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1 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE universitiesintheusa.com/liu

2 A beautiful, safe campus located on Long Island s historic Gold Coast and on the doorstep of New York City s global business district Manhattan QUICK FACTS Category: Private university Location: Brookeville, NY WELCOME TO LIU POST Founded: 1954 Student Population: 7,900 overall International Student Population: 8% 50-minute train ride to NYC Top-ranked academics, internships and jobs at major companies, and award-winning programs are the hallmarks of LIU Post. Ambitious students get the best of both worlds. While our campus provides a peaceful suburban setting in which to study, the culture and career connections of New York City are just 50 minutes away by train. Highly supportive faculty provide personalized guidance and coaching, and small class sizes ensure students get the attention they need to reach their full potential. Student-run businesses, a high-tech incubator launching startups and real-world experiential learning are just a few of the ways LIU Post embraces innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. We offer around 150 degree options and a variety of internships with Fortune 500 companies, giving students greater choice and a chance to try their career path before they graduate. LIU Post students also enjoy access to the broader resources of Long Island University a doctoral institution that educates more than 24,000 students across several locations, and boasts a network of more than 191,000 alumni. CONTENTS 2 Best of both worlds location 4 Successful coaching 6 Preparation for the working world 8 Clubs and organizations 10 Services and accommodation 12 Schools and colleges 13 College of Management 14 School of Visual and Performing Arts 15 School of Health Professions and Nursing 16 College of Education, Information and Technology 17 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences 18 International student admissions 19 Campus map 20 How to apply We look forward to welcoming you to our community. 2 1

3 BEST OF BOTH WORLDS LOCATION New York New York Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Boston Boston Bronx Bronx Manhattan Manhattan Queens JFK Airport Brooklyn Queens JFK Airport Brooklyn HOW TO GET THERE Getting to and from New York City is fast and easy. Take a shuttle van free to all registered students to the train station. The journey from campus to the train station takes about 10 minutes, and the train ride to Manhattan, costing $9- $12.50 USD each way, takes 50 minutes. For more information, visit CLOSE TO NEW YORK CITY LIU Post offers students the best of both worlds: a small, safe school environment within 35km of the largest commercial business district in the U.S. Midtown Manhattan. BUSINESS Home to some of the world s leading organizations, New York City offers LIU Post students a chance to connect with their future employers through co-operative education internships. LIU Post students have recently interned at: Chanel CNN Condé Nast Deloitte & Touche MTV NBC Universal PricewaterhouseCoopers The United Nations The New York Times UBS CULTURE Not only do students have access to premier venues on campus, but also the culture capital of America New York City is just a short train ride away. LIU Post s proximity to New York City gives students the opportunity to experience some of the most breathtaking performances and exhibits in the world, in some of the most famous venues: Broadway MoMA Carnegie Hall Radio City Music Hall New Museum of Contemporary Art Madison Square Garden Metropolitan Museum of Art The Guggenheim Rockefeller Plaza IN THE HEART OF LONG ISLAND LIU Post is located in one of the New York area s most elite suburbs, the Gold Coast region of Long Island. Long Island is renowned for its beautiful sandy beaches, important historic sites, fine collection of vineyards and majestic mansions. The covetable Hamptons, area strewn with opulent addresses, provide second homes to a discerning crowd of billionaires. The sweeping, leafy landscapes also provide the setting for F. Scott Fitzgerald s The Great Gatsby. Considered one of the most beautiful campuses in America, LIU Post fits in well with its natural surroundings. Three historic mansions, 56 modern buildings, 4,000 trees, magnificent formal gardens, sprawling green lawns, and nature trails make it a picturesque and safe place to live and study. The campus is also home to the Steinberg Museum of Art and the Institute for Arts and Culture. Long Island s premier arts venue the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts is one of the most acclaimed performing arts centers in the area outside of New York City. Due to its proximity to the city, the Center draws in famous performers keen to take their work to regional audiences. Student tickets for all performances are just $5. For more information, visit 2 3

4 82% of graduates find relevant employment within six months SUCCESSFUL COACHING LIU Post offers ambitious, independent thinkers the chance to study in a best-of-both-worlds location, learning the tools for academic and career success from highly supportive faculty. The University is a doctoral-level institution, made up of seven schools and colleges, offering nationally accredited degree programs, distinguished centers and institutes, a renowned research library, and a full-time faculty of 330 scholars, researchers, scientists, artists and humanitarians. THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS LIU Post gives students the peace of mind that comes with living and studying within a safe campus environment, while connecting them with a wealth of co-operative education internship and career opportunities in the largest metropolitan area in the US. PERSONALIZED SUPPORT At 11:1, LIU Post s student/faculty ratio is below the national average, which means students receive a high level of individualized attention. A dedicated LIU Promise Coach guides each student through every step they take towards their degree and career. It s no surprise that 82% of the university s graduates are in relevant employment within six months. DEGREES FOR INDIVIDUALS LIU Post offers international students around 150 undergraduate and postgraduate degree options to suit a wide range of interests and career aspirations. The university is particularly strong in the fields of Business, Arts and Media, Health Sciences and Education. CAREER HEAD START Students who come to LIU Post already possess ambition. A degree from LIU Post gives those students the tools, training and guidance they need to succeed, through opportunities within student businesses, internships and a host of useful career services. STUDENT-RUN BUSINESSES LIU Post fosters an eco-system of entrepreneurship through its student-run businesses which are entirely student created and operated, from business plan to day-to-day operations. 50% of the profits go towards student scholarships, and the remainder to developing new student-run businesses. The Student Body An on-campus clothing boutique serving the entire LIU community The Treat Shoppe A place to grab a candy bar or a healthier snack between classes The End Zone Sports Lounge Somewhere to relax with your friends serving pub-style food until 1am STUDENT INCUBATOR This campus-based collaborative space encourages students to innovate, share ideas, then work together to bring those ideas to life. In this high-tech environment you will gain real-world experience of client meetings and business planning, helping you to develop your entrepreneurial skills and build a résumé to impress future employers. 11:1 student/faculty ratio RECENT RANKINGS U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2013 : #123 regional university in north of USA Named to the list of U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools 2014: Best Graduate Business Schools Best Public Affairs programs Best part-time MBA program #39 Library and Information Studies program #139 Clinical Psychology program FACTS AND FIGURES Average class size: 20 students Student/faculty ratio: 11:1 Intakes: July (ESL only), September and January every year 983 graduate degrees awarded in undergraduate degrees awarded in full-time faculty 90% of faculty hold highest degree in field 9 on-campus dining locations 80 student groups and clubs 5 performance spaces 70+ performances at LIU Tilles Center 15 NCAA Division II teams 1 online resource for off-campus housing 4 5

5 PREPARATION FOR THE WORKING WORLD CAREER SERVICES The Office of Career Services helps students and alumni to build solid career foundations. By making use of the university s numerous career guidance and training resources, students gain the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in rewarding careers. The full range of services is designed to help undergraduate and graduate students explore a broad range of career options and connect with employers across a variety of fields. Comprehensive, practical and personalized advice enables students to match their strengths, desires and dreams to real-world employment opportunities. The Office of Career Services is a leader in placing students in sought-after internships and cooperative learning situations, so that they can gain valuable job experience with high-profile employers while still at school. Career service highlights One-to-one career counseling services to help students realize their personal skills, interests, values, and motivations Guidance to inform academic and career planning decisions Timely and relevant career information to help students research and prepare for potential employers, industries, and the job market Connections to employers through networking events, on-campus recruiting, career fairs, and online job postings COOPERATIVE EDUCATION AND INTERNSHIPS Co-operative Education (Co-op) at LIU Post enables students to combine academic studies with solid work experience, providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to actively choose a career not just settle for a job. Co-op partners with employers from different companies and organizations across a variety of industries, to let students try out different careers and gain hands-on experience in a real workplace related to their major. A résumé that demonstrates internships and work experience will help you stand out from the crowd and make you more marketable to prospective employers. LIU Post internship placements and the names of the organizations appear on our degree transcripts for employers to see. ESTEEMED ALUMNI From a Pulitzer Prize winner and a New York Times best-selling author to business leaders and entrepreneurs, LIU Post alumni have achieved success across a wide range of fields: The former CEO of Yahoo The CEO of Turner Broadcasting The entrepreneur who brought Pokémon to the United States The developer of modern prenatal screening The producer of Super Bowl XXXVII Golden Globe nominee actor, John Leguizamo LIU PROMISE COACHES You ll Succeed. We Promise. The LIU Promise is our commitment to ensuring students have the right tools, guidance and support to achieve their goals. From the moment they apply to LIU, our students are assigned an LIU Promise Success Coach who will be there for them from the day they arrive through to graduation. Coaches help with everything from academic and career counseling, to campus activities and financial aid COMPANIES THAT FREQUENTLY HIRE LIU POST GRADUATES Deloitte & Touche Ernst & Young Fidelity Jet Blue KPMG Latino Sports Marketing Madison Square Garden NYU Medical Center US Customs 6 7

6 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Choose from nearly 80 athletic teams, student clubs, and organizations including arts, culture, the environment, student government, health care, media, sports, and recreation. LIU Post has a program for everyone. The Office of Student Life and Leadership Development aims to educate, challenge, and develop students. University services and programs encourage student involvement and offer both social and academic support for personal growth. RECREATIONAL SPORTS The Recreational Sports Department is committed to providing the finest programs, services, facilities and equipment. It enriches the University learning experience and fosters a lifetime commitment to wellness, sports and activities among our entire school and surrounding community. The LIU Pioneers are part of a long-standing tradition of athletic excellence. Our NCAA Division II athletics programs are ranked 1st in the East and 2nd nationwide in the NACDA Learfield Sports Directors Cup. This demonstrates the commitment of our studentathletes to the Pioneer legacy. Fitness resources 7,200m 2 athletic center includes eight lane swimming pool; three full-size basketball courts; racquetball courts; elevated Mondo-X indoor jogging track; classes in yoga, Pilates, Zumba, abs, total body conditioning. 0.28km 2 of playing fields Club sports: ice hockey, equestrian, crew, dance North Shore Equestrian Center and horseback riding trails CONCERTS The Tilles Center for the Performing Arts brings popular comedians, singers and bands to campus. Recent performers at LIU s Tilles Center include Idina Menzel of Glee, Jay Leno, and the New York Philharmonic. Students receive discount tickets. Hillwood Commons Lecture Hall is another popular venue for plays, small concerts, lectures and coffee houses. The glass-enclosed Tilles Center Atrium also features concerts by local performers and student groups. Visual and performing arts facilities 2,200 seat concert hall 490-seat recital hall Cinema and two theaters TV and radio stations Two newsrooms Interactive multimedia arts lab Music technology lab GIVING BACK Our students give back to local and global communities through service organizations, charity events and social awareness initiatives throughout the year. LIU Post students devoted more than 25,000 hours to community service last year, earning a spot on President Obama s Community Service Honor Roll. International student organizations Caribbean Culture Club, Chinese Students Association, International Students Business Association, Italian Culture Club, Korean Student Association, Latin American Student Organization, Muslim Student Association, Russian Speaking Community, and Taiwan Student Association. LIU POST STUDENTS Build homes in Mexico Develop fundraising strategies for local charities Organize toy drives Volunteer at local soup kitchens Counsel 9/11 families Work with disabled children Race for the cure raise funds for breast cancer research Lobby the state government to support student aid Are eco-friendly and volunteer for clean-up initiatives 8 9

7 SERVICES AND ACCOMMODATION 500 computers available for student use as well as networked smart classrooms HILLWOOD COMMONS The three-story building is the student and community hub of LIU Post. It features a large cafeteria, Starbucks, Subway, a lecture hall, a movie theater, a museum, a student art gallery, a computer lab, a gaming lounge, student organization offices, a convenience store, a student information center, student-run businesses, and a variety of areas for group study, recreation and quiet contemplation. STUDENT SERVICES LIU Post offers a range of resources to guide students on their journey through college life. Our student services are designed to help you take care of official university business and stay organized. Our resources include academic counseling, tutoring, career services, financial assistance, records and registration, bursar services, health and wellness counseling, online transcript requests, ID cards, transportation services, religious life and the My LIU student web portal. STUDENT ACCOMMODATION More than 1,940 students live on campus in residence halls and suites. Eight residence halls are tailored to individual needs. Residence halls accommodate from 40 to 380 students. Some are traditional-style, offering two-, three-, or four-person rooms that open onto a common hallway. All share a large bathroom. Every residence hall offers lounges for relaxation or study, as well as snack areas with vending machines and convection ovens, and fully equipped laundry rooms. Student meal plan Unlimited daily access to the residential restaurant, and one weekday lunch at the express restaurant $125 Dining Dollars per semester for use at any on-campus dining facility (extra Dining Dollars can be purchased at any time) Meal options available include: American main meals, ethnically inspired foods, vegetarian selections, continental breakfast, soups, sandwiches, pizza, and salads SECURITY SERVICES 24-hour foot, bicycle and vehicle patrols Late night walking escort service 24-hour emergency telephones Lighted walkways Residence entry card system Crime prevention programs Personal safety workshops LIBRARY Over 2 million volumes 49,000 periodicals 280 online databases INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES Dedicated office and advisory staff Social events Adjustment workshops Visa guidance ESL program Special orientation program 10 11

8 ESL is the only fast-track option in the summer semester for Undergraduate and Graduate students SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES COLLEGE OF MANAGEMENT ESL (English as a Second Language) transition program International students are put in a much stronger position academically after taking the ESL transition program. The College of Management s departments and programs prepare students for responsible, professional roles in business, finance, marketing, accountancy, taxation, government, health care administration, and the not-for-profit sector. Undergraduate and graduate students are better prepared for their degrees by building a foundation in U.S. culture and the English language. LIU Post helps to provide this vital assimilation to assist all international students realize their personal and professional goals. The course can take one or two semesters to complete and covers: Language acquisition listening, speaking, writing, etc Academic preparation library mentoring program, tutoring services, labs, test taking skills, note taking Cultural adaptation Programs give students the opportunity to co-enroll in academic credit courses while improving their English proficiency. Conditional Admission immigration documents are available in some circumstances. Accelerated programs Earn a Bachelor s degree and a Master s degree in just five years saving you time and money. Pre-professional programs Pre-professional programs are supplemental programs that help students prepare for specific career paths. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM Undergraduate Graduate ENGLISH Minimum equivalent of TOEFL ibt 38/IELTS 4.0 (no official score required) Minimum official score of TOEFL ibt 56/IELTS 5.5 The College is made up of: Department of Finance Department of Health Care and Public Administration Department of Management Department of Marketing and International Business School of Professional Accountancy Collaboratively, these departments deliver 23 Bachelor s, Master s, accelerated Bachelor s/master s degrees programs as well as advanced certificates. This broad discipline area foundation gives students access to a rich variety of topically relevant courses with the overarching mission to equip a new generation of competent and responsive managers. PRE-MBA BRIDGE PROGRAM This is a non-degree program* allowing students to earn the additional 30 credits needed to equate their three-year Bachelor s degree to a four-year U.S. Bachelor s degree. The program offers the equivalent of the fourth year of undergraduate coursework necessary to start the MBA Master s curriculum. *Completion of the Bridge Program does not guarantee students acceptance into the MBA Program. Students must formally apply for admission into the MBA program. DEGREES Accountancy Finance Health Care Administration International Business Management Marketing Public Administration Accelerated programs Accountancy (B.S./M.S.) Accountancy/Business Administration (B.S./M.B.A.) Business Administration (B.S./M.B.A.) International Studies/Business Administration (B.A./M.B.A.) LIU Post is accredited by AACSB International, a distinction earned by less than 5% of college business programs worldwide PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Ranked in the top business schools in the United States The Princeton Review Master of Public Administration The only degree program on Long Island accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration Entrepreneurial opportunities ThoughtBox incubator on-campus jobs and hands-on experience for students interested in the start-up sector. Entirely student-driven, on-campus businesses giving 100% of profits to student scholarship and start-up funds 12 13

9 250+ clinical affiliations with outstanding health care agencies, hospitals, and private practices SCHOOL OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND NURSING The School of Visual and Performing Arts is the cultural heart of LIU Post. More than 700 creative students from around the world partner with our outstanding faculty professional artists, therapists, media specialists, and scholars to pursue the highest levels of excellence in 27 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. All programs in the Department of Art; Department of Media Arts; Department of Music; and Department of Theatre, Film, Dance and Arts Management have a strong liberal arts foundation: they encourage individual creativity while fostering critical and analytical thinking and writing proficiencies. Powered by our faculty s direct involvement in the creative arts, our extensive internship program gives students professional-level experience while still in school and a head start toward a successful career after graduation. DEGREES Acting* Art Art History & Theory Arts Management* Art Therapy Dance Studies* Digital Art and Design* Electronic Media (Broadcasting)* Film Instrumental Performance* Music* Photography Print and Electronic Journalism* Public Relations Theatre Arts* Vocal Performance* *Special departmental requirements apply for admission PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Graduate degree in Digital Game Design and Development A collaborative program for students with varying skills under a single program. Mirroring a real-world project-based approach, the program places students in teams to pitch ideas, develop software, carry out usability testing and deliver a finished game or interactive media piece. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts Students have the opportunity to perform alongside professional dancers, actors, singers and entertainers at the world-renowned Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, right here on campus. Some tour the U.S. and abroad with professional companies and ensembles. Throughout the year world-famous visiting artists, such as cellist Yo-Yo Ma, give master classes to undergraduates and graduates The School of Health Professions and Nursing offers students a full spectrum of accredited undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificates and pre-professional programs through five academic departments. Offering unique programs in: Clinical laboratory sciences Biomedical technology Health information management Biomedical sciences Nutrition* Radiologic technology Social work Pre-pharmacy Pre-respiratory care Students enter the workplace as competent, knowledgeable professionals, having had the chance to participate in clinical practice at well-respected medical centers and hospitals. LIU offers students more than 250 clinical affiliations with outstanding health care agencies, hospitals, and private practices. Long Island s first-ever Forensic Science program allows students to work in crime labs, toxicology and pathology labs, and medical examiners offices as part of their degree. DEGREES Biomedical Sciences: Clinical Laboratory Science Biomedical Technology Health Sciences Nutrition ranked #2 in NYC WhatdegreeshouldIget.org Radiologic Technology* Social Work Accelerated programs Health Care Administration (B.S./M.P.A.) Nutrition (B.S./M.S.) Pre-professional programs Pre-Medicine Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Respiratory Therapy * Special departmental requirements apply for admission Offered jointly with the the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Nationally accredited degree programs Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics The School s curriculum, faculty and clinical programs undergo continual rigorous review to ensure they meet and exceed national standards for excellence 14 15

10 COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES The College of Education, Information and Technology offers one of the broadest ranges of teacher education, counseling, administration, technology and library science programs in New York state, and is taught in a supportive and enriching learning environment. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a thriving center of intellectual excellence, encompassing 14 academic departments and 80 degree programs. Bachelor s, Master s and certificate programs offered by seven distinguished departments: Counseling and Development Curriculum and Instruction Computer Science and Management Engineering Educational Leadership and Administration Health, Physical Education and Movement Science Special Education and Literacy Communication Sciences and Disorders Our specialized TEAC-accredited education courses are taught by experienced faculty who work closely with district administrators and teachers to facilitate the placement of our students. The College of Education, Information and Technology is home to several clinical laboratories, an interactive technologies and distance-learning center, a reading clinic, a child care center, and a fully accredited speech and hearing lab. The College is also home to the ALA-accredited Palmer School of Library and Information Sciences. DEGREES Adolescence Education (7-12) in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English, French, Italian, Mathematics, Social Studies, Spanish Art Education (Birth to Grade 12) Childhood Education (1-6) Early Childhood Education (B-12) Music Education (B-12) Computer Science Information Management and Technology Information Systems Health and Physical Education Health Education Physical Education Speech-language Pathology and Audiology Accelerated programs Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) in: English (B.S./M.A.), Applied Mathematics (B.S./M.S.), Spanish (B.S./M.A.) History/Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) (Pedagogy only) (B.A./M.S.) Information Management and Technology/ Information Technology Education (B.S./M.S.) Information Systems (B.S./M.S.) PROGRAM FACILITIES Several clinical laboratories Interactive technologies and distance-learning center Reading clinic Child care center Fully accredited speech and hearing lab Within the College more than 2,500 students engage in a wide variety of challenging courses and hands-on learning experiences that extend across all areas of the humanities and sciences from the great philosophers and classic literature, to the world economy and environmental sustainability. Expert faculty, at the core of each department, have garnered national acclaim for their best-selling books, ground-breaking research and creative endeavors. Together, students and their professors explore globally significant subjects and work towards the goal of improving every aspect of the way in which human beings live. DEGREES American Studies Applied Mathematics with Computer Science Biology Chemistry Comparative Languages Criminal Justice Economics English French Geography Geology History Interdisciplinary Studies* International Studies Italian Mathematics Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Sociology Spanish Accelerated programs Political Science (B.A./M.A.) Political Science/Public Administration (B.A./M.P.A.) Public Administration (B.S./M.P.A.) Criminal Justice (B.A./M.S.) Pre-professional programs Pre-Law Pre-Engineering Math Pre-Engineering Physics Pre-Medicine Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Respiratory Therapy *Special departmental requirements apply for admission PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Students can prepare for a career as a global manager by enrolling in the new 5-year Accelerated B.A. in International Studies/ M.B.A.in Business Administration, providing the opportunity to study abroad in China or India 16 17

11 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSIONS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM ENGLISH ACADEMIC Undergraduate Direct entry: Minimum official score of TOEFL ibt 75 or IELTS 6.0 Admissions through ESL Transition program: Minimum equivalent of TOEFL ibt 38/IELTS 4.0 (no official score required) GPA 2.5 Graduate Direct entry to most programs: TOEFL ibt 79 or IELTS 6.5 Direct entry to MBA, Pre-MBA, M.S. Accounting, M.S. Taxation, Master of Public Administration, MPA Healthcare Administration, M.S. Clinical Laboratory Management/Science: TOEFL ibt 85/IELTS 7.0 Admissions through ESL Transition program: Minimum official score of TOEFL ibt 56/IELTS 5.5 GPA 3.0 for most graduate programs; 2.8 for MPA and MPA Healthcare Administration; 2.75 for MBA and M.S. Nutrition; 2.5 for M.S. Management Engineering, and all Master s programs in Education, Counseling, and Speech-Language Pathology GMAT for MBA, M.S. Accounting, M.S. Taxation; GRE for M.A. Psychology, M.A. Speech-Language Pathology, M.S. Library and Information Science (may be required for M.A. Political Science); GRE required only if GPA below 3.0 for M.A. Music, M.A. Music Education, M.S. Mental Health Counseling and M.S. School Counselor Electronic portfolio/video audition for School of Visual and Performing Arts Writing sample for M.A. Clinical Art Therapy and M.A. English REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION You will need to send us a completed application form, signed parent/guardian agreement, full transcripts of all qualifications, including certificate or diploma of school leaving, student essay, bank statement, photocopy of passport, TOEFL/IELTS certificate (if applicable), and photocopy of current I-20 (if applicable)

12 HOW TO APPLY APPLY Application checklist and required documentation: All applicants Complete and accurate application form, including intended degree program, address and telephone number Scanned copy or original recent bank document (within three months) translated into English indicating sufficient funds Copy of the identification pages of your passport Copy of your current I-20 and visa, if applicable Scanned copy of official test scores from an English Language Test such as IELTS, TOEFL ibt Original or official academic records are required prior to or upon arrival at LIU Additional undergraduate requirements Personal statement Two recommendation letters Scanned, certified, full transcripts of all your qualifications, translated into English with the translation authenticated Scanned copy of official proof of graduation, translated into English with the translation authenticated Additional graduate requirements* Official external credential evaluation report required for students with three year degrees and transfer students. Contact the LIU Admissions Manager for assistance with this process Scanned copy of official GRE/GMAT score, if applicable Detailed résumé or CV 1 CONFIRM Enrollment deposit payment Submit recent bank statement and affidavit of support Complete housing forms (if living on campus) Receive I-20 for interview RECEIVE UNIVERSITY OFFER. CONGRATULATIONS! BEFORE ARRIVAL Flight arrival information form Visa confirmation WHEN YOU ARRIVE Bring original transcripts and graduation certificate Bring medical immunization records *Additional documents may be required, varies by intended degree program HOW TO CONTACT THE ISC Our Student Enrolment Advisers are always happy to answer your questions and help with your application. Our Advisers speak a variety of languages, and understand several more. We will do our best to contact you in your preferred language. APPLY ONLINE universitiesintheusa.com/liu APPLY BY POST Study Group, LIU Admissions, 330 Seventh Avenue, Floor 2, New York, NY 10001, USA T: SEMESTER DATES SEMESTER SEMESTER START VACATIONS SEMESTER ENDS Fall 2015 September 8, 2015 Columbus Day: October 1, 2015 Thanksgiving recess: November 25-29, 2015 Spring 2016 January 19, 2016 President s Day: February 15, 2016 Spring recess: March 7-11, 2016 December 22, 2015 May 5, 2016 APPLY BY uiusa@studygroup.com APPLY VIA A LOCAL AGENT Please contact your agent if you have any questions

13 This brochure is issued for the general guidance of students considering entry to the Long Island University in The information is correct at the time of going to press. However, Long Island reserves the right, to amend, add or remove any program and/or services set out in this brochure and/or the timetable, delivery, content syllabus and assessment of such programs. Applicants to programs will be notified as soon as practicable of any material changes likely to have a bearing on their application, such as cancellation of, or major modification to programs offered, changes to accommodation provision or fees and charges to be levied where applicable. Neither the University nor Study Group shall be liable for any errors or omissions that may be contained U_04/15