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Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission - North Central Association
International Programs Mission Statement: To provide the highest quality programs to assist international participants in achieving their educational goals while building lifelong partnerships in the interest of global stability and peace.
We recognize that selecting your first college program is a major decision in your life. We are here to assist you, from the first inquiry through graduation and/or transfer to your upper level college goals.
History: Arizona Western College is celebrating its 40th year of continuous service to students. Yuma, Arizona was the Colorado River crossing site into California during the gold rush days. Today it remains rich in history and culture, within easy travel distance to the Pacific Ocean, mountains and water areas, archeological and geological wonders, and California and Mexico.
Quick Facts:
Dormitory Housing, Suite Style, on Campus - Beautiful setting
TOEFL: 500 minimum for academic programs.
AWC accepts students without TOEFL.
Students without TOEFL may require ESL classes
Placement testing: All students are required to take English and mathematics placement tests upon arrival.
ESL: 5 levels
Student-Faculty Ratio: 20:1 - Small classes
Application deadline: June 1. Late applications will be considered on an individual basis
2+2 Program with Northern Arizona University. Students can continue their baccalaureate studies at NAU without leaving our campus!
Degrees and Majors:
5 Associate Degrees and more than 80 major areas of study! |
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Associate of Arts, Business and Science (A.A., A.Bus., A.S.) |
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For students continuing to their baccalaureate degrees |
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General Studies Degree (A.G.S.) |
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For students entering the work world upon graduation |
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A sample of major degree areas:
Administration of Justice |
English |
Music |
Agriculture |
Geology |
Nursing |
Art |
General Studies |
Physics |
Biology |
History |
Political Science |
Broadcasting |
Hospitality |
Psychology |
Business |
Industrial Graphics |
Science |
Chemistry |
Industrial Technology |
Sociology |
Computer Graphics |
Languages |
Technology |
Computer Information Systems |
Marketing |
Television Production |
Education |
Mathematics |
Theatre |
Engineering |
Media Arts |
Welding |
Additional AWC offerings:
Honors Programs
Tutoring and Academic Advising
Career Center
Intercollegiate Athletics
Transfer Curriculum and Articulation Advisors
Student Government
Other clubs and organizations
International Student Organization
Radio and Television Stations on Campus
Admission Requirements:
1. Application form and $25.00 fee
2. Certified copy Secondary transcript, English translation
3. Proof of financial ability to study and live ($13, 400. USD)
4. TOEFL, if available
5. Photo of your passport identification pages
6. Short essay about your educational and career goals, written by YOU
International Fees Per Semester:
12 credit hours: $2736
15 credit hours: $2850
16 and above: FREE
Housing: $870Meals:
7 day plan: $1300
4 day plan: $984
Projected cost for full academic year (includes tuition for unlimited credits, room and board, insurance, all fees, books and personal needs): $ 11,900 - $13,400 (depending upon student choices).
Arizona Western College believes that international students bring the world to this community. Our hope is that as you fulfill your educational goals and dreams, you will leave a part of your heart here, and take a piece of ours with you on your future travels.
Please contact us for additional information to assist you in making this life changing decision. We look forward to welcoming you to AWC and Yuma!
