International ProgramsShoreline Community CollegeSeattle, Washington USA

www.shoreline.edu/international

SEATTLE: A Great Place To Live and Study!

Located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States

Population: 602,000 (City of Seattle); 3,554,760 (greater Seattle region)

Major industries: software (Microsoft, Adobe), biotechnology (Amgen), aerospace (Boeing), coffee (Starbucks, Tullys), and medicine (University of Washington, Harborview Medical Center, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center)

Close to neighboring Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada

Rich in cultural and outdoor activities

Our Campus

Founded in 1964

Beautiful 34 hectare campus with 26 buildings

Total student population: 10,000

International students: nearly 600 from 35 different countries

Library with 70,000 books

Fitness and Athletic Center

New (winter 2008) Student Union Building

Located in a safe and quiet suburban family neighborhood

15 minutes to downtown by car

Academic Calendar: Quarter System

10 Weeks– Fall, Winter, Spring

8 Weeks– Summer

Apply any quarter

ACADEMIC QUARTER START DATES

SPRING 2010 MARCH 29

SUMMER 2010 JUNE 21

FALL 2010 SEPTEMBER 22

WINTER 2011 JANUARY 3

International Programs: A Multi-Service Office

International Programs offers:

University transfer assistance

Academic planning and advising

Course selection and registration

Peer mentoring

Social, academic and cultural orientation

Immigration advising and assistance

Social activities

Outbound/study abroad opportunities

International Programs – We’re Here For You!

The Faces Of International Programs Executive Director (Thalia Saplad)

Assistant Director of Admissions & Immigration (Samira Pardanani)

Assistant Director of Student Services (Mari Kosin)

Assistant Director of International Education (Pollie McCloskey)

Assistant Director of Marketing & Outreach (Sean Duke)

3 full-time faculty advisors (Lisa Hirayama, Cynthia Okawara, Erin Walker)

Program Coordinator (Harumi Kendall)

Glorio Yulianto Indonesia

Glorio is what my friends call me. I was born in a beautiful and lovely country, Indonesia, and came to America in fall 2008. I like to make new friends and make jokes with them. I'm majoring in chemical engineering, yet also interested in politics, and I love to play badminton. For those of you who don't know me yet, I will be very happy to welcome, and furthermore to know and meet you at Shoreline Community College. I'm sure that we can become very good friends. Looking forward to meeting you my "friends."

Crystal FongHong Kong  Hi everyone! My name is Crystal. I am from Hong Kong. I am now majoring in business here at Shoreline. Shoreline is a nice place where you can enjoy a nice studying environment and also meet friends from different countries. I like America since I had been to Kansas as an exchange student in 2007. My hobbies are singing, swimming and playing badminton. I love travelling and seeing new things around the world. I hope you will have fun in Seattle.

Kenneth Ho Singapore

Since coming here, I have grown to become more independent and mature. Shoreline has given me the opportunity to interact with people from all walks of life and helped open my eyes to see the world in a different way. Currently, I’m majoring in Industrial Engineering and plan to transfer to a four year university. SCC has provided me with a healthy environment where I can focus on my goals and stay on track towards a successful career. I hope that you will enjoy your experience at SCC!

International Peer Mentors

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION PROGRAM

During the five days of ISOP, new international students will:

meet the College President and entire International Programs (IP) staff

take Math and English placement tests

receive academic advising and register for classes

attend seminars to help them adjust to living and studying in the USA

participate in fun social activities and make new friends

take a tour of Seattle

MANDATORY ORIENTATION START DATES

SPRING 2010 MARCH 22

SUMMER 2010 JUNE 14

FALL 2010 SEPTEMBER 14

WINTER 2011 DECEMBER 27

Fewer Students

Smaller numbers of international students allow for more personalized attention.

2009-10 Shoreline International Students: approximately 600

2009-10 University of Washington International Students: approximately 3000

Smaller Classes

Shoreline’s average class size is 35 students

Preparing for Life after Shoreline

We watch out for our students – providing more attention, direction, and oversight

We teach students how to navigate the “system”

ESL Classes Are Available

We have an 8-level ESL program from beginner to advanced

Our highest 3 levels provide a “bridge” between ESL and academic studies

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Shoreline’s ESL Program

DEVELOPMENTAL ESL (Level 1-5) ACADEMIC ESL (Level 6-8)

(academic “bridge”)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8

ESLAF 10 ESLAF 20 ESLAF 30 ESLAF 40 ESLAF 50 ESL 60 ESL 99 ESL 100

ESLAF 15 ESLAF 25 ESLAF 35 ESLAF 45 (10 credits) (10 credits) (10 credits) (5 credits)

(15 credits) (15 credits) (15 credits) (15 credits)

ESL Technology Center

1, 2, or 3 credits

(minimum 1 cr. Required of all level 1-5 students)

Placement in the ESL Program is determined by the student’s score on Shoreline’s comprehensive diagnostic ESL test.

ESL 95 (Advanced Listening Speaking)

(5 credits)

(Required for some level 5-8 students)

TOEFL Is Not An Obstacle At Shoreline!

At Shoreline, there is no TOEFL requirement.

Limited language ability will not impact admission – we can accommodate students at any level of English.

These scores will exempt students from ESL:

TOEFL IELTS 71 (iBT)5.5527 (PBT)197 (CBT)

Lower Tuition

On average the tuition and fees* at a community college is:

50% less than public universities70% less than private universities

Students can complete the first two years of a four-year degree at a community college at a substantial cost savings.

*source: www.collegeboard.com

Cost of Attendance

ACADEMIC COSTS

Full-Time Tuition 2009-10 $8088 Fees $360 Total: $8448

LIVING COSTS

Room & Board $5355 Health Insurance $621 Other $2250 Total estimated: $8226

TOTAL: $16,674

Many Support Services

Shoreline’s Academic Support Services Include:

Writing and Learning Studio

Math Learning Center

Business/Computer Study Center

Physics/Engineering Learning Center

ESL Technology Center

Biology & Chemistry Tutorial Labs

Academic Tutoring Center

•Multicultural and Diversity Center

•Women’s Center

•Student Leadership Center

•International Peer Mentors

•Career & Personal Counseling

•Career Center

•Employment Services

•Computer Labs

•Athletic Facilities

•Student Union Building

•Parent-Child Center (childcare)

Multiple Pathways

Students do not have to be on an academic,

university transfer track.

4 options are available to international students:

University Transfer High School Completion program (HSC) Professional/Technical certificates & degrees ESL only or other short-term study

University Transfer – It’s SimpleU.S. U.S.

Educational Educational SystemSystem

Depending on math and English placement, your program of study may take longer than f our years.

Popular Areas of Study at SCC

Sciences

Biology Chemistry Computer Science Engineering Environmental Science Food Science & Nutrition Informatics Mathematics Nursing Oceanography Pharmaceutical Science Physics

Arts

Advertising/Marketing Business Communications Drama Economics Graphic Design International Studies Music Philosophy Political Science Psychology Sociology

Recent Transfer Destinations

Ohio StatePenn StatePurdueSan Francisco StateSan Jose StateSeattle UniversityTexas A&M

University of Hawaii University of Illinois University of Michigan University of Maryland University of Nevada University of San Diego University of Southern California University of Washington UC Berkeley UC Davis UC Irvine UCLA UC Santa Barbara

Advisors: The Planning Sheet

High School Completion (HSC)

Students can enroll before finishing high school at home

Allows students to complete high school and college at the same time

WA is the only state in the U.S. to offer this option

High School Completion (HSC)

Receive a high school diploma from Washington state.

Diploma is recognized nationwide.

Begin and complete college-level studies early.

Classes may fulfill 2 requirements at 1 time. Example:

English 101 satisfies High School and College graduation requirements at the same

time.

Same application process as college students:1. High school transcript2. Bank Statement or Financial certification form3. Application form4. $50 application fee

Note: students must have completed the equivalent of 9th grade and must be age 16 or older

Job TrainingJob Training

Credits usually do not transfer to Credits usually do not transfer to

universitiesuniversities

Programs range from 1 quarter Programs range from 1 quarter

certificates to 2 year degreescertificates to 2 year degrees

Popular Professional-Technical Programs

Music Technology

Nursing

Visual Communications Technology (VCT)

Marketing

Early Childhood Education

Medical Laboratory Technology

Business/Accounting

Four Options, One Application

Application FormAcademic TranscriptsFinancial Statement$50 Application FeeNo Application DeadlinesNo TOEFL required

- High School Completion- University Transfer- Professional/Technical Degree or Certificate- ESL only or other short-term study

Liberto (Biochemistry) Surabaya, Indonesia

"At Shoreline, I felt like a community member, like among fellow Indonesian and all international students. Classes were much smaller and it was really easy to speak with my professors and get extra help or discussion. Because of that I think Shoreline was the best place to really learn what we studied."

Jocelyn (Journalism)Hong Kong

"A lot of students from an Asian country may not expect to develop a friendship with their teachers because of the cultural background (we were taught that teachers have a higher status than students and therefore we have to respect them), but then the teachers here actually are willing to learn more about our backgrounds and be friends with us. This is important for the school’s supportive environment and I think the teachers here have done a great job. During my time in Shoreline, I have met teachers that are going to be my life-long friends."

Yasuhiro, current student and Student Government President (Business)Tokyo, Japan

One of the many impressive features of Shoreline is that all employees feel comfortable, equal and encouraged to express their point of view with students they see. Moreover, many employees on campus have a deep understanding of international students. I think that Shoreline Community College has the best environment to gain global perspectives and contribute to the diversity of the United States.

Student Voices

We hope to see you in Seattle!

www.shoreline.edu/international