Converse International School 康沃斯大学国际学院

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
理学学士学位 医学技术专业

Our Medical Technology major will teach you fundamental biomedical principles and help you gain laboratory skills in the biomedical sciences. You will also develop the written and spoken communication skills you need to be a successful medical technology professional. Offered in partnership with Anhui Medical University.

我们的医学技术专业将教你基本的生物医学原理，并帮助你获得生物医学科学的实验室技能。同时还将培养你成为成功的医学技术专业人才所需的书面和口头沟通技能。此专业是与安徽医科大学合作的项目。

Sample Courses 样品课程

General Zoology 一般动物学
Microbiology 微生物学
Intro to Immunology 免疫学简介
Organic Chemistry 有机化学
Elements of Physics 物理要素

Bachelor of Music in Performance

Converse’s Bachelor of Music in Performance focuses on individual performance instruction while incorporating music theory and history/literature, pedagogy and ensemble training. Students from throughout the world have made their way to Converse’s Petrie School of Music to study Performance with our artist-teacher faculty. Offered in partnership with Nanjing Le Mi Studios.

Sample Courses

• Converse Opera Theatre, Converse Symphony Orchestra, or Converse Wind Ensemble
• Weekly private lesson and studio class with artist-teacher faculty
• Orchestral Literature, Opera Literature, Chamber Music Literature, Song Literature

音乐学士学位表演专业

康沃斯大学音乐学士学位表演专业侧重于个人表演教学，同时结合了音乐理论和历史/文学，教学法和合奏训练。来自世界各地的学生已来到康沃斯大学的Petrie音乐学院，跟从我们富有教授艺术经验的教授学习表演。该专业是与南京乐米工作室的合作项目。

示范课程

• 康沃斯歌剧剧院，康沃斯交响乐团或康沃斯管弦乐团
• 每周与富有教授艺术经验的教授单独上课和工作室课
• 管弦文学，戏曲文学，室内乐文学，歌曲文学

Bachelor of Music in Music Education

Our music education degree and teacher certification allow you to share your passion for music in any educational setting – public school, private school, or studio practice. You will develop the knowledge and skills needed to adapt readily to your students’ needs. Experience large ensemble performance teacher training as well as Modern Band teacher training. You will get hands-on experience as a student teacher, and receive mentoring from our professors, all veteran educators and practitioners. The program is offered in partnership with Nanjing Le Mi Studios.

Sample Courses

• Instrumental and Vocal Techniques classes
• Modern Band—students learn to create, arrange, and perform music that is popular to student cultures
• Music Education Forum—discussion of professional trends and topics

音乐学士学位音乐教育专业

我们的音乐教育学位和教师证书专业可让您在任何教育环境（公立学校，私立学校或工作室实践）中分享对音乐的热情。您将发展以轻松适应学生的需求所需的知识和技能。体验大型合奏表演教师培训以及现代乐队教师培训。您将获得作为学生老师对您手把手教授的亲身经历，并获得我们的教授，所有资深教育者和从业人员的指导。该专业是与南京乐米工作室的合作项目。

示范课程

• 器乐和声乐技术课
• 现代乐队–学生学习创作，安排和表演在学生文化中流行的音乐
• 音乐教育论坛-讨论专业趋势和主题

Tuition for Converse International School programs is set in agreements with individual Chinese partner universities. Please contact Converse for more information.

康沃斯国际学院项目学费的订立包括在与中国合作大学的协议中。请联系Converse了解更多信息.

• Live and study in the U.S. and immerse yourself in English language and American culture.
• Experience the personal attention and caring mentoring of Converse’s faculty.
• Work with Converse faculty members while at your home university.
• Maximize your success with internships and field experiences.
• Continue your study in one of Converse’s graduate programs.
• Broaden your vision of the world at an American university.
• Join a friendly community of smart, hard-working learners.
• Study in the liberal arts tradition and develop your skills in communication, critical thinking, and creative problem solving – top skills desired by all employers.

Learn more about Converse.

The comprehensive fee for Converse International School includes room and board. The best part of living here is being part of the community, where learning extends beyond the classroom. From chatting with your professors at lunch to building new friendships while getting your laundry done, Converse is a wonderful place to live and learn.

Residence Halls

Female students will be housed in the residence halls together with other Converse juniors and seniors. Male students will be housed together in other residence halls on the Converse campus. The residence halls are staffed with a team of Community Advisors (CA), Peer Academic Coaches (PACs), Resident Directors (RD), and Assistant Directors of Residential Life (AD). This team is designed to help you use resources on and off-campus that will enrich your academic and social life.

Dining Options

When dining at Converse, you can choose Gee Dining Room or Freshens.

Gee Dining Room serves soups, salads, sandwiches, multiple hot food options daily, fresh fruit, desserts, and a wide variety of hot and cold beverages. Freshens is open from early morning to late evening and serves Starbucks beverages, build-your-own subs, fresh baked breads and wraps. You may also purchase treats and healthy snacks to-go.

We know there is so much you want to know about living in the United States and studying at Converse. Here are five frequently asked questions:

1. What scores do I need to make on the TOEFL test to qualify for Converse International School? When do I take the TOEFL?
Minimum TOEFL score levels are established in agreements with individual Chinese partner universities. Please contact Converse for requirements for your university’s agreement with Converse. You will take the test near the end of your studies in China. You may wish to take the TOEFL or a practice version of the test more than once during your studies to measure your progress and ensure a passing score.

2. Am I eligible for scholarships?
CIS students are encouraged to seek out scholarships, grants or loans through your regional or national government, international organizations, nonprofits, or businesses in your home country. CIS students are not eligible for regular Converse scholarships or scholarships through the US federal government but may be eligible for special Converse scholarships established in agreements with individual Chinese partner universities. Please contact us to see if your university has a scholarship agreement with Converse.

Use caution when researching funding opportunities, as there are many scam scholarships and predatory companies. Legitimate scholarships do not require you to pay in order to apply. When researching business sponsors or grant organizations, be sure you completely understand what is expected of you following graduation, or in the event of changing your major, changing schools, or not completing your degree.

3. Can I work a part-time job while studying at Converse?
Due to your F-1 student status, you will not be eligible to work off-campus for pay while at Converse. You may be eligible to work on campus. However, all students are encouraged to explore internship and job shadowing opportunities to gain experience and insight into their future careers. The Center for Career Development can connect you with businesses and medical organizations offering these unpaid but valuable opportunities. The advantages of an internship are skills developed, experience to add your resume, and relationships you build with professionals in your chosen field.

4. Can I get an American driver’s license and buy a car to get around?
You can obtain a South Carolina driver’s license with the proper documentation. The process will be faster if you already have a driver’s license in your home country. You may buy a car and obtain a parking permit to keep it at Converse.

5. Can I participate in sports at Converse or at a surrounding college?
While CIS students are not eligible to join the NCAA athletic teams, CIS students are welcome to participate in intramural sports, use Converse’s athletic facilities, and organize casual games with friends.

Have more questions? Email us at admissions@converse.edu