International Student Services FAQs
Q: Is a TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo score required?
A: No, but it is strongly recommended that students submit an English proficiency exam score. Without proof of English proficiency, your I-20 will be issued for an English Language program or Pathway Program, not a degree program. A Pathway Program is a combination of part-time ESL and part-time credit classes.
Q: When is the application Deadline?
A: For students applying from abroad, the deadline is June 15th for fall semester and November 1st for spring semester.
For students applying from within the U.S., the deadline is July 1st for the fall semester and November 15th for the spring semester.
For students applying from within the U.S., the deadline is July 1st for the fall semester and November 15th for the spring semester.
Q: How do I submit my application?
A: Email the complete application to intadmdocuments@sunywcc.edu. Send the individual documents as pdf’s. Do not send the application if you know that you are missing documents. Wait until you have all required documentation. We cannot process the I-20 until the package is complete.
Q: What do you accept as proof of employment?
A: A sponsor who is in the U.S. should submit a recent pay stub. A sponsor from outside the U.S. can submit a letter from their employer. The letter should include annual income and needs to be in English or translated into English. If a sponsor is retired, they should submit proof of retirement income.
Q: Does my high school diploma/transcript need to be translated and evaluated?
A: If it is in another language, it needs to be translated by an official translation service. You should submit a copy of both the original and the translation. It does not need to be evaluated.
Q: How long does it take to get an I-20?
A: Allow at least two weeks to process your application and prepare your I-20. If your application is not complete, it will take longer to prepare the I-20.
Q: Do I have to pay an application fee?
A:
You do not have to pay an application fee with your application. The fee will be added to your first tuition bill.
You do not have to pay an application fee with your application. The fee will be added to your first tuition bill.
Q: How many credits do I have to take each semester to be a full-time student?
A:
International students are required to take at least 12 credits every fall and spring semester. 9 credits must be in person.Summer semester is optional.
International students are required to take at least 12 credits every fall and spring semester. 9 credits must be in person.Summer semester is optional.
Q: Do I need to submit immunization records with my application package?
A: No, students need to submit immunization records to the Health Office directly. IMM forms
Q: Do I have to take a placement test?
A:
Yes, students need to take a placement test in English and math.
Yes, students need to take a placement test in English and math.
Q: How do I register for classes?
A: After taking the placement test and submitting your immunization records, students schedule an appointment with the International Student Advisor for academic advising and course registration.
Q: When do I need to pay tuition?
A: Fall tuition is due mid-August and spring tuition is due early January. Check the website for exact dates as they change each semester.
Q: Is there a payment plan?
A: Yes, you can break the tuition into five equal payments. There is a $50 fee to enroll in the payment plan. Students can enroll in the plan on their MyWCC portal.
Q: If I am a transfer student (from another US college or university), do I need to submit the entire application package?
A:
Yes, you should submit the entire application and the Transfer Recommendation Form.
Yes, you should submit the entire application and the Transfer Recommendation Form.
