TRANSFER 101 for Int’l Students 1/30/2014 Rina Tsujimoto & Jose Elizalde Academic Advising North 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 evaluation Is necessary when You have college credits at another college or university AND 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 at NSCC 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/universities Complete the College/ University application process Choose your intended major Learn about transfer associate degree requirements

Majors and Universities How 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: WOIS site key = anx570 Conditional acceptance letter Choose your intended major Research 4-year colleges/universities

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. 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 IELTS 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 country Create your educational plan

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SAMPLE EDUCATIONAL PLANS

If you want to apply to… Win’14 Spr’14 Sum’14Register for TOELF/IELTS Fall’14Take TOEFL/IELTS Win’15 UW application deadline (2/15) UW business application deadline (4/5) Spr’15 Sum’15Graduate 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: 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?

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