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Graduate Pathway in Creative Technologies (1-Semester Pathway) Leading to Master of Science in Creative Technologies

INTO Group - Illinois State University

USA,Illinois

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 32,740/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2024

Apply Date

USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1857

Total Students: 20,878 +

Int. Students: 572 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

100 N University St, Normal, IL 61761, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Graduate Pathway in Creative Technologies (1-Semester Pathway) Leading to Master of Science in Creative Technologies

Program Overview

An INTO Illinois State University Graduate Pathway program in Computer Science with non-CS background will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Illinois State University.Upon successful completion of the Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your next semester of study at Illinois State University. This transition from an INTO program to a university degree program is called progression.

Creative Technologies
The Master of Science in Creative Technologies is a 39-hour interdisciplinary program in the Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts that emphasizes theory, design, and practice in the application of computer technology to traditional art, music, and theatre disciplines with an emphasis on interactive media, sound design, digital music, and computer coding for arts applications.

The program provides critical training and experiences that prepare graduates for careers in digital and interactive media production including: front-end web development; video production; sound design for live performance, broadcast, and multimedia; digital music composition and production; and emerging arts disciplines where basic knowledge of coding is required. Graduates work for employers of all types including small businesses, government agencies, and corporations; and some are self-employed entrepreneurs.

The program is appropriate for students who have training in the arts, experience working with digital and interactive communication tools, or computer science with experience in the arts and interactive media. Many students have established careers in related fields and wish to enhance their knowledge of new technical tools and creative processes.

Program Notes

Minimum progression requirements

Final level %	English level %	Additional requirements
3.0 GPA, No grade below B.	No grade below B.	No I or W grades, GMAT 500

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Undergraduate Pathway

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2024		Open
jan 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Opening Later

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 32,740 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in INTO Group - Illinois State University

CAD 13,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Jesse W Fell Scholarship
$12,000/year
• Apply for admission by November 1 for the following academic year
• Scholarship application is due December 15
• Direct Undergraduate Freshman
• Eligible for the Honors Program
• Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.75 on a 4.0 scale
• Awarded through a competitive scholarship competition
• Renewable up to four years if student maintains a cumulative 3.0 GPA

Undergraduate International
$1,000 __ $2,000/year
• Renewable annually for four years or through the length of the student’s original study plan, if student maintains a cumulative
2.75 GPA
• Minimum 3.0 GPA for $1,000 per year
• Minimum 3.5 GPA for $2,000 per year

Graduate International
Admissions Scholarship $2,000/year
• Minimum 3.5 GPA on 4.0 scale
• Students with graduate assistantships are not eligible
• Renewable annually through the length of the student’s original study plan, if the student maintains a cumulative 2.75 GPA

Illinois State Scholarships
Scholarship	Award/Benefits	Requirements	Frequency
Undergraduate International Admissions Scholarship	$1,000/year (3.0 GPA) $2,000/year (3.5 GPA)	Students must have achieved the cumulative admission GPA indicated.	Renewable annually through the length of the student’s original study plan, if the student maintains a cumulative 3.0 or 3.5 GPA
Graduate International Admissions Scholarship	$2,000/year (3.5 GPA)	Students must have achieved the cumulative admission GPA indicated. Students with graduate assistantships are not eligible.	Renewable annually through the length of the student’s original study plan, if the student maintains a cumulative 3.5 GPA
Presidential Scholarship	$11,000/year	Direct Undergraduate Freshman Eligible for the Honors Program Minimum 1360 SAT (or equivalent ACT) Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale Apply for admission by November 15 for the following academic year Awarded through a competitive scholarship competition Scholarship application is distributed by invitation and is due in early January	Renewable up to 4 years
International Baccalaureate Scholarship	$1,000	Direct Entry Freshmen who complete the IB Diploma Program or IB Career-Related Certificate Program Apply for admission by November 15 for the following academic year Submit eligibility form online Academic credentials must be verified no later than July 15 Awarded as funds are available	One-time awa

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.