Prepare for the World’s Largest Industry

Bachelor of Applied Science Hospitality Administration

• Located one hour north of Boston

• 45 minutes drive to the ocean & mountains

• Take advantage of off-campus events: beach outing, trips to Boston and NYC

A Small, Private University

Southern New Hampshire University

• Founded in 1932

• 2250 full time students

• 6000 part time students

• 14000 enrollments in Online classes

ranked as one of the top twenty in the USA

Nearly 700 International students from over 60 countries

Manchester, New Hampshire, USA

• City of 110,000 people

• 10 minutes from the University

• Quiet, safe environment to live, work and study

• All diploma course work transfers (90 credits)

• Program enrollment of 75– 18 Institutions/20 Nationalities

• Over 1300 Graduates• Partner Placements

located throughout the USA (Eg., Marriott, Westin, Hyatt & others)

BASHA Overview…

• Summer 1 June - August– 7 weeks at SNHU – Interview for Supervised Practical

Experience Placement• Supervised Practical Experience -

PaidSeptember – May

• Summer 2May – August– 10 weeks at SNHU– Graduation Ceremony

BASHA Overview…

• American Work Experience• Finite Math or Statistics

– Based on math background of student

• Intro to Psychology or Sociology

• Legal Issues in Hospitality & Tourism(Total of 12 Credits)

• 8 – 9 month Supervised Practical Experience(Total of 12 Credits)

Academic Program Summer 1

Grande Lakes Orlando

• First two weeks of your program• Interview preparation

• Opportunity to compete for a position based on your Academic & Employment experience

• Positions: front desk, food & beverage & housekeeping (typically)

• Entry level and supervisory positions are usually available

• Interviews take place at SNHU or by phone• You earn your position

• Appropriate dress required

American Work Experience

Grande Lakes Orlando

Hospitality Classroom Building

• Economics for Hospitality • Public Speaking• Hospitality Sales

Management • Strategic Management and

Policy• Financial Analysis for the

Hospitality Industry• Free Elective (you will

choose one course from those available for your program year)

(Total of 18 Credits)

Academic Program Summer 2

Hyatt Grand Champions

• A new 2-story dining facility opened in January 2010 featuring Global Cuisine presented through several culinary stations. Plenty of space for socializing and study!

Dining Facilities

New Dining Commons Building

• Double room accommodation is typically located in either Washington or Newcastle Residence Halls during your summer program.

Residential Facilities

Washington Residence Hall

The Education Experience

American University Culture

*Teaching Styles*Academic Freedom*Student Assessment*Group Projects

Support Services*Wellness Center &

Counseling Services*Career Development*Academic Support

• Industry Partnership & Collaboration

• Placement LocationsDestination Resorts

Convention HotelsCity PropertiesAirport PropertiesTimeshare Properties

• Orientation to American Hospitality

The Work Experience

Boston

• Florida:Tampa Marriott WatersideRenaissance Vinoy Resort

• GeorgiaAtlanta Marriott MarquisLouisiana:Royal Sonesta Hotel

• Tennessee:Memphis Marriott Downtown*Properties change on a yearly basis.

Past Placement Locations*…

Tampa Marriott Waterside

The Documents

To Confirm Program Acceptance:

• BASHA Application

• Transcript- 3 year program & secondary school

• Faculty Recommendation Letter

• Resume/CV

Documents for your VISA

Two additional documents are necessary in order for SNHU to send you form DS-2019 to begin the application process to obtain your J-1 visa.

•Bank/Financial Statement for minimum $22,000USD

•TOEFL Score or Other Evidence of English Proficiency

TOEFL Score 530 (IBT 72-73)IELTS Test Band 6.0

SEVIS Fee

Once you receive the DS-2019 form, the next step is to pay a $180* SEVIS fee, a separate fee from the visa application fee.

Please follow the instructions for the SEVIS fee payment found at this website:

www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/

(*estimated)

Visa Application Process

• Make an appointment and pay the visa application fee by following the instructions at your local US Embassy or Consulate (www.usembassy.gov/)

• Complete the visa application form (DS-160)

• Have one color photo taken which meet the photo requirements

• Attend your visa interview

Documents to bring to your Interview

• Valid Passport• Completed form DS-160• Form DS-160 must be completed on-line and a

copy printed to take along with you to your interview. This form requires you to download a passport-like photo of yourself to submit onto the form so have your photo ready.

• Original bank receipt for your visa application fee

• DS-2019 form issued by SNHU• SEVIS fee receipt• Proof of finances (original bank/financial

statement)• A smile!

Visa Interview

• Expect a short interview, often only a few minutes

• All students are not asked the same questions

• Be knowledgeable about SNHU, be familiar with your program of study and our Web site

• Visa officers make judgments based on their overall assessment of a student’s application. There is no specific thing to show or say that will always result in visa issuance.

Program Expenses-Total

BASHA Charges 2011-12

Tuition $8,000.00Co-Op Education Fee $500.00Room (double) $2,380.00Board $2,100.00Actvity Fee $150.00Medical Insurance* $1,395.00Graduation Fee $100.00Senior Week Fee $100.00Refundable Damage Deposit $50.00

Total Program Expenses $14,775.00*Insurance rate is subject to change

Program Expenses-Yearly

Program Charges by Year June 2011**May 2012***Tuition $3,200.00 4,800.00$ Co-Op Education Fee $500.00Room (double) $980.00 1,400.00$ Room (single) $1,260.00 1,800.00$ Board (meals) $870.00 1,230.00$ Activity Fee $60.00 90.00$ Insurance(full 15 months)* $1,395.00Graduation Fee 100.00$ Senior Week Fee 100.00$ Refundable Damage Deposit $50.00

Total $7,055.00 7,720.00$ **Summer fees based on 7 week distribution.***Summer fees based on 10 week distribution.

We look forward to you joining us in June 2011! Your program graduation date will only be 14 months away!

Marina Rojas Arellano – BASHA Class of 2008

• Director of Restaurants, Chicago Marriott Downtown

• Director of Human Resources, Hyatt – Toronto

• Resident Manager, Round Hill Hotel and Villas, Montego Bay, Jamaica

• Guest Services Officer, Hotel Continental – Hong Kong

• Catering Sales Manager, Ritz-Carlton – Singapore

• Front Office Manager, The College Hotel – Amsterdam

• Director of Operations, Copley Square Hotel - Boston

Current employment of a few or our graduates…

• Southern NH University Web Site:www.snhu.edu

• BASHA Web Site:www.snhu.edu/2235.asp

• Contact E-mail Addresses:Rick Groleau r.groleau@snhu.edu or groleari@yahoo.com

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