temple university global programs application procedure

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY GLOBAL PROGRAMS APPLICATION PROCEDURE Temple University welcomes you to our university and city through our Global Programs. Please review the application procedure and requirements for study abroad, exchange or study abroad-exchange program. Please submit your complete application to your home institution for consideration. Application Deadline Fall semester Spring semester

March 15 October 15

Application Package – submitted to Temple by home university international office  Completed, signed application form for Temple University Global Programs, including o Personal Statement (250-500 words, in English) o Student Agreement o Individual Study Plan (must be signed by home university advisor)  Transcripts/grade reports for all undergraduate courses completed  List of current semester courses  Official TOEFL or IELTS score  I-20 Application, if student needs US visa (www.temple.edu/isss)  Copy of biographical page of passport valid for at least 6 months following date of arrival at Temple University  Housing Deposit and Form, if applicable Financial Planning  Tuition and fees: o Study Abroad students pay tuition and fees to Temple. Tuition varies depending on study - approximately US$12,500 per semester www.temple.edu/bursar o Exchange students pay tuition to his/her home institution. Pays course-specific and international student fees to Temple. o Study Abroad-Exchange students pay tuition and fees to Temple their first semester and pay tuition to his/her home institution the second semester.  Housing (approximate): $4,000-$5,000/semester (rent + utilities). If requesting oncampus housing, mail a $250 deposit (check or money order only) along with the university housing deposit form if requesting on-campus housing. Off-campus housing is also available to interested students and does not require a deposit at the time of application.  Food cost: $1,500/semester and up (depending on lifestyle)  Health insurance: $972/semester (unless covered by self-provided policy) Submit your completed application to your home international office. Check Temple’s website for more information at www.temple.edu/provost/international/gp.

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY GLOBAL PROGRAMS APPLICATION Application for (check one):  Study Abroad-Exchange  Study Abroad  Exchange  Other:

Applying for (check one):  One semester Fall 20____ Spring 20____  Two semesters Fall 20____ Spring 20____

PERSONAL INFORMATION Name: (family)

(given)

Home University: ______________________________________________________________

Date of Birth:

(MM/DD/YYYY)

Gender: _____Male _____Female

Country of Birth: Country of Citizenship: Home/Permanent Address:

Home/Parents’ Telephone (Country/city code number): ________

______

Student’s Cell Phone (Country/city code number): Student’s Email:

HOUSING:  I will find off-campus housing myself.  I am enclosing $250 housing deposit (check or money order only) along with the housing deposit form to request on-campus housing. I understand that housing is provided based on availability (approximately $750-$1,000 per month).

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION In case of a medical or other emergency, Temple University will contact the individuals below. Home university international office will also be contacted. Student Name: ________________________________________________________________ (family)

(given)

Home University: __________________________________________________________

HOME COUNTRY CONTACT Name: (family)

Relationship: ___ Parent

(given)

___Aunt/Uncle

___Friend

___Other _____________

Phone number(s) (Country/city code number): ______

_________________

Email address(es): _____________________________________________________________ Mailing Address:

______

LOCAL CONTACT (U.S.A.) Name: (family) Relationship: ___ Parent

___Aunt/Uncle

(given) ___Friend

Phone number(s) (Country/city code number): ______

___Other _____________ _________________

Email address(es): _____________________________________________________________ Mailing Address:

______

STUDENT AGREEMENT I understand that I am enrolling in a non-degree program and that it is my responsibility to ensure transfer of any credits I complete at Temple University toward my current degree program at my home university. I understand that I am undertaking this program on my own and that it is my responsibility to accurately plan and execute a study plan for the duration of my stay at Temple University. International students are required to provide adequate proof of English language proficiency at the level of TOEFL iBT 79 or higher in order to be allowed to enroll in academic courses. I understand that, unless I provide adequate proof of English language proficiency prior to my arrival at Temple University, I will be required to take a language assessment test administered by the Intensive English Language Program before signing up for any courses. If my English language score is below the equivalent of TOEFL iBT 79, I may be required to take one semester or more of English language instruction. I understand that should I fail to enroll in and show up for approved courses, or if I violate any laws, rules, or policies while enrolled at Temple University, the University may terminate my study, which may result in my returning to my home country. In such an event, I am responsible for any cost that I may incur.

Student Name (print): (family)

(given)

Student Signature: ______________________________________

Date: ______________

Home University: ______________________________________________________________

PERSONAL STATEMENT Please write a brief personal statement on ONE of the topics below. The statement should be approximately 250-500 words, typed and double spaced. Please write your name and home university on personal statement. a. What do you hope to accomplish by participating in Temple University’s Global Programs? b. Describe an incident from your personal experience that typifies your definition of leadership. c. What is your career goal? _____________________________________________________________________________________

COURSE REGISTRATION GUIDELINES 1. Please provide a list courses you wish to take during your study at Temple University, in addition to two alternate courses. 2. Course descriptions are available online at www.temple.edu/apply/common/cdcheck.asp. 3. If the courses are not yet posted for the term in which you are planning to enroll, please choose the same term from the previous year. For example, if you are planning to enroll beginning in Spring 2014, please choose Spring 2013 to search for your classes if the Spring 2014 semester is not yet available. 4. Course enrollment depends on availability. 5. Please note the following departments are restricted:  Architecture  Business (must be a Business major)  Law  Performing Arts (Music or Theater)  Visual Arts (Film and Media Arts, Graphic Design, Painting, etc) 6. Courses may have pre-requisites you must meet to qualify for enrollment. Please be sure to check the course pre-requisites to make sure you have met those requirements before listing the course on your study plan. You can check the course pre-requisites by clicking on the course title and looking for “General Requirements”. 7. When looking at the course catalog, please be sure to carefully choose your class level listed under Restrictions (graduate or undergraduate) as well as your class location. You should only be choosing courses on the Main Campus (MN) or Center City (CC) not Ambler (AMB) or Japan (JPN). 8. International undergraduate students may enroll for 12 – 17 credits. A minimum of 12 credits is required immigration purposes. 9. International graduate students may enroll in 9 – 12 credits. A minimum of 9 credits is required for immigration purposes.

INDIVIDUAL STUDY PLAN Name:

______ (family)

(given)

Home University: _____________________________________________________________________ Major: ____________________________ SEMESTER

DEPARTMENT

COURSE NUMBER

EXAMPLE: FALL 2012

Accounting

2101

Accounting

2101

Alternate Alternate EXAMPLE: SPRING 2013

Level: _____Undergraduate COURSE REFERENCE NUMBER (CRN)

_____Graduate

COURSE TITLE

# OF CREDITS

7485

Financial Accounting

Three (3)

7485

Financial Accounting

Three (3)

Alternate Alternate TOTAL CREDITS

Individual Study Plan Approval from Home University (advisor, professor or officer) Print Name: Advisor Signature:

___

Title: Date:

Student - I understand that my Individual Study Plan will also be reviewed by the Global Programs advisor at Temple University. Temple may suggest changes in consultation with me and home university advisor/faculty. Course enrollment is based upon availability. Student Signature:

Date: