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Virginia
International University


 

Address Virginia International University, Administration Office, 11200 Waples Mill Road #360 Fairfax, Virginia 22030, USA
Tel. No. +1 703.591.7042
Fax No. +1 703.591.7048
Admission E-mail address admissions@viu.edu
Course titles 1. Graduate Programs

Master of Business Administration (MBA) (On-Campus & Online)
With concentration on:
    - International Business Management
    - International Finance
    - Marketing Management
    - Global Logistics
    - Health Care Management
    - Accounting
    - Human Resources Management

Master of Information Systems (MIS) (On-Campus & Online)
Master of Science in Computer Science (MCS) (On-Campus & Online)
Master of Arts in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

2. Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (On-Campus & Online)
With concentration on:
    - Finance
    - International Business
    - Marketing

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (On-Campus & Online)

3. Career Diploma and Certificate Programs

Business
    - International Business
    - Small Business Management
    - Medical Administrative Assistant

Computer
    - IT Specialist

Language
    - Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

4. Language Programs

English as a Second Language (ESL)

5. Continuing Education Programs

Adult ESL Program (Nights & Weekends)

Type of programs Full time and part time
Length of programs 1 year to 4 years
Cost / Fees This tuition and fee structure is effective with the 2008 - 2009 academic year.

TUITION(1) Graduate Undergraduate TESOL Undergrad. Career Program ESL/TOEFL
Full-time tuition (per semesters) $ 5,274 $ 4,965 $ 3,969 $ 4,965 $ 2,650
Full-time tuition (per credit hour) $ 586 $ 331 $ 441 $ 331 $ 8.83/hr
Part-time tuition (per credit hour) $ 597 $ 343 $ 452 $ 343 $ 11/hr
FEES*        
Application fee (one time, non-refundable) $ 100 $ 100 $ 100   $ 100
Postal fee (domestic/International) $ 25- $ 65 $ 25- $ 65 $ 25- $ 65   $ 25- $ 65
Student grants / Financial assistance Scholarship
The Scholarship Program at Virginia International University is designed to provide encouragement and public recognition to students who have demonstrated academic excellence. The program is supported by generous contributions from individuals, organizations, corporations and foundations. Scholarships are available for the Undergraduate and Graduate Programs. The primary criterion for awards from the University Scholarship Program is outstanding performance. Financial need is another important consideration. Your accurate completion of the scholarship application form will ensure your consideration for every scholarship for which you qualify.

Scholarship Application Requirements:
Application to, acceptance by, or enrollment as student in Virginia International University is required. Additional requirements for individual scholarships vary depending on the scholarship. Students can apply for only one scholarship program. The GPA at VIU is calculated on the student's unweighed, cumulative GPA as determined by Admissions and Records, including the fall semester proceeding the application period. Applicants must submit a complete application packet including all required materials for the given scholarship by the deadline date in order to be considered.
Student profile Countries of origin: Our students come from over 50 different countries
Student Body: We have about 400 students at the moment.
Admission requirements The Office of Admissions is seeking qualified applicants for programs at all levels. VIU accepts applications up to eight weeks before the start of the following semester. After all application materials are received, students are notified of their acceptance as soon as possible. Please see the chart below for the requirements of each program.
Student accommodation VIU provides limited assistance to students in locating housing off-campus.


 



About the Programs


Graduate Programs

The graduate programs provide a high level of professional education and cover a broad range of subjects, thereby qualifying students for more diverse job opportunities after graduation. These degrees are earned by completing the program course requirements of 36 credit hours (3 credit hours per course, beyond prerequisite courses). Virginia International University offers four graduate programs:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) (On-Campus & Online)
• Master of Information Systems (MIS) (On-Campus & Online)
• Master of Science in Computer Science (MCS) (On-Campus & Online)
• Master of Arts in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Master of Business Administration (MBA) (On-Campus & Online)
The MBA program has five concentrations: International Business Management, International Finance, Marketing Management, Global Logistics and Health Care Management.

Master of Science in Information Systems (MIS) (On-Campus & Online)
The Masters of Science in Information Systems (MIS) program is the study of information systems including their design, development, deployment, and usage in various organizations.

Master of Science in Computer Science (MCS) (On-Campus & Online)
VIU’s MCS program is the study of computer science theory and its application.

Master of Arts in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
VIU’s MA in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) program prepares students to work as English teachers in a world where the global need for English language skills is growing.


Undergraduate Programs

VIU offers undergraduate degrees in both Business Management and Computer Science.

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (On-Campus & Online)
VIU offers a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in the following three concentration areas: Marketing, Finance and International Business.

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (On-Campus & Online)
The Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science (BSC) integrates theoretical and practical aspects of information technology and business systems.


Certificate Programs

Certificate programs are part-time programs and require a total of 12-18 credits. Diploma programs are full-time programs and require a total of 24 credits.

• Business Certificate Programs
The IT Specialist Certificate curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment with organizations that use computers to process, manage, and communicate information.

• Computer Certificate Programs
The IT Specialist Certificate curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment with organizations that use computers to process, manage, and communicate information.

• Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
VIU offers a graduate certificate in TESOL that prepares native and near-native speakers of English to teach ESL and EFL. The program requires a total of 18 credits and can be completed in two semesters of full-time study. Language Programs

Virginia International University offers two language programs:

• ESL Program
VIU's English as a Second Language (ESL) program is a semester-based program that offers instruction at four proficiency levels, from Elementary to College Preparatory. VIU's ESL program offers both full-time and part-time study, including a TOEFL iBT preparatory course. As well, the schedule includes a variety of content-based ESL electives to appeal to a wide range of interests.


Continuing Education Programs

Virginia International University's institutional mission is to encourage the development of a strong knowledge base and to foster the lifelong pursuit of learning. To this end, the VIU Research & Development Institute's Continuing Professional Education Series (CPES) is designed to deliver high-quality continuing professional education and training programs for individuals and organizations.


About Virginia International University


VIU is a private, non-profit university located in Fairfax, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, DC. VIU currently offers graduate and undergraduate programs in business, management and computer science, as well as certificates in a variety of professional and technical fields, including English as a second language (ESL). Our student body comes from more than 50 different countries. VIU offers tuition scholarships to high-potential students because we believe that higher education should be available to those who do not have the necessary funds to pursue it. See: (http://www.viu.edu/prospective-students/scholarships.html) Why VIU

• We are located in Fairfax, Virginia, one of the best and safest places in the U.S.
• Qualified professors
• Affordable tuition rates and payment plans.
• Tuition scholarships
• We update our educational programs to keep pace with the latest developments in technology and teaching methods.
• CPT - After first year /during semester
• OPT - After graduation 12 or 29 months
• On-Campus and Online delivery



 




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