The University Abroad Programs are your pathway to success. Located at Saint Michael's College in Vermont, the University Abroad Programs offer personalized education in a peaceful environment. In the University Abroad Programs, you will benefit from the academic expertise of one of the oldest ESL pathway programs in the United States and the innovative advising and support of University Abroad staff. After you successfully complete the University Abroad Programs, you are guaranteed placement in one of the IEC's elite private universities to continue your education.
Location
The University Abroad Programs are perfectly located between the city of Burlington and the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont. Burlington is a city that enjoys a multitude of cafes, restaurants, and local shops. With two other universities in the area, Burlington has been recognized as the #1 Best College Town by Travel + Leisure's "America's Best College Towns."
Vermont is known nationally as a playground for outdoor sports. Students in the University Abroad Programs will have the opportunity to learn to ski in some of the best resorts in the Eastern US. There are also opportunities for hiking, biking, and kayaking!
Most importantly, the University Abroad Programs is safe. Named #1 Safest State by U.S. News & World Report's 2017 Public Safety ranking, Vermont offers students in the University Abroad Programs a comfortable and secure educational experience.
Vermont is known nationally as a playground for outdoor sports. Students in the University Abroad Programs will have the opportunity to learn to ski in some of the best resorts in the Eastern US. There are also opportunities for hiking, biking, and kayaking!
Most importantly, the University Abroad Programs is safe. Named #1 Safest State by U.S. News & World Report's 2017 Public Safety ranking, Vermont offers students in the University Abroad Programs a comfortable and secure educational experience.
Why choose the University Abroad Programs?
At University Abroad we understand that leaving home and studying in a new culture can be difficult. That is why we work with each of our students to design a personalized support plan that includes activities, one-on-one meetings, individualized feedback from professors, and other events.
As a University Abroad student you will be taken care of from the minute you arrive in Vermont and are greeted at the airport. Whether it is before, during, or after your time in the University Abroad programs, our support staff is there to help you each step of the way. Here are some of the ways we support our students as they transition to their new life in Vermont:
As a University Abroad student you will be taken care of from the minute you arrive in Vermont and are greeted at the airport. Whether it is before, during, or after your time in the University Abroad programs, our support staff is there to help you each step of the way. Here are some of the ways we support our students as they transition to their new life in Vermont:
- Free cultural and fun activities
- Individual meetings with advisor
- Mid-semester grade reports to track progress
- US academic skills workshops
Program Levels:
The University Abroad Programs are designed to meet your needs. We will work with you, no matter your English score, to find the level that is best for you. Our five levels are:
- University Abroad Elite
- TOEFL 71/IELTS 6.0
- Earn 16 credits
- University Abroad Premium
- TOEFL 61/IELTS 5.5
- Earn 14 credits
- University Abroad Advanced
- TOEFL 52/IELTS 5.5
- Non-credit bearing
- University Abroad International
- No minimum score – recommended TOEFL 40
- Non-credit bearing
- University Abroad Preparatory
- No minimum score – recommended TOEFL 30
- Non-credit bearing
Lodging:
All University Abroad students are housed in single dormitory rooms in a shared suite. Each suite has two bathrooms, a shared living area, and a small kitchen area. On each floor there is a full kitchen and a study area. Laundry facilities are located in each dormitory building.
Admission
Admission to the University Abroad Programs is simple and free. You must complete the one-page application form and meet the following requirements:
- High school completion or equivalency
- A 75 average from high school with no failing courses
- A valid passport
- Qualifying English test score (for Elite, Premium, and Advanced levels)
Affiliated Schools
Emerson College
Key Facts
Our faculty: 456 full and part time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 15:1
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Enrollment: 4,500 students
Our faculty: 456 full and part time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 15:1
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Enrollment: 4,500 students
Muhlenberg College
Key Facts
Our faculty: 171 full-time and 123 part-time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 12:1
Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Enrollment: 2,200 students
Our faculty: 171 full-time and 123 part-time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 12:1
Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Enrollment: 2,200 students
Quinnipiac University
Key Facts
Our faculty: 400 full-time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 16:1
Location: Hamden, Connecticut
Enrollment: 9,500 students
Our faculty: 400 full-time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 16:1
Location: Hamden, Connecticut
Enrollment: 9,500 students
Saint Michael’s College
Key Facts
Our faculty: 150 full-time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 13:1
Location: Burlington, Vermont
Enrollment: 2,000 students
Our faculty: 150 full-time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 13:1
Location: Burlington, Vermont
Enrollment: 2,000 students
Washington & Jefferson College
Key Facts
Our faculty: 126 full-time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 10:1
Location: Washington, Pennsylvania
Enrollment: 1,362 students
Our faculty: 126 full-time faculty members
Student/faculty ratio: 10:1
Location: Washington, Pennsylvania
Enrollment: 1,362 students