Pathway Programs: Streamlined US University Admissions

“Pathway programs” are a fast-growing sector of international education. These types of programs offer pre-approved curricula and programs of study that are designed to help students transfer into US universities when they are qualified.

Some of the most popular pathway programs are:
2+2 programs. This refers to a special agreement between a US university and a foreign one. The student will study two years at the foreign university in his/her home country, taking a pre-approved curriculum. If the student passes all courses, then transfer credit to the US university is guaranteed. Assuming s/he has demonstrated suitable English proficiency, the student takes the final two years at the US university, and graduates with degrees from both institutions.

See WEgroup’s 2+2 Programs

Academic preparation programs. These programs may be offered on a US university’s campus or overseas, but always with the university’s oversight. Typically lasting one year, they focus not just on ESL training but on preparing international students for the rigors of US university study: critical thinking, writing, issues of plagiarism, study skills and more. Conditional admission to the university may be guaranteed for qualified participants in the program, or the university may save extra spots for applicants who come from the program. In many cases, students must demonstrate at least intermediate English skills before enrolling in such a program.

See WEgroup’s Academic Preparation Programs

WEgroup works with over 65 US universities that offer associate, bachelor’s, master’s and PhD programs in over 300 different subjects. WEgroup also has partners in over 20 countries, so that you and your family can get information in person.

Participants in our pathway and academic preparation programs are also eligible for exclusive WEgroup scholarships at most of our partner universities.

For more information about admission to one of our US partner universities, contact us.