2. International
Student
Advisors
Erin Walker Cynthia Okawara
cokawara@shoreline.edu
ewalker@shoreline.edu
Lisa Hirayama
lhirayam@shoreline.edu
3. Programs of Study at Shoreline
High School
Completion
Professional /
Technical
Academic Transfer
(2 + 2)
4. U.S.
Educational
System
Depending on math and English placement, your
program of study may take longer than four years.
5. So, What’s after ESL?
Usually English and Math
General Education
(Math, English, Social Science,
Humanities, Science).
Most pre-major/prerequisite classes done
in second year, not first.
6. How Many Credits Should I
take?
Typical
quarter = 15 credits
Minimum for immigration = 12
Maximum = 18
8. ESL/English Placement
ESL 050 ESL 60 ESL 99 ESL 100 English 101
10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 5 credits 5 credits
ESL 095
5 credits
English 101 is college level English, required by
universities and for most degrees and certificates.
ESL 100 will count for an elective class toward many
AA degrees. It may or may not transfer to
universities.
Classes below ESL 100 do not transfer, but are
considered academic preparation.
10. Math Test Results
Many times the math placement test will
place international students too low.
If you feel the Compass test places you
too low, you have the option to re-take
the Compass test up to 3 times.
11. Grade Point Average (GPA)
4.0 = A
3.0 = B
2.0 = C
1.0 = D
Below 0.7 = fail
Scholastic Standard
= 1.75 GPA or
higher and pass all
P/NC classes
Beware of the ―V‖
12. Class Withdrawal and Repeat
If you drop a class in the first two
weeks, there will be no record.
After the deadline, you will have a W on
your transcript (record).
If you repeat a class (R), both classes
and grades will appear permanently on
your transcript.
Your transcripts will follow you
everywhere!
13. Registration
Live Schedule:
http://www.shoreline.edu/CourseProgramDesign
System/ClassSchedulePublic/ClassScheduleLive.a
spx
Pre-Registration: Until you are finished
with ESL 100.
Online Registration—better chance to get
your classes!
14. Academic Resources
Academic Tutors
Writing and Learning Studio
Math Learning Center
International Student Advisor
15. Be Informed
Communicate with
instructors
Be careful of plagiarism
Read your syllabus
Read the E-News
Join IPadvisors on
Facebook
16. Transfer Resources
Transfer cabinet in International
Programs
Quarterly workshops on transfer
University visits and
transfer fairs
Your advisor
Other faculty advisors on
campus
17. Next Steps
Take your Math placement during
Fall Quarter test!
◦ Pay and schedule to take your test
online(1st floor 5000 building)
◦ Bring ID on the day of the test.
Schedule an appointment online
with an IP Academic Advisor next
quarter to begin your academic
planning.
Attend Academic Workshops
Follow your plan!
18. Practice for the Math Test
Testing Center information including math practice!
◦ http://www.shoreline.edu/math/handouts.html
COMPASS Practice tests
◦ http://www.act.org/compass/tests/math.html
Numerical Skills
◦ http://www.act.org/compass/sample/pdf/numerical.pdf
College Algebra
◦ http://www.act.org/compass/sample/pdf/geometry.pdf
Math Review by Topic
◦ http://shoreline.edu/math/Math_Review_and_Practice.htm
Math Handout Sheets
◦ http://www.shoreline.edu/math/handouts.html
19. Appointments will be made available by 3:30
p.m. for the following work day.
Go to the IP website at
www.shoreline.edu/international
Go to ―current students‖ (from the top menu)
Go to ―appointment scheduling‖ (from menu on
right)
You can access an advisor’s online appointment
calendar
Follow the instructions that are provided.
How To Schedule an Appointment
20. Advising Assistance
Walk-in advising (10 minute
quick questions)
Appointments – ½ hour
Department Faculty
AND
eNews
Facebook
21. Monday, Tuesday Thursday
◦ 10:30 – 12:00
◦ 2:00 –3:30
◦ Extended walk-in
Wednesday & Friday
◦ By appointment only
Plan, plan, plan!!!
Come to walk-in Advising!
