Syracuse University iY-1 Program
Syracuse University’s iY-1 (International Year One) Program offers international students unprecedented access to US higher education from their home country. Qualifying students begin the Syracuse curriculum in their home country at a recognized teaching centre. Students take a mix of credit-bearing courses, language lessons, and study skills modules from Syracuse faculty members online and local teaching centre instructors in person. Upon successful completion of the program, students transfer to the US, select a major, and continue into their second undergraduate year.
International Year One (iY-1) Program
Delivery Format
Semester 1
Blended Learning Model
Courses taught by
Syracuse Faculty (Online) +
Local Instructors (In-Person)
Semester 2
Blended Learning Model
Courses taught by
Syracuse Faculty (Online) +
Local Instructors (In-Person)
Semester 3
U.S. On-Campus Experience
Courses taught by
Syracuse Faculty (In-Person)
Course Map
Semester 1
Sociology
English for Academic Purposes I
Probability & Statistics I OR Calculus I
Semester 2
Anthropology
English for Academic Purposes II
Probability & Statistics II OR Calculus II
Intro to Economics OR Intro to Engineering
Semester 3
Natural Science + Lab
Humanities Course
Elective A
Elective B
Students earn 30 credits toward their undergraduate degree. Upon successful completion of the iY-1 program, students matriculate to Syracuse University to complete their undergraduate degree.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University was founded in 1870. It is a highly ranked and world-renowned private research
university. There are over 200 undergraduate majors and 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree
programs across 13 academic fields at the University. Additional campuses are located in New York
City, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles. Syracuse is a leading institution in the entrepreneurial
studies, information system, communication & journalism, architecture, education, public policy,
arts & film, and sports management. Popular majors include information science, economics,
engineering, business, and visual arts. Syracuse is home to over 30 research centers. Over 60% of
classes have fewer than 20 students. The main campus is also known to be one of the liveliest in the
US. Syracuse continues to demonstrate an enduring commitment to academic excellence and
supporting student success.
SU Highlights
2022 US News Ranking: 59
Top 70 Best Value Schools
R1 Research University
15:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
15,275 Undergraduate students
7,575 Postgraduate students
Schools
College of Engineering & Computer Science
Falk College of Sport & Human Dynamics
Maxwell School of Citizenship & Public Affairs
College of Arts & Sciences
School of Education
School of Architecture
*Students who successfully complete the iY-1 program may matriculate into the following Syracuse University programs: College of Engineering & Computer Science, Falk College of Sport & Human Dynamics, Maxwell School of Citizenship & Public Affairs, College of Arts & Science, School of Education. The iY-1 program does not offer direct matriculation into the School of Architecture.
Syracuse University Rankings
#1 Best Public Affairs School, 2023 U.S. News & World Report
#1 Best Photojournalism Schools, 2022 College Factual
#2 Information Technology Management, 2022 U.S. News & World Report
#2 Best Broadcast Journalism, 2022 College Factual
#2 Best Elementary Special Education, 2022 College Factual
#3 Best Music Management, 2022 College Factual
#4 Best Fashion Design, 2022 College Factual
#4 Digital Librarianship, 2022 U.S. News & World Report
#4 Local Government Management, 2022 U.S. News & World Report
#5 Information Systems, 2022 U.S. News & World Report
#10 Best Supply Chain Management, 2022 College Factual
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