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PFL WELCOMES VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY

March 12

STUDY IN THE USA WITH PFL

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What separates Valparaiso University (Valpo) from other institutions?

  • Quality & Value - Valpo is a top-ranked university in the Midwest for quality and value by U.S. News & World Report and the Princeton Review. Compared to institutions of similar prestige and rankings we offer a much more affordable education.
  • Location - Safe, accessible and welcoming city of Valparaiso, Indiana (31,000) lies just 1 hour from downtown Chicago
  • Expertise – We are a recognized leader in Engineering, Business, Meteorology, Sports Administration and Nursing, among many other programs.
  • Support - Caring International Studies Office staff offers a family-like atmosphere and guides the Valparaiso International Students Association (VISA),
  • English Language Center - Located on campus, INTERLINK offers intensive English language courses and academic preparation for study in America. We offer conditional admission to students who go through INTERLINK.
  • Size - Small classes taught by supportive professors who are experts in their fields. 

Valparaiso Fast Facts

Location: Valparaiso, Indiana (population 31,000), part of the Chicago metropolitan area. One hour from downtown Chicago by bus or train, 15 minutes south of Lake Michigan. Campus: 320 acres with 50+ university buildings.

Programmes:

  • Art
  • Civil and Computer Engineering
  • Digital Systems Design
  • International Business, Business Administration
  • Law
  • Mathematics and Computer Science
  • Nursing
  • Pre-Medical Arts
  • Theatre Design and Production
  • Education
  • Health Services

70+ undergraduate programs, 40 graduate degree programs and their own School of Law.

School Type: Private, Selective, Lutheran, Co-Educational, Comprehensive, Liberal Arts, Residential, founded in 1859.

Student Body: Over 4,000 students from most US states and over 45 countries.

Rankings: Valpo's academic programs are accredited by the highest bodies and they rank among the top five universities in the Midwest Region of the US News and World Report. They are also among the 15% of U.S. colleges and universities featured in the annual Princeton Review.

Important dates for 2011/2012: August 23 – first day of Fall semester; January 11 – first day of Spring semester

Application Process: Valpo uses a rolling admission process. Materials needed for admission include an application, essay and certified transcripts. SAT/ACT is recommended, but not required. TOEFL/IELTS can be waived with ESL program completion. Application process is subject to review and change.

Scholarships: Valpo offers merit-based scholarships up to half-tuition for qualified international students. There is no separate scholarship application. Valpo does not offer need-based awards.

Download a copy of Valparaiso’s Fast Facts Leaflet here

Take a tour of Valpo’s campus here 

Alumni achievements:

Lindsey Gilman, MIT Fellow in Nuclear Energy
Mike Rickman, Vice President of Goodyear Tires
Roger Daley, US Superior Court Judge
Larry Mowery, Chief Meteorologist at CBS in Dallas-Fort Worth
Brendan Maher, Federal US Attorney
Todd Dawson, Vice President of Olympus cameras
Andrew Meyer, Senior Engineer at IBM
Kathy Cooksey, Postdoctoral Fellow at MIT for Astrophysics
Paul Chambers, News Anchor for CNN
Mark Peters, Chief Medical Officer/Surgeon at Upper Valley Medical
Charles Green, Vice President of Walgreens
Gordon Schrank, CEO of Chick-Fil-A
Carl Schawn, Senior Engineer at United Airlines

Why choose PFL for your study and visa assistance?

We are Valpo’s representative office in all the countries we operate in.

We are the worlds leading UK owned and managed student placement service. We offer the widest ranges of services and commitments to our student customers. 

Please see the following: Our Services, Our Commitment, Benefits, Visas and FAQs

PFL offers you: 

  • Over 14 years’ experience and expertise.
  • 98% student visa success rate.
  • Unique scholarship programme.
  • Top ranked Universities & Institutions to choose from in Australia, Canada, Dubai, New Zealand, USA, Canada and the UK.
  • Strategically located offices across Nigeria and Ghana.
  • Extensive advisory service on application procedures, visa guidance and pre-departure briefings.
  • Fast track application processing through in-house University Representatives.
  • Strong support network for intending students.
  • Virtual Counseling Service available for online advice.
  • Highly efficient, experienced, & friendly staff.
  • Dedicated customer service department for quality assurance.