HOW TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION
Admission is an easy process with the following steps!
If you are interested in coming for the Spring Semester (January to May), we must receive the application and required documents before November 1.
If you are interested in coming for the Fall Semester (August to December), we must receive the application and required documents before July 1.
(Opportunities to start classes during the summer are also available. Just ask us!)
Please send:
- A COMPLETED INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION (Adobe Acrobat version; PDF)
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION (MS Word version)
- PROOF OF GRADUATION FROM SECONDARY SCHOOL
Original or certified copies of official diploma or certificate from each secondary school (high school), college or university, and/or technical school you have attended (translated into English). Unofficial photo copies, faxes and email scans cannot be accepted. Spanish language documents do not need to be translated.
- EVIDENCE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:
(waived for students whose native language is English)
- Admission to Academic Programs
Applicants who wish to enroll in an academic program at the college must present evidence of English language proficiency. There are several kinds of methods that can be used to satisfy this requirement:
- If the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is used to satisfy this requirement, the applicant must attain a score of at least 500 on the traditional TOEFL, 173 on the computer-based test, or 61 on the Internet-based test. The TOEFL code for Scottsdale Community College is 4755.
- If the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is used to satisfy this requirement, an IELTS overall Band Score of 5.5 or better is required, and a minimum IELTS individual Band Score of 5.0 in EACH module is recommended.
- If the STEP Eiken test (for Japanese students) is used to satisfy this requirement, a Pre-1 level or better is required.
- Appropriate scores on Maricopa Community College's placement tests: Accuplacer, ASSET, COMPAASS or CELSA.
PLEASE NOTE: Regardless of TOEFL, IELTS, or STEP Eiken scores, all new students are required to take placements tests upon arrival at Scottsdale Community College.
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Admission to the Intensive English Program (note new requirements, effective for Spring 2009 admission)
Evidence of English Proficiency at the intermediate level will be required. There are several different methods that can be used to satisfy this requirement:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): The applicant must attain a score of at least 450 on the paper-based test, 133 on the computer-based test, or 45 on the Internet-based test. The TOEFL Code for Scottsdale Community College is 4755.
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): The applicant must attain an overall IELTS Band Score of 4.0 or better. A minimum IELTS individual Band Score of 4.0 or better. A minimum IELTS individual Band Score of 4.0 in EACH module is recommended.
- STEP Eiken test (for Japanese students): Grade 2 or better is required.
- Appropriate scores on Maricopa Community College's placement tests: A CELSA score of Level III or higher.
PLEASE NOTE: Regardless of TOEFL, IELTS, or STEP Eiken scores, all new students are required to take placements tests upon arrival at Scottsdale Community College. Students admitted to the Intensive English Program (English as a Second Language program) will not be allowed to enroll in courses outside those officially designated as part of the program unless and until they have met all of the prerequisites or other course requirements, including appropriate scores on placement tests.
- EVIDENCE OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT
a. You or your sponsor must complete the Statement of Financial Support, which states that they have at least $17,400.00 U.S. dollars per year, and are willing to use this money to pay for your academic and living expenses while you are attending Scottsdale Community College.
b. IMPORTANT: you or your sponsor MUST also include ORIGINAL bank statements or an ORIGINAL letter from the bank showing that the sponsor has sufficient funds on deposit. Faxes, photocopies and internet printouts will not be accepted. Evidence of financial support will be required prior for issuance of the I-20 form. Please note that the U.S. Consulate will require another set of original financial documents when you apply for the F-1 visa.
The college has no scholarship or financial aid provisions for international students; therefore, students must be fully prepared to meet the necessary financial obligations for the entire time they will be in the United States.
The college estimates the student's average costs for 10 months
(estimated average costs for 2008-2009):
Tuition and Fees: $6,900 (full-time enrollment is required for F-1 students)
Living Expenses: $8,700
Other (books & health insurance): $1,800
TOTAL (estimated): $17,400
* Health Insurance: All F-1 students who have an I-20 issued by Scottsdale Community College must purchase the approved health insurance plan. The plan currently in use is administered by the Renaissance Agencies, Inc. and underwritten by Nationwide Life Insurance Company.
** Please note all fees are subject to change without notice. These figures are estimates only and are based on a 10 month academic calendar.
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PHOTOCOPY OF PASSPORT, showing the pages with identification information and expiration date. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months. If your spouse and/or children will accompany you, please provide photocopies of their passports as well.
Additional requirements if you currently attend school in the United States, you must also submit the following documents:
6. Photocopy of your I-94 card in your passport
7. Photocopy of your current visa in your passport
8. An official transcript from your previous educational institution, sent directly to Scottsdale
Community College.
9. Photocopies of all prio SEVIS 1-20 documents.
10. SEVIS Transfer Form completed and signed by both the student and the current
international student advisor/DSO.
11. Approval notice of COS (Change of Status), if applicable
PLEASE SEND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO:
Attn: International Student Advisor
International Education Programs
Scottsdale Community College
9000 East Chaparral Road
Scottsdale, Arizona 85256-2626
USA
Admission confirmation
After we have received all of the documents, we will consider your application for admission. If you are accepted, you will be sent a letter of acceptance, including the SEVIS I-20 form which will enable you to obtain the F-1 Student Visa at the US Consulate in your home country. If you are not accepted, you will be notified with an explanation.
If you have any additional questions, please contact:
SCC International Education Programs
Telephone: (480) 423-6590
Fax: (480) 423-6099
Email: ied@sccmail.maricopa.edu |
