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Description

If you're thinking about attending a 4 year private institution to obtain your bachelor's degree in the United States then you've come to the right place!

Albion offers a foundation in the classical liberal arts fused with a career readiness model. We will give you the skills you need to prepare for a meaningful and successful career. Ask any of our international students and they will tell you that our International students have extraordinary experiences at Albion College.

Take a look at what sets Albion apart.

* Admission and academic staff dedicated to international students.
* Generous Scholarships of up to half the comprehensive cost per year* Please note students should have a minimum of USD 24,000 per year saved to fund their studies in the U.S. Please review of Statement of Financial Support form for current fee structure.
* Ranked in the Top 100 Top Tier National Liberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News and World Report.
* More than 100 clubs and organizations on campus
* Small class sizes, personal attention and first-rate education at a world-class institution
* More than 95 percent of Albions highly qualified faculty members hold the Ph.D. or appropriate professional degree in their field.
* Opportunities for paid undergraduate research.
* Beautiful 90-acre campus with a 144 acre Nature Center adjacent to campus on the banks of the Kalamazoo River.
* State-of-the-art facilities, including a USD 41.3 million science complex and 340-acre Equestrian Center.
* Easy access to cultural, sports, and entertainment centers like Ann Arbor, Detroit, Chicago, Toronto, and Cleveland.

Highlights

Diversity is of the up most importance and we value the unique experiences our International Students and Domestic Students Abroad contribute to our learning environment. We welcome any of your international students and/or Domestic Students Abroad to apply to our institution. In order for an international student to be eligible, they must meet the following minimum admissions requirements. This includes at least one of the following: a paper based TOEFL score of 550, an Internet Based TOEFL score of 79, an IELTS test score of 6.5 or higher or ELS completion of Course 112. In addition, Albion College will accept an ACT score of 21 or higher or a SAT score of 970 and above in lieu of language testing. Please note that the Critical Reading section needs to meet a minimum score of 450. Citizens of Australia, UK or Canada do not have to take the language examination but must take the ACT or SAT test to be eligible for admission.

As for cumulative grade point average, we are looking for a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or 80% out of 100% on a percentage scale. Albion College also recognizes the strength and diversity of the International Baccalaureate Program. Students will receive one unit (4 semester hours) of credit for higher level passes with a score of 5 or more. In addition to an Albion College International Student Application or Common Application, we require certified translations of their academic records (if applicable), two letters of recommendation and an Albion College or College Board Statement of Financial support.

Please keep in mind that Albion College offers scholarships of up to USD 20,000 a year for international students who meet the minimum requirements for admission. That is equivalent to almost half the cost of tuition, room and board. Last year we awarded an average of USD 16,000 per year in assistance. Every international student will receive some financial assistance.

University Attributes

Albion College is accredited by the:

- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
- American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
- American Chemical Society
- National Association of Schools of Music
- Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
- Michigan Department of Education

Degrees Available

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Fine Arts

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

44,155

Cost Include Description:

* Estimated Expenses for 2011-2012
- Tuition and fees - USD 31,832
- Room and Board - USD 9,187
- Matriculation Fee - USD 176
- Activity Fee - USD 176
Total Net Direct Charges - USD 41,374

* Incidental Charges
- Books and supplies - USD 600
- Health Insurance - USD 900
- Wellness Education Fee - USD 177
- Sickness Insurance - USD 104
- Travel - USD 1,000

Total Incidental Charges - USD 2,781
Total Comprehensive Fee - USD 44,155
Travel is estimated. Personal expenses are not included.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory

Participants Travel to United States

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Albion College offers scholarships of up to USD 20,000 a year for international students who meet the minimum requirements for admission. That is equivalent to almost half the cost of tuition, room and board. Last year we awarded an average of USD 16,000 per year in assistance. Every international student will receive some financial assistance.

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Albion College's Mission Statement

Albion College has earned a national reputation for its students gaining admission into America's top graduate schools. Of the approximately 1,650 students who are currently enrolled, 20 nationalities are represented among the student body. Of Albion College's 110 tenured or tenure-track faculty members, 95% hold a Ph.D. or appropriate professional degree in their given field. Most recently, Albion was rated a U.S. News and World Report, America's Best Colleges, as one of the top 100 national liberal arts colleges (2009) and a Best 371 Colleges and Best Value Colleges by Princeton Review (2010).

Year Founded

1835