EDUC X 414.98 - College Counseling for International Students
Course Description
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.
Course Outline
Explore the college admissions process for international students, including those with special needs and requirements applying to U.S. colleges and universities.Notes
Contact
(310) 825-4191
onlineccc@uclaextension.edu
Recommendations
College Counseling Certificate students may take EDUC X 414.98: College Counseling for International Students in place of the required Financial Aid Fundamentals course. When choosing this option, students are required to take another elective course. Please notify us at onlineccc@uclaextension.edu if you wish to choose this option.Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- College Counseling : Elective Courses
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required