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Undergraduate Direct and Intensive English Language Programs: Overview and Application Process
March 2018
Program andPathways Overview
March 2018
“The Path to Possibilities”
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TABLE OF CONTENTS● Community College of Philadelphia
Overview
● Introduction to Philadelphia
● Transfer Opportunities
● American Success and Honors Programs
● CCP Academic Offerings
● CCP English Language Program
● Student and Alumni Stories
● Student Life & Housing Options
● Application Process & Program Fees
● Thank You & Next Steps2
MISSIONCommunity College of Philadelphia (CCP) is an associate-degree-granting institution with programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills that provide a foundation for college transfer, employment, and lifelong learning.
The Community College of Philadelphia prepares students to:
● be informed and concerned citizens● be active participants in the cultural life of the
city● meet the changing needs of business,
industry, and the professions.3
CCP VALUESIntegrity. Academic Excellency.Diversity. Commitment to teaching and learning.Communication. Respect.
Founded in 1965, CCP celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2015.
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THE PHILADELPHIAMINT BUILDINGThe building that would become Community College of Philadelphia's permanent home formerly served as the Third Philadelphia Mint from 1901 to 1969. The vast history of the Mint Building—as well as the site it occupies—is an important part of Philadelphia's heritage.
WHAT IS A MINT BUILDING?A “Mint” building produces physical money, coins and paper bills, for public circulation.
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CONNECTIONS TO HISTORY AND CULTURE
Located in the heart of the city, Community College of Philadelphia offers a culturally rich and vibrant environment with easy access to the world-class arts and entertainment attractions in Philadelphia.
DID YOU KNOW?Philadelphia is called the “Birthplace of America” because it was here that America’s founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence and created the U.S. system of government.
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PHILADELPHIA: BIRTHPLACE OF AMERICA
With celebrated landmarks, such as Independence Hall (left) and the Liberty Bell (right), millions of visitors from around the world come to Philadelphia each year to learn about American history.
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LIVING ART THROUGHOUT THE CITY
Philadelphia celebrates its history with statues and art installations around the city that recognize important figures, such as:
● Benjamin Franklin (left), who founded the University of Pennsylvania, and the fictional● Rocky Balboa (right) who famously ran up the stairs of the Philadelphia Art Museum in
the movie “Rocky”
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LIVING IN PHILADELPHIAPhiladelphia is home to food markets, urban parks, and outdoor recreational activities, such as rowing.
PicturedBelow: Reading Terminal food marketRight (above): Rowing on the Schuylkill RiverRight (below): Rittenhouse Square, famous for the frequent art markets and fine dining.
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The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest and most renowned art
museums in the U.S.
“Love Park” is located in near City Hall in the center of Philadelphia.
THE CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE
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The Friendship Gate Night Market in Chinatown, Philadelphia11
● Philadelphia is located in the northeast of the United States
● Easy access to other major American cities● Philadelphia is home to an International
Airport (PHL) that is just 15 minutes away from CCP’s campus
● The “30th Street Train Station” (pictured below) that is less than 10 minutes from campus
CENTRALLY LOCATED ON THE EAST COAST
● New York is only 1.5 hours away● Washington DC is just 2.5 hours away● Boston is 5 hours away
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PHILADELPHIA IS HOME TO TOP UNIVERSITIES
With many top universities in Philadelphia, it’s easy for students to connect with other bright students.13
The Philadelphia metropolitan area has the 8th largest economy in the U.S. and is home to many Fortune 500 companies. Philadelphia is a leader in the arts, education, IT, financial, and medical industries.
PHILADELPHIA ECONOMY EMPLOYERS
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COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF PHILADELPHIA IS HOME TO...
The American Success (AS) and Honors programs are for international students seeking a supportive, challenging 2-year education experience that prepares them to transfer to a leading U.S. university to earn a Bachelor’s degree.
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Honors and American Success help students become their most competitive self academically and as leaders in the community to help them transfer their best fit leading college or university in the U.S. to earn their bachelor’s degree.
Honors-level academics offered by the 2-year college
Transfer support
Advising
Leadership & professional development
Community
Transfer network
AMERICAN SUCCESS AND HONORS PROGRAMS
Honors courses are available to students who enroll in the Honors program
AS and Honors helps students transfer to leading schools! 16
WHO ARE AS AND HONORS STUDENTS?
AcademicEnglish-level Proficiency
2.0+ GPA Equivalent
TOEFL <77or Equivalent Score
AcademicEnglish-level Proficiency
3.25+ GPA Equivalent
TOEFL >77 or Equivalent Score
Honors students arrive on campus prepared for a rigorous Honors curriculum, similar to
that of a 4-year university.
American Success students arrive on campus in need of additional support in order to succeed
in a rigorous U.S. classroom environment.
The goal is the same for both Honors and American Success students:TRANSFER TO A LEADING U.S. COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY AT THE COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM
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CORE COMPONENTS OF AMERICAN SUCCESS/HONORS PROGRAMS
Advising Support
• Dedicated advisor to help students with study skills, goal-setting, and transfer
• One-on-one regular meetings with an advisor
• A team of peers, faculty, and alumni available to encourage, support, and help the student succeed
• Online tools & resources to connect with peers/advisors, stay on-track and organized, and collaborate
Transfer Support
• One-on-one support from an advisor to identify and select a best-fit transfer school
• Assistance with transfer applications, including help writing compelling personal statements
• Development of self-reflection & self-advocacy skills as a foundation for the transfer discovery process
Academic Success
• Coaching to help int’l students develop skills to be successful in U.S. classroom environments
Community Engagement
• Dedicated space on campus to study, host events, and socialize with other ambitious students, but U.S. and int’l
Leadership Development
• Student organizations, mentorship programs, and real-world project opportunities for students from day 1
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Pre-arrival& Arrival
Acculturation Services
Integrated Community
Holistic Coaching
STUDENT JOURNEY TO A BACHELOR’S DEGREE
Welcome International
Students
Students spend two years in the American Success or Honors program at Community College of Philadelphia, with a focus on acculturation and skill development in an effort to become
their most competitive self by the completion of the two-year program.
Top reasons to choose Honors ● Academic preparation to get ready for rigorous classes● 88% of graduates who applied were accepted to a Top
100 university (results from Spring 2017 self-reported data)
Top reasons to choose American Success ● Improve academics in a US environment ● Strengthen English-language skills in the US
*American Honors international transfer results as of Spring 2017; based on those who applied
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THE 2+2 MODEL
HS Diploma Associate degree
Bachelor’s degree
Two years of general education classes.
Students then apply to transfer to a 4-year college or university
to complete a bachelor’s degree.
At the end of two years, students earn:● an associate degree from Community
College of Philadelphia, and● a certificate or diploma from Honors or
American Success that enables them to take advantage of transfer agreements
At the end of two years at their 4-year institution, students earn
a bachelor’s degree.
2 +2
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WHERE HAVE HONORS GRADUATES TRANSFERRED?
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Pre-arrival& Arrival
Acculturation Services
Integrated Community
Holistic Coaching
EARNING CONDITIONAL ADMISSION TO A 4-YEAR SCHOOL
Welcome International
Students
Students who complete the 2-year program may receive Conditional Letters of Acceptance to 4-year institutions who offer admission based on academic performance during the 2-year program and English
proficiency. Admission criteria varies by school. The institutions profiled below are examples of the 23 4-year schools that issue Conditional Letters of Acceptance.
GPA Required for Conditional Admission:
3.3
GPA Required for Conditional Admission:
3.0
GPA Required for Conditional Admission:
2.322
TRANSFER AGREEMENTS FOR AS AND HONORS STUDENTS
Honors graduates may take advantage of Conditional Admission with 23 leading 4-year institutions throughout the U.S.
(examples below)
Southern Methodist University
#56 National University
New York University#36 National University
Western Michigan University
#194 National University
American Success graduates may take advantage of Conditional Admission and/or
transferrable degree programs with 41 4-year institutions throughout the greater Philadelphia
area (examples below):
Temple University#115 National University
St. Joseph’s University#11 Regional University
Immaculata University#165 National University
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TRANSFER PATHWAY EXAMPLE: TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
In order to successfully transfer to Temple University, students are required to meet the following conditions by the completion of their 2-year American Honors or American Success program:
Pathway Admission Requirements to Temple● Earn a minimum 2.3 cumulative GPA (4.0
scale) across all subject areas at CCP● Complete ENGL 101 at CCP or submit proof
of English proficiency by submitting one of the following test scores.○ 79+ TOEFL iBT○ 6.0+ IELTS○ 53+ PTE
● Submit a formal application to Temple University
The iconic bell tower sits at the center of Temple University’s campus where thousands of Temple students
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CCP TO TEMPLE SAMPLE COURSE PLAN: BUSINESS MAJOR
● Students work with their Advisor to develop and follow a 2-year course plan while at CCP.
● In addition to the courses listed to the right, students need an additional 6 business electives to align with their concentration and the remaining courses taken are general studies courses or electives.
● To receive a Temple degree students must complete 122 credit hours, 60 of which must be at Temple.
Note: This is one example of a business course plan. Students should always work with their Advisor to ensure that their course plan meets requirements
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Student Spotlight: Rhodes Scholar Hazim Hardeman
Hazim Hardeman, a 2018 Rhodes Scholarship recipient, graduated from Temple University in May with a degree in Strategic Communication. Hazim started at the Community College of Philadelphia
before transferring to Temple University.
SAME DEGREE, LOWER COSTTemple Direct
- Total Tuition & Fees -
$115,152
American Success Pathway to Temple- Total Tuition & Fees -
$83,064
Starting in the American Success Community College Pathway may help studentssave $32,088 on Tuition & Fees before progressing to Temple to earn a Bachelor’s degree.
Additionally, scholarships are given to students with over a 3.3 GPA!
Progress to Temple
Progress to Temple after
year 2
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ADDITIONAL CONDITIONAL ADMISSIONS TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHILADELPHIA
American Success graduates have pathways to other top Universities in addition to Temple University. The institutions below also offer conditional acceptance to AS graduates.
La Salle UniversityPhiladelphia, PA
Annual scholarships of up to $13,500 are awarded to CCP
graduates based on GPA
Drexel UniversityPhiladelphia, PA
Annual scholarships of up to $16,000 are awarded to CCP
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ADVISING AND TRANSFER SUPPORT
Meet Advisor Nick GeremiaNick helps international students
research, visit, and apply to 4-year institutions. Nick himself started at a Community College
before earning his bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University
(#69 National University, U.S. News & World Report)
● Honors and American Success graduates can apply to transfer to ANY school he or she would like, NOT JUST colleges and universities where there a transfer agreement (e.g. Conditional Admission) exists.
● Honors and American Success Advisors support and encourage students to apply to transfer to at least 5 college to maximize student’s options and compare offers before selecting a “best fit” institution.
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ACADEMIC OFFERINGS
● Honors and American Success students may pursue any course of study at CCP that is transferable to a 4-year institution.
● Some majors in the sciences and technical fields may not be suited for transfer. ● Students work with their Advisor to determine the best major and courses that
align with the student’s transfer goals.
Creative Arts
Liberal Arts and Communications
Education & Human Services
Science & Technology
Design, Construction, and Transportation
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Law
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EXAMPLE COURSES FOR HONORS LIBERAL ARTS MAJOR
Semester 1● Modern Humanities and Social Sciences● English Composition I● History of Art: Renaissance to Modern● Literature in the Context of Intellectual
History: Modern
Semester 2● Ancient and Medieval Humanities and Social
Sciences● English Composition II● Ancient and Medieval Philosophy● History of Art: Ancient to Renaissance● Ancient and Medieval Literature
Semester 3● Introduction to Psychology● Introductory Data Analysis● Writing in the Humanities and Social
Sciences I● Biology● Foreign Language
Semester 4● Environmental Conservation● Foreign Language● Visual Communication● Applied Computer Technology● Writing in the Humanities and Social
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SMALL CLASSES, BIG OPPORTUNITIES
22:1 Faculty-to-Student
Ratio
Real World Projects
Engaged Community
Academic Coaching and
Support
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CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE ON CAMPUS
The Center promotes knowledge and appreciation
of a diverse and interdependent world.
Center for International Understanding
Center for Science and Engineering Education
Fox Rothschild Center for Law and Society
The Center addresses the need for more STEM
professionals.
The Center provides a structure for the ongoing support of law
and society.
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LEADERS IN ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
CCP TV Community College of Philadelphia’s cable channel
CCP TV provides● educational programming● locally produced shows
created by faculty, staff, and students
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
● The ESL Institute offers three levels of English language instruction
● Instruction focuses on speaking, reading, and writing skills
● All incoming students must take the English placement exam in order to qualify for academic courses
● Students who score low on the English placement exam are required to complete English language courses prior to enrolling in academic courses
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SAFE URBAN CAMPUS● Community College of Philadelphia is dedicated to providing students with an enriching and
safe experience.● The College currently has a security staff of 65 employees and monitors campus 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week.
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STUDENT STORIES
CeciliaHome CountryTaiwan“In the US you need to be more involved in the class. It forces you to think through problems—you don’t just sit there and listen to the teacher lecture.”Honors student
IsmailHome CountryEgypt“Before I started classes, my advisor recommended the best courses for me. It was outstanding, to be honest; everything was simple, easy, and well-planned.”American Success student
JodhiHome CountryIndonesia“The first time I came to Philadelphia I was so nervous and a little bit scared because I never attended any colleges in my country. I was having a hard time living in Philly and luckily I joined Honors that could help me to arrange everything. Especially my advisor helped me the most the first time I arrived. I think the biggest challenge in getting to college was I just needed to be more independent because my parents cannot always remind me to do my homework and help me to organize everything. I had one reason why I wanted to go to college in the U.S. because the education here is much better than my country. My big dream is to be a successful businessman."Current Honors student
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Students Talk About Honors and American Success at CCP
Welcome and Introduction from CCP and American Success Leadership
CCP Honors and American Success describe the program in their own words
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Notable Alumni: Kevin Hart
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American Comedian and Actor
● Hart attended the Community College of Philadelphia before moving to New York City.
● He then landed roles in movies such as Paper Soldiers (2002), Scary Movie 3 (2003), Soul Plane (2004), In the Mix (2005), Little Fockers (2010) and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017).
● Hart's comedic reputation continued to grow with the release of his first stand-up album, I'm a Grown Little Man (2008), and performances in the films Think Like a Man (2012), Grudge Match (2013), Ride Along (2014) and its sequel Ride Along 2 (2016), About Last Night (2014), Get Hard (2015), Central Intelligence (2016), The Secret Life of Pets (2016), and George Beard in Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (2017).
Notable Alumni: Deesha Dyer
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Former White House Social Secretary
● Deesha worked at the White House for U.S. President Barack Obama from 2015 to 2017.
● She volunteers her time as the Executive Director of Philadelphia based teen girl travel group, beGirl.world
● Dyer has been featured in national media outlets including TIME, The New York Times, Marie Claire, Essence, Vogue, Refinery29, Forbes, The Root, and Washington Post.
Notable Alumni: Ronald “Flip” Murray
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Retired NBA professional
● Murray was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks with pick number 42 in the second round of the 2002 NBA Draft, after being NCAA's Division II Player of the Year during his senior season at Shaw University.
● In his first few NBA seasons he played for the Bucks and for the Super Sonics in Seattle. He then played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Clippers, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Bobcats, Chicago Bulls, and Memphis Grizzlies.
Notable Alumni: Dwight E. Evans
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Politician Dwight E. Evans
● Dwight started at Community College of Philadelphia then transferred to La Salle University.
● After graduation, he became a teacher in the School District of Philadelphia and a community activist.
● Evans was first elected to office in 1980 and has help multiple leadership roles over the decades.
● In 2016, Evans was elected to represent Pennsylvania’s 2nd congressional district within the U.S. House of Representatives.
U.S. Capitol Building where Dwight E. Evans works in
Washington, D.C.
STUDENT LIFE
Join the Club: Clubs & Organizations
● Get involved with CCP’s student activities
● Connect with other students and faculty to gain valuable teamwork, leadership, and organizational skills to enrich an academic career
● The International Student Organization makes it easy to connect with American and international students from around the world during field trips, game nights, and community service projects.
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PREMIER ON-CAMPUS APARTMENTS: THE HAMILTON
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OFF-CAMPUS APARTMENTS: THE EDGE
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OFF-CAMPUS APARTMENTS: IHP
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INTAKES AND DEADLINES
Intakes and Deadlines for Honors and American Success at CCP
Term Programs OfferedApplication
DeadlineOrientation Date Start Date
FallHonors
American Success
Late June Late August Early September
SpringHonors
American Success
Late November Early January Early January
Summer Honors Early May Early June Early June
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Honors American Success
Minimum Academic Qualification
GPA U.S. 3.25 GPA Equivalent U.S. 2.0 GPA Equivalent
Minimum English Proficiency
TOEFL 77+ (20+ in writing) <77
IELTS 6.0+ (6.0+ in writing) <6.0
iTEP 4.5+ <4.5
PTE 49+ <49
Duolingo 59+ <59
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Honors American Success
Documents needed BEFORE Admissions Decision
Admissions Application ● ●
English Proficiency ●
Transcript in English (2+ Years) ● ●
Documents needed AFTER Admissions Decision
Bank Statement in English:For AS: $26,900 USD; For Honors: $27,800
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Copy of Passport ● ●
CCP Application (online) ● ●
Signed ITE Form ● ●
CCP Financial Support Form ● ●
CCP F-1 Student Acknowledgement Form ● ●49
Honors American Success
Cost per Year
Tuition $11,448 $11,448
Fees $2,796 $1,296
Health Insurance $1,000 $1,000
Books $1,200 $1,200
Room & Board $8,775 $8,775
Other Costs $1,425 $1,425
Total Cost $26,664 $25,114
Estimated Expenses
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Application Process
To apply, visit Apply.QuadLearning.com
After starting an application, a Quad Learning representative is assigned to help ensure the application is submitted completely and reviewed in a timely manner (typically ~10 days after the application is complete and submitted).
Admissions decisions will be sent via email and a Quad Learning representative will reach out regarding next steps.
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Why Community College of Philadelphia?
At Community College of Philadelphia in the Honors and American Success programs, students have the support of a welcoming and inspiring community, while taking advantage of all the opportunities that Philadelphia has to offer.
Here, students have many 2+2 pathways to leading universities in the Philadelphia area and around the U.S.
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Additional Resources
● 2018 International Student Viewbook● Program Summary Brochure● Counselor Fact Sheet & Program Pricing● Localized Academic Qualification
Equivalencies● Transfer Network Information● Localized Academic Qualification
Equivalencies
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