1. Applying to Mason’s B RIDGE & A CCESS Programs: Information for ELI Students Karyn Mallett & Julie Kim

2. Center for International Student Access (CISA) A CCESS One-year full-time provisional undergraduate admissions program for international students who need a moderate amount of English language support to ensure academic success at Mason B RIDGE -EET One-year full-time provisional graduate admissions program for students who need a moderate amount of English language support to strengthen their credentials and prepare students for the intense level of academic English required for graduate study at Mason 2

3. Receive provisional admission to Mason as a freshman (first-year student) Earn 24-27 academic credits towards undergraduate degree Take classes taught by both Mason academic faculty and ELI faculty Receive added academic English language support Participate in social, cultural, and academic events sponsored by CISA Benefits of A CCESS Program 3

4. ELI  Access  Undergraduate Degree 4

5. A CCESS Video Introduction Click here to view the video! 5

6. Requirements for A CCESS Admission L ANGUAGE P ROFICIENCY TOEFL iBT =68 OR IELTS Academic = 5.0 OR ELI Recommendation = B1 on ELI Proficiency Test + Positive ELI Teacher Evaluations A CADEMIC C REDENTIALS Competitive high school transcript or secondary school leaving certificate Competitive SAT score* (For ACCESS, Mason Admissions may allow this requirement to be met with an overall high school Grade Point Average equivalent to a 3.50 (B+) or higher. This decision is made by Mason Admissions during the review of all application materials.) A PPLICATION D OCUMENTS Complete online application and pay fee. Check the box asking if you are interested in the ACCESS program. Submit two official copies of your academic high school transcripts (in English) to Karyn. Submit a copy of your I- 20, passport ID page, and passport visa page to Karyn. 6

7. ELI Proficiency Test for A CCESS In order to receive an ELI recommendation for A CCESS, you will need to take the ELI Proficiency Test! February 14 th 12:00-1:30pm Location: TBA 7

8. 8 CEFR ELI P ROFICIENCY T EST IELTS O VERALL TOEFL iBT T OTAL SpeakingListeningReadingWriting C2 115-120117-1201208.5120 C1 110-114111-1161107.5110-119 B2+ 100-109106-1101007.0100-109 B2 90-99102-105906.587-99 B1+ 80- 8992-101806.080-86 B1 70-7982-91605.557-79 A2+ 60-6971-81504.540-56 A2 50-5957-70404.030-39 A1+ 30-4930-56303.020-29 A1 11-29 202.012-19 N/A Pre-A1 0-10 01.00-11 A CCESS English Proficiency Level

9. A CCESS Fall 2012 Academic Schedule REQUIRED CLASSESCREDITS ENGH 121: Enhanced English Composition I 3 UNIV 100: Freshman Transition to College I 1 COMM 100: Public Speaking 3 PROV 103: English Language Academic Support for Public Speaking 1 PROV 106: Introduction to Research Methods 3 PROV 104: English Language Academic Support for Research Methods 1 MATH 009: Math Preparation-College Algebra (per placement exam) 0 TOTAL CREDITS12 *Subject to change 9

10. A CCESS Spring 2013 Academic Schedule REQUIRED CLASSESCREDITS ENGH 122: Enhanced English Composition II 3 UNIV 100: Freshman Transition to College II 1 MATH: (Course chosen based on placement exam results) 3-4 PROV 105: Introduction to American Cultures 3 HIST 125: Introduction to World History 3 1 course toward prospective major (with advisor approval) 2-3 TOTAL CREDITS13-16 *Subject to change 10

11. A CCESS Program Achievement Goals 11 English Proficiency Academic Performance Student Development

12. Living Learning Community (LLC)  Exciting on-campus living experience in the A CCESS International Living-Learning Community (LLC) in Hampton Roads  Opportunities for active engagement with American students both inside and outside the classroom  Warm community experience making ACCESS students feel comfortable in their new home at Mason  All A CCESS students attend at least 2 LLC activities/ month 12

13. D IRECT A DMISSION TOEFL=88 or IELTS=6.5 If accepted, start full-time undergraduate study D IRECT A DMISSION + ELI R ECOMMENDATION TOEFL≈88 or IELTS≈6.5 + ELI Recommendation If accepted, start full-time undergraduate study P ROVISIONAL A DMISSION + ELI R ECOMMENDATION TOEFL=68, IELTS=5.0, or ELI Proficiency Test=B1 + ELI Recommendation If accepted, complete one year- A CCESS Program as a freshman After successful completion of A CCESS, status changed to fully- admitted sophomore Applying to GMU Undergraduate For ELI students, 3 undergrad application routes: 13

14. Applying to A CCESS (See Handout) 14  Julie will add Applying to Mason Advising Handout

15. GMU’s BRIDGE-EET Program 15 CISAB RIDGE B RIDGE - DET B RIDGE - EET A CCESS

16. B RIDGE -EET Overview 16  What is the B RIDGE English Enrichment (EET) Track? o Provisional admission to a participating Mason graduate program AND o Two-semester program for students who need moderate amount of English language support to ensure academic success  Applicants to Mason’s graduate programs can either self-elect to be considered for the B RIDGE -EET program in the online application, or will receive an admissions contract from the admitting academic unit indicating this requirement  After completing required B RIDGE courses and reaching English proficiency goal levels, students proceed with full-time graduate study at Mason with no further applications

17. B RIDGE Video Introduction Click here to view the video! 17

18. B RIDGE -EET Admission Requirements  Must meet all of the regular admissions requirements for Mason graduate programs (except for the established English Proficiency scores): o Minimum equivalence of 4-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree o Indications of strong intellectual preparation for graduate study o See Mason’s Graduate Application Database (GRAD) for individual graduate program requirements: http://admissions.gmu.edu/grad/matrix/ http://admissions.gmu.edu/grad/matrix/ 18

19. Applying to B RIDGE -EET 19  Must complete a full application with all materials required by the specific graduate program, including: o Online application and fee o Transcripts, degree certificates o Letters of recommendation o Resume o Test scores (e.g., GRE)  Must achieve specified English proficiency level o In lieu of TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE, prospective CISA applicants from ELI may opt to take ELI Proficiency Test Offered by ELI in late October (more details to come)

20. B RIDGE -EET Proficiency Levels 20 CISA LevelCEFR ELI P ROFICIENCY T EST IELTS O VERALL TOEFL iBT T OTAL SpeakingListeningReadingWriting C2 115-120117-1201208.5120 C1 110-114111-1161107.5110-119 B2+ 100-109106-1101007.0100-109 B RIDGE Gold B2 90-99102-105906.587-99 B RIDGE Green B1+ 80- 8992-101806.080-86 A CCESS B1 70-7982-91605.557-79 A2+ 60-6971-81504.540-56 A2 50-5957-70404.030-39 A1+ 30-4930-56303.020-29 A1 11-29 202.012-19 N/A Pre-A1 0-10 01.00-11

21. Participating Program Proficiency Levels 21 B RIDGE -EET (Green Level)B RIDGE -EET (Gold Level) P ARTICIPATING P ROGRAMS  College of Science College of Visual & Performing Arts School for Conflict Analysis & Resolution Volgenau School of Engineering College of Education & Human Development School of Public Policy CEFR B1+B2 IELTS-Academic6.06.5 TOEFL-iBT8087 PTE-Academic5058

22. 2012-2013 B RIDGE Academic Schedule ACADEMIC YEAR MODEL F ALL T ERM S PRING T ERM Graduate Study Preparation for International Students I [2 credits] Graduate Study Preparation for International Students II [2 credits] Enhanced English Composition [3 credits] One or more of the following English developmental courses may be required based on student mid-year assessment: Modern English Grammar [3 credits] Advanced Reading/Writing Strategies [2 credits] Advanced Graduate Speaking/Listening Strategies [2 credits] International Communication for International Students [3 credits] One required course toward graduate program [3 credits] One or two required courses toward graduate program [3-6 credits] TOTAL = 11 creditsTOTAL = 10-12 credits 22

23. For ELI students, there are two different graduate application routes and language requirements: D IRECT A DMISSION Language Requirements TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE *If accepted, start full-time graduate study P ROVISIONAL A DMISSION Language Requirements TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or ELI Proficiency Test + ELI Recommendation *If accepted, complete one year-BRIDGE Program After successful completion of BRIDGE, status changed to fully-admitted graduate student Graduate Language Requirements 23 *Must also fulfill other requirements (e.g., GRE, online application, university transcript)

24. Steps to Applying to BRIDGE (See Handout) 24 1. B RIDGE Program Info Read through website carefully and thoroughly before continuing to other steps (http://cisa.gmu.edu/programs/bridge/) Find if the graduate program you are interested in participates in the BRIDGE program 2. Graduate Admissions Info Note required documents http://admissions.gmu.edu/grad/applynow/ http://admissions.gmu.edu/grad/matrix/ Print and complete these paper forms (http://admissions.gmu.edu/ApplyNow/forms.asp): Graduate Application Recommendation for Graduate Study (Top section only) Certificate of Financial Responsibility (First page only) 3. Application Advising Go to ELI Front Desk (Northern Neck): Submit 3 forms (from Step 2), any TOEFL or IELTS score reports, and any university transcripts ( w/ English translation) Make appointment to see Karyn or Julie During appointment with Karyn or Julie: Review 3 forms and transcript requirements Receive permission to begin Online Application Receive CISA-ELI Proficiency Test information 4. Online Application Go to http://admissions.gmu.edu/ApplyNow/ Click on "Apply for Graduate Studies" Use your completed paper Graduate Application Form as a guide 5. CISA-ELI Proficiency Test (October 20) Scores can be used instead of TOEFL or IELTS when applying to B RIDGE program Test includes 4 sections : Computer-based A CCUPLACER ESL tests for Listening, Reading, and Writing One-on-one interview Speaking Test Must score at least B1+ or B2 (depending on graduate program) 6. ELI Approval Decision P ASSING T EST S CORES + P OSITIVE ELI T EACHER R ECOMMENDATIONS = ELI A PPROVAL ELI Approval decision will be sent to your MasonLive e-mail approximately 2 weeks after ELI Proficiency Test Files for ELI-approved applicants will be sent to Admissions by the ELI 7. Admissions Notification Check status online: https://app.applyyourself.com/AYApplicantLogin/Applicant ConnectLogin.asp?id=gmu Click on "Check Application Status" Receive Admissions decision approximately 3 weeks after file received Via postal mail to your Permanent Address listed on your application 8. Accepted Students Questions After receiving acceptance in B RIDGE program, questions concerning B RIDGE enrollment, orientation, housing, tuition, schedule & courses can be answered by CISA: E-mail: cisa@gmu.edu Office: Mason Hall, D109 Phone: (703) 993-4711 Steps to Mason Graduate Degree ELI Two Semesters in B RIDGE (Fall 2012 and Spring 2013) Fulfill remaining graduate program requirements

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26. Applying to CISA Programs  For general information about applying to Mason: http://admissions.gmu.edu/applynow  For more information about the A CCESS and B RIDGE Programs: http://cisa.gmu.edu  CISA-ELI Advisors:  Karyn Mallett (kmallet1@gmu.edu)  Julie Kim (jkim99@gmu.edu) 26

27. Questions?  Next steps:  Read the program information (handout, brochure, http://cisa.gmu.edu) http://cisa.gmu.edu  Have your transcripts evaluated by WES or EdPerspectives  Register for the appropriate tests (e.g., SAT, GRE)  Make an appointment to see Julie or Karyn 27