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Level 10
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Olympic College is in a safe and friendly community near Seattle, the Intensive English courses, high school completion and associate degrees prepare students for transfer to university. Admission to Olympic College includes conditional university transfer admission to designated 4-year universities. 13,450 students attend Olympic College, with international students from 15 countries. Located just 60 minutes from Seattle, Washington, students live and study at a beautiful campus in a comfortable and natural environment. Students have a great social life with music and concerts, athletic activities, excursions to Seattle, and events sponsored by the International Student Club. Services provided include homestay, airport pick-up, tutoring, advising, counseling, career planning, WI-FI and language labs. After Olympic College, students transfer with great success to public and private colleges and universities that grant bachelor and graduate degrees. TOEFL scores are not required, and placement tests are given on campus once students arrive. Come and experience learning and living in the exciting Pacific Northwest on the shores of Puget Sound.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 10
Offered Programs: 2-year Associate degrees in General Studies, Arts, Science or Applied Science (possibility to transfer to 4-year institutions), Bachelor of Science in Nursing, professional-technical degrees and certificates ranging from 1 term to 2 years.
Intake (program start) dates: Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer quarter.
Application deadlines: August for Fall quarter, November for Winter quarter, February for Spring quarter and May for Summer quarter. International students should apply as early as possible to allow enough time to receive pertinent visa documents (such as a study permit).
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Community Colleges of Spokane offer online courses with the same learning outcome as regular on-campus college classes. Their programs include Accounting, Business, Health, Sciences and Social Sciences. For more detailed information, please refer to the Student Manual.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 10 and VEC Writing 3
Offered Programs: Certificates and 2-year Associate degrees in Arts & Sciences, Athletics & Physical Education, Business & Hospitality, Information Technology, Health & Environmental Science, and Technical/Trades Education.
Intake (program start) dates: Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer quarter (not all intakes available for all programs).
Application deadlines: “First-come, first-served” basis: international students should apply as early as possible to allow enough time to receive pertinent visa documents (such as a study permit).
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Level 11
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Schiller International University with 5 campus locations including Florida, Paris, London, Heidelberg, Madrid and Online, is a truly international university with students from over 100 countries.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 11 and VEC Writing 3
Offered Programs: 2-year Associate Degree in General Studies, International Business, or International Hotel & Tourism Management; Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts in International Economics, International Relations and Diplomacy; Master of Business Administration, Master of International Management, Master of Arts in International Hotel & Tourism Management or International Relations & Diplomacy, and Master of Science in Computer Engineering.
Intake (program start) dates: Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.
Application deadlines: International students should apply as early as possible to allow enough time to receive pertinent visa documents (such as a study permit).
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Seattle Central Community College, in lively downtown Seattle, Washington, is known nationally for its innovative educational and student service programs. Its 10,000 students, including 1,00 international students, compose the state's most diverse community college group in age, ethnicity, and cultural backgrounds. Coordinated studies programs and collaborative learning at the community college level were pioneered at Seattle Central and are now used statewide. In addition to the 2 + 2 College Transfer program (with transfer guarantee to 6 partner universities), Seattle Central also offers 37 two-year professional and technical education programs. Seattle Central was named “College of the Year” in a one-time study by TIME Magazine and selected by The New York Times as one of 11 community colleges in the United States known for the transfer success of graduates.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 11 and VEC Writing 3
Offered Programs: 2-year Associate degrees in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, and Humanities); Professional/Technical degree and certificate programs, short-term certificates, and online degrees and certificates.
Intake (program start) dates: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter semesters (not all intakes available for all programs).
Application deadlines: February 15 for Spring, May 10 for Summer, August 1 for Fall, and November 15 for Winter.
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South Puget Sound Community College is located in Olympia and is one of the fastest-growing colleges in Washington State. The college nestled in a beautiful, lush wooded area a few minutes away from downtown. As a comprehensive, open-door community college, its mission is to provide quality education to meet the intellectual, academic, professional, personal and developmental need of the students. Our international student population is approximately 130 students; the total student population is over 6,300. It is a fully accredited, public, two-year college, offering a complete college transfer program: Associate of Arts and Associate of Science as well as more than 40 professional programs. After graduating from South Puget Sound, the majority of our students transfer to four-year universities to complete their Bachelor Degree. International students at South Puget Sound enjoy a variety of extracurricular activities. Students can engage in intercollegiate and intramural sports, enjoy membership in more than 20 different clubs on campus, and participate in student government and newspaper. International students also have their own club (International Student Association), which sponsors fun events such as multi-day trips to Canada, cultural excursions, social gatherings, community support projects, and many others.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 13
Offered Programs: Pre-college programs, continuing education, certificate and Associate degrees in Arts and Sciences, Hospitality, Education, Computer Technology, Business, Health Sciences and Trades/Professional Skills.
Intake (program start) dates: Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer quarters.
Application deadlines: International students should apply as early as possible to allow enough time to receive pertinent visa documents (such as a study permit).
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Clark College Take your Next Global Step with Clark College! Pack your bags for an experience of a lifetime at Clark College in Vancouver, Washington, USA where students have reached their educational goals for more than 75 years. Clark College is The Next Step for students looking for an outstanding educational institution which provides academic and personal growth while maintaining affordable costs. Clark College’s commitment to student success and the excellent reputation of our professors are two areas where we excel. Clark College offers low tuition, small classes, and outstanding facilities. Attending Clark College is a wonderful opportunity to experience the United States by living in the other Vancouver located only 10 minutes from downtown Portland, Oregon. Whether looking to transfer to a four-year college or university, seeking a professional skill, or searching for a better global understanding, you will find a world of opportunity and support here throughout every step of your journey.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 12
Offered Programs: Certificate of Proficiency, Certificate of Achievement, and 2-year Associate Degree (in Arts, Applied Science, Applied Technology or Science) (possibility of direct transfer to 4-year institutions).
Intake (program start) dates: Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer quarter.
Application deadlines: Rolling admissions (applications are accepted on an ongoing basis): international students should apply as early as possible to allow enough time to receive pertinent visa documents (such as a study permit).
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The Institute of Culinary Education (ICE®) is New York City's largest and most active center for culinary education. Founded in 1975 by Peter Kump, the school offers highly regarded and accredited 7- to 11-month career training programs in culinary arts, pastry and baking, and culinary management. ICE is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology. At ICE, class sizes are limited to 16 students and our curriculum goes beyond the classic French foundation to include the richness of American, Italian and Asian cuisine. ICE also offers externships in NYC and America’s finest restaurants. ICE was a finalist and winner of the International Association of Culinary Professionals' 2002, 2003, 2006 and 2008 Awards of Excellence for Culinary Schools. Its students and alumni regularly are nominated for or win top industry awards, such as James Beard Awards, Food & Wine's Best New Chefs in America, and Pastry Art & Design's Ten Best Pastry Chefs.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 11
Offered Programs: Culinary Arts, Pastry and Baking Arts, Culinary Management
Intake (program start) dates: Program calendar is continuous. 26 week diploma in full-time career Pastry and Baking Arts. 26 week diploma in full-time career Culinary Arts. 26 week diploma in full-time career Culinary Management. 28 week diploma in full-time career Culinary Arts. 31 week diploma in part-time career Pastry and Baking Arts. 34 week diploma in part-time career Culinary Arts. 39 week diploma in weekend part-time Culinary arts. 39 week diploma in weekend part-time career Pastry and Baking Arts.
Application deadlines: International students should apply as early as possible to allow enough time to receive pertinent visa documents (such as a study permit).
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Stevens-Henager College, located in Salt Lake located in Salt Lake located in Salt Lake located in Salt Lake City, Utah, offers a unique practical training program in which international students are allowed to work in full-time employment in American companies in the area while studying for their master degrees. This kind of program (sometimes known as a "co-op" or "internship" program) is available at SHC in Master of Science in Nursing Administration, Master of Science in Business Administration and Master of Science in Health Administration.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 11 and VEC Writing 3 Academic Prerequisites: Bachelor Degree (from any country)
Offered Programs: Associate and Bachelor degrees in Business, Healthcare and Computer Technology; Master degrees in Nursing or Healthcare Administration, and Business Administration. Some of these degree programs are available for online (distance education) completion.
Intake (program start) dates: Dependent upon program choice.
Application deadlines: International students should apply as early as possible to allow enough time to receive pertinent visa documents (such as a study permit).
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The New York Film Academy offers certificate and degree programs in Filmmaking, Acting for Film, Producing, Screenwriting, Animation, Musical Theatre, and Documentary Filmmaking at three locations: NYFA-New York City; NYFA-Universal Studios in Hollywood California; and NYFA Abu Dhabi. In addition, monthly workshops are offered at NYFA-New York City and NYFA-Universal Studios, along with summer workshops at NYFA-Harvard University, NYFA-Disney Studios in Orlando, Florida; and in Paris, London and Florence.
Offered Programs: Cerficate and Degree programs in Filmmaking, Acting for Film, Producing, Screenwriting, Animation, Musical Theatre, and Documentary Filmmaking.
Intake dates (program start dates): Academic year programs start in Filmmaking and Acting for Film five times each year: January, March, July, September, and October. Degree programs start in January, September and October. Monthly workshops start the first Monday of each month at select NYFA locations. Summer study abroad runs from June to August each year at select NYFA locations worldwide. Visit www.NYFA.com for dates and offerings at all locations.
Application deadlines: Applications must be completed within a minimum of thirty days prior to the start of any workshop or program.
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University of Montana is a public co-educational doctoral level institution and is fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Colleges and Universities. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate majors and more than 75 areas of study for masters’ degrees and 52 for doctoral degrees, many of which are nationally recognized for academic excellence. The total number of students on campus is a little higher than 14,000. Currently, we have 518 International students from 79 countries on campus. There are a variety of offices on campus that make international students’ UM experience a memorable and comfortable one. Offices like Foreign Student & Scholar Services and the International Student Association sponsor many social and cultural events to assist international students in becoming part of the campus community.
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Level 11
Offered Programs: Bachelor, Master and Ph.D. degrees in Arts & Sciences, Forestry & Conservation, Health Professions & Biomedical Sciences, Technology, Business, Education, Journalism, Law and Visual & Performing Arts.
Intake (program start) dates: Fall and Spring semester (not all programs allow both start dates).
Application deadlines: May 1 for Fall semester and November 15 for Spring semester for “priority processing”. Applications received after the priority deadlines are considered on a “rolling admissions” (space-available) basis.
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Pre-University English
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Cascadia Community College, recently ranked #2 in the USA, is the newest community college in the state of Washington. We are a public institution offering two-year degrees, certificate programs and a broad range of Community Education courses, professional training, and business-specific customized contract programs. Cascadia Community College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Cascadia offers the following degrees which transfer to universities: Associate Degree in Integrated Studies (AIS), Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Business (AB), Associate in Pre-Nursing, and Associate in Applied Science (AAS).
Language Prerequisites: Completion of VEC Pre-University English Program
Offered Programs: Professional Technical and Skill Upgrade Certificates; 2-year Associate Degree programs (possibility to transfer directly to a 4-year institution upon satisfactory completion) in the following fields: Business, Pre-Nursing, Science and Applied Science.
Intake (program start) dates: Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer quarter.
Application deadlines: July 15 for Fall quarter, October 15 for Winter quarter, February 15 for Spring quarter, and April 15 for Summer quarter. International students should apply as early as possible to allow enough time to receive pertinent visa documents (such as a study permit).
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