Summer Transition Program for International Students
The School of Music is pleased to offer the Summer Transition Program for all international students at Ithaca College. The program will be an important resource in assisting international students as they adjust to studying music in the United States.
Program Components
- Practical help with getting settled in Ithaca including opening bank accounts and activating cell phones.
- Conversational English instruction in the morning
- Academic English instruction in the afternoon
- Daily activities and immersion events within the community. Possible activities include practicing using public transportation; visits to the grocery store, shopping areas, and natural parks; and ordering and eating at restaurants.
- Opportunities to meet other international students
- Information regarding program requirements, academic expectations, support and other resources available, and an overall guidance on how to be successful students
Important Dates
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 1, 2013
Arrival: Thursday, August 1, 2013
Orientation: Friday, August 2, 2013
Classes and Activities: Monday, August 5, 2013 to Saturday, August 17
Tuition, Housing, and Meals
Tuition: $1,000
Undergraduate Housing and Meals: Housing and meals are provided and required for undergraduate students only. The cost of housing for 17 nights and 35 meals for undergraduate students is $975.
Graduate Housing and Meals: All participants eat lunch together during the week. All graduate students must purchase 12 lunches for $90. Additional meals are available: 10 meals for $75. Graduate students have the option of living off campus, but some participants may select to live on campus during this program and purchase the full meal package. The cost for 17 nights and 35 meals for graduate students is $975.
Payment Options: the preferred payment option is by credit card. If you are unable to pay by credit card, please contact Conference and Events Services for additional payment options.
Travel Information
More information about traveling to Ithaca can be found on the Office of International Programs website.
Contact Information
If you have questions about:
Curriculum and Content of Program: please contact Christy Agnese
Registration: please contact Toni Johnson
