SUU Facts for International Students by Southern Utah University

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SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY FACTS

11,000+ Total Students

SAFE College Campus

500+ Students Study Abroad

750+ International Students

60+ Countries Represented

97%

Job Placement Rate with OPT and CPT available

160 University Clubs

150 Programs of Study

TOP PROGRAMS

accounting, biology, business, chemistry, communication, computer science, engineering, music, theatre, pre-med, psychology

UNIVERSITY OF THE PARKS

Utah has 5 national parks and 44 state parks filled with beautiful red desert and rich forest lands that offer countless activities.

General Classroom Building

Skaggs Center for Health & Molecular Sciences

South Hall Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center Carter Carillon Bell Tower Old Main Auditorium Hunter Conference Center Education Building Bennion Building Geoscience Building Electronic Learning Center Music Center

ACADEMIC QUALITY

A degree from SUU prepares you for the future in distinctive ways. SUU is at the forefront of academic research and scholarship with a commitment to a personalized student experience leading to personal growth, civic responsibility, and professional excellence. SUU guarantees all students will graduate with both a diploma and field experience through internships, research, or study abroad.

Narrow learning is no longer good enough for the complexities you will face when you leave campus. The best career preparation is one that will position you with a set of portable, transferable intellectual and practical skills that can be applied in a variety of contexts. SUU’s philosophical approach to education is all about career preparation.

88% acceptance rate to medical schools

80% acceptance rate to dental schools

AMONG 10% of the top business schools worldwide

innovative application of high impact educational practices at Southern Utah University 100% acceptance rate to pharmaceutical schools

computer science and engineering programs

PROGRAMS OF STUDY

BACHELOR DEGREES (3 OR 4 YEARS)

Accounting*

Agricultural Science and

Industry

Anthropology

Art

Art Education

Art History

Biology

Business Education

Chemistry

Communication*

Computer Science

Construction Management

Criminal Justice

Dance

Economics

Elementary Education

Engineering

Engineering Technology

English

Exercise Science

Family Life &

Human Development

Finance

French

General Studies*

Geology

Graphic Design

History

Hotel, Resort &

Hospitality Management

Human Nutrition

Information Systems

Interdisciplinary Studies*

*Programs offered in person and online

Management*

Marketing Mathematics

Mechanical Engineering

Music

Music Education

Nursing

Outdoor Recreation in Parks

& Tourism

Philosophy

Physical Education

Teaching / Coaching

Physical Science Education

Political Science

Psychology

Social Science Education

Sociology

Spanish

Studio Arts

Theatre

Theatre Arts Education

MASTER DEGREES

Master of Accountancy*

Master of Arts in Professional

Communication*

Master of Athletic Training

Master of Business Administration*

Master of Education*

Master of Fine Arts in

Arts Administration

Master of Interdisciplinary Studies*

Master of Public Administration*

Master of Science in

Business Analytics

ADMISSION & SCHOLARSHIPS

INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Complete International application –ww w.suu.edu/applyinternational

2. Pay $60 USD application fee

3. Provide proof of English proficiency via TOEFL: 71, IELTS: 6.0, or iTEP Academic: 4.2. Students may also choose to complete our Intensive English Program*

4. Submit transcripts from each school attended demonstrating a 2.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 U.S. scale

5. Submit a copy of the photo page of passport

6. Submit proof of finances

*Visit www.suu.edu/international for a comprehensive list of admission requirements as well as graduate student admission requirements and cost.

SCHOLARSHIPS

UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS

Founders’ Scholarship

Dean’s Scholarship Centurian

$8,500/year

$6,000/year

$3,000/year

GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS

Founders’ Scholarship

Dean’s Scholarship

$8,500/year $6,000/year

Undergraduate scholarships are 4-year awards and graduate scholarships are 2-year awards. They are available to new and transfer students.

HOUSING

One very important aspect of your first year is finding housing. If you are a first-time student, single, and between the ages of 18-20, then you are highly encouraged to live in University Housing or HomeStay. Various housing options within the community are available for students who are married or over the age of 21 and choose to live off campus. Whatever your situation is, International Affairs will help all new international students secure housing.

UNIVERSITY HOUSING

University Housing promotes a social atmosphere so it is easy to connect with other students. Making great friends is easy with 17 common recreational, leisure and study spaces, along with numerous events and activities. University Housing also provides Resident Assistants who help promote a safe and secure environment, while serving as a resource to help you successfully achieve your academic goals. For more information about University Housing including photos and floor plans please visit suu.edu/housing.

OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING

If you are married, over the age of 21, or University Housing has reached capacity, you will need to secure housing off campus. For more information about these off-campus housing options, please email internationalaid@suu.edu.

HOMESTAY

Our HomeStay Program gives you the opportunity to live with a local Cedar City family, share their home, meals, and daily lifestyle, and improve your everyday language skills. All HomeStay families are certified safe. For more information about HomeStay please visit suu.edu/internationalaffairs/visit/homestay.

AMERICAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE CENTER

INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM WITH

THE AMERICAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE CENTER

Our Intensive English Program offers a dynamic learning community to English language learners by helping them achieve academic English proficiency and prepare to be successful in university classes. We also offer support for continued development of English language skills.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

You must submit an Online application, a $60 USD application fee, high school transcripts, a copy of your passport, and a financial statement. A language test score report is optional; however, if you wish to be placed before arrival must submit official test scores as described below.

PLACEMENT

You need to submit an official TOEFL, IELTS, OR iTEP score report to be placed in advance. Without official score reports you will be required to take a placement exam upon arrival at SUU. The placement exam is free for first-time students.

CURRICULUM

We offer several levels of classes, ranging from beginner to university-level.

SCHEDULE

The ALCC offers 6 academic terms per year. Each term is 6 weeks long.

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COLLEGE LIFE

SUU CAMPUS FACTSCEDAR CITY FACTS HOUSING FACTS

STUDENT PROFILES

“I love SUU because I can pursue my passion for video making. Where I am from it is hard to find so many international people in the same place, but SUU gave me the opportunity to get in touch with different cultures. Thanks to SUU I know more about the rest of the world.”

Guglielmo Lucchesi Italy

“I have found SUU to be a place where I can develop lifelong friendships. I can be friends with my professors. I can make connections with my classmates. With all of the diversity of students and faculty on campus, I get to experience a sense of humanity at SUU.”

Junestevie Nkaya Matala Republic of the Congo

“My favorite thing about SUU is the abundance of clubs and organizations on campus. They allow me to get involved and grow as a person. Over the years, I have met many students and faculty that have taken the time to help me in all types of situations.”

Ahmad Alyamani Saudi Arabia

“I have relished every second at SUU. It is such a fantastic opportunity to meet people from various backgrounds. There are so many fun activities and incredible views that lighten your pressure and help you learn. I’m so glad I made the decision to come to SUU.”

Rui Zheng China

SUU International Affairs Office

351 W University Blvd ST 169 Cedar City, UT 84720 USA (435)586-1995

www.suu.edu/internationalaffairs international@suu.edu

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