Admission for New International Students
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in Houston Community College. You have made an excellent choice of colleges to further your education, and we look forward to serving you and your educational needs.
Application Deadlines for New International Students
Fall Semester ..................... July 1
Spring Semester ................ November 18
Summer Semester ............. April 1
There are 7 steps that new international students need to follow when applying to HCC:
1.___ Complete the Web Application for Admissions to HCC
2.___ Complete the HCC SEVIS I-20 Application Form (please type the information online and then print and sign it)
3.___ Submit a copy of the passport (biometric page only)
4.___ Submit Original Financial Documentation (These documents will not be returned. Therefore the student must be prepared to submit a second original set to the U.S. Embassy at the time of the visa interview.)
If there is a sponsor, the following items are needed:
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- Affidavit of support (I-134) or a personal, notarized statement of support (all sponsors)
- Bank letter stating balance of account and date account opened OR last 3 months of statements (all sponsors)
- Letter from sponsor's employer stating length of employment and salary (for U.S. sponsors only)
If a government agency or company sponsors, the following item is needed:
- An official sponsorship letter
If the student is to be considered self-supporting, the following item is needed:
- A bank letter validating at least US $18,500 (plus $ 4,000 for each dependent added)
5..___ Read and sign the regulation for Maintaining Your F-1 Status
6. ___ $75 application fee
* Please send check or money order to HCC. Do not send cash.
7. ___ Submit the application in person to 3100 Main Street/ 11th floor, Houston, TX 77002 or mail the complete application to:
Office of International Student Services
Houston Community College
3100 Main, 11th Floor P.O. Box 667517 MC 1138
Houston, Texas 77266-7517
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What happens after you send your application to us?
1. Once the Office of International Student Services (OISS) receives your application, we will review and assess your information. The standard processing time for all new applications received is 10 business days.
2. If you meet all college requirements for admission as an F-1 international student, we will send you an acceptance letter and the SEVIS I-20 Form to get a visa.
3. In order to get a student visa (F-1), take your documents to the U.S. Embassies and Consulates, along with the SEVIS I-901 fee payment. The I-901 is a fee remittance for certain F, J and M non-immigrants. The fee is used to support the costs for the continued operation of the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
4. Plan your arrival to the United States. According to requirements set by the Department of Homeland Security, you prohibited to enter the U.S. more than 30 days prior to the program start date listed on your SEVIS I-20 Form.
4. After you arrive in Houston, report immediately to the Office of International Student Services at 3100 Main Street, 11th floor, Houston, TX 77002 to meet the designated student official (DSO) for advisement as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
5. All new incoming students must attend a Mandatory International Student Services Orientation. The Orientation will be held on Friday, May 21, 2010 in the 2nd Floor Auditorium at 3100 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002. The orientation begins at 10.00am.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please contact the Office of International Student Services by e-mail at: int_student_svcs@hccs.edu or call 713/718-8521.
We are looking forward welcoming you as a student here at Houston Community College.
last updated: 02/04/2010
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