Author: John Kissell

New company focuses on helping international students

Washington, D.C. (Oct. 5, 2016) — U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, and Shorelight Education today announced the creation of U.S. News Global Education. The new company will help international students and their families find universities that support their needs.

“We have seen a tremendous increase in the number of international students researching U.S. universities on usnews.com,” said Bill Holiber, President and CEO of U.S. News. “Over the past few years we’ve started developing content and information specifically designed for international students and the response has been very positive. By collaborating with Shorelight Education and creating U.S. News Global Education, we are further expanding our global presence and platform for international students seeking to study at a U.S. university.”

U.S. News Global Education, a Shorelight Education subsidiary company, will bring U.S. News’ authoritative rankings and analysis together with Shorelight’s international student expertise in supporting students looking to study at colleges and universities in the United States.

“Many international students and parents face unique challenges in the college research process: a foreign market, language barriers and varying sources of information,” said Tom Dretler, CEO of Shorelight Education and Chairman of U.S. News Global Education. “Our combined efforts will help students from across the globe fulfill their educational aspirations and benefit from a transformative university experience.”

Through U.S. News Global Education, international students and their families will have access to insights and analysis to make better, more informed decisions when selecting a university. Services for counselors and advisors are also planned.

Media Contact: U.S. News & World Report
Lucy Lyons
llyons@usnews.com

Media Contact: Shorelight Education
Alex Goldstein
Alex.goldstein@corporate.shorelight.com

About U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report is a digital news and information company that empowers people to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives. Focusing on education, health, personal finance, travel, cars and news and opinion, USNews.com provides consumer advice, rankings, news and analysis to serve people making complex decisions throughout all stages of life. More than 37 million people visit USNews.com each month for research and guidance. Founded in 1933, U.S. News is headquartered in Washington, D.C.

About Shorelight Education
Shorelight Education is reinventing the international education experience for students worldwide. Based in Boston, the company partners with top-ranked, nonprofit American universities to build innovative degree programs and services that are both high-touch and technology-driven to help talented students succeed on campus and become globally-minded alumni.

U.S. News & World Report and Shorelight Education announce the creation of U.S. News Global Education.

International Accelerator Program to Expand Options for Students

BOSTON, Mass. (June 17, 2016) – Shorelight Education today announced the signing of an agreement with University of the Pacific to develop UOP International™, an innovative program that fosters the development and success of international students.

“Shorelight is proud to build a program with University of the Pacific that will offer international students a transformative experience at a nationally ranked university in California,” said Tom Dretler, CEO of Shorelight Education.

UOP International will broaden educational opportunities for students from across the globe looking to study at a premier institution in California. The development and implementation of the program complement the university’s dedication to student-centered learning experiences and commitment to a dynamic cultural environment.

“University of the Pacific is deeply committed to a personal, student-centered approach to learning,” said J. Michael Thompson, vice provost for enrollment management at University of the Pacific. “Our collaboration with Shorelight is one of the many ways we are able to stay at the forefront of higher education.”

Designed specifically to meet the needs of international students, UOP International™ offers an International Accelerator Program that provides students with academic, social and professional development opportunities, in addition to social and cultural activities to integrate international students into campus life. Aligning with the vision of University of the Pacific, UOP International will provide a superior experience to help students succeed.

“UOP International builds on Pacific’s existing commitment to intimate, community-focused programs. Through highly ranked academics and personalized support, students will be prepared for professional and personal success upon graduation,” Dretler said.

With a focus on student retention and success, UOP International will provide a dedicated team of support staff and enrollment management services, ensuring a smooth transition and integration for students coming to Pacific from diverse geographic areas and academic backgrounds. The program will build on existing infrastructure within the university to grow international student enrollment, support international students’ transition to a U.S. academic environment and expand Pacific’s global brand.

Pacific will welcome its first UOP International students in spring 2017.

About University of the Pacific
Founded in 1851 as the first chartered institution of higher education in California, University of the Pacific prepares students for professional and personal success through rigorous academics, small classes, and a supportive and engaging culture. Widely recognized as one of the most beautiful private university campuses in the West, the Stockton campus offers more than 80 majors in seven schools. The university’s distinctive northern California footprint also includes its San Francisco campus, home to the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and new graduate programs in health, food and technology fields; and Sacramento campus, home to the McGeorge School of Law and new graduate programs in health, education, business, public policy and analytics. For more information, visit www.pacific.edu.

About Shorelight Education
Shorelight Education is reinventing the international education experience for students worldwide. Based in Boston, the company partners with top-ranked, nonprofit American universities to build comprehensive programs and services that are high-touch and technology-driven to help talented students succeed on campus and become globally minded alumni.

UIC International to Expand Options for Students at Leading Research University

BOSTON, Mass. (June 8, 2016) — University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) and Shorelight Education today announced the signing of an agreement to create UIC International, an innovative partnership platform that supports the recruitment, preparation and success of international students. UIC International will launch the International Accelerator Program (IAP), which will operate at both the undergraduate and post-graduate levels.

Located in Chicago, Ill., UIC International will broaden educational opportunities for students from across the globe and help the university become a model for international student success and opportunity. The development and implementation of UIC International aligns with the university’s emphasis on diversity and providing students with an ethnically and culturally rich learning environment. The IAP will provide students with academic, language, social and professional development opportunities that together dramatically increase student retention and integrate international students into campus life.

“University of Illinois at Chicago is dedicated to the discovery and distribution of knowledge,” said Michael Amiridis, chancellor of UIC. “Our collaboration with Shorelight through UIC International deepens our investment in the international community and provides new and innovative ways to give students the chance to study, work and grow with classmates who will broaden each other’s perspectives and worldview.”

With a mandate to support student success and retention, UIC International will provide a dedicated team of support staff and enrollment management services, ensuring a smooth transition and integration for students coming to UIC from diverse geographies and academic backgrounds. The program will build upon existing infrastructure within the university to grow international student enrollment by recruiting from more than 100 countries, support international students’ transition to a U.S. academic environment and expand UIC’s global brand.

“Shorelight is proud to build a program with University of Illinois at Chicago that will offer international students a transformative experience at a signature U.S. institution in a great American city,” said Tom Dretler, CEO of Shorelight Education. “UIC IAP students will benefit directly from an intimate, community-focused program with highly ranked academics and personalized support that will follow them through their very first days on campus to their successful graduation and beyond.”

University of Illinois at Chicago will welcome its first IAP students in spring 2017.

About University of Illinois at Chicago
The University of Illinois at Chicago is a Carnegie research one university located in the heart of a great American and global city. With 29,000 students and 15 colleges, UIC is Chicago’s largest university and one of the nation’s most diverse. Deeply committed to its urban mission, UIC is a leader in teaching, research, clinical practice and outreach aimed at eliminating disparities in health, education and economic opportunity.

About Shorelight Education
Shorelight Education is reinventing the international education experience for students worldwide. Based in Boston, the company partners with top-ranked, non-profit American universities to build comprehensive programs and services that are both high-touch and technology-driven to help talented students succeed on campus and become globally minded alumni.

Program to Expand Opportunity and Support for Students at Leading Private University

BOSTON, Mass. (October 8, 2015) – American University and Shorelight Education today announced the signing of an agreement that will build upon American University’s global outreach and capacity to serve talented international students through an innovative International Accelerator Program (IAP) that will enhance the university’s existing services and recruiting strengths.

The IAP at American University will give international students the unique opportunity to study at a top-ranked private university located in the heart of Washington D.C. Students will have access to American University’s unique portfolio of degree offerings and will benefit from a tailor-made education model that includes comprehensive academic, cultural, and social support.

“American University is deeply committed to service, leadership, and global education. It is important to our community that our students graduate as outstanding global citizens,” said Scott A. Bass, Provost, at American University. “Our collaboration with Shorelight supports the aspirations of our students and provides new and innovative ways to ensure American University’s impact is being felt in every corner of the world.”

“Shorelight is thrilled to partner with American University, one of the nation’s elite private universities,” said Tom Dretler, CEO of Shorelight Education. “This collaboration exemplifies the best-in-class U.S. university experience that international students seek, in an environment where we know they will thrive. American University continues to distinguish itself through its internationally recognized faculty, world-class academics, and class after class of leaders that are making a positive, meaningful impact on the world.

The International Accelerator Program is a demanding academic program that combines intensive English language instruction with coursework and supplemental support resources that help fully integrate students into the university and their campus community. Through academic, social, and professional development opportunities, the IAP works to increase student retention and the overall international student population on campus. The program builds upon existing infrastructure within the university to provide resources and opportunities for international students that support their success through graduation.

American University will welcome their first IAP students in Fall 2016.

About American University
American University is a leader in global education, enrolling a diverse student body from throughout the United States and nearly 140 countries. Located in Washington, D.C., the university provides opportunities for academic excellence, public service, and internships in the nation’s capital and around the world.

About Shorelight Education
Shorelight Education is a U.S.-based education company that partners with leading nonprofit universities to increase success for international students while driving institutional growth. Shorelight’s purpose is to “Educate the World”—a call to action that defines its people and its point of view. Shorelight is committed to helping talented, diverse learners around the world discover and succeed at U.S. flagship and tier-one research universities. Visit www.corporate.shorelight.com for more information.

A new program providing a distinctive first-year experience for international students with strong English skills  will help grow the international student population at the University of Kansas, which is currently more than 2,200 students from 99 countries.

http://news.ku.edu/2014/02/20/new-ku-academic-accelerator-program-will-provide-enriched-option-international-students

Shorelight Education announces two new university partnerships with American University in Washington, D.C., and Adelphi University in New York.