International 1 + 1 Associate Degree Program
For ICBT CAMPUS, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Brief Program Description
Students can complete the first year of their Davis University Associate Degree at the ICBT Campus and transition to complete their second year with the externship component at Davis University in Toledo, Ohio, USA.
Advantages
- Heightened affordability means: lowered cost of tuition and cost of living for students in their first year
- Complete a valuable degree in only 2 years: Associate Degrees from Davis University are fully recognized and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
- Course matching options allow for recognition and transferability of courses taken at ICBT Campus
- First year at Davis University – general education core provides a strong foundation for an endless list of available programs
- Ability for students to evaluate interests: great flexibility gives students the option to pursue other areas of study offered at Davis University
- Exposure to work opportunities in the US: an externship is a mandatory component at Davis University that helps student gain practical learning experience and connect directly with employers
- University Transfer Pathway accessibility: Associate Degrees from Davis University are recognized for post-secondary credits by many of our high-ranking university partners
- Davis University scholarship eligibility: students are automatically considered for many merit-based financial awards
Admissions Requirements for Program:
- Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (O and A level) certificate
- Proof of English language proficiency that meets Davis University minimum English language proficiency requirements – 51-69 TOEFL iBT score, 5.0-6.0 IELTS, 36-50 PTE, 75-100 Duolingo, Michigan English Test, ≥ 64 or ≥ C1 (MET – https://michiganassessment.org)
- Some programs may require criminal and background checks – will be required in 2nd year when students prepare to get their externship**
First Year Program Course Requirements
First Year – General Education Core (36 credits) completed at ICBT Campus
COM121 Composition I (5)
COM122 Composition II (5)
COM— Communication Elective (4)
CAS— Computer Elective (4)
HUM— Humanities Elective (4)
MTH102 Introductory Algebra I (5)
SSC— Social Science Elective (4)
IDS110 Forum on Technology and Resources (5)
Second year – focused courses
Visit www.daviscollege.edu to view our catalog for specific course requirements.
Program application and admission flow
- Apply to Davis University, receive, and accept the admission offer
- Start Year 1+ in home country
- In Quarte 2 of Year 1, reapply to Davis University (major declaration)
- Receive Form I-20 and begin Visa application process
- Arrive in the U.S. at Davis University for the start of Year 2
- Complete Year 2 and authorized work opportunities
Either return to home country or pursue further studies at 4-year institution.