International Student Application Template (Page 2 of 4) in pdf

Application Deadlines:

Fall Semester – July 1 and Spring Semester – December 1

Summer Session – May 1

Summer Session for students transferring from other American colleges or coming

from countries, where English is the primary language in its educational system.

The following items are required for admission:

Please note, that our admission requirements meet all U.S. government regulations for issuing F-1 student visas.

K 1. A Sierra College International Student Application

K 2. Meet one of the following English language requirements (We do not accept institutional TOEFL scores; TOEFL scores are

for admission ONLY; Upon arrival, students will take assessment tests to determine placement in appropriate courses):

• Score at least 133 CBT (Computer Based Test), 450 PBT (Paper Based Test), or 45 iBT (internet Based Test). Please send your

original TOEFL score report; our TOEFL code is 4697 OR

• Enroll in the English as a Second Language (ESL) program at Sierra College. The English language requirement is waived if you

come from a country that uses English as the primary language in its educational system.

K 3. Submit an original bank statement (in English) dated within 3 months indicating there is a minimum of $16,000 U.S. dollars available

to cover tuition and expenses. You will need 2 official copies; submit 1 to Sierra College and keep 1 for the embassy or consulate. If the

student has a sponsor, please send letter of support.

K 4. Submit official transcripts translated into English indicating successful completion from a secondary school, equivalent to completion

of an American high school. Also submit transcripts from any other college or university you may have attended. You will need two

official copies; submit one to Sierra College and keep one for the embassy.

K 5. Submit a copy of your valid passport (photo page).

K 6. Send a non-refundable application processing fee of $100 payable to Sierra College. Please send the fee by the following methods:

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Wire transfer (contact us for specifics)

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MasterCard or Visa (contact us for specifics)

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Cashier’s Check drawn on a U.S. Bank (must have a 9 digit U.S. routing number in the MICR line)

The $100 will be credited towards your tuition at the time you register. We also ask that you send a recent photo of yourself, if possible.

Submit your application and other documents to:

Sierra College, International Students Office

5000 Rocklin Road

Rocklin, CA U.S.A. 95677-3397

Once all the items have been received, approved, and you have been admitted to Sierra College, you will be sent an I-20. You will use

the I-20 to apply for a student visa (F-1) at the U.S. Consulate or Embassy in your country. Official transcripts and original documents will not

be returned or copied. Please note that if you enter the United States on a Sierra College I-20, you must attend Sierra College at least one semester

before transferring. Prospective students shall submit to Sierra College, proof of freedom from tuberculosis dated no more than 90 days

before the start of classes. This report must be professionally translated into English.

Health Insurance

In the United States, health care can be costly. All international students must purchase medical insurance from Sierra College’s carrier.

There are no exceptions–-even for students who may have health insurance in their home countries. Medical insurance enrollment

materials will be provided to you prior to your arrival.

Transfer Students

For students currently studying in the U.S.A. and transferring to Sierra College from another college,

you must also submit the following:

K 7. A copy of your departure record (I-94 card in your passport), a copy of the visa in your passport, a copy of your passport, and a copy

of your I-20 from your current college.

K 8. A transfer clearance form completed by the college you are presently attending. Please contact the Sierra College

International Students Office for this form to be sent or emailed to you.

K 9. Official college transcripts from all colleges or universities that you have attended in the United States.

You will receive an admissions decision within 2 weeks after all documents have been received.

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