College Counseling for International Students

EDUC X 414.98

Explore the college admissions process for international students, including those with special needs and requirements applying to U.S. colleges and universities.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Online
Starting at $840.00
As few as 10 weeks
4.5

What you can learn.

  • Develop an expertise in counseling international students
  • Comprehend the unique needs of international students
  • Understand the testing requirements for international students
  • Learn the international student documentation requirements
  • Create strategies for advising international students
  • Guide international students in the transition to college

About this course:

Explore the college admission process for international students, with an emphasis on the special needs and requirements for international students applying to U.S. colleges and universities. This course explores the challenges of helping international students understand and navigate the unfamiliar landscape of the U.S. university system, while helping students and families understand the importance of fit vs. rankings. In addition, issues unique to international students such as testing, financial and visa requirements; the ethics of working with agents; writing effective personal statements; and demonstrating interest from afar are also explored. 

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
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Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
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Instructor: Samuel Luby
401199
Fee:
$840.00
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Notes

No required textbook.

HECA and IECA members, email onlineccc@uclaextension.edu to receive a discount code.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 10, 2025
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Jeffrey Neill
401200
Fee:
$840.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

No required textbook.

HECA and IECA members, email onlineccc@uclaextension.edu to receive a discount code.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 10, 2025

Contact Us

Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.

This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

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