North Seattle College

Intensive English Program The Intensive English Program's mission at North Seattle College is to provide conversational and academic English language training to students whose native language is not English. The purpose of the program is to prepare English language learners to succeed in an academic environment. PROGRAM OUTCOMES: 1. Read and understand passages critically. 2. Write a well-organized, coherent essay that summarizes, paraphrases, and/or synthesizes reading. 3. Apply critical thinking to research and incorporate appropriate research into writing. 4. Take notes effectively while listening to academic lectures, use lecture notes to create detailed outlines, and discuss detailed lecture. 5. Use speaking skills to respond appropriately to longer, detailed academic questions. 6. Use intercultural awareness and understanding to transition effectively into American culture and the American education system. Program Details: -No TOEFL/IELTS scores are required for admission. Students are placed into the appropriate level based on scores on North’s placement test. See IP placement testing for more information. -The IEP has 6 levels, introducing English at level 1 to advanced academic English at level 6. You will study all aspects of the English language: grammar, writing, reading, vocabulary, speaking, and listening. -IEP class sizes are very small, so you have individual attention. They range from 10 to 18 students per class.

University Transfer

ㆍSmaller classes – usually less than 30 students; universities can have 300 or more students in a class

ㆍPersonalized attention – teachers and staff have more time to assist you with your needs and questions

ㆍSimple admission-download an application form here. Acceptance materials sent free of charge by express mail (select countries)

ㆍNo TOEFL or IELTS required – an English placement assessment test is given upon arrival and Intensive English courses are provided if needed. International Transfer Admission Guarantee NSCC offers Transfer Admission Guarantee, at the time of admission, from our partner institutions. When you are accepted to NSCC. you will receive both an admission letter from NSCC and a Transfer Admission Guarantee from the university you have selected. Please indicate on your application form from which university you would like to receive conditional acceptance. The IP staff will send you acceptance material from NSCC and the university of your choice.

ㆍArizona State University

ㆍCalifornia State University, Northridge

ㆍCalifornia State University, San Marcos

ㆍEastern Washington University

ㆍIndiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

ㆍMontana State University

ㆍSan Francisco State University

ㆍSeattle Pacific University

ㆍState University of NY, Oneonta

ㆍUniversity of Washington/Tacoma

ㆍUniversity of Massachusetts, Dartmouth

ㆍUniversity of Washington, Bothell

ㆍUniversity of Washington, Tacoma

ㆍUniversity of Nevada, Las Vegas

ㆍWashington State University

ㆍWestern Washington University Transfer Admission Pathways offer clear and specific guidelines about what students will need to obtain / submit in order to have the most competitive transfer admission application. These schools do NOT guarantee admission.

ㆍUniversity of California, Davis

ㆍUniversity of California, Irvine

ㆍUniversity of California, Santa Barabra Strong Transfer Record Our international students were admitted to many top 4-year universities including:

ㆍPurdue University

ㆍCornell University

ㆍUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champlain

ㆍUniversity of California, Berkeley

ㆍUniversity of California, Los Angeles

ㆍUniversity of Southern California

ㆍUniversity of Wisconsin Madison

High School Program Some U.S. 4-year universities require a high school degree for admission. To get ahead start on your education, earn a Washington State High School Diploma and an Associate Degree at the same time through North Seattle Community College's High School Conversion Program. Students can choose from Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Business. - Application Requirements: • 16 years or older • Completed the equivalent of U.S. 10th grade in the home country • B average (minimum) • Submit original transcripts - High School Degree Requirements: • Complete all course requirements for an Associate of Art or Associate of Science degree or Associate of Business, including: History - HIST&146 or Political Science POLS&202 History - HIST&214 • Meet with an Academic Advisor each quarter • Complete a High School and Beyond Plan which includes: One page paper on career goals Resume and Cover Letter • Research paper from English 102 or History 214 • Earn minumim SAT test scores MATH: 470 READING: 350 WRITING: 380 - Underage Information In the United States, students under the age of 18 are considered to be minors. For the protection of the minor, NSCC requires that these students and their parents understand and follow these rules: • Students who do not have a local guardian in the Seattle area must live in a homestay until they turn 18 years old. Please go to http://isp.northseattle.edu/homestay.html for more information on homestays. • If the student has a local guardian in the Seattle area, then they must submit a guardianship form, which includes contact information for the guardian, to the International Programs office when they arrive in Seattle. • Students will not be permitted to register for classes until they show proof of a homestay or local guardian. • Students must immediately update the International Programs office if their living situation or arrangements change. • If the student fails to follow these requirements, then they will face serious consequences. This may include, but is not limited to, not being allowed to register for classes and their immigration status may be negatively affected.