Come and Discover Your Future Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Direct Admission and International Study Center
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Come and discover your future Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Direct Admission and International Study Center isc.tamucc.edu We believe our students have Contents unlimited potential Why Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi? 2 to change the International Study Center 4 world by gathering International Year One 6 knowledge and skills, Pre-Master’s Program 8 and learning how to apply Innovation in business 10 these to the real world. Research to impact the future 12 Focusing on your career 14 Life on campus 16 Life in Corpus Christi 18 How to apply 20 “Studying at TAMU-CC is like having a vacation. When you have a vacation combined with top-notch academics and great student service, it becomes much more fun!” Olumide (TeeJay) from Nigeria, studying Masters of Public Administration President of the A&M-Corpus Christi International Student Organization Established in 1947 9,960 undergraduate students 2,242 graduate students 80+ programs 150+ student clubs and organizations University colors blue and green Boston Chicago Mascot Izzy the Islander New York City Philadelphia Washington, D.C. San Francisco USA Los Angeles San Diego Dallas Austin Houston San Antonio Miami Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 1 Innovative education in a unique island location Welcome to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi! At Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, we are committed to preparing our graduates for lifelong learning and responsible citizenship in a global community. Welcoming and embracing international students strengthens our perspective as a university, and a community. We have built a solid academic reputation based on our challenging curriculum and highly-rated degree programs. Among many other opportunities, as Islander students, you can explore the depths of the Gulf of Mexico, navigate the skies using unmanned aircraft and engage in partnerships with businesses. A&M-Corpus Christi is committed to your success. Our supportive, multicultural learning community provides our students with a challenging, hands-on educational experience. You will learn from premier professors who are engaged in ground-breaking research and who bring real-world experiences into the classroom. The Island University is proud to have over 50 countries represented on campus. We invite you to read on and discover how you can become part of our island! Sincerely, Dr. Kelly M. Quintanilla Interim President, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 2 Why Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi? Why Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi? Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has an excellent academic reputation with respected faculty working together with students to generate and research new ideas. The University is a part of the distinguished Texas A&M University System, one of the largest education systems in the USA, and offers a wide range of highly-rated degree programs. Students who choose A&M-Corpus The University offers an unrivalled “I’m loving it. Corpus Christi’s a very Christi enjoy a warm and friendly campus location. Known as the good experience for me. I’ve never community where faculty often work Island University, it is the only college been to any other country so this one-on-one with students. Their work in the U.S. located on its own island, is my first international encounter includes solutions to issues facing at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. and I’m feeling excited. I’ve learnt them in the local environments, and With a university beach, a scenic a lot of things. I never expected around the world; from geospatial hike-and-bike trail, and roads lined before coming here that I would intelligence to marine environment with beautiful palm trees, it is easily be getting a job and I would be protection, and renewable energy first choice for location alone. getting such good experience.” to healthcare management. Sandeep from India, studying M.S. Computer Science Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 3 Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Top 20 Top 30 for return on Colleges for investment Master of (ROI) in Texas Accountancy Payscale.com Masters-in-Accounting.org Top 10 Top 25 universities Campuses for offering unmanned Best Weather aircraft systems BestCollegeReviews.org education Development Counselors International Texas 2nd largest No.1 in economy in economic the U.S. climate Forbes.com Forbes.com No.1 U.S. state No.2 fastest Home to 54 for global job and Fortune 500 exports economy companies Forbes.com growth and more than 120 Forbes.com largest U.S. companies Corpus Christi 8th largest 10th best city city in Texas to start a career with a population in the U.S. and 4th of 316k for professional opportunities WalletHub.com, 2016 4 International Study Center International Study Center If you want to earn your degree in the USA but need to improve some skills to enter the University, we offer a range of programs to help you join the Corpus Christi community. International Study Center Your career starts here “International students enrich (ISC) At the ISC, we provide CareerAhead, our campus with a diversity of The ISC is a dedicated facility for an integrated service that ensures experience and cultural backgrounds ambitious international students. you are preparing for your future in ways which help our students It is a place that welcomes, supports, career from day one. CareerAhead appreciate the multicultural and and helps you to gain the skills, focuses on the ‘soft’ skills you will global implications of the educational knowledge and foundation to need for success and will enhance experiences we offer and advocate succeed at A&M-Corpus Christi your employability. here at A&M-Corpus Christi.” and become an active member Once you move on to your degree Dr. Richard Ricard of our community. at the University, the ISC works with Assistant Dean, College of Education the Career Office on campus to We offer two pathways, International and Human Development Year One (IY1), which prepares make sure you continue your career- students for their undergraduate focused learning, with opportunities degree, and Pre-Master’s Program to participate in research and on- (PMP) which has been designed for campus jobs in some departments. graduate students. Upon completing your IY1 or PMP studies at the ISC, you’ll join the degree program of your choice, fully prepared for the challenges of an A&M-Corpus Christi education. The ISC advantage for undergraduate students • Graduate within four years* - Upon finishing your study at the ISC, you will move seamlessly into your degree program. – Depending on your pathway program, you may earn up to 24 credits towards your degree. • Save money by studying at the ISC as you study both English and academic courses - You will take cohort classes with other international students in the ISC, receiving dedicated attention and academic help. - You will take regular classes with American students once you finish your pathway program at the ISC and matriculate to full-time degree study at the University. * Graduation within 4 years is contingent upon student completing requisite number of credits, and may require a higher credit load in some semesters or attendance of summer term courses. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 5 Progression guide** WHEN DO YOUR CLASSES HOW LONG IS YOUR WHEN WILL YOU PROGRESS START AT THE ISC? ISC PROGRAM? TO YOUR DEGREE? 1 semester January 2018 2 semester August 2018 AUGUST 2017 3 semester (IY1 only) August 2018 4 semester (IY1 only) January 2018 1 semester August 2018 2 semester August 2018 JANUARY 2018 3 semester (IY1 only) January 2019 4 semester (IY1 only) August 2019 1 semester August 2018 2 semester January 2019 MAY 2018 3 semester (IY1 only) August 2019 4 semester (IY1 only) August 2019 ** This guide applies to both IY1 and PMP students unless otherwise noted. A student’s ISC study plan is determined by her/his arrival English placement test, and can be longer or shorter than the original study plan in the offer letter. Students are required to complete their study plans at the ISC consecutively without semester breaks. Students who have completed their ISC program may be eligible to take a summer break. In some programs a June/July start may be available, and students can choose to take it or not. 6 International Year One International Year One Prepare for your bachelor’s degree with other international students and join your chosen degree once you successfully complete the program. Undergraduate Pathway English for Academic This program is the equivalent of Purposes (EAP) the first year of a bachelor’s degree As an important component of program enhanced with additional the International Year One (IY1) support for international students, curriculum, the EAP courses focus helping you adjust to learning in your on teaching you English grammar, new surroundings. reading and writing, listening and speaking, as well as critical thinking and American college life. Study plan options DIRECT ADMISSION FOR ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND INTAKE DATES PLEASE REFER TO THE KEY FACTS INFORMATION SHEET INSERTED AT THE END OF THE BROCHURE. UNIVERSITY DEGREE TIMELINE YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEM 1 1-SEMESTER 4 MONTHS IY1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 English: IELTS 6.0 | Password K6.0 W6.0 | TOEFL 68 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEM 1 SEM 2 2-SEMESTER 8 MONTHS IY1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 GRADUATION English: IELTS 5.5 | Password K5.5 W5.5 | TOEFL 60* SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEM 1 SEM 2 SEM 3 3-SEMESTER 12 MONTHS IY1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 English: IELTS 5.0 | Password K5.0 W5.0 | TOEFL 50 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEM 1 SEM 2 SEM 3 SEM 4 4-SEMESTER 16 MONTHS EAP IY1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 WHAT IS YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL? YOUR IS WHAT English: IELTS 4.5 | Password K4.5 W4.5 | TOEFL 45 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 PATHWAY * Students at Embassy English B2 or higher levels may also qualify for 2-semester IY1.