INTERNATIONAL YEAR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS - Western Washington University
The International Year is a one, two, or three-quarter program offering preparation for a wide range of majors that suit all interests.
You will learn in a supportive environment to develop your academic and English language skills while adjusting to living and learning in the USA. After successfully completing the program with the required grades, you can continue your undergraduate degree with the confidence to engage and succeed.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
During your program, you will study a range of academic courses and English for Academic Purposes courses. The English for Academic Purposes classes will give you the solid English language foundation you need to succeed in your degree. We will support you to gain new skills in academic writing, listening, and reading.
Academic coursework will depend on your background and chosen progression degree. Some courses may include math, English, finance, leadership, dance, or energy studies.
Intakes
- June
- Sep
- Jan
- March
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
CareerAhead is our integrated careers service, designed to help you prepare for the competitive employment market. We will help you develop a personalized career plan, develop your resume, and improve your career skills. With our guidance, you will graduate as a confident, highly skilled, and employable graduate.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Entry to study the International Year is based on meeting specific academic and English language requirements. For the International Pathway Program, you will need to meet a lower level of entry requirements than you would for direct admission to the University. This will provide you with the opportunity to improve your English language proficiency and academic skills before beginning your university degree.
Academic Entry Requirements
Applicants for the International Year need to provide proof of successful completion of a US secondary education or equivalent, with a minimum 2.0 GPA (Grade Point Average).
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- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
30000 USD
Annual Cost of Living: 12000 USD
Application Fee: N/A