International Student Brochure

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO COLORADO SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT VIEWBOOK

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ABOUT About UCCS

The University of Colorado is a premier public research university with four campuses. The Colorado Springs campus is the fastest growing campus within the University of Colorado system. Approximately 12,000 students are enrolled at UCCS from 50 states in the U.S. and 43 countries worldwide. UCCS provides students with academically rigorous and life-enriching experiences in a vibrant university community. We advance knowledge, integrate student learning with the spirit of discovery, and broaden access to higher education for the benefit of southern Colorado, the state, nation and world.

EXPERIENCE

Excellent Academic Experience UCCS is recognized for its research and teaching achievements, excellent academic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and exciting research opportunities from undergraduate through Ph.D. level.

US News & World Report: America’s Best Colleges

• #6 among western regional public universities

• Nationally ranked undergraduate business and engineering programs

• Nationally ranked graduate programs in nursing, business and public affairs

ABET accreditation for College of Engineering and Applied Sciences AACSB International Accreditation for all business degree programs (Top 5% business schools in the world) UCCS is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission

TOTAL ENROLLMENT

Popular Areas of Study ›› B iological & Biomedical Sciences ›› Business

›› Engineering ›› Nursing & Health Science ›› Social Sciences

ENVIRONMENT Spectacular Living Environment Spectacular Living Environment

›› Colorado Springs is ranked as #2 best place to live in the United States by U.S. News

Safe ›› U CCS has a very safe campus with professionally-trained police providing public safety services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week ›› Colorado Springs is known for its safe and friendly neighborhoods ›› Colorado Springs is the second largest city by population in the state of Colorado

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U CCS provides a spectacular view of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, including Pikes Peak Colorado springs has a lot of outdoor activities with easy access to hiking, white water rafting, skiing, and more!

Garden of the Gods park was named the #1 park in the U.S. and the #2 park in the world by TripAdvisor 25 U.S. Olympic Athletes studying at UCCS

Sunshine ›› Colorado Springs has a four-season climate with mild temperatures and over 300 sunny days each year

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SUPPORT

International Student Support International Affairs

The International Affairs Office supports international students by assisting them with cultural transitions from the day of arrival and providing information for students to better access campus resources. The office also helps students to better understand academic courses, American classroom practices, and university policies. The International Affairs office works extensively with the Admissions office to provide students with immigration and visa information.

Multicultural Office for Students Access, Inclusiveness, and Community (MOSAIC) The MOSAIC office involves students of all backgrounds and builds an inclusive campus climate. MOSAIC staff members work directly with international student clubs to provide social support and arrange events to help international students succeed socially.

iBuddy Program iBuddy program helps international students to make friends with American students. Through cultural exchanges, fun activities on and off campus, and conversation table programs, International students will improve their English skills both academically and socially!

APPLY

Apply to UCCS English Language Proficiency for Undergraduate Admissions* TOEFL 75 iBT IELTS 6.0 ESL 112 PTE 51

Deadlines for undergraduate admissions:

* English proficiency exemptions and differing proficiency requirements for graduate applicants may apply, please check uccs.edu for more details.

Not meeting our English language proficiency requirements?

The Intensive English Program (IEP) is uniquely designed to meet the needs of students who have not met the university’s minimum English proficiency requirement. Upon the completion of our Intensive English Program, you automatically fulfill the university’s English proficiency requirement and will be eligible for full admission to UCCS. To learn more about our IEP program, please email international@uccs.edu.

UCCS has rolling admission (no set deadline) but please give yourself at least 90 days to apply to UCCS prior to starting classes. Please recognize that only admitted students can apply for scholarships.

Applications are available December 1 - March 1.

Graduate Students ›› Complete online graduate application ›› Review your program of interest requirements ›› Pay application fee ›› Submit English Language Proficiency ›› Submit official transcripts to UCCS electronically or by mail depending on the requirements of your program of interest Deadlines for graduate admissions:

English Language Proficiency Exemptions may apply, please check for more details at uccs.edu/international

Please check the admissions deadlines based on the major you are applying to here: www.uccs.edu/graduateschool/.

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Scholarships

TOEFL, GRE and SAT ACT

4874 0535

Undergraduate ›› Complete online international application ›› Pay application fee ›› Submit the following: »» English Language Proficiency Score »» Official high school transcripts certified and translated to English (final three years) »» Official post-secondary or foreign post-secondary transcripts (transfer students only)

UCCS offers competitive merit-based scholarships for all students.

Please be aware that most UCCS scholarship deadlines are on March 1.

Estimated Annual Costs Undergraduate 30 credits per year Tuition and Fees: $23,700 Fees: $2,000 On-campus Housing Expenses: $12,200 Total Estimated Costs: $37,900 Graduate 18 credits per year Tuition and Fees: $23,440 Fees: $350 On-campus Housing Expenses: $12,200 Total Estimated Costs: $36,000

LEADERSHIP

Leadership and Professional Development International students have extensive internship and practical training opportunities through our partnerships in technology, business/enterprise, health care, and other key growth areas. At UCCS, professional faculty work together to assist international students academically, professionally, and socially.

Approximately 2,000 on-campus employment opportunities are available for UCCS students.

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Scott Oki Former Senior Vice-President for Microsoft ›› Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Information System from UCCS ›› Master of Business Administration degree from UCCS

" When I reflect on the things in my life that made a remarkable difference, graduating from UCCS made a difference.” — Scott Oki

CONTACT Contact

Please contact the office of Admissions for further questions.

Ruby Cheng

Susan Eldridge

International Recruitment Coordinator

Graduate Recruitment Specialist

Direct Phone: (+1) 719-255-7218 Admissions Office Phone: (+1) 719-255-3084 Email: ycheng@uccs.edu

Direct Phone: (719) 255-3996 Graduate School Office Phone: (+1) 719-255-3417 Email: seldrid3@uccs.edu

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