American College:

The American College is a private institution of higher education committed to meeting the educational and professional needs of its students. The College aims to help its students develop a strong knowledge base. In addition, it aims to encourage its students develop a strong knowledge base. In addition, it aims to encourage its students to achieve their potential and prepares its graduates for career and/or academic advancement.

The American College adheres to a policy of non-discrimination in admitting students.  Candidates for admission are considered without reference to race, color, religion, sex, handicap or national origin.  The American College students come from many parts of the world, bringing with them a diverse range of academic backgrounds, experiences, special interests, talents and cultural heritage.

The college is committed to providing you with experiences which extend beyond local and national boundaries and many opportunities are available for further studies abroad. Strong worldwide links, international partnerships and agreements, together with our college-wide language background, make us a college with a clearly international outlook.

Our reputation as a college offering high quality education is recognized both nationally and internationally. The college maintains agreements with numerous Universities, where students may transfer to continue their undergraduate studies or pursue postgraduate studies. These agreements are on a credit/year for credit/year basis. Our students may study for 2 years at our College and 1 in the United Kingdom or 2 in the United States and obtain a British or American Bachelor Degree. The agreements we maintain ensure the shortest time and the lowest cost in obtaining a British or American university degree.

The quality of our education is a mirror image of our faculty. The dedicated faculty and staff of the American College take a personal interest in each student’s success. Working together, faculty/staff members and students create and nurture a community that fosters mutual trust and respect through formal and informal interaction.

The American College is duly registered with the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture as an academic institution of higher education and is authorised to offer various programs of study.

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Lenia College:

Lenia college is one of the most modern colleges established in Cyprus in  the recent years. It is a very dynamic college which  offers high standards of private education.

Lenia college faculty are respected academic instructors and experienced practitioners or researchers who enrich the educational experience. Its facilities, the number and standard of lectures and the coordination of courses complying with the innovative English education system, contribute to giving Lenia college the prestige and characteristics of a European school.

Lenia College has been registered in the Records Of Tertiary Education Private Schools Kept at the Ministry of Education and Culture, by virtue of article 19(3) of the Tertiary Education Schools Laws of 1996 to 2003.

Lenia Colleges Programmes
Lenia College is renowned from its expertise in the area of Aesthetics and Beauty Care.  The diploma in Aesthetics & Beauty care covers all aspects of the work of a beauty therapist, together with the skills you need to develop a strong commercial awareness of working in the industry.

Our Diploma course offers you the opportunity to learn about business, and prepares you for working in the business world.

The diploma course covers the core business skills, which are essential to be effective in today’s work. We place much emphasis on the development of practical skills which can be applied in your future working life.

The course structure provides you with the opportunity to develop your own interests and specialisms, with route ways in marketing, human resources, finance, and accounting and information technology.

The course focuses on providing an in-depth understanding of contemporary, theoretical, practical and professional issues in information technology. Students will become competent in cutting-edge desktop & Internet software development methods and apply these to the solution of real-world problems. The course emphasizes an object-oriented approach to software design & development, reflecting the accepted standard used in commercial software production. It is therefore an excellent choice for students who wish to acquire the necessary skills to enter a rewarding career in the computing industry.

Students will be required to take the College English Language Placement Test before registration. Students who fail the English Language standards of the college will be required to take English language courses only or the foundation course of their program of study.

Intercollege:

Intercollege is an independent, coeducational, equal opportunity institution of higher education, combining the best elements in western education, quality standards and an international philosophy with genuine care for its students.
Intercollege maintains close links with a number of European and American universities, offering our students various opportunities for transfer.

Located on the historic island of Cyprus, Intercollege has become a global education centre offering a range of academic, professional and vocational programmes of study. International in philosophy (the vast majority of its programmes are offered in English), the College hosts students from all over the world, in a multicultural learning environment, cultivating critical thinking and lifelong skills, but also promoting friendship, cooperation and understanding. Intercollege offers students the opportunities to become involved in a whole range of activities including student clubs, sports, public lectures and seminars and thereby to grow and develop as persons. The end result of this entire experience is graduates who are well prepared for successful careers, but also for further study.

Intercollege maintains close links with a number of European and American universities, offering our students various opportunities for transfer.

Graduate Admission
The minimum requirement for admission into a graduate degree programme is a Bachelor’s Degree (i.e. American, European, or equivalent). Students will be required to submit, besides their degree certificate, a transcript with the grades of all courses taken at the first degree level and two reference letters. Special requirements exist for different departments.

When to Apply
The College calendar is arranged so that students may start in September, January or June. In July, students can only register for English foundation courses. You should submit your application at least three months before the beginning of classes.

How to Apply
Application forms and information regarding admission policies may be obtained from the College Website: www.intercolleges.com and the Office of Admissions

International (Non-EU) Applicants
As the Migration regulations change from time to time, it is strongly advisable that applicants contact the Office of Admissions for more information about the documents they need to submit.
International students who are not citizens of EU member states require a visa to study in Cyprus. The College will forward applications to the Migration Authorities for approval and advise applicants about the process.
Applicants from countries where there is a Cyprus Embassy/High Commission/ Consulate may need to attend a visa interview before coming to Cyprus.
If there is no Cyprus Representation in the applicant’s country of residence, the visa will be issued from Cyprus.  All international (Non-EU) applicants should submit to the Office of Admissions the following:

1. Application Form
A completed Application Form, plus the Application Fee of Euro 52 (one-off/non-refundable payment).
2. Visa Fee
Visa processing fee of Euro 86 (one-off/
non refundable payment).
3. Photographs
Four (4) recent, professionally taken,
high resolution photographs.
4. Academic Records Official or certified/attested copies (plus official or certified/attested English translations, where necessary) of:
a. For Undergraduate Programmes:
Secondary (High) School Leaving Certificate and Grade Report/Mark Sheet, or equivalent qualification.
b. For Postgraduate Programmes:
-High School Leaving Certificate and Grade Report/Mark Sheet, or equivalent qualification.
-Bachelor Degree and Grade Report/ Mark Sheet, or equivalent qualification.
c. For Transient Students:
Certificates and Transcripts/Grade Reports/Mark Sheets and Course Descriptions or Syllabi.
d. For Transfer Students:
See previous section: “Admission
Requirements”.
5. Reference Letters (Postgraduate Programmes only) Applicants for Postgraduate Programmes are also required to submit two reference letters from their professors.
6. Evidence of English Language Proficiency Official or certified/attested results of TOEFL, GCE “O” Level, GCSE, IELTS or Cambridge Exams (if taken).
7. Other Qualifications Any other official or certified certificates or examination results.
8. Certified Copy of Passport The passport must be valid for more than two (2) years.
9. Certificate of Good Conduct
An original Certificate of Good Conduct from the local police or government authorities in your country of residence, issued less than three (3) months before the commencement of your first semester’s classes.
10. Bank Letter of Financial Support
An original Bank Letter of Financial Support indicating that you or your financial sponsor (i.e. only your parents, spouse, or legal guardian) have the ability to finance your tuition and living expenses for the academic year.  The bank letter must clearly state your name and your relationship to your sponsor. If necessary, attach an affidavit to prove your relationship.
11.Copy of blood test for HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis B and C and Chest X-ray report for Tuberculosis.

All documents (apart from 1,2,3, and 5) sould be certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the applicant’s country of residence as well as the diplomatic representation of Cyprus. If the applicant’s country of residence is a part of the Convention of Hague, then all documents should bear the Hague Convention (1961) Apostile instead of the attestations mentioned above.
Candidates whose visas will be issued from Cyprus should submit all the above documents to the Office of Admissions with their applications. This applies only for applicants with no Cyprus representation in their country of residence.

Candidates who are required to attend a visa interview SHOULD NOT submit original Certificate of Good Conduct and Bank Letter of Financial Support to the

College. You will be required to show these documents to the visa officer at your interview. Please see the following section on “Visa Procedures”.
Please contact the Office of Admissions to confirm the documents you need to submit and whether you are required to attend a visa interview.
Admission Policy Statement
Intercollege adheres to a policy of non-discrimination in admitting students without reference to race, colour, religion, gender, handicap or national origin.

Intercollege students come from many parts of the world, bringing with them a diverse range of academic backgrounds, experiences, special interests, talents and cultural heritage.

Admission Requirements
Admission to the College is granted under different categories depending on the student’s qualifications and educational objectives. The College’s admissions policy relies on the student’s past record, primarily high school grades.

Evidence of Proficiency in English
English is the language of instruction at Intercollege. Proficiency in English is required for all degree programmes taught in English and all applicants are required to take the College English Placement Test (EPT) before registration. Students who do not meet minimum standards are required to take preparatory English classes according to their results before they can join their academic programmes.

Applicants with a valid TOEFL score of 500 and above, or Computer-based TOEFL score of 173 and above, or Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) score of 61 and above, or GCSE (or GCE) English Language “O” Level of “C” or above, or IELTS of 6.0 and above or Cambridge Exams (First Certificate with Grade B and above, as well as Proficiency with Grade C and above) may take the test but will not be placed below College-level English. This permits registration for a normal course load.
For programmes taught in Greek, students may be required to take a Greek Placement Test.
Undergraduate Admission Requirements The general admission requirement is for applicants to have a High School Leaving Certificate (i.e. 12 years of education or 11 depending on the country of origin,
e.g. Russia) OR equivalent qualifications. Some programmes may have additional requirements in which case they are specified separately under the relevant programme details. At the undergraduate level, admission categories are as follows:

1. Regular Academic Admission
Regular admission to academic programmes requires a recognised High School Leaving Certificate with a grade of
7.5 out of 10 or 15 out of 20 or a rank in the top 50% or equivalent qualifications. This status may be contingent upon demonstrating proficiency in English with a valid TOEFL score of 500 and above, or Computer-based TOEFL score of 173 and above, or Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) score of 61 and above, or GCSE (or GCE) English Language “O” Level of “C” or above, or IELTS of 6.0 and above or Cambridge Exams (First Certificate with Grade B and above, as well as Proficiency with Grade C and above), or the College English Placement Test. Advanced standing will be admitted on the basis of additional qualifications (e.g. GCE “A” Level).
Students applying for the Education programmes, taught in Greek, who do not meet regular academic admission requirements will be assessed to determine if their level of Greek meets entry standards before being granted admission.

2. Special Academic Admission
This category of admission may be offered to students who possess a High School Leaving Certificate but who do not have the stipulated grades or other requirements for regular admission. Such students may be eligible for special admission if they have relevant practical experience, or other records of achievement, or show evidence of ability to benefit from College education. Special admission students may take regular credits but load limits may apply until the time they establish their eligibility for regular admission. Special admission is offered to students with a low ability and with special needs.

Transfer of Credits
Transfer credits are credits earned at other accredited colleges and universities, which are transferable to the College. All courses are evaluated individually, based on the College standards and the student’s grades.
The general philosophy governing transfer credits is that a student’s knowledge, no matter how it was gained, can be considered as long as it is relevant and can be documented. Thus, credits may be transferred to the student’s record from a variety of sources. Where the credits duplicate, credits will transfer from only one source.
Transfer credits may correspond to specific College courses or may apply as credits in specific categories (computer, mathematics, humanities or social science electives). In all cases, they appear on the student’s transcript with the suffix “TR”; these grades are not considered when calculating the student’s CPA.
Regardless of the credits transferred, students normally have to complete a minimum of 15 credits/30 ECTS for the Diploma, 30 credits/60 ECTS for the Bachelor degree and two thirds of the Master Degree credits/ECTS.
Credit Earned at Other Colleges and Universities
Credits earned at other accredited colleges and universities or in accredited programmes are transferable to Intercollege. An official transcript is required. Course descriptions, syllabi and textbooks used may be required to determine the subject covered. Courses are normally evaluated individually.  In some cases, validation may be required in the form of oral or written examinations. Transfer credits may be provisional, and students may be placed on probation. The Registrar carries out this evaluation in consultation with Department Heads and School Deans.
The College will also accept formal evaluations by the World Education Service or other authorised evaluation services for work completed at colleges and universities around the world. Also, Intercollege may sign articulation agreements for the mutual transfer of credits with other colleges and universities.

Credit by Exchange (Erasmus)
The College awards credits to students who study abroad for one semester or one year under the LLP/ERASMUS programme. The study period is an integral part of the student’s programme of study and full academic recognition is given as decided in the Learning Agreement. A grade of “P” (pass) is recorded, which is not included in the computation of the GPA or CPA.
Credit from National Testing and Professional Examining Bodies
The College accepts credits from the following national testing programmes:
-American College Testing – Proficiency
Examination Programme (PEP). -College Board – Advanced Placement
(AP) Programme.
-Educational Testing Service – College Level Examination Programme (CLEP).
-General Certificate of Education (GCE)
-Advanced (“A”) Level and selected (“O”) level and IGCSE.
Credit may also be earned from the examinations of the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), the Alliance Francaise, the Goethe Institute, Associate Board of the Royal School of Music, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry and other professional bodies such as the ACCA, CAT, AAT, CIB, CIM, CAM, and ABE. This list is not exhaustive and other similar examinations may be accepted for transfer.
A currently enrolled College student with a CPA of 2.0 or higher may petition to enrol in a course at another accredited college or College and have the credits transferred to the University of Nicosia.  The petition must be submitted prior to enrolment at the other college or university.
Credit from Correspondence and Distance Learning
Students are permitted to transfer credits from correspondence, distance learning or web-based learning from accredited colleges and universities. Individual schools and departments decide on the credits awarded for specific courses.

Credit by Examination
The College may also award credits on the basis of its own specially designed examinations in a number of courses. Students wishing to earn credits by examination must apply in writing and must provide evidence that they have covered the relevant material. Placement tests in English or Mathematics do not qualify for credit by examination at lower levels. Credit by examination grades are given based on the numerical mark of the exam paper, according to the College marking scheme. The grade appears on the student’s transcript and the hours are included in the earned hours.

Credit from Prior Learning

It is possible to earn credit from life or work experience, business or industrial training programmes and other achievements. A portfolio must be submitted documenting the learning done outside of formal college courses. Credit is given for the learning or achievements that have come from experience, not the experience itself. Students must demonstrate a balance between theory and practice.

Visa Procedures
• The Office of Admissions will issue a
Certificate of Admission showing the dates for student registration and commencement of classes.
• You should then pay the tuition deposit
of Euro 3,200. The outstanding balance on the first semester’s fees must be paid upon registration.
The tuition deposit is refundable if the visa is denied by the Cyprus authorities. If the visa is approved and the student decides not to join, the amount of Euro 500 will be retained by the College to cover administrative costs.
• Upon receipt of the required application
documents and the tuition deposit (Euro 3,200), the Office of Admissions will submit your application to the Migration Authorities for visa approval.

Students from Countries where a Visa Interview is Not Required
• The Office of Admissions will inform
you as soon as your entry visa has been approved by the Cyprus Authorities and will send you a copy. You should not travel to Cyprus without a copy of your entry visa.

Students from Countries where a Visa Interview is Required

• The Office of Admissions will notify you
when to attend your visa interview.
• The following documents are required
for the interview:
a. Original academic credentials plus attested/certified copy and English translation (where necessary).

b. Original police character certificate and official English translation (where necessary).

c. Original bank letter of financial support.

d. Passport (valid for more than two (2) years).

e. College receipts for minimum amount of Euro 3,200 plus confirmation/receipt of payment from your bank.

f. Passport-size photograph.

g. Copy of blood test for HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis B and C and Chest X-ray report for Tuberculosis.

Upon Arrival to Cyprus
Please inform the Office of Admissions
as soon as you make your travel arrangements. You will be required to show the following items to the Immigration Authorities at the airport:
Please be advised that if the below requirements are not satisfied you will not be permitted to enter Cyprus.

a. Copies or originals (if available) of College receipts of Application fee (Euro 52) and Visa fee (Euro 86)

b. Copies or originals (if available) of College receipt of the tuition deposit (Euro 3,200)

c. Cash and/or travellers’ cheques (Euro 1,600).

d. All documents that were certified by the visa officer during the interview at the Cyprus Embassy/ High Commission/Consulate.

e. Certificate of Admission.

f. Open ticket valid for return to home country.

Migration and Ministry of Education
At the airport you will be given a two week temporary entry visa. After you register at the College, the Migration Authorities will convert your temporary entry visa into a student visa for a maximum period of one year, renewable every year for the duration of studies. The Office of Admissions will assist you with this procedure. International students studying in Cyprus on a student visa are required to maintain a full-time status (i.e. a minimum of 15 credits / hours per semester for undergraduate studies or 9 credits/hours per semester for postgraduate studies).

The Migration Authorities require all international (Non-EU) students to have a blood test (HIV, Hepatitis and Syphilis), and a Chest X-ray (Tuberculosis) after arrival in Cyprus. Detailed Information is available from the Office of Admissions.

International (Non-EU) students are permitted to engage in paid employment six (6) months after they have entered the country and may work part-time for up to 20 hours per week, in sectors of the economy specified by the Minister of Labour and Social Insurance or at private households which should be listed each time in the booklet M200 which will be provided by the government. During break periods (i.e. winter, spring and summer recess) students are permitted to work up to 38 hours per week. All employed students must enter into a contract, reviewed by the Department of Labour, which states the terms and conditions of their employment.