Fontbonne International Student Guide by Fontbonne University

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE

Fontbonne Fast Facts..............................................1 On-Campus Facilities and Activities.................... 2 Academics: Programs...........................................4 Admission.............................................................8 Location...............................................................12

FONTBONNE FAST FACTS AVERAGE 11:1 student/teacher ratio

74%

74% of faculty hold a Ph.D. or the highest degree in their field

Nearly 200 international students from 27 countries INDIVIDUALIZED

support and attention Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

CATHOLIC TRADITION

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs

FOUNDED 1923 1

ON-CAMPUS FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES:

Apartment-style living, fitness center, athletic facilities and dining all available on campus.

3 Residence Halls

St. Joseph Hall double occupancy 2

Medaille Hall single occupancy

Southwest Hall apartment style

Fontbonne International Students Alliance – a student group for you! Office of International Affairs – here to help you with campus and community life. Sports - men’s and women’s soccer, golf, tennis and more. More than 20 active student organizations and 17 athletic teams available. WiFi – across campus; computers in many areas. Friendship Family Program – experience life with an American family. International Bazaar – celebrating culture, food, music and more.

Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security is now available!

ACADEMICS: PROGRAMS

Semesters FALL

SPRING

SUMMER

16 weeks

8 weeks

August to December

January to May

June and July

Intensive English Program Learning a new language is a challenging and exciting journey. Fontbonne’s Intensive English Program curriculum is designed to advance non-native English speakers’ language skills to communicate effectively in English. Courses focus on core communications skills and include 18 hours of instruction per week:

Reading and Comprehension Writing and Grammar Speaking Communications TOEFL preparation (optional)

Student-centered activities Qualified students interested in learning English and pursuing an undergraduate degree or MBA program will be admitted into the Intensive English Program and “conditionally” admitted into an undergraduate degree program or MBA program. 4

Undergraduate Programs Accounting* Advertising Applied Behavioral Sciences* Applied Design Art Bioinformatics Biology (includes Pre-Med Track) Biology for Secondary Education Business Administration Communication Studies Computer Science Cyber Security Deaf Education Dietetics Early Childhood Elementary Education

English – Literary Studies English – Professional Writing English for Secondary Certification Family and Consumer Sciences Family Policy and Advocacy Fashion Merchandising Fine Arts Global Studies Healthcare Management* Health Education and Promotion History Human Resource Management* Human Services Management and Leadership* Management Information Systems

Marketing* Mathematics - Applied Mathematics for Secondary Education Medical Laboratory Sciences Middle School Education Performing Arts Psychology Religious Studies Social Science/Pre-Law Social Work Special Education Speech-Language Pathology Sports Management University Major (design your own)

Graduate Programs Accountancy – MA* Accounting – MS* Art – MA Early Intervention in Deaf Education – MA Education/Special Education – MA Family and Consumer Sciences – MA Fine Arts – MFA Instructional Design and Technology – MS* Learning Technologies – MS*

Management – MM* MBA Nonprofit Management – MS* Speech-Language Pathology – MS Speech and Theatre – MAT Supply Chain Management – MS* Teaching – MAT Theatre – MA *evening, online or blend of both

Fontbonne University Provides Real-World Experience HECTOR Home country: Honduras Major: Computer Science Interned at: Rexnord Industries

“ Fontbonne emphasized that work ethic and professionalism are key in a work setting. Before I transferred to Fontbonne, I had no computer experience, but in just two and a half years, I’ve gained so much.”

MBA One- or two-year program formats available. After successful completion of the core MBA program, graduates interested in a specialization may earn a concentration or second master’s degree. Nine MBA credit hours may be applied to the concentrations or majors below. Students may then complete two to six additional courses, as follows:

CONCENTRATIONS

EARN A SECOND MASTER’S DEGREE

Accounting (3 courses) Apparel Studies (2 courses) Finance (2 courses) Management (2 courses) Marketing (2 courses) Multidisciplinary Health Communication Studies (1 course) Nonprofit Management (3 courses) Supply Chain Management (2 courses)

Management (5 courses) Nonprofit Management (6 courses) Supply Chain Management (3 courses)

Credits for the concentration or second degree will be charged at the regular graduate tuition rate.

Partnerships ENGINEERING: (3/4+2) BS+BS Students earn a Bachelor of Science in Biology or Mathematics from Fontbonne University in 3 or 4 years and an undergraduate Engineering degree from Washington University or University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) in 2 years (engineering fields include: biomedical, civil, electrical, chemical, computer, mechanical, systems science).

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: (3+2) BS+MSOT Students earn a Bachelor of Science in Biology or Psychology at Fontbonne University (3 years) and earn a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Occupational Therapy from the Washington University School of Medicine (2 years).

SOCIAL WORK: (3+2) BA + MSW Students complete a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services at Fontbonne University (3 years) and earn a Master of Social Work from Washington University (2 years).

CHIROPRACTIC: (3+3) BS + DC Students earn a Bachelor of Science at Fontbonne (3 years) and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan University (3 years).

ADMISSION HOW TO APPLY BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S DEGREE

PROGRAM

UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER STUDENTS

Complete application

Application fee $50

Original proof of financial support

Letter of financial guarantee

Copy of passport

Personal statement/essay (200-400 words)

TOEFL 65/IELTS 5.5*

TOEFL 71ibt/IELTS 6.5

Original high school transcript (in English)

IELTS 6.0* for business programs

Completion of English Composition at U.S. University or IELTS 5.5/TOEFL 65

Two letters of recommendation

Original college/university transcript(s) (in English)

SAT/ACT not required

Two letters of recommendation

*Conditional admission available

An additional departmental application may be requested

INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM (IEP) STUDENTS Complete application Application fee $50 Original proof of financial support Letter of financial guarantee Copy of passport

Theatre/Fine Arts applicants must submit a resume or portfolio GMAT 475 required for MS in Accounting/Accountancy

If transferring academic credit from a non-USA university you must also submit: Transcripts (in English) from colleges attended — must be evaluated by World Education Services (WES) (www.wes.org) or similar evaluation company. If transferring academic credit from a USA university or English program you must also submit:

No TOEFL or IELTS required

Original transcripts (in English) from colleges attended

Original high school transcript

Copy of I-20 Copy of visa

APPLICATION DEADLINES INTAKE SEMESTER

DEADLINE

fall (August) intake

June 15

spring (January) intake

November 15

summer (June) intake

April 15

MS in Speech-Language Pathology and MA in Early Intervention in Deaf Education

February 1

APPLY ONLINE: www.fontbonne.edu/international 9

TUITION & FEES: ANNUAL PROGRAM PROGRAM

UNDERGRADUATE

GRADUATE

IEP

TUITION & FEES

$23,280

$12,354

$9,345

HOUSING

$10,000

INSURANCE

$976

TOTAL FINANCES REQUIRED

$34,256

$23,330

$20,321

FIRST-TIME FRESHMAN AWARD CHART SECTION A + SECTION B = ESTIMATED FONTBONNE UNIVERSITY AWARD.

SECTION B

SECTION A GPA

TEST (CHOOSE HIGHEST 1 OF 4)

AWARD

3.90-4.00

$6,000

IELTS

TOEFL

SAT

ACT

3.75-3.89

$5,500

5.5

820-930

17-19

$1,000

3.50-3.74

$5,000

940-1040

20-22

$3,000

3.25-3.49

$4,500

6.5

1050-1160

23-25

$4,000

3.00-3.24

$4,000

1170-1280

26-28

$5,000

2.75-2.99

$3,000

7.5

1290-1390

29-31

$6,000

2.50-2.74

$2,000

100+

1400-1600

32+

$7,000

INTERNATIONAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP - $1,000 PER YEAR Students eligible for this scholarship must be attending a Catholic High School in their home country and enrolling as a first-time freshman at Fontbonne University. The non-merit based, renewable scholarship is automatically awarded to all eligible students. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA at Fontbonne University for automatic renewal and is renewable for up to 8 semesters. Proof of attendance at a Catholic high school is required and must be validated by the Office of International Affairs. Requirements: 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent; graduate of a Catholic High School; first-time freshman. This scholarship may be combined with a first-time freshman award. 10

UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP Students eligible for this scholarship must meet the following criteria: Transfer from a four-year university or community college (or equivalent), 65 TOEFL (5.5 IELTS). This scholarship is renewable for up to 4 semesters, provided the student maintains a 3.0 GPA at Fontbonne University. Scholarship awards may only be applied to fall and spring semesters. The student must also maintain full time academic status (a minimum of 12 academic credits) in fall and spring semesters.

TRANSFER STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP AWARD CHART* SECTION A GPA

AWARD

2.5-2.74

$3,500

2.75-2.99

$5,000

3.0-3.49

$6,500

3.5-4.0

$8,000

*Estimated award chart. **Phi Theta Kappa students with a minimum 3.2 GPA will be considered for an additional $500 scholarship per year.

APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS To apply for an international scholarship, you must submit a Fontbonne application for International Undergraduate Admission as a full-time student (12-18 credit hours per semester). After students are accepted to the university and awarded a scholarship, notification will be mailed to each student. Scholarships do not apply for summer semesters.

Find specific scholarship requirements at www.fontbonne.edu/international. 11

LOCATION: ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI • USA 2.9 million people Many free events, attractions and festivals Art Museum, The Gateway Arch, History Museum and more Nineteen Fortune 1000 companies In top 100 “Most Livable Cities” in the United States Four distinct seasons: hot summers, cold winters, cool spring/autumn Forest Park – “One of World’s Most Beautiful City Parks” – Travel & Leisure Magazine Diverse population Many international celebrations

Public transportation available

St. Louis

New York

Chicago

Los Angeles

Office of International Affairs

6800 Wydown Boulevard

St. Louis, MO USA 63105-3098

Notice of Non-Discrimination Fontbonne University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender orientation, national or ethnic origin, or disability in employment or in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic and other programs and activities. Furthermore, Fontbonne University prohibits retaliation against anyone who either opposes unlawful discrimination, assists or participates in an investigation of a complaint of discrimination, or exercises that person’s rights under any law that forbids discrimination. The Fontbonne University coordinators for Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination are: Vice President for Finance and Administration, Fontbonne University, 6800 Wydown Boulevard, St. Louis MO 63105, Phone: 314.719.8017, Fax: 314.719.8023, Email: gzack@fontbonne.edu; Mark Pousson, Director of the Kinkel Center for Academic Resources and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Fontbonne University, 6800 Wydown Blvd., St. Louis MO 63105, Phone: 314.719.3627, Fax: 314.719.3614, Email: mpousson@fontbonne.edu. Questions about this non-discrimination policy and any complaints of discrimination shall be directed to either of these coordinators. Fontbonne University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-380, as amended.

Campus Security Act: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Statistics Act (20 U.S.C. 1092) (a) and (f) as revised July 1, 2000, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act, signed August 14, 2008, Fontbonne University prepares and distributes a report regarding campus security and crime statistics. This report is made available to all employees and students by October 1st of each year. The report is also available to prospective students and prospective employees. You can download a copy of this report at: www.fontbonne.edu/csa. A copy of this report may also be received by writing to the Fontbonne University Director of Public Safety, 6800 Wydown Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63105.

St. Louis, Missouri · U.S.A. internationalaffairs@fontbonne.edu

phone: 314.889.4509 · fax: 314.889.1451