COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON
| CHARLESTON,
S.C.
Achieve & Enjoy At the College of Charleston, we feel strongly that diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are integral parts of a liberal arts education. We attract international students from all over the world and offer a lively mix of cultural exchange both in and out of the classroom.
College of Charleston is the right fit for you.
College of Charleston students embody the concept of diversity. THE GLOBAL GENERATION. Some come from right down the road, and others travel around the world to get here. And their pursuits tend to be a mash-up of wildly divergent interests.
THIRST FOR INNOVATION. They’ve already begun to follow their passions, but they’re open to new ideas.
HANDS-ON. In order to be competitive, they do internships, volunteer, conduct research and obtain campus employment.
HIGH ACHIEVERS. They take advantage of the extraordinary choices they have in what to study, learn and explore. Some are in the Honors College; 85% of them will complete graduate and professional schools such as Harvard Medical School, Yale Law School and The Graduate School of Duke University.
SERVICE-MINDED. Both as students and graduates, College of Charleston students absolutely believe that ordinary people can make a huge difference.
Seattle, 5h 55m*
MUSIC AND
Arts
festivals throughout the year
65 Parks in Peninsular Charleston
Los Angeles, 6h 20m*
"One of the best educational values in the nation." -Forbes Magazine
*Average direct flight time from Charleston International Airport.
Alumni chapters in Beijing, Hong Kong and London
"Chosen for its commitment to susainability through academics, career preparation, policies, initiatives and activities Guide to 361 Green Colleges" -The Princeton Review
This Must Be The TRANSIT
Place!
12 miles from Charleston International Airport
Free DASH shuttles take you around downtown Charleston
New York City, 2h* CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA:
1City in the U.S.”
“no. Washington, D.C., 1h 30m*
Charlotte, 1h 5m* Atlanta, 1h 15m*
Charleston
— Travel + Leisure
“Charleston is an amazing place to live as it is very small and extremely beautiful. People at the College of Charleston were very welcoming and I was able to adapt to the new living environment very easily. I can't imagine myself going to any other school after having such a positive experience here. ” Kelly Ann Arrindell Trinidad and Tobago exercise science
Miami, 1h 40m*
You’ll study in the heart of a historic city that has a decidedly European and cosmopolitan feel. Today’s Charleston is characterized by a booming tech startup economy, a multi-billion-dollar tourism industry and a thriving biomedical industry.
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International students follow the same application process as U.S. students, with a few additional requirements. Visit go.cofc.edu/ applyinternational to begin the process.
A P P L I CAT I O N C HEC KL I ST FOR INTERNATIONAL FRESHMEN Free online application form Certified English translation of official transcripts Minimum suggested standardized examination scores (one of the following):
• iBT TOEFL: 80
• IELTS: 6.5
• iTEP: 3.8
• SAT: 500 (critical reading)
• ACT: 18 (reading) and 20 (English)
of Charleston
A P P L I C AT I O N D E A D L I N E S go.cofc.edu/intlappdeadlines
FRESHMEN FALL SEMESTER (classes begin in August): • November 1: early decision (binding) • December 1: early action and Honors College • December 1: merit scholarship application deadline • March 1: regular notification SPRING SEMESTER (classes begin in January): • November 1
TRANSFERS FALL SEMESTER (classes begin in August): • June 1 SPRING SEMESTER (classes begin in January): • November 1
CONDITIONAL ADMISSION College of Charleston offers conditional admission to applicants of all undergraduate programs who are academically eligible but have submitted English proficiency scores slightly below the requirements for degree-seeking admission. To qualify for conditional admission, a student must demonstrate having earned a minimum score of:
• 60 on the iBT TOEFL test.
• 6 on the IELTS test.
• 3.4 on the iTEP test.
Individuals who submit English proficiency scores below our minimum requirements will be considered for conditional admission on a caseby-case basis.
CREDIT BY EXAM The College awards credit for Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), selected Cambridge International Exams (A level and AS level), and many College Level Examination Program (CLEP) exams based on the student’s scores.
COFC At a Glance
10,375 undergraduate students 59 majors 15:1 student/faculty ratio 51 U.S. states and territories represented 62 countries represented 343 clubs and organizations on campus (20+ with an international focus) 19 varsity teams 30 intramural sports 25 sport clubs
MAJORS School of Business* accounting business administration economics finance international business marketing supply chain management hospitality and tourism management *Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) accredited
School of Sciences and Mathematics astronomy astrophysics biochemistry biology chemistry computer information systems computer science computing in the arts data science geology marine biology mathematics meteorology physics
School of Humanities and Social Sciences anthropology communication English history philosophy political science psychology public health religious studies sociology urban studies women’s and gender studies School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs African American studies archaeology Classics French and Francophone studies German international studies Jewish studies Latin American and Caribbean studies Spanish
School of the Arts art history arts management dance historic preservation and community planning music studio art theatre School of Education, Health, and Human Performance early childhood education elementary education exercise science foreign language education middle grades education physical education secondary education special education
Google, Boeing, the Port of Charleston, Medical University of South Carolina, Amazon, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz Vans and many others are sources of internships, mentoring opportunities and jobs.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE The English Language Institute offers a variety of programs for non-native speakers who want to pursue English language study for a variety of reasons. Advantages include small classes, highly qualified instructors and customized programs, and are available to English-language learners from beginner to advanced levels. The comprehensive curriculum focuses on vocabulary, listening and speaking, grammar, reading and writing. In addition to improving their English-language skills, students participate in a wide range of campus and community activities.
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The College was selected as one of just 50 schools focused on providing students with practical experiences that take their academics to the next level, with, according to the guide, “tons of opportunities to gain the authentic, real-world experience they need to launch great careers.� Colleges That Create Futures | The Princeton Review
CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION Center for International Education (CIE) All services for international students are provided by CIE staff. They help ensure that international students transition smoothly to life in the U.S. In addition, they assist with immigration matters and provide opportunities to explore South Carolina. Once you’ve been accepted, the CIE staff will contact you to help you prepare for life at the College of Charleston. Spend time on the website to get specific, information about visas, on-campus housing, making travel plans, health insurance, international student orientation and more.
go.cofc.edu/internationalstudents
SCHOLARSHIPS | go.cofc.edu/internationalaid TUITION AND FEES | go.cofc.edu/tuition CERTIFICATE OF FINANCES | go.cofc.edu/intlcertfinances
QUESTIONS? international@cofc.edu +18439535670 go.cofc.edu/international intlcofc CofCIntl
Office of Admissions (Attention: International Admissions) 66 George St. Charleston SC 29424-0001