Michael F. Lyons. Director of International Partnerships.

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1 2017

2 Michael F. Lyons Director of International Partnerships

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4 Where is UCI?

5 Irvine, California Irvine is consistently ranked as one of America s safest cities. Diverse & Beautiful Irvine Irvine enjoys a Mediterranean climate in a very safe, clean, and family-oriented environment Home to the nation s most dynamic growth industry centers and world s largest corporations

6 Orange County

7 University of California, Irvine

8 UC Irvine is ranked 1 st among U.S. universities under 50 years old and 7 th in worldwide. -Times Higher Education UC Irvine is ranked as the 12th best public university and among top 50 universities nationally. - U.S. News and World Report The Paul Merage School of Business is ranked among the nation s top business schools. -U.S. News and World Report, Business Week, and the Financial Times. Three UC Irvine researchers have been awarded Nobel Prizes Nearly 40 graduate and specialties ranked in the top 50 - Business -Engineering - Economics -Healthcare Management President Obama delivers the commencement speech at 2014 UCI Graduation. Zot! Zot! Photo courtesy of UCI Communications

9 UC Irvine Campus UC Irvine was designed to preserve open spaces. The campus is home to Aldrich Park, a 19-acre botanical garden, and the San Joaquin Nature Preserve

10 A balance of academic and social engagement You will: Be Challenged Be Engaged Be Enriched Take a full semester in six, or ten weeks Invest in your future!

11 Beaches

12 Mountains

13 Shopping

14 Nearby Attractions

15 Los Angeles and San Diego

16 Weekend Trips

17 Free Friday Trips

18 Housing Live in small houses Fully-furnished with kitchen and laundry room Basketball and volleyball courts TV, and DVD are provided Approximately min. walk to classroom from most locations Next to the Anteater Recreation Center and pool

19 Places to Eat

20 2017 Summer Session Dates Session I: June 24 August 4 Session II: August 5 September Week Session: June 24 September 2 A few select courses within Engineering, Chemistry, etc..

21 University Academics Complete regular UCI courses attended by current UCI students 800+ courses in 70 disciplines All courses taught by UCI Instructors May transfer college credit and grades to home university

22 Co-curricular Activities and Events Workshops College Life Skills workshops Residential Hall activities INSIDE UCI events Weekend trips Mentor-led events

23 On-Campus Resources Student Center with retail dining Global Lounge UCI Bookstore & Computer Store Computer labs and libraries Learning and Academic Resource Center (LARC) Anthill Pub & Grille

24 UCI ID Cards With the assistance of Summer Session staff, all students will receive ID cards during the first week of the Session Used for: Computer labs Libraries Anteater Recreation Center UCI shuttle Discounts at: Local eateries Stores Entertainment Disneyland Universal Studios Sea World & More!

25 Anteater Recreation Center (the ARC)

26 Anteater Recreation Center (the ARC)

27 Transcripts

28 UCI Could Be Perfect for You! Practice your English Try new cuisines and activities Make American friends UCI is: SAFE DIVERSE BEAUTIFUL

29 Summer Session Staff Assistance with all aspects of collegiate life Academic support including: tutoring, writing assistance, and other academic services Immigration counseling We are with you to help and support you. During your entire stay, we will provide you with full student service every step of the way.

30 Summer Session Mentors International students will be connected with UCI students Most of them have studied aboard (perhaps in your home country!) Conversation Hours to assist you with your homework or even if you just want to talk

31 Summer Session Website

32 Important Dates Event Session I Session II Courses Available for viewing online January 2 January 2 Enrollment Opens March 1 March 1 Last Day to Submit Enrollment Form April 21 June 16 Last Day to Request Certificate of Eligibility for Visa* Airport Pick-up and Housing Check-in Welcome Dinner Orientation Welcome Breakfast Welcome Lunch Shopping Trip Mid-April Mid-June Saturday, June 24 Saturday, August 5 Sunday, June 25 Sunday, August 6 Instruction Begins Monday, June 26 Monday, August 7 Housing Check-out August 4 September 14

33 Requirements Name English Proficiency U.S. Visa 685 TOEIC, 6.5 IELTS, TOEFL: 213 Computer-based Test; 79iBT; 550 Paper-based Test, 3.5 itep I-20 Issued by UCI Summer Session F-1 Student Visa Details Health Insurance Either UCI or *Private Insurance *a waiver is required when private insurance is used

34 Academic English Reading and Vocabulary Conversation Writing Business English American Culture

35 Cost Estimator REQUIRED FEES Application/International Student (non-refundable) $750 OPTIONAL FEES Dormitory $1225 UCI Health Insurance $275 Course Fees ($342 per unit) $2736 Campus fee (non refundable) $265 Airport Pick up fee (from LAX) $80 TOTAL OPTIONAL FEES $1530 TOTAL REQUIRED FEES $3751

36 Advantages Take course in their field of interest and transfer units earned to their home university Become familiar with American education system at top American research university to prepare for U.S. Master s or PhD. Programs Receive exceptional student support throughout the entire enrollment process and study abroad experience by knowledgeable staff Sample an academic area and strengthen academic skills Meet current UCI students Create diverse relationships Explore UCI Research Engage in American culture and lifestyles

37 A Look at Summer Session

38 Contact Our Staff Michael Lyons Director of International Partnerships Nicole Michel Student Affairs Specialist Questions about enrollments, student life, housing, I-20s? We re happy to help! Website: summer.uci.edu/international Tel: (949) Fax: (949) Facebook:

39 See you this summer at UC Irvine!