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Foundation of International Programs Short-Term Certificate
- Seattle, United States
- 0.25 years
- English
- Hybrid
- Foundation
About the program
Flexible 3 to 12 month certificate in which students pick college classes in a focus area.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in International Programs Short-Term Certificate. Apply knowledge in areas including students assemble their own set of college classes within one of five focus areas:. Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.
Career outcomes
- Further study (MBA preparation
- university transfer)
Curriculum
- Students assemble their own set of college classes within one of five focus areas: business in a global society
- computer science and technology
- cultures and communication
- general studies
- or MBA preparation. Course availability varies each quarter and is set in the North
- Central and South class schedules.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Age 16 or older; college-level English; students choose classes from the focus areas; online study from outside the US is possible with a limited selection.
Accepted academic background
At least 16 years old by the first day of classes; college-level English proficiency; can be taken online from outside the US (limited class selection) or in person
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 64
- Duolingo 100
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results
- Financial Evidence
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $8,300 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | South Seattle College |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | South Seattle College |
| Department | International Programs |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | Institution-level scholarship or award opportunities may exist. Eligibility, funding, and international-student access must be confirmed for this program. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
25 Nov 2026
12 days leftProgram starts
April 2027
Apply by
25 Feb 2027
104 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
25 May 2027
193 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
25 Aug 2027
285 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.25 years.
The next deadline is 25 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $8,300 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The estimated living cost is $25,380 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 64, Duolingo 100, IELTS Academic 6.

