INTO US Service Levels
At INTO, we offer a wide range of program types to accommodate international students at every level. Whether students are looking for the standard entry to the university with academic support designed for international students or a fully comprehensive program, we have an option that fits everyone.
What is an INTO Preferred Service?
An INTO Preferred Service includes extensive wraparound services designed for international student success. Our services begin at the application stage with expedited admissions processes and continues with academic and cultural support throughout the degree program.
Read below for a full breakdown on service levels per program type.
Admissions
Direct Direct Entry University Pathway | Direct International Direct, Integrated Master’s Program, Master’s International Direct | Pathway INTO Center International Year One, Undergraduate Transfer Program, Graduate Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
Offers: Application form | Undergraduate: INTO apply form Graduate: Direct Entry Waiver (DEW) or INTO apply form | INTO apply form | INTO apply form |
Offers: Application-to-offer speeds | Varies | INTO expedited processing | INTO expedited processing |
Offers: Application fees | Undergraduate: Variable Graduate: Direct Entry Waiver: Variable INTO apply form: Variable | No | No |
Offers: Appeals /secondary review | N/A | Can be requested | Can be requested |
Rejections: Reasons for rejection | N/A | Can be requested | Can be requested |
Confirmation : Payment | University system | INTO pay | INTO pay |
Post-arrival support from INTO** | N/A | Yes | Yes |
Scholarships | University awarded in line with policy | RO awarded/ Automatic awards | RO awarded/ Automatic awards |
** If students request or require additional cultural or academic assistance, Center staff will work with the student to support, advise, and resolve any issues and keep Regional Office, Agents and parents informed where appropriate.
Academic and student support
Direct Direct Entry University Pathway | Direct International Direct, Integrated Master’s Program, Master’s International Direct | Pathway INTO Center International Year One, Undergraduate Transfer Program, Graduate Pathway | |
|---|---|---|---|
Who teaches the students? | University faculty | University faculty | University faculty |
Courses studied | University credit | University credit | University credit |
Domestic and international students study together in same classes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Guaranteed enrollment in relevant courses | No | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated international student support: Study skills | Varies: May be available at some Joint Venture partners | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated international student support: Tutoring and academic advising | Varies: May be available at some Joint Venture partners | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated international student support: Student services | Varies: May be available at some Joint Venture partners | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated international student support: Local language/cultural support counselors | Varies: May be available at some Joint Venture partners | Yes* | Yes* |
Housing | University offering | University offering | University offering |
* China: Drew University, Hofstra University, Oregon State University, Saint Louis University | Arabic: George Mason University, Oregon State University | India: Hofstra University, Oregon State University, The University of Alabama at Birmingham | Russian: Oregon State University