Mission Statement i

History ii

Directions to Uceda 1

Uceda School Pictures 2

Location / Facilities and Equipment / Open Entry - Open Exit / School hours - Class Schedule / Holidays and Vacation Time 3

Faculty Officials / Instructors / Approvals 4

Academic Procedures 5

Conditions for Dismissal / Re-Entry Policy / Student Complaint / Appeal Process 6

Grading System 7

Withdrawn From School / Award of Certificate / Refund Policy 8

English as a Second Language (ESL) Program 9

Uceda Programs and Prices 10

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MISSION STATEMENT

Uceda is a privately owned educational institution recog-

nized as a provider of excellent academic and cultural pro-

grams. In order to achieve our mission we believe that col-

laboration among all of its constituents is indispensable; the

use of innovative instructional methodologies and appropriate

technology are required for successful learning, and the basis

of our curriculum are the needs of our students. In doing so,

we provide the opportunity for student's personal and occu-

pational growth, as well as, their increased self-esteem.

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HISTORY

Education has been a tradition for the Uceda family since 1902, when they founded “Instituto Uceda” in Peru. This Institution went on to become a University. During the 1960's Juan J. Uceda established “Instituto Jose Carlos Mariategui”, which along with English courses offers training in various other fields such as, Accounting, Nursing and others. Uceda was founded by the Uceda Family in 1988 in the USA, and presently has 10 locations throughout New York and New Jersey, becoming one of the largest chain of ESL schools in the US. The Uceda Family strives to remain continuously involved in the supervision of classes, teachers and students enrolled at their schools. The Uceda tradition combined with their cur-rent system of teaching offers today's student the basic tools required to succeed in this land of opportunity.

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DIRECTIONS TO UCEDA

From Lincoln Tunnel: Head southeast on NJ-495 E. Continue onto Lincoln Tunnel. Take the

exit toward Lincoln Tunnel Reversible Ln. Keep left at the fork to continue toward Lincoln Tunnel

Reversible Ln. Turn left onto Lincoln Tunnel Reversible Ln. Merge onto NJ-495 W. Exit onto JFK

Blvd E. Turn left onto 60th St. Turn right onto Bergenline Ave.

From New Jersey Turnpike North: Take exit 16E toward Lincoln Tunnel. Merge onto NJ-

495 E. Take the exit toward Kennedy Boulevard. Merge onto 30th St. Turn left onto John F Ken-

nedy Blvd W/Kennedy Blvd. Turn right onto 49th St. Turn left onto Bergenline Ave.

From New Jersey Turnpike North: Head southwest on US-1 S/US-9 S/Tonnele Ave to-

ward 91st St. Turn left onto 51st St. Turn left onto John F Kennedy Blvd W. Turn right onto 60th

St. Turn left onto Bergenline Ave.

Parking Facilities: Municipal parking lot at Van Buren Place, between 61st St. and 62nd St.

Street parking is also available.

6014 Bergenline Avenue 2nd Floor

West New York, NJ 07093

Uceda School

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UCEDA WEST NEW YORK, NEW JERSEY

LOCATION

Uceda has schools strategically located and accessible to all means of transportation.

FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT

Comfortable surroundings. Audio & Video Equipment for ESL teaching. Modern computers

with the most recent software.

OPEN ENTRY - OPEN EXIT

In many instances students may start their program any Monday of each month. However,

Uceda will instruct the student of starting date at the moment of registration. Program will end

in the number of months/weeks according to the program schedule, unless the student

changes schedules. The number of weeks will be recalculated accordingly.

SCHOOL HOURS - CLASS SCHEDULE

Uceda has different schedules. Check schedules and hours with the Enrollment Office.

HOLIDAYS AND VACATION TIME

The school is closed for the following holidays and vacation period:

Good Friday

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving

Christmas Eve & Day through New Year’s Day

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FACULTY AND OFFICIALS

Karen Arevalo Director / Placement Charo Uceda Co-Director Emilie Ortega Student Information Services

INSTRUCTORS Natalia Pena Instructor / Co-Director Victoria Materia Instructor Raul Ludizaca Instructor David Moorman Instructor Karym Carneiro Instructor Carmen Salamea Instructor / Tutor

APPROVALS

Approved by the State of New Jersey Department of Education.

Authorized Under Federal Law To Enroll Non-Immigrant Students.

Approved by the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of

Vocational & Rehabilitation Services, JTPA, Work First NJ.

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ACADEMIC PROCEDURES

CODE OF CONDUCT

The following are unacceptable and will not be tolerated:

a) All forms of bias including: race, ethnicity, gender, disability, national origin and

creed as demonstrated through verbal and written communication and physical acts.

b) Sexual harassment including hostile environment and quid pro quo (forcing an indi-

vidual to perform sexual favors in return for something).

c) All types of dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism, knowingly furnishing false

information to the institution, and forgery alteration or use institution documents of identification

with intent to defraud.

d) Intentional disruption or obstruction of teaching, research, administration, discipli-

nary proceedings or any school activities.

STUDENT RECORDS

Attendance, Academic Progress and Grades, Placement Data, Enrollment Agreement, Ability

to Benefit (when applicable), Credit Given for Previous Training, Meetings, Dismissal, Appeals

Disciplinary Action, Graduation Certificate, Medical. All records will be maintained for a period

of 5 years. Upon graduation student will be given a copy of records. These records should be

maintained indefinitely by student. Student can request additional records if needed. Student is

encouraged to submit updates to their records, such as, address changes.

FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT

The Family Educational Right and Privacy Act of 1974 is a federal law which provide students

with the right to inspect their educational records maintained by the school. This act provides

the right to a hearing to challenge the contents and to make explanation for challenged infor-

mation. The law provides that the school maintain confidentiality of student records, except

with respect to special cases noted in legislation.

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CONDITIONS FOR DISMISSAL

Students may be dismissed from the school for the following reasons:

1) Not adhering to school's rules, regulations, policies and code of conduct.

2) Missing more than 20% of instruction time that is recorded as unexcused absences.

3) Not maintaining the minimum grade point average.

4) Not meeting financial responsibilities to the school.

The School Administration will notify the student in writing should it become necessary to dis-

miss student. Dismissal letter will show date and reason for dismissal. It is the responsibility of

the dismissed student to notify the institution should the student have a student loan or is re-

ceiving financial aid. Prepaid tuition will be refunded according to the school refund policy.

RE-ENTRY POLICY

Students who have been dismissed from the school and are requesting re-entry must put the

request in writing to the school Director. Depending on the reason for dismissal the student

may be able to re-apply to the school for readmission. In cases where the student was dis-

missed for unexcused absences or financial concerns it may be possible to reenter within the

same school term. If the dismissal was due to failure to maintain minimum grade point average,

it may be possible for the student to receive private tutoring and then reenter the school. In

cases where the student was dismissed due to unacceptable conduct the student will have to

meet with a review panel before reentering the school. The decision of the review panel is final

and the student will receive a letter from the school director stating the decision of the panel.

STUDENT COMPLAINT / APPEAL PROCESS

Students who have a complaint or who would like to appeal a dismissal must make an appoint-

ment for an interview with the school's Director. The written request should include the follow-

ing information:

1) Student's full name, social security number and current address.

2) State the concern including date, times instructors or other students involved.

3) The letter must be dated and signed by student.

4) Three dates in which the student would be available for a meeting with the school direc-

tor and/or appeal panel.

The School Director will notify the student in writing of the appointment date in which the con-

cerns of appeal will be addressed. Every effort will be made to bring an amicable closure to

concern. Should it be necessary, a panel of instructors will hear the concerns and will be asked

to assist bringing resolution to concerns and appeals. The student will be notified in writing of

the outcome of all meetings. The decision of the Director and/or appeal panel is final.

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GRADING SYSTEM

The competencies taught in the courses offered at Uceda will be evaluated to both written and oral examinations. The minimal grade for graduation is 75. Students who achieve lower than 75, but who have not failed the course may participate in private tutoring or independent study in order to increase their grade point average. LETTER NUMBER WEIGHT DESCRIPTION GRADE GRADE IN POINTS A 93 - 100 4 Excellent B 92 - 87 3 Above Average C 86 - 79 2 Average D 78 - 71 1 Below Average F 70 & below 0 Failure INC. 0 Incomplete WD 0 Withdrawal WP 0 Withdrawal Passing WU 0 Withdrawal Unsatisfactory

A student's Grade Point Average (GPA) is based on the summary of grades received through testing. The GPA is determined first by multiplying the number of tests by the summary of the tests grades.

INCOMPLETE GRADES

Incomplete grades are given only when student is unable to complete course because of ill-

ness or other serious problems. An incomplete grade is given when through negligence or pro-

crastination students fail to turn in work or take examinations. A student who misses final ex-

amination must contact the instructor within twenty four hours of examination. If the absence is

excusable, the student will be given an Incomplete or otherwise graded accordingly. If the ab-

sence is not excusable or the student does not contact the instructor, an incomplete grade will

not be awarded but the examination will be considered as failed and the student graded ac-

cordingly. Instructors must file an incomplete form. Students are given one week to make up

missed examinations. Work and examinations that are still incomplete after the end of the one

week deadline will be assigned a grade of F. It is the student's responsibility to contact the fac-

ulty member about completing the course of work, taking examinations or if necessary extend-

ing the deadline.

PROBATION FOR BELOW AVERAGE GRADES

Students who have fallen below the minimum grade point average for graduation will need to

enter a probation period. The student will be able to take advantage of in-school tutoring. Up to

4 hours without additional tuition costs. Should additional tutoring be necessary the student will

be obligated to pay $20 per tutoring hour. The probation period will be two weeks, (10 days), or

70 instructional hours. If the student can not afford the additional tutoring and still has not met

the required grade of 75 after 4 hours of individualized assistance, then a meeting between the

Director of the school, the instructor of the course and the student will be held to determined

the appropriate action.

CREDIT DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

Uceda does not offer college credit for courses. Many community colleges may give credit for

prior training and may convert training to credit hours. Uceda does not offer this service.

FOREIGN STUDENT ENROLLMENT Uceda is Authorized Under Federal Law To Enroll Non-Immigrant Students. 7

WITHDRAWING FROM SCHOOL

Students who withdrawal from school before the midpoint of the term will be given a

grade of WD (withdrawal) in the course. Withdrawal after the midpoint of the course

will result in a grade of WP (withdrawal passing) or a WU (withdrawal unsatisfactory). To with-

drawal student must file the appropriate form with the attendance officer. It is the student's re-

sponsibility to withdrawal officially. Failure to withdrawal formally may result in failing grades,

dismissal and additional financial obligations.

AWARD OF CERTIFICATE

Upon successful completion of all program requirements students will be awarded a certificate

of achievement.

REFUND POLICY

Should the student's enrollment be terminated or should the student withdrawal for any reason,

all refunds will be made according to the following refund schedule:

FULL TIME STUDENTS

Withdrawal : School will Retain:

During 1st. week 10% tuition + Registration + Books

During 2nd. week 20% tuition + Registration + Books

Over 25% of course 50% + $100 + Books

Over 50% of course 100% tuition + Registration + Books

IMPORTANT:

English as a Second Language (ESL) or students who are on a weekly pay are not entitled to

any refunds since the school is not holding any money from them. Registration Fee is not re-

fundable after 72 hours of signature of enrollment agreement.

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ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) (900 hrs/year)

This course takes the student through the basic, intermediate and advanced stages of the English language.

This course addresses the four pillars of learning: Reading, Writing, Speaking

and Understanding in a simple and effective way.

F-1 Visa students that choose this course will need to take an English Profi-

ciency Exam prior to start.

PROGRAM OUTLINE:

* Registration fee of $150 required.

* Cost of courses:

ADVANTAGE ESL Program $5,750

ELITE ESL Program $13,800

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UCEDA PROGRAMS AND PRICES

ADVANTAGE ESL PROGRAM

Weeks of Instruction Tuition 4 $550 8 $1,000 12 $1,500 16 $2,000 20 $2,500 24 $3,000 28 $3,500 32 $4,000

Weeks of Instruction Tuition 4 $1,200 8 $2,400 12 $3,600 16 $4,800 20 $6,000 24 $7,200 28 $8,400 32 $9,600

ELITE ESL PROGRAM

This program offers 4½ hours of study daily: 3-hour group class and 1½ hours of Supervised Self Study.

This program offers 6 hours of study daily: 3-hour group class, 1-hour private class and 2 hour of Supervised Self Study.

MONDAY TO THURSDAY

Morning Evening

8:00 – 12:30 5:30 – 10:00

SCHEDULE

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UCEDA SCHOOL 2011- 2012

www.ucedaworldwide.com

6014 Bergenline Avenue 2nd Floor West New York, NJ 07093

Phone: 201.868.8800 Fax: 201.868.0261

westnewyork@ucedaworldwide.com