Pursue the Community College Option.
Part 2 of 3
Modelled after South Plains College.
International Student Admissions
General Requirements
- INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION
First-time, transfer and concurrent international students must submit the international student application. - A $100 non-refundable application fee (in U.S. currency) is required before consideration of an application can be made. They accept cash, money order or credit card. If paying by credit card email the Business Office at INTLFEE@southplainscollege.edu
. In the email please include your full name, name of credit card holder, credit card number, expiration date, and the security code on the back of the card.
Specific Requirements for International Transfer Students
- ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
(Required from official non-English speaking countries)
Evidence of proficiency in the English language is required and can be satisfied by submitting results from one of the following:
· Test of English as a Foreign language (TOEFL)
o Minimum score of a 550 (paper exam), 213 (computer exam), or 79 (internet-based exam). Scores are only valid for 2 years.
· International English Language Testing Service (IELTS)
o Minimum score of a 6.5 for academic version, general training results are not acceptable. Scores are only valid for 2 years.
· Or by completing the highest level in an English as a Second Language (ESL) program.
· International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in English with a 5 or higher
- OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL/SECONDARY TRANSCRIPT
An official transcript from the last four (4) years of secondary school must be submitted. The official transcript must be an original copy translated into English and must show each course completed along with the grade earned. A minimum grade average of “B” is required.
An unofficial copy of the transcript may be accepted temporarily for application to be reviewed. If accepted, student is required to submit the official transcript to the International Student Office upon arrival.
Do not send transcripts, diplomas, certificates or any other academic credential that cannot be duplicated or replaced. All documents become the property of South Plains College and will not be returned to the student.
- FINANCIAL ABILITY
Proof of financial ability to remain at South Plains College long enough to complete degree requirements must be submitted with the application. Proof can be in the form of a bank statement (minimum of $8,400 USD) and letter from the individual responsible for providing financial support for the international student, or the form I-134, Affidavit of Support. - PROOF OF THE MENINGITIS VACCINATION, if needed.
Additional Requirements for International Transfer Students
- Official college transcript from all colleges/universities attended in the United States must be submitted in place of the high school/secondary transcript.
- Must have completed at least 12 semester hours semester hours with a minimum 2.0 GPA to be eligible for consideration.
- International Transfer Form
THE FORM I-20 WILL NOT BE ISSUED UNTIL ALL SPECIFIED REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED.
Policies and Regulations
Student must maintain a minimum of 12 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Only one (3hr) internet or distance education course will count towards full-time enrollment requirements, 9 hours in which must be taken on campus.
- Code of Federal Regulations 214.2(f)(6)(i)(G)
If the student changes address, the student must provide the International Student Office with the new address within 10 days of relocating.
Student may work on-campus, with ISO approval, up to 20 hours per week while school is in session and full-time while school is not in session or during the annual vacation.
- Code of Federal Regulations 214.2(f)(9)(i)
If the student acquires a Social Security card, the student is required to submit a copy of the card to the International Student Office immediately.
Student may not work off-campus unless student receives an Employment Authorization Document from U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
- Code of Federal Regulations 214.2(f)(9)(ii)(A)
If the student plans to leave the country for any reason, the student is required to bring in the Form I-20 to the International Student Office and have it endorsed. Failure to do so will result in the student not being eligible to return to the United States by ICE.
The student is required to inform the International Student Office of the following changes:
If student legally changes their name.
If student changes their major.
If the student enrolls in another institution.
If student intends to transfer.
If student changes their major.
If the student enrolls in another institution.
If student intends to transfer.
South Plains College reports to ICE all changes of name, address or major and changes from full to part-time course loads.
- Code of Federal Regulations 214.3(g)(2)(ii)
- Code of Federal Regulations 214.3(g)(2)(iii)
Expenses
Application Fee - $100
Housing Application Fee - $100
I-901 Fee - $200
Application Fee - $100
Housing Application Fee - $100
I-901 Fee - $200
Housing (estimated for one semester) - $1,950 per semester
Tuition (estimate for one year) - $5,800
Misc. Expenses - $650
Estimated Total = $8,400
Tuition (estimate for one year) - $5,800
Misc. Expenses - $650
Estimated Total = $8,400
Health Insurance
Health insurance is not a regulatory requirement for F-1 students, but is strongly encouraged. South Plains College does not recommend any health insurance company.
Health insurance is not a regulatory requirement for F-1 students, but is strongly encouraged. South Plains College does not recommend any health insurance company.
What to Expect if Accepted
I-901 FEE
Before the student can apply for a visa to enter the United States as a student, the student is required to pay the $200 I-901 Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee.
Before the student can apply for a visa to enter the United States as a student, the student is required to pay the $200 I-901 Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee.
- Most students may pay the fee by credit card at www.FMJFee.com.
- If the student’s country of citizenship or country of birth is Cameroon, Ghana, Nigeria or Gambia, the student will not be able to pay the fee by credit card. These students must pay by money order, Western Union Quick Pay, or certified check drawn on a U.S financial institution.
- Complete the Form I-901 online. A payment coupon will be generated upon completion of the form.
- Print a copy of the payment coupon and take it to your local Western Union.
- Fill out the Quick Collect/Quick Pay Form according to the information found at the bottom of the printed coupon. Example:
- Company Name (or Code City): SEVISFEE
- Account Number: Coupon Number (ex: 010222013872390)
- Amount: 200.00
- Present the coupon and your payment to the Western Union Agent for processing.
Payment will be linked to your Form I-901 and your online payment confirmation will be available immediately. You will be able to go to your student visa appointment 2-3 days after your payment has posted.
Dr.Cliff Bertrand
