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Achievemore*
2017–2018
*Guaranteed progression to the University of North Texas
ONCAMPUS Texas, located at the University of North Texas (UNT), is specially designed to provide you with skills for success - academically, socially and professionally. As a full time student, you will earn college credit toward your future degree while also gaining a deeper understanding of Texas, the U.S. and its education system.
UNT is a large public, student-centered research university located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. It is committed to advancing educational excellence and preparing students to become thoughtful, engaged citizens of the world. Founded in 1890, UNT offers a traditional, intellectually rigorous college experience to over 37,000 students.
Experience more * @ ONCAMPUS Texas
UNT Highlights 04
Texas 06
UNT Colleges 08
UNT Spirit and traditions 14
Living in the heart of Texas 16
Housing 17
Your route to a university degree 18
Our program 20
Student support 23
Choosing your majors 26
Academic entry requirements 27
Next steps 29
* fi nd out more:
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Download our new
Coursefi nder app
designed to help you
discover your ideal major
ONCAMPUS Texas provides you with the tools needed to successfully start, and succeed, in your chosen degree program.
ONCAMPUS Texas is proud to work in partnership with the University of North Texas to offer high-quality university preparation programs for international students on a university campus.
Optional Practical Training (OPT) Work in the U.S. after graduation
and gain valuable work experience before returning home
University of North Texas
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one of the nation’s
115 top tier research universities
UNT’s alumni network includes more than 350,000 members
one of America’s Top Colleges by Forbes for
6 consecutive years
Graphic Design:Ranked 22 nationallyAnimation Career Review [ACR] 2015
UNT has 100 Bachelor’s degrees
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83 Master’s degrees 37 Doctoral degrees
Outdoor Recreation
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ONCAMPUS Texas at University of North Texas
Denton offers the best of both worlds; a charming small, college town (population 122,000) and access to
the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area (known locally as the Metroplex with a population of 6.5 million).
Denton’s downtown square combines an active art and live music scene with a hometown feel. While having
many shops and restaurants to explore.Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport is the United States’ 4th busiest airport and offers
daily non-stop service to China, Korea, United Arab Emirates, Brazil and other destinations across Asia,
South America and the Middle East. DFW also offers convenient access to all major North American cities.
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The University of North Texas is big in every way, from its size to its impact. Established in 1890 as a teachers college determined to become a leader in educating the young men and women of the state, UNT is dedicated to providing an excellent educational experience to its 37,000 students while fueling the intellectual, economic and cultural vitality of one of the largest, most dynamic regions in the United States. A student-focused public research university, UNT graduated over 8,500 students last year from its colleges and schools.
College of Arts and Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences offers programs in a wide variety of subjects including communication, media, performance, humanities, math, science and social sciences.
College of Business
The College of Business prepares tomorrow’s business leaders in an intellectually stimulating and collegial community through high-quality teaching, research and service.
College of Education
The College of Education prepares professionals and scholars who contribute to the advancement of education, health, and human development.
College of Engineering
The mission of UNT’s College of Engineering is to capitalize on the opportunity for innovation and excellence in teaching, research and service. They strive to have the highest quality teaching and multidisciplinary research programs in North Texas and beyond.
College of Information
The College of Information houses a variety of academic degrees and certifi cate programs in information science, library science, computing and technology systems, learning and cognition, and human performance.
College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism
The mission of the College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism is to educate students for the globalization of the hospitality, retail and tourism industries.
College of Music
The UNT College of Music is one of the fi nest comprehensive music schools in the nation. Music students from around the world come to pursue their passion for music at UNT, cultivating their skills in one of the many outstanding programs.
College of Public Affairs and Community Service
The College of Public Affairs and Community Service strengthens communities through education, scholarship, and engagement.
College of Visual Arts and Design
The College of Visual Arts and Design fosters creative futures for its diverse student population and the region through rigorous arts-based education, arts- and client-based studio practice, scholarship and research.
Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism
The Mayborn School of Journalism has been a major provider of professionals and academics for all forms of media, profi t and non-profi t communication organizations since 1945.
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Learn how the UNT College of Engineering can help you make your own real-world impact:
Exceptional research facilitiesConduct world-changing research and gain valuable hands-on experience with some of the most cutting edge equipment in the nation.
Committed, caring facultyHighly esteemed in their fi elds, UNT’s professors are also highly engaged and approachable as teachers and mentors.
College of
Engineering
U.S. News and World R
eport, 2016
Best Undergraduate
EngineeringPrograms
#58
Degrees
With 21 degree programs in six departments, you’ll have the opportunity to gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to succeed in today’s most in-demand engineering fi elds.
Bachelor of Science programs:• Biomedical Engineering • Computer Engineering •Computer Science • Electrical Engineering • Materials Science and Engineering • Mechanical and Energy Engineering
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology programs:• Construction Engineering Technology • Electrical Engineering Technology • Mechanical Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Arts program:• Information Technology
Finding success with your degreeUNT is located in Denton, a city of 122,000 people 40 miles north of Dallas-Fort Worth, one of the nation’s largest metropolitan areas. The growing region is rich in internship opportunities and has the second highest concentration of
Fortune 500 companies in the U.S.
Representatives from national and multinational businesses regularly recruit on campus, post
jobs, interview students, attend career fairs and networking events, and speak to classes. Among
the 1,000 companies that visit are: AT&T, Bell Helicopter, Ericsson, Luminant, Oncor Electric, Schlumberger, Texas Instruments and Weber/Zodiac.
get real-world
experi
ence Notable alumni of the UNT College of
Engineering include:Dawn Call (’85),President of Universal Cadworks
Jay Chenault (’84)President and CEO of Custom Computer Cables of America
Jason Cinek (’94)Senior Vice-President of TDIndustries
Etta Clark (’80)Director of Information Technology at PepsiCo
Mark Eastwood (’88)Principal of FICO
Selva Ganesan (’05 M.S.)Chief Operating Offi cer at Citi Transaction Services
Lee Palmer (’90)Senior Vice President of Industry at Hitachi Consulting
Chris Pearce (’90)Distinguished Engineer at Cisco Systems
Mohamad Sakr (’88 M.S.)CEO of Inovas Company
Nergis Soylemez-Sayed (’06)Quality Engineer at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton
Larry Sullivan (’92)Director of Engineering at Microsoft
Elbert “Gene” Tindall (’74)CEO of Electric Energy Corp
Mark Venator (’03)Chief Technology Offi cer at Cima Solutions Group
Michael Webb (’97)Chief Technology Offi cer at SmartVault
Tom Weger (’89)President and CEO of Coppell Construction
Jason West (’96)Founder of the Call of Duty video game franchise
It’s a fact: Employers prefer to hire graduates with hands-on experience in their majors.
As a UNT student, you have the opportunity to gain practical experience through an internship or co-op that will enhance your classroom learning.
Working as an intern or co-op student gives you a competitive advantage in the job market.
These opportunities can also provide you with insight into your future career.
UNT students have been placed in co-ops and internships with the following companies:
ALCATEL USA
Bell Helicopter Textron Inc.
General Electric
IBM
Microsoft Corporation
Motorola
Nokia
Nortel
Raytheon
Texas Instruments
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Gartner, Inc for undergraduate supply chain programs
in undergraduate Logistics &
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The University of North Texas College of Business is the choice of more than 5,500 students, making it one of the largest business schools in the nation.
Supporting your successUNT’s beautiful Business Leadership Building, opened in 2011, is the most visible proof of the College of Business’s commitment to providing you with a high-quality business education.
The student-focused amenities in the building, including the spacious atrium and Biz Cafe, encourage conversation and collaboration. Study and tutor rooms, Apple TV-enabled classrooms and cloud computing technology enhance the learning experience. The building accommodates 8,000 students and is certifi ed LEED Gold for sustainability.
Degrees
Bachelor, Business Administration programs:• Accounting • Business Integrated Studies • Decision Sciences • Economics • Entrepreneurship • Finance• Marketing • Operations and Supply Chain Management• Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management• Real Estate • Risk, Insurance and Financial Services
Bachelor of Science programs:• B.S./M.S. in Accounting • Aviation Logistics • Business Computer Information Systems • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Ranking Highlights
The College of Business is among the 30 largest business schools in the nation
The accounting undergraduate and master’s programs are among the top 50 according to Public Accounting Report rankings
UNT was ranked 9th in CEO-producing universities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area by the Dallas Business Journal
College of
Business
CNN Money ranked Denton County, where UNT is located,
as one of the nation’s Top
10 best places to live for job
potential
Notable alumni of the UNT College of Business include:Tait Cruse (‘89)Managing Partner, Northwestern Mutual Texas Financial Group
Melisa Denis (‘86)Partner, KPMG LLP
George F. Jones (‘67)CEO, Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. (TCBI) and vice chairman, Texas Capital Bank
Linda Filler (‘82)President of Retail Products and Chief Merchandising Offi cer, Walgreens
Becky Kimbro (‘09)Vice President of Marketing, Texas Rangers Baseball Club
Norm Miller (‘62)Chairman, Interstate Batteries
Carlos Munguia (‘79)Executive Vice President and Manager of Commercial Banking, Texas Capital Bank
Sam Moon (‘89)President, Sam Moon Trading Company
G. Brint Ryan (‘88, ‘88 M.S.)Chair and CEO, Ryan Tax Consulting
Phil Sorgen (‘88, ‘90 M.B.A.)Corporate Vice President, Microsoft Corporation
Charn Uswachoke (‘73 M.B.A.)Chair, BBUCH Holding Company Ltd.
Laura Wright (‘82)Former Senior Vice President and CFO, Southwest Airlines
UNT College of Business offers:
A strong network of more than 51,000 alumni, of which more than 450 are CEOs or presidents of their organizations.
Nationally recognized degree programs, including bachelor’s degrees in Business Integrated Studies and Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
Programs that prepare you for success. UNT offers mentoring and internship opportunities that will help you develop your skills and fi nd a job after graduation.
The fi rst four-year aviation logistics program at a university in Texas, only two such programs exist in the nation today.
A diverse learning community, with students representing more than 74 countries.
AACSB accreditation: The UNT College of Business has been repeatedly accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) since 1961. AACSB-accredited schools are widely considered to be the world’s best business schools.
A strategic location to start your career: UNT is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, which has the second highest concentration of Fortune 500 companies in the U.S., including:
AT&T
Celanese
ExxonMobil
GameStop
Kimberly-Clark
Southwest Airlines
Texas Instruments
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ews & World Report, 2016
#191Best
Undergraduate BusinessPrograms
University of North Texas’Spirit and traditions
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Mean Green NicknameUNT’s unique Mean Green nickname originated in the 1960s as fans cheered on the football team and its punishing defense. The earliest newspaper references to the Mean Green appeared in the spring of 1967. One of the original Mean Green players went on to a Hall of Fame career in the NFL with a nickname of his own, “Mean” Joe Greene. The dominating lineman became the cornerstone of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ “Steel Curtain” defense and a four-time Super Bowl champion. Today, all of UNT’s athletics teams are known as the Mean Green.
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Scrappy, the Eagle MascotThe student body chose the Eagle as their mascot in 1922 for its keen eye, strength, independence and loyalty. In 1950, students named the fi rst live bird mascot “Scrappy,” which later became the name of the human mascot. The Eagle was known by other names through the years, including “Eppy” in the 1980s. But in 1995, the modern-day Scrappy returned to the nest as the Mean Green’s biggest fan.
Green & WhiteOne of the earliest offi cial references to UNT’s school colors of green and white appears in the 1907 Yucca yearbook, although a former student recalled that they were selected in 1902-03 when someone suggested Mother Nature would be kind to those using her colors. Today, green is a way of life at UNT, where their sustainability programs and environmental research have brought them national recognition.
We Mean Green!
Lighting ofMcConnell TowerGreen lights, fi rst installed by the Talons in the 1970s, shine on McConnell Tower after athletic victories and for special occasions. After evening home football victories, the Talons lead the march from Apogee Stadium to the Hurley Administration Building where they turn on the tower’s green lights to signal the win to the campus and community. LED lights installed in 2014 make UNT’s green light shine bright.
Eagle ClawThe Eagle hand sign is UNT’s universal sign of pride and unity. To display your pride:
1 Hold up your hand.
2 Make a “V” for Victory using your pointer and middle fi ngers.
3 Extend your thumb and curl your fi ngers slightly toward your palm.
‘Lucky’, the Albino SquirrelCampus legend says the rare, furry white animal is a good luck charm of mythical proportion.
AlumniUNT has a vast alumni network with more than 137,000 of them living in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Notable alumni include:
Dr. Phil
Actors: Peter Weller and Thomas Haden Church
Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, Adel al-Jubeir
Former Prime Minister of Jordan, Taher al-Masri
Grammy Award-winners: Don Henley, Roy Orbison, and Norah Jones
Academy of Country Music-winners: Eli Young Band
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The cities of Dallas and Fort Worth are located only 45 minutes south of Denton and are accessible by train. The cosmopolitan Dallas-Fort Worth area offers a wealth of world-class cultural, social, recreational and leisure opportunities. Dallas also has the largest urban arts district in the country, adding to the leading reputation in Arts and Arts Education at UNT.
*LIVING IN THE HEART OF TEXAS
North Texas is home to one of the largest high-tech centers in the U.S. – known as the Telecom Corridor – and is home to Texas Instruments, Samsung, Nortel and MetroPCS.
6,000 cultural exhibits and performances annually
If North Texas was a country it would have the 27th largest GDP between Austria and Argentina
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Denton is
3.5 hours to New York, NY
3.5 hours to Boston, MA
3.5 hours to Los Angeles, CA
2.5 hours to Orlando, FL
BY PLANE
45 minutes from Fort Worth and Dallas, TX
2 hours from Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma
5 hours from Houston, TX
6 hours from the Gulf of Mexico
BY CAR
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*HOUSING
Like most college freshmen, you will live in an on-campus residence hall (also called a dormitory, or “dorm” for short) with other male and female students right on UNT’s campus. This is a key part of ONCAMPUS Texas’ program, because residence halls are an ideal place to make friends, socialize, and acclimate to college life in America.Students will be housed in UNT’s Traditions Hall. Primarily a freshmen hall, the building offers mostly private rooms for residents with a few double occupancy rooms.
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Resident Room Amenities and Services:• Private and double rooms• Lobby area with TV lounge• Entertainment equipment available for checkout (board games, billiards, and ping pong equipment)• Community kitchen for public use• Community study rooms• Wireless internet throughout the building• Large laundry room• Courtyard with BBQ grills
Living on Campus• 24-hour security• Beds, dressers and desks are included• Monthly social events for your fl oor• Wireless internet access• Study lounges with computers and printers• Washers and dryers for laundry
A meal plan is included and you’ll fi nd the dining hall and campus cafes are great places to socialize.
Live on a university campus alongside
American students
More than 6 million people live in the North Texas area
Home to many famous professional sports teams including the Dallas Cowboys (American Football), Texas Rangers (Baseball), Dallas Mavericks (Basketball), Dallas Stars (Hockey) and FC Dallas (Soccer)
* * Part of the university from day one
Study in the heart of Texas and live on a university campus alongside American students with full access to all facilities and resources (e.g. library, gym, dining facilities).
* Fulfi ll your ambition for a truly prestigious degreeONCAMPUS Texas offers guaranteed progression* to University of North Texas on successful completion of our University Transfer Program.
*Comprehensive study program
In addition to instruction in writing and speaking English, you will take academic classes in small groups tailored for international students and taught by UNT faculty, and earn 30 credits upon completion, equivalent to the freshman year of college.
* Quality assured
UNT is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). SACSCOC is the southern regional accrediting body serving Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Latin America.
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*Guaranteed progression is subject to meeting the specifi ed criteria.
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Your route to a university degree
Number of terms Age Start datesIELTS level Number of years of previous high school study
University Transfer Program
2 semesters
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55 TOEFL or IELTS 5.0
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August and January
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UniversityTransfer Program (UTP)Prepares international students for successful progression to the year 2 of a U.S. degree.
Program fees* Annual fees (2 semesters)
Tuition $24,990
Housing $9,750
Mandatory fees (including health insurance)†: $6,200
DEGREE PROGRESSION
Who is this programdesigned for?This program is designed to prepare international students who have completed senior secondary education for entry to year 2 (sophomore year) of a U.S. undergraduate degree program.
How long will I study for?This program lasts one academic year. The year is divided into 2 semesters. You will take up to 29 hours of classroom-based study per week.
What will I study?This program includes supplemental support and academic subject modules. English will be integrated into the teaching of academic subjects, and will be taught separately if you need additional support to develop your English.
ONCAMPUS Texas has carefully selected its academic courses to ensure that you are working toward completing the general education requirements of UNT. This ensures you the maximum fl exibility when choosing your major later in your studies. Our experienced staff are there to help and guide you through this process.
How will I be assessed?You will be assessed at regular intervals throughout the program to ensure you are making the progress required to successfully complete the program. Assessment methodologies are aligned to those you will experience in the University environment. They include project work, essays, presentations, and exams.
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PROGRAM DETAILS Length of program:2 semesters
English level:5.0 IELTS, 55 TOEFL or equivalent
Academic requirements:Admission is subject to good high school gradesSee page 27-28 for country-specifi c entry requirements
Minimum age: 17 (If under 18, a student’s parents are required to sign a housing guarantee)
Hours per week: Up to 29
Requirements for progression:Students will need to meet the academic grades and conditions of their chosen major.
Start dates:August and January
Tuition fees: $24,990
Other fees include:Housing and meal plan, Health insurance, Miscellaneous fees, and Registration
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Complete your undergraduate degree
Year 1 of your bachelor’s degree Years 2-4
ONCAMPUS Texas University Transfer Program
Program dates** Fall 2017 Spring 2018 Fall 2018
Move in August 14, 2017 January 07, 2018 August 11, 2018
Semester 1 August 28–December 15, 2017 January 16–May 16, 2018 August 27–Dec ember 14, 2018
Semester 2 January 16–May 16, 2018 May 14–August 10, 2018 January-May 2019
* At time of printing, these fees refl ect the 2017-2018 fees. For most up-to-date fee details, please check the ONCAMPUS Texas website. Tuition fees include up to 30 credits and additional support classes as noted on pages 22-23. All programs are subject to the listed $300 non-refundable registration fee and a $2,200 refundable deposit.† Health insurance fees are estimated and subject to change.** Dates are subject to change. Please check the ONCAMPUS Texas website for offi cial dates.
Your study plan
ONCAMPUS Texas provides you with the skills needed to be successful: thinking critically, conducting research, and communicating effectively. With ONCAMPUS Texas you will benefi t from the supplementary support curriculum specifi cally designed to complement your academic coursework, giving you the tools you will need to master your studies completely.Alongside a reinforced curriculum, you will have the opportunity to explore various fi elds of study and career paths, while meeting the general education requirements for UNT.
What you will study
Semester 1
ACADEMIC creditsWriting 3Math 3U.S. History to 1865 3Introduction to Communication 3Art Appreciation for non-majors 3
TOTAL credits 15
SUPPLEMENTAL SUPPORT
Skills Lab(2 hours/week)
English for Academic Purposes(4 hours/week)
English for Specifi c Purposes(2 hours/week)
UNIVERSITY SUCCESS SEMINAR(1 hour/week)
What you will study
Semester 2
ACADEMIC creditsWriting 3Math 3U.S. History from 1865 3Principles of Microeconomics 3American Government Processes & Policies or major 3
TOTAL credits 15
SUPPLEMENTAL SUPPORT
Skills Lab(2 hours/week)
English for Academic Purposes(4 hours/week)
English for Specifi c Purposes(2 hours/week)
UNIVERSITY SUCCESS SEMINAR(1 hour/week)
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Student Support
Seminar(2 hours/wk)
For two hours each week, students will learn about the resources available at University of North Texas, develop intercultural understanding, explore extracurricular opportunities, and also receive instruction on core academic/study skills to help them study more effectively, make presentations, and much more.
Academic skills support curriculum (8 hours/wk)
Students will benefi t from a support curriculum designed for their needs. Students will learn all the academic skills required for success in university.
Personal AdvisingAttend one-on-one academic and progression advising meetings during your two semesters in the program.
ONCAMPUS Texas’s holistic approach to advising gives you the support you need to succeed in classes, in extra-curricular activities, in the Denton community, and in understanding your options for your sophomore year and beyond.
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Digital Retailing: 1st undergraduate program in the nation
First four-year aviation logistics program at a university in Texas, and only two such programs exist in the nation today
UNT’s environmental philosophy program is recognized as the best in the world by the International Association for Environmental Philosophy
Graphic Design: Ranked 22 nationally
UNT’s journalism program has produced several Pulitzer Prize winners, such as Leona Allen (’86), who won the prize while working at the Akron Beacon Journal, and the late Howard Swindle (’68), who led The Dallas Morning News to three Pulitzers
Public Administration (Emergency Administration and Planning): 1st emergency management program in the world at the undergraduate level
MAJORS highlights
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UNT majors include:
Accounting
Anthropology
Applied Behavior Analysis
Art History
Aviation Logistics
Biochemistry
Biological Sciences: Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Business Integrated Studies
Chemistry
Communication Design
Communication Studies
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Construction Engineering Technology
Converged Broadcast Media
Criminal Justice
Dance
Decision Sciences
Development and Family Studies
Digital Retailing
Ecology for Environmental Sciences
Economics
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering Technology
Emergency Administration and Planning
English
Entrepreneurship
Fashion Design
Finance
French
Geography
German
Health Promotion
History
Home Furnishings Merchandising
Hospitality Management
Information Technology
Integrative Studies
Interdisciplinary Art and Design Studies
Interior Design
International Studies
Journalism
Kinesiology
Linguistics
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Marketing
Materials Science & Engineering
Mathematics
Mechanical and Energy Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Merchandising
Operations and Supply Chain Management
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Radio, Television and Film
Real Estate
Recreation, Event and Sport Management
Rehabilitation Studies
Religious Studies
Risk, Insurance and Financial Services
Social Sciences
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology
Theatre
Visual Arts Studies
NOTE: some degree programs have additional entry requirements. For a full list of available majors please visit www.oncampus.global
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Declaring a fi eld of study at a U.S. college or universityONCAMPUS Texas provides the support and guidance to help you explore different fi elds of study and career paths. While you are free to choose the area of study you wish to focus on (this is referred to in the U.S. as your “major”), you will also be required to complete a number of general education courses which will help you learn how to think critically, research properly, and communicate effectively. At most U.S. schools you can complete up to two years of study before you need to declare your major.
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
OPT enables you to work in the U.S. and gain valuable work experience before returning home. For international students who graduate from a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related program, OPT is a 36-month program.
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Academic entry requirements
Albania Completion of high school education with Certifi cate of Maturity with good grades
Angola Secondary school Certifi cate (Grade 12) with good grades
Armenia Certifi cate of Secondary Education (Mijnakarg Yndhanur Krtoutian Attestat) with good grades
Azerbaijan Certifi cate of Secondary Education (Attestat) with good grades
Bahrain Tawjihiya (General Secondary School Certifi cate) with good grades
Bangladesh High school certifi cate with good grades
Botswana Cambridge Overseas School Certifi cate with good grades
Brunei 5 passes at O level
Cambodia Diploma of Upper Secondary School with good grades, or Baccalaureate with good grades
Cameroon Baccalaureat or Certifi cat de Probation with good grades
China Senior Secondary School Graduation Certifi cate with good grades
Colombia Bachillerato or ICFES with good grades
Gambia West African School Certifi cate or Senior School Certifi cate with good grades
Georgia Certifi cate of Secondary Education with good grades
Ghana WAEC-SSCE with good grades
Hong Kong HKDSE with good grades
India Higher/Upper/Senior Secondary Certfi cate
Indonesia SMA/K 3 or STTB with good grades
Iran High School Diploma with good grades
Japan Upper Secondary School Year 3 (12th grade) with good grades
Jordan Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certifi cate) with good grades
Kazakhstan Diploma of Completed Secondary Education (Attestat) with good grades
KenyaEast African School Certifi cate/Cambridge Overseas School Certifi cate/KenyanCertifi cate (KCSE) with good grades
Kuwait Tawjihiya / Thanawihya / General Secondary School Certifi cate with good grades
Laos Baccalaureat with good grades
Lebanon Lebanese Baccalaureate, or French Baccalaureate, with good grades
Libya Secondary Education Certifi cate with good grades
Macau 5 pass grades at O level or completion of higher secondary school with good grades
Malaysia SPM or UEC with good grades
Mauritius IGCSE with good grades
Mexico Bachillerato: showing good grades
Mongolia School Leaving Certifi cate with good grades
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Myanmar High school matriculation certifi cate with good grades
Nepal Higher Education Certifi cate with good grades
Nigeria WAEC-SSCE with good grades
Oman Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certifi cate) with good grades
Pakistan HSC with good grades
Philippines High School Diploma with good grades
Qatar Tawjihiya / Thanawihya / General Secondary School Certifi cate with good grades
Russia Certifi cate of Secondary Education (Grade XI) with good grades
Saudi Arabia Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certifi cate) with good grades
Singapore Singapore/Cambridge O level/iGCSE with good grades
South Africa National Senior Certifi cate with good grades
South Korea Senior High School 3 or School Leaving Certifi cate with good grades
Sri Lanka 5 pass grades at O level
Taiwan Senior High School Year 3 with good grades
TanzaniaEast African School Certifi cate/Cambridge Overseas School Certifi cate/Certifi cate of Secondary Education with good grades
Thailand Mathayom (MAW 6) with good grades
Turkey High School Year 3 with good grades
Uganda Ugandan Certifi cate of Education with good grades
United Arab EmiratesTawjihiya / Thanawihya / General Secondary School Certifi cate with goodgrades or Technical Diploma with good grades
UK 5 passes at GCSE or 2 passes at AS level
Uzbekistan Diploma of Specialized Secondary Education with good grades
Vietnam Completion of Year 12 with good grades
Yemen Secondary School Final Examinations with good scores
Zambia Zambia School Certifi cate with good scores
Zimbabwe 5 pass grades at O level
International Curricula - International Baccalaureate (IB) Successful completion of the IB Diploma
International Curricula - iGCSE 5 pass grades
International Curricula - Canadian High School Completion of Year 12 with good scores
International Curricula - Australian High School Completion of Year 12 with good grades
International Curricula - USA High School High School Diploma (No APs or SATs required) with good grades
Academic entry requirements listed above should be used as a guide only. Suitability for the program will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Pass grades are considered an overall grade of C or 2.0 GPA and above. If your country is not listed, please contact [email protected].
Academic entry requirements
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1 ApplyComplete the ONCAMPUS Texas Application Form and send to our Admissions team, preferably along with electronic copies of the following:• Academic transcripts (along with certifi ed translations if transcripts are not in English)• Copy of passport information page• Evidence of English language level
Receive OfferWithin two working days, you will receive a response with either: (1) a conditional offer, (2) a request for more information, or (3) a notifi cation that the application is under further review. Conditional offers will note any missing required documents. • Send the completed Previous Study in the U.S. form and a copy of any previous or current visas and I-20 documents electronically to Admissions*.• Collect proof of funds as detailed in the Financial Declaration, with any
additional required forms and send electronically to Admissions.• Fulfi ll any remaining conditions noted on your conditional offer letter.• Pay the registration fee ($300) and the deposit ($2,200). *These forms are required, and an acceptance letter will not be issued unless they are completed.
Acceptance Letter and I-20• Once you meet all conditions of acceptance, a draft Acceptance Letter will be
issued within two working days.• Review the draft Acceptance Letter to make sure all information is correct
and accurate and confi rm the shipping address and recipient to which the original of the I-20 document should be sent.
• Once any amendments to the Acceptance Letter have been sent to the CEG Admissions team, or the Acceptance Letter is confi rmed accurate with them, you will be emailed an electronic copy of the I-20 within one week, which will be followed by the original document in the mail.
F-1 Student Visa Application• Once you have received an electronic copy of your I-20, book a visa
appointment at your local U.S. Embassy and collect all of the required documents.
• Follow the instructions for your local U.S. Embassy website to start your visa application.
• Students should ensure that they are prepared to answer questions relating to their chosen study program in the USA, their own educational background, their career intentions, and their reason(s) for choosing this particular course of study.
Arrival at ONCAMPUS Texas• A pre-arrival handbook, which includes important information for your course of study, and medical forms, will be sent along with the electronic copy of the I-20, and will help prepare students for their arrival in Texas.• Students will receive a link to an online housing application that must be completed and returned to the Student Support Advisor.• Students must provide arrival details to Admissions and should arrive by the day before the program start date. • The fi rst few days of the program are dedicated to an orientation delivered by both the ONCAMPUS Texas and UNT.
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Preparing for your student visa interview
Do attend: Failure to attend the interview may result in automatic refusal of your application.
Do answer: Always answer all questions fully and honestly.
Do think: Think in advance about your program, the documents you provided in your visa application, and your intended course of study. The Visa Offi cial wants to know that you have given your course of study serious thought before choosing it.
Do speak English: The Visa Offi cial will likely check your level of English, so always answer in English, not via an interpreter. Practice answers to potential questions, and be prepared for them.
Do ask: Ask for clarifi cation if you do not understand a question, to make sure you are providing the information they want.
Documents to bring: Check the documents required by your specifi c embassy at: www.usembassy.gov
In general, students are asked to provide the following documentation:
1 Original I-20
2 Proof of payment of SEVIS fee
3 Completed DS-160 form (non- immigrant visa application)
4 Acceptance letter
5 Passport
6 Academic transcripts (with translations)
7 Financial evidence used for the I-20
8 Passport-sized photograph
Should your application be successful and you are admitted to our program, your next step will be to apply for a student visa. As part of your visa application process, you will likely have to attend an in-person visa interview. Below are some tips on how to prepare for this.
Please note: We cannot guarantee a successful outcome to your visa interview. These points are only meant to advise you on what you can expect during your visa interview.
Here are tips for some of the types of questions you may be asked:
Question type: General Information about you, your education, your choice to study in the U.S.
Tip: Show that you are a genuine student looking to further your education.
Make it clear that you plan to return to your home country after graduation. Give reasons for returning that are stronger than your reasons for remaining in the USA..
Question type: Intended Course: what you plan to study at ONCAMPUS Texas, course dates, and program details.
Tip: Become familiar with the information on our website and/or brochure.
Bring a brochure with you to show the visa offi cial.
Explain why you want to attend your particular program for study. If the consulate offi cial believes you want to remain in the USA after your program, you may not receive a visa.
Explain how studying in the USA relates to your future professional career in your home country.
Question type: Financial circumstances: Who will be paying for your course? What are the fees?
Tip: Bring all required fi nancial documents and anything else you may have that helps support your fi nancial status.
If you have been awarded a scholarship, bring a certifi cate or proof of your award.
Question type: Living in the U.S.: Where the school is located, and housing.
Tip: Bring your housing confi rmation.
Learn about our location and clearly describe where the school is located within Texas.
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Apply ONLINE at www.oncampus.global/apply or return this form to:Admissions Offi ce, ONCAMPUS, Kett House, Station Road Cambridge, CB1 2JH, United KingdomTel: +44 (0)1223 345698 Fax: +44 (0)1223 346181 Email: [email protected]
Incomplete application forms, submitted without ALL of the supporting documents, will delay the decision process.
1. Personal details (must be completed)
Title (Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms etc)
First name(s) Family name
Date of birth (e.g., December 11, 1996) Gender
Preferred name Country of birth
Nationality (as shown on passport) Country of permanent residence
Home address (of student) Mailing address (if different)
Zip Code/Postcode Zip Code/Postcode
Country Country
Cell phone (incl. country code)
Telephone (incl. country code)
Student email
2. Program details
Date you want to start the program Aug Jan Year 2017 2018
Major you wish to study (if known)
Have you studied in the U.S. before? Yes No
Most recent high school attended: (name of school)
(City) (Country)
List all colleges or universities you have previously attended or are presently attended:
Name City/State Dates Attended
Degree, if any Date
Name City/State Dates Attended
Degree, if any Date
3. Use of Agents
Have you used an educational agent during your application process? Yes No
Name of agent (in full):
Name of contact person at agency:
Agent address (in full):
Agent email:
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Information in this brochure is correct at time of print on August 2016. ONCAMPUS and the University Partner reserve the right to alter, reschedule or close courses which do not remain viable, students will be informed.
5. How did you hear about us?
Please indicate how you heard of this program (Please check)
Agent Exhibition Family Internet Other (please specify)
7. Declaration
I declare that I am not a legal resident of the State of Texas. I am applying to ONCAMPUS Texas at the University of North Texas as a full-time student. Any and all information, evidence and academic documents submitted in in support of my application are complete, true, and valid. ONCAMPUS Texas is an academic program operated collaboratively by Cambridge Education Group (CEG) and the University of North Texas (UNT). Therefore, both CEG and UNT will review the academic qualifications and share the records of all applicants prior to extending an offer of admission to me. By signing below, I authorize CEG and UNT to share information including, but not limited to the following, in evaluating my candidacy for ONCAMPUS Texas: official academic transcripts; grades and grade point averages; standardized test scores; essays and poems; creative works of art (visual, electronic, print, film, music); and other materials that were submitted as part of my ONCAMPUS Texas application.By completing and returning this declaration, I understand that I have read, understood and agreed to ONCAMPUS Texas’ terms, conditions and fees.
Signature of Applicant Date (mm/dd/yy)
Parent or Guardian Signature
(if applicant is not the fee payer or is under 18)Date (mm/dd/yy)
4. Why have you chosen ONCAMPUS Texas? (Mandatory for completion of application. Please use a separate sheet of paper if needed.)
6. Please let us know if you have any special requirements, so we may do our best to be of assistance to you
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