Facts about CCNY

Application Procedures and Entry Requirements

Tuition, Fees, and Miscellaneous Expenses

Entry Requirements

Application Forms

Applying for your Visa

Financial Aid Information

Pre-Arrival Information

How to Contact the International Admission Office

Common Questions and Answers

Other Information

Application Procedures for Freshmen and Transfer Students

Documents Required

1. Application Form: Complete the Application for Admission.

2. Application Fee: Along with your application, send a $100 nonrefundable application fee payable to Concordia College-New York through a financial institution with a U.S. office. Applications will not be considered without this fee.

3. Application Form I-20 and Proof of Financial Support: Enclose a letter (not more than six months old) from your sponsor's bank addressed to Concordia College. This letter should guarantee the availability of US $32,000 for the 2006-2007 academic year.  Include a monthly Bank Statement and sponsorship letter, as these documents prove ability to cover cost of attendance plus academic expenses. The College also recommends additional forms to prove income such as tax forms, annual pay receipts, etc. Have your sponsor sign the Sponsor’s Affidavit of Financial Support (this form is provided as part of the application). International students (Non citizens) are not eligible for any Financial Aid through the US Government or the State of New York.

4. Transcripts:

   • Freshmen: Include transcripts from each high school (secondary school) attended. These transcript(s) must be sent from the school(s) to the Office of Admission in separate sealed envelopes and must be accompanied by official English translations.
   • Transfers: Please submit official transcripts from every college or University you have attended. These transcripts must be sent to the Office of Admission from the institution, in separate sealed envelopes and must be accompanied by official English translations. If you have completed less than a full academic year of university study (less than 28 transferable credits), please submit official transcripts from all high schools (secondary schools) attended.
   • Subject Descriptions:  If you wish to have your subjects reviewed for transfer credit, you must submit descriptions of each subject studied at your former university. Descriptions should include the following information:

   1. Learning goals or objectives of the subject;

   2. The number of hours per week in lecture/laboratory,

   3. Textbooks required for each subject.

   4. The length of the academic term in weeks.

5. Level of English Proficiency: The TOEFL is used to determine a student’s placement during their 1st semester.  Students are admitted on the relative strength of their academic records (grades). At the start of each academic semester, each new student will take the Michigan Test given by the ESL department which will determine English placement.

   • If a student scores above 550 (paper), 213 (computer-based)  or 80 (internet based) they will begin in a full time academic degree course (5 courses per semester).
   • If a student scores between 500-550 they will take the English Proficiency exam during the orientation program.  The results of this exam will determine their schedule for the 1st semester.
   • If a student scores below 500 they will begin their studies in a full time ESL program at the International Center for English as a Second Language.
   • We also accept The International English Advanced Placement Examination (APIEL), or The International English Testing System (IELTS)

Tuition, Fees, and Miscellaneous Expenses

Entry Requirements

Application Forms

You can apply online at the following website.

www.commonapp.org

Or download a certain part of the Application (Matriculated Students-Non Esl)

• Application
• School Report Form
• Supplement
• Application Form I-20 A-B
• ICESL Application (Non-Matriculated - Esl Only )
• Summer ESL application (Non-Matriculated - Esl Only)

Applying for your Visa

Commonly Asked Questions by Students Applying for Form I-20 A-B

Who is eligible for the Form I-20 A-B?

• A student is eligible to receive the Form I-20 when he or she has: 

• been admitted to Concordia College for enrollment in a full course of study;

• provided documentary evidence proving financial ability to support living and study expenses for the full length of study.

What are my estimated annual expenses?

• The following is an estimated budget of expenses to attend Concordia for the 2006-2007 academic year and to live in Concordia housing for that year. This budget is a modest average; it may increase or decrease depending upon your personal spending habits.

Tuition and Fees:

• $20,700 (matriculated student)

• $10,400 (ESL student)

• *You are not required to attend school in the summer. Summer sessions for ESL students are an additional $3,000 estimated expense.

Living Expenses:

• $ 11,300*

• *This is based on residence hall accommodations and the minimum dining hall meal plan for 9 months. This estimate includes books, supplies, medical insurance and other incidental costs.

Total Costs

• $32,000 (matriculated student)

• $21,700 (ESL student)

How do I get my Form I-20?

• Complete the Application for Form I-20 A-B and attach the required documentary evidence that you have the financial ability to support your studying and living costs for your program. Submit your completed application and all documentary evidence to the Office of Admission or the English Language Center at the address provided below.

How Do I Contact Concordia College?

Financial Aid Information

Concordia College-New York provides international students with merit-based scholarships only.  The merit areas are in academics, athletics or music.  Our price for 2006-07 academic: tuition of $20,700 and room and board is approximately $8,230.

To qualify for an academic scholarship, a first-time college student must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and a combined SAT1 score of 1050(critical reading and math) and 550 TOEFL paper-based (213 computer-based and 80 internet based).  A transfer Student needs 3.2 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) and a combined SAT1 score of 1050(critical reading and math) and 550 TOEFL paper-based (213 computer-based and 80 internet based).  Scholarships range from $4,000 to $6,000 depending academic strengths.  Applications can submit by exceptional students for consideration into Concordia's Fellows (Honors) Program, which awards a $12,000 scholarship.

Athletic scholarships are available for 11 NCAA Division II sports:  Men's baseball, basketball (men/women), cross-country (m/w), soccer (m/w), women's softball, tennis (m/w), and women’s volleyball.  Our men's volleyball program is on hiatus.  Concordia's coaching staff determines level of scholarship, up to $12,000.

Music scholarships are based on an audition (in person or via audio- or videotape) with our Music Department.  Scholarships are up to $8,000, which is determined by the Department.

Some of our international students have been able to receive student loans (to be repaid upon program completion) with a creditworthy cosigner who is a U.S. citizen.  These may be up to the remaining cost of education.

Pre-Arrival Information

Pre-Payment of Tuition Deposit

Students who are admitted and paid their deposit to Concordia College – New York are required to make a US$3,000.00 prepayment of fees before they arrive on campus. This pre-payment goes directly to your tuition bill. The money can be paid via wire-transfer, check (cheque), or credit card. Your complete invoice will be produced before your arrival. Once you receive the final invoice, you will be expected to pay the balance due in full. A monthly payment plan is possible with the approval of the Business Office.

To Pay via Wire-Transfer

The following must be on the wire transfer form:

Hudson Valley Bank                  Routing #021-909300

25 East Grassy Sprain Road      Account #0144517001

Yonkers, NY 10701 USA

Also: the student’s name and address for account posting

To Pay via Credit Card

Fax or email us:

Credit card number

Card expiration date

Exact name as it appears on the credit card

Getting To Concordia College–New York

If you do not make a reservation, when you arrive, walk to the Ground Transportation desk at any airport. You will be able to arrange for a ride in a shared van with other people traveling to Westchester County, where Concordia College is located. This door-to-door service also costs less than a taxi. You will need to provide the driver with Concordia College’s address:

Concordia College – Feth Hall

171 White Plains Road (Route 22)

Bronxville, NY 10708

(914) 337-9300

Address:

Concordia College-New York

171 White Plains Rd

Bronxville NY 10708

USA

Commonly Questions and Answers

How many students attend Concordia College – New York?

Under 700 full time undergraduate students.

Where is Bronxville?

Bronxville is located 32 Kilometers (25 minutes) from NYC and 315 Kilometers (3 hours 15 min) from Boston, MA.  Bronxville is a 25 minute train ride from Grand Central Station in Manhattan and is a short drive from LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy Airport – two of the major hubs of transportation for the East Coast.

Is the College campus safe?

Yes.  Concordia College is located in a very wealthy and safe neighborhood. The College Campus has around the clock security. As with any American City, students should exercise common sense and make wise decisions about walking alone, off campus at night.

Do you have other Interantional Students at Concordia College-New York

Over 12% of the student body is comprised of students from overseas.  An example of the campus diversity is evidenced in the fact that our students are from 36 different countries and 24 different states.

How long does to it to learn if you have been admitted?

If your application arrives in the Office of Admission complete with all of the supporting documents, a decision will be made within two weeks.  Delays only happen if documents are incomplete and/or missing.

How many students are in a class?

The average class size is 15-20 students.

What is the student/faculty ratio?

15 students to each professor.

What is the male/female ratio?

40:60

What is there to do on campus?

Concordia College offers over 30 clubs and organizations, fraternities and sororities as well as social, religious, cultural and athletic organizations. Student organizations and administrative programs offer a wide variety of entertainment, including movies, concerts, comedians, dramatic performances, parties, dances, and lectures. There are many athletic opportunities as well, from NCAA Division II intercollegiate competition to intramurals.

Can you describe the computer facilities?

1. What kind of computer should my son or daughter brings to campus?
   • We recommend a computer that runs Windows XP Home edition.  Although earlier operating systems, such as Window 98 or Windows 2000 can work on our network, your child will have fewer challenges with Windows XP.
2. Will my son or daughter be able to get to the Internet from their resident hall room? 
   • Yes, all resident hall rooms are equipped with a network connection.  The IT staff will distribute “How-to-Connect” handouts during orientation sessions.  Students can purchase a network cable from the bookstore if they did not bring a network cable with them.  Many students purchase a 25-foot or a 50-foot Cat5 network cable from their local computer outlet store prior to coming to campus.
3. What about printing – how is that done?
   • We recommend that each student bring a computer to campus also bring an inkjet or personal laser printer, with a supply of paper, ink and/or toner cartridges.  Students who log onto the computers in the library can print to the library laser printer for small quantities.  Public access printers, like those in the library, my carry a charge for larger printing tasks.
4. Does the college have a discounted computer purchase program for students?
   • Yes, stop by at http://www.dell.com/edubuy and enter our MemberID of US29335451 or call 877-377-0238 to speak to a Dell representative.  Purchase the extended warranty – it will pay for itself over the next four years.
5. What software should we bring?
   • We recommend Microsoft Office 2003 – Academic version (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).  This can be purchased through Dell, or at most computer outlet stores.  But be sure to ask for the “Academic Version” which costs less than half the regular price.   You also need a licensed version of anti-virus software, such as Norton or McAfee, and you need to keep the virus definitions current through the on-line subscription service provided by your vendor of choice.    While not essential, we recommend an anti-spyware program like Webroot’s SpySweeper.
6. Does the college allow students to download music?
   • Yes, but we expect our students to follow the laws of the land, to honor copyright laws, and to refrain from using pirated software.  The college does not condone nor support activity that violates the law.  In addition, the college’s firewall may prevent some types of peer-2-peer file sharing that compromises network security.

Other Resources

COLLEGE BOARD:

Information can be found on this website about college search, registering for SAT testing, scholarships and applying to colleges.

Website:collegeboard.com

ACT:

Information can be found on this website about college search, registering for ACT testing, scholarships and applying to colleges.

Website:www.act.org

TOEFL:

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) measures the ability of nonnative speakers of English to use and understand English as it is spoken, written and heard.

Website:www.toefl.org

WORLD EDUCATION SERVICES:             

Converts academic credentials from any country in the world into their U.S. equivalents by describing each certificate, diploma or degree you have earned and stating its academic equivalency in the United States.

Website:www.wes.org

Phone:212 -966-6311             

Fax:212- 739-6100

Email:info@wes.org

IMMIGRATION:

Website:www.uscis.gov