you will be part of a supportive community that helps you fully integrate into American university life to share the Madison Experience!

Foundation for degree success

The ISC delivers customized language and academic preparation programs which give international students the exact foundation necessary to achieve success on a James Madison University degree.

The Foundation Diploma and Pre-Master's programs offer a pathway to this top-ranking public university in the USA for international students who do not meet English level or other entry requirements.

Assured progression to James Madison University

Enrolling into the Foundation Diploma or the Pre-Master's programs gives you the security of knowing that you have received a conditional offer of a university place. In addition, your I-20 form is issued by the university and is valid for the entire duration of your studies.

Once you have successfully completed your English preparation course and have met the required English and academic entry standards, you will proceed directly to your preferred Bachelor's degree program or Master's degree program.

Integrate into campus life

You will be fully enrolled at James Madison University and can enjoy all the advantages of student life. Classes are taught on campus in James Madison University classrooms.

A comprehensive range of academic facilities are available to you, as well as extracurricular activities which allow you to get to know your American classmates. You are expected to communicate entirely in English, and such total immersion in the campus environment will be invaluable for your future studies.

Teaching quality and personal attention

You will be taught by specialists in preparation for American universities. Your academic preparation and English classes are taught by qualified TESOL teachers. Undergraduate academic credit courses are taught by University faculty, but in smaller classes than the normal curriculum, and with built-in specialized support for international students.