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Arizona Western College International Student Program AWC College Community Center (3C) 2020 S. Avenue 8 E Yuma, AZ 85365 Phone (928) 344-7699 FAX (928) 317-5888 email [email protected] For more information visit our website at: http://www.azwestern.edu/enrollment/international Student Activities Students who get involved with extra-curricular activities are proven to be more successful, academically and socially. Getting involved will help international students to learn more about the local culture and form strong friendships. Although there are not many scholarship opportunities for the international students, below are a few that they may benefit from. • Honors Program • Matador Ambassador Program • Student Government Association Arizona Western College is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions. AWC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decision be based on job related factors. v Arizona Western College International Program Our friendly staff is eager to help you with the entire application process— from your initial inquiry to your arrival and all throughout your stay in the U.S. How to become an International Student We do our best to make your experience at AWC a memorable one. We think Highschool Transcripts you will find Arizona Western College the perfect place to call your home away from home. Although we do not require TOEFL, IELTS, and SAT test scores, we do require applicants to submit High School transcripts. Transcripts must be translated to English. Location Some exceptions apply, please contact us if you have questions Yuma is Arizona’s warmest winter city, and the sunniest year-round spot regarding transcripts. in the nation. With extremely low relative humidity, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity!” is no error. Current Bank Statements The Yuma region is situated along the Colorado River in the southwestern We require a recent bank statement within three months of the application corner of Arizona, bordering Mexico and California. Just two and a half to date showing the applicant’s or sponsor’s ability to cover the Estimated five hours driving time from Phoenix, San Diego, and Las Vegas, Yuma is Cost of Attendance. Current estimated cost of attendance is approximately convenient to beaches, shopping, and outdoor activities. $10,000 USD. (Tuition, Room/Board, Insurance, Books) Message from the Director Copy of Passport ID Page Every year, Arizona Western College get to serve students from around the Applicants must submit a color copy of their passport identification page world. AWC celebrates the great level of diversity that international students (photo page).. bring to our campuses! We accept students for English-language training or to any of our degree and certificate programs. Prepaid Shipping Label https://www.azwestern.edu/academics/degrees-and-certificates In order to receive acceptance documents, applicants must first go online Currently, we host and administer students from 40 different countries. and purchase a prepaid shipping label at study.eshipglobal.com. This is in AWC’s leaders, staff, and highly qualified faculty welcome and support our place of an application fee. students with open arms! AWC’s transfer pathways allow students to complete an associate degree Campus Housing program and transfer all academic credits to complete a bachelor degree. Yuma Statistics Campus housing is based on availability. Experience a smooth transfer to Arizona State University, University of Arizona, Population Northern Arizona University, and to several others institutions. Yuma County 195,751 These “2+2” programs allow students for the development of a strong La Paz County 20,489 foundation and preparation at a very affordable cost. 2010 Census We pride ourselves on working to continually develop programs, services, and activities to help enrich the educational journey of our Average Temp. (Fahrenheit) students. We look forward to serving and welcoming you at AWC. by Season Max. Min. Please call us at (928) 344-7699, or email us [email protected] Fall 91.4 54.4 [email protected] Winter 68.4 36.8 Aybüke Keehn M. Ed. Spring 86 50.5 www.azwestern.edu/enrollment/international Director of International Student Programs/PDSO Summer 106.6 73.6.