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YOUR UNIVERSITY.
                        YOUR FAMILY.
                        YOUR FUTURE.

Guide for International Students 2020-2021
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We are Marshall
                                                                                                                                                                  Hollywood has even recognized the strength of the Huntington community on the big screen. The 2006 film, We are Marshall,
                                                                                                                                                                  captures the resilient spirit of the football team, university and entire town coming together after a plane crash claims the
                                                                                                                                                                  lives of team members and fans. Starring Oscar award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey, you can see how you will not just
                                                                                                                                                                  be attending a top university; you will be joining our family.

                                                                                                                                                                  Experience
                                                                                                                                                                  the Marshall difference                                                                                           Top Programs

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    #5
   #9                                    #14                                            #43
                                                                                                                        High                                                                                                                                                        Master’s Degrees in
                                                                                                                        Research                                                                                                                                                    Health Informatics

   Best Campus Security                  Top Public Schools                             Best Value Schools              Activity                                                                                                                                                    Top Master’s in Healthcare
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Administration 2018

   Best Colleges 2019                    Regional Universities, South                   U.S. News & World Report 2019   R2 - Doctoral University
                                         U.S. News & World Report 2019                                                  Carnegie Classification of Institutions
                                                                                                                        of Higher Education

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    #7
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Best Bachelor’s in
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Forensic Science
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Administration Program
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    $300M
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Engineering Programs
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    (non-doctorate)
                                                                                                                                                                  Ranked #9 Best Bachelor’s Degrees in Business Economics
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        in new buildings and renovations in

  Why Choose Marshall University?
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                                                                                                                                                                  Fast Facts

                                                     $300M
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              “INTO Marshall helped me develop my English
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               skills and accomplish my goal of obtaining an
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               advanced degree in engineering. INTO has
                                                                                                                                                                  Founded: 1837                 Campus Size: 100 acres         the perfect environment for students to take
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                full advantage of their studies, including a lot

                                                    invested
                                                                                                                                                                  Enrollment: 13,178            Research: $29M                 of resources and tutors. Being a part of this
    Most Affordable                                                                                                                                               International Students: 554   Bachelor’s: 58                  institution provided me with the opportunity
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               to dive into the United States culture and fulfill
    Universities in America                          in new buildings and renovations                                                                                                                                          my aspiration to study in America, while also
    Best Value Schools 2018                          in the last 10 years                                                                                         Countries Represented: 64     Master's and PhD: 57           making me feel at home.”
                                                                                                                                                                  Population of Huntington                                     Guilherme, Brazil
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Master of Science in Engineering
                                                                                                                                                                  Metropolitan Area: 70,000
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Columbus               New York
                                                                                                                                                                                             Denver                  Cincinnati
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     About
     Marshall University                                                                                                                                           Tradition
                                                                                                                                                                   Marshall’s roots run deep. Established over 180 years ago, the

     180+ Years of Tradition                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   2019 Student Satisfaction By the Numbers
                                                                                                                                                                   university remains dedicated to its community and student body.
                                                                                                                                                                   From the charming brick buildings all around you, you can see that
                                                                                                                                                                   our campus is everything a traditional American campus should be.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               95% of INTO Marshall students are satisfied with their learning experience
     As one of West Virginia’s oldest public institutions, Marshall University has been dedicated to                                                               Within these walls you will see beyond the surface; our tradition
     quality education with proven student success since 1837.                                                                                                     lies in creating technology, products and companies that serve the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               95% of INTO Marshall students are satisfied with their living experience
                                                                                                                                                                   public’s greater good. You will discover what it truly means to be one
                                                                                                                                                                   of the Sons and Daughters of Marshall.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               97% of INTO Marshall students are satisfied by the support they receive

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               100% of INTO Marshall are satisfied by the campus environment

      The INTO Marshall Advantage                                                    INTO Marshall Progression Rates
      Marshall University partners with INTO to create a support system for          91.6% of all Pathway students were eligible to progress at Marshall in
      international students. We offer Academic English, International Year One,     2017-18. Eligible students are those who successfully completed the Pathway
                                                                                     program and qualified for admission as degree-seeking students. Enrolled
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                The Foundation for Your Future
      Graduate Pathway, Master's International Direct and Direct Entry programs
                                                                                     students are those who registered as degree-seeking students in their next
      where you will work alongside your American peers and earn credit towards      term of degree study at their host university.
      your degree while improving your English skills. After successful completion                                                                                                                                                                              Our vision is focused on providing a world-class education for
      of your program you will be able to progress to a Marshall degree program.     Undergraduate and Graduate Progression Rate 2017-2018                                                                                                                      students from across the country and around the globe. Our faculty
      INTO Marshall is located on campus and provides students many                                                                                                                                                                                             are more than just teachers. They are leaders, mentors and cultivators

                                                                                         91.6%
      services including:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       of talent. The university is committed to educating, high-level
                                                                                                               Eligible Students                                                                                                                                research and professional training that will prepare you to thrive in
      • Guaranteed internships for International Year One, Graduate Pathway and
        Master's International Direct                                                                                                                                                                                                                           the real world. Marshall has become a leading university providing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                expansive opportunities as an institutional member of the Council

                                                                                         93.9%
      • Personalized academic, language and cultural support                                                   of Eligible Students
      • Visa and Immigration Support                                                                                                                                                                                                                            on Undergraduate Research. At Marshall University, we want each
      • Learning Resource Center
                                                                                                               ENROLLED                                                                                                                                         individual student to have the chance to reach their goals.
      • Social trips and activities                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Here, you are treated like family, and your dreams are
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                never lost in the crowd.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                19:1
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Marshall University
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Student-To-Faculty Ratio

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Living in Huntington                                                                                                    Housing and Dining
                                              Experience
                                              •
                                                         West Virginia                                                                                                On-Campus Housing                                                                                  First-Year Double Room
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        NOT              Modern-style residence halls designated for freshman students only (must
                                              • Visit 37 state parks in West Virginia’s surrounding mountains, forests and rivers.                                            Program                                                  REQUIRED*
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      REQUIRED
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         be under 21 years of age and must stay on campus both Fall and Spring).
                                              • Explore 1,200 kilometers of hiking trails or 20 million meters of fishing waters.                                             Academic English (AE)                                        ■                             Offers double occupancy rooms with private bathroom. Room dimensions
                                              • Take a day trip to whitewater raft, rock climb or mountain bike.                                                              AE + International Year One (IYO)                            ■                             are 4.87m by 3.49m.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    6.45m

                                              • Less than one hour drive to nearby cities like Lexington, Columbus and Cincinnati. Visit Charleston,                          IYO                                                          ■
                                                 West Virginia’s capital, which is less than one hour away!                                                                   Undergraduate Direct                                         ■

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 3.49m
                                                                                                                                                                              Master's International Direct (MID)                                          ■

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        1.57m
                                                                                                                                                                              AE + Graduate Pathway (GPW)                                                  ■

                                              Friendly City with Big Adventures                                                                                               GPW                                                                          ■
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    4.21m                   2.44m

                                                                                                                                                                              Graduate Direct                                                              ■
                                              Living in Huntington, West Virginia means you are surrounded by generous hospitality, a safe neighborhood and
                                              plenty of outdoor adventures. The university is the center of activity for the region’s cultural events and athletic    *Students are required to live on campus for the first 4 semesters of the program.                 Twin Towers Single or Double Room
                                              activities. Located just a few hours away from major East Coast cities, you can enjoy weekend trips to these exciting
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Traditional-style residence halls that have a strong community feeling with shared
                                              American destinations. Huntington has a low crime rate and an affordable cost of living.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         facilities like study lounges, kitchen and an in-building, faculty-led learning center.
                                                                                                                                                                      Marshall Commons Single Rooms                                                                      Room dimensions are 3.66m by 4.88m. Bathrooms are located on each floor.
                                              Student Life                                                                                                            Suite-style residence halls that offer a four-person single
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            4.87m

                                              Enhance your university experience by getting involved on campus. Join the close-knit Greek Life                        bedroom suite with a shared-suite restroom. Room
                                              community, participate in a student organization or get in the game by joining a sports team.                           dimensions are 6.45m by 3.49m.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                3.65m
                                              • Greek Life: When you join a sorority or fraternity, you can dedicate your time to civic engagement,
                                                leadership development, wellness and prevention or social justice while belonging to a group that shares

                                                                                                                                                                                                         2.23m

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            3.83m
                                                your interests.

                                                                                                                                                                      7.78m
                                              • Student Organizations: There are more than 200 organizations on campus — just find an area that
Voted America’s Best Community                  interests you and join! INTO Marshall staff members or International Peer Educators can help you find the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Meal Plan

                                                                                                                                                                                                         3.73m

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            3.63m
America’s Best Communities Competition 2017     group that is perfect for you.                                                                                                      3.40m

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         All on-campus housing options include an unlimited meal plan.
                                              • Sports and Fitness: you can stay active on campus through adventure recreation, group workout classes                                         2.80m     2.79m       2.72m

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Students living off campus will have the option of purchasing a meal
                                                and competitive sports.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         plan when they arrive.

                                                                                                                                                                      Do you have special needs/considerations?
                                                                                                                                                                      Marshall University is here to help with robust services for students from all
                                                                                                                                                                      backgrounds and abilities. Contact us for a customized care plan.

                                                                                                                                                                      #18 Best Disability Friendly Colleges and Universities
                                                                                                                                                                      College Choice 2016

                                                                                                                                                                      #3 Best Colleges for Students with Autism
                                                                                                                                                                      Bestvalueschools.org 2018

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Marshall University is dedicated to your                                                                    Alumni Success
                                                                                                                                                                                              postgraduate career success.                                                                                Marshall graduates work for many top companies:

                                                                                                                                                                                              One important part of an international student’s journey in the US is seeking OPT. We                       •   Chicago Tribune                   • Qualcomm
                                                                                                                                                                                              are proud of all our current OPT students with placements around the US, including                          •   CISCO Systems                     • Tesla
                                                                                                                                                                                              the following companies:                                                                                    •   CNN                               • West Virginia
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          •   National Football                   State Government
                                                                                                                                                                                              •   Amazon                       • Morgan Stanley                                                               League (NFL)
                                                                                                                                                                                              •   AT&T                         • PayPal
                                                                                                                                                                                              •   Facebook                     • Proctor &
                                                                                                                                                                                              •   Google                         Gamble Distributing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               • Walmart Ecommerce

                                                                                                                                                                                              Notable Alumni
                                                                                                                                                                                              Verna LeMasters Gibson: Former CEO of The Limited, Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 $80,200
                                                                                                                                                                                              F. Selby Wellman: Former Senior VP of CISCO Systems
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Median mid-career salary
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 for Marshall alumni

        We Will Help You Succeed
                                                                                                                                                                                              Mike D’Antoni: NBA coach of the Houston Rockets and former head coach for LA Lakers and NY Knicks
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Payscale College Salary Report 2018-19
                                                                                                                                                                                              Brad Smith: CEO of Intuit

        Marshall’s commitment to preparing students for careers is demonstrated through intensive advising, exceptional
        resources, guaranteed internships, student-accessible research and real-world application in the classroom.                                                                           Guaranteed Internship
        Hands-on Learning                                                                                                                                                                     We understand the importance of having an internship that prepares you for
        The best way to prepare for your career is to practice your skills. At Marshall, we understand learning is not just about memorizing lines from a textbook. It is about               the career you want. We offer guaranteed internships to make sure all our
        applying your knowledge through experience. We provide access to resources, state-of-the-art facilities and exciting programs to gain real-world experience.
                                                                                                                                                                                              students have work-related experience before graduating. These internships
                                                                                                                                                                                              are offered to all INTO Marshall students, including students in International
                                                                                                                                                                                              Year One, Master's International Direct and Graduate Pathway programs.
                                                                                                                                                                                              This will give you the opportunity to gain practice in your field of interest and
                                                                                                                                                                                              boost your résumé or CV.

                                                                                                                                                                                              Academic Colleges
                                                                                                                                                                                              To learn more about the academic colleges at Marshall University, please visit the websites listed below:

                                                                                                                                                                                              College of Arts & Media                  College of Health Professions          College of Liberal Arts
                                                                                                                                                                                              www.marshall.edu/cam                     www.marshall.edu/cohp                  www.marshall.edu/cola
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             “While interning at the Robert C. Byrd Biotechnology Science
                                                                                                                                                                                              College of Business                      Honors College                         School of Medicine                              Center, I learned that I am 100% sure that I want to pursue my
                                                                                                                                                                                              www.marshall.edu/cob                     www.marshall.edu/honors                www.jcesom.marshall.edu                         career in this field. It gave me a practical example of workplace
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              and helped me meet so many new and amazing people.
                                                                                                                                                                                              College of Education                     College of Information                 School of Pharmacy                              Working here felt more like home than a workplace and it was
Access top-of-the-line 3D visualization equipment       Expand your art skills in the world-class Visual Arts Center which houses   The College of Business offers simulation classes where
and high-tech labs where you can learn about current    eight programs from the School of Art & Design. The Visual Arts Center is   you will explore the challenges of operating a business   and Professional Development             Technology and Engineering             www.marshall.edu/pharmacy                       due to the warm atmosphere that they maintained that led to
research in the College of Information Technology       equipped with specialized labs, dark rooms for photography, collaborative   by engaging with industry leaders and working through     www.marshall.edu/coepd                   www.marshall.edu/cite                  College of Science
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              this phenomenal experience. I was even offered an on-campus
and Engineering.                                        spaces and a 2,200-square-foot gallery to help inspire you.                 real-life scenarios that you may face in your career.                                                                                                                                     job with my department after I completed my internship!”
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              www.marshall.edu/cos
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Parth, Kenya
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              International Year One in Science

                                                                                                                                                                                              Launch Your Career with Marshall
                                                                                                                                                                                              INTO Marshall offers dedicated staff that help you plan for your
                                                                                                                                                                                              future. Our student services specialist help you find on-campus
                                                                                                                                                                                              jobs and our career education office will prepare you to find
                                                                                                                                                                                              the best job once you graduate in whatever career you pursue.
                                                                                                                                                                                              Services include:
                                                                                                                                                                                              • CV development and revision assistance
                                                                                                                                                                                              • JobTrax Career Management System
                                                                                                                                                                                              • Career expos and individual employer recruiting events
                                                                                                                                                                                              • Mock interviews
Learn to analyze a crime scene with a mock crime         Gain valuable experience working for one of the oldest school newspapers in the United States, award-winning radio station or
scene exercise in the Forensic Science Program’s         television channel with Marshall’s School of Journalism and Mass Communications.                                                     • Professional skill development opportunities
Crime Science House.
                                                                                                                                                                                              • Job search and networking assistance

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       Brad D. Smith Schools of Business                                                                                          College of Information                                                           Develop Your Career with a
       Your Business Career Begins Here
                                                                                                                                  Technology and Engineering                                                       Bachelor of Science in Computer
       Put Your Learning into Practice                                                                                            Innovative Technology Meets Learning                                             and Information Security
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Information security is a rapidly growing specialty, requiring
       The BB&T Center                                                                                                                                                                                             adaptive skills for the world’s digital environment. Marshall
                                                                                                                                  Advanced Research at Your Fingertips                                             takes a holistic approach to the field to prepare graduates for
       • The center provides students with access to investment practice and                                                                                                                                       their professional careers. The program focuses on educating
                                                                                                                                  From tracking systems to big data and web-based apps, students are at the
         in-depth understanding of American capitalism.                                                                                                                                                            and training students to better understand, prevent, mitigate
                                                                                                                                  forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions.                                  and respond to cybersecurity threats. Courses are developed
       • BB&T invests in students’ projects, activities and enterprises in the                                                    • Analysis of keystroke biometrics to build stronger authentication systems      on standards instituted by ABET/CAC and the core Knowledge
         biannual Bers Competition.                                                                                               • Intuitive methods for tracking state revenue                                   Unit requirements of National Centers of Academic Excellence in
                                                                                                                                  • Customized structures for improving online prediction tools                    Cyber Defense. You will build strong technical and management
       The Center for Business and Economic Research                                      Marshall Alumnus and CEO of Intuit,     • Hundreds of researchers competing at the ASCE Virginias Conference, Quality
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   skills, graduating fully prepared to enter the industry.
       • Get training in research, analysis and evaluation; planning and project
         management; communications and outreach.
                                                                                          Brad D. Smith donated $25 million to      and Safety Summit, West Virginia Academy of Science and Richard F. McCormick
                                                                                                                                    Technical Conference
                                                                                          build state-of-the-art facilities and
       • Complete projects in housing needs, production forecasts, an economic                                                                                                                                     Build Your Future with a Master of
                                                                                          business programs.
         assessment of Corridor G Racetrack Facility and others.                                                                  Find Your Specialty                                                              Science in Computer Science
       More than 10 Student Organizations                                                                                         In addition to a foundation in computer and information technology, students
                                                                                                                                  can choose an emphasis specific to their area of interest:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Whether you want to chase your entrepreneurial spirit through
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   a startup, build a financially rewarding career or simply make the
       for Business                                                                                                               • Computer Application Development for business and industry                     world a better place to live and work, a master’s degree can help

                                                                                                   #1 Most
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   you get there. The MS in Computer Science is designed to provide
       Gain leadership skills and prepare for your future career by getting involved in                                           • Game/Simulation Development combines computer application and                  you with the skill and professional practices needed to develop
                                                                                                                                    computer game development
                                                                                                   Beautiful
       one of our business organizations across a range of industries.                                                                                                                                             complex computing systems.
                                                                                                                                  • Web Application/Mobile Development creating content in web-based
       • The American Marketing Association is the largest marketing association
         in North America and has a chapter on campus.                                             College Campus                   development languages

       • Students can explore unique opportunities in the sustainability and                       in West Virginia
         energy sector with the Energy Management Student Association.                             Buzzfeed 2017
       • Fostering the entrepreneurial spark, students have a platform to start up
         their business ideas in the Society of Entrepreneurs, Marshall University.

       • For those with sports on the mind, the Sports Management Association,                     #9
         MUSMA is a great way to network and grow connections in the field.
                                                                                                   Best Bachelor’s
       Get Hired After Graduation                                                                  Degrees in                                                                                                       Engineering and
       Marshall graduates have found employment with big-name businesses
       and global leaders.
                                                                                                   Business
                                                                                                   Economics
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Computer Science
       •
       •
            Amazon
            BB&T
                                                •
                                                •
                                                  Merrill Lynch
                                                  Morgan Stanley
                                                                                                   Best College Reviews 2018
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Graduates
       •    Brickstreet                         • Rubberlite
       •    Cabell-Huntington Hospital          • State Electric Supply Company                                                                                                                                     top the list of projected
       •
       •
            Charleston Area Medical Center
            City National Bank
                                                •
                                                •
                                                  Steel of West Virginia
                                                  Target                                           #31 Top                                                                                                          highest starting salaries
       •    CSX Transportation                  • Thomas Memorial Hospital
                                                                                                   International
       •
       •
            Disney
            Enterprise Holdings
                                                •
                                                •
                                                  Thomson Reuters
                                                  Toyota                                           Business
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    for the Class of 2019
       •
       •
            Frontier Communications
            FDIC
                                                •
                                                •
                                                  United Bank
                                                  U.S. Department of the Treasury:
                                                                                                   Programs                                                                                                         NACE 2019 Salary Survey

       •    IBM                                   Bureau of Fiscal Service                         in the US
       •    Intuit                              • Ernst & Young, LLP                               Study.com 2019

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B    M     D                                                                                    B    M     D
     ACADEMIC PROGRAMS                                                                                                                                                                            Nurse Anesthesia                                                                        ●     Sociology
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                [Master’s areas of emphasis: Anthropology]
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               GE   MID
                                                                                                                                                                                                  *Nursing
                                                                                                                                                                                                  [Master’s areas of emphasis: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse                                 Spanish                                                                        GE
     FIND YOUR DEGREE. With a wide range of subject areas and admissions options, you can find the perfect degree for your chosen career. You can choose                                          Midwifery, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education, Psychiatric
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               SC   ●
     to apply for direct entry to the university or for a Pathway program that provides extra academic, language and cultural support. From the day you apply to                                  Mental Health Nursing Practitioner]                                                          College of Science
     the day you graduate, we are here to help you succeed every step of the way. Flip to the back cover to learn how to apply.                                                                   Physical Education                                                           SC               Applied Mathematics
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               SC
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Mathematical Statistics]
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Physical Therapy                                                                        ●     Biochemistry
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    GP          [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Pre-Dentistry; Pre-Medicine;                    SC
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Public Health                                                                     MID         Pre-Pharmacy; Pre-Veterinary]
                                                                                                   International Year One
       B = Bachelor's    M = Master’s    D = Doctorate                                                                                                                                            *Respiratory Care                                                                             Biomedical Science                                                             SC
                                                                                                   Indicates the undergraduate Pathway program that should be taken to progress to an                                                                                          SC
                                                                                                                                                                                                  [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Registered Respiratory Therapist]
                                                                                                   undergraduate academic program. This program is also available through direct admission.                                                                                                     B
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 iological Sciences
       International Year One may lead to any bachelor’s degree listed below.                                                                                                                                                                                                       GP
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Social Work                                                                  SC
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MID
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Cellular, Molecular and Medical Biology;
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Ecology and Evolutionary Biology; Microbiology; Natural History and     SC          ●
                                                                                                   BE   Biomedical Engineering                           GE   General                             Sport Administration
            Graduate Pathway program that can lead to this degree is indicated in green.                                                                                                                                                                                                        Conservation; Plant Biology; Pre-Dentistry; Pre-Medicine;
       GP                                                                                          BU Business Administration                            ME Mechanical Engineering                [Master's areas of emphasis: Sport Management, Recreation and                     GP
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Pre-Pharmacy; Pre-Veterinary]
            This degree is also available through direct admission.
                                                                                                   CS   Computer Science                                 MU Music
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Physical Activity]
          Master's International Direct provides customized support to direct entry                                                                                                               Sport Management                                                                              Cellular/Molecular Biology                                                     SC
      MID                                                                                          CI   Computer and Information Security                ST   Safety Technology
          students.                                                                                                                                                                               [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: General Management, Facilities                                  Cell Molecular Medical Biology
                                                                                                   EC   Electrical and Computer Engineering              SC   Science                                                                                                          SC                                                                                              SC
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Operation Management, Recreation/Physical Activity, Sport Information,                         [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Pre-Medicine]
       ●    This degree program is available through direct entry and graduate direct only.        EN   Engineering with Civil Emphasis                  VA   Visual Arts                         Sport Agency, Sport Marketing, Sport Studies]                                                  Chemical Sciences
                                                                                                                                                                                                  College of Information Technology and Engineering                                              [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Pre-Dentistry; Pre-Medicine;                   SC
            Designated STEM degree by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Pre-Pharmacy; Pre-Veterinary]
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Biomedical Engineering                                                       BE                Chemistry (ACS Certified)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    GP          [ Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Pre-Dentistry; Pre-Medicine;                  SC   ●
                                                                                    B     M    D                                                                                B    M        D   Computer Science                                                             CS
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MID         Pre-Pharmacy; Pre-Veterinary]
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Computer and Information Security                                            CI                Computer and Information Technology
      College of Arts and Media                                                                    College of Education and Professional Development                                                                                                                                             [Bachelor’s area of emphasis: Computer Application Development,               SC
      Advertising/Public Relations                                                                 *Adult and Continuing Education                                                                E
                                                                                                                                                                                                   lectrical and Computer Engineering                                                           Gaming/Simulation Development, Web/Mobile Development]
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    GP
      [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Advertising, Public Relations,                 GE             [Master’s areas of emphasis: Adult Education and Evaluation, Career                            [Bachelor’s area of emphasis: Computer Engineering, Electrical               EC
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MID
                                                                                                                                                                                      ●                                                                                                          Criminal Justice
      Sports Public Relations]                                                                     Technical career Teaching]                                                                     Engineering]                                                                                                                                                                 SC   ●
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Law Enforcement, Legal Studies, Corrections]
      Allied Arts                                                                                  *Counseling                                                                                    Engineering [Bachelor’s area of emphasis: Civil Engineering]                 EN
                                                                                    VA                                                                                                                                                                                                          Digital Forensics and Information Insurance                                    SC
      [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Music, Theatre, Visual Arts]                                  [Master’s areas of emphasis: Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School             ●                                                                                             GP
                                                                                                   Counseling]                                                                                    Engineering Management                                                            MID         Ecology/Evolutionary Biology                                                   SC
      Art (Bachelor of Arts in the Arts)                                            VA
                                                                                                   Curriculum and Instruction                                                                                                                                                       GP
      Journalism
                                                                                                                                                                                              ●   Environmental Engineering                                                         MID         Environmental Chemistry                                                        SC
      [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Broadcast, Online, Print, Sports                    GP        *Early Childhood Education                                                   GE                                                                                                  GP          Environmental Science
                                                                                    GE                                                                                                            Environmental Science
      Broadcast, Sports Print] [Master’s areas of emphasis: Health Care                  MID                                                                                                                                                                                        MID
                                                                                                   Education Specialist                                                                                                                                                                         [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Applied Environmental Science,                  SC
      Public Relations, New Media Studies]                                                                                                                                                    ●                                                                                     GP          Conservation and Wildlife, Environmental Science]
                                                                                                   [Doctorate area of emphasis: Curriculum and Instruction]                                       Information Systems                                                               MID
      Music (Bachelor of Art in the Arts/Master of Arts)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Forensic Chemistry
      [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Commercial Music, Music History, Vocal              GP        *Elementary Education                                                                                                                                                            GP                                                                                         SC
                                                                                    MU                                                                                     GE                     Mechanical Engineering                                                       ME               [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Pre-Medicine]
      Jazz] [Master’s areas of emphasis: Music Performance, Jazz Studies,                MID       [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Elementary Education, K-6 Comprehensive]                                                                                                          MID
                                                                                                   *Leadership Studies                                                                                                                                                                          F
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 orensic Science
      Music Composition, Music Education, Music History/Literature]                                                                                                                               S
                                                                                                                                                                                                   afety
                                                                                                   [Master’s areas of emphasis: Educational Leadership, Leadership                                                                                                                  GP          [Master’s areas of emphasis: Digital Forensics, DNA Analysis, Crime                 ●
      Music (Bachelor of Fine Arts)                                                                                                                                                   ●       ●   [Master’s areas of emphasis: Mine Safety, Occupational Safety
                                                                                                   Specialist]
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MID         Scene Investigation, DNA Analysis, Forensic Chemistry]
      [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Jazz Studies, Multidisciplinary Studies,       MU                                                                                                            and Health]
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                G
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 eology
      Performance, Theory and Composition]                                                         *Literacy Education                                                                ●           Safety Technology                                                            ST               [Bachelor's areas of emphasis: Engineering Geology, Environmental              SC
      Media Studies/Production                                                                     *Master of Arts in Education                                                                                                                                                                 Geoscience]
                                                                                                                                                                                                  T
                                                                                                                                                                                                   echnology Management
      [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Radio/Television Production and                GE
                                                                                                   [Master’s areas of emphasis: Early Childhood Education, Elementary                             [Master’s areas of emphasis: Environmental Management,                            GP          Mathematics
      Management, Video Production]                                                                Math Specialist, Individualized Study Plan, Instructional Processes/                                                                                                             MID                                                                                             GP
                                                                                                                                                                                      ●           Information Security, Information Technology, Manufacturing                                   [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Mathematical Statistics]                        SC
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MID
      Theatre (Bachelor of Arts in the Arts)                                        GE             Strategies, Instructional Technology/Learning, Math through Algebra                            Systems, Pharmacy, Transportation Systems and Technology]                                     [Master's area of emphasis: Statistics]
                                                                                                   I, School Library Media Specialist, Teaching English as a Second                                                                                                                 GP          Microbiology
      Theatre (Bachelor of Fine Arts)                                                                                                                                                             Transportation and Infrastructure Engineering                                                                                                                                SC
                                                                                    GE             Language]                                                                                                                                                                        MID         [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Pre-Medicine]
      [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Performance, Production]
                                                                                                   *Master of Arts in Teaching                                                        ●           College of Liberal Arts                                                                       Natural Resources and Recreation Management                                    SC
      Video Production                                                              GE

      Visual Arts (Bachelor of Fine Arts)                                                          School Pyschology                                                                          ●   Anthropology                                                                                  P
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 hysical and Applied Sciences
      [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Ceramics, Fibers, Graphic Design,              VA                                                                                                            [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Anthropology of Health, Archaeological GE                      [Master's areas of emphasis: Geobiophysical Modeling, Geology,                      MID
                                                                                                   *Secondary Education                                                         GE
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Anthropology, Sociocultural Anthropology]
      Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture]                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Physics, Physics and Physical Science]
                                                                                                   *Special Education                                                                             Communication Studies                                                                         Physics
      College of Business                                                                          [Master’s areas of emphasis: Autism, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Multi-                          [Bachelor's areas of emphasis: Health Communication,                                          [Bachelor's areas of emphasis: Applied Physics, Biophysics, Medical            SC   ●
                                                                                                                                                                                      ●                                                                                 GE MID
                                                                                         GP        Categorical Special Education, Preschool Special Education, Teaching                           Interpersonal Communication, Organizational Communication, Public                             Imaging, Medical Physics]
      Accountancy                                                                        MID       Visually Impaired]                                                                             Communication]
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Statistics                                                                     SC
      Accounting                                                                    BU
                                                                                                   College of Health Professions                                                                  Economics                                                                    GE
      Business Administration (MBA)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            School of Medicine
                                                                                                   *Athletic Training                                                                             English                                                                      GE   MID
      [Bachelor's area of emphasis: Business Administration]                             GP
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Biomedical Research
                                                                                    BU
                                                                                         MID
                                                                                                   [Bachelor's areas of emphasis: Safety, Occupational Safety and               SC    ●
      [Master’s area of emphasis: Finance, Health Care Administration,                                                                                                                            English - Creative Writing                                                   GE               [ Master’s area of emphasis: Cardiovascular Disease, Cell Biology,
                                                                                                   Health, Athletic Training Comprehensive, Health Communication]
      Human Resource Management, Management, Marketing]                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Medical Sciences, Neurobiology and Addiction, Obesity and Related
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    ●     ●
                                                                                                   *Biomechanics                                                                                  English - Literary Studies                                                   GE
      Economics                                                                     GE                                                                                          SC   GP                                                                                                         Diseases, Toxicology and Environmental Health]
                                                                                                   [Bachelor's areas of emphasis: Safety, Physics]
                                                                                                                                                                                                  French                                                                       GE                * Biomedical Sciences
      Energy Management                                                             BU             *Communication Disorders                                                     SC    ●
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 [Doctoral areas of emphasis: Cardiovascular Disease, Cell Biology,
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Geography                                                                         GP                                                                                                    ●
      Entrepreneurship                                                              BU             Cytotechnology                                                               SC                                                                                             GE                Neurobiology and Addiction, Obesity and Related Diseases,
                                                                                                                                                                                                  [Bachelor’s area of emphasis: Meteorology, Weather Broadcasting]                  MID
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Toxicology and Environmental Health]
      Finance                                                                       BU             *Dietetics                                                                   SC    ●           History                                                                      GE   MID
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Clinical and Translational Science                                                  ●
                                                                                         GP        *Exercise Science
      Health Care Administration                                                         MID
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Humanities
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               GE   ●           *Medicine
                                                                                                   [Bachelor's areas of emphasis: Applied Exercise Physiology, Clinical                           [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Classics, Philosophy and Religious Studies]                                                                                                              ●
      Health Care Management                                                        BU             Exercise Physiology] [Master's area of emphasis: Athletic Training,          SC   GP
                                                                                         GP        Cardiac Rehabilitation, Cardio-Metabolic Rehabilitation, Exercise                              International Affairs                                                        GE              School of Pharmacy
      Human Resource Management                                                          MID       Physiology]                                                                                    Japanese                                                                     GE               Pharmacy                                                                       SC   GP    ●
      International Business                                                        BU                                                                                               GP
                                                                                                   Health Informatics                                                                MID          Latin                                                                        GE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              *These programs may have additional entry requirements for undergraduate-level
      Management                                                                    BU             Health Sciences                                                              SC
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Political Science                                                            GE   MID         international students, or restricted applications for graduate-level international students.
      Management Information Systems                                                BU             *Medical Imaging                                                                                                                                                                             Contact the International Admissions Office.
                                                                                                                                                                                                  P
                                                                                                                                                                                                   sychology
                                                                                                   [Bachelor’s areas of emphasis: Advanced Diagnostic Radiography,                                                                                                             GE   ●     ●
      *Management Practice in Nurse Anesthesia                                                 ●                                                                                                  [Master’s areas of emphasis: Clinical Psychology, School Psychology]
                                                                                                   Cardiovascular Internal Advanced Practice, Cardiovascular Sonography, SC
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    GP
      Marketing                                                                     BU             CT MRI Advanced Practice Track, General Sonography, Mammography,                               Public Administration                                                             MID
                                                                                                   MI Mgt. Advanced Practice Track, RT Completion]
                                                                                                   Medical Laboratory Science                                                   SC

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International Year One Programs
     UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS                                                                                                                                                                                        *Estimated Credits remaining after Pathway/Total credit hours needed to complete degree. Actual numbers may vary.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Progression Requirements:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Entry Requirements:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Start Dates                                                                        All GPAs are minimum cumulative
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Semester                                   Credits*     High School Diploma required for all programs
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              unless otherwise noted
     We offer several routes to admission. With more than 58 bachelor’s degrees,                                                                                                                                                    Fall    Spring   Summer                  GPA      TOEFL     IELTS     IELA     Duolingo   GPA    Other
     flexible study plans and start dates throughout the year, we’ll help you find                                                                                                                                   Biomedical Engineering
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     3-Semester     •     •                   103-105/136               45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
     the option that’s right for you.                                                                                                                                                                                2-Semester     •     •              •    106-108/136       2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0   • No I grades in any class
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     1-Semester     •     •              •    121-123/136               60       6.0      176          95                                                            US UNDERGRADUATE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Business Administration
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     • Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     EDUCATION SYSTEM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     3-Semester      •                         87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     • No I grades in any class
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2-Semester      •        •          •     90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0                                                   To graduate with your 4-year
     There’s no need to stress about where you start; just focus on
                                                                                                                Entry Requirements                                                                                   1-Semester      •        •          •    105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     undergraduate degree, you will need
     where you’re going. You can complete your degree at any stage. We                                                                                                                                               Computer and Information Security
                                                                                                                Program                             DIRECT                      INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE               3-Semester      •     •                   87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes           to take the following classes:
     don’t design our programs for one type of student; our programs are                                                                                                    1-SEMESTER     2-SEMESTER   3-SEMESTER                                                                                                                   • No I grades in any class
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2-Semester      •     •      •            90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0
     built for every kind of student. Where you will begin depends on your                                      Program                 • High school diploma               High school diploma                      1-Semester      •     •      •           105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95                                                            Core classes: General education
     grades and English level. Where you end up is where you want to be,                                        requirements            • SAT/ACT scores may apply for                                               Computer Science                                                                                                                                                courses can include English
                                                                                                                                          certain programs                                                           3-Semester      •     •                   87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
     graduating with a bachelor’s from Marshall University.                                                                                                                                                          2-Semester      •     •      •            90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0   • No I grades in any class                      composition, social sciences,
                                                                                                                Minimum GPA
                                                                                                                Equivalent
                                                                                                                                                      2.5                       2.0            2.0         2.0       1-Semester      •     •      •           105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95                                                            humanities, history, mathematics
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Electrical and Computer Engineering
     g DIRECT ENTRY: If you meet the academic and English                                                       TOEFL iBT                             61                       60             50           45        3-Semester      •                         99-101/132               45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes           and natural/physical science. These
        language requirements for your degree program, you can apply                                            IELTS                                 6.0                      6.0            5.5          5.0       2-Semester      •     •      •           102-104/132       2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0   • No I grades in any class
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     are typically taken at the beginning
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     1-Semester      •     •      •           117-119/132               60       6.0      176          95
                                                                                                                IELA                                 N/A                      176            162          154                                                                                                                                                                        of your degree.
        directly to Marshall University.                                                                                                                                                                             Engineering with Civil Emphasis
                                                                                                                Duolingo                             N/A                       95             85           75        3-Semester      •                         95-97/128                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     • No I grades in any class                      Major classes: These classes will
        To apply, you will need the following required documents:                                               Academic English                    Level 6                  Level 6        Level 4      Level 3
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2-Semester      •     •      •           98-100/128        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     1-Semester      •     •      •           113-115/128               60       6.0      176          95                                                            be about the specific field of study
        declarations, high school transcripts, university transcripts                                           Note: Entry requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.                              General
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     you chose. They are typically taken
        (for transfer applicants), proof of degree, accounting of time,                                                                                                                                              3-Semester      •                         87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                 Institutional Code TOEFL: 5396   SAT: 5396     ACT: 4526                                            2-Semester      •     •      •            90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0   • No I grades in any class                      toward the last part of your degree.
        passport and English test score. An application fee may apply.                                                                                                                                               1-Semester      •     •      •           105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95
        For more information, visit www.marshall.edu/admissions/                                                                                                                                                     Integrated Science and Technology
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     3-Semester      •                         87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
        international/undergraduate-international-admission                                                     Dates                                                                                                                                                                                                                • No I grades in any class
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2-Semester      •     •      •            90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     1-Semester      •     •      •           105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95
                                                                                                                                                    DIRECT                      INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Mechanical Engineering
     g INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE: International Year One                                                                                                                                                                3-Semester      •                         99-101/132               45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                                             Fall 2020: Aug 2020                   Fall 2020: Aug 17, 2020                                                                                                                           • No I grades in any class
        allows you to begin earning credits toward your degree even if                                          Start Dates                 Spring 2021: Jan 2021                  Spring 2021: Jan 6, 2021
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2-Semester      •     •      •           102-104/132       2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     1-Semester      •     •      •           117-119/132               60       6.0      176          95
        you don’t meet the academic and English requirements for direct                                                                  Summer 2021: May 12, 2021               Summer 2021: May 12, 2021
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Music
        entry. You’ll receive additional support to help you succeed                                                                                                                                                 3-Semester      •                         87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2-Semester      •     •      •            90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0   • No I grades in any class
        and progress to your degree path so you can graduate at the                                                                                                                                                  1-Semester      •     •      •           105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95
        same time as direct entry students. The length of the Pathway                                                                                                                                                Safety Technology

        program that you enter will be determined by your English                                               g ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM: If you do not meet the direct or                                         3-Semester      •     •                   87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2-Semester      •     •      •            90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0   • No I grades in any class
        language scores. For more information, visit                                                              International Year One entry language requirements, you can enter our Academic                     1-Semester      •     •      •           105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95

        www.intostudy.com/marshall/programs                                                                       English program to improve your academic and language skills. Once you have                        Science
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     3-Semester      •                         87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                  achieved the required language level, you can progress to International Year One                   2-Semester      •     •      •            90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0   • No I grades in any class
                                                                                                                  or enter your degree program directly. Learn more on page 20.                                      1-Semester      •     •      •           105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Visual Arts
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     3-Semester      •                         87-89/120                45       5.0      154          75            • Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2-Semester      •     •      •            90-92/120        2.0     50       5.5      162          85      2.0   • No I grades in any class
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     1-Semester      •     •      •           105-107/120               60       6.0      176          95
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.

     Undergraduate Degree Program                                                                                                                                                                                     [SAMPLE INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE PROGRAM] Business Administration
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      2-Semester Pathway                           Degree Program Components                                                                                 Program Information
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Fall: August 17, 2020                        120 credit hour program
                                                                                       Year 1: Freshman             Year 2: Sophomore              Year 3: Junior                 Year 4: Senior                      Spring: January 6, 2021                      28-30 credit hours apply from Pathway
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Summer: May 12, 2021                         90-92 credit hours remaining toward degree
                                                              Direct Entry

                                 2.5 GPA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Entry Requirements                           Semester 1            Course Title                                                         Credit Hours   Progression Requirements
                                 TOEFL iBT 61                                                                                                                                                                         •• High school diploma with 2.0 GPA          ENG 150               Academic Listening and Speaking                                      3              •• Minimum of 2.0 GPA in Pathway
                                 IELTS 6.0                                                                                                                                                                            •• Language requirement:                     ENG 151               Academic Reading                                                     3              •• No I grades in any class
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         •• TOEFL iBT 50 or                        UNI 100 or UNI 102    Freshman First Class or Strategies for Academic Success              1              •• Grade of C or better in all classes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             •• Student is fully admitted to Marshall
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         •• IELTS 5.5 or                           Business Class        Business Class                                                       3
                                                                                       1-Semester                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               provided successful completion of
                                 2.0 GPA                                               Pathway                                                                                                                           •• IELA 162 or                            Core Class            University Core Class                                                3                 conditional admission criteria at the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         •• Duolingo 85                            Core Class            University Core Class                                                3-5               end of the Pathway and submission
                                 TOEFL iBT 60
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Total           16-18             of all required admission credentials.
                                 IELTS 6.0
                                                              International Year One

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Semester 2            Course Title                                                         Credit Hours   Notes
     High School                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Student using PASSWORD, PTEA, or GoaKao as proof of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   ENG 160               Academic English and Composition                                     6
     Diploma                                                                           2-Semester Pathway
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             English proficiency will take an English placement test upon
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Business Class        Business Class                                                       3              arrival. Students scoring below the required entry will be
     (or equivalent)             2.0 GPA                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     placed in Academic English. Students will be enrolled for an
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Core Class            University Core Class                                                3              average of 15 credits per semester in the fall and spring
                                 TOEFL iBT 50                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Core Class            University Core Class                                                3-5            semesters. Students will be enrolled in no less than 12
     What are your scores?
                                 IELTS 5.5                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Total      15-17          credit hours in summer semester. Academic undergraduate
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             courses in the Pathway may be substituted with other
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      1-Semester Pathway                           Degree Program Components                                                                                 academic undergraduate courses.
                                                                                       3-Semester Pathway                                                                                                             Fall: August 17, 2020                        120 credit hour program                                                                                   Math placement will be determined by the score achieved
                                 2.0 GPA                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     on a Department of Mathematics placement test.
                                                                                       First semester of this                                                                                                         Spring: January 6, 2021                      13-15 credit hours apply from Pathway
                                 TOEFL iBT 45                                          program begins before                                                                                                          Summer: May 12, 2021                         105-107 credit hours remaining toward degree
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             *These courses are generall delivered through the INTO
                                                                                       Year 1/Freshman                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Center and are for Pathway students only.
                                 IELTS 5.0                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Semester 1            Course Title                                                         Credit Hours
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Entry Requirements                                                                                                                                     Academic undergraduate courses in the Pathway may be
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      •• High school diploma with 2.0 GPA          ENG 160               Academic English and Composition                                     6              substituted with other academic undergraduate courses.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Students will be registered for an average of 15 credits per
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      •• Language requirement:                     UNI 100 or UNI 102    Freshman First Class or Strategies for Academic Success              1
                                 No TOEFL iBT     English                                                                                                                                                                •• TOEFL iBT 60 or
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             semester during the Pathway. All substitutions will be core
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Business Class        Business Class                                                       3              classes that count toward graduation.
                                                  Language                                                                                                                                                               •• IELTS 6.0 or
                                 or IELTS                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Core Class            University Core Class                                                3              These courses are generally delivered through the INTO
                                                  Program                                                                                                                                                                •• IELA 176 or                                                                                                                                      Marshall Center and are for Pathway students only.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         •• Duolingo 95                            Core Class            University Core Class                                                3-5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Total      16-18

                                                                                                                                                                                                                     www.marshall.edu/cob

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GRADUATE ADMISSIONS                                                                                                                                                                         MID Programs
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Start                                                                                                   Start
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Entry Requirements                                                                                      Entry Requirements
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Dates                                                                                                   Dates
     Marshall offers 57 graduate degrees designed to help you develop your passion, strengths and skills                                                                                          Fall   Spring   GPA    Bachelor's degree            GRE/GMAT   Other Documents          TOEFL   IELTS   Fall   Spring   GPA   Bachelor's degree       GRE/GMAT   Other Documents           TOEFL   IELTS

     into a career that will bring you success and satisfaction. There are multiple ways to begin your                                                                                            Accountancy                                                                                             Mathematics

     graduate studies.                                                                                                                                                                             •       •      2.5    Bachelor’s degree             GMAT      N/A                       80     6.5      •              2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A      • N/A                      80     6.5

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Business Administration                                                                                 Mechanical Engineering
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Bachelor’s degree in               • N/A

     INTRODUCING:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • CV or Résumé                            •       •      2.5                             GRE                                 85     N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                   •       •      2.5    Bachelor’s degree              N/A                                80     6.5                           Engineering
                                                                                                     Entry Requirements                                                                                                                                          • Two references

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Communication Studies                                                                                   Music Composition

     MASTER’S INTERNATIONAL DIRECT (MID)                                                         Program                         MASTER'S
                                                                                                                              INTERNATIONAL
                                                                                                                                                              GRADUATE PATHWAY
                                                                                                                                                                                                   •       •      2.5    Bachelor’s degree              N/A      N/A                       80     6.5      •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • Interview
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • Audition or portfolio
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              80     6.5
                                                                                                                                  DIRECT                     1-SEMESTER        2-SEMESTER         Computer Science
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Music Education
     For 32 graduate degrees at Marshall, you won’t need to be enrolled in a Pathway                                                                                                                                     Bachelor’s degree in                    N/A
                                                                                                 Program                  • Bachelor's degree              Bachelor's degree                                             Computer Science,                                                                 •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • Interview
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              80     6.5
     or Academic English program to take advantage of INTO Marshall’s longstanding               requirements             • Minimum GRE or GMAT, if
                                                                                                                                                                                                   •       •      2.75   Information Technology or
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        N/A                                80     6.5                                                              • Audition or portfolio
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Information Systems                                                              Music History/Literature
     dedication to international education.                                                                                 required by desired degree
                                                                                                                            program                                                               Electrical and Computer Engineering                                                                                                                              • Interview
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A      • Audition or portfolio
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              80     6.5
                                                                                                                          • The degree program you                                                                       Bachelor’s degree in                    N/A
     Still, just because you’ve tested out of a Pathway program, doesn’t mean you                                           select may have additional                                             •       •      2.5    Engineering
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        GRE                                85     N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Music Jazz Studies
     wouldn’t benefit from our wealth of knowledge. If you are eligible for direct entry,                                   requirements with which
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Engineering Management                                                                                                                                           • Interview
                                                                                                                            you must comply.                                                                                                                                                               •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A                                 80     6.5
     you may also need additional support to help transition to the US and a major US                                                                                                                                    Bachelor’s degree in                    N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • Audition or portfolio
                                                                                                                                                                                                   •       •      2.5                                   GRE                                85     N/A
     university to be more prepared and successful. The MID program does just that.              Minimum GPA                                                                                                             Engineering                                                                      Music Performance
                                                                                                                                      2.5-3.5                2.25-2.5          2.25-2.5
                                                                                                 Equivalent                                                                                       English                                                                                                                                                          • Interview
     Through MID, you will receive arrival support as well as academic support. You                                                                                                                                                                                                                        •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A      • Audition or portfolio
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              80     6.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Personal statement
     will have access to the Learning Resource Center and free tutoring should you               TOEFL iBT                            80-85                      79                65                                                                            • Writing sample
                                                                                                                                                                                                   •       •      2.75   Bachelor’s degree              N/A                                80     6.5     Physical and Applied Science
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • 3 letters of
     require assistance with your academic studies. If you enroll in MID, you will be            IELTS                                 6.5                      6.5                6.0                                                                             recommendation                          •       •      3.0   Bachelor’s degree         N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • 3 letters of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              80     6.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     recommendation
     able to take our course, focusing on strategies for graduate success in your first          IELA                                  N/A                      176               169
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Environmental Engineering
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Political Science
     semester to help you build critical thinking, comprehension and communication                                                                                                                 •       •      2.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Bachelor’s degree in
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        GRE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           85     N/A                                                              • CV or résumé
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Engineering
                                                                                                 Duolingo                              N/A                      105                95                                                                                                                      •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A                                 80     6.5
     strategies here in the US.                                                                                                                                                                   Environmental Science
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • Personal statement

                                                                                                 Academic English                     Level 6                 Level 6           Level 5                                                                                                                   Public Administration
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Bachelor’s degree                       N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Some science                                                                                                                  GRE, GMAT   • CV or résumé
     Studying abroad is also about becoming a global citizen and connecting with                 Notes: Entry requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.                          •       •      2.5    undergraduate courses
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        N/A                                80     6.5      •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        or MAT     • Personal statement       80     6.5
     other students from around the world when you have at least one thing in                    Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to Marshall
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        required
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Public Health
                                                                                                 University or any specific program. Admission decisions may be based on such factors             Geography
     common: a shared dream to study in the US. By going through MID, you will                   as the suitability of the applicant’s research interests, the availability of professors in a                                                                                                                                                                     • Personal statement
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Bachelor’s degree                       • CV or Résumé                            •       •      3.0   Bachelor’s degree         N/A      • CV or résumé             80     6.5
     receive all our student support services specifically catered to international              particular field of research and the number of qualified applicants.                                                    Successful completion of                • 2 Letters of                                                                                    • Two references
     students like you. Take a look at just a few of the ways we go the extra mile on                                                                                                              •       •      3.5    an undergraduate course in     GRE        recommendation          80     6.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Exercise Physiology, Human              • Statement of purpose                   Safety
                                                                                                     Institutional Code TOEFL: 5396   GRE: 5396 GMAT: 5396
     campus to give you a holistic graduate program.                                                                                                                                                                     Physiology, or equivalent
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A      • N/A                      80     6.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Healthcare Administration
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Social Work
                                                                                                     Dates                                                                                                                                                       • CV or Résumé
     • Tutoring services                            • Academic advising                                                                                                                            •       •      2.5    Bachelor’s degree              N/A      • 2 Letters of            80     6.5      •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • 2 letters of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              80     6.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     recommendation
                                                                                                     Program                     MASTER'S                                                                                                                          recommendation
     • Arrival and orientation services             • Organized trips and activities to                                                                               GRADUATE                                                                                                                            Sociology
                                                                                                                              INTERNATIONAL                                                       Health Informatics
                                                                                                                                                                      PATHWAY
     • Guaranteed internships                         meet other students                                                         DIRECT                                                           •       •      3.0    Bachelor’s degree              GRE      N/A                       80     6.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • Personal statement
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • 12 credit hours
                                                                                                     Start Dates              Fall 2020: Aug 2020             Fall 2020: Aug 17, 2020             History                                                                                                                                                            undergradaute
                                                                                                                             Spring 2021: Jan 2021            Spring 2021: Jan 6, 2021                                                                                                                     •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A        sociology                80     6.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • 2 letters of                                                                                    • Writing sample
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   recommendation                                                                                  • 2 letters of
                                                                                                                                                                                                   •       •      2.5    Bachelor’s degree              GRE                                80     6.5
     NEW MID COURSE - English Composition for International Students                                                                                                                                                                                             • Writing sample
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Personal statement
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     recommendation

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Technology Management
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Human Resource Management
                    The English course for MID facilitates success for international                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               • 2-page personal
                    graduate students by pairing critical thinking with comprehension and        g Graduate Pathway: Our Graduate Pathway programs guarantee                                       •       •      2.5    Bachelor’s degree              N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • CV or Résumé
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Two references
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           80     6.5      •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         N/A
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     statement
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              80     6.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   • Interview with the
                    communication strategies for various disciplines. In the course, students         university placement for all successful students. The programs                              Information Systems
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     department
                    will learn how to communicate purposefully by using the appropriate               allow you to begin earning credits toward your chosen subject area.                                                                                                                                 Transportation and Infrastructure Engineering
                                                                                                                                                                                                   •       •      2.75   Bachelor’s degree              N/A      N/A                       80     6.5
                    resources necessary, as well as our method for research-based writing as a
                                                                                                      Our Pathway programs will help build an essential foundation with                           Journalism
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           •       •      2.5   Bachelor’s degree         GRE      • N/A                      85     N/A
                    multistage process.
                                                                                                      an emphasis on academic language and research skills so you can                              •       •      2.5    Bachelor’s degree              GRE      N/A                       80     6.5
                                                                                                      successfully progress to your chosen master’s degree. You’ll receive
                                                                                                      the highest level of support with dedicated academic advisors                              Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
                                                                                                      throughout your program. The exact program structure and the
                                                                                                      combination of courses will depend upon a student’s academic record,
                                                                                                      evaluated by the department in the subject area. The length of the
                                                                                                      Pathway program that you enter will be determined by your English
                                                                                                      language scores. For more information, visit www.intostudy.com/
                                                                                                      marshall/programs
                                                                                                                                                                                                           MID Frequently Asked Questions
                                                                                                 g English Language Program: If you don't meet the direct
                                                                                                                                                                                                           What will my entry requirements be for MID? The MID entry requirements are
                                                                                                      or Graduate Pathway language requirements, you can enter our                                         the same as Direct Entry.
                                                                                                      Academic English program to improve your academic and language
                                                                                                      skills. Once you have achieved the required language level, you                                      What kind of I-20 will I receive? You will receive a degree-seeking I-20.
                                                                                                      can progress to a Graduate Pathway program or enter your degree
                                                                                                                                                                                                           Would I have to meet progression requirements? There are no progression
                                                                                                      program directly. Learn more on page 20.                                                             requirements for MID. You will have to meet university requirements for graduation
                                                                                                                                                                                                           and stay in good academic standing.

                                                                                                                                                                                                           How can I apply for MID? If you apply with your Education Counselor, MID is
                                                                                                                                                                                                           available on the Global App with no application fee.

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Graduate Pathway Programs
     *Estimated Credits remaining after Pathway/Total credit hours needed to complete degree. Actual numbers may vary.                                                                                                                    *Estimated Credits remaining after Pathway/Total credit hours needed to complete degree. Actual numbers may vary.

                                                                                                                                                           Progression Requirements: All GPAs are minimum                                                                                                                                                                                        Progression Requirements: All GPAs are minimum
                    Start Dates                   Entry Requirements                                                                                                                                                                                     Start Dates                   Entry Requirements
      Semester                       Credits*                                                                                                              cumulative unless otherwise noted                                                Semester                      Credits*                                                                                                               cumulative unless otherwise noted
                    Fall   Spring                  GPA    Bachelor's degree                                                TOEFL   IELTS   IELA Duolingo   GPA                                 Other                                                      Fall   Spring                 GPA     Bachelor's degree                                               TOEFL   IELTS   IELA Duolingo       GPA                                 Other

      Accountancy                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Public Administration
      2-Semester     •       •      18-36/30-48   2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Business                                     65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C                                                       2-Semester      •       •       30/36        2.25   Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95                • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses                                                                                                                                                             3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •      24-42/30-48   2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           1-Semester      •       •       24/36        2.25                                                                     79      6.5    176    105
      Biomechanics                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Public Health
      2-Semester     •       •      24-27/36-39   2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Biomechanics, Exercise Science or            65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C                                                       2-Semester      •       •       31/44        2.25   Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95
                                                          equivalent                                                                                       3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses                                                                                                                                                                   • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                                 • No I grades                                                                                                                                                                                                                      3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •      27-30/36-39   2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                      1-Semester      •       •       38/44        2.25                                                                     79      6.5    176    105                • No I grades

      Business Administration                                                                                                                                                                                                              Safety
      2-Semester     •       •      24-39/36-51   2.25    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C                                                                                                           Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry,
                                                                                                                                                           3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses    2-Semester      •       •       24/36        2.25                                                                     65      6.0    169     95                • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                                 • No I grades                                                                                                                 Physics, Geology)                                                                                    3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •      30-45/36-51   2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           1-Semester      •       •       27/36        2.25                                                                     79      6.5    176    105
      Computer Science
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Social Work, Advanced Standing
      2-Semester     •       •        21/30       2.25    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses    2-Semester      •               24/36        2.25   Bachelor’s degree in Social Work                                  65      6.0    169     95                • No Grades Below C
      1-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           1-Semester      •               30/36        2.25                                                                     79      6.5    176    105
      Electrical and Computer Engineering
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Social Work, Generalist
      2-Semester     •       •        21/30       2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or        65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                          closely related                                                                                  3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses    2-Semester      •               48/60        2.25   Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95                • No Grades Below C
      1-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           1-Semester      •               54/60        2.25                                                                     79      6.5    176    105
      Engineering with Transportation and Infrastructure Engineering Emphasis
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Sport Administration
      2-Semester     •       •        21/30       2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering                                  65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses    2-Semester      •       •       24/36        2.25   Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95                • No Grades Below C
      1-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           1-Semester      •       •       27/36        2.25                                                                     79      6.5    176    105
      Engineering with Engineering Management Emphasis
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Technology Management
      2-Semester     •       •        21/30       2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering                                  65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses    2-Semester      •       •       18/30        2.25   Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95
      1-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               3.0
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • No I grades
      Engineering with Environmental Engineering Emphasis                                                                                                                                                                                  1-Semester      •       •       21/30        2.25                                                                     79      6.5    176    105

      2-Semester     •       •        21/30       2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering                                  65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                     Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
      Environmental Science
      2-Semester     •       •        24/36       2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry,    65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                          Physics, Geology)                                                                                3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •        27/36       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           [SAMPLE GRADUATE PATHWAY PROGRAM] Computer Science
      Exercise Science
      2-Semester     •       •        27/39       2.25    Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of an                 65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C                                                       2-Semester Pathway                             Degree Program Components                                                                                                 Program Information
                                                          undergraduate course in Exercise Physiology, Human                                               3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Fall: August 17, 2020
      1-Semester     •       •        33/39       2.25    Physiology, or equivalent                                         79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                     30 credit hour program
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Spring: January 6, 2021                        9 credit hours apply from Pathway
      Geography
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          21 credit hours remaining toward degree
      2-Semester     •       •        19/32       2.25    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses    Entry Requirements                        Semester 1                              Course Title                                                       Credit Hours        Progression Requirements
      1-Semester     •       •        25/32       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                      •• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, ENG 150                                                                                                                        •• 3.0 GPA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Academic Listening and Speaking                                   3
      Healthcare Administration                                                                                                                                                                                                               Computer and Information Science,                                                                                                                                     •• No grades below C
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Electrical Engineering, Computer        ENG 151                                 Academic Reading                                                  3
      2-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               •• No grades below B in all 500/600 level
                                                                                                                                                           3.0
                                                                                                                                                                 • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses       Engineering, or related area            CS 510                                  Advanced Database Systems                                         3
                                                                                                                                                                 • No I grades                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         courses.
      1-Semester     •       •        24/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                      •• 2.25 undergraduate GPA.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      CS 511                                  Advanced Programming                                              3                   •• No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Language requirements
      Health Informatics
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           •• TOEFL iBT 65                                                                                                                              Total   12                  Notes
      2-Semester     •       •        24/36       2.25    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C                                                       •• IELTS 6.0
                                                                                                                                                           3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses                                              Semester 2                               Course Title                                                      Credit Hours        Students using Password and PTEA as proof of
                                                                                                                                                                 • No I grades                                                             •• IELA 169                                                                                                                                                              English level will take an English placement test
      1-Semester     •       •        30/36       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                      •• Duolingo 95                            ENG 160                                  Academic Composition and Culture                                  6                   upon arrival. Students scoring below the required
      Human Resource Management                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           CS 515                              Data Mining                                                       3
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    entry will be placed in Academic English. Academic
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    graduate courses in the Pathway may be substituted
      2-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               with other academic graduate courses. Based on
                                                                                                                                                                 • No Grades Below C                                                                                                      CS 600                              Advanced Web Technology                                           3
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses                                                                                                                                                                             evaluation of applicant’s undergraduate transcript,
      1-Semester     •       •        24/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Total 12                    some 200/300/400-level foundation courses may be
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    required. Foundation courses include CS 210, CS 410,
      Information Systems
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           1-Semester Pathway                             Degree Program Components                                                                                                 and STA 345. Each foundation course increases the
      2-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or related area          65      6.0    169     95                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               total credit hours required for graduation in the degree
                                                                                                                                                                 • No Grades Below C                                                       Fall: August 17, 2020                          30 credit hour program
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses                                                                                                                                                                             program by 3 credit hours. Should foundation courses
      1-Semester     •       •        21/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                      Spring: January 6, 2021                        12 credit hours apply from Pathway                                                                                        be required, they will replace graduate level courses
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          18 credit hours remaining toward degree                                                                                   in the Pathway.
      Journalism
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    These courses are generally delivered through the
      2-Semester     •       •        24/36       2.25    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Entry Requirements                             Semester 1                          Course Title                                                      Credit Hours
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    INTO Center and are for Pathway students only.
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses    •• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science,
      1-Semester     •       •        30/36       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                                                                     ENG 160                             Academic Composition and Culture                                  6
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Computer and Information Science,
      Mathematics                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Electrical Engineering, Computer            CS 510                              Advanced Database Systems                                         3
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Engineering, or related area
      2-Semester     •       •        24/36       2.25    Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics or equivalent        65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C                                                                                                      CS 511                              Advanced Programming                                              3
                                                                                                                                                           3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses    •• 2.25 undergraduate GPA.
                                                                                                                                                                 • No I grades                                                                                                            CS 515                              Data Mining                                                       3
      1-Semester     •       •        27/36       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105                                                                                      Language requirements
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           •• TOEFL iBT 79                                                                                                                              Total   15
      Mechanical Engineering
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           •• IELTS 6.5
      2-Semester     •       •        18/30       2.25    Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely            65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C                                                       •• IELA 176
                                                          related field                                                                                    3.0                         • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •        21/30       2.25                                                                      79      6.5    176    105            • No I grades                                                             •• Duolingo 105

      Music
                                                          Bachelor’s degree in Music or equivalent
      2-Semester     •       •       20-26/32     2.25                                                                      65      6.0    169     95
                                                          Students must successfully complete an audition on their                                               • No Grades Below C
                                                          major instrument, or a portfolio of previous academic and/or
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •       26-29/32     2.25    professional work, depending on the chosen major                  79      6.5    176    105
      Pharmaceutical Sciences MA-Non-Thesis
      2-Semester     •       •      32-36/45-49    2.5    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •      38-42/45-49    2.5                                                                      79      6.5    176    105
      Pharmaceutical Sciences MS-Thesis
      2-Semester     •       •       37/45-49      2.5    Bachelor’s degree                                                 65      6.0    169     95            • No Grades Below C
                                                                                                                                                           3.0   • No I grades
                                                                                                                                                                                       • No grades below B in all 500/600 level courses
      1-Semester     •       •       43/45-49      2.5                                                                      79      6.5    176    105

     Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.

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