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Basics of U.S. Higher Education

Basics of U.S. Higher Education. Shushanna Abovyan EducationUSA Adviser. Why?. Applying to U.S. universities is complex It is very different from applying to Armenian universities BUT With instruction and hard work it is possible

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Basics of U.S. Higher Education

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  1. Basics of U.S. Higher Education ShushannaAbovyan EducationUSA Adviser

  2. Why? • Applying to U.S. universities is complex • It is very different from applying to Armenian universities BUT • With instruction and hard work it is possible • With the right strategies you have a very good chance of going to the U.S. to study

  3. Why U.S. Higher Education Advantages and Characteristics of the U.S. System Why Study in the U.S.? U.S. is a premier destination for higher education because of: •        Ease of access and mobility •        Diversity of student body, faculty and programs •        Quality of curriculum and professors •        High value on lifelong learning •        Self-directed learning and individual accountability

  4. Degrees and Years Studying Community College 2-year or junior college (AA,AS) Bachelor’s degree = 4 years Bachelor’s of Arts BA Bachelor’s of Science BS Master’s Degree = Bachelor’s degree + 2 years Master’s of Arts MA Master’s of Science MS Master’s of Business Administration MBA Master’s of Science in Computer Science MSCS Doctorate Degree = Bachelors + Masters + 3 or more years Doctorate of Philosophy PhD Doctor of Medicine MD Undergraduate degrees Graduate degrees

  5. Public VS. Private Private • Funded from private donations, tuition, etc. • Often smaller • Tuition often higher • MORE fin aid available for international UGs Public • Funded by state • Often large (over 20,000 students) • Tuition may be lower • LESS fin aid available for international UG students

  6. What’s Your Major? This means “What are you studying?” Students can choose a major and a minor (optional). For example, You can major in Business Administration and minor in Math. You can major in Biology and minor in Psychology. You can major in Psychology.

  7. What are Credits? Most classes are 3 credits each Most students take about 15 credits each semester or 30 credits in an academic year You need 120 credits to earn a bachelor’s degree One semester = 14-16 weeks

  8. Grades

  9. Grading System-GPA A = 4 B = 3 C = 2 D = 1 F = 0 ? 3.25 GPA Maria’s semester grades Biology – B Chemistry - A Statistics – A Art History - C Raul’s semester grades Latin American Literature – A Chinese Language - B Organic Chemistry – C Russian History - B

  10. Scholarship Programs vs Individual Applying

  11. Apply Individually and Find the Best Fit

  12. Step 1-Research Your Option • Define Your Priorities • What Undergraduate/Graduate Programs are Available in the USA? • Choose the Best Undergraduate Graduate Program for You • Identify Types and Sources of Financial Aid • Prepare for Standardized tests (TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, GRE, etc)

  13. Step 2-Finance Your Studies • Make Your Budget • Invest in Yourself! • The cost of living and studying varies across the US.

  14. Step 3-Complete Your Application • Online Application (Common Application for Undergrad) • Statement of Purpose • Official transcripts of your academic performance (+Diploma) • Letters of recommendation • Test Scores • All in Անգլերեն & Notarized

  15. Step 4-Apply for Your Student Visa J-1 Exchange Visa  F-1 Student Visa • Receive your certificate of eligibility for nonimmigrant student status: either Form I-20 or Form DS-2019 (for J visa) • Pay SEVIS fee • Schedule Your Interview and Apply for Your Visa

  16. Step 5 –Prepare for Your Departure Join the EducationUSA Armenia in JULY for PDO

  17. Why/What is EducationUSA? The Official Source on U.S. Higher Education EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State supported network 400+ Advising Centers 170+ Countries 500+ Advisers EducationUSA Armenia @ American Councils Armenia

  18. EducationUSA Armenia Services Lectures/Workshops/Webinars (U.S higher Education, Essays, Motivation Letters) Individual Consultation Meeting the EducationUSA Adviser Sample Testing TOEFL, GRE, SAT, GMAT Online Library educationusalibrary.americancouncils.am All the services are FREE

  19. EducationUSA Special Events Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) • Helping students make final preparations for their studies in the USA • EducationUSA Fairs • Official Representatives from U.S. HEIs • Alumni of U.S. HEI

  20. Join EducationUSA Fair 2016

  21. EducationUSA Projects • Competitive College Club • 30-50 Students • Year Round lectures • Competitive to U.S. colleges/universities • Student Ambassador Program • Student Ambassadors in the RA Regions • 10 Lectures in the RA Regions • Open to Everyone (interested in U.S. Higher Ed)

  22. EducationUSA Projects • Competitive College Club • 30-50 Students • Year Round lectures • Competitive to U.S. colleges/universities • Student Ambassador Program • Student Ambassadors in the RA Regions • 10 Lectures in the RA Regions • Open to Everyone (interested in U.S. Higher Ed)

  23. Join t EducationUSAArmenia EdUSAArmenia americancouncils.am Imperium Plaza Business Center4/7 Amiryan Street 0010 Yerevan

  24. Questions? Thank YOU

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