University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

at UMass Dartmouth
Your direct pathway to
University of
Massachusetts Dartmouth
Dartmouth, Massachusetts
USA
2010/2011
The Navitas at UMass Dartmouth advantage
on-campus accommodations, health and
career services.
Flexibility
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth offers you the
flexibility of three semesters a year, allowing
you to start your studies in August, January
or May.
Student Support
Enrolling in the University
Pathway Program means
you are a UMass Dartmouth
student on admission.
University designed program
The Navitas at UMass Dartmouth University
Pathway Program is composed of elements
that enable you to successfully complete
your UMass Dartmouth undergraduate
degree in the U.S.
The University Pathway Program (UPP)
Stage II comprises disciplined for- credit
and other courses that, completed with
the specified grade point average, will be
credited towards degree requirements in
your UMass Dartmouth degree program.
In choosing Navitas at UMass Dartmouth
and as a UMass Dartmouth student, you will
be undertaking a program that is monitored
by UMass Dartmouth ensuring the highest
academic quality.
University Campus
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth is located at
the University of Massachusetts (UMass) in
Dartmouth, Massachusetts, with satellite
facilities in the Southcoast Massachusetts
region. Just one hour from Boston, the
700 acre campus is located between
Providence, Rhode Island and Cape Cod,
less than one hour by car from the famed
sailing city of Newport, Rhode Island and
Nantucket, Massachusetts and close to
numerous beaches. Water sports abound.
As a UMass Dartmouth student undertaking
a Navitas program, you will have access
to state-of-the-art university facilities and
services, including libraries, computer
laboratories, recreation facilities,
We understand that the transition to
University level study can be difficult
for some students. In addition to formal
academic courses, Navitas at UMass
Dartmouth provides a variety of study and
learning support services to assist students
to develop the study skills necessary to
successfully complete their program of
study, including:
Orientation
A comprehensive orientation program
is offered to all new Navitas at UMass
Dartmouth students containing valuable
information to help you settle into
your study program as quickly and
comfortably as possible. The orientation
sessions include: linking new students
with mentors; meeting all relevant
Navitas staff; selecting your subjects
and creating a timetable; getting your
ID; purchasing textbooks; touring the
campus, library and all student facilities.
Language Skills Support
Being able to communicate effectively and
confidently in English is the key to your
success at UMass Dartmouth. Navitas
offers comprehensive English language
support classes to improve your skills
in English grammar, critical reading and
academic writing, listening effectively
to lectures, participating in tutorials and
discussions and note-taking.
Integrated Learning Skills course
In the first semester of study with Navitas
at UMass Dartmouth students are provided
complimentary support modules which
develop their study skills in areas such
as time management, academic writing
skills and examination techniques.
Peer Support Education programs
Mentors are students just like you who have
gone on to succeed in their field of study at
UMass Dartmouth. In addition to being an
integral part of your orientation program,
these mentors also run study support
classes in specific subject areas throughout
the semester in a more relaxed and informal
environment, which allows students to
feel more comfortable asking questions.
Academic consultations
Our academic team and other teaching
staff are available throughout the semester
for individual or group appointments if
students need help with assignment drafts,
researching assignments, essay structuring,
assignment writing and referencing in
assignments.
Counselling and guidance
Adjusting to any new environment can be
a stressful experience for some students.
As well as academic support, Navitas
provides excellent personal and welfare
support through a range of services to
ensure that you are able to reach your
goals. Free and confidential welfare and
counseling services are available to all
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth students.
These advisors are available to meet
with you to discuss any problems or
concerns that you may have about your
academic, social and personal life.
Quality Education
A quality education is the first step to a
successful future. While studying at
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth, you are
guaranteed that the highest standards of
teaching are maintained at all times as
our programs are delivered by qualified
university instructors and are quality
assured by UMass Dartmouth.
Great Value for your money
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth tuition and
fees are competitively priced among
Massachusetts institutions, providing an
affordable education that allows you to get
the maximum return on your investment.
Student Facilities
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth students
have access to all facilities and services
including Science and Math labs to
enhance their learning experience.
* Completion of the undergraduate degree courses at UMass Dartmouth is dependent on students successfully completing the Navitas at UMass Dartmouth
UPP Stage II program and obtaining the specified Grade Point Average (GPA) prior to progressing in the UMass Dartmouth degree program.
University Pathway Program
The Navitas at UMass Dartmouth University Pathway Program is composed of academic and support elements that enable you to
successfully complete your UMass Dartmouth undergraduate degree in the U.S.
UPP Stage II is comprised of credit and non-credit courses that, when completed with a specific grade point average will be credited
towards degree requirements in your UMass Dartmouth degree program.
Second year entry into the following majors
UPP Stage II
Accounting • Finance • Management • Marketing • Management Information
Systems • Economics • English • History • Philosophy • Political Science
Please Note: Students must achieve GPA 2.2 on completion of UPP Stage II program to allow progression to
UMass Dartmouth degree program.
Enrolling in the University Pathway Program means you are an admitted student at UMass Dartmouth.
Pathways to a university degree
University Bachelor degree
Year 4
Pre-university level
University level
Year 3
Navitas at
UMass Dartmouth
Year 2
UPP Stage II*
Year 1
Year 12
or equivalent
* Entry to UPP Stage II is subject to meeting both academic and
English language entry requirements
Sample course list
UPP Stage II
• Critical Writing and Reading 1
• The Business Organization
• Contemporary Issues in Economics
• Critical Writing and Reading II
• Introduction to Sociology
• Finite Math
• Chemistry in Nutrition and Health
• Logical Thinking
• Planet Earth
• World History I
• Integrated Learning Skills
• Math Preparation
• Foundations of Math
• English Basics
Students need 30 credit hours to transfer to UMass
Dartmouth Degree program.
Students in the first semester may be tested to
determine their Math level and if needed may be
required to undertake a math course (not for credit).
Courses may change without notice.
Tuition fees and Academic calendar
Fees and charges for 2010/2011 academic year
Duration
Total program fees
3 semesters
US$20,061
On-campus accommodation#
annual
US$8,795
19 meal plan
per semester
US$1,618.50
Medical insurance (compulsory)
annual
US$1,999
UPP Stage II
Other fees and charges
* Fees and charges are listed in US dollars (US$). Actual tuition costs may be higher or lower depending on specific course choices.
Fees and charges are subject to change without notice. Other fees and charges may apply.
# Double Room
Academic calendar
Year
Semester start
Semester end
2010
30 August
17 December
2011
17 January
29 April
2011
23 May
19 August
Please Note: Dates are subject to change
Application form
Please print in BLOCK LETTERS
Personal details
Title:
Mr
Home Telephone:
Ms
Other
Work Telephone:
Family name:
English proficiency
Given names:
IELTS or TOEFL score:
Preferred name:
Date of birth:
Gender:
Male
/
Other:
/
(day/month/year)
Are you currently enrolled in an English language school?
Female
Yes
Contact details
Address in home country (must be applicant’s address – not agent’s address):
No
If yes, name of school:
Current level of English:
Mobile telephone:
Education details
Business telephone:
Secondary education – highest level achieved
Name of qualification (eg. ‘A’ Levels):
Home telephone:
Applicant’s email: (mandatory):
School attended:
Agent’s email: (if applicable):
Completed:
Yes
No
Country of birth:
Country/State:
County of Citizenship:
Language of instruction:
Passport number:
Post-secondary and further education
Ethnic Origin (optional - statistical purposes only)
merican Indian or Alaskan Native
A
Black (not of Hispanic origin)
Latino
Other (please specify) ________________________________________
Asian of Pacific Islander
Cape Vedean
White (not of Hispanic origin)
Not Wish to Report
Name of qualification:
Institution attended:
Completed:
Yes
No
Please attach certified copies of all academic transcripts or mark sheets.
Employment history
Family Background
Father’s Full Name:
If you believe you have relevant employment experience,
please attach details.
Father’s Address (if different from yours):
Program selection
Father’s Occupation:
Please complete the relevant section for each program you wish to
under-take.
College/University Attended by Father (if any):
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth program commencement
Mother’s Full Name:
Mother’s Address (if different from yours):
College/University Attended by Mother (if any):
Please Designate a Person to be Notified in Case of Emergency
Address:
Please indicate the year and semester you wish to begin your
studies.
Year:
Mother’s Occupation:
Name:
UPP Stage II
Relationship:
UMass Dartmouth
Preferred major:
August
January
May
Accommodation
Disclaimer (for students 18 years and older)
On campus residential accommodation is compulsory for all
international students for their 1st year of study. Please complete the
UMass Dartmouth on-campus housing application form.
I grant Navitas at UMass Dartmouth permission to provide my parent(s),
guardian(s) and agent, when requested, with any information pertaining to my
application to study, ongoing academic progress, results and attendance.
Airport reception
Yes
Do you require airport pick-up?
Yes
No
Request for learning support
If there is anything that may affect your learning (for example
impairments to your mobility, sight, hearing, reading or writing), please
notify Navitas at UMass Dartmouth and UMass Dartmouth so that we
can determine our ability to accommodate you. Please indicate your
needs on a separate sheet of paper and attach to this application.
Medical insurance requirements
I understand Navitas at UMass Dartmouth will provide mandatory
twelve (12) months of medical coverage upon arrival in USA. At the end
of twelve (12) months I will be required to extend the initial coverage.
Activities and Life Experience
Please list two activities that are important to you. These can be school,
community or church activities, or hobbies such as sports, music or
drama.
Activity:
Years Involved:
Title (if applicable)
Activity:
Years Involved:
Title (if applicable)
Sponsored students only
Type of sponsorship (ie. tuition fees and/or living expenses):
Name of organization sponsoring you:
Other information
How did you first learn about Navitas at UMass Dartmouth? You may check
more than one.
Exhibition/Seminar
Newspaper/Magazine
Recommended by a friend/relative
Recommended by an education agent
Internet
Other
Please specify:
No
Application checklist
Check that you have:
Completed all sections of the application form
Read and understood the Conditions of Enrollment including the Fee
Refund Policy on the Navitas at UMass Dartmouth website:
www.umd.navitas.com
Check that you have attached:
Certified copies of your academic qualifications
Evidence of your English language ability if required
A copy of your passport, Student Visa or birth certificate if required
Any relevant employment documentation if required
Financial Certificate
Declaration
I declare that the information I have supplied on this form with respect to my
application to UMass Dartmouth is, to the best of my understanding and belief,
complete and correct. I understand that the giving of false or incomplete information
may lead to the refusal of my application or cancellation of enrolment. I have read
and understand the published course information in the brochure or website and I
have sufficient information about Navitas at UMass Dartmouth to enroll. I give Navitas
at UMass Dartmouth permission to obtain official records from an educational
institution attended by me. I grant Navitas at UMass Dartmouth permission to
provide UMass Dartmouth with any information pertaining to my application to study,
ongoing academic progress, results and attendance for the purposes of admission
and transfer. I understand that Navitas at UMass Dartmouth and UMass Darmouth
collect, store and use personal information only for the purposes of administering
prospective, current and graduate student admissions, enrolment and education and
that the information collected is confidential and will not be disclosed to third parties
without my consent, except to meet government, legal or other regulatory authority
requirements (for further information consult Navitas at UMass Dartmouth’s Privacy
Policy and UMass Dartmouth’s Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Policy).
I understand that after I commence the UPP Stage II course at Navitas at UMass
Dartmouth, I will need to successfully complete such course and maintain a minimum
GPA before continuing my studies at UMass Dartmouth. I understand that if I have
applied through an approved Navitas at UMass Dartmouth and/or UMass Dartmouth
agent, all information contained in, or a part of, my Navitas at UMass Dartmouth
and undergraduate/postgraduate application(s) may be released to the agent. I
understand that fees may change without notice. I accept liability for payment of all
fees as explained in this brochure, and I agree to abide by the Fee Refund Policy which
is current at the time of my studies at Navitas at UMass Dartmouth. I understand
that this may be different to the Fee Refund Policy as specified. I have also read the
section on the website/brochure relating to costs of living and I understand that living
expenses in the USA may be higher than in my own country and I confirm that I am
able to meet these costs. I understand that by signing this application form, I will be
eligible to receive a letter of admission from UMass Dartmouth.
Applicant’s signature:
Date:
/
/
(day/month/year)
If you are under 18 years of age, your parent or guardian must also sign
this application form.
Parent’s/Guardian’s signature:
Office use only
Identification number:
Application number:
Representative’s stamp
Date:
/
/
(day/month/year)
Postal address for applications:
Admissions Officer
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Old Westport Road
North Dartmouth MA 02747-2300
United States of America
Email studyUSA@navitas.com
www.umd.navitas.com
Admissions Requirements
UPP Stage II Program
Mixed Entry
The minimum academic levels required
for entry to the UPP Stage II offered
by Navitas at UMass Dartmouth are
outlined at www.umd.navitas.com.
Not all qualifications or countries
are listed and students with other
qualifications should send details for
assessment to our Admissions office.
Students whose English test scores meet
the requirements for the Mixed Program
may begin their UPP Stage II program with
the addition of 1 Academic English course
taken in the first semester of study.
Direct Entry
Students whose English test scores meet
the requirements for direct entry may begin
their UPP Stage II program.
English Language preparation
If you do not meet the minimum English
language requirement for direct entry,
you can enroll in an English language
preparation course to improve your
English language proficiency.
Upon successful completion of the
appropriate English language course at
Navitas, students are eligible to progress
to their academic studies with Navitas
at UMass Dartmouth without any further
English tests.
English language
qualification
Mixed Program
Direct entry
IELTS
5.0 with no band lower than 4.5
5.5 with no band lower than 5.0
TOEFL Computer/
Paper/IBT
173/500/61
196/525/69
Enrolling in the University Pathway Program means you are an admitted student at UMass Dartmouth.
UMass Dartmouth
Quick Facts
• US News and World Report
consistently ranks UMass
Dartmouth as the top “master’s”
university in New England
• UMass Dartmouth’s Charlton
College of Business is internationally
accredited by the highly selective
AACSB
• 88 degree choices, 9,000 students
• US$20 million research enterprise
• Educating students since 1895
• Part of the reputed “University of
Massachusetts System”
• More than 100 student clubs and
organizations
at UMass Dartmouth
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
285 Old Westport Road
North Dartmouth, MA 02747-2300
United States of America
Email studyUSA@navitas.com
www.umd.navitas.com
The information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of publication, however, Navitas at
UMass Dartmouth University reserves the right to alter, amend or delete details at any time without
notice. Printed March 2010.
This flyer is provided free of charge.
This school is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. UPP I or UPP
II are not available to students from the People’s Republic of China, for any campus of University
of Massachusetts.
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