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International First Year and Pre-Masters Program for direct academic entry
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Greetings
Widener University is pleased to partner with Study Group to provide university access and English learning to international students in one of Americas premier metropolitan universities.
Our beautifully landscaped campus is located just south of Philadelphia, the sixth largest city in the United States, which boasts a dynamic atmosphere for exploration of business, technology, history, arts, and entertainment. With an ever-changing global environment, Widener is excited to work with Study Group to help prepare students for this modern world where business is no longer conducted within our community, but rather the world. This new endeavor will challenge both international and domestic students to seek partnerships in life and business worldwide. Because of this association, Widener students will be better prepared for the global marketplace of the 21st Century. Why Widener .................................................... 2 About Widener University .............................. 4 Premier location .............................................. 5 Student life at Widener ................................... 6 International career success ........................... 8 University facilities ......................................... 9 International Study Center ............................ 11 International First Year (IFY) .......................... 12 IFY program content ....................................... 14 IFY Business Pathway .................................... 16 IFY Engineering Pathway ............................... 18 IFY Political Science/Pre-Law Pathway ........ 20 Pre-Masters Program .................................... 22 Housing ............................................................ 24 Fees .................................................................. 24 Semester dates ............................................... 25 How to apply ................................................... 25
James T. Harris III, D.Ed. President, Widener University
Widener University offers a combination of high academic quality and successful career preparation. As an entrepreneurial, metropolitan university with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,750 and total student population of more than 6,500, Widener offers the resources of a large research institution within the context of a small academic community.
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Why Widener:
Supported
Connected
Starting your first year, Widener programs lay the foundation for your success both in and out of the classroom from thorough orientation programs that provide support as you adapt to a new culture to language and academic courses that help you develop critical thinking skills, time management, and study skills. At Widener, you will find many opportunities to develop confidence and achieve your goals.
rank in service among all national universities; ranked 55th overall (by Washington Monthly College Guide , which ranks colleges and universities based on their contributions to the public interest)
student-to-faculty ratio
Widener exemplifies a unified, supportive, and high-energy community where youll find something to capture your interest every day. Moreover, when you choose Widener, youre gaining powerful connections: an international network of successful alumni and the top employers both regionally and throughout the United States, who have strong internship and recruiting relationships with Widener.
organizations where Widener students do co-ops, internships, clinics, or public service in one year alone
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clubs and organizations from service groups to dance troupes, honor societies to club sports
of Widener students participate in community service or volunteer activities; 29% participated in a community-based experience as part of a course, compared to a national average of 17% of college students
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This is the moment when you set your life in motion. Choosing the right university is the first step.
Premier Location
Widener is located in Chester, Pennsylvania, just minutes from central Philadelphia. The University, which sits on more than .45 sq. km of land, finds itself at the intersection of some of Americas most culturally diverse and commercially vibrant metropolitan areas. With New York City just to the north, and Washington, DC, accessible to the south, Widener affords students a prime location for travel within the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Philadelphia, which played home to Americas founding fathers, is a trove of history, culture, and American tradition. The city, with a population of over 4 million, is well-known for its welcoming vibe, living up to the names meaning as the city of brotherly love. With its assortment of top-tier universities, museums, and social attractions, Philadelphia has distinguished itself as a destination for innovation and academia. By all counts, Philadelphia is a perfect city for study.
Youre not just choosing a schoolyoure connecting with the mentors who will open doors to your career, the peers who will form your life-long network, and the experiences that will lay the foundation for your success. Widener, which was founded in 1821, is an innovative metropolitan university that combines academic quality with career preparation and a commitment to community service. A Widener education connects curricula to societal issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, personal attention, and experiential learning comprise the Widener experience.
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Im an experienced entrepreneur with over 25 years in visionary leadership, global management, and strategic product marketing. My background encompasses developing and running startups through to executive management roles in top Fortune 100 companies. I owe a significant part of my success to Widener which played a pivotal role in my life. Widener welcomed me to the United States with open arms, helped me to transition into the culture, and built my confidence in myself which carried through to my career success. One thing for sure, I wouldnt be where I am today if I had started my higher education in a university other than Widener.
James Stanford from Turkey Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, 1990
University Facilities
At Widener, our commitment to student success begins on campus. We have top notch facilities that allow students to make the most of their Widener experience, both in and out of the classroom.
Campus Facilities University Center Cafeteria, ATMs, campus store, food court, residence life office, bank, post office Wellness Center State-of-the-art fitness center with full scope of weights, machines, as well as aerobics rooms, a rock climbing wall, and on-site athletic training facilities Widener Art Museum Host to juried student exhibits and shows Campus Services Wi-Fi Internet Campus Shuttle Student shuttle that runs both on and off campus Emergency Call Boxes Campus security system E2Campus Alerts Emergency notification system Schwartz Center Gymnasium, weight room, multi-purpose field house, championship size eight-lane swimming pool Pennsylvania Military College (PMC) History Museum Widener campus museum Widener Observatory Observation rooms, 16-inch computer-driven telescope
Companies employing Widener Alumni Bosch Rexroth Cisco System, Inc. ExxonMobil GE Energy GlaxoSmithKline IBM Corporation Intel Corporation MIT Motorola, Inc. Nippon Steel Corporation Procter & Gamble Co. Siemens Engineering Sony Corporation of America Sunoco, Inc. The Boeing Company Warner Bros.
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International Relations/French major Mamadou Keita spoke no English when his family emigrated from Guinea, West Africa. He polished his English in high school and founded the French Club during his Widener freshman year.
I know what its like to be out of your comfort zone. Speaking a new language can be intimidating, and the club is a space for a diverse group of students to practice their French through fun, intercultural activities. We find common ground through our love of French language and culture.
An active member of the Widener community, Mamadou also performs with the Widener dance company.
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Year 1
Year 2
Equivalent* to TOEFL iBT 68, or 5.5 IELTS GPA 2.75 and above
1
8 months
2 2 2
12 months
3-Semester PROGRAM Equivalent* to TOEFL iBT 52, or 4.5 IELTS GPA 2.75 and above
1
12 months
3 3
Business Engineering Political Science/Pre-Law
EAP Equivalent* to TOEFL iBT 36, or 3.5 IELTS GPA 2.75 and above
3-Semester PROGRAM
1
4 months
4
31 credits 28 credits 30 credits
The following majors are available through the three IFY pathways:
Business Accounting Business Informatics Economics Finance International Business Management Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Political Science/Pre-Law Political Science
* No official TOEFL or IELTS score is required. Students can take the Study Group English Test to determine their English language proficiency.
The IFY program duration and study plan serves as a guide only. This was accurate at the time of printing and may be subject to change.
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SEMESTER 2
ENGL 102, POLS 102, ENVR 100, MATH 118 and ACCT 205 plus 1 English language course ENGL 101, POLS 101 and MGT 100 plus 3 English language courses
SEMESTER 2
ENGL 102, POLS 102, MATH 118, ENVR 100 and POLS 218 plus 1 English language course ENGL 101, POLS 101 and MGT 100 plus 3 English language courses
SEMESTER 3
SEMESTER 4
2-semester program
2-semester program
3-semester program
ENGL 102, POLS 102, ENVR 100, MATH 118 and ACCT 204 plus 1 English language course ENGL 101, POLS 101 and MGT 100 plus 3 English language courses ENGL 102, POLS 102, ENVR 100, MATH 118 and ACCT 204 plus 1 English language course
3-semester program
ENGL 102, POLS 102, MATH 118, ENVR 100 and POLS 218 plus 1 English language course ENGL 101, POLS 101 and MGT 100 plus 3 English language courses ENGL 102, POLS 102, MATH 118, ENVR 100 and POLS 218 plus 1 English language course
MATH 117, MIS 180 and HIST 111 plus 4 English language courses
These program content tables serve as a guide only and may be subject to change
SEMESTER 2
ENGL 102, POLS 102, MATH 131 or 132, CHEM 146 and CHEM 148 plus 1 English language course ENGL 101, POLS 101, CHEM 145 and CHEM 147 plus 3 English language courses
SEMESTER 3
SEMESTER 4
2-semester program
3-semester program
ENGL 102, POLS 102. MATH 131 or 132, CHEM 146 and CHEM 148 plus 1 English language course ENGL 101, POLS 101, CHEM 145 and CHEM 147 plus 3 English language courses ENGL 102, POLS 102, MATH 131 or 132, CHEM 146 and CHEM 148 plus 1 English language course
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regions such as Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Attention is given to the major cultural, social, economic, and political experiences of the peoples in these areas.
process of career planning by assessing their personal interests, creating a resume, developing a career action plan, and meeting with career counselors. This course uses a hands-on learning model and brings a variety of industry speakers into the classroom.
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Newtons method, and optimization. Prerequisite: at least level 4 on the mathematics assessment.
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development component. Students engage in the process of career planning by assessing their personal interests, creating a resume, developing a career action plan, and meeting with career counselors. This course uses a hands-on learning model and brings a variety of industry speakers into the classroom.
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Pre-Masters Program
The ISC additionally offers a preparation program for graduate studies. This program is for students who meet the academic entry requirements for Widener Universitys graduate programs. It provides a 12 semester transitional curriculum of intensive English for academic purposes and graduate study skills together with training for GRE and GMAT tests.
Pre-Masters Program Duration and Study Plan For students with qualifying degrees
intakeS (all durations)
Spring January Summer May Fall August
Year 1
Year 2
Equivalent* to TOEFL iBT 68, or 5.5 IELTS GPA 2.8 and above
1
4 months
2-Semester PROGRAM Equivalent* to TOEFL iBT 52, or 4.5 IELTS GPA 2.8 and above
1
8 months
2
SEMESTER 1
Listening and Speaking Reading and Vocabulary Writing Grammar
Biomedical Engineering, MEng Chemical Engineering, MEng Civil Engineering, MEng Electrical Engineering, MEng Engineering Management, MEng Mechanical Engineering, MEng
* No official TOEFL or IELTS score is required. Students can take the Study Group English Test to determine their English language proficiency.
No GMAT/GRE score needed for entry to the PMP, but required before matriculation to a masters degree. This chart represents a sample of the 2-semester program course content. Students accepted onto the 1-semester program at the ISC will study the courses indicated in Semester 2 on the chart.
The Pre-Masters program duration and study plan serves as a guide only. This was accurate at the time of printing and may be subject to change.
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Housing
Widener provides on-campus housing for undergraduates in eleven dormitory-styled buildings. In addition to these residence halls, Widener offers accommodation in four apartment buildings, as well as in a number of campus fraternity and sorority houses.
All rooms at Widener are semi-furnished spaces, with beds, desks, and room-appropriate furniture. Suites in Wideners apartment buildings include kitchens with full-sized refrigerators and oven ranges, as well as in-suite baths. www.widener.edu/campuslife/residencelife/oncampus Graduate students can find comfortable and affordable accommodation near campus. Further information is available online at: www.widener.edu/campuslife/residencelife/offcampus.asp
Semester Dates
Semester Fall 2012 Start Date
Student orientation: Wednesday 22 August 2012 Start of classes: Monday 27 August 2012 End of semester: Thursday 13 December 2012 Student orientation: Monday 7 January 2013 Start of classes: Monday 14 January 2013 End of semester: Wednesday 1 May 2013 Student orientation: Monday 13 May 2013 Start of classes: Monday 20 May 2013 End of semester: Thursday 15 August 2013
Vacations
Labor Day: Monday 3 September 2012 Fall break: Monday 15 Tuesday 16 October 2012 Thanksgiving: Thursday 22 Friday 23 November 2012 MLK Day: Monday 21 January 2013 Mid-term break: Monday 4 Friday 8 March 2013 Spring holiday: Friday 29 March 2013 Memorial Day: Monday 27 May 2013 Independence Day: Thursday 4 July 2013
Semester Length
15 weeks
Spring 2013
15 weeks
Summer 2013
13 weeks
All freshmen must participate in an on-campus meal plan. There is a wide selection of food choices in the cafeteria that is conveniently located on campus.
Fees
Undergraduate students*
International First Year tuition Technology fee Student activity fee Room/board
How to Apply
1 Semester 2 Semester
$25,000 $229 per semester $80 per semester $6,198 per semester Sharples Double/ Gold Meal Plan
3 Semester
$32,200
4 Semester
$37,900
Graduate students*
Pre-Masters Program tuition Technology fee Student activity fee
1 Semester
$5,700 7
2 Semester
$13,400
3 Semester
4 Semester
Submit your completed application form and supplemental documents to your local educational representative.
4 Semester
$1339 $934
Miscellaneous Fees
Study Care insurance Airport transfer (optional)
1 Semester
$405
2 Semester
$717 $140
3 Semester
Further application forms are available by contacting us at the mailing or email address opposite.
All fees are mandatory except where indicated. * There may be additional fees upon full matriculation into the major, depending on the field of study. Tuition and fees may vary based on program and registration status. Room and board fee is estimated.
Details on plan coverage can be found at: www.studygroup.com/studycare Airport pickup is by private car from Philadelphia International Airport directly to Widener, one way.
In addition to the application form, please include copies of all relevant documents, passport, and English language qualifications or a completed Study Group English Level test.
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Widener University Attention: International Study Center One University Place Chester, PA 19013, USA
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About these Programs The International First Year and Pre-Masters program at the Widener University International Study Center are run by Study Group, a global leader in providing academic pathways that create superior career outcomes for students. Information given in this brochure is accurate at the time of going to press. The university cannot guarantee, however, that all courses will be available in exactly the form and detail described to students entering the university. It may prove necessary to vary the content or availability of some courses before or after students have been admitted. Other information may also be subject to change. For updated information visit: www.widener.edu/isc
Entry Requirements and Progression Grades Students can find detailed entry requirements in the Admission section at: www.widener.edu/isc Students can find required grades for progression to the university in the Your degree section at: www.widener.edu/isc Agents can find this information on the Widener ISC page at: www.studygroup.com/partners
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