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WHAT IS AN <strong>ISC</strong><br />
PATHWAY PROGRAM?<br />
Do I study English language?<br />
Yes. Depending on your language level,<br />
you may take the 2-, 3-, or 4-semester<br />
International Year One (IY1) program at<br />
the <strong>ISC</strong>, which will include academic and -<br />
academic and English courses.<br />
Do I study academic courses?<br />
Yes. You will take specialized academic courses<br />
that fully prepare you to enter the second<br />
year of your degree program.<br />
Do I get academic credits for my degree?<br />
Yes. You will get a minimum of 24 academic<br />
credits for your degree upon successful<br />
completion of the credit-bearing courses<br />
offered at the <strong>ISC</strong>.<br />
Do I get extra academic support<br />
and learn study skills?<br />
Yes. The <strong>ISC</strong> provides additional support<br />
to help you succeed academically.<br />
After the <strong>ISC</strong>, do I continue into the<br />
second year of my degree program?<br />
Yes. Upon completion of the <strong>ISC</strong>, you will move<br />
into the second year of your degree program.<br />
Will I graduate in four years?<br />
Yes. Depending on your program type, you<br />
will spend 8-16 months at the <strong>ISC</strong> and then<br />
the remaining three years (of your fouryear<br />
program) completely integrated into<br />
the University.<br />
Do I lose time at the <strong>ISC</strong>?<br />
No. You are able to graduate within four years,<br />
similar to direct entry students. Unlike studying<br />
an English-only program and then starting your<br />
first year of university studies, you can save<br />
both time and money at the <strong>ISC</strong>.<br />
Do I pay more to get an American degree?<br />
No. You save money by studying at the <strong>ISC</strong><br />
since you will study both English and academic<br />
courses within the standard suggested duration<br />
to complete the given degree program.<br />
Is there an application fee?<br />
No. There is no <strong>JMU</strong> application fee for<br />
<strong>ISC</strong> applicants.<br />
Do I get a university issued I-20?<br />
Yes, <strong>JMU</strong> issues the I-20 for visa purposes.<br />
Do I take classes with American students?<br />
You will take cohort classes with other<br />
international students in the <strong>ISC</strong>, offering<br />
you dedicated attention and academic help.<br />
You will always take regular classes with<br />
American students once you finish the <strong>ISC</strong> and<br />
matriculate to full-time degree study at <strong>JMU</strong>.<br />
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