Application - South Puget Sound Community College

S O U T H
P U G E T
S O U N D
C O M M U N I T Y
C O L L E G E
O l y m p i a , Wa s h i n g t o n , U. S . A .
The skills you need for the life you want
Dream Big and Smart! Discover SPSCC for the life you want. Recently selected as one of the nation’s
top 150 community colleges, South Puget Sound Community College has been making dreams happen
since 1962. Live and study in the beautiful capital city of Olympia, Washington and experience an education
where faculty promote your success and academic programs that are innovative and accessible.
SPSCC is not too big or too small. Conveniently located near Seattle and with a county population of more
than 250,000, and a campus with just over 5,000 students, it has all the attractions of a bigger city, and
recreational opportunities of the famous northwest while keeping its safe and comfortable style.
With a 95% graduation rate and an average G.P.A of 3.5 our international students graduate and transfer
to top American universities in Washington, New York, Texas, California and many more locations!
University Pathway Success
SPSCC graduates have been accepted
to top universities in these states
SPSCC
Olympia
Nearby Attractions
WASHINGTON
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OR
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ID
PA
NV
UT
CA
IL
CO
IN
MA
NY
MI
OH
NJ
1 hour to Seattle
1 hour to ocean beaches
3 hours to Vancouver or Victoria, BC, Canada
2 hours to Portland, Oregon
1 hour to area hikes and campgrounds
1 hour to major ski resorts
Free public transportation
National Parks
AZ
GA
1 hour to Mount Rainier National Park
2 hours to Olympic National Park
2 hours to North Cascades National Park
Average Temperatures
in Olympia, WA
TX
HI
Summer: 22° C
Fall: 15° C
Winter: 5° C
Spring: 15 ° C
www.spscc.edu
FIND YOUR PROGRAM
TRANSFER DEGREES:
PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES:
Associate in Arts DTA
Associate in Business DTA
Associate in Science – Track 1 and 2
Associate in Biology DTA/MRP
Associate in Pre-Nursing DTA/MRP
Associate in Nursing DTA/MRP
Associate in Applied Science-T Computer
Aided Drafting/Building
Information Modeling
Associate in Applied Science-T Computer
Information TechnologyProgramming Emphasis
Associate in Applied Science-T
Computer Network Administration
Associate in Applied Science-T Culinary Arts
Associate in Applied Science-T
Early Childhood Education
Associate in General Studies
Accounting
Accounting Clerk
Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Automotive Technology
Baking and Pastry Arts
Business Administration
Business Coordinator
Customer Service Specialist
Computer Aided Drafting Technology/
Building Information Modeling
Computer Network Administration
Computer Programming
Culinary Arts
Database Management
Dental Assisting Technology
Early Childhood Education
Financial Services
Fire and Emergency
Services Technology
Human Resource Assistant
Information Technology
Computer Support
Medical Assisting
Nursing
Office Administration
Office Assistant
Paralegal
Parenting Education
Phlebotomy
Retail Management
Web Design
Welding Technology
South Puget Sound offers seven transfer associate degrees (Arts, Biology, Business, Nursing,
Pre-Nursing, Science Track 1 and Science Track 2) and more than 30 vocational/technical programs
ranging from Accounting, Advanced Manufacturing, Business, Culinary (Baking and Pastry),
Computer Information Technology, Computer Aided Design and Health Sciences leading to an
Associate of Technical Arts (ATA), or a Certificate of Completion.
AFFORDABILITY AND VALUE
Annual
LEARN ENGLISH AT SPSCC
Quarterly
SPSCC Intensive English Program offers:
$9,555 Average Tuition:
$3,185
Room and Board: $1,845
Room and Board: $5,535 Medical Insurance: $366
Books: $675 Personal Expenses: $400
Medical Insurance: $1, 098
Quarterly Total:
Personal Expenses: $1,200
Average Tuition:
cost includes three quarters
$5,796
Academic Year Total:
$18,063
- Free
tutoring help, writing center and labs
- Guaranteed admission into college level classes after
completion of the program
- Four levels of courses in reading, writing, communication
and grammar
- Small class sizes (10-15 students per class)
- Conversation partner for each student
- No English test requirement. Student’s proficiency is
tested upon arrival for appropriate placement.
Apply for scholarships in
your first year.
Average Award:
$1,500
LEVEL 4
LEVEL 3
The Intensive English Program at
SPSCC will help you improve your
English proficiency for academic
purposes, business, communication, careers, and culture.
Student placement is determined
by taking a placement test during
orientation. The average time in
each English level is one quarter.
LEVEL 2
LEVEL I
Reading
Writing
Grammar
Communication
Reading
Writing
Grammar
Communication
Reading
Writing
Grammar
Communication
Reading
Writing
Grammar
Academic
Prep
(18 credits)
(18 credits)
(18 credits)
(18 credits)
Optional 2 credit IELTS/TOEFL test preparation course
PRE-COLLEGE
OR
COLLEGE-LEVEL
CLASSES
ENG 95
+
Up to 6-12
college credits
-- OR -English 101
+
Up to 13 college
credits
South Puget Sound Community College International Student Application
APPLICATION CHECKLIST:
☐ Completed Application for Admission
☐ Bank statement (less than 6 months old, in English, showing enough
funds for one year of study at SPSCC
☐ Application fee: US $60.00
☐ Copy of passport
☐ Test scores (recommended, not required)
Additional requirements for Transfer Students (Currently studying in the U.S.):
☐ Transfer Form
☐ Copy of current I-20
☐ Copy of visa
☐ Official Academic records from current or previous universities attended
Please contact our office listed below for
questions. You may apply online, or choose to
mail or email your completed application and
required documents.
International Student Services
South Puget Sound Community College
2011 Mottman Road S.W.
Olympia WA 98512-6292 USA
Phone: +1 (360) 596-5396 / Fax: +1 (360) 596-5708
Email: international@spscc.edu
Web: www.spscc.edu/international
Join us
NAME AS PRINTED ON PASSPORT (In English)
Family name (Surname)
First (Given) name
PRESENT ADDRESS (or U.S. Address)
PERMANENT HOME COUNTRY ADDRESS
Mailing Address:
Mailing Address:
Middle name
Country of Birth:
Country of Citizenship:
Postal/Zip Code:
Postal/Zip Code:
Telephone:Telephone:
Email:Email:
How would you like to receive your I-20:
☐ Mail
☐ Pick up in person. Please list the name of the person:
Check which quarter you wish to begin:
☐ Fall ☐ Winter ☐ Spring ☐ Summer
Year: 20__
PROGRAM OF STUDY
☐ Associate of Arts (transfer degree)
☐ Associate of Technical Arts
☐ Associate of Science
☐ Certificate
☐ Intensive English Program
☐ Other
Major/Area of interest:
How did you learn about South Puget Sound Community College?
☐ Friend (name):
☐ Relative (name):
☐ Agency (name):
☐ Education Fair (list):
☐ Web site (list):
South Puget Sound Community College was selected
as one of the nation’s top 150 community colleges in
the U.S. for academic quality and excellence.
- Aspen Institute College Excellence Program
Birth date: (Month/Day/Year)
☐ Male
☐ Female
☐ Single
☐ Married
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Winter Quarter 2017
Application Deadline: November 18
Orientation Week Begins: December 27
First Day of Classes: January 3
Last Day of Classes: March 17
Spring Quarter 2017
Application Deadline: February 24
Orientation Week Begins: March 28
First Day of Classes: April 3
Last Day of Classes: June 13
Summer Quarter 2017
Application Deadline: May 26
Orientation Week Begins: June 27
First Day of Classes: July 3
Last Day of Classes: August 24
Fall Quarter 2017
Application Deadline: August 4
Orientation Week Begins: September 5
First Day of Classes: September 18
Last Day of Classes: December 1
UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAM – CONDITIONAL ADMISSION
SPSCC offers guaranteed conditional admission to one of our partner universities. You will receive the university conditional
admission letter at the same time you receive the SPSCC admission letter. If you are interested in receiving conditional admission
to one of these schools please select a school from the list below (please check one):
☐ Gonzaga University
☐ Johnson and Whales
☐ Lewis-Clark College
☐ Montana State University
☐ Pacific Lutheran University
☐ St. Martin’s University
☐ Tennessee Tech University
☐ The Evergreen State College
☐ Washington State University
☐ West Texas A & M
☐ University of Cincinnati
☐ University of Washington – Bothell
EDUCATION
HOUSING INFORMATION
Secondary (High School)
City and Country
Years Attended
Diploma/degree earned
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
Have you taken an English Proficiency Test?
☐ Yes
☐ No
If yes, please tell us the type of test below and your score:
Test Type:
Score:
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
List any family member or friend in the U.S. to contact in case of emergency:
(only for students currently in the United States)
(Please check one)
☐ Family
Family name
☐ Friend
First
TelephoneEmail
List a family member or friend outside the U.S. to contact in case of any emergency:
(Please check one)
☐ Family
Family name
☐ Friend
First
TelephoneEmail
How will you pay for school expenses?
☐ Personal Funds
☐ Family Funds
☐ Government Scholarship
☐ Other
How would you like to receive your I20? (check box)
☐ Express Mail
Students have two housing options to choose
from at SPSCC. For more information please
visit our website or contact International Student
Services. (www.spscc.edu/international)
Please select a housing option from the list
below:
☐ Intercultural Homestays and Services INC –
homestay provides students with the
opportunity to live with an American family.
The average monthly homestay rent is $615,
it includes 3 meals, laundry, internet, and a
private bedroom.
☐A
partment – staying in an apartment
provides students with the freedom to
live on their own. There are a variety of
apartments within walking distance from
campus. The average rent ranges from
$450 - $650 a month.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Application Payment: $60 non-refundable
application fee must be paid before the
application will be processed.
Credit Card Type:
☐ Visa
☐ Mastercard
☐ Discover
Card Holder’s Name:
Credit Card Number:
☐ U.S. Postal Service
☐ Pick-up in person by
CVC Code:
PLEASE READ, SIGN, AND DATE THE APPLICATION BELOW:
Expiration Date:
☐ I hereby certify that the information I have provided on this form is accurate
and complete to the best of my knowledge and that I will have the full amount
required for my personal and academic expenses.
☐ I also understand that I need to purchase appropriate medical coverage as
defined by South Puget Sound Community College and agree to do so.
☐ I understand that all application materials become property of South Puget Sound
Community College.
☐ I am at least 16 years old or a high school graduate.
Billing Address
STUDENT SIGNATURE
Date:
☐ University of Washington
– Tacoma
Billing Postal/Zip Code: