Application 

University Portal (UP) is a rigorous ten-month-long academic program for highly motivated international students who want to enter university degree programs (undergraduate) in the US .

This past year most American universities admitted only 7-9% of applicants! Applying to an American university is complicated, confusing, and dependent on meeting many deadlines. American students find this process difficult and rely on their families and high schools for advice and help. International students encounter the same difficulties, but often without any assistance. The English Language Center at Northeastern has a long and successful history helping international students realize their goals and ambitions. Please see the Pre-MBA Program for examples of students who have successfully prepared, completed, and submitted their applications and entered MBA programs in the Boston area, US, and United Kingdom.

Come to Northeastern to obtain help in selecting and applying for the university which fits your future! Build the language, test-taking and study skills you need to realize your ambitions. Equip yourself with completed applications for schools you can get into, higher TOEFL/SAT scores and more confident and fluent speaking skills for the all-important interview. You will also build your foundation skills for your major by taking undergraduate courses at the Col lege of Professional Studies to establish a successful track record and higher grade point average (GPA).

Guaranteed Admission: Students who successfully complete this program will receive guaranteed admission  to the  College of Professional Studies at Northeastern as an undergraduate.

Who Should Attend                

Students who have completed high school 
Students who have a good GPA and TOEFL 470*
High School transcript translated into English 
Letter of recommendation from High School teacher.

*students who do not have a TOEFL Score will need to take the ELC Entrance Exam. Students with low scores may have to take Intensive English Program Classes until they improve their skills in English.

What You Will Learn: Fall Semester (September -December) 20 Hours a week 
  
During the Fall Semester students will take courses to help them  select  appropriate  univiersities  to which they will send applications. They will build skill levels to make taking the TOEFL and the Scholastic Aptitude Test easier and achieving higher scores more likely. Students will improve their writing. In Writing I they will complete application documents and required essays. In Writing II they will develop writing skills which will help them to do assignments as university students. In Academic Reading and Critical Reading they will develop vocabulary and reading skills necessary for first-year students at an American university. The ELC will also provide a Scholastic Aptitude Test Class where students will learn how to achieve higher scores on that important test. A Guidance Couselor will work with individual students weekly to supervise and offer advice on students' progress in meeting application deadlines and requirements. Please see grid below to view your Fall Class Schedule.
                                                        University Portal: Fall Semester Class Schedule

 * 7 1/2 week classes

* 7 1/2 week courses

 What You Will Learn: Summer Semester (May - June) 16 Hours a week
During the final segment of the University Portal Program, students will further refine their skills as successful universtiy students in Academic English Preparation III. Moreover, after consultation with the program Guidance Counselor, they will select and take three undergraduate classes which relate to their intended areas of study. These classes are conducted by CPS. These courses may be eligible for credit at the university where you will sudy in the future. Students whose English Language skills need further improvement may be required to take fewer academic courses than shown in the grid below.
 

                                       University Portal: Summer Session I Class Schedule

          
            Weilun Lee, Pre-MBA Program 2008, receiving his graduation diploma

Facilities: Tuition includes access to all computer labs, use of computer software, and all library, research and other student facilities at the University.

I-20 Issued for Program
This is a full time program, and international students will receive an I-20 that runs from September through June.

*make out check payable to Northeastern University.

Costs: 
Listed below are expenses for the University Portal Program that potential students will need to anticipate.

             Tuition                             $19,800.00** 
             University Fees                         87.00
             Medical Insurance              1825.00***
             Books and Supplies               450.00
              Living Expenses                16,110.00 
                                                        $38,272.00
** Prices are subject to change without notice
*** Students may purchase insurance through the University for this price or through an American company. Students with government sponsorship will be convered by their respective government agencies.

Insurance:

As a student at the English Language Center you are entitled to use of the University's Health Center. However, you are responsible for expenses for hospitalization or serious medical illness. Because of this, the University requires that you have a comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan from an American company. You can purchase insurance through the university or must provide proof that you have your own policy from an American company when you register.