Join UCCS ReachHigher. Apply to UCCS English Language Proficiency for Standard Admissions Deadlines TOEFL 80 iBT or 550 paper-based exam IELTS6.5 ACT(Compass)270 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 when they are available (December, 1). *Special requirements may apply for graduate applicants, please check www.uccs.edu for more details. Scholarships Not meeting our English language proficiency requirements? The Intensive English Program 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 iep@uccs.edu. UCCS offers competitive merit-based scholarships for all students. Please be aware that most UCCS scholarship deadlines are on February, 1. Estimated Annual Costs Fall 2015 to Spring 2016 academic year (12 credits/Semester) Total Estimated Costs: $32,550 Tuition and Fees: $17,492.40 English Language Proficiency Exemptions may apply, please check for more details at www.uccs.edu/international On-campus Housing Expenses: $11,220 UCCS Code Books & Supplies: $1,500 TOEFL, GRE and SAT4874 ACT0535 Health Insurance: $2,338 Steps for Application Intensive English Program Intensive English Program ›› Complete online application ›› Pay application fee ›› Provide evidence of financial responsibility The Intensive English Program (IEP) operates in eight-week sessions to allow students to matriculate quickly to higher levels within the program or to regular courses. Total Estimated Costs: $5,050 Undergraduate ›› Complete online 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) Graduate Students ›› Complete online 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 Tuition and Fees: $2,850 Living Expenses: $2,000 Books & Supplies: $200 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. More than 11,000 students enrolled at UCCS from over 50 states in the U.S. and 54 countries worldwide. Excellent Academic Experience UCCS is recognized for its research and teaching achievements, excellent academic programs, state-of-art facilities and exciting research opportunities from undergraduate through Ph.D. level. UCCS is one of the “America’s Best Colleges” - U.S. News & World Report #6 #13 in the U.S. for public undergraduate engineering Top Ranked Graduate Program in nursing, social science and public affairs among Western regional public universities AACSB International Accreditation for all business degree programs (Top 5% Business Schools in the World) ABET accreditation for College of Engineering and Applied Sciences Total Enrollment International Students Rate 11,132 4% International Students from Students to Faculty Ratio 54 Countries 17:1 Top Areas of Study ›› Engineering ›› Business ›› Biological & Biomedical Sciences ›› Social Sciences ›› Nursing & Health Science Spectacular Living Environment Safe ›› U CCS has a very safe campus with professionally-trained police providing 24 hour, 7 day public safety services ›› Colorado Springs, a beautiful mid-sized city, is known for its safe and friendly neighborhoods ›› Colorado is the #2 most educated state in the U.S ›› Colorado Springs is home to both Army and Air Force bases Fun ›› UCCS provides a spectacular view of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, including Pikes Peak ›› Colorado Springs has a lot of outdoor activities including hiking, white water rafting, skiing and more! ›› The Garden of the Gods Park was named the #1 Park in the US and the #2 Park in the World by TripAdvisor Sunshine ›› C olorado Springs has a four-season climate with mild temperatures and over 300 days of annual sunshine International Student Support ›› Global Engagement Office (GEO) The Global Engagement Office (GEO) supports international students by assisting them to make 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 GEO office works extensively with the Admissions Office to provide students with immigration and visa information. ›› Intensive English Program (IEP) The English Language Center provides students with a culturally sensitive, supportive environment in which to build English language proficiency and academic skills. Opportunities for creative language practice and expression of ideas are provided in both contentrich classes and learning experiences outside of the classroom. One-on-one tutor services are also provided. ›› Conversation Table UCCS conversation table provides the opportunity for non-native speakers to practice their conversational English with native speakers. It’s free and is a great way to meet American students and form friendships — all while improving your spoken English! ›› 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 English both on their academic and social level! ›› First Year Experience The First Year Experience Program helps international students to be connected on campus and have a great first year experience. The program promotes growth and development by assisting students in setting and accomplishing their educational goals, and helping students with academic skill development. ›› Career Center The Career Center's mission is to help students secure promising career opportunities. Social networking events with employers, workshops for professional development and job fairs are arranged all year round to help students to succeed professionally. ›› Multicultural Office for Students Access, Inclusiveness, and Community (M.O.S.A.I.C.) The M.O.S.A.I.C office involves students of all backgrounds and build an inclusive campus climate. M.O.S.A.I.C staff work directly with international students clubs to provide social support and arrange events to help international students to succeed socially. Professional Career Development International students have extensive internship and practical training opportunities through our partnerships in technology, business/enterprise, health care, and other key growth areas. UCCS has professional faculty and staff work together to assist international students academically, professionally and socially. Check out UCCS On Official UCCS Website UCCS International Facebook 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 Ruby Cheng International Services and Recruitment Coordinator Global Engagement Office, University of Colorado Colorado Springs Phone: 1-719-255-5018 Fax: 1-719-255-5017 Skype: yanjie-ruby-cheng Email: ycheng@uccs.edu Wechat: StudyUCCS www.uccs.edu/international