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Bellevue College Founded: 1967 Tuition: $3,078/quarterly 23,000/quarterly www.bellevuecollege.edu Admission Rate: Open enrollment Internships: Unpaid As the third largest institution of high learning in Washington, we open the door of higher education to more than 3,700 students each year Highlights: The largest college in the state of Washington, transfers more students to the University of Washington than any other school in Washington State, was named one of the ten best 2-year colleges in the U.S. by Rolling Stone Magazine. Bellevue was one of the five colleges and the only 2 year college in 2004 to receive the Paul Simon award from the Association of International Educators (NAFSA), ranked by Yahoo as one of the top 15 Fantastic Higher Education Values in the United States. We graduate over 60% of our international students with honors each year. Fields of Study: Bellevue College offers intensive English Language Program, International Business Profession, 60 academic fields of study, Associate Degrees, 12 Bachelor Degrees, more than 75 professional and technical certificates and degrees. Programs: Undergraduate, Graduate, ESL Location: Bellevue City 15 minutes from downtown Seattle, with a population of 160,000, considered as the most affluent city in the state of Washington, one of the safest and the most livable cities in the United States as ranked by Money Magazine. Admissions Contact: Ms. Christina Nguyen Christina.nguyen@bellevuecollege.edu Kazumi.hada@bellevuecollege.edu

Empire State College of the State University of New York Founded: 1971 Tuition: $350 per credit 3,800 www.admissions.wustl.edu Admission Rate: Open Internships: N/A No SUNY Empire State College hosts 538 international students! Highlights: If you re living outside of the United States but want a degree from a well-respected American College Empire State College provides several ways for international students to earn a degree from the State University of New York. Empire State College offers classroom-based instructions in cooperation with our partners in Prague, Czech Republic; Athens and Thessaloniki, Greece; and Tirana, Albania. Degrees earned abroad are identical to those earned in the United States. In addition to studying in these locations, you can earn a degree online from anywhere in the world through Empire State College s International Distance Learning (IDL) program. Since its founding in the fall of 1996, the IDL program has served students from over 20 different countries. SUNY Empire State College s dedicated faculty and staff use innovative, alternative and flexible approaches to higher education that transforms people and communities by providing rigorous programs that connect individuals unique and diverse lives to their personal learning goals. Fields of Study: Empire State College offers; Business, management and economics, community and human services, cultural studies, educational studies, historical studies, human development, interdisciplinary studies, labor studies, public affairs, science, mathematics, technology, and social science. Programs: Empire State College offers both undergraduate and graduate programs. Location: Students who chose to study with SUNY Empire State College through its Center for International Programs may choose to study in Prague, Czech Republic, through our local partner institution, University of New York in Prague (UNYP). With its timeless architectural beauty and youthful energy, Prague is one of Europe s most stunning capital cities. The SUNY Empire State College offices are located in the historic center district of Prague, within the premises of our partner University of New York in Prague. In addition to the Prague in Prague, SUNY Empire State College also offers classroom-based study through its partners in Athens and Thessaloniki, Greece, and Tirana, Albania. admissions@esc.edu

Herzing University Founded: 1965 Tuition: 9 semesters at $51,660-58,050 Highlights: Herzing University is a private American university offering degrees to International Students at campuses throughout the United States and through the online programs they offer. They give to their students knowledge from their expert faculty, contemporary course content, and a global education perspective. Herzing University has a year-round education structure with three semesters each year. Each semester has two 8-week terms, with full time students usually taking 2 courses per term or 4 courses Herzing hosts students from 25 countries on their various campuses! per semester. This block-style class system allows International Students focus on each subject. These international students often enter Herzing University through an articulation program, and need 1-2 years to complete their programs. Fields of Study: Herzing University offers both bachelor s and associate degrees. The university also offers diploma or certificate programs from more than 50 programs in technology, business, healthcare, design, and public safety. 6,000+ www.herzing.edu/international Admission Rate: Varies per program Internships: -paid/unpaid Programs: Undergraduate, Graduate, and ESL. Location: Herzing University has many locations throughout the United States including; Atlanta (Georgia), Madison, Kenosha, and Brookfield (Wisconsin), Minneapolis (Minnesota), Omaha (Nebraska), Toledo and Akron (Ohio), Birmingham (Alabama), Orlando (Florida) and New Orleans (Louisiana). Admissions Contact: Thomas Haynes, Director of International Operations thaynes@herzing.edu +1.317.850.7700 thomashaynes.herzing (Skype)

Highline Community College Founded: 1961 Tuition: $9,600/yearly 18,900 international.highland.edu Admission Rate: Internships: -paid/unpaid Scholarships for internationals: Highline Community College hosts 480 international students from over 30 different countries! Highlights: Highline Community College is one of the largest institutions of higher education in the State of Washington. The college offers a wide range of academic transfer and professional-technical education programs. In 2013, Highline Community College received a national award for Excellence in Diversity and was ranked among the top 100 associate degree producers in the United States. Fields of Study: Fields of study: Architecture, Business, Computer Science, Design, Economics, Education, Engineering, Foreign languages, Hospitality, International Business, International Relations, Nursing, Pre-Law, Pre- Medicine, and more! Programs: ESL, 3-12 month Short Term Programs, Internship, Undergraduate, Pre-Masters, Professional Career Training Programs Location: Highline is located in Des Moines, Washington, just 20 minutes south of downtown Seattle. The 80- acre campus overlooks the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Shopping, theaters, restaurants, nightlife and weekend attractions are just minutes away. The area is home to such distinguished companies as Microsoft, Boeing, and Starbucks. int@highline.edu

New York Film Academy Founded: 1992 Tuition: Varies by program: $28,000-42,000 2675 www.nyfa.edu Admission Rate: 24.3% Internships: None One can hear dozens of different languages, choose from cuisine of six continents, and rub shoulders with diplomats, designers, machinists and musicians on any given day Highlights: NYFA is honored to be the film and acting school of many Hollywood filmmakers families, including Steven Spielberg, Al Pacino, and Robert Downey Jr. This school is the largest independent filmmaking and acting school in the United States. Hundreds of students of all backgrounds experience the hands-on education offered at the New York Film Academy. Fields of Study: NYFA offers filmmaking, acting for film, producing, photography, documentary filmmaking, cinematography, screenwriting, game design, broadcast journalism, musical theatre, and 3D animation. Programs: NYFA offers undergraduate, graduate, and ESL programs. Location: Studying at the Film Academy s campuses in New York City is like living and working at the crossroads of the world. NYC has a way of thrilling the senses that is as constant as the subways rumbling beneath its surface. For its size and diversity of landscape, people and culture, the city is unparalleled. Our students shoot in virtually every neighborhood in the city- from Soho lofts to Each Village bars, Brooklyn delis to Times Square at rush hour. Student commercial and studio film shoots abound in New York. The support system of production offices, supply houses, actors, theaters, editing labs and people is enormous. NYFA s central administration building, classrooms, and school facilities are adjacent to the Universal Studios back lot and in the surround area. In-class production exercises are shot on the world-famous Universal Studios back lot. For their individual films, students shoot in Los Angeles. Students can take their cameras and crews to the hills around the city and to Sunset Boulevard, to the shops of Chinatown, West Hollywood, Koreatown, Little Tokyo and to the ocean cliffs of Santa Monica. admissions@nyfa.edu

Northeastern Illinois University Founded: 1987 Tuition: Undergraduate $15,000 Annually 11,149 www.neiu.edu/~eptip Admission Rate: 100% Internships: N/A Northeastern Illinois University hosts international students from 40 countries! Highlights: Northeastern Illinois University is a fully accredited state university attracting students from more than 40 countries from around the world. In fact the university is consistently ranked as the most ethnically diverse university in the Midwestern United States. It also ranks 6 th in the entire country for best investment. Northeastern is located in Chicago, America s third largest city; despite the urban surroundings, our 67-acre main campus is a welcoming oasis to the nearly 12,000 commuter students who attend and study in one of our more than 80 undergraduate and graduate programs, many of which do not require special tests or certificates to enter. Northeastern Illinois University proudly has a 15:1 Student to Faculty Ratio with an average class size of 24 students. It is a great place to learn in the city and lead in the world! Fields of Study: Arts and Sciences, Business and Management, and Education are programs Northeastern Illinois University offers. Programs: Northeastern Illinois University offers undergraduate, graduate, and ESL programs. Location: Chicago is the thirdlargest city in the United States and provides many opportunities for extracurricular activities. It is a very vibrant place for young people to be. Wojciech Wloch W-Wloch@neju.edu +1 773 442 4068

Northeastern University Founded: 1898 Tuition: $40,780 24,540 www.northeastern.edu Admission Rate: 31% Internships: Paid & not paid Scholarships for internationals: The co-op program is open to international students: students are sponsored for the employment authorization that allows them to work anywhere in the US. Highlights: Northeastern University is a national research university located in Boston, Massachusetts. Over ninety majors and concentrations are offered across seven undergraduate colleges. Through its eight graduate schools Northeastern also offers a comprehensive range of master s and doctoral degrees. The university is a leader in interdisciplinary research, urban engagement, and the integration of classroom learning with real-world experience. Central to this approach is the cooperative education (co-op). Pioneered in 1909, Northeastern's co-op is the largest and most innovative program of its kind. It enhances rigorous academic preparation with authentic real-life experience in the field of the student s major: periods of classroom study alternate with six-month periods of full-time paid employment or research. More than 2,500 companies and organizations in the US and 85 other countries offer co-op positions to Northeastern students. Over 350 student organizations reflecting a wide range of academic interests, sports, and other intellectual and social activities are available for students to join. Northeastern is NCAA Division 1 school in all sports. Programs: Undergraduate and Graduate Fields of Study: Northeastern University offers over 90 majors and concentrations across 7 colleges including: Arts, Media, and Design, social sciences and Humanities, science, health sciences, computer and information sciences, school of business, and engineering. The university also offers over 150 graduate programs. Location: Northeastern University sits in an urban location: 73-acre contiguous campus in the center of the city of Boston, across the street from the Museum of Fine Arts and Symphony Hall. Two subway lines flank the campus. There are 4 subways stops on and around the campus. Andre Kostousov Senior Associate Director for International Admissions a.kostousov@neu.edu

Oregon State University Founded: 1968 Tuition: Varies by program- $25,500-33,000 27,925 oregonstate.edu/admissions/int ernational Admission Rate: 65% Internships: Paid Oregon State currently hosts 3,441 international students from 97 countries! Highlights: Oregon State University is a top-tier research university. OSU is in Corvallis, Oregon- a safe and inviting community of 50,000 residents, The university is dedicated to the success of its international students, and is one of only five schools in the United States to offer Pathways Programs a oneyear program designed to help international students by offering support with academics, English and transition to life in the United States. Fields of Study: Oregon State offers engineering, business, science, agriculture, liberal arts, forestry, and more! Programs: Undergraduate, Graduate, ESL, Undergraduate and Graduate Pathway. Location: Oregon is on the west coast above California. The city of Corvallis is the safest city in the United States according to Farmers Insurance Group. Office of International Admissions intladmit@oregonstate.edu

Saint Mary s University of Minnesota Founded: 1912 Tuition: $27,820 I5,900 www.smumn.edu Admission Rate: 72% Internships: -paid/unpaid Scholarships for The university has been named among the top 175 internationals: universities in in the United States by US News & World Report Highlights: The De La Salle Christian Brothers of the Roman Catholic Church founded St. Mary s University in 1912; it is a private comprehensive university with campuses located in Winona, Minnesota, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, the state s largest city. It is recognized for quality academics as an institution focused on teaching. Tuition is affordable. Access to affordable education is a key part of the mission of St. Mary s University. The university also offers several sports teams for both men and women. These include: men s baseball and basketball, golf, hockey, soccer, and crosscountry. St. Mary s offers women s basketball, softball, indoor track and field, volleyball, and golf. Fields of Study: St. Mary s University offers more than 55 academic undergraduate majors: minors and pre professional programs on our Winona campus in addition to a vast variety of master and doctoral programs developed for the adult learner at the university s Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs both in Winona and in Minneapolis. Programs: Bachelor s, Master s, MBA, and Doctoral. Location: Winona is a great centrally located city in Minnesota. It is 25 minutes from La Crosse, Wisconsin, 2 hours and 15 minutes from Minneapolis/ Saint Paul, 3 hours and 30 minutes from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and 4 hours and 30 minutes from Chicago. tcadmisson@smumn.edu

San Jose State University Founded: 1857 Tuition: $16,311 (undergraduate) 31,000 www.sjsu.edu/global Admission Rate: 65% Internships: -paid/unpaid -Merit based The university is located in the 10 th largest and the 7 th safest city in the United States! Highlights: San José State University, the oldest state institution in the Western United States, is a comprehensive public university located in San José at the heart of Silicon Valley. Consistently ranked as one of the West s top public universities offering 134 bachelors and master s degrees with 110 concentrations. San José State University is famously known for its teaching, technological innovation, scholarship and research opportunities, community service and the arts. Fields of Study: Business, engineering, computer science, arts and design, journalism and mass communication, biology, economics, education, math, sports management, nutrition and food science, film, theater art, radio, television, and more! Programs: Bachelor s program, Master s program, ESL Location: The Silicon Valley and San José area is home to nearly 1 million people and 6,600 technology companies. 63% of Silicon Valley employees with college degrees in Science and Technology are foreign born. Also the area has an average of 300 sunny days a year, 10 C in January and 21 C in July! Alexander Chang and Stella Munday Global-students@sjsu.edu

Southern New Hampshire University Founded: 1932 Tuition: $28,554 4,000 on campus www.snhu.edu Admission Rate: 84% Internships: Paid /Un-paid About 700 international students study at Southern New Hampshire University from 70+ countries! Highlights: At Southern New Hampshire University, we believe learning never ends. Dedicated to helping you make the most of your potential. With a choice of over 180 undergraduate and graduate programs that are all taught by accomplished faculty with practical, real-world perspective. We offer the only accredited 3-year bachelor degrees in the United States, also offering most our programs online, and our innovative approach to distance learning has made us the nation s fastestgrowing online school. Fields of Study: Southern New Hampshire University has a school of business, education, and a school of arts and sciences. Programs: Southern New Hampshire University has over 100 undergraduate programs to offer. These programs are in the fields of; business, liberal arts, education, culinary arts and hospitality. Majors are offered on campus, on location at our centers in New Hampshire, Maine, and online. In addition to these undergraduate programs they offer around 60 online, accredited graduate programs, including 20 specialized MBAs. Southern New Hampshire University also offers an Intensive English curriculum. Location: Southern New Hampshire University in on a 300-acre campus that lies on the banks of the Merrimack River in Manchester, New Hampshire, about one hour north of Boston; one of the region s fastest growing cities. International@snhu.edu

University of California, Irvine Extension Founded: 1979 Tuition: 10 Week Intensive ESL- $3,700 1500+ http://unex.uci.edu/inter national/ Admission Rate: 96% Internships: Not Paid Scholarships for internationals: No Extension will meet your academic needs with quality courses and programs Highlights: At UCI Extension International we offer a variety of programs. Having our English programs that include our 10-week Intensive English, 4- Week conversation & Culture, and our 4- week business English programs as well as our graduate and undergraduate preparation programs. Also offering Advanced Certificate Programs, Internships and Optional Practical Training. Develop your language skills with our 10 Week Intensive ESL Program; focus on learning to apply effective communication techniques and knowledge of American culture even further with our 4-week conversation and culture. International Undergraduate Preparation Program offers international students a solid foundation of English language training and opportunity to enroll in undergraduate classes for credit, all within a structure of support from qualified UCI professionals. Fields of Study: English language, business English, global human resource management, international business operation and management, business administration, international finance, international business law, marketing, media and global communications, international tourism and hotel management, project management, and communications and embedded systems design engineering. Programs: University of California- Irvine Extension offers undergraduate, graduate and ESL programs. Location: The city of Irvine is ranked as one of the safest cities in the nation, it is located within the heartland of Orange County, a dynamic and fast growing environment close to the Pacific Ocean, many theme park attractions and spectacular beach resorts. Orange County serves as the fifth most popular county in the United States and between Los Angeles and San Diego, is located near many world famous beaches, a dynamic business and techsavvy community, and beautiful mountain ranges. With over 290 sunny days per year, Irvine enjoys a Mediterranean climate near a wealth of activities including Spanish missions, desert and mountain recreational activities, theatres, arts, and much more! Angelika Volkman gely.volkman@unx.uci.edu Denise Davis denis.davis@unx.ecu.edu Jenna Sices jsices@uci.edu

University of California, Riverside Founded: 1954 Tuition: $36,747- undergraduate 20,956 www.iep.ucr.edu Admission Rate: 55% Internships: Paid/Not Paid Over 5,100 students from more than 60 countries are enrolled at UCR Extension No Highlights: The University of California Riverside is one of 10 campuses within the prestigious University of California system, one of the nation s premier public institutions of higher education. Widely recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the United States. Fields of Study: University of California Riverside offers 88 undergraduate degree programs, nearly 50 master s degree programs, and 39 Ph.D. programs. Programs: Undergraduate, graduate, ESL, TESOL, and professional certificate programs are offered at University of California Riverside. Location: The campus is located 80 kilometers east of Los Angeles, in the heart of beautiful sunny Southern California, near all major attractions such as Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Disneyland, Universal Studios, San Diego, beaches, ski resorts, and much more! Admissions Contact: Ms. Carlee Perez Enrollments Coordinator cperez@ucx.ucr.edu (1-951) 827-1671

University of Central Florida Founded: 1963 Tuition: $32,085 59,767 www.admissions.ucf.edu Admission Rate: 46% Internships: Paid Found www. Among the top 300 world universities and the top 109 in the United States Highlights: The University is a metropolitan public research university in Orlando, Florida. UCF is a member institution of the State University System of Florida and is the second largest university in the U.S. by enrollment, with a student body of 59,767. UCF is a space-grant university, ranked the fifth-best up and coming national by U.S. News and World Report, and is committed to offering research opportunities at both the undergraduate and graduate level. The university is located adjacent to Central Florida Research Park, which is the 7 th largest in the nation and the largest in Florida. The total allocation of beds in on-campus and off-campus affiliated housing is 11,000. UCF prides Christopher Dahlstrand Associate Director of Admission christopher.dahlstrand@ucf.edu itself on having an active student body, with more than 450 student-led clubs and organizations, 40 fraternities and sororities, a large student government organization and numerous intramural sports. Fields of Study: UCF offers over 200 degrees in Arts & Humanities, Sciences, Education & Human Performance, Health & Public Affairs, Engineering & Computer Science, Medicine, Optics & Lasers, Business, Hospitality Management, and Interdisciplinary Studies. Programs: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional, and Intensive English Location: UCF s 572-hectare main campus is located 20 kilometers from downtown Orlando. With a population of 2.2 million people, and as home to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Florida, Sea World, and many other attractions, Orlando is known as the Theme Park Capital of the World. The average annual temperature in Orlando is 22 degrees Celsius, making it an ideal place to enjoy the region s many beaches, parks and recreation areas. Our campus is not only a place of learning, but a pleasant place to live as well housing over 11,000 students.

University of Colorado Colorado Springs Founded: 1965 Tuition: $28,500 10,500 full time on campus www.uccs.edu Admission Rate: 92% Internships: -paid/unpaid UCCS has 305 international students from approximately 42 countries! Highlights: The Colorado Springs campus of the University of Colorado is a comprehensive baccalaureate and specialized graduate research university with selective admission standards. This campus offers a select number of master s and doctoral degree programs and enrolls approximately 10,500 students per semester. UCCS advances knowledge, integrates students learning with the spirit of discovery, and broadens access to higher education for the benefit of Southern Colorado, the state, nation, and world. University of Colorado Colorado Springs provides students with academically rigorous and life-enriching experiences in a vibrant university community. Fields of Study: University of Colorado at Colorado Springs is a comprehensive four-year public university offering fields of study in humanities, sciences, engineering, technology, business, education, health, etc. Programs: Undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, ESL and certificate programs. Location: The University of Colorado, Colorado Springs is located in the south-central part of the State of Colorado, located on the Rocky Mountain Front Range at the foot of Pikes Peak Mountain and one hour south of the state capital Denver. Colorado is known for its many famous ski resorts, the USA Olympic Training Center, and many outdoor activities, which ranks Colorado Springs as one of the fittest cities in America. Admissions Contact: Ms. Wangyun Chao International Student & Scholar Services Specialist, International Admissions wchao@uccs.edu 719-255-7218 or 719-255-5018

University of the Potomac Founded: 1991 Tuition: $750 per credit 350 www.ptomac.edu Admission Rate: open enrollment Internships: Paid Out of the 350 students that attend 50 of them are international! Highlights: University of the Potomac (formerly Potomac College) was founded in 1991 and offers programs that lead the Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science, and MBA degrees. The educational philosophy of the University of the Potomac is to address the needs and learning styles of a diverse community of learners through the structure of its academic programs that integrate classroom theory and relevant practical experience. University of the Potomac offers flexible class schedules in Washington D.C., Vienna, Virginia, and Online. Fields of study: University of the Potomac offers Business and Information Technology study programs. Programs: Both undergraduate and graduate programs are offered at University of the Potomac. Location: University of the Potomac offers a vibrant multicultural atmosphere located in the heart of the nation s capital, Washington, D.C., headquarters to Non- Government Organizations, International Organizations, and embassies from across the globe. International@potomac.edu or admissions@potomac.edu 202-274-2300 or 888-380-1192

Washington University in St. Louis Founded: 1853 Tuition: $45,700 59,740 www.admissions.wustl.edu Admission Rate: 20% Internships: Paid/ unpaid 8% of the faculty and student body represent countries from around the world! Highlights: Washington University, a medium-sized, independent university, is dedicated to challenging its faculty and students alike to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an ever-changing, multicultural world. The university is counted among the world s leaders in teaching and research, and draws students from all 50 students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. Students and faculty come from more than 100 countries around the world. Fields of Study: Washington University offers outstanding academics with 90 academic programs in Arts and Sciences, Architecture, Art, Business, and Engineering. Programs: Both undergraduate and graduate programs are offered and Washington University. Location: Washington University in St. Louis campuses are located near the cultural center of St. Louis, surrounded by and adjacent to museums, performance venues, vibrant entertainment and dining districts, one of the nation s largest civic parks, and beautiful, tree-lined neighborhoods rich in history and diversity. The campuses are well served by the region s light rail and bus service, and have easy access to major interstate highways. Washington University is easy to visit and, once you arrive, you ll find a welcoming, open community that is an integral part of the St. Louis region. admissions@wusl.edu