transfer 101 for int’l students 1/30/2014 rina tsujimoto & jose elizalde academic advising...
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TRANSFER 101 for Int’l Students
1/30/2014Rina Tsujimoto & Jose ElizaldeAcademic AdvisingNorth Seattle Community College
English and Math courses
• If you are not taking English and/or Math in your first quarter, you need to take English and/or math in your second quarter.
WHY?• No matter which college/university and what major you choose,
you will need English and Math.
• There are many classes that require ENGL& 101 first.• Psychology, Communication, HIST&241, etc.
• Most of the Science Sequences require completion of MATH 098 or higher.
English (ENGL) sequence
ENGL095/096 & ENGL 080
(12 cr)
ENGL 097/098 & ENGL 080
(12 cr)
ENGL 099 & ENGL 101
(10 cr) ENGL 101 (5 cr)
Examples of Science Sequences
• MATH 084• MATH 085• MATH 098• CHEM& 139• CHEM& 161• CHEM& 162• CHEM& 163• CHEM&241• CHEM&242 and CHEM&251• CHEM&243 and CHEM&252
• MATH 084• MATH 085• MATH 098• MATH& 141 and PHYS& 114• MATH& 142• MATH& 151• MATH& 152 and PHYS& 221• MATH& 153 and PHYS& 222• PHYS& 223
Chemistry Sequence Physics Sequence
Common misunderstanding• Your transcript is a permanent record. Your grades cannot be
erased or replaced even when a course is repeated.• Having multiple “R” (repeats) on your transcripts would not
impress universities/colleges.
Credit evaluationIs necessary when• You have college credits at another college or universityAND• You are planning to earn an associate degree at NSCC
Process:1. Order official transcripts from each college or university
attended, to be sent directly (electronically if possible) to ARRC. (If you’ve received official transcripts, please do NOT open them)
2. Check w/ ARRC to verify transcripts have arrived.3. Submit the Application for Evaluation of Incoming Credits form
to ARRC.
UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE TRANSFER
University/College Transfer
90 credits
atNSCC
Associate Degree
90 credits at
University/College
Bachelor’s Degree
Transfer Process
Research a major’s pre-requisites
Create your educational plan
Apply for Scholarships
Research 4-year colleges/universitie
s
Complete the College/ University application process
Choose your intended major
Learn about transfer associate degree
requirements
Majors and UniversitiesHow to choose your major and transfer schools:• Make an appointment with a Counselor for career counseling.• Attend transfer activities and events at NSCC.• Attend college/university’s transfer information sessions.• Web resources:• http://www.collegeboard.org • http://www.wois.org/
• WOIS site key = anx570
• Conditional acceptance letterhttps://ip.northseattle.edu/transfer Choose your
intended major
Research 4-year colleges/universitie
s
How to find a major’s pre-requisites?
• Research the website of the college/university that you are interested in.
• Some colleges/universities have their majors’ prerequisites information on their website. http://admit.washington.edu/Admission/Transfer/APW
• If you cannot find a major’s prerequisites on the college/university’s website, contact their admissions office.
Research a major’s pre-requisites
How to find a major’s pre-requisites? (cont.)• Find an admission office’s contact • Let them know who you are:• Your legal name• You are an international student.• You are studying at NSCC in WA.
• Let them know about your interest• You are interested in their XXX major.
• Ask for information• You would like to know a major’s pre-requisites.• If they do not have a specific set of pre-requisites, ask for their
suggested courses. Research a major’s
pre-requisites
Transfer associate degrees (AA, AB, or AS)
Associate of Arts (AA) Many majors like: English, communication, visual arts, performing
arts, foreign language, political science, psychology, history, education, etc.
Associate in Business (AB) Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, etc.
Associate of Science (AS) Science fields: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Studies,
Computer Science, Engineering, Geology, etc. AS-DTA AS-option1 (This does not satisfy the high school completion requirements) AS-option2 (This does not satisfy the high school completion requirements)Learn about transfer
associate degree requirements
Your degree, major & university requirements work together!
Business major pre-requisites
4-year university requirements
Associate in Business Degree
English & Math +
General Education
requirements
a major’s pre-
requisites
4-year university requirements
Associate of Art Degree
English & Math +
General Education
requirements
Science major pre-requisites
4-year university requirements
Associate of Science Degree
English & Math +
General Education
requirements
WHAT ELSE TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT WHEN CREATING YOUR EDUCATIONAL PLAN
Application & Transfer Timing• When to start applying for universities /colleges?• Most of the students start applying for universities/colleges while they
are still working on their associate degree
• Application deadlines• A college/university may have a separate application deadline for
international students - often earlier than domestic students
• Which year & quarter to transfer?• How long it takes to complete your associate degree?• How long it takes to completed your major prerequisites?• Are you applying to a semester system school or a quarter system
school?• Which quarter/semester do the schools/majors of your choice accept
international students? Create your educational plan
When to take TOEFL/IELTS
• TOEFL• http://www.ets.org/
• IELTS• http://www.ielts.org/
• Test dates and locations are limited.• Spaces fill quickly, especially during November and December.
TOEFL recommends “you register 3 to 4 months before your desired test date to reserve your seat. Your test date should be 2 to 3 months before your earliest admissions application deadline.”
Create your educational plan
Your graduating timing matters, because…
Once you complete your degree, you have 3 options:
1) Transfer to a university/college within 60 days upon completion of your degree. • If you graduate in Winter quarter, you must start studying at a
university in Spring quarter of the same year. • Only exception is – if you graduate in Spring quarter, you can start
studying at a university either in Sum or Fall quarter of the same year.
2) OPT (optional practical training) Talk to the IP office
3) Go back to your home countryCreate your
educational plan
BREAK
SAMPLE EDUCATIONAL PLANS
If you want to apply to…
Win’14
Spr’14
Sum’14 Register for TOELF/IELTS
Fall’14 Take TOEFL/IELTS
Win’15 UW application deadline (2/15)UW business application deadline (4/5)
Spr’15
Sum’15 Graduate from NSCC
Fall’15 You want to start studying at UW
Create your educational plan
UW Business major for Fall’15 admission
BY THE WAY…
This is my last quarter at NSCC. I have not applied to any universities. Can I take extra classes after I complete all my associate degree requirements in order to stay in the US?
No.
I have lots of major pre-requisites. Some of them are offered only once a year. I need to take care of those, even after I complete my associate degree requirements!!
Still, NO. You cannot continue taking classes once you complete your degree requirements.
What if I don’t tell the IP office that I can complete my degree now & apply for graduating for a later quarter?
Still, NO.
Getting Ready to Transfer…
• Application form• Official Transcripts (college and high school)• Personal Statement• TOEFL or IELTS score• Letters of Recommendation if required• Scholarship Applications if applicable• Copy of your I-20, Passport, and Visa• Updated bank statement
• Apply for graduation from NSCC (after registering for final quarter)
Apply for Scholarships
Complete the College/ University application process
Registration Highlights• Registration for Spring 2014 quarter begins on 2/18 (Tue).• To find out your registration time, go to:
https://sccdweb.sccd.ctc.edu/nscckiosk/waci004.html
TUITION & FEES DUE• Within 7 business days after you register or before the first
day of the quarter, whichever date comes first.
Assignment • Which degree have you chosen?• AB, AA, or AS?
• Why do you want this particular degree?• What did you learn from Rina’s presentation?• Make John (Mr. Fabulous) smile!
• ARTWALK NEXT WEEK, FEBRUARY 6. • DO NOT COME TO CLASS.• INSTEAD, GO TO THE ARTWALK.• REFER TO THE HANDOUT FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
Any Questions?
LEARNING ABOUT DEGREE REQUIREMENTS