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- 1. Bridge International for Academic Services www.bridge.jo
- 2. Bridge International for Academic Services
- 3. ï‚— World class educational institutions ï‚— Endless study choices ï‚— Worldwide recognition ï‚— Intercultural experience ï‚— Availability of supporting industries ï‚— Great internship opportunities ï‚— Advanced technology and infrastructure ï‚— Unforgettable campus experience ï‚— Networking opportunities
- 4.  YOUR needs are important to us  We do our best to find the perfect university for YOU  We have experience of 14 years in the field of academic consulting  We have successfully placed more than 140 students during the last academic year  Our job doesn’t end with the placement. Should any unexpected issues occur while YOU are studying in the U.S., we will do our best to help YOU!
- 6.  Bachelor degrees are 4 years long, masters are 2 years long and Doctorate degrees are 3 – 4 years long  Diversity of students  A wide range of majors to choose from (Engineering, Business, Design, Computer Science, Art, Linguistics, Humanities, Pre- Med, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre- Law…etc.).
- 7.  Community Colleges generally provide two years of study in various disciplines, that lead to an Associate’s (AA or AS) Degree.  Often used to aid in the transition from high school to college/university.  Students often transfer to a university to complete a BA or BS degree.
- 8. ï‚— If students are not happy at their selected place of study, or if they prefer an alternative academic program, they can transfer from one educational institution to another. ï‚— Students who seek to transfer must go through a complete admissions process at the new college or university. ï‚— If students have finished a two-year diploma, they may be accepted for the third year at the university. ï‚— A-level and IB students may have the advantage of possibly receiving university transfer credits
- 10. ï‚— Academic programs ï‚— Location ï‚— Size of the university ï‚— Personal interest (Sports, Hobbies) ï‚— Cost
- 11. Liberal Arts  Colby-Sawyer  Guilford  Illinois Wesleyan  Saint Mary’s  Western New England Business  Sacred Heart  Arkansas State  Eastern Connecticut  Montana State  Metropolitan College of New York
- 12. Pharmacy  Gannon  Rowan  Evansville  New Haven  University of Cincinnati Computer Science  Alliant  Arkansas State  Northern Michigan  Saint Michael’s  Bridgeport  Wright State
- 13. Hospitality  Johnson & Wales  Ashland  Northern Arizona  Northern Michigan  Saint Leo  Troy  Southern New Hampshire Engineering  Cincinnati  Gannon  Grand Valley  University of Michigan – Flint
- 14. Medicine and Dentistry  Students must get a degree in pre-medicine or medicine related major (Ex: sciences, biology, zoology, chemistry, biotechnology, biomedical engineering…etc.)  do the MCAT test  Apply to medical school – very competitive!
- 15. Law  Students interested in Law should seek a degree in pre-law or law related major (political science, international relations, ,  LSAT  Apply to Law school  Masters in International Law is the best option for international students – one year program.
- 17. Small rural  Saint Michaels  Colby-Sawyer  Guilford Small near urban center  Pine Manor  Saint Mary’s  Saint Leo Large rural  Arkansas State  Grand Valley  Montana State Large in/near urban center  Cincinnati  Illinois Wesleyan  Johnson & Wales  Texas Wesleyan
- 18. PUBLIC Indiana State – $ 27,631 Northern Michigan – $11,828 Arkansas State – $170/$444 per credit hour North Dakota State – $14,547 Note: Public (state) universities tend to be less expensive, especially for state residents. Private colleges tend to be more expensive.
- 19. PRIVATE Guilford: $ 29,000 Saint Michaels: $ 34,500 Saint Mary’s: $ 33,900 Scared Heart: $ 32,000 LIVING COST & ACCOMODATION $ 7,000 - $ 10.000 per year
- 20. Scholarships for international students are limited • Brescia offers merit-based scholarships to international students from $5,000 - $14,500 (up to 40% of tuition). • Johnson & Wales offers merit-based Presidential Scholarships from $1,000 - 5,000
- 21. Scholarships for international students are limited • Texas Wesleyan University is offer Scholarships based on GPA ($4,000 - $10,000) • Brescia offers merit-based scholarships to international students from $5,000 - $14,500 (up to 40% of tuition). • Johnson & Wales offers merit-based Presidential Scholarships from $1,000 - 5,000
- 22.  Most universities have rolling admission policies  In order to choose the right university, make sure to contact us on time! Application deadline for fall semester (January – July) Fall Semester Begins (Aug/Sept) Application deadline for spring semester (July – December) Spring Semester Begins (January)
- 23. ï‚— Most colleges and universities encourage online applications. ï‚— Some universities have not made a transition to online applications for international applicants.
- 24. 1. Official, original transcripts of all secondary school work, including results of standardized examinations, must be in English. 2. One letter of academic recommendation 3. A personal essay or statement – an opportunity to get to know student as a person, 250-500 words in length. 4. English language test (TOFEL or IELTS scores) 5. Copy of passport 6. Bank statement with full address
- 25.  All international students must show English proficiency through TOEFL or IELTS tests. TOEFL is most common. Acceptable scores for undergraduate admissions range from 61 – 80, depending on the university. IELTS scores range from 5.5 to 6.0.  Students who completed O-Level English with a C grade may be accepted without TOEFL/IELTS.  IB students who completed English Higher or Standard Level may be exempted from taking TOEFL/IELTS.
- 26. This provides assurance that once a student has met the college or university’s English language requirement, s/he will be allowed to begin an academic course of work. Sometimes, TOEFL tests are not required for conditional acceptance.
- 27. ï‚— Northern Arizona University ï‚— Arkansas State ï‚— Ashland University ï‚— Bridgeport ï‚— Evansville ï‚— Johnson & Wales ï‚— Mercer University ï‚— Montana State ï‚— North Dakota State ï‚— Rowan University ï‚— Sacred Heart ï‚— Saint Michaels ï‚— Southern New Hampshire ï‚— Troy ï‚— University of Michigan - Flint
- 28.  California State - East Bay and San Marcos  English Studies Institute - Berkeley  Texas A&M - Commerce  LCI Language - Denver  New England School of English – Boston  Harvest Institute- New Jersey and Massachusetts  The Language Company - Oklahoma
- 29. ï‚— Students can work on campus for no more than 20 hours during study periods and for 40 hours when classes are not scheduled. ï‚— Students can have practical training during their time of study and after they graduate. ï‚— Practical training, usually off campus, allows them to be hired in their fields of training.
- 30. ï‚— Most universities provide housing for international students. Some require international students to live on campus for 1-2 years. ï‚— On-campus co- educational housing is common.
- 31.  Northern Michigan – 12’ x 12’ double room with two beds, two desks, phone service (students supply phones), internet connection. All dorms have a lobby with a front desk to rent a vacuum and obtain limited supplies and mail. Dorms also have study rooms, TV rooms, rec area, laundry facilities, cable TV, mailboxes, bicycle racks, vending machines.  Northern Arizona – offers traditional rooms, suites and apartments. Residence halls have high-speed internet and wireless connections, recreation rooms, kitchens, laundry facilities, study rooms, and computer labs. 14’ x 14’ double rooms include a refrigerator, desks, chairs, dressers, wardrobes or closets, beds, and telephone and Ethernet hook ups.
- 32. 1. Contact YOUR Bridge Counsellor 2. Define your preferences 3. Choose 4 Universities 4. Obtain all necessary supporting documents 5. Online application 6. Conditional Offer 7. Visa application process 8. LIVE YOUR AMERICAN DREAM!
- 34. www.bridge.jo Tel: +962 6 58 10 137