Study Philadelphia guide- English

With a quarter of a million college students in the region, it’s difficult to see where each campus ends and the city begins.

in a city built for students.

Philadelphia USA

5 universities offer English as a Second Language (ESL) programs. 8 universities confer

M.B.A. degrees. Computer Science is taught at more than 12 schools. 13 schools offer

majors in the Visual and Performing Arts. 8 schools offer degrees in International Business.

3 of the nation's top Liberal Arts colleges are located here. Pharmacology is offered at 4schools. 4 area universities offer medical degrees. Nursing is taught at 5 schools.

In Philadelphia, you’ll earn more than a degree.

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To hear what these international students have to say about their Philadelphia experiences, go towww.onebigcampus.com/i_chose_philadelphia.htm.

Downtown Philly is“alive” both day andnight. People live, workand play right in thecenter of the city.

Welcome to one of the most diverse,integrated and welcoming cities in the world.

“College life is excellent. There are other studentseverywhere, which makes us a big part of the cityand its culture.” - I.P., Athens, Greece

Here, mixing academics with work experience isnot only easy–it’s pretty much the rule.

“There is so much to do and everything is within reach.”- S.F. Singapore

“With all its greenery and spectacle, I find it oneof the world’s most exciting and vibrant cities.” - B.N.L, Ghana

The best of the USA, all in one place.

Get more than a degree.

In Philadelphia, students recognize that the city is as much a learning ground as the classroom. In addition to taking classes at other schools, you can gain valuable hands-on experience at hundreds of areabusinesses, biotech companies, law firms,state-of-the-art laboratories, and world-renowned theaters. Nowhere else do collegestudents play such a major role in the geography, culture, economics, and personality of the city, making it quite literally, one big campus.

READING TERMINAL MARKET (right)PHILADELPHIA MURAL PROJECT

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This city is fueled by minds like yours.

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“Philadelphia gives me the whole EastCoast experience. I'm right in betweenNew York City,Washington, D.C.,and the JerseyShore.”- S.Y., Hiroshima, Japan

INTERNS AT SEI INVESTMENTSInternships are a major part of the Philadelphia student experience.

So you’re thinking of studying in the U.S.? No wonder.

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This is where you will learn from many of the greatest minds on the planet, using the most advanced technology in the world, at the world’s most challenging and prestigious universities.

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Nearly 575,000 international students study in the United States each year. That’s three times more than those who choose Britain, Canada, Australia and New Zealand combined.

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Other countries can offer you an American-style degree, but they can’t offer you the full “American Experience”–a unique culture steeped in innovation, individuality and diversity.

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Where you study is also very important. Consider schools in or near a major city, so you can learn as much as possible both in and outside the classroom.

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Any way you look at it, Philadelphia is a great place to go to college.

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With more than 80 institutions of higher learning, Philadelphia blends the vast resources of a world-class city with the friendly atmos-phere of an American college town.

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Philadelphia has more history than Los Angeles, more diversity than Washington, D.C. or Boston and is more authentically American than New York City.

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As the nation’s first capitol, and home of Benjamin Franklin, Philadelphia is considered “the birthplace of American innovation.”

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From cheering on famous sports teams, to listening to the latest music, to eating a classic Philly cheese steak, you’ll find the fullest range of American experiences all in one place.

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Less than two hours away by car or train are ocean beaches, beautiful mountains plus New York City and Washington, D.C.

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It’s no surprise that Pennsylvania (where Philly islocated) is the top destination for U.S. students choosing to study outside of their home state.

“The city has savedme from living in a campus bubble. I love to get out ofmy dorm andexplore!”- D.K., Accra, Ghana

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Philly has whatever you’re looking for.

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Imagine landing an internship at any of these internationally-recognized companies. This is a small sample of Philadelphia businesses thatare always looking for new, young talent.

Boeing

CIGNA

Comcast

DuPont

GlaxoSmithKline

Integral Molecular

Lockheed Martin

Merck

Rohm and Haas

SAP

Siemens Medical

Vanguard Funds

To find other examples of world-class internships andemployment opportunities in Philadelphia, go to www.campusphilly.com

Here, the city is your classroom.

Matthew Rose, a British graduate student (shown here at age 23, not 73) preparing for “La Traviata” at Philadelphia’sAcademy of Music.

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In this city, colleges, businesses and civic leaders work hand in hand. It’s not uncommon for Philadelphia students to learn from CEOs of international corporations or Nobel Prize-winning scientists.

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Philadelphia is the busiest port on the North Atlantic coast, and there are 450 foreign-owned companies in the region, not to mention 223,000 technology workers.

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The region’s incredible variety of schools and programs let you study any subject you can

possibly imagine, whether that’s robotics, bioengineering, filmmaking or a major of your own design.

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The region invests more than $700 million in R&D each year and sees more local patents issued than New York City or San Francisco.

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One out of every six doctors in the U.S. was trained in Philadelphia.

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80% of America’s pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms are located within a two-hour drive.

You can get a diploma anywhere. For a complete education, choose Philadelphia.

Only Philadelphia has an internship fair specifically for international students.

INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP FAIR

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Philadelphia, “The City of Brotherly Love,” is a perfect representation of the Americanmelting pot. It is a patchwork of international neighborhoods, including Chinese, Indian,Korean, Pakistani, Russian, Nigerian, Greek, Armenian and Latino.

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Philadelphia ranks among the top U.S. educa-tion centers. Its colleges and universities hostmore than 12,500 international students each year.

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You don’t have to be one of the 400 students from over 65 countries living at International House Philadelphia to take advantage of the 150 cultural, educational, and social programs hosted there annually.

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It’s easy to plug right in to Philadelphia, thanksto its affordable cost of living, plentiful housingand easy access to healthcare. So you canspend more time focused on the fun stuff, likewhat to do on Saturday night.

Philadelphia is one of the most diverse, integrated and welcoming cities in the country.

Wherever you go in this city, you’ll feel right at home.

“The city has somuch energy. The people are sofriendly. I hope tostay here after graduation.”- S.S., Kenya

SOURCE: 2005 U.S. DEPT. OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Despite the fact that it’s an international hub,Philadelphia is surprisingly afford-able. In fact, it’s the most affordablemajor city in thenortheastern United States.

Philadelphia is affordable.

San Francisco $1,490

Boston $1,308

Los Angeles $1,252

Washington, D.C. $1,187

Manhattan, New York City $1,147

Philadelphia $904

Philadelphia is above all, a safe city.

Your home away from home.

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ICE SKATING AT PENN’S LANDING (above)

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Philadelphia is called the Paris of America. It’s

home to 100 theater companies, more than 100

museums, and has the world’s second largest

collection of impressionist paintings.

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An extensive transportation system with a

pedestrian-friendly downtown, means there’s

no need for a car to get around. When you’re

ready to travel, Amtrak trains will take you

anywhere on the east coast. Every day over 700

domestic and international flights to over 120

destinations depart from Philadelphia’s airport.

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Philadelphia is the perfect place to enjoy the

four seasons. In the fall you can watch the trees

change colors. In the winter you can go skiing

or skating. In the spring you can go whitewater

rafting. And in the summer you can head to

famous Atlantic beaches. Best of all, nothing is

more than a 90-minute drive away.

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Philadelphia is one of the most athletic cities in

the country with 8 professional sports teams, an

historic college basketball rivalry, the country’s

largest collegiate regatta, the famous Penn relays

and the nation’s premier professional cycling race.

There’s no doubt about it. In Philadelphia, the only limit is your imagination.

You’d be hard pressed to find this kind of creative energy in most cities.

Philadelphia’s thriving music scene.

If you’re into cutting-edge music, there’s no better

place to hear today’s top emerging sounds. More

famous hip-hop artists and DJ’s got their start in

Philadelphia than anywhere else. Eve.The Roots.

Jill Scott. Rich Medina. King Britt. It’s no coinci-

dence that MTV’s Real World made Philadelphia

its 2004 location.

In addition, the city is filled with such an endless

array of student-oriented dance clubs, restaurants,

art galleries, ethnic festivals, live music and cine-

ma, that Philadelphia has its own online event

guide for students: www.campusphilly.org.

Find your rhythm in Philadelphia.

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SINGER /SONGWRITER WEEKEND; PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA AT THE KIMMEL CENTER; BLACK LILLY AT THE FIVE SPOT

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Make the Move

Don't just picture yourself in Philadelphia.Make it a reality. Whenyou're ready, log on toyour computer and check out the many useful Web resources listed below. Or simplystart by going to www.onebigcampus.com,the official online guide to Philadelphia and its top colleges.

RECOMMENDED LINKS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Visiting Philadelphia

Philadelphia guide for international students:www.onebigcampus.com/college_international.htm

Region’s key visitor portal: www.gophila.com

Philadelphia student online event and activitiesguide: www.campusphilly.org

Philadelphia events and festivals calendar:www.gophila.com/events

Information on Philadelphia in ten different languages: www.philadelphiausa.travel

International Visitor’s Council of Philadelphia:www.ivc.org

Welcoming Center for new Pennsylvanians:www.welcomingcenter.org

Philadelphia International Airport: www.phl.org

Public transportation: www.septa.org

Travel assistance for families visiting Philadelphiacolleges: www.onebigcampus.com/travel_desk.htm

Housing for International Students

International House in Philadelphia:www.ihousephilly.org

Hundreds of rental properties located throughout Philadelphia:www.rentphilly.com

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Financial aid resources for International Students:www.iefa.org

Pennsylvania financial aid resources:www.pasfaa.org

College scholarships: www.fastweb.com

International Fulbright grants and commissions:www.fulbrightalumni.org/olc/pub/FBA/cpages/gfn/gfn.jsp

International Agencies, Documents and Exams

Information on how to obtain student visas:www.unitedstatesvisas.gov/studying.html

Web sites of U.S. Embassies and otherDiplomatic Missions: http://usembassy.state.gov

One stop shop for student and youth travel: international driver’s license, international studentID, and other travel discounts: www.istc.org

Government-sponsored guide for U.S. higher education opportunities:http://educationusa.state.gov

Test of English as a foreign language:www.ets.org/toefl

College Board online: www.collegeboard.com

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