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International Student Admission Requirements

Central Florida Community College has an Office of International Student Services to assist international students in making the transition from their home countries to CFCC. The staff will gladly assist students with immigration regulations, educational planning, personal problems, and other areas of concern.

Central Florida Community College is authorized by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to enroll non-immigrant alien students. These students are required to complete and submit an international student application packet no later than 90 days prior to the first class day of the term in which he or she seeks admission. The application packet must include:

  1. A completed International Student Application
  2. A $50.00 non-refundable application fee (U.S. dollars).
  3. Complete the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Application Process and pay $100 fee.
  4. Certified original official high school diploma or certified high school transcripts showing subjects and grades earned, as well as date of completion must be provided. (Documents must be provided in both their native language and as an official English translation).
  5. Official transcripts from any postsecondary school(s) attended must be provided. An evaluation from a foreign credentials agency (approved by CFCC) is required for all post secondary coursework taken outside of the United States. Both official transcripts in the native language, as well as English translations are required in addition to the foreign credentials evaluation. Any translation, evaluation or testing fees are the student’s responsibility.
  6. Test Of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination scores (less than 2 years old) of 500 or above on the written test or 173 or above on the computer test OR 61 and above on the iBT test are required for entry into academic college level classes. TOFEL examination scores of a minimum of 420 or above on the written test OR 110 or above on the computer test OR 36 and above on the iBT test (given online) are required for admissions. CFCC offers a full-time language program to teach English as a Second Language (ESL).
  7. Financial responsibility: In order to be issued a Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility of Non-Immigrant F-1 Student Status), applicants must provide evidence of financial responsibility and have sufficient funds to pay college matriculation and tuition fees, textbook cost, medical and living expenses, and health insurance. Financial aid is not available to non-immigrants and CFCC does not offer scholarships to international students. The Confidential Financial Statement and the Financial Support Information form need to be completed. A bank letter dated within the past three months must also be included in the admissions packet. All of this financial information must be submitted before the student will be considered for admission. A non-immigrant student may not be employed while attending college in the United States unless the USCIS has granted permission. When you request a student packet of information, a Confidential Financial Statement and a Financial Support Information form will be included.
  8. Health and Accident Insurance: Insurance is MANDATORY. International students on F-1, or M-1 visas must provide proof of medical insurance in advance of the intended term of enrollment. This insurance must be continued for the entire period of enrollment. International students must provide evidence of insurance coverage prior to registration each semester. Contact the Office of International Student Services at CFCC for details about the insurance coverage requirements.
  9. The deadline for submitting ALL required paperwork is 90 days before classes begin. Your application will not be processed until CFCC receives ALL the required paperwork.
  10. When a student is accepted for admission, a letter of acceptance with a date for a MANDATORY orientation and an I-20 will be sent.

Other Requirements to maintain non-immigrant student status

  1. To maintain non-immigrant student status, students must enroll for a minimum of 12 credit hours during the Fall and Spring terms. Failure to maintain enrollment will result in the loss of student status and possible deportation.
  2. Successfully completing a minimum of 24 semester hours in one academic year.
  3. Maintaining an overall 2.0 grade point average (G.P.A)
  4. Maintaining lawful F-1 visa status with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Students may not enroll beyond the expiration date of their I-20 form.
  5. Students are responsible for knowing the expiration dates of their I-20 form, their visa and their passport.
  6. Compliance with all CFCC rules and regulations is required. Students who do not meet the above regulations will not be permitted to register for subsequent terms.
  7. In most instances, international students are not permitted to work off campus. On-campus employment is permitted. Please contact International Student Services for additional information.

 

 

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