January, March (Express), May (short semester) and August

Minimum 5 credits in SPM, ‘O’ Levels or equivalent
5 academic credits including English and Mathematics

TOEFL for U.S. University

70% continuous assessment and 30% final examination for majority of courses

SPM High Achievers’ Scholarship 2009
Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Loy Hean Heong Merit Scholarship
Principal’s Awards 2009
Universities and Colleges in the U.S. offer different scholarships on a case-to-case basis

The unique characteristics of ADP are:
•	Taylor’s ADP remains popular with more than 70 majors and specializations to choose from in the fields of business, engineering, computer science, mass communications, applied sciences, psychology, actuarial science and others.
•	ADP adapts an American-style education. Lecturers teaching in ADP have at least a Master's degree and many years of teaching experience in a U.S. degree curriculum.
•	Taylor's ADP students have successfully transferred to Purdue University, University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Cornell University, Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Queensland (Australia), University of Victoria (Canada) and many other universities around the world.
•	Students are given every opportunity to improve on their English language skills in preparation for their transfer to the U.S. or other countries via written and public speaking (speech) courses.
•	Taylor's provides strong support in helping students settle into college life with the Mentoring System and Special Induction Programs. Guidance counselors are available for walk-in counseling and once classes begin, lecturers are also available for consultation after class hours.

•	The American Degree Transfer Program (ADP) is a transfer program offering two years of a four-year Bachelors degree program for students who have completed SPM/'O' Levels examination. Students complete (on average) two years at Taylor's ADP and the remaining two years at universities in the United States. Transfer options to Canada, Australia and other countries are also available.
•	Provides an education that emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills. American graduates are held in high esteem by the global community because of their inherent capabilities and their exposure to technologically-advanced knowledge.
•	An American education provides a flexible, holistic and well-rounded approach to education. It produces graduates with strong critical and analytical thinking skills with the ability to put knowledge into action.

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Most American bachelor's degrees require four years of course work for a total of about forty subjects. Students in Business and Liberal arts typically complete 120 credit hours, whereas students in the Sciences and Engineering typically complete 140 credit hours. Taylor's ADP offers a "2+2" or the equivalent of the first two years (approximately 20 subjects or 60-70 credit hours) of the bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science and most other majors. This will enable students to transfer to the respective universities for the remaining 2 years to secure a degree.

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Students at the Bachelor's level are exposed extensively to courses within their field of study and also to a certain extent, courses beyond their field of study. As such the American undergraduate curriculum tends to create graduates that are able to excel in their field of study while simultaneously able to adapt and successfully implement both themselves and their knowledge in the world beyond the classroom. Typically a student would require 4 years of study or 120-140 semester credits to secure an undergraduate degree. The various components of the American undergraduate curriculum are Core Requirements, and General Education Requirements; the latter encompasses compulsory subjects (such as English and Math), and Electives.

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ADP is internationally recognized. Students enroll in ADP generally plan to pursue their higher education in the United States but a number of students transfer to renowned universities in Australia and Canada.

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Definitely. The United States of America is the market leader for virtually every innovation, science, business and technology. There are associations called ‘accrediting bodies’ that evaluate each U.S. college and university that ensures the university or program meets a prescribed academic standard and promises to provide an excellent learning experience for students. There are two types of accreditation: Institutional / Regional Accreditation and Professional Accreditation. What better country than the United States of America to obtain your degree?

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ADP offers a wide range of majors for students and some of the majors are listed below.

Business majors available in the American Program
Accounting, Actuarial Science, Advertising, Banking, Business Administration, Business Communications, Business Economics, Business Systems Analysis and Design, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Entertainment/Sports Management, Fashion Marketing, Finance, Hotel Management, Human Resource Management, Insurance, International Business, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Retail Management, Risk Management, Tourism Management.

Engineering majors available in the American Program
Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biosystems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Forest Engineering, Geological Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Optical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Surveying Engineering, Systems Engineering, Textile Engineering.

Computer majors available in the American Program
Computer and Information Sciences, Computer Engineering Technology, Computer Graphics, Computer Information Systems, Computer Information Technology, Computer Maintenance Technology, Computer Management, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computer Systems Analysis, Game Design, Information Systems Technology, Systems Management.

Applied Science majors available in the American Program
Agriculture, Astronomy, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Dietetics, Food Science, Genetics, Mathematics, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Nutrition, Physics.

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The American system has a built in flexibility that allows students to change majors especially within the first year without sacrificing or losing credits / courses. This can be accomplished by careful planning. But please be reminded that if the student is changing majors across different fields of study, there is a possibility of losing credits.

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Normally students will take 4 subjects per semester depending on their preference or level of difficulty of the course.

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Yes! This would lend direction to your degree and career aspirations.

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That is the most popular misconception. The American education system is intellectually challenging and yet at the same time it allows students to build their confidence and ability to compete in the real world by providing the essential knowledge as indicated in their degrees.

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Typically the cost will range between US$20,000 to US$50,000 per year depending on the University or College selected. This cost would be inclusive of tuition, on-campus room and board (food), fees, books, mandatory health insurance, and estimated personal expenses.

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Through a scholarship application form (which is usually attached to the general application form). Each university’s website will have more details on their scholarship application procedures.

Taylor's American Degree Program students are able to apply for scholarships from several American Universities and Colleges. Almost all the scholarships are categorized as either Need Based or Merit Based Scholarships. Amount of scholarship awarded to qualified individual students can range from US$1,000 - US$10, 000 depending on the University. Several Universities have allowed the ADP office to allocate scholarships to deserving Taylor's University College students. Students are advised to check with the counselors regarding their eligibility status. Criteria for scholarships may include academic performance which is reflected in the CGPA (grades at Taylor’s ADP), student's active participation in extra-curricular activities, and student's need for financial support.

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In the U.S., foreign students are allowed to work on-campus during their period of study, for a maximum of 20 hours per week and subject the availability of jobs. Students should not expect to fully support their educational expenses through on-campus employment.

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The services include career and academic counseling, personal counseling, student university placement, career placement, accommodation services and other services.

Placing students in suitable universities of their choice is a service we follow through until the student has arrived safely overseas. The Placement Counselors assist students in their applications to overseas universities and colleges. Students are encouraged to attend the many seminars and talks, which are held throughout the year by representatives of various universities and colleges. Our Student Resource Center is well stocked with the latest handbooks, prospectuses, CD-ROMs and videotapes of overseas universities.

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Almost all Universities and Colleges in the U.S. require TOEFL scores. The actual score required may vary depending on the policy of the Universities or Colleges concerned.

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Taylor’s ADP students are able to take summer classes during the semester break. The summer classes are very flexible as they are open to current students studying at Taylor’s and students that have already transferred to the United States. Students can return to Taylor’s during their semester break and take the summer classes.

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Please click here to see the list of subjects offered.

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All returning ADP alumni from Taylor's University College will be given a "Continuing Student Discount" fee waiver. ADP alumni will also receive an "Introducer Fee" for every non-Taylor's student introduced to study at ADP for the Summer 2009 classes.

The tuition waiver and introducer fee are as follows:

1) "Continuing Student Discount" for ADP alumni:
a) Waiver of RM300 off the Registration fee
b) 10% tuition waiver for the total credit hours taken during Summer 2009

2) "Introducer Fee" for ADP alumni bringing non-Taylor's student
a) The introducer will receive a check equivalent to 5% of total credit hours taken by the introducee during Summer 2009
b) Payment to the introducer will be confirmed four (4) weeks after the commencement of the semester and upon full payment of fees by the introduce
c) Collection of check with be announced via the handphone number provided by the introducer

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Come visit us at Taylor's American Degree Transfer Program (ADP) Campus in Subang Jaya, or our regional office nearest to your home. The application form is also available here.

• The following are required for submission:


• A true copy of SPM results or its equivalent forecast results


• A certified copy of SPM results or its equivalent forecast results


• One passport size photograph for Local Students


• Six passport size photographs for International Students


• Other supporting documents


• Payment for semester one fees (payable by cash / cheque / bank draft / credit card) payable to Taylor’s College Sdn. Bhd.

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Taylor's Lakeside Campus will house all existing tertiary programmes, currently located at various campuses in Subang Jaya and Petaling Jaya. The nation's first modern, tropical campus will open its door to the first batch of students in January 2010. Set on 27 acres of tropical greenery near PJS 7/5, the campus is surrounded by a revived 5.5-acre man-made lake, as well as a landscape of water plants, trees and flowering shrubs. The campus will boast state-of-the-art facilities such as the 4-storey glass edifice library, 600-pax auditorium, multi-purpose halls, laboratories, practical rooms, hostel and ccores of other world-class facilities.

The beautiful new Taylor's Lakeside Campus will provide all the right conditions for a vibrant exchange between academic, commercial, social and leisure activities. More than just a home to new student population, it will be the nurturing ground for an energetic and dynamic new community. For more information and photos on Taylor's Lakeside Campus, please click here.

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