Schiller International University

About

MISSION

The Schiller International University is dedicated to the mission of preparing students personally and professionally for the achievement of leadership positions in an international setting. In undergraduate and graduate programs of Schiller International University, competencies are provided to the students which are required for further studies and professional careers.

The educational process of university is structured in a way to emphasize on the enhancement of cross-cultural and international competencies through international academic opportunities, foreign language training and interaction among the people belonging to different backgrounds.

OBJECTIVES OF THE UNIVERSITY

Following are the objectives which are regarded by Schiller International University.

• Encourage quality learning programs based on employer oriented demands.
• Develop partnerships with industry experts in order to identify the future career opportunities.
• Enhance the learning of students through quality in teaching services and instructional delivery settings by keeping in context the current demands of industry.
• Encourage a culture that gives value to the diversity and international competencies.

HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY

The Schiller International University was founded by Dr. Walter Leibrecht in 1964. The purpose of its foundation was the provision of European educational experience to the American students while they continue their studies in American learning model. This basic concept was broadened to include the learners from all over the world who seek to gain American education in an International setting.

Presently, Schiller International University has campuses in Heidelberg, Germany; Madrid, Spain; Paris, France; and Largo, Florida USA. However, the university also offers online learning for some of the programs.

ACCREDITATIONS

Accreditation is an honor or recognition which is granted to an institution if it meets or exceeds the standard criteria of delivering quality education.

Following are the purposes of accreditations:

• Assessing the quality of education provided by an institution.
• Assuring the consistency in the operations of an institution.
• Promoting improvements in the institution.
• Provision of public accountability.

Students get multiple assurances by accreditations of institutions.

• Students get assurance that the institution is financially stable.
• Students get assurance that the institution offers approved and accredited study programs.
• Students get assurance that institutions truthfully advertise the courses.
• Accreditations provide verification that organization meets the standards.

The Schiller International University is accredited by the following to award
Associate’s, Bachelor’s and Master’s level degrees.Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools

Schiller International University is licensed by the following to award Associate’s, Bachelor’s and Master’s level degrees.
Florida State Commission for Independent Education (CIE)

Following are the campus based recognition and registration of Schiller 

Campus	Recognized by/Registered by
Madrid Campus	Consejería de Educacion y Culturá de la Comunidad de Madrid (local higher education authorities)
Paris Campus	Rectorat de l’Academie de Paris as Etablissement d’Enseignement Superieur Prive.

ONLINE EDUCATION

The university savors the honor of offering its undergraduate and graduate programs through flexible online delivery methods. The university is also regarded as ‘The International University’ with its 20000 Alumni members all over the world.

The online learning programs are meant for those students who are unable to attend the regular campus based learning sessions. However, the students are also provided with an opportunity to transfer from online to campus based education in Heidelberg, Germany; Madrid, Spain; Paris, France; and Largo, Florida USA.

The online courses bear the same admission requirements as the traditional learning and the course outline and learning objectives of online education are also the same as traditional learning format.

GRADING POLICY

Following is the grading criterion which is adopted by Schiller International University in order to mark/judge the academic outcomes of the students.

Letter Grade	Quality Points	Description Jan 1, 2012	Description 2011 and earlier
A	= 4.00	Excellent	Excellent
A-	= 3.75		Very Good
B+	= 3.25	Standard	Good
B	= 3.00		Standard
B-	= 2.75	Below Standard	Below Standard
C+	= 2.25		Adequate
C	= 2.00		Pass
C-	= 1.75		Minimum Pass
D	= 1.00	Poor	Poor
F	= 0.00	Failed	Failed
CR	= 0.00	Pass	Pass
I	= 0.00	Incomplete	Incomplete
IP		In Progress	In Progress
NC	= 0.00	No Credit	No Credit
R		Repeat	Repeat
TR		Transferred	Transferred
W	= 0.00	Withdrawal	Withdrawal
X or AU	= None	Audit	Audit

CAREER COUNSELING

Faculty members, advisors and career staff on each campus provide guidance regarding career planning issues and job opportunities. Workshops on resume writing and interviewing techniques are also organized by the individual campuses.

The career counselors are also aware of the legal requirements for employment in other countries. They provide guidance to the students about internship programs and assist in developing a link between academic and business life.

The Schiller International University maintains a database of its alumni members and employers. This database helps counselors and students in locating the job opportunities in Government, business and private sectors in different nations.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT DISCLOSURES

Following are the placement rates and graduation rates of different programs offered at Schiller International University as reported in 2011.

Program	Graduation Rate 2011	Placement Rate 2011
General Studies (AA)	N/A	N/A
Interdepartmental Studies (BA)	N/A	N/A
International Economics (BA)	N/A	N/A
International Relations and Diplomacy (BA)	N/A	0%
International Business (AS)	N/A	N/A
International Business (BS)	N/A	100%
International Business (MBA)	N/A	83.3%
Management of Technology (MBA)	N/A	66.7%
Business Administration (MBA)	N/A	50%
International Management (MIM)	N/A	0%
Financial Planning (MBA)	N/A	100%
International Hospitality Tourism Management (AS)	N/A	N/A
International Hospitality Tourism Management (MBA)	N/A	60%
Paralegal Studies (AS)	N/A	N/A
Medical Assistant (AS)	N/A	N/A
Criminal Justice (AS)	N/A	N/A
Pharmacy Technician (AS)	N/A	N/A
Registered Nurse (AS)	N/A	N/A
International Hospitality and Tourism Management (BS)	N/A	100%

OVERALL GRADUATION RATE 2011
Graduation Rate	40%