International Student Application

Application Deadlines

Spring Semester Application Deadline: November 15.

Spring classes begin in late January Summer English Language Institute Application Deadline: April 15.

Summer classes begin in early June (no degree admission for summer) Fall Semester Application Deadline: June 15. Fall classes begin in late August. Transfer Applicants may apply later than these deadlines

PROGRAMS OF STUDY International students may choose any one of the following Programs of Study at Ohlone College. Please enter your choice of Program of Study in the Application Form. To see a full list of options and details about courses go here: https://www.ohlone.edu/academics. PROGRAMS OF STUDY PROGRAM of STUDY Administration of Justice American Sign Language and Deaf Studies Anthropology Art Biology Biotechnology Broadcasting Business Administration Business Supervision / Management Chemistry Communication Studies Computer Engineering Computer Science Computer Studies / Internet Web Programming Computer Studies / Programming Desktop Support Technician Early Childhood Studies Economics Engineering English Entertainment Design / Technology: Audio Technician Entertainment Design / Technology: Costuming Entertainment Design / Technology: Live Event Management Entertainment Design / Technology: Moving Light Technician Entertainment Design / Technology: Stage Craft Entertainment Design / Tech: Theatrical and TV Lighting Technician Environmental Science Environmental Studies Fine Arts Geography Geology Graphic Arts / Computer Graphics History Human Development Interior Design Journalism Kinesiology Liberal Arts Mathematics Multimedia Music Natural Science Network Administrator Philosophy Physics Psychology Social Science Sociology Speech and Communication Studies Studio Arts Theatre Arts

Application Checklist

Once all of the items below have been received by the International Programs office at Ohlone College your

application is complete. If you are admissible, you will be provided with an Acceptance Packet.

COMPLETE THESE ITEMS:

� International Student Application

� Financial Affidavit You and your financial supporter(s) must complete and sign this form. (Included in this application)

� Credit Card Payment Form This is for payment of the $50 application fee and optional $50 mail fee. The Mail fee is only required if you would like us to mail your acceptance packet to you. If you or an authorized person comes to pick up your acceptance packet you do not need to pay the mail fee.

SUPPLY THESE ITEMS:

� Bank Documents An official bank statement or bank letter, from the student or student’s financial sponsor, demonstrating the required funds (see amount on Financial Affidavit).

� High School and/or University Certificate of completion, transcripts, or equivalent academic documents

� Copy of biographical page in Passport (page with your name)

� Proof of English Language Proficiency

Ø Copy of TOEFL or IELTS Score Report • TOEFL: Minimum 57 score on the Internet-based Test, 163 on the Computer-based Test, or 490

on the Paper-based Test. The Ohlone College ETS code is 4579, but the original report is not required.

• IELTS: Minimum 5.5 score

Ø Alternative ways to show proof of English proficiency can be found here: www.ohlone.edu/international/englishrequirements

OR Apply for the Ohlone College English Language Institute (ELI) and receive Conditional Admittance to your degree program of study. For more information visit: www.ohlone.edu/international/eli

� For Transfer Applicants ONLY: If you currently hold an F-1 Visa/I-20 at another school in the U.S. you are considered a Transfer Applicant. In addition to all of the items above, please also submit the following items:

(1) A copy of your current Form I-20; (2) a copy of your Visa; and (3) a print out of your I-94 information (4) If you already earned a degree in U.S., provide a statement of why you want to attend Ohlone and what your education goals are.

*NOTE: For the occasional applicant who will be under 18 years of age when they begin their studies, please email us at international@ohlone.edu for additional documents. Please submit applications via email, international@ohlone.edu. In the subject line, include applicants name, start term and program (Degree or ELI).

PROGRAMS OF STUDY International students may choose any one of the following Programs of Study at Ohlone College. Please enter your choice of Program of Study, and Program Code, in the Application Form. PROGRAM CODE PROGRAM of STUDY AA.ACCT Accounting AA.AJ Administration of Justice AA.ASL American Sign Language and Deaf Studies AA.ART.TR Art AS.BIOL.TR Biology AS.BIOT Biotechnology AA.BRDC Broadcasting AA.BA.TR Business Administration AA.BSM Business Supervision / Management AS.CHEM.TR Chemistry AS.CCNP Cisco Certified Network Professional AS.CENG.TR Computer Engineering AS.CS.TR Computer Science AA.CSIN Computer Studies / Internet Web Programming AA.CSPR Computer Studies / Programming AS.DST Desktop Support Technician AA.ECS Early Childhood Studies AS.ENGI.TR Engineering AA.ENGL.TR English AA.EDTA Entertainment Design / Technology: Audio Technician AA.EDTC Entertainment Design / Technology: Costuming AA.EDTL Entertainment Design / Technology: Live Event Management AA.EDTM Entertainment Design / Technology: Moving Light Technician AA.EDTS Entertainment Design / Technology: Stage Craft AA.EDTT Entertainment Design / Tech: Theatrical and TV Lighting Technician AS.ENVS.TR Environmental Science AA.ENVS.TR Environmental Studies AS.ESAT.TR Exercise Science / Athletic Training AA.FA Fine Arts AS.GEOL.TR Geology AA.GACG Graphic Arts / Computer Graphics AA.ID Interior Design AA.INTP Interpreter Preparation Program AA.JOUR Journalism AA.LA Liberal Arts AS.MATH.TR Mathematics AS.MCSE Microsoft Systems Engineer AA.MM Multimedia AA.MUS.TR Music AA.NS Natural Science AS.NETA Network Administrator AS.PTA Physical Therapist Assistant AS.PHYS.TR Physics AA.SS Social Science AA.SPCH.TR Speech and Communication Studies AS.TSS Technical Support Specialist AS.UNIXA UNIX / LINUX Systems Administrator

International Student Application

I am applying to enter Ohlone College: Year: 20______

Degree or ELI � Spring Semester

ELI only � Spring

Mid-Semester

ELI only � Summer

Term

Degree or ELI � Fall

Semester

ELI only � Fall

Mid-Semester

English Language Institute (ELI) Student: Check here if you DO NOT have a passing TOEFL or IELTS and would like to begin in our ELI program with Conditional Admission to your program of study

_____________________________________ Program of Study

I am currently in: � My home country � America

If currently in America, what type of Visa do you hold? __________ Do you want to Change your Status to F-1? ___________

Are you transferring from another U.S. school? If Yes, which school: ___________________________

BIOGRAPHY Please print clearly and complete all sections, empty sections will cause a delay in processing

Name on Passport:

Surname/Primary Name Given Name

Address: (Home Country)

Address in USA: (only required for transfer applicants)

Phone (Home Country): Phone (USA): E-mail Address (please write clearly): ______________________________________________________ Gender: � Male � Female Primary Language Spoken at Home: Date of Birth: Month: Day: Year: Country of Birth: Country of Citizenship:

City State Zipcode

State or Province

Country Postal Code City

Street Address, include any room, building or apartment numbers

Choose a Program of Study from the list on Page 2 (ELI students choose the Program they would like to study after completion of ELI)

EDUCATION

Transcripts translated into English will be requested when student arrives. List the most recent schools first. Name of School Location

City, Country Dates of Attendance

Month/Year, to Month/Year Did You

Graduate? Yes or No

High School to

College or University

to

DEPENDANTS If a spouse and/or children will be accompanying the student as F-2 Visa holders (dependents of an F-1 Visa-holder,) an additional $6,000 must be demonstrated for your spouse and an additional $5000 must be demonstrated for each child. Please provide the following information or a copy of each passport: Full Name of Spouse/Child as it appears on the passport, Date of Birth, Country of Birth, Country of Citizenship, and Gender.

PROOF OF ENGLISH PROFICIENCY- Not Required for ELI Applicants

Check one: � TOEFL � IELTS Test Score:

� Other Measure of English Proficiency. Which measure are you submitting as proof? Describe here: ____________________________________________________________________________________ Read about other measures of English here: www.ohlone.edu/international/englishrequirements#other

ACCEPTANCE MATERIALS If you are admitted to Ohlone College, we will issue you an Admission Letter, Form I-20, and related documents. These are your “Acceptance Materials.” Please check one option below, to indicate how you wish us to provide you with your Acceptance Materials:

� Mail my Acceptance Materials (check one): � Home Country Address � U.S. Address � “Release Authorization” Address (below)

� Pick-up my Acceptance Materials: You or the person listed in the “Release Authorization” (below) will pick up at the Ohlone International Programs office. You will not be charged $50 mail fee.

RELEASE AUTHORIZATION (optional)

You may authorize release of information, communication about your application and your Acceptance Materials, to another person by listing their Name and Contact information here: Last Name First Name E-mail Address Phone Number

STUDENT’S REQUIRED SIGNATURE I declare under penalty of perjury that the statements submitted by me are true and correct. I understand the presentation of false information or failure to comply with Ohlone College’s admission and registration procedures may result in my dismissal without refund of any fees paid.

Name (printed) Signature Date

FINANCIAL AFFIDAVIT

International students are required to provide documentation of financial support before a Form I-20 can be issued to them by Ohlone College. Documentation of financial support includes 2 items: 1) this completed Financial Affidavit form; and 2) Bank Documents. Please submit BOTH of these items as part of your application. SELF-SUPPORTING STUDENTS: If the student will use his/her own, personal funds as the source of financial support, the student must provide an official bank statement showing the availability of at least $22,200 for Degree Studies or $29,200 for ELI Program. All finances must be in liquid assets. Student must complete the Statement of Financial Obligation below. STUDENTS SUPPORTED BY A FINANCIAL GUARANTOR: If someone else will financially support the student (examples: family member, friend, or private institution,) the Financial Guarantor must provide their official bank statement showing the availability of at least $22,200 for Degree Studies or $29,200 for ELI Program. All finances must be in liquid assets. Student and Financial Guarantor must complete the Statement of Financial Obligation below.

Bank statements and Financial Affidavits must be dated within the last 6 months

Estimated Expenses Ohlone Degree Studies (2 semesters, 9 Months)

English Language Institute (3 sessions, 12 Months)

Tuition and Fees $7,900 $11,900 Books and Supplies $400 $200 Health Insurance $1,200 $1,500 Room and Meals $10,000 $12,000 Other expenses (transportation, expenses, etc.) $2,700

$3,600

TOTAL $22,200 $29,200 Dependents: If a spouse and/or children will be accompanying the student as F-2 Visa holders (dependents of an F-1 Visa-holder,) an additional $6,000 must be demonstrated for your spouse and an additional $5000 must be demonstrated for each child. Please provide the following information or a copy of each passport: Full Name of Spouse/Child as it appears on the passport, Date of Birth, Country of Birth, Country of Citizenship, and Gender.

Statement of Financial Obligation Check One: p I, the student, will be Self-Supporting (using my own funds to finance my education.) p I will be the student’s Financial Guarantor. I will support the student financially during his/her studies at Ohlone College IMPORTANT: The student must sign below. AND, if someone else will financially support the student,

the Financial Guarantor must also sign below.

Student’s Name (Last Name, First Name) __________________________ _______________________

Student’s Signature _______________________________________ Date ________________________

Financial Guarantor’s Name (Last Name, First Name) _____________________ ___________________

Relationship to Student (check one) p Parent p Other relative p Friend p Other ____________

Financial Guarantor’s Signature _______________________________ Date ______________________ By signing above, the student and Guarantor(s), if applicable, certify that sufficient financial resources will be available to cover all expenses

for the duration of studies at Ohlone College.

Credit Card Payment Form

Non-refundable

This form is for the payment of the $50 Application fee and $50 Mail fee. The total charged will be $100 unless your acceptance packet is not mailed to you. You can choose to have your acceptance packet picked up at the office (under the “acceptance materials” section), in which case you will only be charged the $50 Application fee. Both fees are non-refundable You can also pay by check/ bank draft – payable to “Ohlone College”. Please use this form only if you are paying the fees by credit or debit card. Student’s Name: _________________________ _____________________________ LAST (Family) Name FIRST Name

Name: _______________________________________________________ EXACTLY as it appears on the credit card Address: _______________________________________________________ The address on record with the credit card company

__________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Credit Card Type: ___ Visa ___ MasterCard (Note: these are the only credit card types accepted) Check one

Credit Card Number: ���� ���� ���� ����

Credit Card 3-Digit Security Code: ��� This is the 3-digit code found on the back of your card. It is the last 3 digits located in the Signature section.

Expiration Date: ��/ �� Month Year Amount to be Charged: $100 (or $50 if acceptance packet will be picked up) Signature of Credit Card holder: ______________________________________________

Office use only: Student ID _______________ Term:_____________ Amount:_________________________

Please send your Application by:

Ø Email: international@ohlone.edu (Preferred method) In the subject line state: Applicant Name, Start Term, & Program (ELI or Degree)

OR

Ø Mail: OHLONE COLLEGE

International Programs and Services 43600 Mission Boulevard Fremont, CA 94539-5847

U.S.A. OR

Ø Bring to the International office: Building 7, 2nd floor, Room 7217, Fremont

After sending your Application

• The International Programs and Services office will review your submitted application documents.

• After your application is complete, Ohlone College will issue you an Admission

Letter, a Form I-20 and other acceptance materials. Allow up to 10 business days to process your application.

o Transfer Applicants will receive a Transfer Letter instead of a Form I-20.

• Acceptance materials will be supplied to you in the manner you requested in the

application.

• New students, who do not have an F-1 Student Visa will use the Form I-20 to apply for their Student Visa at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate nearest to their home.

o Transfer Applicants will show the Transfer Letter to their current school,

and request a Transfer of their Form I-20 (SEVIS record) to Ohlone College. Please contact the International Programs and Services office with any questions:

Telephone: +1 510-659-6439 Web site: www.ohlone.edu/international E-mail: international@ohlone.edu