Description : International Year One in American University Washington

Quick overview:

• Age of participants: from 17 years;
• Duration: 2 or 3 semesters (9 or 12 months);
• Classes start: January, August;
• Language level:
  • Academic Program: IELTS 6.0 (not less than 5.5) / TOEFL 74 / Pearson 50;
  • Extended Program: IELTS 5.5 (not less than 5.0) / TOEFL 68 / Pearson 46.
• Level of education: completed secondary school;
• Language of instruction: English.

About the educational program: Every year, tens of thousands of students from different countries of the world enter the US higher educational institutions, and all of them face certain difficulties related to the language barrier, a new style and methods of teaching and a new society for themselves. To resolve these difficulties, a special International Year One (or Academic Accelerator) curriculum for academic students, including academic subjects, English classes, adaptation and active support, is being implemented at many universities, including American University Washington. In total, there are 2 types of eduaction, the desired one is chosen based on language proficiency and academic indicators (if necessary, you can increase the level in special classes):

• Academic Accelerator Program (AAP)) (2 semesters);
• Extended Accelerator Program (EAP) (3 semesters).

Each contains 3 directions, international students choose one of them:

• Humanities and Social Sciences;
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and Information Sciences;
• Business and Finance.

Main advantages:

• Flexible educational plan;
• Сomprehensive support;
• Small educational groups;
• American cultural experience;
• Open and closed classes. 

For all without exception, special seminars "Live, learn, grow," are a kind of "core" for the personal and academic growth of first-year students. Seminars include:

• Adaptation to the university life style;
• Acquiring orientation skills in campus opportunities;
• Maintaining Academic Performance;
• Development of interethnic and intercultural understanding;
• Promotion of personal and professional growth;
• Promotion of healthy lifestyles;
• Development of employment and career skills.

Each type of program includes a set of disciplines in the direction. In addition, English is actively studied, including the skills for university teaching and the correct use of terms in written and spoken language. All students earn a certain number of credits. Upon completion, students move to the third or fourth semester of the chosen specialty.

Types of education and an approximate curriculum:

Academic course (AAP)): 2-semester plan for applicants with a good level of knowledge, but wanting to get additional support. Includes a balance of university and special classes, intensive support in English. Open and closed lectures are supported; the curriculum is made taking into account the needs of the student.

Disciplines (an example for the direction "Business"):

• Seminars "To live, learn, grow" (1 and 2 level);
• Written speech for college (lectures and seminars);
• Intercultural interaction and mutual understanding;
• Culture of Higher Education in the USA;
• Macroeconomics;
• Applied Computing;
• Microeconomics;
• Introduction to Business Statistics;
• Experience of studio art;
• Nature of the Earth.

Advanced course (EAP): 3-semester education for applicants who need extended language support. Includes fundamental support in language and disciplines, a large number of adaptive activities, intensive English classes and individualized assistance.

Disciplines (approximate plan for the direction of "Science"):

• Seminars "To live, learn, grow" (level 1, 2 and 3);
• English for Academic Purposes;
• American University in the World;
• Media and Culture;
• Mathematics;
• Academic writing;
• Higher Education System in the USA;
• Intercultural interaction;
• General chemistry (1 and 2);
• Pre-Calculations;
• Letter for the college;
• Calculations;
• Principles of physics.

Brief information:

• Age of participants: from 17 years;
• Duration: 4 years (standard);
• Level of English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 80 / Pearson 69 / Password 6.5;
• Level of education: completed secondary school (certificate with a good average score);
• The International Year One course is recommended to foreign students for admission;
• Language of instruction: English.

About the educational program: Bachelor's program at American University Washington provides a large number of specialties in various areas. For admission, international student must have a certificate of high school and a certain level of English. Foreign participants can take advantage of the International Year One course.

List of Bachelor's directions:

• Art and Design;
• Business;
• Education;
• Engineering;
• Right;
• International relations and politics;
• Liberal Arts;
• Music, theater and art;
• Nutrition, health and sociology.

According to the US system of education, each student chooses two specializations (spheres) - Major and Minor (basic and additional). Major - this is the main sphere, it teaches a large number of disciplines, including in a deeper format (here the bachelor should be guided in all aspects). Minor is a secondary, additional sphere. It gives an opportunity to expand their professional skills, add certain competences to the diploma and simply engage in an interesting section of science. Bachelor's degree is assessed by credits, they earn as they pass the disciplines. There are different types of classes:

• Lectures, extended lectures;
• Seminars;
• Meetings with invited specialists;
• Work in groups and independent work;
• Classes at enterprises;
• Laboratory works;
• Work on projects.

To regularly evaluate the progress and adjust the individual plan, students perform test work: tests, exams, essays, coursework, presentations. Teachers try to convey to students all their experience, and find an individual approach, so necessary for successful deployment of potential. Most of the students take part in internships, giving them an understanding of how to work, and what qualities in their sphere are valued above all. In addition to standard training, certificates are available.

After completing the training, students are given a diploma and are awarded a bachelor's degree, which gives them the right to get a job or enter a magistracy. Graduates have high chances to get prestigious high-paying jobs.

Bachelor programs at American University Washington (Majors):

• Accounting;
• African American Studies and Studies of the African Diaspora;
• American Studies;
• Anthropology;
• Applied Mathematics;
• World Arab Studies;
• Arabic Studies;
• History of Art;
• Asian Studies;
• Audio Production;
• Audio Technology;
• Biochemistry;
• Biology;
• Business Administration;
• Business and Entertainment;
• Business, Language & Culture Studies;
• Chemistry;
• Communication Studies, Cinema and Media Arts, Journalism;
• Computational Science [CAS / CSC];
• Computational Science [CAS / MATH];
• Computational Science;
• Dance;
• Economics;
• Elementary Education;
• Environmental Science;
• Finance;
• Fine Arts;
• Foreign Languages ​​and Communication Media;
• French Studies;
• German Studies;
• Global International Relations;
• Health Promotion;
• History;
• Interdisciplinary Studies: Communication, Legal Institutions, Economics, and Government;
• International Studies;
• Jewish Studies;
• Justice and Law;
• K-12 Education (Second Major Only);
• Language and area studies: French / Europe;
• Language and Area Studies: German / Europe;
• Language and Area Studies: English;
• Language and Area Studies: Spanish / Latin America;
• Law and Society;
• Liberal Studies;
• Literature;
• Mathematics;
• Mathematics and Economics;
• Music art;
• Neuroscience (BS)
• Performing Arts: Musical Theater;
• Performing Arts: Theater;
• Philosopy;
• Physics;
• Political Science;
• Psychology;
• Public Health;
• Public relations and strategic communication;
• Religious Studies;
• Russian Studies;
• Secondary Education (Second Major Only);
• Sociology;
• Spanish Studies;
• Statistics;
• Studio Art;
• Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.

Quick overview:

• Age of participants: from 20 years;
• Duration: 1 or 2 semesters;
• Classes start: January, August;
• Level of English:
  • For Advanced MAP: IELTS 6.5 (not less than 5.5 by sections) / TOEFL 80;
  • For MAP: IELTS 6.0 (at least 5.0 in sections) / TOEFL 74.
• Level of education: Bachelor's degree;
• Language of instruction: English.

About the educational program: The Pre-Master's Program is a special curriculum for bachelors from around the world who wish to enroll in the Master's program at American University Washington. Courses are aimed at bringing the level of language and knowledge to the requirements and adapting to the education system. For admission, you need a bachelor's degree and a high level of English (there is an opportunity to take an English course). Training is conducted in several directions, each of which corresponds to their specialties of the magistracy:

• Business;
• Public Affairs;
• Arts and Sciences;
• Communication.

There are two types of Pre-Master's:

• Advanced Master's Accelerator (1 semester): Designed for students with a high level of English, but wishing to receive academic and cultural support. It is aimed at developing research skills, increasing the level of language and knowledge in subjects. Includes an expanded module of support and assistance from teachers, mentors and consultants. It is estimated at 6 credits. Upon completion, the students pass to the second semester of the master's degree (the duration of the master's degree is not increased);
• The Master's Accelerator Program (2 semesters): Plan for bachelors who need broad support for the development of language and knowledge. Along with a complex of disciplines and adaptation activities, it includes intensive English classes, including the development of the academic language (written speech, public speaking and research skills). It is estimated at 9 credits. After the end of a course pupils pass in a magistracy (duration of reception of the diploma is increased for 1 semester).

The receipt process has a slightly simplified format - for example, you do not need to provide an essay. Each type contains a set of academic disciplines, classes are held separately or together with American students. Teachers, staff and mentors are always ready to help and consult on all emerging issues. Upon completion of the course, the students pass to the chosen master's degree.

Master's programs available after passing the Pre-Master's:

• Accounting;
• Analytics;
• History of art;
• Bilingual education;
• Biostatistics;
• Biotechnology;
• Econmics;
• Educational Policy and Leadership;
• Environmental Science;
• Finance;
• Design Games;
• Health Promotion Management;
• International Economics;
• International training and education;
• Political science;
• Public administration;
• Public Policy;
• Quantitative analysis;
• The property;
• Statistics;
• Taxation;
• Teaching English as a Foreign Language (Tesol).

Quick overview:

• Age of participants: from 20 years;
• Duration of the programs: 1-2 years;
• Level of English: IELTS 6.5-7.0 / TOEFL 80 / Pearson Versant 70 (subject to change depending on direction / school);
• Classes start: January, September;
• Level of education: Bachelor's degree;
• Foreign participants are encouraged to enter through Pre-Master's;
• Language of instruction: English.

About the educational course: The Department of Magistracy of American University Washington has an exceptionally high quality of education and a wide range of specialties. For admission, you need a bachelor's degree and a fairly high level of language. Foreign participants can take advantage of the Pre-Master's course.

List of directions:

• Art and Design;
• Business, finance and economics;
• Education;
• Basics of Right;
• International relations and politics;
• Liberal Arts;
• Health;
• Sociology.

Master's degree gives undoubted advantages in terms of professionalism and competence - students receive a fundamental knowledge base. In the field of teaching, exceptional masters of their work are working here, professionals who deserve recognition not only in the United States, but throughout the world. Moreover, meetings with current politicians, experts and scientists are regularly held, there is an exchange of opinions and live communication. Great attention is paid to the development of skills of independent and research work. Students undergo internships in specialized organizations, companies and public authorities. Each specialty is evaluated in a specific number of credits, which must be earned. In addition to standard education, on-line programs and courses for obtaining certificates are available. Upon completion of the eduaction, students receive a diploma and a master's degree in the relevant field of science. Graduates find work without difficulty and achieve considerable success in their career.

Master's degree in American University Washington:

• Accounting;
• Flexible project management;
• Analytics;
• History of Art;
• Management in art;
• Audio Technology;
• Bilingual Education;
• Biology;
• Master of Business Administration;
• Master of Business Administration: Professional Program ;
• Chemistry;
• Communication: Journalism and Public Affairs;
• Communication: Producing Film, Television, and Video;
• Computer Science;
• Creative Writing;
• Development Management;
• Economics;
• Education Policy and Leadership;
• Environmental Science;
• Ethics, Peace and Global Affairs;
• Films and electronic media;
• Finance;
• Game Design;
• Global Environmental Policy;
• Global Media;
• Health Promotion Management;
• Healthcare Management;
• History;
• Analytics and Human Resources Management;
• Educational Design and Learning Analytics;
• Intercultural and International Communication;
• International Affairs: Comparative and International Disability Policy;
• Comparative and regional studies;
• International Affairs: Global Governance, Politics, and Security;
• International Affairs: International Economic Relations;
• Natural Resources and Sustainable Development;
• US foreign policy and national security;
• International Development;
• International Economics;
• International Peace and Conflict Resolution;
• International Relations;
• International Service: International Studies Track;
• International Training and Education;
• Journalism and Digital Narratives;
• Justice, Law and Criminology;
• Literature;
• Management;
• Marketing;
• Mathematics;
• Measurement and Evaluation;
• Media Entrepreneurship;
• Modular Master's Program;
• Nutrition Education;
• Organizational Development;
• Philosophy;
• Political Communication;
• Political Science;
• Biostatistics;
• Professional Science: Biotechnology;
• Environmental Assessment;
• Quantitative analysis;
• Psychology;
• Public Administration;
• Public Administration and Policy;
• Public Anthropology;
• Public Policy;
• Real Estate;
• Social Enterprise;
• Sociological Research and Practice;
• Spanish: Latin American Studies;
• Special Education: Learning Disabilities;
• Sport Analytics and Management;
• Statistics;
• Strategic Communication;
• Studio Art;
• Sustainability Management;
• Taxation;
• Teaching (MAT);
• Teaching English as a Foreign Language;
• Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages;
• The policy of terrorism and national security.

Online Master's programs:

• Flexible Project Management;
• Analytics;
• Business Administration;
• Health Management;
• Analysis and management of human resources;
• Educational design and teaching analytics;
• International relationships;
• Measurement and evaluation;
• Food industry;
• Public administration and politics;
• Sports Analytics and Management;
• Eduaction.

Quick overview:

• Age of participants: from 17 years;
• Duration: 14 weeks;
• Start of classes:
  • For preparation for International Year One: January, June, August;
  • To prepare for Pre-Master's: January, June, August.
• Level of English:
  • For the International Year One (minimum): IELTS 4.5-5.0 / TOEFL 50-60 / Pearson 36-39;
  • For the Pre-Master's (minimum): IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 68.
• Language of instruction: English;
• Participants: Applicants applying for International Year One and Pre-Master's.

Not all foreign applicants entering International Year One or Pre-Master's have the required level of language. Especially for those who need to improve it, special sessions (Academic English) lasting 1 semester (14 weeks) are conducted, and for the preparation for International Year One there is also a course lasting 2 semesters. Classes are held in classes with a small number of people, which allows students to fully immerse themselves in the language atmosphere and receive advice on all topics / sections that cause difficulties. With the students there are professional language teachers with proficient education and various certificates. The lessons are intensive and are built around the main sections of linguistics:

• Grammar, vocabulary;
• Written speech;
• Oral speech;
• Listening.

Much attention is paid to the development of university teaching and research skills, the ability to correctly and accurately use the language in written and spoken language, the ability to prepare and present presentations and speak to a wide audience. In the course of the classes, the level of English is significantly increased and students are transferred to International Year One or Pre-Master's.

Quick overview: The OHLA University Study Program allows international students to automatically enroll in multiple university programs throughout the United States. A team of experts prepares students for university studies, guides students towards successful admission. The minimum level of English is Advanced.

Pathway provides students with the opportunity to prepare for college by getting information, doing exercises that make academic requirements clear, and removing common barriers that can stunt student progress. Topics: resources, teaching methods, writing skills, critical thinking skills, motivation, self-efficacy. Particular attention is paid to group work, mutual learning.

Training program:

• Acquaintance with other students, staff and teachers, developed support network before starting training at CSM;
• Getting to know the campus and its valuable resources;
• Obtaining 1 college credit.