International students are considered current or aspiring non-immigrant F-1 Visa holders. All other visa holders are not considered international students.
The application and approval process can take up to 6 months for first-time applications and approximately 30 days for transfer applications. We will not issue the Certificate of Eligibility Form I-20, after the deadlines below:
| Term | First Time | Current F1 Students Seeking Transfer |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | July 1st | 15 days before start of semester |
| Spring Semester | November 5th | 15 days before start of semester |
| Summer Semester | Not Available | Not Available |
The following expenses are based on Fall and Spring semesters with 12 credit hours per semester. F-1 Visa students are classified as Non-Resident for tuition purposes.
*Additional documentation of $5,000 for a spouse and $5,000 for each child is required if the spouse/child(ren) will join the student in the US.
**Medical insurance costs are determined by student age. The actual amount may vary.
Student who intend to transfer to a four-year university are recommended to pursue an Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree.
Students who do not intend to transfer to a four-year university, can choose to pursue an AAS degree. AAS degrees are designed to prepare students for entry-level employment or for upgrading/stabilizing employment. International students can choose to pursue a certificate program, in addition to pursuing their Associate degree.
Look below to see all the eligible degree programs for students with an F-1 visa.
Explore international frequently asked questions to take the first step toward Starting Smart and Starting Strong.
A quick easy guide detailing the necessary steps for the admissions process for international student at CCA.
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