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U.S. University Pathway Guide | 2017FOR HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS
Students pay the same tuition as a domestic, out-of-state or international undergraduate student (no additional cost).
Extra class hours and free tutorials are available for students.
OF STUDENTS REPORT HIGH SATISFACTION96%
SUPPORT TO HELP STUDENTS EVERY STEP OF THE WAY24/7OF STUDENTS WHO COMPLETE OUR PROGRAM PROGRESS TO PARTNER UNIVERSITY
95%
Advantages of an on-campus university pathway program
The pathway program is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree program.
Students live and learn on campus from day one.
Students learn in small classes taught by experienced university instructors.
Personalized academic advising and student support are available at each level of study.
Students gain industry experience via co-operative education and internship programs.
With flexible entry requirements, no SAT or ACT is needed to apply.
A single visa will cover both the student’s program with Navitas and their program with the partner university in the U.S.
ContentsPathway and English language programs ................................................................................. 2
Student support services ........................................................................................................ 4
Counselor support services ..................................................................................................... 6
Our university partners ............................................................................................................ 8
Navitas at Florida Atlantic University ................................................................................ 10
Navitas at University of Massachusetts Boston ................................................................. 12
Navitas at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth ........................................................... 14
Navitas at University of Massachusetts Lowell .................................................................. 16
Navitas at University of New Hampshire ........................................................................... 18
Undergraduate degree programs ........................................................................................... 20
Accommodations .................................................................................................................. 22
Scholarships, tuition and fees........................................................................................... 26-27
Academic calendar ............................................................................................................... 27
How to apply ......................................................................................................................... 28
A MESSAGE FROM OUR DIRECTOR I would like to welcome you to the many opportunities within the United States at our partner universities-offering an exceptional experience and access to post-secondary schooling that will accelerate your success to your sophomore year.
My colleagues at each of our university programs understand the needs you have transitioning from high school and will offer you an immediate community to engage with, recreational activities to build your social networks and spend extra time with you to build your creative, intellectual and cultural experience in the USA.
Your adventure begins with your application. We will help you process your admissions quickly, so you won’t have to wait on a response. From that moment, you will realize how great it is to have support around you.My team and I are committed to your future and encourage you to join us as you transform your academic career from high school to university and look forward to being your leader through the one of the most important decisions you will make. Michelle Westfort, EdDDirector of Recruitment, Navitas
Undergraduate pathway programs Navitas pathway programs ensure high-potential students are given the extra support and assistance needed to succeed in U.S. higher education.
International University Transfer Program (IUTP)/Undergraduate Pathway Program (UPP)The IUTP/UPP is a two- or three-semester program, which consists of for-credit courses and provides an academic and cultural bridge from
high school to university study. The IUTP/UPP is equivalent to the first year of a bachelor’s degree program and students attend classes on the university campus. Upon successful completion of the IUTP/UPP, students will move directly into the second year of their chosen undergraduate degree program.
Program benefits• students can begin in September,
January or May• small class sizes (18-25 students)• personalized advising and
dedicated student support
Undergraduate Pathway Program
Academic entry requirements may vary. To progress to a university degree program, students must achieve the necessary entry requirements.
Navitas IUTP/UPPYear 1
Undergraduate degreeYear 2
Undergraduate degreeYear 3
Undergraduate degreeYear 4
YOUR PATHWAY TO AN UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE IN THE U.S.
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Entry requirements*
Academic and English Language Requirements Florida Atlantic University
UMass Boston
UMassDartmouth
UMass Lowell
University of New Hampshire
Undergraduate Direct Admission†GPA 3.4 3.5-3.0 Varies 3.0 3.0
IELTS/TOEFL 6.5/79 6.0/79 6.5/79 6.5/79 6.5/80
IUTP/UPP: 2 Semesters
GPA 2.5 2.0 (2.75 Engr.) 2.0 2.0 2.5
IELTS/TOEFL 6.0/75 6.0/75 6.0 (with no band lower than 5.5)/75 6.0/75 6.0 (no band
lower than 5.5)/75
IUTP/UPP: 3 Semesters
GPA 2.0 2.0 (2.75 Engr.) 2.0 2.0 2.5
IELTS/TOEFL 5.5/69 5.5/69 5.5 (with no band lower than 5.0)/70 5.5/70
5.5 (Reading/Writing: 5.5/Speaking/
Listening 5.0)/70
IUTP/UPP: 3 Semesters with Academic English
GPA 2.0 2.0 (2.75 Engr.) 2.0 2.0 N/A
IELTS/TOEFL 5.0/59 5.0/59 5.0 (with no band lower than 4.5)/59 5.0/59 4.5-5.5/50-69
* English requirements may be waived if proof can be provided that language of instruction is in English. † Students must also submit SAT/ACT scores and meet other entry requirements.
Undergraduate Pathway Program
Age Requirements*
Florida Atlantic University 16 years of age or older
UMass Boston 17 years of age or older†
UMass Dartmouth 16 years of age or older
UMass Lowell 16 years of age or older
University of New Hampshire 17 years of age or older* Students under 18 must have parental/guardian consent to attend a Navitas program. † Age 16 is a possibility on a case-by-case basis.
U.S. Passport/Green Card Holders Accepted?
Florida Atlantic University Yes
UMass Boston No
UMass Dartmouth Yes
UMass Lowell Yes
University of New Hampshire Yes
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Our commitment to student support The Navitas student support team is always happy to help students with any difficulty or query no matter how big or small.
Student support4
Navitas is a great program with a lot of opportunities for foreign students like myself. They helped me obtain my U.S. visa and even had a special orientation for international students, which really helps with your understanding of what to do and how.”
CRISTIAN MAGDIL, REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVAUPP: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Our teamThe student support team looks after all of our students’ needs, including:
• academic performance monitoring• attendance monitoring• academic advising• orientation• disability support• social activities• student welfare• tutoring and writing labs• 24/7 emergency assistance
Academic advisingThe academic team and teaching staff are available throughout the semester for individual or group consultation. Student support officers meet with students regularly to ensure they are progressing successfully through the program and are prepared for the demands of university study. These sessions grant our students the opportunity to discuss any academic or personal concerns, so the student and student support office can work together to find an immediate solution.
Counseling and guidanceAdjusting to a new environment can be a stressful experience for some students. Navitas’ professional and experienced staff provide a variety of learning, social and personal support services. All Navitas students also have access to the partner university’s excellent health and counseling services.
Student support
OF STUDENTS SATISFIED WITH OUR SUPPORT SERVICES
93%
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Counselor support services Every Navitas partnership is unique and we pride ourselves on managing relationships individually and ensuring consistent quality with embedded marketing, admissions, academic and student support teams.
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The Navitas staff have been super helpful, from being supportive when I was applying for a visa to helping me settle in. I couldn’t have made a better choice.”
SYLVIA UNIMNA, NIGERIAUPP: COMPUTER SCIENCE
Awarded the Academic Merit Scholarship during her first year at UMass Boston
Program selectionWith over 200 possible undergraduate majors to choose from, our Navitas’ counselor support staff can help you find the right higher education program for your international students with high potential.
Application supportWe offer free assistance during the application process and once all necessary documents have been received, students can expect an admission decision with 1-2 business days.
College prep seminarsNavitas’ admissions and marketing staff are available to conduct a free college preparatory seminar focused on college admission essay writing tips or on career assessment and skills inventory.
Our staff Navitas’ highly trained team is absolutely unparalleled in the international education industry and our friendly counselor support staff are here to help you every step of the way.
Our staff:• includes more than 170 recruitment, admissions and
student support professionals (130 already overseas)• speaks more than 30 languages• has lived in more than 50 different countries• experiences comprehensive and ongoing training programs
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Florida Atlantic University
TOP 200Undergraduate Engineering Program U.S. News & World Report, 2016
University partners
Meet our university partners We are proud to partner with high-achieving universities, with leadership that recognizes the value of a diverse and well-educated student body.
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University of New Hampshire#47Top Public SchoolsU.S. News & World Report, 2016
UMass Boston
TOP 100Universities for Life SciencesTimes Higher Education, 2016
UMass Lowell
TOP 200Undergraduate Business (#191) and Undergraduate Engineering (#109)U.S. News & World Report, 2016
University partners
UMass Dartmouth#39Best Undergraduate Engineering ProgramU.S. News & World Report, 2016
Full access to university facilities Navitas’ pathway programs are located on the partner university’s campus. Students use libraries, computer laboratories, recreation facilities, common areas and other general student services as well as having access to student clubs and societies. This enhances the student experience and aids retention as students integrate into campus life in that first year, making the move to the second year of their undergraduate degree much easier.
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• Undergraduate Pathway Program (UPP): 2 or 3 Semesters (Year 1); 3 Semesters with Academic English (Year 1 with English component)
- Arts and Letters - Business - Design and Social Inquiry - Education - Engineering and Computer Science
- Science
Programs offered
Navitas at Florida Atlantic University Some universities measure greatness in decades and centuries. Florida Atlantic University measures it with every student who earns a degree, every researcher who makes a discovery and every community that is transformed.
Why study with FAU?• Florida Atlantic University offers
students the best of everything — a world-class education in a beautiful sub–tropical setting.
• FAU has been awarded over $33 million in grants for science research and educational projects.
• Modern, safe, clean and multicultural: with almost 50 percent of its student body classified as minority or international students, FAU ranks as the most racially, ethnically and culturally diverse institution in Florida’s State University System; as well as offering beautiful beaches and a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle.
• Among FAU’s prestigious alumni are CEOs, CFOs, COOs of major corporations such as BellSouth Latin America, Boeing Japan, Cingular Wireless, Motorola and Office Depot.
Featured subject areasSciences and TechnologiesFAU is taking its place among the world’s great research centers and has been given the designation of a “High Research Activity” university by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
The Research Park at FAU is home to 22 companies employing nearly 1,000 people. It includes a Student Innovation and Invention Lab designed for use by FAU student teams working on industry projects. FAU is also home to the Southeast National Marine Renewable Energy Center, a federally funded research facility developing technology to harness the power of Florida’s ocean currents.
BusinessFAU’s College of Business is among the elite business schools worldwide with Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation, the highest worldwide standard of achievement for business schools.
Business students will also have real-world experience in the newly designed Trading Room which combines Bloomberg software solutions and FAU’s state-of-the-art stations.
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I would most definitely recommend FAU because it has a huge campus and the other facilities are also amazing. The business school at FAU is accredited by AACSB, so I am confident that I am getting a high-quality education.”
HET SHAH, INDIAUPP: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
of student body is minority or international students
50%
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The Navitas staff offer students so much support during their first year. The staff are really looking after all of us to make sure we succeed and provide us with extra tutoring. They help us with anything we really need to excel in our courses.”
NECMETTEN TURK, TURKEYUPP: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (FINANCE)
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Navitas at UMass Boston Part of the prestigious University of Massachusetts system, UMass Boston offers students a high quality and affordable education in the heart of America’s education capital. With more than 17,000 students from all corners of the globe, UMass Boston hosts one of the most ethnically and socially diverse student populations in New England.
Why study at UMass Boston?• The UMass System is ranked #141
in the World University Rankings.(Times Higher Education, 2016)
• Boston is the #1 student city in the U.S. and #13 in the world. (QS University Rankings, 2016)
• UMass Boston’s MBA program is ranked #41, according to QS TopMBA, 2015.
• Ranked Top 100 universities for Life Sciences (Times Higher Education, 2015)
• Undergraduate Business Management is ranked Tier 1, #156. (U.S. News & World Report, 2016)
• Boston is a worldwide hub for innovation and technology. In fact, the modern telephone, Internet, Dropbox and even Facebook were invented by Bostonians.
Featured subject areas
Management
• The first year of UMass Boston Bachelor of Science in Management satisfies the general education requirements to major in: Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management and Information Systems, among others.
• First-rate faculty and diverse, high achieving student body; the college offers innovative, interdisciplinary curricula tuned to the changing needs of the global economy.
• Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).
Computer Science• The College of Science and
Mathematics is home to a first-rate faculty and a diverse, high-achieving student body.
• The program is accredited by ABET which assures quality for degree programs in applied science, computing, engineering and technology.
• Curriculum stresses software development and training for students in areas such as systems programming, computer development, artificial intelligence, database management and software engineering.
student city in the U.S.#1
• Undergraduate Pathway Program (UPP): 2 or 3 Semesters (Year 1); 3 Semesters with Academic English (Year 1 with English component)
- Liberal Arts - Management - Science and Mathematics
Programs offered
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Navitas at UMass DartmouthUMass Dartmouth distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research resulting in personal and lifelong student success.
Why study at UMass Dartmouth?• The UMass System is ranked #141
in the World University Rankings. (Times Higher Education, 2016)
• Ranked #39 Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (U.S. News & World Report, 2016)
• Charlton College of Business was named to The Princeton Review’s 2015 edition of its “Best 296 Business Schools.”
• Animation Career Review ranks CVPA’s digital media programs in the top 30 in the United States.
• Potential US$9,000 scholarship for students who can maintain a 3.0 GPA during their undergraduate study
Featured subject areasManagement/MarketingThe Charlton College of Business (CCB) is ranked by The Princeton Review as one of the top 300 business schools in the country. CCB has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).
CCB’s marketing curriculum prepares students for a successful career in the many phases of marketing and distributing products and services throughout the global economy — with a focus on consumers and acquiring information for decision-making.
Engineering• The College of Engineering is ABET
accredited and is ranked by U.S. World News & Report in the top 50 Tier 1 Regional Engineering schools in the U.S.
• The College of Engineering Cooperative Education and Internship program allows engineering students to gain valuable experience while earning money.
• The College’s Bioengineering undergraduate program is the first of its kind offered in the UMass system.
Visual and Performing ArtsThe College of Visual & Performing Arts (CVPA) is a dynamic arts college that helps students to develop and showcase their talent. CVPA is a tight-knit community of artists, scholars and musicians working together to inspire and breed creativity.
CVPA offers courses in graphic design, digital media, photography, painting, sculpture, art/music history, art/music education, ceramics, jewelry/metals, textile design and music performance.
• Undergraduate Pathway Program (UPP): 2 or 3 Semesters (Year 1); 3 Semesters with Academic English (Year 1 with English component)
- Arts and Sciences - Business - Engineering - Visual and Performing Arts
Programs offered
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Navitas helped me a lot, especially with English. All the staff and teachers were very accommodating and were so supportive with getting used to life in the United States. Whenever I needed anything, they were there for me. Navitas is like family.”
THAO MA, VIETNAMUPP: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
digital media programs in the U.S.
Top 30
UMass Dartmouth 15
I chose UMass Lowell because it is a very good engineering university. What I enjoy most about the university is being with friends from different parts of the world.”
SAVINDULA MAHENDRA, INDIAUPP: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
best value colleges in the U.S.#10UMass Lowell16
Navitas at UMass Lowell UMass Lowell is a comprehensive, national research university located in a diverse community only 45 minutes from the heart of historic Boston.UMass Lowell is committed to preparing students for work in the real world—solving real problems and helping real people—by providing an affordable, high-quality education.
Why study at UMass Lowell?• The UMass System is ranked #141
in the World University Rankings. (Times Higher Education, 2016)
• UMass Lowell is among the top 200 research universities in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report, 2016)
• Tier 1, Nationally Ranked University, Top 200 in Business (#191) and Engineering (#109) (U.S. News & World Report, 2016)
• Forbes ranks UMass Lowell #10 of the 25 best value colleges in the U.S.
• Potential US$9,000 scholarship for students who can maintain a 3.0 GPA during their undergraduate study
Featured subject areasComputer ScienceThe Department of Computer Science research programs are funded by the National Science Foundation, the Department of Homeland Security, the
Department of Defense, and various companies including EMC, HP, Intel, Pfizer and Sun.
Its graduates have been hired by companies such as 3COM, Analog Devices, Avid, BAE, Cisco, EMC, Fidelity, Google, IBM, iRobot, MITRE, Microsoft, Motorola, Oracle, Raytheon and Segway.
EngineeringThe Francis College of Engineering is internationally recognized for applied research and for several programs focused on “on-the-rise” technologies, such as nanotechnology.
UMass Lowell is one of a few public universities in the U.S. to offer accredited undergraduate degrees in plastics engineering and nuclear engineering. UMass Lowell has a radiation laboratory with a research nuclear reactor and Van de Graaff accelerator that provides students with real-world experience in particle physics, nuclear engineering and health physics.
Earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in five years
Bachelor’s to master’s programs give students the opportunity to complete two degrees in as little as five years, saving valuable time and money. There are nearly two dozen undergraduate majors at UMass Lowell that offer a combined accelerated bachelor’s to master’s degree program.
• Undergraduate Pathway Program (UPP): 2 or 3 Semesters (Year 1); 3 Semesters with Academic English (Year 1 with English component)
- Business - Engineering - Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
- Health Sciences - Sciences - Sciences-Mathemathics
Programs offered
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Navitas at University of New HampshireThe University of New Hampshire (UNH) is a premier research university providing comprehensive, high quality programs of distinction.Set on a classic American campus in the seacoast town of Durham, UNH is one hour from Boston to the south and New Hampshire’s White Mountains to the north.
Why study at the University of New Hampshire?
• Ranked #103 U.S. university (U.S. News & World Report, 2015)
• Ranked 44 Top Public School with excellent academic programs in Business, Engineering and Liberal Arts
• New Hampshire is consistently ranked among three safest states in the U.S.
Featured subject areasBusiness and EconomicsUNH’s Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics is ranked among the top 100 U.S. business schools by Bloomberg Businessweek and also boasts an employment placement rate of 96%.
Home to the second oldest hospitality program in the U.S., UNH undergraduate students choose from three concentrations: hotel and resort management, food and beverages or event management. Students must also complete 800 paid internship hours. Placements with industry leaders, such as Hilton and Marriott, are very high for UNH graduates.
Engineering• UNH has a space science center
on campus, which is NASA recognized. It has supplied instruments to 23 space missions, and two UNH alumni are in the ranks of NASA astronauts.
• UNH is home to the Flow Physics Facility—the world’s largest scientific quality boundary-layer wind tunnel facility.
• UNH includes a number of cooperative institutes, academic and research centers that support marine science research and exploration.
• International University Transfer Program (IUTP): 2 or 3 Semesters (Year 1); 4-6 Semesters with Academic English (Year 1 with English component)
- Business and Economics - Engineering and Physical Sciences
- Liberal Arts
Programs offered
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I would advise all students to come here. They will get a good education, have a good social life and Navitas helps you to meet new students. My English level wasn’t that good, but thanks to Navitas, I didn’t feel shy or embarrassed. I made friends with everyone.”
MATIN MASIMLI, AZERBAIJANIUTP: COMPUTER SCIENCE
U.S. Public School (U.S. News & World Report, 2016)
Top 50
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BusinessAccounting
Business Administration
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance/Financial Management
Health Administration
Hospitality/International Tourism Management
International Business/Management
Leadership/Organizational Change
Management
Management Information Systems
Marketing
Operations Management
Supply Chain Management/Logistics
Engineering/Computer ScienceBioinformatics
Biological Engineering
Biotechnology
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Data Science
Digital Media/Games Design
Electrical Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Geomatics Engineering
Information Technology/Science
Mechanical Engineering
Nanotechnology Engineering
Nuclear/Energy Engineering
Ocean Engineering
Physics/Engineering Physics
Plastics Engineering
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Artisanry (Ceramics, Jewelry, Textile Design/Fiber Arts)
Asian Studies
Classical Studies/Latin/Greek
Communication Studies
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Dance
Economics
Education (Childhood, Primary, Secondary)
English/English Literature/Teaching/Writing
French/French Studies
Geography
German
Graphic Design/Digital Media
History
Humanities/Liberal Arts
International Affairs
Italian/Italian Studies
Jewish Studies
Journalism
Labor Studies
Latin American and Iberian Studies
Linguistics
Multimedia Technology/Multimedia Studies
Music (Education, Performance)
Music (Business, Commercial, Recording)
Peace and Conflict Studies
Philosophy/Ethics
Philosophy and Public Policy
Political Science
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Psychology
Public Policy and Sustainability
Public Safety/Public Management
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Women’s and Gender Studies
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Bioinformatics
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Biotechnology
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Clinical Sciences
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Earth Sciences Education
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Forensic Science
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Marine Biology/Oceanography
Mathematics Education
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Accommodations Students in a Navitas program live and study alongside domestic undergraduate students.
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FAUOn-campus accommodationFAU guarantees on–campus housing. The beautiful residence halls, some with a view of coastline, provide a safe, clean, well maintained living environment and offer assistance of professional staff.
Conveniently located — the residence halls are only a short walk from the academic buildings, Atlantic dining hall, the libraries, the Fitness & Recreation Center and more.
First year residence halls – Parliament HallParliament Hall is a suite-style residence hall consisting of both double and single rooms for freshmen (assigned on an as available basis).
• All suites feature a common entrance and two bathroom facilities (all students will have no more than three other suite mates).
• Each bedroom includes a bed, dresser, desk, and chair, and is equipped with unlimited access Ethernet connections and basic cable television service.
• Access to on-site fitness center, computer lab housing both Mac and PC computers, a common room that is equipped with a flat screen television, projector and screen, a full kitchen, laundry room and two-story study lounges
• Building offers a 24-hour desk operation
• From US$3,000 per semesterFurther information available from fau.edu/housing/tour/par.php
UMass BostonHomestayHomestay provides international students with comfortable housing at affordable prices. Locations are always in safe urban and suburban neighborhoods in and around Boston. Navitas’ preferred provider is Global Immersions.
• Available from US$400 a week, including breakfast, per student, based on availability
• Available from US$1,280-$1,640 monthly, including breakfast and evening meals, per student, based on availability
• Includes local telephone, Internet access, laundry facilities television and all utilities. Public transportation (subway/bus) within walking distance
More details at globalimmersions.com
ApartmentsHarbor Point ApartmentsHarbor Point offers spacious and luxurious apartments across the street from the UMass Boston campus. With a range of multi-bedroom styles, students can live alone or share a unit with other students. There is no furniture in Harbor Point apartments.
• One, two and three bedroom apartments available
• Rent from US$1,305-$2,610 per month, per student
More details at harborpointonthebay.com
Peninsula ApartmentsLive by the sea at The Peninsula, Boston’s newest waterfront high-rise apartment complex. Conveniently located directly opposite from campus, it’s a short walk to class and to the subway, and only minutes to downtown Boston. There is no furniture in Peninsula apartments.
• Studio, one, two or three bedroom apartments available
• Available from US$1,400–$2,300 per month, per student
More details at peninsula-apts.com
Eaves Quincy Apartments
Eaves Quincy apartments are located directly across the water from UMass Boston, and is just one stop away from campus on the public transit system. There is no furniture in Eaves Quincy apartments. Please note that Eaves Quincy apartments are available for graduate students only.
• One and two bedrooms available• Ten minute train ride to UMass
Boston and 20 minutes from downtown Boston
• Two to 12 month leases• Rent starts at US$1,000 per month,
per student, and can change based on availability and length of lease
More details at avaloncommunities.com
Furnishing your apartmentIt is rare to find an apartment in Boston that is already furnished, so students should prepare to buy or rent furniture upon arrival. There are several stores near UMass Boston where students can purchase affordable furnishings. You may visit the Navitas at UMass Boston Supply Swap Facebook page to see what items other students are currently selling.
Those who do not want to buy may rent furniture. Visit the CORT Furniture website at cort.com/student to view student packages which range between $100-200 per month.
Please note that students must be moved in and present at the apartment at the time of furniture delivery. CORT will not deliver to your apartment prior to your arrival.
Rental Beast is an organization that will help you find an apartment in or around Boston. They can also assist with paperwork and securing furniture before you arrive: rentalbeast.com
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UMass DartmouthOn-campus accommodationAll undergraduate Navitas UMass Dartmouth students are required to live on campus, in the traditional first year dormitories, during the Undergraduate Pathway Program.
First year residence halls• Fully furnished two or
three person units• Rooms equipped with Internet
ports for each student, telephone lines and cable TV
• Each of the first year halls offers multi-purpose room with study and recreational space, laundry room and student mailboxes
• Short walk from the classroom buildings, dining halls, sporting fields, the Student Center, the University Library
• Each of the first year halls is staffed with both professional staff and student resident assistants (RAs) on hand to help with questions and problems
• From $9,751 per year (costs vary depending on the residence hall)
Further information available from umassd.edu/housing/livingoncampus/firstyear
UMass LowellOn-campus accommodationAll undergraduate Navitas UMass Lowell students are required to live on campus during the Undergraduate Pathway Program.
Campus residence halls• From single to eight person suites• Short walk from the classroom
buildings, dining halls• Utilities, Internet, electricity included
in rent• From $4,750 per semester
Further information available from www.uml.edu/student-services/reslife/residence-halls
University ApartmentsApartments range from one bedroom to three bedrooms with two to six residents.
• Fully furnished, full kitchen (meal plans are optional), air conditioning
• On-site parking with a University Parking Pass available
• Shuttle transportation to and from campus
• Distance to campus — from walking distance to three-quarters of a mile
• Utilities, Internet, electricity included in rent
• From $4,800 per semesterFurther information available from uml.edu/student-services/reslife/residence-halls/university-apartments.aspx
University of New HampshireOn-campus accommodationAll undergraduate Navitas UNH students are required to live on campus during the International University Transfer Program.
Campus residence halls27 different on–campus residence halls grouped into three separate and very different residential areas: The Hills, The Valley and The Timbers
• From single to four person rooms• Fully furnished, all bills included• Rooms equipped with Internet
ports for each student• Access to laundry facilities within
each hall• Cable television and Wi-Fi in lounge
spaces• Short walk from the academic
buildings, dining halls, library• On-campus apartments are also
available• From $3,410 per semester
Further information available from unh.navitas.com/accommodation
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Scholarships and bursariesEach year through the Navitas academic merit scholarship program, 162 scholarships are awarded worldwide to students currently studying in our university pathway colleges and managed campuses.
Navitas academic merit scholarshipsNavitas provides a limited number of scholarship(s) each semester to continuing students attending a Navitas school who have displayed high academic skills and talents. These students must also demonstrate commitment to fostering intercultural understanding through their engagement at the Navitas school.* The number and value of the award will be solely determined by Navitas.
For programs that matriculate directly into a university degree program, the scholarship will cover only the Navitas member institute components of the program for the semester.
More information can be obtained from the Navitas representative about how to apply for a merit scholarship.
Navitas family bursariesNavitas offers financial support in the form of family bursaries. A bursary applies where two or more students from the same family study with a Navitas member institution.* The bursary is equivalent to 10 percent of the tuition fee of your program of study.†
UMass Lowell/UMass Dartmouth‡ International Scholars AwardThe International Scholars Award is a renewable award available specifically for Navitas at UMass Lowell/UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate Pathway Program (UPP) students. The award amount is US$3,000 per year and the scholarship is awarded to all international students who successfully complete the UPP program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Continuation of this undergraduate degree scholarship is dependent on maintaining full-time status and a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 at the end of each academic year. This scholarship is renewable annually and awarded for a maximum of four years.* The Navitas family bursary and academic merit scholarships are offered to students studying at ACBT, AUSI, BCUIC, Curtin College, Curtin Singapore, CRIC, Deakin College, EIBT, EIC, Eynesbury, FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, La Trobe Melbourne, La Trobe University Sydney Campus, LBIC, Navitas at FAU, Navitas at UMass Boston, Navitas at UMass Dartmouth, Navitas at UMass Lowell, Navitas at UNH, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT, SAIBT and UCIC only.
† The Navitas bursary is not applicable to any English language program or any component of an English language program offered by a Navitas member institution.
‡ Additional terms and conditions apply for this scholarship. Visit umd.navitas.com/scholarships for full details.
This information is correct as at the time of printing and may be subject to change without notice or at the discretion of Navitas member institutions or Navitas Limited.
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2017 cost of attendance*
2017/18 academic calendar*
2017 Summer Semester Applications close Orientation Classes start Classes end
Florida Atlantic University April 3 May 10 May 15 August 9
UMass Boston April 21 May 24 May 30 August 24
UMass Dartmouth April 7 May 25 May 30 August 11
UMass Lowell April 12 May 10 May 15 August 5
University of New Hampshire April 21 May 23 May 30 August 4
2017 Fall Semester Applications close Orientation Classes start Classes end
Florida Atlantic University July 14 August 16 August 21 December 13
UMass Boston August 4 August 30 September 6 December 22
UMass Dartmouth July 24 August 30 September 6 December 19
UMass Lowell July 19 August 28 September 5 December 22
University of New Hampshire July 21 August 22 August 28 December 15
2018 Spring Semester Applications close Orientation Classes start Classes end
Florida Atlantic University December 1 January 4, 2018 January 10, 2018 May 4, 2018
UMass Boston December 13 January 17, 2018 January 22, 2018 May 18, 2018
UMass Dartmouth December 13 January 17, 2018 January 19, 2018 May 11, 2018
UMass Lowell November 28 January 11, 2018 January 15, 2018 May 4, 2018
University of New Hampshire December 13 January 15, 2018 January 22, 2018 May 18, 2018
* Semester dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date listings, visit navitas.com.
Tuition UPP/IUTP UPP + Academic English
Florida Atlantic University $20,610 $4,305 (plus UPP)
UMass Boston $32,040 $4,862 (plus UPP)
UMass Dartmouth $27,000† $3,825 (plus UPP)
UMass Lowell $31,290† $4,515 (plus UPP)
University of New Hampshire $28,800 N/A
Other Fees and Charges UPP Fees Insurance Accommodation§ Meal Plan Living Expenses
Florida Atlantic University $3,973 $1,474 From $3,050 From $1,800 N/A
UMass Boston $1,238-$1,398 $2,035 N/A N/A $12,000/year
UMass Dartmouth $2,850 $2,168 From $10,504 From $4,346 N/A
UMass Lowell $2,375-$3,438 $1,435 From $4,750 From $2,334 N/A
University of New Hampshire $3,764-$4,150 $2,280 From $3,410 From $2,059 N/A
* Students will be charged per credit; actual cost may be higher or lower depending on specific course choices. Tuition, fees and charges listed are current at time of printing and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date listings, please visit navitas.com. † Additional $175-500 mandatory fees apply for students not studying in the UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Business or UMass Lowell Manning School of Business. § Per semester costs, except for UMass Dartmouth, which is per year. On-campus accommodation is unavailable for UMass Boston students.
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How to apply
Visit our websites to apply online
Navitas at Florida Atlantic University: fau.navitas.com/apply
Navitas at UMass Boston: umb.navitas.com/apply
Navitas at UMass Dartmouth: umd.navitas.com/apply
Navitas at UMass Lowell: uml.navitas.com/apply
Navitas at University of New Hampshire: unh.navitas.com/apply
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Our admissions support staff are available to help answer any questions. They speak a range of languages, including:
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Admission decision timelines
Once all necessary application documents are received, students will receive an admission decision within 1-2 business days.
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