Curry College
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Description of Curry College
Curry College, founded in 1879 and continuing to evolve throughout its life, today has the status of a promising university in New England. In the college teachers practice individual approach to students, provide high quality of academic preparation, special attention to the career development of graduates. The Curry College has a multicultural environment. Representatives of more than 30 countries are studying at the university.
Highly qualified teachers work in the college. 90% of them have PhD. The college is known not only as a classical university, but also as a research center. Particular attention is paid to the business sphere. Students are offered a large number of directions and specialties. In the university you can get a Bachelor's degree in:
- Business management
- Media and communication
- Education
- Academic English
- Health protection
- Biology
- Ecology
- Information technology
- Philosophy
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Visual arts.
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This period is perfect for assessing capabilities and exploring options of universities. Focus on achieving high grades and improving English proficiency. Strong English skills enhance your learning experience, and good grades can lead to scholarships or honors college admissions.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Curry College
University Transfer Program
Short information about program for international students wishing to obtain a bachelor's degree in Curry College. The program is taught at Wheelock College, after which students can either stay in college or go to Curry College or any other partner university.
About the course: the preparatory course provides for the possibility to improve English in its American version, to adapt to the educational environment of the country. In addition to the language block, the program includes a classical subject. It consists of 3-4 disciplines (in each semester). The studying of subjects and the successful passing of interim assessments allow students to earn up to 32 credits. This makes it possible to reduce the course of study in the undergraduate program.
- Students age: 17+
- Start dates: September, January
- Requirements for admission: TOEFL from 45 IBT (minimum), IELTS 5.0, certificate (IB, A-Level).
- The result of the studying: admission to the second year of the chosen bachelor's program, academic readiness for learning; improvement of English for the perception of information in the university.
- Class size: 15 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Major in the Bachelor's program are the following:
- Biology
- Business Management
- Communication
- Criminal Justice
- Education
- Environmental Scienc
- Graphic Design
- Information Technology
- Liberal Science
- Philosophy
- Politics and history
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Fine arts.
The following Master's degrees are available:
- MBA
- Art and criminal justice
- Education
- Caring for people.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Curry College students are offered accommodation in the residence. It is also possible to study without living on campus. Those who wish to rent accommodation outside the campus can be assisted by the specialists of the accommodation department in the search for rooms, apartments.
Student residences offer double rooms, divided into blocks. Each unit has a toilet, a shower, a common recreation room, a kitchen. Laundry services are available at an additional cost. Meals can be provided on the half board or full board basis. Self-service is also possible.
The cost of the residence starts from 7000 dollars a year.
Subjects, specialties
Activities Curry College
The curriculum program at Curry College is presented by sports, creative, entertainment blocks. There are many student clubs in the university, several sports sections are opened. Weekly organized entertainment events (discos, quizzes, shows, contests, etc.).
In addition, students are offered fascinating excursions. The priority is located near Boston College. This largest city of New England leads the history since 1630. Modern Boston has something to surprise the guests. For students of the Curry College, sightseeing and thematic excursions (museums, galleries, parks, etc.) are organized. In addition to Boston during trips to New England, foreign students can get to know more closely with other cities. Particularly interesting are Newport, Rhode Island. They attract architecture, character, atmosphere.
Daily routine
The schedule depends on the course and program. At the preparatory program, students study in the morning.
Advantages
- Curry College is a prestigious high school 7 miles from Boston in a cozy and quiet Milton, where nothing distracts students from studying.
- The university has everything necessary for high-quality education. The student center covers an area of 84,000 square feet.
- The ratio of students to teachers in the university is 11:1. Each student can count on all-round assistance, support.
- More than 20 undergraduate programs are offered at the Curry College.
- The college degree is recognized in many countries. Practical-oriented programs serve as an excellent career start. Graduates of the university have experience in the field of work thanks to the internships they have completed.
Facilities and equipment at Curry College
The campus includes academic buildings of 19 residences, sports and other infrastructure. The college has its own television studio, radio station. For students there is IT-center, multimedia laboratory, a library with a multi-thousand educational print fund. The educational buildings are equipped with auditoriums, lecture halls, laboratories. Students are provided with all the educational and methodological materials, as well as the necessary tools for performing practical work.
Admission dates and extra charges
Start of programs is September.
Additional fees:
- Registration fee - $ 150
- Visa services and fees
- Supervision
- Airtickets.
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Curry College
Recommendations on when to apply
Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
- we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
Valentina has been working as a Recruitment Manager and then Head of Recruitment for CIS & Europe at Kaplan International Pathways for more than 7 years. She is a Lomonosov Moscow State University graduate and has more than 10 years of experience in higher education. She considers attending a high school important to prepare for the educational format in the country. However, Valentina notes that only a well-rounded, unique profile demonstrating potential to excel and contribute to the university's reputation makes an application stand out.