Community College Programs in the USA

UNIVERSIT Y & COLLEGE
Community College
Programs in the USA
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Benefits of choosing Community College___________ 4
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Fast Track Program________________________________ 6
Accommodation at Community College____________ 6
Testimonials_______________________________________ 7
College of the Desert______________________________ 8
Ohlone College__________________________________ 10
West Hills College ________________________________ 12
College of Central Florida ________________________ 14
Moraine Valley Community College _______________ 16
Bunker Hill Community College____________________ 18
Delaware County Community College ____________ 20
Olympic College ________________________________ 22
Skagit Valley College_____________________________ 24
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Community college provides two years of college
education leading to an Associate’s degree.
Community college can also be counted towards
a four-year degree program (2+2) leading to a
Bachelor’s degree. It’s a great way for students to save
money on the first 2 years, adjust to the American
culture and English language, and then complete the
remaining 2 years on a university campus.
During the past decade, enrollment at community
colleges across the USA has exploded. Currently 45%
of American students attend community colleges.
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Lower tuition cost
The majority of Educatius community colleges have
inexpensive total package price (tuition, room, board,
insurance, placement fee, application fee) below
$20,000 per academic year.
Lower level of English OK
– no TOEFL/IELTS or SAT required
All Educatius community college partners waive
the admission requirement altogether for the Test
of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and
International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Experienced teachers and small class sizes
At community colleges, almost all professors have
advanced degrees and years of teaching experience.
International student support services and activities
Educatius community colleges offer extra support for
international students including: tutoring services,
airport pick up, and intensive English language
programs.
Work and study opportunity
International students can often find on campus
employment for up to 20 hours a week to make some
extra money.
Work opportunity: OPT (Optional Professional
Training)
International students who complete their Associate
Degree at one of American community colleges, can
extend their stay fo 12-18 months and work full time
in the USA, earning a regular salary and valuable
experience. Community College Career offices and
Educatius assist students in finding jobs. Students can
continue their studies for the next two years after OPT,
get a Bachelor’s degree, and qualify for another OPT
(another 12-18 months).
Attractive locations often in major cities
Because community colleges are often smaller than
large state colleges, they are able to establish their
campuses near America’s biggest cities. Educatius
preferred community college partners have campuses
close to Chicago, Boston, San Francisco and are spread
all over sunny California – allowing international
students to live in some of the most exciting places
in the USA!
Flexible payments
International Students can pay their year tuition in
several installments. If after the first semester they
decide to discontinue or transfer to another college,
Educatius will refund the entire cost of the second
semester.
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How can I use an American community
college to help me get into a top USA
University?
It can be challenging for international students to be
accepted straight into the top American universities
due to high costs and exam requirements. For
example, one academic year at UCLA (University of
California Los Angeles) including student dorm costs
more than $60,000. UCLA also requires SAT/ACT exam
scores, which require high level of English.
But there’s another way to enter UCLA:
2+2 community college program
Students who enter community college in California
can transfer to UCLA after two years. An academic
year at community college with accommodation
costs about $20,000 which is 1/3 the price of UCLA.
Students can significantly lower the total cost of
Skagit Valley student successfuly transferred to the #1 university in
the world – Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) .
earning a degree by taking the first two years of a
university program at community college.
TAG – Transfer Admission Guarantee
Most community colleges in the USA have
agreements with 4-year universities allowing qualified
international students to transfer their community
college course credits toward a Bachelor degree.
Educatius community college partners have Transfer
Admission Guarantee agreements with top USA
universities, including: University of Washington,
University of Chicago, University of California,
California State University, Purdue University and
many others.
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International Students can finish the last year of
American high school, get a USA high school diploma,
and complete their first year of college at the same
time. Our program is open to all students 16 years of
age or older who have not yet earned a high school
diploma.
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Dormitories
Many of Educatius’ partner Community Colleges offer
dormitory accommodation. Where available, students
can live in campus dormitories, which often have
shared or private kitchens where students can cook
their own meals.
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Application Requirements for Community
Colleges:
• College full application form
• Transcripts from high school translated to English
• Affidavit of Support
• Bank statement showing ability to fund one
academic year in selected college
• Photocopy of passport
Some colleges may ask for additional documents like
letters of recommendation, etc. Educatius provides
the list of all required documents for each college
and guarantees smooth and easy application process.
Educatius pays students’ application fees directly to
the school.
Host Families
For schools that do not offer dormitory accommodation or for students who prefer a family environment,
Educatius will arrange carefully screened, welcoming
host family accommodation. Two meals a day are
usually included into the home stay package. At
Educatius International we look for families who are
practically located for the student to get to school and
who have the space needed for hosting a student.
We look for families who want to share their way of
life and culture at the same time as they get to learn
more about the student and his/her home country.
Our families come from all walks of life and may be
2 parents and children, a single parent with children,
2 parents without children or a single parents with
no children. No matter what, they will provide a
welcoming and friendly family environment!
Student apartments
Some students prefer to rent their own apartments
and live with 2-3 other roommates. Educatius works
together with the school to provide housing search
assistance. We help students find apartments or
connect them with other students who already have
an apartment and are looking for a roommate.
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Walt Disney … George Lucas …
Halle Berry … Tom Hanks …
Astronaut Eileen Collins …
Black & Decker CEO Nolan Archibald …
Arnold Schwarzenegger …
author Amy Tan …
fashion designer Monique Lhuillier …
NBC news anchor Brian Williams …
Community college grads, all!
Doctor Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa, Mexico –
Guest speaker at NAFSA conference 2013
When Dr. Quinones arrived
in USA he did not speak
English. He learned English
at Community College:
“I have no doubt that I
wouldn’t be where I am
today if I did not have
the support and help
from community collegethere is where I found my
mentors, at Delta College
in Stockton, California. It is
a beginning for a lot of people like me”.
He then continued his education at University of
California, Berkeley and received his graduate degree
from Harvard Medical School.
Dr.A. Quinones- Hinojosa
Professor of Neurological Surgery and Oncology
Neuroscience and Cellular and Molecular Medicine
Director, Brain Tumor Surgery Program, JHB
Director, Pituitary Surgery Program, JHH
Petya Pramova, Bulgaria – Skagit Valley College
transferred to Western Washington University
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international
student, I was challenge to
face new cultures, different
people, another language,
and new experiences.
Skagit Valley College
welcomed me to this new
world with warm and
understanding. SVG gave
me the small classes along
with a wonderful learning
atmosphere. “
Isabella Morawska, Poland – Investment Banker NYC
“I came to USA as a baby sitter with hopes to save some
money and enroll in a good American college. I quickly
realized that I would not be able to afford any of the
Ivy schools I was dreaming about. Fortunately I found
a different way. I enter the community college in Long
Island and after two years
transfer to Columbia
University. I am now
making 6 figure salary
and live in my beloved
NYC. I wouldn’t be here if
I hadn’t found affordable
community college that
give me the right start.”
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College of the desert – Palm Desert, CA
Community Colleges
College of the Desert was founded in 1958 and opened
its doors for the first time in September 1962. The current
average student enrollment each semester is approximately
10,000.
Location
COD is located in Palm Desert, CA known as a vacation
paradise! People from all over the world come here to enjoy
beautiful weather, relaxing life style, beautiful mountains,
and golf courses. On average there are about 350 sunny days
per year!
Nearby Palm Springs hosts major national events: famous
golf and tennis tournaments, the International Film Festival
and Coachella Music and Arts. Palm Springs is only a short
drive from Los Angeles and San Diego.
Academics
Administration of Justice, Agriculture,
Architecture/
Environmental Design, Antropology, Art, Automotive,
Biology, Business, Chemistry, Communication, Computer
Information Systems, Construction Management, Culinary
Arts, Culinary management, Construction Management,
Digital Design and Production, Economics, English,
Geography, Geology, Golf management, History, Hotel/
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Restaurant Management, Journalism, Liberal Arts, Mass
Communication, Mathematics, Music, Nursing, Physics,
Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Theater
Accommodation
Homestay – room with meals and rooms only are available
Off campus - apartment rental. Housing coordinator assists
students with accommodation at apartment complex.
College of the desert – Palm Desert, CA
Community Colleges
Oregon
Lake Tahoe
Sacramento
San Francisco
Nevada
Fresno
Leemore
Yosemite
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Sequoia
Kings Canyon
National Park
Bakersfield
Pacific
Ocean
Los Angeles
Arizona
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Palm Springs
San Diego
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross-Country, Football, Golf, Soccer,
Tennis, Volleyball, Softball. COD athletic teams have won
regional and state championships. All athletic teams
welcome international students.
Student clubs and activities
International Club, Architecture Club, Music Club, Student
Newspaper, Ballet Folklorico
College transfer program 2+2
A dedicated team of advisors helps students with transfer to
the best American 4-year universities including: University
of California Berkeley, UCLA, Boston University, San Diego
State University and many others.
Fast Track high school completion program Not offered
Quick facts
• 10,000 students
• 200 international students
• 2 hours from San Diego and 1.5 from Los
Angeles
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OHLONE College – Fremont, CA
Community Colleges
The Ohlone Community College District is located in
the southern portion of the San Francisco Bay in California.
Serving almost 18,000 students per year, OC has 300
international students from 30 countries. Ohlone College is
a premier academic institution, recently named one of the
best community colleges in California.
Situated on a beautiful 534-acre hillside with 300 acres
reserved for open space and peaceful learning, the campus
feels a lot like a large university.
Academics
Ohlone offers more than 177 degrees and certificates
including: Accounting, American Sign Language and
Deaf Studies, Art, Biology, Biotechnology, Broadcasting,
Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Networking,
Computer Science, Engineering, English, Entertainment
Design and Technology, Exercise Science, Environmental
Studies, Geology, Graphics, Journalism, Liberal Arts,
Mathematics, Multimedia, Music, Natural Science, Physics,
Social Science, and more.
Location
Ohlone College is located in Fremont, right on the edge of
California’s technology hub, the famous Silicon Valley. This
is where some of America’s most successful companies—
Facebook, Apple and Google—got their start.
With over 200,000 residents Fremont is one of the largest
cities in the area. Just 13 miles north of San Jose and 45
miles south of San Francisco, Fremont has direct public
transportation (BART) to San Francisco, Oakland, and
surrounding cities.
Accommodation
Near campus, privately operated “semi-dorms” offer
students a place to live and learn. It’s a private lodge that
offers Ohlone students rooms for long term rental.
Home Stay with an American family - an excellent way
to develop English skills, as well as immersion in American
culture.
For those students who seek off campus options, the Office
of Student Life provides a list of off-campus apartments
from local renters.
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OHLONE College – Fremont, CA
Community Colleges
Oregon
Lake Tahoe
Sacramento
San Francisco
Fremont
Nevada
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Fresno
Leemore
Yosemite
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Sequoia
Kings Canyon
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Bakersfield
Pacific
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Arizona
Los Angeles
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San Diego
Sports
Swimming, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Water Polo,
Softball. The OC swimming team has been represented for
last the 19 years at the State Championship Meet!
College Transfer Program 2+2
The Ohlone Transfer Center is a great resource for Ohlone
students who plan to transfer to a 4-year university after
studying at Ohlone College. The most popular transfers
include: University of California Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Santa
Barbara, UC Santa Cruz and many others.
Fast Track high school completion program Not offered
Quick facts
• 18,000 students
• 40 min from San Francisco and 20 min
from San Jose
• Part of Silicon Valley -American hub for
innovation and technology
• Booming OPT work program
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West Hills College – Coalinga, CA
Community Colleges
West Hills College Coalinga is located in the city of
Coalinga,California. Mid-way between Los Angeles and San
Francisco, the college is ideal for students interested in living
and studying in a small, rural community while having access
to California’s main attractions. There are two campuses with
4500 students total.
Location
Coalinga is a small(14,000 people), safe community located
approximately 100 kilometers from Fresno, in the heart of
California. It is located three hours from San Francisco and
Los Angeles as well as Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon
National Parks, and the dynamic California coastline.The dry
subtropical Mediterranean climate is excellent for outdoor
activities.
Academics
Administration of Justice, Art , Biology, Business, Business
Administration, Child Development, Computer Information
Systems, Geography, Health Science, Humanities, Law
Enforcement/AOJCorrections, Office Management &
Technologies, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Physical
Education, Social Sciences, Precision Agriculture, Psychiatric
Technician, Psychology
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Accommodation
On campus dorms: International students are required
to live on campus during their first year. Students living on
campus will have three meals provided to them, MondayFriday and two meals on Saturday and Sunday. Each
residence hall is staffed with a live-in Housing Coordinator
and student Resident Assistants. The residence halls are
equipped with cable television in each room, wireless
internet accessible from anywhere in the building, laundry
facilities, computer room, TV and recreational room. Homestay and off campus housing are possible for
returning students only.
West Hills College – Coalinga, CA
Community Colleges
Oregon
Lake Tahoe
Sacramento
San Francisco
Nevada
Fremont
Fresno
Leemore
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Sequoia
Kings Canyon
National Park
Coalinga
Bakersfield
Pacific
Ocean
Arizona
Los Angeles
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San Diego
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Rodeo, Softball, Volleyball
Clubs and Activities
Alpha, Gamma, Sigma, Students Free Enterprise
2+2 University transfer program
Many of WHCC students transfer to local, state and national
universities. Top choices include: University of Southern
California, California State University, Los Angeles University
of California, Berkeley, University of California, Los Angeles,
University of California, Santa Barbara, University of Ohio,
Arizona State University
Fast Track high school completion program Not offered
Quick facts
• 4,500 students
• Dorms on campus
• Located in California
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College of Central Florida – Ocala, FL
Community Colleges
The College of Central Florida is a member institution of
the Florida College System. Located in sunny central Florida,
CF has a student body of over 9,000 and strong faculty
holding doctoral degrees and Fulbright awards. CF offers
transferable Associate of Arts degrees, Associate of Science
degrees, selected Bachelor degrees, and an intensive ESL
program. CF holds top awards in ‘Green Jobs’ training
and Emergency Medical Services programs.
Location
Ocala is a city in Central Florida with a population of 45,000.
It is located about 1.5 hours from Florida’s most entertaining
cities: Orlando, Tampa and Daytona Beach.
Academics
CF offers more than 75 programs of study, including:
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business and Organizational
Management with specializations in Agribusiness
Management, Health Care Management, Management
Information Systems or Public Safety Administration, and
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education . The most
popular Associate degrees include: Biological Sciences,
Business Administration, Computer Science, Criminal
Justice, Education, Engineering, Equine Studies, Health
Care Management, Nursing, Visual & Performing Arts,
Architecture, Public relations, Chemistry and many others.
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Accommodation
On campus: College Square apartments are conveniently
located adjacent to the College of Central Florida Ocala
campus. Students can easily walk to classes and college
facilities. The spacious, fully furnished apartments provide
each student with a private bedroom and a shared
bathroom, living area, kitchen and dining area. College
Square combines the best features of apartment living with
on-campus convenience and economy, providing a “home
away from home” atmosphere.
Homestay – Students can live with a host family and will
have a private, furnished bedroom, use of the home’s
facilities, and interaction with the host family. Bedding,
towels, all utilities and 2 meals per day are included.
College of Central Florida – Ocala, FL
Community Colleges
Daytona Beach
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Ocala
Orlando
Tampa
Miami
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Sports
CF participates in intercollegiate men’s and women’s
basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball.
Over the past decade CF teams have received top 10 national
rankings in basketball, baseball and tennis. Scholarships are
available in all sports for those student athletes who have
demonstrated a high level of proficiency in their sport.
Clubs and activities
The College of Central Florida offers a diverse mix of arts,
including: Appleton Museum of Art, the Webber Center
Gallery and the Visual Artists’ Society of CF.
Also, a variety of musical and theatrical events through the
CF Foundation Performing Arts Series and Dinner Theater,
and student groups such as CF Theatre, Patriot Band, and
Musical Theatre Ensemble.
College transfer program 2+2
Recent transfer institutions:
University of Florida, University of North Carolina, University
of Miami, Arizona State University, University of Georgia,
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida State
University, University of Central Florida, University of South
Florida… and many more top U.S. Universities.
Fast Track high school completion program Not offered
Quick facts
• 9,000 students
• Campus apartments
• Competitive sports
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Moraine Valley COMMUNITY COLLEGE – Palos Hills, IL
Community Colleges
Moraine Valley Community College is located in Palos
Hills, Illinois in the suburbs of Chicago. Founded in 1967, it
is the second largest community college in the state with
an enrollment of 36,000 students. The main campus of 294
acres is nestled in the Cook County Forest Preserves.
Location
MVCC is 35 miles from the center of Chicago, the thirdlargest city in the United States after New York City and Los
Angeles. Chicago is a highly multicultural city thriving on
the harmony and diversity of its neighborhoods, with an
estimated population of 9.5 million people. It’s well-known
for its passionate sports culture and its contributions to
the history of the United States, including the nation’s first
skyscraper.
Academics
Moraine Valley offers more than 100 degree and certificate
programs to transfer to a four-year college or to train for
a new or upgraded career. The most popular include:
Art, Biological Sciences, Business Finance, Management,
Marketing, Chemistry, Clinical Lab Science, Computer
Science, Criminal Justice Early Childhood Education English,
Engineering, History, Manufacturing Technology/Machining
Mass Communication, Mathematics, Music Political Science,
Sociology, Special Education, Speech Communication,
Theater Arts
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Accommodation
Homestay – Students live with a host family and have
a private bedroom with three meals per day. Hosts are
American families, couples or individuals who are happy
to welcome an international student into their home.
Hosts enjoy helping students practice English, and helping
students to adjust to the culture and life in the local
community. Students gain the benefit of a comfortable
safe place to live, and the opportunity to have an American
friend upon arrival who supports their success.
Apartments – Hundreds of apartments are located nearby
the college and many are within walking distance or a short
bus ride away. Apartment choices include one, two, or three
bedroom options available. We provide current apartment
information, cost details, advice and support for students
who choose to live in an apartment. If needed, a student can
request a temporary Host Home for up to four weeks while
choosing a local apartment.
Moraine Valley COMMUNITY COLLEGE – Palos Hills, IL
Community Colleges
Chain O’ Lakes State Park
Rockford
Chicago
Lake Michigan
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Palos Hills
Peoria
Springfiled
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball,
Volleyball. Recently, six Moraine Valley student-athletes were
recognized with the Academic Student-Athlete Award for
their academic achievements and five squads were named
All-Academic Teams.
Shawnee
National
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Clubs and activities:
MVCC offers its students many opportunities to get involved
on campus. There are about 40 clubs and organizations in
which students on campus can participate. Clubs focus
on academic interests, religion, diversity and awareness,
service, student government, and other topics. Additionally,
MVCC provides various facilities for its students to spend
their free time, such as the Performing Arts Center, a game
room, the Health Fitness Center, a 1.45-mile jogging path,
and the G. Jack Bradley observation deck.
University transfer program 2+2
Transfer Guides provide information to help students begin
planning for transfer to 4-year universities. MVCC students
transfer to University of Chicago, Chicago State, De Paul
University, Illinois University of Technology, University of
Illinois and many others.
Fast Track high school completion program Not offered
Quick facts
• Located in Chicago
• 36,000 students
• 100 degrees and certificates
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Bunker Hill Community College – Boston, MA
Community Colleges
Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) is a comprehensive,
multi-campus urban institution. The Charlestown Campus is
situated on 42 acres in the historic Charlestown section of
Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1973, BHCC is the largest
community college in Massachusetts and ranks among the
25 fastest growing public two-year colleges in the United
States. The College currently enrolls more than 14,000
students. There are more than 800 international students
who come from approximately 100 countries and speak
more than 75 languages.
Location
BHCC is located in Boston, Massachusetts, the cultural and
historic center of New England. BHCC campus is only a tenminute drive from downtown Boston and the city’s many
cultural, historical, entertainment and athletic offerings.
BHCC has its own subway stop, making it easy to get
around the city. Boston has the largest number of colleges,
universities and medical centers in the U.S. Many large
corporations, as well as small technology-driven firms, are
located in Boston. BHCC’s students love the international
environment of Boston.
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Academics
Bunker Hill Community College currently offers more than
100 certificate and degree programs including: Business
Administration, Computer Information Technology,
Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education and Human
Services, Engineering, Hotel and Restaurant Management,
Medical Laboratory Technician, Nurse Education, Paralegal
Studies and Visual and Media Arts, Business, Chemical
Science, Communication, Computer Science, Education,
English, General Concentration, History and Government,
Mathematics, Music, Psychology , Sociology, Theater, Travel
and Tourism Management, Biology and many others
Accommodation
Homestay – Educatius International provides host families
in Boston metro area. Our homestays include 2 meals per
day.
Off campus apartments - together with BHCC student
services office, Educatius provides resources and listings for
students interested in renting an apartment or bedroom.
Bunker Hill Community College – Boston, MA
Community Colleges
Plymouth
MIT and Harvard
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Boston
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Berkshires
Cape Cod
Springfield
Sports
Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Golf, Fitness and Wellness
Program. BHCC Men’s Soccer won the 2012 MCCAC State
Champions, 2012 NJCAA Region 21 Champions, and 2012
Final Four NJCAA National Tournament
Clubs and activities
African Students Club, Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society, Art
and Design Club Asian Students Association, Behavioral
Sciences Club, Brazilian Cultural Club, Business Law Club,
Criminal Justice Society, Entrepreneur Club, Gospel Choir,
Hospitality Club, Indie Game Developers Club, International
Media Club, Latinos Club, MAES (Minority Association
of Engineers and Scientists), Math Club, Meditation and
Wellness Club, Multicultural Club, Music Club, Science
Association, Stage and Screen Club, Sustainability Club,
WBCC Radio Station, Writer’s Block
College Program Transfer 2+2
BHCC students successfully transfer to many colleges and
universities in Boston and nationwide including: UMass
Boston, UMass Dartmouth, Northeastern University, Boston
College, SUNY, Suffolk University and many others.
Fast Track high school completion program Not offered
Quick facts
• 14,000 students
• College has its own subway stop
• Only 10 minutes to downtown Boston
and 15 to Harvard
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Delaware County Community College – Media, PA
Community Colleges
Delaware County Community College is an accredited,
public institution located in the suburbs of Philadelphia. The
College serves 13,000 students, including more than 200
international students from all around the world.
Delaware County students enjoy a high-tech campus
surrounded by nature, with easy access to the dynamic cities
of Philadelphia and New York City. Recent $60 million (USD)
investment in the College has created first-rate laboratories,
classrooms, equipment, and student lounge space. The
College also features free wi-fi, cafes, an art gallery, a fitness
center, six tennis courts, a soccer field, and more.
Location
DCCC is located in Media in the suburbs of Philadelphia.
There is an easy 2 hour train ride that reaches New York City.
Voted one of the best and friendliest places to live, residents
proudly call Media “ Everybody’s Hometown”.
Academics
Anthropology, Psychology, General Business, Communication, Arts, Computer Information Systems, Engineering,
Global Studies, Graphic Design, Human Service, Liberal Arts,
Science for Health Professions, Sociology, Studio Arts and
many others.
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Accommodation
Homestay – Students can live with a host family and will
have a private, furnished bedroom, use of the home’s
facilities, and interaction with the host family. Bedding,
towels, all utilities and 2 meals per day are included. Off campus independent shared housing with other
students: Some students prefer to live in independent,
shared housing with other students and no host – which
is known as student house-share. House-share spaces are
limited. The house is fully furnished and equipped. Each
student has a private bedroom and shares all other rooms,
including bathroom, living and dining areas, and kitchen.
Students are responsible for their own meals. Delaware County Community College – Media, PA
Community Colleges
Presque Isle
Hawk Mountain
Sanctuary
Media
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Philadelphia
University of Pensylvania
Carnegie Mellon University
New Jersey
Pittsburg
Sports
Soccer, Volleyball, Golf, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Tennis
Clubs and activities
Art and Design Club, History Club, Hotel/Restaurant, Management Club, Business Society, Literature Club, Campus
Bible FellowshipMulticultural Club, Chess Club, Criminal
Justice Club, Paralegal Club, DCCC Contemporary Band,
Performing Arts Club, Delaware Valley Computer-Aided
Design Club, Political Science Club, Engineering Club,
Science Club, Future Financial Professionals, Social Dance
Club, Spanish Club, Student Radio and Newspaper
College transfer program 2+2
DCCC has transfer agreements with more than 40 universities
and colleges and transfer scholarships with select partner
universities: SUNY Stony Brook, Indiana University, Penn
State University, Purdue University, Thomas Jefferson
University, The University of the Arts, University of Maryland,
University of Pennsylvania (#5), Washington University,
Villanova University
Fast Track high school completion program Not offered
Quick facts
• 13,000 students
• New state-of-the-art facilities
• 2 hours from NYC
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Olympic College – Bremerton, WA
Community Colleges
Olympic College educates more than 13,000 students a year.
Founded in 1946, OC offers more than 70 different degrees
and certificates in academic transfer and professionaltechnical programs.
Location
The campus in Bremerton(WA) is located on a 33-acre site
framed by views of the Olympic Mountains, Mt. Rainier,
saltwater inlets, and the Cascade Mountains. The city of
Bremerton is a safe community and the ideal home base
from which to explore and experience the West Coast.
Seattle is about 40 min away with a regular ferry service.
Accomodation
On campus dorms located across the street from the main
campus. Rooms are shared studio apartments with a private
bathroom and kitchen in each room. Residential housing
is a combination of international and American students,
allowing international students to practice their English and
become further engaged with campus life.
Homestay offers students the chance to improve their
communication skills, experience American culture on a
personal and daily basis, and build a long-term relationship
with an American host family. Homestay option includes 5
dinners a week.
Off campus housing assistance
Academics
Olympic College offers over 70 degrees and certificates
including: Accounting, Business, Engineering, Human
Services, Business Management, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology,
Manufacturing Technology, Computer Information Systems,
Nursing, Electronics, Technical Design, Physical Therapist,
Electronics and many others.
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Olympic College – Bremerton, WA
Community Colleges
Pacific Ocean
Olympic
National
Park
Microsoft
Center
Seattle
Bremerton
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★
North Cascades
National Park
Spokane
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Mt Rainier
National Park
Sports
Basketball, Volleyball, Weight Training, Golf, Bowling,
Skating, Swimming
Clubs and Activities
Multicultural Services, Student Newspaper: The Olympian,
Engineering, Mathematics, International Student Club,
Pacific Island Club, photography, Hip Hop, Dance Club, ESL
Study Support Club, Martial Arts
College transfer program 2+2
Olympic College has Transfer Admission Guarantees (TAG)
with several partner institutions. International student
applicants who apply for the college transfer program can
choose one of the partner institutions to consider them for
an admission guarantee.
OC TAG partners: University of Washington, University of
Southern California, University of Chicago University of
Illinois , University of Michigan, Purdue University, Seattle
University, Washington State University, University of Texas,
Tulane University, New Orleans
Fast Track high school completion program Yes
Quick facts
• 13,000 students
• 40 min from Seattle
• Student dorms on campus
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SKAGIT VALLEY College – Mount Vernon, WA
Community Colleges
Skagit Valley College is a two-year community college in
northwest Washington state. Established in 1926, SVC grants
academic degrees, technical degrees, and certificates. Skagit
Valley is nationally recognized and was rated among the
best community colleges in the nation in 2007 and 2010
based on students feedback.
Academics
SVC offers close to 100 programs degrees and certificates
including: Biology, Science, Visual Arts, Music, Business, Prenursing, Enviromental Studies, Early Childhood Education,
Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, Computer
Information Systems, Pharmacy Technician and many others.
Location
SVC is located in beautiful Mount Vernon, WA within 1 hour
from Seattle and 2 hours from Vancouver. The population
of the city is about 33,000. Downtown Mount Vernon is
known for its annual Tulip Festival Street Fair, which is part
of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. The climate of Skagit
County is similar to that of Northern France, with millions
of tulips grown in the Skagit Valley. In 1998, Mount Vernon
was rated the #1 “Best Small City in America”.
Accommodation
SVC offers 3 options for housing
On-campus housing/dormitories - Campus View Village is
a contemporary Northwest-style complex. Each dormitory
looks like an individual house and contains 4 bedrooms
(each student can have their own private bedroom), a bath,
living room and kitchen. All rooms are furnished and have
access to laundry.
Home Stay with an American family - an excellent way to
develop English skills, as well as be immersed in American
culture.
For those students that seek off campus options, the Student
Life office provides a list of off-campus aparments from
local renters.
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SKAGIT VALLEY College – Mount Vernon, WA
Community Colleges
Olympic
National
Park
★
Mount
Vernon
Seattle
North Cascades
National Park
Spokane

Mt Rainier
National Park
Sports
Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, Cross-Country, Golf, Baseball,
Volleyball, Softball, Track. Skagit Valley College is a member
of the North West Athletic Association of Community
Colleges (NWAACC).
Clubs and students activities
Radio Club, Student Magazine, Street Dance Club, Science
Club, Mathematics Society, Business Management Club,
Students Government
College transfer program 2+2
Students from SVC successfully transfer to American leading
Universities including: UCLA, SUNY Stony Brook, UC Santa
Barbara, Washington State University, University of Colorado,
Louisiana Tech University and many others
Fast track high school completion program Yes
Quick facts
• 6,500 students
• Over 80 degrees and certificates
• Dorms on campus with private
bedrooms
• All major sports
• Within 1 h from Seattle and 2h from
Vancouver
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