academic 60 minimum, with<br />
minimum 59 in all sub-tests<br />
• <strong>The</strong> University of Glasgow accepts<br />
evidence of satisfactory language<br />
level from the Language Centre<br />
pre-sessional courses and other<br />
BALEAP accredited pre-sessional<br />
courses.<br />
*Please note there are various exceptions in<br />
the College of Arts – see www.glasgow.ac.uk/<br />
international/englishlanguagerequirements<br />
for details.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
We know that funding your studies is<br />
a concern for all students. To find out<br />
what assistance is available visit:<br />
www.glasgow.ac.uk/scholarships.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Apply at: www.ucas.com or through<br />
your school or college.<br />
Contact UCAS on: 0871 468 0468.<br />
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University of Greenwich, London<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office - Maritime Greenwich Campus<br />
Old Naval College, Park Row, London SE10 9LS UK<br />
T: +44 208 331 8136<br />
F: +44 208 331 8625<br />
E: international@gre.ac.uk<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Greenwich offers the<br />
best of both worlds: city and country.<br />
If you study a Business, Humanities or<br />
Computing program with us, you will<br />
study at our beautiful, historic campus<br />
on the river Thames in London. If you<br />
are studying Science or Engineering,<br />
you will benefit from our campus just<br />
outside of London in Kent – the heart<br />
of the English countryside.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University traces its roots to 1890,<br />
and since then we have expanded our<br />
strengths to include subjects such as<br />
architecture, business, computing,<br />
engineering and sciences.<br />
www.gre.ac.uk/international-students<br />
People from more than 140 countries<br />
choose to study at Greenwich, part<br />
of an international student community<br />
of 4,500.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University has three campuses,<br />
all housed within buildings of historical<br />
importance: Avery Hill and Greenwich<br />
in London, and Medway in Kent.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University is proud of its diverse<br />
student body. People from more than<br />
100 countries choose to study at<br />
Greenwich, part of an international<br />
student community of 4,500. One<br />
hundred years of innovation, strong<br />
links to industry and commerce,<br />
complemented by research excellence<br />
and an international agenda are what<br />
make the University of Greenwich a<br />
leading modern university. This rich and<br />
diverse experience means students<br />
are ideally placed to gain the skills and<br />
expertise required to respond to the<br />
needs of businesses and organizations<br />
in any future career.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University’s vast portfolio of<br />
master’s and degree programs,<br />
including combined degrees, allows<br />
a wide range of subject options.<br />
Student Affairs on each campus<br />
provide a range of services and<br />
support, from the time you arrive,<br />
to the completion of your studies.<br />
A dedicated international advisor<br />
is available on each campus. <strong>The</strong><br />
Jobshop operates a drop-in service,<br />
where you can obtain details of onand<br />
off-campus job opportunities,<br />
and get information on employment<br />
related issues. <strong>The</strong> in-depth orientation<br />
program when you arrive provides<br />
information from living in the UK,<br />
opening bank accounts to medical<br />
services and social events.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> University of<br />
Greenwich has the<br />
highest student<br />
satisfaction rate in London.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Sunday Times League<br />
Table October 2009 and<br />
2010<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• Architecture and Construction<br />
• Business<br />
• Computing and Mathematical<br />
Sciences<br />
• Education<br />
• Engineering<br />
• Greenwich Maritime Institute<br />
• Health and Social Care<br />
• Humanities and Social Sciences<br />
• Medway School of Pharmacy<br />
• Natural Resources Institute<br />
• Science<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual tuition fees for international<br />
undergraduate students for 2012/13<br />
are currently from £10,100 per year.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Greenwich will<br />
normally accept for admission in year<br />
one of its undergraduate degrees any<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduate who completes the<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> with a GPA of minimum 2.6.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.<br />
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Kingston University, London<br />
Swan Wing, River House<br />
53 – 57 High Street, Kingston upon Thames<br />
London KT1 1LQ UK<br />
T: +44 20 8417 3411<br />
F: +44 20 8417 3028<br />
E: international@kingston.ac.uk<br />
Kingston University offers high quality<br />
teaching and excellent employment<br />
opportunities in one of the world’s<br />
most exciting and historic capitals.<br />
Based in an attractive, riverside<br />
location in south-west London,<br />
Kingston University is known for its<br />
career-focused courses and strong<br />
links with industry. We have a thriving,<br />
multicultural community of over 25,000<br />
students, including around 4,100 non-<br />
UK students from 151 countries.<br />
As one of the leading modern<br />
universities, Kingston’s popularity<br />
continues to increase. “Among the<br />
most popular institutions in 2012.” –<br />
<strong>The</strong> Times 2012<br />
Why choose Kingston University<br />
• safe and central location, just 25<br />
minutes from central London by<br />
train<br />
www.kingston.ac.uk/international<br />
• lively town centre with cafés,<br />
restaurants, shops, bars and its own<br />
theatre<br />
• strong links with industry and career<br />
skills built into the curriculum<br />
• modern resources and facilities<br />
• accommodation guarantee for<br />
international students*<br />
• diverse and multicultural student<br />
body.<br />
“<strong>The</strong> university is revitalising its four<br />
campuses, opening three impressive<br />
new buildings as part of a £123-million<br />
programme which will run to 2018.”<br />
<strong>The</strong> Times, 2012<br />
*Provided you apply in good time and meet<br />
our eligibility criteria.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• Art, Design & Architecture<br />
3D Design, Architecture and<br />
Landscape, Art and Design History,<br />
Communication Design, Film Making,<br />
Fine Art, History of Art, Design &<br />
Film, Surveying & Planning<br />
• Arts and Social Sciences<br />
Economics, Education, Humanities,<br />
Performance and Screen Studies,<br />
Social Sciences<br />
• Business and Law<br />
Accounting, Banking and Finance,<br />
Business and Management,<br />
Business Information Technology<br />
and Operations Management,<br />
<strong>International</strong> Business Management,<br />
Law, Leadership, Human Resource<br />
Management and Health<br />
Management, Marketing and<br />
Communications, MBA, Services<br />
Management<br />
• Science, Engineering & Computing<br />
Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering<br />
Civil Engineering and Construction<br />
• Computing and Information<br />
Systems Computer Science and<br />
Software, Engineering, Games,<br />
“Among the most popular<br />
institutions in 2012”<br />
– <strong>The</strong> Times 2012<br />
Graphics and Media, Information Systems,<br />
Health-related Computing, Networking and<br />
Security<br />
• Geography, Geology and Environment<br />
Geography, Environmental and<br />
Hazards, Sustainability<br />
• Life Sciences<br />
Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical<br />
Science, Forensic Sciences, Health<br />
and Medical Sciences, Health and<br />
Nutrition, Sports and Exercise Science<br />
• Mathematics and Statistics<br />
• Mechanical and Automotive Engineering<br />
Automotive Engineering, Mechanical<br />
Engineering, Technological Sciences<br />
• Pharmacy and Chemistry<br />
Pharmacy, Chemistry, Pharmacology,<br />
Pharmaceutical Science<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Most courses begin in September.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
<strong>International</strong> undergraduate fees from<br />
UK£10,250 – UK£11,350 per year<br />
(2012/13 entry).<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Successful completion of the <strong>GAC</strong><br />
with a good overall GPA (applications<br />
are considered on an individual basis).<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Academic IELTS 6.0 or 6.5 (or equivalent)<br />
– depending on course.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Kingston awards £200,000 worth<br />
of international scholarships every year.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Via UCAS, <strong>The</strong> <strong>Universities</strong> and Colleges<br />
Applications Service: www.ucas.com.<br />
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University of West London<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office<br />
University of West London,<br />
St Mary’s Road<br />
London W5 5RF UK<br />
T: +44 (0) 20 8231 2468<br />
E: learning.advice@uwl.ac.uk<br />
Why Study at the University<br />
of West London<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of West London is<br />
ranked as the Number 1 modern<br />
University in London (<strong>The</strong> Guardian<br />
University Guide 2013), as well<br />
as being ranked number 1 as a<br />
modern university for Business and<br />
Management Studies, Law, Hospitality<br />
and Tourism, Psychology and Nursing.<br />
It is also ranked number 2 as a modern<br />
university for Computer Science and<br />
IT (including Engineering), and Music<br />
(<strong>The</strong> Guardian University Guide 2012<br />
and 2013).<br />
<strong>The</strong> university is near the headquarters<br />
of major international corporations,<br />
including the BBC, GlaxoSmithKline,<br />
British Airways, Oracle, and Microsoft.<br />
Many of our programmes include work<br />
placements, which are available for<br />
international students.<br />
Many of our teaching staff still work in<br />
their respective industries, and pass<br />
on valuable insights to our students<br />
as well as knowledge grounded in<br />
real practice. At the University of<br />
West London, we’re committed to<br />
providing you with an education that<br />
expands your skills, realises your full<br />
potential, and increases your chances<br />
of employment.<br />
Student Support<br />
Studying abroad is exciting and also a<br />
little daunting.<br />
Our comprehensive induction course<br />
will help introduce you to London, the<br />
university and studying with us. You’ll<br />
feel fully supported from the moment<br />
you arrive at the university through:<br />
• a two-week international orientation<br />
program with supported enrolment<br />
and social activities<br />
• advice and help with opening bank<br />
accounts<br />
• support with part-time work while<br />
you study, as well as your long term<br />
career<br />
• a free pre-sessional English course<br />
available three weeks before your<br />
full-time course begins.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of West London has<br />
eight specialist academic Schools,<br />
which offer courses in a wide range<br />
of subject areas. We design all of our<br />
courses to meet our students’ needs,<br />
balancing both academic knowledge<br />
and the practical skills valued by<br />
employers.<br />
• West London <strong>International</strong> Business<br />
School;<br />
• School of Computing and<br />
Technology (including Engineering);<br />
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If you’re thinking of studying in the UK, it’s<br />
well worth considering all that the University of West<br />
London has to offer. <strong>The</strong> dynamic learning<br />
environment and the quality of our courses attract<br />
over 3,000 international students from over 60<br />
countries. Our international student body spans<br />
across Europe, Asia, Africa, America and the<br />
Middle East.<br />
www.uwl.ac.uk<br />
• London School of Hospitality and<br />
Tourism;<br />
• Ealing Law School;<br />
• Ealing School of Art, Design and<br />
Media;<br />
• College of Nursing, Midwifery and<br />
Healthcare;<br />
• London College of Music;<br />
• School of Psychology, Social Work<br />
and Human Sciences<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
All courses have a September start.<br />
Many of our courses can also be<br />
started in February.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Successful completion of <strong>GAC</strong><br />
(Students with lower than a C- will be<br />
assessed on a case-by-case basis).<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
IELTS 5.5<br />
How to Apply<br />
You can apply for a course online by<br />
visiting: www.uwl.ac.uk/apply and<br />
completing our online application form.<br />
Alternatively, you can apply for full-time<br />
undergraduate degree courses at the<br />
University of West London through UCAS.<br />
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Singapore <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA and English Proficiency needed as at December 31 2012 +<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> University Location TOEFL PBT/IELTS minimum –<br />
some course require higher<br />
GPA for entry – some<br />
courses may require<br />
a higher GPA.<br />
Website<br />
Curtin Singapore Singapore PBT 550 / CBT 213 / IELTS 6.0 2.6 (Bachelor of Commerce) www.curtin.edu.sg<br />
ERC Institute Singapore No IELTS necessary if you have<br />
73% in <strong>GAC</strong> English modules<br />
Singapore Institute of<br />
Management Pte Ltd<br />
SMa Institute of Higher<br />
Learning<br />
Singapore RMIT Programmes: 6.5<br />
Uni Wollongong Computer<br />
Science programmes: 6.0<br />
Psychology Programme: 6.5<br />
Singapore 5.5 for entry to Diploma in<br />
Business Administration<br />
+ Correct at time of printing and subject to change. <strong>Universities</strong> change their admissions policies<br />
from time to time, and also reserve the right to refuse admission due to lack of course availability.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduates may also apply to ANY university with their <strong>GAC</strong> transcript and may be accepted.<br />
2.3 incl successful completion of<br />
Level III<br />
RMIT (Bachelor of<br />
Business) 3.0<br />
Uni of Wollongong 2.6<br />
Murdoch Diploma of Business<br />
Administation 2.0<br />
www.erci.edu.sg<br />
www.simge.edu.sg<br />
www.sma.edu.sg<br />
Study in Singapore<br />
SINGAPORE<br />
SINGAPORE<br />
Curtin Singapore<br />
ERC Institute<br />
Singapore Institute of Management Pte Ltd<br />
SMa School of Management<br />
Located off the southern coast of<br />
Malaysia, Singapore is a country rich<br />
with history and culture. According to<br />
Malay legend, Singapore was originally<br />
named Singapura by a Sumatran<br />
prince after he encountered a lion.<br />
This encounter was considered<br />
good luck, and thus, ‘Singapura’<br />
was founded.<br />
<strong>The</strong> hot and humid lowlands of<br />
Singapore are brimming with diverse<br />
cultures, languages and religions.<br />
<strong>The</strong> country is host to numerous<br />
attractions that reflect the many<br />
interests of its people.<br />
Festivals also display the cultural<br />
diversity of Singapore. <strong>The</strong> Chinese<br />
New Year is celebrated with dancing<br />
and parades, while Hari Raya Puasa<br />
is held after Ramadan.<br />
Education is among the top priorities<br />
for the five million people of Singapore<br />
and is the government’s second largest<br />
expense. Mandatory schooling is<br />
enforced for six years of primary school<br />
and four years of secondary school.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are now 16 leading foreign<br />
universities from Europe, USA and Asia<br />
with substantial activities in Singapore.<br />
Combined with the outstanding<br />
local universities, they help form an<br />
education hothouse that is envied<br />
throughout the region.<br />
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Singapore hosts more than 70,000 international students,<br />
drawn to the offer of an extensive range of high quality<br />
educational programs and the promise of a safe,<br />
cosmopolitan environment.<br />
Singapore hosts more than 70,000<br />
international students, drawn to the<br />
offer of an extensive range of high<br />
quality educational programmes and<br />
the promise of a safe, cosmopolitan<br />
environment. It is still ranked as the<br />
best location in the world for Asians<br />
to live (ECA <strong>International</strong> 2010).<br />
With a foreigner-local ratio of 1:4<br />
and university enrolment of foreign<br />
students at 20% of yearly intake,<br />
Singapore continues to demonstrate<br />
its favourable reception of differing<br />
cultures.<br />
Singapore has coupled diverse Asian<br />
school systems with Western-styled<br />
education practices in the creation of<br />
a truly global education hub, where<br />
students have the best institutions in<br />
the world within reach.<br />
For more information, visit:<br />
www.singaporeedu.gov.sg<br />
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Curtin Singapore<br />
90 & 92 Jalan Rajah, Singapore 329162<br />
T: +65 6593 8000<br />
F: +65 6593 8001<br />
E: info@curtin.edu.sg<br />
Curtin Singapore is the Singapore<br />
campus of Australia’s Curtin University.<br />
Ranked top 50 universities under 50<br />
by QS*, Curtin’s international presence<br />
is highlighted throughout the Asia-<br />
Pacific region, with offshore campuses<br />
in Singapore, Sarawak and Sydney.<br />
With a presence in Singapore since<br />
1986 and over 14,000 graduates later,<br />
the Curtin brand name in Singapore<br />
is synonymous with industry relevant,<br />
quality education that has continuously<br />
fulfilled student ambitions. <strong>The</strong> campus<br />
opened in 2008, students can now<br />
experience the highest quality of<br />
Australian University education in a<br />
comprehensive university environment,<br />
right here in the economic hub of<br />
Southeast Asia, Singapore.<br />
All of Curtin’s courses are offered<br />
through specialist faculties while<br />
industry connections ensure they<br />
are aligned with the latest industry<br />
trends. With identical course structures<br />
across locations, when the same<br />
course is available, students can<br />
also transfer between campuses<br />
with no interruption to their studies.<br />
This unique opportunity adds a rich<br />
and valuable dimension to students’<br />
studies.<br />
Curtin is committed to producing<br />
graduates who are job-ready. Close<br />
links with corporate business, industry,<br />
government and the community<br />
take students beyond the classroom<br />
and into the real world. Whether you<br />
graduate from Curtin Singapore,<br />
Sarawak, Sydney or Bentley, you can<br />
be sure that your degree is stamped<br />
with the Curtin reputation.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
Bachelor of Commerce – with single<br />
and double majors in: Accounting,<br />
Accounting and Finance, Banking<br />
Curtin Singapore:<br />
Quality Australian<br />
University Education<br />
in the heart of Asia.<br />
www.curtin.edu.sg<br />
and Finance, Finance and Marketing,<br />
<strong>International</strong> Business, Logistics<br />
and Supply Chain Management,<br />
Management and Human Resource<br />
Management, Management and<br />
Marketing, Marketing, Marketing and<br />
Advertising.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Curtin Singapore operates on trimester<br />
academic year, allowing students to<br />
complete the Bachelor program in 2<br />
years full-time, with intakes in March,<br />
July, and November.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
S$51,120 total tuition fee payable in 6<br />
trimester instalments of S$8,520.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Minimum GPA 2.6<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent<br />
How to Apply<br />
To apply, students simply complete<br />
the Curtin Singapore application<br />
form, attach all <strong>GAC</strong> certificates<br />
and transcripts, along with proof of<br />
English language proficiency and email<br />
to admissions@curtin.edu.sg. No<br />
application fee required.<br />
*Source: <strong>The</strong> QS top 50 universities<br />
under 50, 2012.<br />
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Singapore Institute of Management Pte Ltd<br />
SIM Headquarters, 461 Clementi Rd, Singapore 599491<br />
T: +65 6248 9746<br />
F: +65 6462 9411<br />
E: study@sim.edu.sg<br />
<strong>The</strong> Singapore Institute of Management<br />
(SIM Group), founded in 1964 under the<br />
initiation of the Economic Development<br />
Board, is the leading provider of higher<br />
education and professional training<br />
in Singapore. <strong>The</strong> SIM Group offers<br />
services through SIM University, SIM<br />
Professional Development, and SIM<br />
Global Education.<br />
SIM Global Education (SIM GE)<br />
offers high-quality overseas degree<br />
programs through its partnerships with<br />
established international universities<br />
and institutions from the US, UK,<br />
Australia and Switzerland. With a<br />
student enrolment of 21,500 including<br />
international students from over<br />
40 countries, SIM GE is a dynamic<br />
melting pot of learners from all cultures.<br />
SIM is currently doubling our main<br />
campus over two phases to be<br />
completed in 2014. We also have<br />
a SIM GE Campus where six halls<br />
of residence provide quality hostel<br />
accommodation with on-site study,<br />
sporting and recreational facilities.<br />
With the <strong>GAC</strong>, you can choose<br />
to pursue the following fulltime<br />
degree programs at SIM<br />
GE in Singapore through these<br />
universities:<br />
RMIT University<br />
RMIT University is ranked among the<br />
top 10 universities in Australia* and has<br />
been awarded the prestigious five QS<br />
Stars rating (2011)* for excellence in<br />
higher education. Since its foundation<br />
in 1887, RMIT has developed a strong<br />
international reputation for excellence in<br />
professional and vocational education.<br />
RMIT is home to nearly 74,000<br />
students, including over 29,000<br />
international students in Australia and<br />
overseas. SIM is RMIT’s oldest and<br />
largest offshore partner, with a history<br />
of collaboration spanning 25 years.<br />
RMIT offers a range of business<br />
programs in partnership with SIM:<br />
Degree Programs & Teaching Periods<br />
Bachelor of Business<br />
• Accountancy<br />
• Economics and Finance<br />
• Logistics and Supply Chain<br />
Management<br />
• Management<br />
• Marketing<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
January and July<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Program fee ranges from S$19,260<br />
to S$38,520<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> GPA 3.0<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
IELTS 6.5 with no individual band less<br />
than 6.0<br />
*All rankings are from QS World University<br />
Rankings 2011<br />
University of Wollongong<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Wollongong (UOW)<br />
is a leading Australian university<br />
with an international reputation for<br />
academic excellence.<br />
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UOW was placed in the top two<br />
percent of universities in the world by its<br />
performance in the QS World University<br />
Rankings 2012 and Times Higher<br />
Education World University Rankings<br />
2012. <strong>The</strong>se prestigious rankings<br />
compare universities across a range of<br />
important criteria, including research<br />
excellence.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 2013 Good <strong>Universities</strong> Guide<br />
marks the thirteenth year in a row<br />
that UOW has scored five stars in the<br />
categories of Getting a Job and Positive<br />
Graduate Outcomes. This shows UOW<br />
is a place where students not only get a<br />
five-star education, but a five-star chance<br />
of gaining a job at the end of their degree.<br />
Degree Programs & Teaching Periods<br />
Bachelor of Computer Science (Digital<br />
Systems Security): January, April, July,<br />
October. Bachelor of Computer Science<br />
(Multimedia and Game Development):<br />
January, April, July, October. Bachelor<br />
of Science (Psychology): January, July<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Program fee: S$31,565 to S$35,738<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> GPA 2.6<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Overall score of IELTS 6.0 with at least<br />
6.0 in Reading and Writing, and at<br />
least 5.0 in Speaking and Listening<br />
(Computer Science)<br />
Overall score of IELTS 6.5 with no<br />
individual band less than 6.0 (Psychology)<br />
Credits & Scholarships<br />
Please refer to: www.simge.edu.sg<br />
for information on scholarships.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Visit: www.simge.edu.sg for details<br />
on application procedures.<br />
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PHNOM PENH CAMBODIA<br />
Zaman University<br />
PATHUMTANI<br />
BANGKOK<br />
THONBURI<br />
HO CHI MINH CITY<br />
BEKASI INDONESIA<br />
President University<br />
JAKARTA INDONESIA<br />
INTI College<br />
MIBTi<br />
GS Fame Institute of Business<br />
SEMARANG INDONESIA<br />
Soegijaparanata Catholic<br />
University (SCU)<br />
HANOI<br />
JAKARTA<br />
PHNOM PENH<br />
BEKASI<br />
KUCHING MALAYSIA<br />
Swinburne University<br />
of Technology<br />
Sarawak Campus<br />
MIRI MALAYSIA<br />
Curtin University<br />
THONBURI THAILAND<br />
KMUTT<br />
KUCHING<br />
SEMARANG<br />
PATHUMTANI THAILAND<br />
Sirindhorn <strong>International</strong><br />
Institute of Technology<br />
(SIIT) at Thammasat University<br />
MIRI<br />
BANGKOK THAILAND<br />
AIT<br />
University of the Thai Chamber<br />
of Commerce (UTCC)<br />
HANOI VIETNAM<br />
RMIT <strong>International</strong> University Vietnam<br />
HO CHI MINH CITY VIETNAM<br />
ERC Institute<br />
NTT Institute of <strong>International</strong> Education<br />
Nguyen Tat Thanh University<br />
RMIT <strong>International</strong> University<br />
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Armed with an internationally recognised qualification, and<br />
loaded with the vital skills taught in a western university or<br />
campus, students will be extremely well prepared to enter<br />
the workforce in the East or the West.<br />
Study in Indonesia, Cambodia,<br />
Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia<br />
An increasingly popular option for<br />
students from South-East Asia and<br />
China, and even for some students<br />
from Western countries, is to study<br />
in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand or<br />
Vietnam. <strong>The</strong>se wonderfully historical,<br />
cultural and traditional countries also<br />
boast some of the fastest growing<br />
economies in the world. In each<br />
country, our <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
offer high-quality education and worldclass<br />
technology in courses from all<br />
major fields. Some offer courses in<br />
the native language, and others use<br />
English entirely.<br />
At foreign campuses in Malaysia and<br />
Vietnam, students can complete<br />
one or more years of an international<br />
degree from high-ranking Australian<br />
universities, such as RMIT (with two<br />
campuses in Vietnam), and Swinburne<br />
and Curtin universities (in Malaysia).<br />
In all cases, students will complete at<br />
least the final year of their degree in<br />
the <strong>Pathway</strong> University’s home campus<br />
in Australia. While foreign universities<br />
are forbidden to establish campuses in<br />
Indonesia, it is still possible to start a<br />
world-class degree in Jakarta from an<br />
international university, such as Deakin<br />
University (Melbourne), by enrolling in<br />
a twinning program conducted at a<br />
local university.<br />
<strong>International</strong> campuses in Thailand<br />
are located across the country,<br />
from Bangkok to Chiangmai, and<br />
from Khon Kaen to Phuket. Quality<br />
local and western universities offer<br />
degrees in English, German, Chinese<br />
and Arabic.<br />
In order to name themselves a<br />
university and issue internationally<br />
recognised qualifications, universities<br />
must be accredited by the Government<br />
of the Kingdom of Thailand.<br />
Also, students – and, particularly,<br />
parents – will greatly appreciate<br />
the savings in the cost of university<br />
education by studying in Indonesia,<br />
Malaysia, Thailand or Vietnam,<br />
compared with the cost of studying in<br />
the US, the UK, Australia or Singapore.<br />
Students from Indonesia, Malaysia,<br />
Thailand or Vietnam can live at home<br />
while starting their international degree.<br />
Students from other countries in the<br />
region can study in a nearby country<br />
with a low cost of living. Of course,<br />
students can take advantage of the<br />
obvious benefits of living in a modern<br />
Asian city, while still enjoying<br />
a traditional way of life.<br />
Students that choose to study at<br />
a foreign campus and then at an<br />
Australian university will be best<br />
prepared to bridge both the east and<br />
the west. <strong>The</strong>y will be armed with an<br />
internationally recognised qualification,<br />
and loaded with the vital critical<br />
skills and independence taught in a<br />
western university or campus.<br />
For more information on study in<br />
Malaysia, visit:<br />
www.studymalaysia.com/main.php<br />
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South-East Asian<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA and English Proficiency needed as at December 31 2012 +<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> University Location TOEFL PBT/IELTS minimum -<br />
some course require higher<br />
+ Correct at time of printing and subject to change. <strong>Universities</strong> change their admissions policies<br />
from time to time, and also reserve the right to refuse admission due to lack of course availability.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduates may also apply to ANY university with their <strong>GAC</strong> transcript and may be accepted.<br />
GPA for entry – some<br />
courses may require<br />
a higher GPA.<br />
Website<br />
AIT Bangkok, Thailand 12120 iBT 76 / 537 PBT / IELTS 5.5 Case-by-case basis www.ug.ait.ac.th/index.php<br />
Curtin University Sarawak Sarawak, Malaysia 98009 550 / 6.5 2.6 (Bachelor of Commerce only) www.curtin.edu.my<br />
ERC Institute Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 73% from Level III English modules<br />
provides entry to Diploma programs<br />
GS Fame Institute of<br />
Business<br />
2.3 www.erci.edu.vn<br />
Jakarta, Indonesia 11160 IELTS 5.5 2.25 www.gsfame.ac.id<br />
INTI College Jakarta BArat, Indonesia No proof of English required for<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduates<br />
2.0 www.inti.ac.id<br />
KMUTT Thonburi, Thailand 10140 TOEFL iBT 61 / PBT 500 / IELTS 5.0 Case-by-case basis www2.kmutt.ac.th<br />
MIBTi Jakarta, Indonesia 11410 Must complete Navitas English test<br />
or IELTS 5.5 for Diploma entry<br />
NTT Institute of <strong>International</strong><br />
Education Nguyen Tat<br />
Thanh University<br />
2.0 www.mibt.or.id<br />
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam TOEFL 50 iBT / 500 PBT / IELTS 5.0 D or 55% for entry to Diploma<br />
programs<br />
President University Bekasi, Indonesia 17550 TOEFL PBT 450 / IELTS 5.5 2.6 (all 3 levels of course<br />
successfully completed even if letter<br />
of offer provided prior to completion)<br />
RMIT <strong>International</strong> University,<br />
Vietnam<br />
Sirindhorn <strong>International</strong><br />
Institute of Technology (SIIT)<br />
at Thammasat University<br />
Soegijapranata Catholic<br />
University (SCU)<br />
Swinburne University of<br />
Technology, Sarawak Campus<br />
University of the Thai<br />
Chamber of Commerce<br />
(UTCC)<br />
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh<br />
City, Vietnam<br />
TOEFL iBT 92 (no band below 20) /<br />
IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)<br />
Patumtani, Thailand 12121 21.5 <strong>ACT</strong> English, Maths, Science<br />
average 21.5<br />
Semarang, Indonesia<br />
50234<br />
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www.president.ac.id<br />
2.6 - 3.3 (varies according to course) www.rmit.edu.vn<br />
2.0 www.siit.tu.ac.th<br />
IELTS 6.0 3.0 www.unika.id<br />
Sarawak, Malaysia 93350 IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 6.0) /<br />
TOEFL PBT 550 (min TWE score 5.0)<br />
2.3 minimum (some courses higher) www.swinburne.edu.my<br />
Bangkok, Thailand 10400 TOEFL PBT 500 / IELTS 5.0 2.75 (= <strong>GAC</strong> GPA 3.0), High School<br />
Mathematics 75%<br />
www.utcc.ac.th<br />
Zaman University Phnom Penh, Cambodia B in English modules 2.3 www.zamanuniversity.com<br />
Curtin University Sarawak<br />
KM2, Jalan Lutong-Kuala Baram<br />
CDT 250, 98009, Miri, Sarawak Malaysia<br />
T: +60 85 443939<br />
F: +60 85 443838<br />
E: enquiries@curtin.edu.my<br />
Subject Bachelors Degree<br />
( 3 years)<br />
Accounting •<br />
Accounting & Finance •<br />
Accounting & Banking •<br />
Finance •<br />
Accounting &<br />
Entrepreneurship<br />
Entrepreneurship &<br />
Marketing<br />
Banking & Finance •<br />
Finance & Marketing •<br />
Finance &<br />
Management<br />
Management &<br />
Marketing<br />
Public Relations &<br />
Management<br />
Marketing & Public<br />
Relations<br />
Tourism & Event<br />
Management and<br />
Marketing<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
Curtin’s Sarawak Campus was the<br />
University’s first offshore campus,<br />
established in 1999 in partnership<br />
with the Sarawak Government.<br />
Located in Miri, Sarawak, the campus<br />
is the first foreign university campus in<br />
East Malaysia.<br />
Degree courses<br />
Bachelor of Commerce degrees take<br />
three years. Refer to the table for the<br />
majors available.<br />
Intakes<br />
February / March & July / August<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Semester 1: 25/2/2013 to 28/6/2013<br />
Semester 2: 29/7/2013 to 29/11/2013<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Undergraduate Programs, Bachelor<br />
of Commerce:<br />
Local students:<br />
RM 17,528 per annum (Malaysian)<br />
<strong>International</strong> students*:<br />
RM 22,688 per annum (Inter’nl)<br />
*An international student is someone who<br />
is neither a Malaysian nor a permanent<br />
resident of Malaysia.<br />
All the above course fees exclude<br />
textbooks, accommodation and<br />
other study materials. Course fees<br />
(shown in Ringgit Malaysia) are based<br />
on a normal full-time work load of<br />
200 credits per year unless otherwise<br />
stated. Students studying more<br />
than 200 credits per year will have<br />
a higher annual course fee. <strong>The</strong><br />
course fee is calculated and charged<br />
on a semester basis.<br />
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<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
GPA 2.6 (Bachelor of Commerce only)<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
IELTS 6.5 (with no score less than 6.0)<br />
or equivalent<br />
TOEFL 80 iBT (20 in each section),<br />
213 CBT, 550 PBT<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Pro Vice Chancellor’s <strong>International</strong><br />
Scholarship:<br />
Two 50 percent scholarships for<br />
international students, toward<br />
course fee only for the entire duration<br />
of program (3 – 4 years depending<br />
on program of study). Closing date:<br />
17th February each year.<br />
Forms are available at Loans &<br />
Scholarships counter or download<br />
here: www.curtin.edu.my/scholarship/<br />
pvc_intl_scholar.htm.<br />
How To Apply<br />
Download and print the Application<br />
for Admission form: http://www.curtin.<br />
edu.my/future/how2apply.htm.<br />
Degree applications must reach Curtin<br />
by 11/1/2013 for Semester 1 and<br />
1/6/2013 for Semester 2.<br />
Important Weblinks for<br />
<strong>International</strong> Students<br />
Student Housing:<br />
www.curtin.edu.my/future/<br />
accomodation.htm.<br />
Living Expenses:<br />
www.curtin.edu.my/future/living_<br />
expenses.htm.<br />
Facilities & Services:<br />
www.curtin.edu/my/future/facilities/<br />
index.htm.<br />
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ERC Institute, Vietnam<br />
86-88-92 Huynh Van Banh Street, Ward 15,<br />
Phu Nhuan District, HCMC, Vietnam<br />
T: +84 8 62 92 92 88<br />
F: +84 8 62 92 92 87<br />
E: info@erci.edu.vn<br />
www.facebook.com/ercivn<br />
ERC Institute (ERCI) was established<br />
in 2003 by ERC Holdings (ERC) to<br />
provide education with a difference<br />
and raise the bar in education<br />
services in Singapore. ERC Holdings<br />
was founded by a group of successful<br />
Asian entrepreneurs in 1999 to<br />
cultivate a strong entrepreneurial<br />
culture in Asia.<br />
ERC Institute Vietnam is a member<br />
of ERCI Singapore. Our primary<br />
objective is to groom and mentor<br />
a new generation of business leaders<br />
in Vietnam equipped with skills to<br />
analyze and solve real-world<br />
business challenges of today.<br />
At ERC Institute Vietnam, we will<br />
challenge your thinking, change<br />
your outlook and choose your<br />
future. We have produced ideas<br />
and leaders that shape the world<br />
of business. We train our students<br />
to tackle real-world problems with<br />
real-world solutions. Our hands-on,<br />
market-based approach to business<br />
education transforms our students<br />
into confident, effective and<br />
respected business leaders.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
Bachelor (Hons) of Business<br />
Management with four majors:<br />
• Business Management<br />
• Finance Management<br />
• Tourism & Hospitality Management<br />
• Marketing Management<br />
Intake: 4 intakes/year –<br />
January, April, July, October<br />
Also available for eligible<br />
post-graduate students:<br />
• Master of Business Administration<br />
(MBA) with five majors:<br />
• MBA (Finance) MBA (Marketing)<br />
• MBA (Tourism & Hospitality)<br />
• MBA (Human Resource<br />
Management)<br />
Intake: Australian Institute of Business:<br />
6 intakes/year<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
BBA: US$24,000 (30 months)<br />
Probiz English: US$800 /<br />
level (5 levels: 3 months / level)<br />
Global Management Trainee Program:<br />
US$800 (6 months)<br />
We shape the world<br />
of business.<br />
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Tuition Fees include original textbooks<br />
and other study materials.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Students with the <strong>GAC</strong> Level III<br />
certificate with a GPA of minimum<br />
2.3 and a minimum score of 2.0 or<br />
73 percent in their English language<br />
will be exempted from our English<br />
Placement Test and go straight to<br />
our Year 1/Diploma program.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Diploma Programs:<br />
Students with a score of 73 percent<br />
from their Level III English language<br />
modules will be exempted from our<br />
English Placement Test and go straight<br />
to our Year 1/Diploma program.<br />
BBA<br />
IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 PBT or 80 iBT.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Please refer to: www.erci.edu.vn<br />
for information on credits and<br />
scholarships.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Students can visit: www.erci.edu.vn<br />
for details on application procedures;<br />
or contact us.<br />
Application fee is US$100.<br />
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NTT Institute of <strong>International</strong> Education (NIIE)<br />
298A Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, Ward 13, District 4,<br />
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam<br />
T: +84 8 39 404 208<br />
F: +84 8 38 255 675<br />
E: info@niie.edu.vn<br />
NTT Institute of <strong>International</strong> Education<br />
(NIIE), Vietnam offers a number of<br />
programs from the UK, Australia and<br />
Singapore. NIIE delivers diploma and<br />
degree programs in English, and will<br />
seek to enroll students from overseas<br />
as well as Vietnam.<br />
NIIE is an independent operating unit<br />
within Nguyen Tat Thanh University<br />
for the delivery of overseas diplomas<br />
and degrees. NIIE’s position within<br />
NTTU gives it the benefit of all the<br />
support and resources of a large<br />
university, plus the independence<br />
to develop and operate its own<br />
programs to a high standard, following<br />
internationally accepted best practices.<br />
<strong>The</strong> ethos and aim of NIIE is to<br />
establish high-quality, learner-centered<br />
programs that attract students<br />
through reputation and word of<br />
mouth, and provide excellent, wellmanaged,<br />
well-taught programs.<br />
We are employing high caliber faculty<br />
members with a blend of industry<br />
and teaching experience. <strong>The</strong> Institute<br />
is well-equipped and able to provide<br />
a good quality learning environment<br />
for students and staff.<br />
Programs<br />
Business Administration – Australia<br />
Hospitality Management – United Kingdom<br />
Accounting and Finance – Singapore<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
<strong>The</strong> academic calendar at NIIE follows<br />
the quarter system. Most of the programs<br />
at NIIE admit students four times per<br />
year in September, January, April and<br />
July. Besides the regular programs,<br />
NIIE also offers short courses which<br />
could have a different admission date.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
<strong>The</strong> tuition fees for most NIIE programs<br />
are much lower than their counterparts<br />
in home countries. <strong>The</strong>se tuition fees<br />
are subsidised by Nguyen Tat Thanh<br />
University, the umbrella institution of NIIE.<br />
For details of tuition fees for each<br />
program, please see our website at<br />
www.niie.edu.vn for our current rates.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Minimum Overall <strong>GAC</strong> Grade Point<br />
Average D.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
<strong>The</strong> candidates who meet the following<br />
requirements will be accepted to study<br />
diploma and degree programs at NIIE:<br />
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Diploma:<br />
• NIIE English Intermediate Level<br />
(Level 3B) OR<br />
• IELTS 5.0; TOEFL 50 CBT, 500 PBT;<br />
TOEIC 500<br />
Bachelor:<br />
• NIIE English Advanced Level<br />
(Level 5B) OR<br />
• IELTS 6.0; TOEFL 65 CBT, 550 PBT;<br />
TOEIC 600<br />
Note: TOEFL, TOEIC, and IELTS results<br />
and NIIE English results are recognized<br />
for two years from the test date.<br />
Credits & Scholarships<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are two types of scholarships<br />
available from NIIE for prospective<br />
students and current students.<br />
Prospective students, who want<br />
to join NIIE, are eligible for a partial<br />
scholarship for Year 1, and can<br />
apply for a further service scholarship<br />
in Year 2. Funds will be distributed<br />
once the application has been<br />
approved and the student has<br />
received the offer letter and paid the<br />
balance of fees for Year 1.<br />
For current students, service<br />
scholarships are also available.<br />
<strong>The</strong>se service scholarships will be<br />
offered once or twice each year.<br />
<strong>The</strong> value of the scholarships can<br />
be used to offset the cost of school<br />
fees or for other purposes. Students<br />
can apply for a maximum of two<br />
scholarships during their studies.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Please visit our website for individual<br />
programs and admission requirements<br />
at: www.niie.edu.vn.<br />
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President University<br />
Jl. Ki Hajar Dewantara<br />
Kota Jababeka, Cikarang Baru, Bekasi<br />
17550 Indonesia<br />
T: +62 21 8910 9762 63 Ext. 112-115<br />
E: vasu@president.ac.id<br />
President University is the leading<br />
international standard university in<br />
Indonesia. Located in the heart of<br />
Jababeka Industrial Estate (JIE),<br />
Cikarang, Indonesia, President<br />
University is claimed to be the 21st<br />
model of tertiary education in the<br />
country which aims to bridge the<br />
world of education and industry.<br />
Supported by 1,500 local leading<br />
and multinational companies from 30<br />
countries, President University is the<br />
best choice for international students<br />
who wish to study in Indonesia and<br />
gain some work experience.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
For the academic year 2012/2013,<br />
President University (PresUniv)<br />
offers 12 majors from six faculties<br />
which are:<br />
• Faculty of Economics<br />
Management<br />
Accounting<br />
• Faculty of Law<br />
Business Law<br />
<strong>International</strong> Law<br />
• Faculty of Computing<br />
Information System<br />
Information Technology<br />
• Faculty of Engineering<br />
Electrical Engineering<br />
Industrial Engineering<br />
• Faculty of Communication<br />
& Multimedia<br />
Public Relations<br />
Visual Communication Design<br />
• Faculty of Business &<br />
<strong>International</strong> Relations<br />
<strong>International</strong> Relations<br />
Business Administration<br />
Intake: September<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
All courses and faculties in President<br />
University can be completed in<br />
three years and four months or equal<br />
to 10 trimesters (two years and four<br />
President University<br />
is the best choice for<br />
international students<br />
who wish to study in<br />
Indonesia and gain some<br />
work experience.<br />
www.president.ac.id<br />
months for theoretical learning and<br />
the remaining one year for internships).<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Undergraduate Programs:<br />
Local and <strong>International</strong> Students:<br />
US$7,500 per annum<br />
<strong>The</strong> above course fees include<br />
all education fees (books can be<br />
borrowed from our libraries for free)<br />
plus accommodation fees (lodging<br />
and meals).<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
2.6<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
TOEFL 450 PBT; IELTS 5.5<br />
(with no score less than 5.0)<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
President University accepts transfer<br />
credits from foreign universities.<br />
No scholarships are available for<br />
sinternational students at the moment.<br />
How To Apply<br />
You can download your application<br />
form and apply online for free by<br />
following the link below:<br />
www.president.ac.id/admissions/<br />
international-student/<br />
Further information about President<br />
University can be seen from our<br />
official website: www.president.ac.id<br />
and further inquiries can be directed<br />
to our representative’s e-mail:<br />
vasu@president.ac.id.<br />
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RMIT <strong>International</strong> University Vietnam<br />
Saigon South campus<br />
702 Nguyen Van Linh Blvd, Tan Phong Ward, District 7,<br />
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam<br />
T: 848 3776 1369<br />
F: 848 3776 1399<br />
E: enquiries@rmit.edu.vn www.rmit.edu.vn<br />
RMIT <strong>International</strong> University Vietnam<br />
is the Asian hub of Melbourne-based<br />
University RMIT – Australia’s biggest<br />
tertiary institution. <strong>The</strong> largest offshore<br />
campus in the world, RMIT Vietnam<br />
offers programs from business<br />
and management to design and<br />
communications, and boasts an<br />
impressive range of extra-curricular<br />
activities that encourage students to<br />
break new ground in their areas of<br />
interest.<br />
Programs and courses at RMIT<br />
<strong>International</strong> University Vietnam are<br />
identical to those at RMIT University,<br />
Melbourne. <strong>The</strong> students at RMIT<br />
Vietnam are awarded an RMIT<br />
Melbourne degree on satisfactory<br />
completion of their program of studies.<br />
Study Abroad and Student Exchange<br />
programs are also available for<br />
students wishing to undertake short<br />
term international study – usually one<br />
to three semesters.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• Bachelor of Business<br />
• Accountancy<br />
• Business Information Systems<br />
• Commerce<br />
• Economics and Finance<br />
• Marketing<br />
• Bachelor of Communication<br />
(Professional Communication)<br />
• Bachelor of Design<br />
(Multimedia Systems)<br />
• Bachelor of Information Technology<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
RMIT Vietnam has three semesters<br />
per calendar year with intakes each<br />
semester for academic programs.<br />
Actual intakes are subject to demand.<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Please see our website:<br />
www.rmit.edu.vn for our current<br />
tuition rates.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
Varied according to course. Please<br />
visit our website for individual programs<br />
and admission requirements at:<br />
www.rmit.edu.vn.<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Successful completion of RMIT<br />
Vietnam English Advanced Level 2;<br />
IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0);<br />
TOEFL iBT 92 (no band below 20)<br />
Note: TOEFL and IELTS results are<br />
recognised for two years from the<br />
completion date. RMIT English results<br />
are only recognised for one year from<br />
the completion date.<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Students who wish to apply for credit<br />
for previous studies should contact<br />
RMIT Vietnam Student Recruitment<br />
for further details.<br />
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Selection criteria for Full<br />
Undergraduate Scholarship Program<br />
Scholarships are awarded on the basis<br />
of academic excellence as well as<br />
engagement in community-based<br />
activities. <strong>The</strong> average mark of the<br />
applicant in year 12 should be at least 8.0.<br />
Several categories of scholarships<br />
exist for entry into RMIT Vietnam:<br />
Local Vietnamese; <strong>International</strong>;<br />
Alumni (PG) scholarship. Scholarships<br />
cover tuition fees to study programs<br />
at RMIT Vietnam.<br />
Note: Selection criteria and conditions<br />
of scholarships are subject to change<br />
without notice. Please refer to the RMIT<br />
Vietnam website or contact our Student<br />
Recruitment for updated information.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Candidates are required to submit a<br />
comprehensive portfolio that details<br />
their experience, academic standing<br />
and addresses key selection criteria.<br />
Details are available via the RMIT<br />
Vietnam website. Offers will be based<br />
on academic merit and engagement in<br />
community-based activities. Applicants<br />
who do not receive an offer for the<br />
initial intake may be considered for<br />
the subsequent intakes.<br />
Additional Contact Details<br />
Hanoi campus<br />
Handi Resco Building,<br />
521 Kim Ma Street, Ba Dinh District,<br />
Hanoi<br />
T: 844 3726 1460<br />
F: 844 3726 1469<br />
E: Hanoi.enquiries@rmit.edu.vn<br />
Pham Ngoc Thach campus<br />
21 Pham Ngoc Thach<br />
District 3, Ho Chi Minh City<br />
T: 848 3776 1400<br />
E: enquiries@rmit.edu.vn<br />
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Swinburne University of Technology,<br />
Sarawak Campus<br />
Jalan Simpang Tiga<br />
93350 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia<br />
T: +60 82 415 353<br />
E: study@swinburne.edu.my swinburne.edu.my/international<br />
At Swinburne University of Technology<br />
Sarawak Campus our courses,<br />
adapted from our home campus in<br />
Melbourne, Australia, are designed<br />
to prepare graduates to live and<br />
work in a world in which professionals<br />
need to be capable of high levels of<br />
international interaction.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Sarawak campus was established<br />
in Kuching, the capital city of the<br />
Malaysian state of Sarawak, in<br />
2000. It is a foreign branch campus<br />
university and therefore has dual<br />
nationality, being both a branch of<br />
the Australian university as well as a<br />
Malaysian university. Degrees awarded<br />
are Australian and testamurs are<br />
indistinguishable from those awarded<br />
in Australia.<br />
Swinburne University of Technology,<br />
Sarawak Campus is jointly owned by<br />
Swinburne University of Technology,<br />
Australia and the Sarawak State<br />
government. <strong>The</strong> Australian partner in<br />
this venture, Swinburne University of<br />
Technology, a 104-year-old institution,<br />
is well-known in Australia for its<br />
business and technical education<br />
and for close links with industry.<br />
<strong>The</strong> university wants to make the<br />
same high standard of education<br />
available to young people abroad.<br />
Undergraduate degrees offered at the<br />
Sarawak campus include Engineering,<br />
Science, Commerce, ICT and Design,<br />
and double degrees in Engineering.<br />
<strong>The</strong> university also offers postgraduate<br />
research programs at PhD and Masters<br />
levels in these disciplines as well as<br />
Master of Business Administration<br />
(<strong>International</strong>) and Master of Arts<br />
(Teaching English to Speakers of<br />
Other Languages) by coursework.<br />
Currently the Sarawak Campus<br />
has more than 4,000 students with<br />
international students from more than<br />
50 countries. <strong>The</strong> student population<br />
is expected to reach 5,000 by 2013.<br />
<strong>The</strong> campus is only about 15 minutes<br />
from the Kuching city centre, and<br />
boasts custom-designed buildings<br />
and facilities which greatly improve<br />
teaching, research and student<br />
accommodation.<br />
Modelled as a garden city, Kuching<br />
has been described as one of the most<br />
liveable and attractive cities in South-<br />
East Asia.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• School of Engineering,<br />
Computing and Science<br />
Chemical, Civil, Electrical<br />
& Electronic, Mechanical<br />
<strong>The</strong> Sarawak Campus<br />
is the only international<br />
branch campus of<br />
Swinburne University<br />
of Technology, Australia.<br />
Engineering, Robotics &<br />
Mechatronics, Telecommunication<br />
and Network Engineering, Computer<br />
Science and Software Engineering,<br />
Information and Communication<br />
Technology, Biotechnology<br />
• School of Business and Design<br />
Accounting, Accounting and<br />
Finance, Finance, Human Resource<br />
Management, <strong>International</strong><br />
Business, Management, Marketing,<br />
Graphic Design, Multimedia Design<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Session 1: February<br />
Session 2: September<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Annual tuition fees for undergraduate<br />
studies are about US$19,000 to<br />
US$40,000.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> GPA average of 2.3 – 2.5<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Minimum grade of 80 percent in Level<br />
III <strong>GAC</strong> English modules, or IELTS with<br />
overall band score of 6.0 with no band<br />
under 6.0 (or equivalent).<br />
Credits and Scholarships<br />
Students may be eligible for transfer<br />
of credit* if the courses they have<br />
studied are similar to undergraduate<br />
courses offered in Swinburne Sarawak.<br />
<strong>The</strong> University also has a system that<br />
awards scholarships and financial aid<br />
to deserving students. A student who is<br />
enrolled in the University and has good<br />
results may apply for scholarship*.<br />
*Subject to terms and conditions<br />
How to Apply<br />
www.swinburne.edu.my/international/<br />
apply/<br />
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Mexican <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA and English Proficiency needed as at December 31 2012 +<br />
<strong>Pathway</strong> University Location TOEFL PBT/IELTS<br />
minimum – some<br />
courses require higher.<br />
Universidad Iberoamericana<br />
Puebla<br />
Universidad Popular<br />
Autonoma del Estado de<br />
Puebla (UPAEP)<br />
72197, Puebla, Pue. Mexico 530 PBT TOEFL and Spanish<br />
DELE B2. Courses are held<br />
in Spanish<br />
72160, Puebla, Pue. Mexico Credit for English level if show<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> Certificate on day of<br />
Placement Test. Courses are<br />
held in Spanish.<br />
+ Correct at time of printing and subject to change. <strong>Universities</strong> change their admissions policies<br />
from time to time, and also reserve the right to refuse admission due to lack of course availability.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> graduates may also apply to ANY university with their <strong>GAC</strong> transcript and may be accepted.<br />
GPA for entry Website<br />
GPA for entry 2.6 www.iberopuebla.mx<br />
2.3 Credit for English level if<br />
show <strong>GAC</strong> Certificate and<br />
ask for validation on day of<br />
Placement Test.<br />
www.upaep.mx<br />
Study in Mexico<br />
PUEBLA<br />
PUEBLA<br />
Universidad Iberoamericcana<br />
Universidad Popular Autonoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP)<br />
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If you study in Mexico, you will not only obtain a valuable<br />
degree but will experience a unique culture and develop<br />
life-long friends.<br />
Mexico is the third largest country in<br />
Latin America and boasts the largest<br />
population of Spanish speakers in the<br />
world. With over 110 million people,<br />
Mexico is a multicultural society which<br />
has been able to retain its culture and<br />
history while absorbing and integrating<br />
western contemporary styles. <strong>The</strong><br />
contrasts are vivid – you may see<br />
a young boy with baggy pants and<br />
a skateboard sitting at a computer<br />
terminal in an Internet café in a remote<br />
village while his mother, in traditional<br />
Mayan clothing, waits outside.<br />
Mexicans are deeply passionate<br />
about their country and their flag holds<br />
deep significance for them. Based<br />
on legend of how Mexico City, the<br />
country’s capital, was founded, the<br />
colours of the flag are meaningful:<br />
green represents hope and victory,<br />
white stands for unity and the purity<br />
of Mexican ideals, and red brings to<br />
mind the blood of the nation’s heroes.<br />
Located in an area known as the Pacific<br />
‘Ring of Fire,’ Mexico is characterised by<br />
active volcanoes and frequent seismic<br />
activity. <strong>The</strong> highest point in the country,<br />
Citlaltepetl (also called Orizaba) and the<br />
active volcano Popocatepetl are among<br />
the many volcanic peaks in Mexico.<br />
In Mexico today, education plays an<br />
increasingly important role in society.<br />
As Mexico has developed economically,<br />
so too have the opportunities for<br />
education for all its citizens. Mexico’s<br />
education system has been defined<br />
by its growth at all levels from primary<br />
through to university. Along with this<br />
growth, there has been a focus on<br />
quality improvement in the standard<br />
of education offered.<br />
Higher education consists of four<br />
types: universities, technical institutes,<br />
technological universities and teachertraining<br />
institutes. <strong>Universities</strong> (known<br />
as licenciatura) offer four-year degrees,<br />
while the technical institutes offer a<br />
three-year program in management<br />
and engineering. Teacher training<br />
colleges offer bachelor’s degrees in<br />
education. Technological universities<br />
provide a two-year program which<br />
prepares students to become<br />
technicians for universities. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />
private and public institutions of all<br />
four types. Each state has at least<br />
one public university, often with<br />
campuses in different cities.<br />
Degrees awarded in Mexico are<br />
equivalent to those awarded in the<br />
United States at the corresponding<br />
level. Most degrees are offered in<br />
Spanish, however there are many<br />
institutions offering degrees in<br />
English. Our <strong>Pathway</strong> <strong>Universities</strong><br />
in Mexico recognise the <strong>GAC</strong> when<br />
studied in Mexico, and Spanish is<br />
a prerequisite.<br />
If you study in Mexico, you will not<br />
only obtain a valuable degree but<br />
will experience a unique culture and<br />
develop life-long friends.<br />
For more information on study in<br />
Mexico, visit:<br />
www.studyabroad.com/programs/<br />
north+america,mexico/default.aspx<br />
OR find the same link at:<br />
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Universidad Iberoamericana Puebla<br />
Admissions Department<br />
Blvd. del Niño Poblano 2901,<br />
U. Territorial Atlixcayotl, Puebla, Pue. 72197 Mexico<br />
T: +52 222 372 3030<br />
F: +52 222 229 0781<br />
E: admisiones@iberopuebla.mx<br />
<strong>The</strong> Universidad Iberoamericana Puebla<br />
is a Jesuit university located in Puebla,<br />
Mexico, offering a large number of<br />
programs, both undergraduate and<br />
graduate. Its mission is to contribute,<br />
in an environment of responsible<br />
participation, openness, liberty,<br />
respect and critical thinking, to the<br />
development of professionals and<br />
researchers with human and academic<br />
quality, highly committed with service<br />
to others, in pursuit of a more free,<br />
productive and supportive society.<br />
For more than 450 years, Jesuit<br />
education has had a profound<br />
influence on our world.<br />
Since the creation of the first Jesuit<br />
school in Italy in 1548, Jesuits have<br />
been at the center of the intellectual<br />
world, beginning a long tradition of<br />
leadership in education. Ibero Puebla,<br />
as it is also known for short, is part of<br />
this tradition and philosophy, forming<br />
part of the large international network<br />
of Jesuit institutions, with a presence<br />
in more than 60 countries all around<br />
the world.<br />
<strong>The</strong> university is located in Puebla,<br />
the fourth largest city in Mexico, well<br />
known for its architecture, gastronomy,<br />
mild climate and excellent location.<br />
It has approximately 5,000 students<br />
coming from various parts of Mexico<br />
and the world.<br />
<strong>The</strong> experience of studying in Mexico,<br />
whether it is for a single term or a<br />
complete program, is full of surprises:<br />
great places to visit, an ancient<br />
culture to discover, colorful holidays,<br />
the warmth of Mexican people and<br />
a university that provides all services<br />
and academic excellence.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• Business Administration<br />
• Hospitality and Tourism<br />
Management<br />
• Marketing<br />
• Human Resources Management<br />
• Economics and Finance<br />
• Accounting and Financial Strategies<br />
• <strong>International</strong> Commerce<br />
• <strong>International</strong> Relations<br />
• Political Sciences and Public<br />
Administration<br />
• Communication<br />
• Law<br />
• Educational Processes<br />
• Psychology<br />
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<strong>The</strong> experience of a<br />
lifetime: Studying at Ibero<br />
Puebla offers you the<br />
opportunity of getting to<br />
know a wonderful culture,<br />
magnificent places and the<br />
warmth of Mexican people.<br />
• Literature and Philosophy<br />
• Automotive Engineering<br />
• Environmental Sciences and<br />
Sustainable Development<br />
• Computing Systems Engineering<br />
• Electronics and Communications<br />
Engineering<br />
• Business Engineering<br />
• Industrial Engineering<br />
• Mechanical Electrical Engineering<br />
• Mechatronics Engineering<br />
• Civil Engineering<br />
• Logistics Engineering<br />
• Nutrition and Food Sciences<br />
• Architecture<br />
• Graphic Design<br />
• Interaction Design and Digital<br />
Animation<br />
• Textile Design<br />
• Industrial Design<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Spring Term: January – May<br />
Summer Term: June – July<br />
Autumn Term: August – December<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Please contact Admissions<br />
Department for information.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA required<br />
Overall <strong>GAC</strong> Grade Point Average 2.6<br />
Minimum Language Proficiency<br />
Spanish as a second language:<br />
Level DELE B2<br />
Most of the courses are held in<br />
Spanish; TOEFL score 197 CBT,<br />
530 PBT<br />
How to Apply<br />
Please contact us using the details<br />
at the top of the page.<br />
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Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado<br />
de Puebla (UPAEP)<br />
21 Sur, 1103 Barrio de Santiago C.P. 72410 Puebla,<br />
Pue. Mexico<br />
T: +54 222 2299 400 ext. 7774<br />
F: +52 222 246 69 24<br />
E: monica.hijar@upaep.mx<br />
Founded in 1973, the UPAEP was<br />
established at the request of the people<br />
of Puebla in order to serve the people<br />
of the community. <strong>The</strong> University is<br />
noted for its academic excellence and<br />
the number of accredited programs as<br />
well as for its institutional development<br />
strength. <strong>The</strong> total university-level<br />
(undergraduate) enrollees are 9,615<br />
students. Puebla is known as the<br />
city of the student and UPAEP is a<br />
university that welcomes students<br />
from different states of the country,<br />
mainly from the south-east as well as<br />
international students. This has created<br />
a very diverse and attractive student life.<br />
UPAEP is located just two blocks<br />
from popular Juarez Avenue and a<br />
few blocks from Puebla’s historic<br />
downtown, which is considered a<br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site for its<br />
colonial architecture. Our campus has<br />
a very attractive urban location; it is<br />
located in the middle of the city, just a<br />
few blocks from the historic downtown.<br />
This is ideal for the student who wants<br />
to be close to or get to know the real<br />
and daily Mexican life. Also, the UPAEP<br />
campus is near public transportation<br />
to different parts of the city. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />
many shopping centers, movie theaters,<br />
and night clubs nearby.<br />
UPAEP’s campus has much to offer<br />
to local and international students<br />
including cultural and sports activities.<br />
Campus facilities include a fully<br />
equipped computer center, library<br />
center, conference room, language<br />
center, bank, cafeteria, film center,<br />
gymnasium, outdoor pool, and other<br />
sports facilities. <strong>The</strong> university is<br />
renowned for its basketball and soccer<br />
teams, and student groups are active in<br />
theater, dance, chorus, speech, debate,<br />
photography, and animation.<br />
Degree Programs<br />
• Arts: Architecture, Art History,<br />
Design & Advertising, Graphic<br />
Design, Film Studies and Audiovisual<br />
Production.<br />
• Business: Business Administration<br />
and Logistics, Economics, <strong>International</strong><br />
Trade, Hospitality Management,<br />
Marketing, Finance, Accounting,<br />
Culinary Art.<br />
• Health Sciences: Dentistry,<br />
Medicine, Nursing, Occupational<br />
<strong>The</strong>rapy, Nutrition.<br />
• Social Sciences: Communications,<br />
Journalism, Law, Political Science,<br />
<strong>International</strong> Relations.<br />
• Humanities: Pedagogy (Education),<br />
Philosophy, Psychology, Educational<br />
Psychology, Humanities, Literature<br />
and History.<br />
• Science and Engineering:<br />
Agriculture (Animal & Plant Sciences),<br />
Veterinary Medicine, Mechatronics,<br />
Chemical engineering, Civil<br />
www.upaep.mx<br />
Engineering, Environmental Engineering,<br />
Biotechnological Engineering, Industrial<br />
Engineering, Electronic Engineering,<br />
Bionics, Autoparts Manufacturing,<br />
Automotive Design, Software and<br />
Computer Systems Engineering,<br />
Information Technology.<br />
Courses taught in English<br />
<strong>The</strong>se vary from one semester to<br />
another. Examples of courses taught in<br />
English in the past include: Sustainable<br />
Architecture; European Studies;<br />
North American Studies; Comparative<br />
Business Law; Asian, African and Middle<br />
Eastern Studies; Information Systems;<br />
Systems of Government; Consumer<br />
Behavior; Quantitative Research;<br />
Seismic Engineering; Nutritional<br />
Evaluation; Introduction to Nutrition;<br />
Psychiatry; <strong>International</strong> Private Law;<br />
Judicial Topics in Mexico; Legal<br />
System in Mexico; European Law;<br />
Asian Studies; Political History of<br />
North America; Esthetics of<br />
Documentary Films; Campaign Evaluation;<br />
Promotional Advertising Strategies.<br />
Teaching Periods<br />
Semester 1: January to May<br />
Semester 2: August to December<br />
Tuition Fees<br />
Check: www.upaep.mx for further<br />
information.<br />
<strong>GAC</strong> GPA Required<br />
2.3<br />
Minimum English Proficiency<br />
Spanish as a second language:<br />
Level DELE B2. Most of the courses<br />
are held in Spanish; TOEFL score 197<br />
CBT, 530 PBT.<br />
Further proof of English not required.<br />
How to Apply<br />
Check: www.upaep.mx for further<br />
information.<br />
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Study in the USA<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Arkansas<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Admissions<br />
346 N. Arkansas Ave.<br />
1 University of Arkansas<br />
Fayetteville, AR 72701<br />
T: +1 479 575-6246<br />
E: iao@uark.edu<br />
www.uark.edu<br />
Ball State University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Admissions<br />
L.A. Pittenger Student Center,<br />
Room 102<br />
Ball State University<br />
Muncie, IN 47306<br />
T: +1 765 285 5422<br />
F: +1 765 285 3710<br />
E: intadmit@bsu.edu<br />
www.bsu.edu<br />
Berkeley College<br />
<strong>International</strong> Division<br />
12 East 41st Street, 14th Floor<br />
New York, NY 10017 United States<br />
T: +1 212 687 3730<br />
international@berkeleycollege.edu<br />
www.berkeleycollege.edu<br />
DeVry University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office<br />
3005 Highland Parkway<br />
Downers Grove, IL 60515-5799 United<br />
States<br />
T: +1 602 216 7700<br />
F: +1 602 943 4108<br />
E: clee@devry.edu<br />
www.devry.edu<br />
East Central University<br />
1100E 14th Street, PMB-J8<br />
Ada, OK 74820-6999 United States<br />
T: +1 580 559 5236<br />
F: +1 580 559 5432<br />
E: registrar@ecok.edu<br />
www.ecok.edu<br />
Gannon University<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Admissions<br />
109 University Square<br />
Erie, Pennsylvania 16541-0001<br />
T: +1 814 871 7480<br />
F: +1 814 871 5827<br />
E: international@gannon.edu<br />
www.gannon.edu<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Georgia<br />
Office of Undergraduate Admissions<br />
Terrell Hall Room 212<br />
210 South Jackson Street<br />
Athens, GA 30602-1633 United States<br />
T: +1 706 542 2112<br />
E: admintl@uga.edu<br />
www.admissions.uga.edu/article/<br />
international-students.html<br />
Humboldt State University<br />
Center for <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
1 Harpst Street<br />
Arcata, CA 95521-8299 United States<br />
T: +1 707 826 4142<br />
F: +1 707 826 3939<br />
E: international@humboldt.edu<br />
www.humboldt.edu/international<br />
University of Idaho<br />
<strong>International</strong> Programs Office<br />
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1250<br />
Moscow, ID 83844-1250 United States<br />
T: +1 208 885 8984<br />
F: +1 208 885 2859<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Iowa<br />
Office of Admissions<br />
107 Calvin Hall<br />
Iowa City, Iowa 52246-1396<br />
United States<br />
T: +1 319 335 1534<br />
F: +1 319 335 1535<br />
E: admissions@uiowa.edu<br />
www.uiowa.edu<br />
Iowa State University<br />
Office of Admissions<br />
Iowa State University<br />
100 Enrollment Services Ctr.<br />
Ames, IA 50011-2011 United States<br />
T: +1 515 294 5836<br />
F: +1 515 294 2592<br />
E: admissions@iastate.edu<br />
www.admissions.iastate.edu<br />
University of Illinois at Springfield<br />
Office of Admissions, University Hall<br />
1 University Plaza, MS UHB 1080<br />
Springfield, Illinois, 62703-5407<br />
United States<br />
T: +1 217 206 4847<br />
F: +1 217 206 6620<br />
E: admissions@uis.edu<br />
www.uis.edu/international/<br />
Johnson & Wales University<br />
8 Abbott Park Place, Providence,<br />
Rhode Island 02903 United States<br />
T: + 1 401 598 1074<br />
F: + 1 401 598 4773<br />
E: Manny.Tavares@jwu.edu<br />
www.jwu.edu<br />
Lewis-Clark State College<br />
<strong>International</strong> Programs Office<br />
500 8th Avenue., Lewiston, ID 83501<br />
United States<br />
T: +1 208 792 2177<br />
F: +1 208 792 2824<br />
E: internationaladmissions@lcsc.edu<br />
www.lcsc.edu/international<br />
LIU Post - Long Island University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Admissions Office<br />
720 Northern Boulevard<br />
Brookville, New York 11548 United<br />
States<br />
T: +1 516 299 2637<br />
F: +1 516 299 2418<br />
E: post-international@liu.edu<br />
www.liu.edu/post/international<br />
University of Maine<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
5782 Winslow Hall, Room 100<br />
Orono, ME 04469-5782 United States<br />
T: +1 207 581 2905<br />
F: +1 207 581 2920<br />
E: umintadm@maine.edu<br />
www.umaine.edu/international<br />
University of Montana<br />
Admissions & New Student Services<br />
Lommasson Center<br />
Missoula, Montana 59812-2016<br />
United States<br />
T: +1 406 243 6266<br />
F: +1 406 243 5711<br />
E: admiss@umontana.edu<br />
http://admissions.umt.edu<br />
National University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Programs Office<br />
9388 Lightwave Avenue<br />
San Diego, CA 92123 United States<br />
T: +1 858 541 7960<br />
F: +1 858 541 7995<br />
E: ipa@nu.edu<br />
www.nu.edu<br />
University of Nebraska Kearney<br />
<strong>International</strong> Admissions<br />
2504 19th Ave - Welch Hall<br />
Kearney, NE 68849 United States<br />
T: +1 308 865 8953<br />
F: +1 308 865 8947<br />
E: intladmin@unk.edu<br />
www.unk.edu<br />
New England College<br />
Office of Admission<br />
98 Bridge Street<br />
Henniker, NH 03242 United States<br />
T: +1 603 428-2223<br />
F: +1 603 428 3155<br />
E: admission@nec.edu<br />
University of North Alabama<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Affairs<br />
UNA Box 5058,<br />
Florence AL 35632-0001 United States<br />
T: +1 256 765 4626<br />
F: +1 256 765 5404<br />
E: international@una.edu<br />
www.una.edu/international<br />
University of Northern Iowa<br />
002 Gilchrist Hall<br />
Cedar Falls, Iowa 50614-0018 United<br />
States<br />
T: +1 319 273 2281<br />
F: +1 319 273 2885<br />
E: admissions@uni.edu<br />
www.uni.edu/intiadm<br />
University of Oklahoma<br />
Office of Admissions<br />
1000 Asp Avenue, Room 127<br />
Norman, Oklahoma 73019<br />
United States<br />
T: +1 405 325 2252<br />
F: +1 405 325 7124<br />
E: intladmissions@ou.edu<br />
go2.edu.au/international<br />
Oklahoma State University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Students & Scholars<br />
076 Student Union<br />
Stillwater, OK 74078 United States<br />
T: +1 405 744 5459<br />
F: +1 405 744 8120<br />
E: admissions-iss@okstate.edu<br />
www.iss.okstate.edu<br />
Otterbein University<br />
Office of Admission<br />
Clippinger Hall, 102 W. College Ave<br />
Westerville, Ohio 43081 United States<br />
T: +1 614 823 1500<br />
E: uotterb@otterbein.edu<br />
www.otterbein.edu<br />
Pacific Lutheran University<br />
Office of Admission<br />
Tacoma, WA 98447-0003 United<br />
States<br />
T: +1 253 535 7151<br />
F: +1 253 536 5136<br />
E: admission@plu.edu<br />
www.choose.plu.edu<br />
University of Redlands<br />
1200 East Colton Ave<br />
P.O. Box 3080<br />
Redlands, CA 9373 United States<br />
T: +1 909 793 2121<br />
E: kara_babb@redlands.edu; jack_<br />
osborn@redlands.edu<br />
www.redlands.edu<br />
Rowan University<br />
Savitz Hall, Mullica Hill Road<br />
Glassboro, NJ 08028-1701 United<br />
States<br />
T: +1 856 256 4105<br />
E: torre@rowan.edu<br />
www.rowan.edu/provost/<br />
internationalstudents/<br />
Saint Mary’s College of California<br />
1928 Saint Mary’s Road<br />
PO Box 4800<br />
Moraga, California 94575-4800 United<br />
States<br />
T: +1 925 631 4224<br />
F: +1 925 376 7193<br />
E: international@stmarys-ca.edu<br />
www.stmarys-ca.edu/international<br />
Southern Oregon University<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
1250 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland<br />
Oregon 97520 United States<br />
T: +1 541 552 6336<br />
E: intprogs@sou.edu<br />
www.sou.edu/admissions/international/<br />
State University of New York (SUNY),<br />
Fredonia Campus<br />
<strong>International</strong> Education Center<br />
280 Central Avenue – 8 LoGrasso Hall<br />
Fredonia, NY 14063 United States<br />
T: +1 716 673 3451<br />
F: +1 716 673 3175<br />
E: mary.sasso@fredonia.edu<br />
www.fredonia.edu/<br />
internationaleducation/iss<br />
State University of New York (SUNY),<br />
Oswego campus<br />
Office of Admissions<br />
229 Sheldon Hall<br />
Oswego, NY 13126-3599 United<br />
States<br />
T: +1 315 312 2250<br />
F: +1 315 312 3260<br />
E: admiss@oswego.edu<br />
http://www.oswego.edu/admissions/<br />
international.html<br />
University of Wisconsin-Superior<br />
campus<br />
Office of <strong>International</strong> Programs<br />
Old Main 337, Belknap and Catlin<br />
Superior, WI 54880 United States<br />
T: +1 715 394 8052<br />
F: +1 715 394 8363<br />
E: mmaclean@uwsuper.edu<br />
http://www.uwsuper.edu/oip/intl_pros/<br />
index.cfm<br />
Study in Australia<br />
Australian Catholic University<br />
42 Edward Street<br />
North Sydney NSW 2060<br />
AUSTRALIA<br />
T: +61 2 9739 2437<br />
E: international.admissions@acu.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00004G<br />
www.acu.edu.au/international/<br />
University of Ballarat<br />
<strong>International</strong> Student Programs<br />
PO Box 663, Ballarat VIC 3353 Australia<br />
T: + 61 3 5327 9018<br />
F: +61 3 5327 9017<br />
E: international@ballarat.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00103D<br />
www.ballarat.edu.au/international<br />
Bond University<br />
Gold Coast, QLD 4229 Australia<br />
T: +61 7 5595 1024<br />
F: +61 7 5595 1015<br />
E: international@bond.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00017B<br />
www.bond.edu.au<br />
Cambridge <strong>International</strong> College<br />
Admissions Department,<br />
Level 5, 422 Little Collins Street,<br />
Melbourne, Vic, 3000, Australia<br />
F: +61 3 96634922<br />
E: admissions@cambridgecollege.com.<br />
au<br />
CRICOS: 01718J<br />
www.cambridgecollege.com.au/vic/<br />
future/international<br />
Charles Sturt University<br />
T: +61 2 6338 6077<br />
F: + 61 2 6338 6001<br />
E: Contact form at site: www.csu.edu.<br />
au/international/apply<br />
CRICOS: 00005F<br />
http://www.csu.edu.au/international<br />
CQUniversity<br />
Admissions Centre<br />
PO Box 10437<br />
Southport QLD 4215<br />
T: +61 7 4930 9000<br />
F: +61 7 5531 2288<br />
E: international-admissions@cqu.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00219C<br />
http://www.cqu.edu.au/study/who-am-i/<br />
international-students<br />
Curtin University<br />
GPO Box S1512<br />
Perth, WA 6845 Australia<br />
T: +61 8 9266 7331<br />
F: +61 8 9266 2605 / 4013<br />
E: international@curtin.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00301J<br />
www.international.curtin.edu.au<br />
Curtin University Sydney<br />
Curtin House, 39-47 Regent Street<br />
Chippendale, NSW 2008 Australia<br />
T: +61 2 8399 7888<br />
F: +61 2 8399 7899<br />
E: info@sydney.curtin.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 02637B<br />
www.sydneycurtin.edu.au<br />
Deakin University<br />
Deakin <strong>International</strong><br />
221 Burwood Highway,<br />
Burwood VIC 3125 Australia<br />
T: +61 3 9627 4877<br />
E: deakin-int-admissions@deakin.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00113B<br />
www.deakin.edu.au<br />
Griffith University<br />
Nathan Campus<br />
170 Kessels Road, Nathan<br />
Brisbane Queensland 4111 Australia<br />
T: +61 7 3735 6425<br />
E: international@griffith.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00233E<br />
www.griffith.edu.au/international<br />
La Trobe University<br />
Level 2, Peribolos East Building<br />
La Trobe University VIC 3086 Australia<br />
T: +61 3 9627 4805<br />
Already submitted applications:<br />
T: +61 3 9479 1199<br />
F: +61 3 9479 3660<br />
E: international@latrobe.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00115M<br />
www.latrobe.edu.au/international<br />
Macquarie University<br />
Balaclava Rd,<br />
North Ryde, 2109 Australia<br />
T: +61 2 9850 7346<br />
F: +61 2 9850 9198<br />
E: iso@mq.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00002J<br />
www.international.mq.edu.au<br />
Murdoch University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office<br />
South Street, Murdoch WA 6150 Australia<br />
T: +61 8 9360 6063<br />
E: internat@murdoch.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00125J<br />
http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Futurestudents/<strong>International</strong>-students/<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of Newcastle<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office, Hunter Building, Room<br />
HA 39<br />
Callahan NSW 2308 Australia<br />
T: + 61 2 4921 6595<br />
F: + 61 2 4960 1766<br />
E: international-admissions@newcastle.<br />
edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00109J<br />
www.newcastle.edu.au/students/<br />
international/<br />
University of New England<br />
Armidale NSW 2351 Australia<br />
T: +61 2 6773 2135<br />
E: international@une.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00003G<br />
http://www.une.edu.au/for/internationalstudents/<br />
<strong>The</strong> University of New South Wales<br />
UNSW <strong>International</strong><br />
Ground Floor, East Wing, Red Centre<br />
UNSW Sydney, NSW 2052<br />
T: +61 2 9385 6996<br />
F: +61 2 9385 9907<br />
Contact form at site: www.international.<br />
unsw.edu.au/contact-us/<br />
CRICOS:00098G<br />
www.international.unsw.edu.au/<br />
RMIT University<br />
RMIT <strong>International</strong><br />
GPO Box 2476<br />
Melbourne Victoria 3001 Australia<br />
T: + 61 3 8676 7047<br />
E: isu@rmit.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00122A<br />
www.rmit.edu.au/international<br />
University of South Australia<br />
GPO Box 2471, Adelaide, SA 5001<br />
Australia<br />
T: + 61 3 9627 4854<br />
F: + 61 3 9627 4864<br />
E: international.office@unisa.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00121B<br />
www.unisa.edu/international<br />
www.unisachina.com<br />
University of Southern Queensland<br />
USQ <strong>International</strong><br />
Toowoomba QLD 4350 Australia<br />
T: + 61 7 4631 2362<br />
F: + 61 7 4635 9225<br />
E: international@usq.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00244B<br />
www.usq.edu.au/international<br />
Swinburne University of Technology<br />
Swinburne <strong>International</strong><br />
PO Box 218 Hawthorne<br />
VIC 3122 Australia<br />
T: +61 3 8676 7002<br />
F: +61 3 9818 3648/3647<br />
E: international@swin.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00111D<br />
www.swinburne.edu.au/international<br />
University of Tasmania<br />
<strong>International</strong> Marketing & Recruitment<br />
Sandy Bay, TAS 7005 Australia<br />
T: +61 3 6226 5979<br />
E: international.admissions@utas.<br />
edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00586B<br />
www.international.utas.edu.au/<br />
Victoria University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office<br />
PO Box 14428<br />
Melbourne, VIC 8001 Australia<br />
T: +61 3 9919 1164<br />
E: international@vu.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00124K<br />
http://www.vu.edu.au/internationalstudents<br />
University of Western Sydney<br />
UWS <strong>International</strong><br />
Locked Bag 1797<br />
Penrith NSW 2751 Australia<br />
T: +612 9685 9280<br />
E: uwsiadmissions@uws.edu.au<br />
E: internationalstudy@uws.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00917K<br />
http://www.uws.edu.au/international/<br />
home<br />
University of Wollongong<br />
NSW 2522 Australia<br />
T: +61 2 4221 3218<br />
F: +61 2 4221 3233<br />
E: uniadvice@uow.edu.au<br />
CRICOS: 00102E<br />
http://www.uow.edu.au/future/<br />
international/index.html<br />
Study in Canada<br />
Canadian Mennonite University<br />
Admissions Department<br />
500 Shaftesbury Blvd.<br />
Winnipeg, MB R3P 2N2 Canada<br />
T: +1 204 487 3300<br />
F: +1 204 487 3858<br />
E: Contact form at: www.cmu.ca/<br />
contactForm.html<br />
Concordia University<br />
John Molson School of Business<br />
PO Box 2900 Montreal<br />
Quebec H3G 2S2 Canada<br />
T: + 1 514 848 2424 ext. 2742<br />
F: + 1 514 848 2822<br />
E: Bcomm@jmsb.concordia.ca<br />
www.johnmolson.concordia.ca<br />
Dalhousie University<br />
Office of the Registrar<br />
PO Box 15000<br />
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4H6 Canada<br />
T: +1 902 494 2450<br />
F: +1 902 494 1630<br />
E: admissions@dal.ca<br />
www.dal.ca<br />
Kwantlen Polytechnic University<br />
c/o Admissions<br />
12666 72 Avenue<br />
Surrey, B.C.<br />
Canada V3W 2M8<br />
T: +1 604 599 2000<br />
E: admissions@kwantlen.ca<br />
http://www.kwantlen.ca/apply-inted.<br />
html<br />
Memorial University<br />
of Newfoundland<br />
<strong>International</strong> Student Advising Office<br />
Corte Real, Room 1000A<br />
Burton’s Pond Apartments<br />
St. John’s, Newfoundland A1B 3S7<br />
Canada<br />
T: +1 709 864 8895<br />
F: +1 709 864 6102<br />
E: isa@mun.ca<br />
http://www.mun.ca/isa/new/<br />
University of Prince Edward Island<br />
T: +1 902 894 2880 or 902 566 0439<br />
E: international@upei.ca or<br />
E: registrar@upei.ca<br />
http://studentservices.upei.ca/<br />
international<br />
University of Victoria<br />
Undergraduate Admissions and<br />
Records<br />
PO Box 3025 STN CSC<br />
Victoria, British Columbia V8W 3P2<br />
Canada<br />
T: +1 250 721 8121<br />
F: +1 250 721 6225<br />
E: uvip@uvic.ca<br />
http://www.uvic.ca/future-students/<br />
international/index.php<br />
University of Windsor<br />
401 Sunset Avenue<br />
Windsor, Ontario, N9B 3P4 Canada<br />
T: +1 519 253 3000 ext. 3938<br />
E: isc@uwindsor.ca<br />
www.uwindsor.ca/international<br />
www.uwindsor.ca/isc<br />
York University<br />
Office of Admissions<br />
Bennett Centre for Student Services<br />
99 Ian MacDonald Blvd<br />
Toronto, ON M3J 1P3 Canada<br />
T: +1 416 736 5000<br />
F: +1 416 736 5536<br />
http://international/.yorku.ca/intistud/<br />
index.htm<br />
Study in the UK<br />
Note<br />
Students applying to undergraduate<br />
degrees in the United Kingdom<br />
should apply through UCAS, at www.<br />
ucas.com.<br />
Bangor University<br />
Bangor Gwynedd Wales LL57 2DG<br />
United Kingdom<br />
T: +44 1248 38 2028<br />
F: +44 1248 38 3785<br />
E: international@bangor.ac.uk<br />
www.bangor.ac.uk/international<br />
Central Lancashire, University of<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office<br />
Room 33, Foster Building,<br />
Preston PR1 2HE United Kingdom<br />
T: +44 1772 89 5024<br />
E: international@uclan.ac.uk<br />
www.uclan.ac.uk/information/<br />
international/index.php<br />
University of Chichester<br />
<strong>International</strong> Admissions, Oaklands<br />
Park House, College Lane, Chichester,<br />
West Sussex, PO19 6PE, United<br />
Kingdom<br />
T: +44 1243 81 6002<br />
E: admissions@chi.ac.uk<br />
www.chi.ac.uk/international-students<br />
University of Glamorgan<br />
Enquiries and Admissions Unit<br />
University of Glamorgan<br />
Pontypridd, Wales, CF37 1DL UK<br />
United Kingdom<br />
T: +44 1443 65 4450<br />
F: +44 1443 65 4050<br />
E: international@glam.ac.uk<br />
http://international.glam.ac.uk/<br />
University of Glasgow<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office, Fraser Building<br />
Glasgow G12 8QQ Scotland<br />
T: + 44 (0)141 330 8153<br />
F: + 44 (0)141 330 4045<br />
E: ug-international@gla.ac.uk<br />
www.glasgow.ac.uk/international<br />
University of Greenwich<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office<br />
Maritime Greenwich Campus<br />
Old Naval College<br />
Park Row, London SE10 9LS England<br />
T: +44 208 331 8136<br />
F: +44 208 331 8625<br />
E: international@gre.ac.uk<br />
www.gre.ac.uk/international-students<br />
Kingston University<br />
River House, 53-57 High Street<br />
Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1LQ,<br />
United Kingdom<br />
T: +44 20 8417 3411<br />
F: +44 20 8417 3028<br />
E: international@kingston.ac.uk<br />
www.kingston.ac.uk/international<br />
University of Newcastle<br />
Student Services<br />
King’s Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne<br />
NE1 7RU United Kingdom<br />
T: +44 191 208 3333<br />
Enquiries: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/<br />
enquiries/<br />
www.ncl.ac.uk/international/<br />
University of Portsmouth<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office<br />
First Floor, Nuffield Centre, St Michael’s<br />
Road,<br />
Portsmouth PO1 2ED, United Kingdom<br />
T: +44 23 9284 3488<br />
F: +44 23 9284 3538<br />
E: international.office@port.ac.uk<br />
www.port.ac.uk/departments/<br />
studentsupport/international/<br />
Swansea University<br />
<strong>International</strong> Development Office<br />
Marketing Department<br />
Singleton Park, Swansea<br />
Wales, SA2 8PP United Kingdom<br />
T: + 44 1792 60 2600<br />
F: + 44 1792 29 5839<br />
E: international@swansea.ac.uk<br />
www.swan.ac.uk/international/students/<br />
University of West London<br />
<strong>International</strong> Office<br />
St Mary’s Road London W5 5RF United<br />
Kingdom<br />
T: +44 208 231 2468<br />
E: learning.advice@uwl.ac.uk<br />
www.uwl.ac.uk<br />
Study in Singapore<br />
Curtin Singapore<br />
90 & 92 Jalan Rajah, Singapore, 329162<br />
T: +65 6593 8000<br />
F: +65 6593 8001<br />
E: info@curtin.edu.sg<br />
www.curtin.edu.sg<br />
ERC Institute, Singapore<br />
343, River Valley Road, #01-05<br />
ERCI Campus, Singapore 238382<br />
T: +65 6349 2727<br />
F: +65 6349 2726<br />
E: enquiry@erci.edu.sg<br />
www.erci.edu.sg<br />
Singapore Institute of Management<br />
Pte Ltd<br />
SIM Headquarters, 461 Clementi Rd,<br />
Singapore 599491<br />
T: +65 6248 9746<br />
F: +65 6462 9411<br />
E: study@sim.edu.sg<br />
www.simge.edu.sg<br />
SMF Institute of Higher<br />
Learning Pte Ltd<br />
410 North Bridge Road, Singapore<br />
188726<br />
T: +65 6622 6622<br />
E: enquiry@smf.edu.sg<br />
http://smp.edu.sg/