Pace University (in partnership with Kaplan International)  - Westchester

Pace University (in partnership with Kaplan International) - Westchester

861 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York, USA

About

Since 1906, Pace University has produced thinking professionals by providing high-quality education for the professions with a firm base in liberal learning amid the advantages of the New York Metropolitan Area. At the heart of Pace’s academic values is a historic commitment to excellence in teaching, as manifested by small classes, an emphasis on skill development and critical thinking, special tutoring and support services, and academic advising. Academic experiences at Pace emphasize teaching from both a practical and theoretical perspective, drawing on the expertise of full-time and adjunct faculty members who balance academic preparation with professional experience to bring a unique dynamic to the classroom.

Why Pace University (in partnership with Kaplan International)

  • Rankings: Top 11% US colleges with the highest-earning alumni, 300+ employers visit campus every year,  Custom career preparation for international students, and 95% of international Pace graduates are employed or in further studies.
  • Location: Westchester County offers unique landscape is a sanctuary to many, bordered by Long Island Sound to the east and the Hudson River to the west and offering endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. The picturesque towns, quaint villages and parks and other open spaces allow people to go beyond the everyday, be it for hiking, biking, watersports or family activities. 
  • Selecting the USA as a Destination: With a diverse culture rich with opportunities, it’s no wonder the USA is the top destination in the world for international students. Degrees earned in the USA are recognized all around the world for their prestige and value. 

Features

383 out of 383 programs are eligible for Optional Practical Training.

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is temporary employment that is directly related to an F-1 student’s major area of study. Eligible students can apply to receive up to 12 months of OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies (pre-completion) and/or after completing their academic studies (post-completion).

If you have earned a degree in certain science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, you may be eligible for a 24-month extension of your post-completion OPT employment authorization.

For more information see here: https://www.uscis.gov/opt

Cooperative education (or co-operative education) and internships are methods of combining classroom-based education with practical work experience. A cooperative education experience ("co-op"), provides academic credit for structured job experience. Co-ops are full-time, paid or unpaid positions. Internships may be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid positions.
Even if you do NOT meet our minimum English requirement (IELTS or TOEFL), you still can get conditionally accepted in the program of your choice with the condition of completing our English program prior to starting your chosen program.

Students need to plan their accommodations well in advance of their arrival as all accommodation options fill up quickly, well before the start of the semester.

On-Campus Residence Accommodations

On-Campus residence accommodations are provided per discretion by the school.

Off-Campus Accommodations

The local area has a variety of off-campus rental housing options including single homes, duplexes, apartments and rooms for rent. Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.

Homestay

There are a wide variety of homestay options available, and our partners do their best to match students and hosts according to their interests and preferences. Homestay hosts include single people, young couples with children and pets, and older couples. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.

Location

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861 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York, USA, 10570

Insttitution Details

founded

1906

School ID

3103

Institution type

Private

DLI

School Rank

1014

Cost and Duration

$0 USD

Application fee

4 years

Average undergraduate program

2 years

Average graduate program

$19000 USD / Year

Cost of Living

$36248.49 USD / First Year

Gross tuition

Top Disciplines

Sciences

Business, Management and Economics

Arts

Law, Politics, Social, Community Service and Teaching

Others

Program Levels