U Asia Campus Admit Packet - Fall 2022

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W E LC O M E TO T H E U N I V E R S I T Y O F U TA H

YOU’VE BEEN ADMITTED. NOW WHAT?

ONCE ALL OF THE BOXES ARE CHECKED… YOU’RE SET! JUST FOLLOW THESE STEPS.

Submit Your Final Transcripts

Start Classes Fall classes begin Monday, August 29, 2022.

Create a Campus Information Services (CIS) account

Admitted students must submit final high school and/or college transcripts as soon as they are available, if they were not submitted at the time of application. Please check your status on Application Tracker and submit all documents marked "initiated" on the list.

Pay the $1000 Enrollment Deposit To save your spot at the U, pay the non-refundable $1000 enrollment deposit. Check out the Enrollment Deposit Instruction for more information.

Log on to Your University email account (UMail) Using the university ID (uNID) and default password, which is your birthday in MMDDYY format, log on to your UMail account at cis.utah.edu. You can create an alias or forward your email, but please note—all official university communication will be sent to your UMail account.

What is uNID? uNID is your University Network ID (u0000000) which can be found in you official admission letter.

Please make sure to be familiar with your uNID and keep it confidential as you will use this number to access private information, university records, and university services.

Using your new university ID, log on to cis.utah.edu. Here is where you will register for classes, access library resources, view grades, check your academic records, find your tuition invoice and more.

Submit a Housing Application If you plan on living on-campus, you will need to apply for the On-Campus Housing. More information will be shared with you shortly but in the meantime, if you have any questions about the housing, please contact Lauren Poindexter, our Residence Life Coordinator, at lauren.poindexter@utah.edu To learn more about living on campus, visit asiacampus.utah.edu/students/residentlife.php.

Transfer and Special Credit: College transcripts are automatically reviewed for transfer credit. Transfer credit is awarded for courses that are similar to courses that are offered at the University of Utah. If you have taken Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) tests and have sent the scores electronically to the Office of Admissions, the credit will be added to your record.

Attend New Student Orientation New Student Orientation will be held from Monday, August 22 to Thursday, August 25 and the attendance is mandatory.

For questions regarding orientation please email uacorientation@utah.edu or visit asiacampus.utah.edu/admissions/orientation.php.

Pay Tuition and Fees Fall semester tuition is due Friday, September 16, 2022.

Tuition invoice can be accessed using your CIS account.

More information regarding tuition and fee payment will be provided at a later date.

Welcome Admitted Students!

New Student Orientation Orientation will be held from Monday, August 22 to Thursday,

Your First-Year Experience As a student starting your first term at the University of Utah Asia Campus, you will complete your general education requirements while also exploring your major courses with a set schedule

August 25 and is mandatory for all enrolled students. Check asiacampus.utah.edu/admissions/orientation.php for updates.

Orientation will cover various topics including cultural differences regarding expectations of residential living for students, parents, and the university. At the U, students take on the responsibility of making good choices for themselves and for their community. Parents support the students on their journey of becoming independent professionals. The university supports the learning engagement toward that goal. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your journey of gaining an American education on the right foot.

If you have questions on transfer credits or the first year experience, contact our Academic Advisors at UACadvising@utah.edu

FIRST-YEAR SAMPLE SCHEDULE This is a sample schedule and some courses may be subjected to change.

1 YEAR SLC CAMPUS

3 YEARS U ASIA CAMPUS

All students are required to spend at least 2 semesters at the SLC Campus and the required semesters vary depending on the program.

Please check with your Academic Advisor and International Services Coordinator for more information.

SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER 1 Credits

WHERE WILL YOU STUDY EACH YEAR? ALL UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES

All undergraduate students begin as pre-majors. Students will apply for their desired major after their first year once the appropriate prerequisites have been completed.

Courses

Credits

Courses

Major Introductory Courses (Select one for major) COMM: Media & Society (COMM 1500)

2-4

Find out more at asiacampus.utah.edu/undergraduate-degree-programs/index.php

PSYC: Introduction to Psychology (PSCY1010)

3

URB: Design Ecology(CMP2010)

Foundational Courses for Major (1000 or 2000 level Foundational courses)

ANNUAL ESTIMATED COST OF ATTENDANCE FOR ASIA CAMPUS 2022-2023 (UNDERGRADUATE IS BASED ON AT LEAST 12 HOURS PER SEMESTER FOR FALL AND SPRING) Paid to the University of Utah Asia Campus

ASIA CAMPUS TUITION & FEES

$20,000 $10,000 per semester and $20,000 per year

Asia Campus and main campus tuition costs differ.

3

Your college education is one of the best investments you’ll ever make — but it doesn’t have to be the biggest. A degree at the U is a phenomenal value. Your educational investment at the University of Utah will prepare you to make a global impact throughout your life.

All costs are subject to change without notice and are expected to increase annually. Estimated costs of housing may vary based on the type of room a student selects.

For more details about New Student Orientation visit our website at asiacampus.utah.edu

Introduction to Academic Writing (EAS1040) Introduction to Academic Writing (WRTG1010)

1

Path for a Successful Start at U (UGS1010)

3

Global Citizenship (UGS2230)

Immigration documentation for the year on main campus follows main campus tuition costs.

UAC tuition schedule is based on full-time enrollment (12 – 17 credit hours in both Fall and Spring semesters). Students who elect to enroll in more than 17 credit hours during the fall or spring semester will be charged an additional $700 per credit hour above 17 credit hours without exception.

Writing Class (Select one)

General Education & Elective Courses (Select one or two)

3-6

13 - 15

Writing Class (Select one) 3

General Education & Elective Courses (Select one or two)

6-9

Fine Arts (FF) / Humanities (HF) Social/Behavioral Science (BF) / Physical/Life Science (SF) Elective Courses

TOTAL CREDITS FOR SEMESTER 1

Introduction to Academic Writing (WRTG1010) Intermediate Writing: Academic Writing and Research (WRTG2010)

12 - 15

American Institution (AI) Quantitative Reasoning (QA) Fine Arts (FF) Humanities (HF) Social/Behavioral Science (BF) Physical/Life Science (SF) Elective Courses

TOTAL CREDITS FOR SEMESTER 2

General Education Courses: FF: Non-major Basic Drawing (Art1020), Introduction to Music (MUSC1010), World Music (MUSC3600) HF: Principle Public Speaking (COMM1020), Media & Society (COMM1500), Intro to Film (FILM1110) BF: Intro to Psychology (PSY1010), Love and Relationships (PSY1080), Intro Comparative Politics (POLS2200) SF: Biology in 21st Century (BIOL1010), Human Biology (BIOL1030), Chem, Humanity, Environment (CHEM1010) AI: American Civilization (HIST), US National Government (POLS) QA: Introduction to Quantitative Reasoning (MATH1030), College Algebra (MATH1050), Engineering Calculus (MATH1310)

Housing Facts & Figures Undergraduates at the University of Utah Asia Campus are recommended to live on campus for the entirety of their program.

Exceptions may be made for special circumstances. Students are housed in fully furnished residence hall buildings that have lounges, a laundromat, exercise facilities, and a cafeteria. The University of Utah provides a safe, comfortable, and healthy living environment that is shared with students from other universities on the Incheon Global Campus.

How to apply:

1 Complete the Fall 2022 Housing application - To be Announced 2 Submit a Tuberculosis test (TB Test) result.

3 Pay the housing fee to the University of Utah on your tuition invoice. DO NOT pay the IGC Housing directly.

SPRING 2021 HOUSING AT THE ASIA CAMPUS Move in Date: Housing Period:

For more information about our facilities, please visit http://www.igc.or.kr/en/institute/institute01.do

Dining Services

Student Services

A large cafeteria is located at B1 of the Student Dormitory, which is conveniently placed in the center of campus. It offers an innovative and affordably priced menu. It is open to the public and serves a broad selection of foods that appeal to every taste in a fun environment.

Students will need to purchase a meal coupon from the vending machine in the cafeteria. Meals cost 4,500 - 5,000 KRW.

The Student Hall is shared by all host universities and it houses a wide array of convenient facilities such as student club offices, seminar rooms, and student council rooms that students can use for multiple purposes. Sport centers, language centers, and the Multi-purpose Culture Center are available.

Weekday Hours of Operation Breakfast 08:00-09:00 Lunch 11:30-13:00 Dinner 18:00 - 19:30 The cafeteria is open on Saturday from 10:30 - 13:30 for brunch, and is closed on Sunday.

Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create their own clubs, groups, and programs based on interest and participation.

TO BE ANNOUNCED TO BE ANNOUNCED TWIN ROOM

Housing Fee will be included in your first tuition invoice. Students should not pay IGC Housing directly and you will be responsible for requesting a refund from IGC if you do.

The cost will be converted to USD and reflect currency rates closer to the start of the Fall semester.

For more information, please contact Lauren Poindexter, our Residence Life Coordinator at lauren.poinexter@utah.edu.

The college experience is changing...and you’re going to love it.

Obtaining a Student Visa FOR NON-KOREAN CITIZENS: A student visa (D-2) is a prerequisite before departure for South Korea and may be obtained from the Embassy of the Republic of Korea located in your country. The following are the documents required for submission to the Korean Consulate near you:

Please submit the following to Jung A Seo, our Visa Specialist at junga.seo@utah.edu as soon possible to begin your visa processing:

Certificate of Admission issued by the University of Utah

1. Passport Scan file

Official Transcript and Graduation Certificate of the last school you

2. Name of the school from which you last graduated

attended Letter of personal reference of financial affidavit Bank statement in case tuition fee is paid by the student

For more information about the visa, please visit https://asiacampus.utah.edu/admissions/international-students/visa-information.php

Transitioning to Salt Lake City Immigration If you are not a U.S. citizen, studying at the Salt Lake City campus will require a student visa. It is important to plan ahead to ensure that your transition to the United States goes as smoothly as possible. Our expert university staff will be there to assist you with the process.

To initiate your immigration process, the University of Utah will issue you an I-20, which is a form certifying that you are eligible to be a student at our U.S. campus. In order to issue your I-20, we will require some information from you: • A financial statement showing a minimum of $47,446 available in liquid assets • A signed statement from any sponsor (parents, family members, or others) declaring that person’s intent to provide financial support for you • A copy of the first page of your current passport or national ID card After your I-20 is issued, you will apply for your visa through the U.S. Embassy, have an interview with a consular officer, and be able to enter the United States up to 30 days before you start studying in Salt Lake City.

RANKINGS The University of Utah has been providing renowned education for more than 165 years. The U has been ranked among the 100 best universities in the world consistently for the last 10 years. Recognized as a Tier 1 Research Institution by the Carnegie Foundation, the U is one of America’s leading research universities.

The University of Utah is top in the U.S. for creating start-up companies from university research, according to a ranking by the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM).

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently ranked the University of Utah fourth in the nation for green power purchases.

Top 100 Universities in: Mathematics Clinical Medicine and Pharmacy Computer Science Economics/Business Psychology Social Work

Center for World University Rankings 2018 #83 Worldwide #48 in the USA

Best Value in Higher Education #11 in the USA Wall Street Journal / Times Higher Education 2018

Top 100 Innovative Universities #30 Worldwide

International Student and Scholar Services

THE U RECEIVED OVER

$356 Million

The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) office serves as the primary campus contact for students and scholars from across the world on the U’s main campus. When you arrive on the Salt Lake City campus, ISSS provides support, resources, and a welcoming place for international students to meet friends at the U. At ISSS, you can find help with everything from tutoring to immigration and visa questions. We encourage everyone on campus to share their cultures, traditions, and perspectives with each other to build intercultural understanding and global learning across campus and beyond.

IN RESEARCH FUNDING IN 2018

Reuters, Top University Rankings 2018

Top Countries of Origin for U Students Outside the U.S. China, South Korea, India, Saudi Arabia, Iran

3+1: STUDYING IN ASIA AND THE U.S.

MORE THAN

2,600 Full-time Faculty AND

1 Nobel Prize Winner

As an undergraduate student admitted to the Asia Campus you will spend three years studying at the Asia Campus and one year studying at the U.S. campus in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Your advisors at the Asia Campus will help you make the transition to the main campus.

OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS KOREA Phone: +82-32-626-6130 Email: asiacampus@utah.edu Website: asiacampus.utah.edu

USA Phone: +1 801 581 8761, option 3 Email: iao@utah.edu Website: admissions.utah.edu

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