Curriculum Information2008-09 Catalog Archive (Archived August 21, 2008)
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International Students
We believe that the presence of international students on campus enriches the educational environment for all students. The College is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students on "F-1" student visas.
Application Deadlines
The International Application for Admission and all supporting documents must be received in the Admissions Office by June 1 for a fall semester start and November 1 for a spring semester start.
Application Requirements
- International Application [online form] [printable form (PDF)]
- Application Fee – $50 (check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, or wire transfer). If you apply online, you must pay by credit card.
- Transcripts – Official copies, in English, of all educational transcripts (high school and postsecondary academic records and diplomas from universities/colleges in the U.S. or other country, if applicable); no faxed copies accepted.
- Financial Guarantee (or Affidavit of Support) – Certification that the student/sponsor has available funds to cover the yearly (nine months) cost of education and living expenses in the U.S.; must send originals; no faxed copies accepted.
- Proof of English language proficiency – Required for applicants whose native language is not English.
English Language Proficiency
It is the student's responsibility to prove he/she has the competency to read, write, and understand the English language. Proof of English language proficiency can be provided through any of the following:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores of 500 (173 computer based or 61 Internet based) or better; TOEFL scores must be originals, sent directly from Educational Testing Services to Penn College (ID# 2989)
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) band score of 5.5 or higher
- Completion of an English composition course equivalent to ENL 111 with a 'C' grade (2.0) or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university
- Completion of one year of academic (not English preparatory) course work (24 credits) with a 'C' average (2.0) or higher; completed within a 12-month period at an accredited U.S. college or university
- SAT verbal score of 450 or higher
- Verification that the student is from a country where English is an official language, and the student’s language of instruction in school was English
Additional Requirements
Students who are currently studying in the U.S. must also supply the following:
- Copies of current I-20, Passport, I-94 & Visa
- Permission to Transfer Form (to be completed by your current International Student Adviser)
Students who wish to transfer from another college must supply university/college course descriptions or course catalog (in English). Often the syllabus for each class is needed. If transferring credits (from A-level or college courses) send transcript to:
World Education Services, Inc. (WES)
PO Box 745, Old Chelsea Station
New York, NY 10113-0745
Phone: (212) 966-6311
Fax: 212.922.6395
E-mail: info@wes.org
website: www.wes.org
For additional information on required documentation, health-related requirements, etc., consult the International Programs website.