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International Students

Admissions Procedures: International Students


International Students interested in attending Seward County Community College (SCCC) should submit the following documents in order to be accepted for admission and for a Certificate of Eligibility (INS Form I-20) to be issued. New Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) regulations require colleges to utilize the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) as of February 15, 2003. Student information will be entered into this online system, and all I-20 forms will be issued to students through SEVIS.

Checklist of Documents to be Submitted to SCCC:

  1. Official Transcript (certified copy translated in English)
  2. Proof of English Proficiency (TOEFL Score of 500+ or English Courses on Transcript).
  3. Proof of financial support from Family/Financial Institution/Sponsor (complete and return enclosed form along with verification from Financial Institution; a $1,750 Deposit for tuition/books/fees and a $2,000 Deposit for college housing should be prepaid to the SCCC Business Office. All deposits must be in U.S. Dollars.
  4. An Application for Admission to SCCC along with a $100 International Student Application Fee (non-refundable).
  5. Personal Health Records that include immunization records and Proof of Health Insurance Coverage with a U.S. company.
  6. Three letters of recommendation addressing the International Student's character, scholastic ability, and ability to benefit from an education at SCCC.
  7. A completed REQUEST for CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY (INS FORM I-20).

An International Student attending another college on an F-1 Student Visa and who is maintaining status may transfer to Seward County Community College by following these procedures:

  • Notify SCCC of the intent to transfer.
  • Meet SCCC Admission Requirements.
  • Obtain a Form I-20 from SCCC.
  • The transfer will be effected only if the F-1 student completes the Student Certification portion of the Form I-20 and returns the form to a designated school official at SCCC within 15 days of beginning attendance at the new school.
  • Provide official transcripts from all colleges attended.

For more information on International Students, click here.

 

 

 

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