Transition Seminar Winter 12
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Navigating the system!
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International Student Advisors
Lisa [email protected]
Erin Walker [email protected]
Cynthia [email protected]
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Programs of Study at Shoreline
High School Completion
Professional / Technical
Academic Transfer (2 + 2)
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U.S. Educational System
Depending on math and English placement, your program of study may take longer than four years.
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So, What’s after ESL?Usually English and Math
General Education (Math, English, Social Science, Humanities, Science).
Most pre-major/prerequisite classes done in second year, not first.
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How Many Credits Should I take?
Typical quarter = 15 creditsMinimum for immigration = 12Maximum = 18
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ESL and Math Classes
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ESL/English Placement
English 101 is college level English, required by universities and for most degrees and certificates.
ESL 100 will count for an elective class toward many AA degrees. It may or may not transfer to universities.
Classes below ESL 100 do not transfer, but are considered academic preparation.
ESL 6010 credits
ESL 9910 credits
ESL 1005 credits
English 1015 credits
ESL 05010 credits
ESL 0955 credits
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Math Classes
Insert math chart here
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Math Test Results
Many times the math placement test will place international students too low.
If you feel the Compass test places you too low, you have the option to re-take the Compass test up to 3 times.
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Grade Point Average (GPA)
4.0 = A3.0 = B2.0 = C1.0 = DBelow 0.7 = failScholastic Standard
= 1.75 GPA or higher and pass all P/NC classes
Beware of the “V”
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Class Withdrawal and RepeatIf you drop a class in the first two weeks,
there will be no record.After the deadline, you will have a W on
your transcript (record).If you repeat a class (R), both classes and
grades will appear permanently on your transcript.
Your transcripts will follow you everywhere!
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RegistrationLive Schedule:
http://www.shoreline.edu/CourseProgramDesignSystem/ClassSchedulePublic/ClassScheduleLive.aspx
Pre-Registration: Until you are finished with ESL 100.
Online Registration—better chance to get your classes!
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Academic ResourcesAcademic TutorsWriting and Learning StudioMath Learning CenterInternational Student Advisor
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Be Informed
Communicate with instructors
Be careful of plagiarism Read your syllabusRead the E-News Join IPadvisors on
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Transfer ResourcesTransfer cabinet in International
ProgramsQuarterly workshops on transferUniversity visits and transfer fairs Your advisorOther faculty advisors on
campus
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Next StepsTake your Math placement during
Fall Quarter test!◦Pay and schedule to take your test
online(1st floor 5000 building)◦Bring ID on the day of the test.
Schedule an appointment online with an IP Academic Advisor next quarter to begin your academic planning.
Attend Academic WorkshopsFollow your plan!
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Practice for the Math TestTesting Center information including math practice!
◦ http://www.shoreline.edu/math/handouts.html COMPASS Practice tests
◦ http://www.act.org/compass/tests/math.html Numerical Skills
◦ http://www.act.org/compass/sample/pdf/numerical.pdfCollege Algebra
◦ http://www.act.org/compass/sample/pdf/geometry.pdf Math Review by Topic
◦ http://shoreline.edu/math/Math_Review_and_Practice.htmMath Handout Sheets
◦ http://www.shoreline.edu/math/handouts.html
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How To Schedule an Appointment
Appointments will be made available by 3:30 p.m. for the following work day.
Go to the IP website at www.shoreline.edu/international
Go to “current students” (from the top menu)Go to “appointment scheduling” (from menu on
right)You can access an advisor’s online appointment
calendarFollow the instructions that are provided.
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Advising Assistance
Walk-in advising (10 minute quick questions)
Appointments – ½ hourDepartment FacultyANDeNewsFacebook
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Come to walk-in Advising!
Monday, Tuesday Thursday◦10:30 – 12:00 ◦2:00 –3:30◦Extended walk-in
Wednesday & Friday◦By appointment only
Plan, plan, plan!!!
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Good luck!
Remember that we’re here to help you!