Monroe College is a private college located in New York that has been operating for over 80 years. It offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs across various disciplines at an affordable cost. The document provides detailed information about Monroe College's programs, campus locations, admission requirements, tuition fees, and application process.
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Brief Note about US Education:
Foreign students continue to flock to the United States in large numbers. Today, there are
over 96,700 students from India studying in the U.S., constituting approximately 11.8
percent of the total foreign student population and making India the second leading
country behind China for international students in the U.S.
Statistics also show that the number of Indian students pursuing master’s degrees in the
United States has followed a dramatic upward trend. In 2013, more than 90,000 Indian
students took the Graduate Record Examination for admittance to U.S. graduate schools –
marking an incredible 70 percent surge from the previous year.
Brief Note about New York city :
Perhaps not surprisingly, New York City ranks as the number one metropolitan
destination for foreign students, having experienced a six percent increase from the 2011-
2012 academic years.
There are myriad reasons for this attraction to New York City, often dubbed ‘The Capital
of the World.’ In addition to its cultural diversity and vibrant social life, the city harbors
endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, which are driven by its
world-class facilities and a strong entrepreneurial spirit – indeed, New York City hosts
more Fortune 500 companies than any other metropolitan area. Equally significant t is its
wide range of educational institutions, which include community colleges, public
universities, and private schools located in and around the metropolitan area.
About Monroe College, New York:
Monroe College, New York, established since 1933 and one of the Oldest Colleges
existing for more than 80 years would be one of the best places for Indian students to
study under graduate and graduate program at an affordable fee.
Since 1933, Monroe College has been an institution committed to providing a real
world education. With experienced professors, hands-on learning, and relevant,
real world degree programs, Monroe ensures that its students have a chance to
realize their dreams. Over the last 80 years, Monroe has grown from a 7 person
business to a college of 7,000 students.
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Monroe offers their under graduate and graduate students many opportunities for real
world experience while they study through small business center activities, integrative
projects that all students must complete, internships opportunities related to the course of
study, management simulations in addition to interactive classroom discussion. With
small class sizes, students and faculty have lots of interaction which benefits the students
in terms of obtaining career guidance and more in-depth professional knowledge. Our
tuition is affordable relative to all other MBA programs in the NYC area. We are close to
NYC which provides plenty of opportunities for internships to enhance the students'
learning experience.
St. Lucia Campus:
Monroe College has 2 campuses in New York and 1 at St. Lucia. This campus offers both
Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programme. This campus was started mainly for students
those who cannot afford financially to study in USA but willing to get US degree at a
very low fee. Though the student studies in St. Lucia campus, the degree would be
awarded by Monroe College and it is of same standard and internationally recognized.
The degree certificate would state as awarded by Monroe College, New York and
nowhere mentioned as at St. Lucia campus.
The scenic Monroe College St. Lucia campus in Barnard Hill Castries on the Caribbean
island of St. Lucia combines the best of many worlds. With a spectacular view on a hill
that overlooks the ocean, the St. Lucia campus provides a serene setting just minutes
away from the bustle of the city of Castries.
Just a few minutes’ walk from government buildings, the new renovated air-conditioned
St. Lucia campus with state-of the art technology is in close proximity to a pleasant
downtown area that includes restaurants, quaint shops and tourist attractions, the library,
and a picturesque harbour.
Conveniently located between Margot and Rodney Bays and the Central Airport, St.
Lucia campus students, faculty, and staff make regular use of their convenient access to
some of the Caribbean’s most spectacular beaches.
Tuition Fee in St. Lucia: $ 2832 per Semester
Living Expenses in St. Lucia
Accommodation : US$ 250/- approx. per month
Food : US$ 200/- approx. per month
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Programs offered by Monroe College:
The college is a nationally ranked private institution of higher learning that offers
certificate, associate, bachelors, and master’s degree programs through its Schools of
Criminal Justice, Information Technology, Nursing, Education, Business & Accounting,
Hospitality Management and the Culinary Arts, and Allied Health Professions.
Masters:
• MBA - Finance
• MBA - IT Management
• MBA - Marketing
• MBA - Health Care Managemen
• MBA – Entrepreneurship
• MBA –Community Development
• Master of Public Health
• Master of Criminal Justice
Bachelors:
• BBA – Accounting
• BBA – Finance
• BBA – Human Resources
• BBA – Marketing
• BBA – Entrepreneurship
• BBA – Forensic Accounting
• BBA – Sports Management
• BBA – Entertainment and Media Management
• BBA - Business Management
• BBA – Information Technology
• BBA – Hospitality Management
• BBA – Health Service Administration
• B.S – Nursing
• B.S – Public Health
• B.S – Early Childhood Education
Campuses:
We have 3 campuses which are
Bronx in New York
New Rochelle in New York
St Lucia in West Indies
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Intakes
We have 3 intakes which are as follows:
• Early January
• Early May
• Early September
Last Date for Application:
November 15th
for January Intake
March 15th
for May Intake
July 15th
for September Intake
Recognition:
Monroe College degrees are internationally recognized, because they have obtained
regional accreditation and many of our under graduate and graduate programs are
pursuing or have achieved programmatic accreditation by external accreditation agencies.
Each institution in USA is autonomous and they could award their own degree but they
have to be accredited by the Education department of United States of America.
Ranking:
Monroe College is ranked by US News and World Report (2014 edition) as one of Best
Regional Universities.
More than 4000 Institutions are there in USA and only around 100 Institutions are ranked
and we are proud to be one among the top 100 ranked Institutions in the USA.
Regarding fee structure:
Monroe offers more than a quality education – it offers great value. Monroe is
proud to have been named the Most Affordable Private College in New York
by U.S. News & World Report, with a tuition that is about 50% less than the
average private college in the United States.
Total fee required for Tuition, accommodation, Meal, books and other for both
under graduate and graduate programmes are attached with this email.
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Complete the course in less time::
The College also has above-average on time graduation rates, a unique three-
semester academic calendar a n d strong p l a c e m e n t rates. Therefore, Monroe
s t u d e n t s a r e able to complete their degree and begin their career in less time
and for a far greater value than other colleges.
Students could complete the entire bachelors which are of 8 semesters within 2 years and
8 months due to our tri semester academic calendar whereas students studying in other
Universities would complete the same bachelors program in 4 years.
Students could complete the entire masters which are of 4 semesters within 1 year and 4
months due to our tri semester academic calendar whereas students studying in other
Universities would complete the same master’s program in 2 years.
Skype Interview:
All students no matter whether they have good academics or good English proficiency
would be interviewed via Skype by the Administration team of Monroe College and
would decide about the admission.
Entry Requirements for Under Graduate Programmes
Academic:
• Second class & above at 12th standard are eligible,
English Requirements:
A TOEFL total score 60-74 (a total score of 27-60 for admission into any of our ESL
Language Programs is required)
IELTS- 5.5 and above Overall
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Entry Requirements for Graduate/Masters Programmes
Academic:
• Second class & above in Bachelor degree are eligible,
English Requirements:
A total TOEFL score of 80 with at least 20 in writing and speaking is required
IELTS- 6.0 and above Overall
Document Checklist:
Bachelors:
Application form with 35$ fee
Academic transcripts
Resume
Two Letters of Recommendation
Essay ( Statement of purpose)
IELTS or TOEFL Certificate
Job Experience letter (if any)
Master`s:
Application form with 50$ fee
Academic transcripts
Resume
Two Letters of Recommendation
Essay ( Statement of purpose)
IELTS or TOEFL Certificate
Job Experience letter (if any)
Processing Time for Acceptance Letter:
Once we receive all the above mentioned documents we would inform the date and time
for the Skype interview within 3 working days. After the interview if student is selected
then Acceptance letter would be issued within 2 working days.
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Document checklist & Processing Time for I20:
Following documents are required to issue I20
Financial sponsor documents
• Affidavit of support (notarized)
• Financial statements
• Bank statement
• Loan approval letter
• Scholarship or grant awards
• Employment information (proof of income)
• Job letter
• Tax Return (US citizen sponsors)
• Proof of business ownership (self employed)
Housing sponsor documents
• Off-Campus: Sponsor Affidavit and copy of lease/deed
• On-Campus: Housing application and application fee receipt
Once all the above mentioned documents are given then the i20 would be issued
within 2 weeks
Regarding students application:
Completed student application forms and documents should be emailed to
indiaapplication@monroecollege.edu
