INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSIONS
Admissions Instructions An international student seeking the F-1 student visa to attend Delaware County Community College must take the following steps to obtain the Form I-20 to begin the visa process. Documents submitted become the property of the College and will not be returned to the applicant, so please make personal copies of the documents before submitting. Please submit the following documents:
Completed two-page International Student Application, Pages 4 & 5 of this document (including academic major code and student signature) Completed, notarized Affidavit of Support, Page 6 of this document Official bank statement (from a personal account) confirming that funds are available to cover the cost of the first academic year’s estimated tuition, fees and living expenses (see International Student Cost Estimate, Page 3 of this document) Copy of high school/secondary school diploma/certificate of graduation (do not send original high school transcripts or diplomas to the College) Copy of passport photo ID page If transferring from another U.S. school: International Student (F-1) Transfer Request from www.dccc.edu/inter/transfer-request If under the age of 18 at the time of enrollment: Medical Release Form from www.dccc.edu/medical-release Copy of passport photo ID page(s) for any legal dependent(s) accompanying you to the U.S.
The College reserves the right to request an official evaluation report for educational credentials or original copies of documents, if needed, for verification.
All documents must be sent to: Delaware County Community College, International Admissions Office, 901 S. Media Line Road, Media, PA 19063-1094 USA or [email protected]
APPLICATION DEADLINES SEMESTER DATES Fall semester – July 15 Fall semester – Mid-August to mid-December Spring semester – November 15 Spring semester – Early January to mid-May Summer ESL semester – April 15 Summer ESL semester – Late May to early August (Visit www.dccc.edu/inter for upcoming semester dates) TEST SCORES/TRANSFER CREDIT INFORMATION Although TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, and ACT scores are not required for admission, if you do have test scores, they may be used for place- ment purposes. Scores must be current within 5 years. See www.dccc.edu/international-admissions for more information. If you have attended college or university and have received college-level credit, you may be able to transfer credits into Delaware County Community College. See www.dccc.edu/transfer-in for more information.
HOUSING INFORMATION Delaware County Community College has no residence halls on campus, but many attractive housing accomodations are available in the local area. Obtaining housing is the responsibility of the student, not of the College. The Office of International Student Services is available for assistance.Visit www.dccc.edu/homestay for more information.
MEDICAL/HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION All international students at Delaware County Community College must have medical health insurance and evacuation/ repatriation coverage. The College enrolls all international students in a plan and bills students for the cost automatically. Students may wish to obtain their own supplemental insurance to increase their maximum total coverage. All financial obligations for any medical treatment are the responsibility of the student and/or the student’s family. 1 PROGRAMS OF STUDY AND MAJOR CODES
COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY TRANSFER PROGRAMS (AA, AFA, & AS DEGREES)
Delaware County Community College offers associate degrees in a variety of fields for students planning to transfer credits to four-year colleges or universities in order to complete bachelor’s degree programs.
Administration of Justice AADJ Education EDUC Photography PHO Business Administration BUAD Engineering EGR Psychology PSY Communication Arts English ENG Science for Health Professions HSCI Communication Studies COMM Global Studies GLOS Social Work SWO Journalism JOUR Graphic Design GRA Sociology SOC Theatre THEA History HIS Studio Arts STU Computer Science CIS Liberal Arts LA Early Childhood Education ECED Mathematics/Natural Science MNS
CAREER PROGRAMS (AAS DEGREE)
Delaware County Community College offers the associate in applied science degree in many areas of specialization for students seeking training in preparation for full-time employment. With planning, these programs may also prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university.
Accounting ACCT Information Technology Machine Tool Technology MTT Advanced Technology ADVT Computer Programming DPRP Medical Assistant MED Culinary Arts CUL Game Development ITGD Medical Coding and Billing MCBA Emergency Management and Planning EMER Help Desk/Technical Support DPM Paralegal Studies PLG General Business BGEN Interactive Multimedia IMM Skilled Trades SKTR General Studies GEN Network Engineering DPRN Health Care Management AHM Web Development ITWD Health Studies HSTU Hotel and Restaurant Management HRM
2 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COST ESTIMATE
• The current estimate for one academic year of study is a minimum of $23,139 • This estimate covers 12 credits per semester in the fall and spring semesters, the minimum required for F-1 student status • International students may be eligible for select scholarships at the College, but financial aid is not available for international students • Payment options include credit card, cash, money order, personal check and wire transfer • Payment is due upon arrival at the College (during registration) • Most degrees require a minimum of 60 credits for graduation
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COST ESTIMATE
Minimum Cost Estimate Per Semester Per Academic Yearr
(Fall and Spring semesters)
*Tuition and Fees (12 credits per semester) $5,908 $11,816
Health Insurance NA $1,484
Housing $3,038 $6,075
Transportation $432 $864
Books & Supplies $750 $1,500
Personal Expenses $700 $1,400
Total $23,139
Cost Estimate Per Credit Tuition and Fees Only
12 Credits $5,908
13 Credits $6,397
14 Credits $6,886
15 Credits $7,375
16 Credits $7,864
17 Credits $8,353
18 Credits $8,842
19 Credits $9,331
*The estimates above are valid for the 2019-20 academic year.
Delaware County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or age in its programs or activities.
3 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION
ENTRANCE STATUS
Check your student status:
Initial student. A student requesting the Form I-20 to obtain an F-1 student visa in their home country. Transfer student. A student enrolling at this College who is transferring his or her F-1 visa status from another U.S. school.
Name of school:
Returning student. A student returning to Delaware County Community College after an absence of one or more semesters. Change of student status. I am currently holding a/an ______visa and wish to change to F-1 status while remaining in the U.S. (Please include a copy of your current visa , I-94, and other immigration documents with your application.)
PROGRAM INFORMATION Check the first semester you plan to attend: Fall (August–December) Year Spring (January–May) Year Summer ESL (June–August) Year
Choose your academic major: (Use program code from list on last page)
PERSONAL INFORMATION Name (as shown on passport) FAMILY NAME(S) FIRST NAME(S)/GIVEN NAME(S) Date of Birth / / Sex: Male Female Marital Status: Single Married MONTH DAY YEAR Country of Birth Country of Citizenship
Legal dependents (spouse or children) coming with you to the U.S. (Include copy of passport ID page for each dependent. Write their country of birth, country of citizenship, date of birth and relationship to the student on each copy. Additional support of $4,000 USD per dependent is required.)
Home Country Address (Required) STREET ADDRESS
CITY PROVINCE POSTAL CODE COUNTRY
Local U.S. Address (Transfer & Change of Status Students) STREET ADDRESS
CITY STATE POSTAL CODE COUNTRY
Telephone Number
Email Address
Please list any organization or individual who helped you apply to Delaware County Community College.
In compliance with federal regulations, third parties (agencies, sponsors, etc.) are not permitted to request acceptance packages on behalf of students.
4 EDUCATION
High School (Secondary)
NAME OF SCHOOL LOCATION DEGREE/CERTIFICATE AWARDED DATE OF GRADUATION
College or University
NAME OF SCHOOL LOCATION DEGREE/CERTIFICATE AWARDED DATE OF GRADUATION
STATEMENT OF INTENT
In English, please explain why you are choosing your particular field of study and how you intend to make use of your education in your home country.
How did you learn about Delaware County Community College?
UNIVERSITY TRANSFER PATHWAY PARTNERSHIPS
We are pleased to offer special pathway partnerships with the universities listed below. If you are interested in transferring to any of the universities below, please check the appropriate box. A conditional admissions letter will be included in your acceptance package.
Arcadia University Delaware Valley University Temple University West Chester University Widener University
ACCEPTANCE PACKAGE MAILING Choose ONE method to have your I-20 and acceptance package mailed to you: Pick-Up by U.S. Contact (this individual will be responsible for the receipt of your acceptance package):
NAME E-MAIL ADDRESS U.S. PHONE NUMBER Create an account through https://study.eshipglobal.com and pay a discounted rate for express mail service to any U.S. or international address (choose “Receive Documents from University” and select “Delaware County Community College” in Pennsylvania “Office of Admissions”)
I certify that the information I have herein provided is true to the best of my knowledge and realize that any falsification of information, particularly concerning residency and educational credentials, may release the College from considering my application for admission or may lead to dismissal from the College at a later date. I also give permission to the College to verify my educational credentials with the institution that issued them, if necessary. NO APPLICATION WILL BE PROCCESSED WITHOUT COMPLETE INFORMATION AND YOUR SIGNATURE.
SIGNATURE DATE
5 AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT
Sponsor is: Family member of student Other financial sponsor Government scholarship/grant
If the sponsor is a family member or other financial sponsor, they must provide proof of available funds to financially support the first academic year at Delaware County Community College (see International Student Cost Estimate, Page 3 of this document). Please submit an official bank statement with this affidavit. The sponsor must sign this affidavit and have it authenticated by a notary public, bank official or other individual authorized to certify documents.
If the sponsor is a government scholarship or grant, you must also submit a copy of the official letter from the issuing department or ministry stating that you will receive these funds (the total amount must cover the cost of enrolling at the College). The letter must be on official letterhead from the issuing agency and include their contact information.
If the student will sponsor themselves, this affidavit is not required, and the official bank statement must be in the name of the student.
(PLEASE PRINT)
I, , who resides at NAME OF SPONSOR
SPONSOR’S ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER being duly sworn, depose and say that it is my intention to support , NAME OF STUDENT who resides at . STUDENT’S ADDRESS
This affidavit is made by me to assure the College that I am willing and able to maintain and support the above named student and for the purpose of assuring the College that it will not be necessary to appeal to the College or any other agency for scholarships or other financial aid.
SIGNATURE OF SPONSOR DATE
Statement signed and sworn before me: SIGNATURE OF NOTARY PUBLIC OR BANK OFFICIAL
Affix Stamp or Seal ADDRESS
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