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Welcome to the International Programs Office
Thank you for your interest in our International Program. If you choose to study at SVC, you are sure to receive an excellent education. You will appreciate many qualities that are difficult to express: a family-like atmosphere where everyone is welcome, an appreciation of cultural differences and a desire to enrich the education we provide with a global perspective.
If you have further questions or need assistance please contact the International Programs Office.
Location
Skagit Valley College is located in northwest Washington state, approximatley 90 kilometers north of Seattle, WA, USA, and 90 kilometers south of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Situated at the foot hills of the Cascade Mountain range, in the beautiful Skagit Valley, the main campus is located in the city of Mount Vernon, WA. In 1998 Mount Vernon was voted the "Best Small City in America", by the New Rating Guide to Life in America's Small Cities. The surrounding area offers numerous outdoor recreational opportunities, and boasts a thriving shopping mecca, featuring many of the biggest names in retail sales.
Why Choose SVC?
- Safer, smaller town environment
- Family-like atmosphere
- Named #1 in nation for use of technology among small community colleges
- No TOEFL test is required for admission
- Dynamic Conversation Partner Program
- Peer Mentor Program
- Small classes, personal attention. 20:1 (student:faculty)
- Excellent transfer record to 4-year institutions
- Advance levels that prepare you for college-level and university work
- Homestay coordinator to oversee the homestay program
- Convenient on-campus student housing (dormitories)
- Personal attention provided by International Programs staff members
- English tutoring services through the tutoring center
- Transfer advising through the transfer center
- Excellent technical programs for career training (25 total)
- Active clubs & student organizations (24 total)
- Close proximity to Seattle and Vancouver, Canada
- Conveniently located near year-round recreation (skiing, hiking, scuba diving, golfing and kayaking)
- Public transportation and airport pickup