International Study Center

Pathway programs at Maines flagship top-ranked public university isc.maine.edu

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International Study Center

The International First Year and Pre-Masters Program
The International First Year
The International Study Center (ISC) delivers an International First Year (IFY) that combines English, academic and study skills courses to provide academic credits (27-31) for the first year of undergraduate coursework. Upon successful completion, students advance to the second year of their degree in the Business or Engineering majors listed opposite. IFY pathway duration and course of study
intakeS Spring
January

Pathways
Business Pathway Accounting Finance Management Marketing Public Management Engineering Pathway Bioengineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Construction Management Technology Electrical Engineering Engineering Physics Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Technology Pulp and Paper Technology Survey Engineering Technology

Ye a r 1
Fall
August

Ye a r 2

Summer
May

Minimum Entry Requirements

INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTER

2-Semester PROGRAM

LEADING TO YEAR 2 OF A BACHELORS DEGREE

TOEFL iBT 70, 6.0 IELTS (no minimum bands), or 6.0 Password Test GPA 2.75 and above TOEFL iBT 60, 5.5 IELTS (minimum 5.5, all bands), or 5.5 Password Test GPA 2.75 and above TOEFL iBT 45, 4.5 IELTS (minimum 4.5, all bands), or 4.5 Password Test GPA 2.75 and above

1
8 months

2 2
12 months

3-Semester PROGRAM

1
EAP

3 3 4

3-Semester PROGRAM

1
4 months

2
12 months

Qualified applicants with a higher level of English (minimum TOEFL iBT 79 or 6.5 IELTS) can select from all undergraduate degree areas for direct first-year entry consideration. View available degree programs at go.umaine.edu/academics/majors-and-programs.

The Pre-Masters Program

The Pre-Masters Program (PMP) is for students who have met the academic requirements of the University of Maine, but who need additional English language and academic support to prepare for graduate studies. This one- or two-semester program combines English for academic purposes, study skills for graduate level coursework and orientation into the U.S. university system. Pre-Masters Program course of study
intakeS Spring
January

PMP Program Options

A graduate preparation program for entry into the following degree areas: Business Administration, MBA Civil Engineering, MS Computer Engineering, MS Electrical Engineering, MS Mechanical Engineering, MS Engineering Physics, MS Elementary Education, MEd French, MA Global Policy, MA Human Development, MS Food Science and Human Nutrition, MS Secondary Education, MEd Social Work, MSW Wildlife Conservation, MWC

Ye a r 1
Fall
August

Ye a r 2

Summer
May

Minimum Entry Requirements

INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTER

1-Semester PROGRAM

ENTRY TO MASTERS DEGREE

The Pre-Masters Program at the International Study Center leads to entry to the graduate degrees listed opposite.

TOEFL iBT 70, 6.0 IELTS (no minimum bands), or 6.0 Password Test GPA 3.0 and above TOEFL iBT 60, 5.5 IELTS (minimum 5.5, all bands), or 5.5 Password Test GPA 3.0 and above

1
4 months

2-Semester PROGRAM

1
8 months

Qualified applicants with a higher level of English (minimum TOEFL iBT 79 or 6.5 IELTS) can review additional graduate degree areas for direct entry consideration at www.umaine.edu/graduate. Direct applicants may be deferred to a later intake depending on time of application, departmental review times and cohort capacity.
These diagrams serve as a guide only. Duration of the IFY and PMP program is determined by the results of the English language placement exam taken upon arrival at the University.

English for Academic Purpose

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Applying to the International Study Center is easy

How To Apply: Online: Download and complete an application form at isc.maine.edu Locally: Submit your completed application form and supplemental documents to your local educational representative. By Mail: Submit a complete Study Group application and supplementary materials to iscmaine@studygroup.com or to the Raleigh headquarters at: 434 Fayetteville Street, Suite 2250, Raleigh, NC 27601 USA

Please include with your application copies of relevant documents, passport and English language qualifications. 201314 Semester Dates
SEMESTER IFY APPLICATION DEADLINE Monday, July 15th PMP APPLICATION DEADLINE Monday, July 15th PROGRAM START DATE
(move-in)

END OF SEMESTER
(end of final examinations)

VACATIONS Labor Day: September 2nd Fall Break: October 14th October 15th Thanksgiving: November 27th December 1st Martin Luther King Day: January 20th Spring Break: March 3rd March 14th Maine Day: April 30th Memorial Day: May 26th Independence Day: July 4th

Fall 2013

Tuesday, August 27th

Friday, December 20th

SPRING 2014

Friday, November 15th

Friday, November 1rd

Tuesday, January 7th

Friday, May 9th

SUMMER 2014

Monday, March 31st

Monday, March 31st

Sunday, May 11th

Wednesday, August 20th

Students are required to complete the IFY or PMP program consecutively without semester breaks. Summer 2014 semester dates are tentative and subject to change.

Estimated 201314 Tuition And Fees

INTERNATIONAL FIRST YEAR TUITION UNIVERSITY FEES ON CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION AND RESIDENT MEAL PLAN* PRE-MASTERS PROGRAM PRE-MASTERS PROGRAM (PMP) TUITION UNIVERSITY FEES ON CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION AND RESIDENT MEAL PLAN* MISCELLANEOUS FEES STUDY CARE INSURANCE

2 SEMESTERS $25,740

3 SEMESTERS $33,300 $1,115 per semester $4,706 per semester

(EAP+ 3-SEMESTER)

4 SEMESTERS $39,285

English for Academic Purpose

1 SEMESTER $8,085

2 SEMESTERS $14,070 $1,110 per semester $4,706 per semester

Additional tuition fees (payable directly to University of Maine) are charged for any pre-requisite courses that must be incorporated into the Pre-Masters Program. * On-campus housing for fall is limited and cannot be guaranteed past May 15th for undergraduate applicants or July 1st for graduate applicants. After these dates, requests are accommodated depending upon availability.

1 SEMESTER $581

2 SEMESTERS $962

3 SEMESTERS $962

(EAP + 3 SEMESTERS)

4 SEMESTERS $1,543

AIRPORT TRANSFER (OPTIONAL)

Students are automatically enrolled in the StudyCare plan unless proof of alternative insurance is shown prior to arrival. One semester pricing applies to PMP students only. All fees are mandatory except where indicated. Fees are estimated and subject to change.

$50 one way, from Bangor International Airport (BGR) (initial arrival only)
Tuition and fees may vary based on program and registration status. All information was accurate at the time of printing and may be subject to change. Visit isc.maine.edu or e-mail iscmaine@studygroup.com for the most up to date information.

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Programs at University of Maine International Study Center are run by Study Group, a global leader in providing academic pathways that create superior career outcomes for students.
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