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International Student Application
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
International Student Application
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

Administration of Justice
                                                              Philosophy
American Sign Language and Deaf Studies
                                                              Physics
Anthropology
                                                              Psychology
Art
                                                              Social Science
Biology
                                                              Social Justice
Biotechnology
                                                              Sociology
Broadcasting
                                                              Spanish
Business Administration
                                                              Studio Arts
Business Supervision / Management
                                                              System Administrator
Chemistry
                                                              Theatre Arts
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
International Student Application
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 $100 application 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
           Copy of Duolingo, TOEFL or IELTS Score Report (original is not required)
               •   TOEFL: Minimum 57 score on the Internet-based Test. The Ohlone College ETS code is 4579
               •   IELTS: Minimum 5.5 score
               •   Duolingo: Minimum 95 score

            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. No English Proficiency score required! 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).
International Student Application
International Student Application
I am applying to enter
Ohlone College:                                                  Summer Term
                                  Spring Semester              (Only ELI Students                Fall Semester
                                                              admitted for Summer)
Year: 20______
    English Language Institute (ELI) Student: Check here if you DO NOT have a passing English Test Score and
      would like to begin in our ELI program with Conditional Admission to your program of study

                                                Choose a Program of Study (major) from the list on Page 2
                                                (ELI students choose the Program they would like to study after
_____________________________________
                                                completion of ELI)
 Program of Study
I am currently in:  My home country                 America

                                                                              Do you want to Change your Status to
If currently in America, what type of Visa do you hold? __________
                                                                              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)
                          Street Address, include any room, building or apartment numbers

                          City                 State or                         Country         Postal Code
                                               Province
  Address in USA:
  (only required for
  transfer applicants)

                          City                                State                             Zipcode

  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:
International Student Application
EDUCATION
  Transcripts translated into English will be requested when student arrives. List the most recent schools first.
                           Name of School                  Location                 Dates of Attendance         Did You
                                                          City, Country         Month/Year, to Month/Year      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           Duolingo          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
Your acceptance materials, including your I-20 and acceptance letter will be emailed to you.

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 $24,500 for Degree Studies or $30,300
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 $24,500 for Degree Studies or $30,300 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
                                                Ohlone Degree Studies       English Language Institute
Estimated Expenses                               (2 semesters, 9 Months)      (3 sessions, 12 Months)
Tuition and Fees                                          $9,750                       $12,500
Books and Supplies                                          $400                          $200
Health Insurance                                          $1,650                        $1,900
Room and Meals                                           $10,000                       $12,000
Other expenses (transportation, expenses, etc.)           $2,700                        $3,700

TOTAL                                                                              $24,500                                $30,300
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 send a copy of each dependent's passport to international@ohlone.edu.

                                         Statement of Financial Obligation
Check One:
    I, the student, will be Self-Supporting (using my own funds to finance my education.)
    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)             Parent          Other relative            Friend              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 $100 Application fee. This fee is 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

Signature of Credit Card holder: ______________________________________________

 Office use only: Student ID _______________                        Term:_____________                 Amount:_________________________
Please send your Application by:
        Email: international@ohlone.edu (Preferred method)
         In the subject line state: Applicant Name, Start Term, & Program (ELI or Degree)

           OR

        Mail:                   OHLONE COLLEGE
                           International Programs and Services
                                 43600 Mission Boulevard
                                 Fremont, CA 94539-5847
                                          U.S.A.
           OR
        Bring to the International office: Building 7, 2nd floor, Room 7217, Fremont
         Campus

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
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