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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.
Campus Philly1515 Market Street Suite 830 Philadelphia, PA 19102 oneBIGcampus.com
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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
The greater Philadelphia region is the second largest medical research and education center in the U.S.www.onebigcampus.com
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This city is fueled by minds like yours.
INTERNS AT MERCK & CO. (top) CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL (right)
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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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LE BUS CAFE, MANAYUNKPHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
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
PHILLY FRINGE FESTIVAL
Philly has whatever you’re looking for.
KIMMEL CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS (below)
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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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INTERNATIONAL HOUSEPHILADELPHIA (TOP)
SUMMER X-GAMES
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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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average 2-bedroom monthly rent
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ICE SKATING AT PENN’S LANDING (above)
U.S. PRO CYCLING CHAMPIONSHIPDAD VAIL REGATTA
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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.
WEST OAK LANE JAZZ FESTIVAL
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
FOR LINKS TO PHILADELPHIA’S TOP COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES CHECK OUT WWW.ONEBIGCAMPUS.COM
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