University Connection (UniConn)

University Connection (UniConn) is an academic preparation program for highly motivated students who intend to enter university degree programs (undergraduate or graduate) in the US. UniConn is a 10-month program that prepares students for the challenges of the applications and admissions process, as well as the rigors of academic study at the university level.

Program features:

• 10-month length
• 20 hours/week of classes and workshops, plus individual advising
• 3 entry points in the spring (March), summer (July), and fall (October)
• individualized program planning and monitoring of progress
• intensive academic language and study skills preparation
• preparation for TOEFL, SAT, GRE, GMAT
• academic advising and assistance with the university application process
• credit course study through Penn's College of General Studies*
• academic, social, and cultural orientation to the US university

*Students must be separately admitted to the College of General Studies in order to take credit courses. If a student is not admitted, an advisor will assist to find other local school for credit course study.