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F-1 Visa Applicant Students may be admitted to the College for fall or spring term. Basic requirements shall include the following:

• Applicant must be a high school graduate. Students with foreign high school credentials must submit an official evaluation of their high school transcript and diploma. Evaluations are accepted only by NACES Members (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services). Applicants must complete all applications and correspondence in English.
• Transfer applicants must provide official transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Transfer credit for previous college-level coursework completed outside of the USA, should be evaluated by an approved NACES member or any other organization recognized by the College Registrar, and sent directly to Cayuga Community College. All transfer applicants must complete and submit the SEVIS Transfer-In Verification Form.

Photo Identification

International Students must provide a copy of an official government-issued form of identification, such as a passport, to confirm identity.

English Proficiency

Applicants whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate an acceptable level of English language proficiency. Proficiency must be demonstrated with official scores submitted to Cayuga based on one of the examinations below.

At this time, Cayuga Community College does not offer English as a Second Language (ESL) courses.

Foreign Student Financial Statement

REQUIRED FOR F-1 STUDENTS

F-1 visa applicants are required to demonstrate that they have financial resources to cover all of their educational expenses while attending Cayuga Community College.

The Foreign Student Financial Statement must be completed and accompanied by current notarized bank statements supporting the information reported on the form. Applicants must demonstrate the financial resources to support themselves during their stay in the United States, as well as transportation expenses to return to their home country.

Your proof of funding documents will depend on sponsor type.

1. Personal or Family Sponsor: Bank statements for each sponsor showing at least 6 months of balances and activity. A letter from the bank or a single balance statement IS NOT sufficient.
2. Business Funds:
   1. If you are receiving funds from a business account, you must provide the business registration, which states the name(s) of the business owner(s).
   2. Also provide a Profit/Loss statement, usually included in the business tax documents.
3. Government or Employer Sponsor: If you are receiving funding from a government or employer, please provide a letter from that source stating the amount awarded to you and the duration of support.
4. Loans: Official letter from credit institution indicating approval of loan and amount approved.

NOTE: Financial Aid and Scholarships

Cayuga Community College has NO financial aid or scholarships available for international students. Students must demonstrate ability to pay for their total educational and living expenses for their entire enrollment at Cayuga.

International Student Health Insurance

It is the policy of Cayuga Community College that all International students (F-1) carry mandatory comprehensive health insurance coverage. All F-1 students will be automatically enrolled in the required UnitedHealthcare international student health insurance set forth by the State University of New York.

F-1 Student Visa

International students who wish to enroll in Cayuga Community College are required to obtain an F-1 visa. If the applicant meets all the necessary requirements above, an official letter of acceptance will be e-mailed to the applicant. The letter of acceptance and the I-20 must be presented to the United States Consulate or Embassy with a valid passport and all other required materials in order to obtain an F-1 student visa, which will allow the student to enter the United States.

Payment Information

First Semester Tuition Deposit

NOTE: The first semester’s tuition and fees are due after registering for classes, in accordance with the published semester payment deadline. Students may pay with cash, wire transfer, (Flywire – tuition payment process which allows students to pay from any country and any bank) or a valid Visa or MasterCard.

Flywire – International Student Payments

Cayuga Community College has partnered with Flywire to streamline the tuition payment process. Flywire allows you to pay from any country and any bank. They offer excellent foreign exchange rates, allowing you to pay in your home currency (in most cases). Students can track the progress of their payment throughout the transfer process via a student dashboard and be notified via email when their payment is received.

Students need their Student ID (your C-number) to submit payment to Flywire.