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USA, Virginia
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1908
Total Students: 21,496 +
Int. Students: 214 +
Main Campus Address
800 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22807, United States
Independent scholars is a self-designed major open to students who are honors-eligible. In consultation with the IS faculty and a faculty mentor from another academic unit, each student devises a curriculum, plans research and field study, and conducts independent research. The major is aimed at students who are strongly self-motivated and research-oriented, and who cannot address their interests sufficiently within any of the existing majors or minors at JMU.
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
21 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2025 | Closed | |
may 2024 | Not Available | |
aug 2024 | Closed | |
aug 2025 | Not Available | |
may 2025 | Closed |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*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.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
University | Level | Program | Initial Scholarship Amount | Years 2-4 Scholarship | Provider | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
James Madison University | Undergraduate | International Year | $3,000 to $8,000 | $5,000 (3.0 GPA) | Study Group – IY JMU – Years 2-4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Direct Admission | $5,000 (3.0 GPA) | $5,000 (2.5 GPA) | JMU |
University | Level | Program | Maximum Scholarship | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
James Madison University | Undergraduate | International Year (1 Semester) | Up to $4,000 USD / semester (max $4,000 USD) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
International Year (2 Semesters) | Up to $4,000 USD / semester (max $8,000) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
International Year (3 Semesters) | Up to $4,000 USD / semester (max $12,000 USD) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
IEP (1 Semester) + International Year (3 Semesters) | Up to $4,000 USD / semester for 3 IY semesters only (max $12,000 USD) |
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):
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 25,498
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 25,498
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 25,498
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 25,498
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
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