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Applying to The United States

Applying to The United States. 4800 Higher Education Institutions 900 majors. Graduate : Master’s and Doctoral Degrees. Graduate School Ph . D . 3 - 5 years. Dental School D .D.S. 4 years. Medical School M . D . 4 years. Law School J . D . 3 years. M . B . A . 2 years.

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Applying to The United States

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  1. Applying to The United States 4800 Higher Education Institutions 900 majors

  2. Graduate:Master’s and Doctoral Degrees Graduate School Ph.D. 3-5 years Dental School D.D.S. 4 years Medical School M.D. 4 years Law School J.D. 3 years M.B.A. 2 years M.Arch 2 years M.A./M.S 2 years Undergraduate: Bachelor’s Degree Colleges/Universities 2 years Colleges/Universities 4 years Community Colleges Associate Degree 2 years

  3. Features of U.S Higher Education System • Different from other systems around the world • a “best fit” for the institution is key • the college will consider the all round student • U.S. bachelor’s degrees usually take 4 year to complete; associate degrees take 2 years • Credit System • Runs from Sept to May • 2 terms, or semester (16-18 weeks); trimester or 3 quarters (10-12 weeks) • Plenty of choices; variation in size • Liberal Arts Colleges [Claremont McKenna, Scripps, Amherst] • Highly specialized institutions [ Embry Riddle Aeronautical Engineering University]

  4. Undergraduate Degrees in the USA • Bachelor’s degree = four years • Associate Degree = two years • Not standardized/ No central ranking body • Different to degrees in the other major destinations for WIS students: • Flexibility • Emphasize a broad, well rounded education: • Math, science, the arts, social sciences and language-before finally need to choose a specialization.

  5. Undergraduate Program[Education USA] Bachelor’s Degree

  6. The Application Process for Regular Decision[Education USA]

  7. The Application Components • Application Forms • Common Application (www.commonapp.org) • University of California (http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/apply-online/index.html) • State University of New Yorkhttps://www.suny.edu/applysuny/ • High School Transcript • English Language Proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS) • Standardized Tests (SAT or ACT) • Letters of Recommendation • Statement of Purpose/Application Essays • Evidence of financial support (required for the I-20 visa form)

  8. Application Forms The Common Application-Standardized application process for first-year and transfer applications at undergraduate level 456 member institutions www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/Members.aspx Students must check for supplements and extra materials required on college website Other systems such as Cal State Mentor, UC Regents, CUNY, SUNY, individual schools online application

  9. WEST ISLAND SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT PACK • Student transcript – grades from Y10-Y12 • UA Grades • School Profile • Explanation of English medium of instruction • Certified copies of IGCSE certificates • Secondary school report/counselor recommendation • Two/three teacher evaluations

  10. Letters of Recommendation • Tutor writes “counselor recommendation” • Two or three subject teachers [must be currently teaching the student] • Evaluates how well students meet the requirements • Paints a picture that highlights the student as an unique individual • Choose recommenders who know your abilities best • Give recommenders plenty of time to write your letters

  11. Personal Essay • A very important part of your application - helps in the Final Decision • It demonstrates your • Writing skills • Analytical ability • Critical thinking • Aims and aspirations • Uniqueness • There are no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ answers to a college essay question • Remember : be yourself and start earlyhttps://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-in/essays/tips-for-writing-an-effective-application-essay-college-admissions • Lunchtime activity run by Ms Tang this term

  12. The IB and ID Diplomas • Is widely accepted in addition to the standardized admission tests (ACT or SAT) where required. • The rigorous nature is factored in the evaluation for admission • University recognition directory http://www.ibo.org/diploma/recognition/directory/index.cfm • May qualify for Advanced Standing credit (receive a score of 5 or above on Higher Level examinations) • Check with individual college to determine how credits may be granted • ID Students will need to contact college directly to ask if their “package” will be accepted. • CAS is very important.

  13. It’s never too early to contact colleges; do research Make sure to also contact Office of Financial Aid if necessary. Be optimistic but realistic when applying to colleges Keep a copy of all your applications Check email regularly for any requests for information from schools or updates on the admission process Check out upcoming information seminars and fairs Advice to students

  14. Finance Your Studies • Scholarships • Merit Based • Need Based (Need Blind Vs Need Based) • Online Resources • www.fundingusstudy.org • www.finaid.org • http://www.usscholarshipguide.org/ • EducationUSA Weekly Updates

  15. www.fundingusstudy.org

  16. Examples of Destinations for WIS Students 2012 • Destinations 2012

  17. Examples of Offers Made to WIS Students for 2013

  18. Destinations of WIS Students 2012

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