International Student Admissions
Welcome to Westchester Community College!
We are excited to welcome students from all around the world to join our ever-growing diverse and academic focused community.
Deadline Date:
For students applying from outside the US, completed applications are due on the following dates.
- Fall semester deadline is June 15.
- Spring semester deadline is November 1.
For students applying from within the US (transfer or change of status), completed applications are due on the following dates.
- Fall semester deadline is July 1st.
- Spring semester deadline is November 15th.
Our admissions team will be here to guide you step by step throughout the admissions process. Applications take typically 2-3 weeks to review, please allow yourself sufficient time if you are applying for an F-1 visa.
Note: Health Professions Applicants
Applicants who are interested in applying to our health professions programs which include Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Care and Veterinary Technology must first apply to Health Studies program to complete prerequisite coursework first.
Information about the admission requirements for each of the health professions is available on the college website. It is encouraged that you attend one of our nursing information sessions to learn more.
How do I Apply to Westchester Community College?
To apply to WCC we require that you complete all the following.
✓ APPLY NOW
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✓ Admissions fee payment of $50.00
If you are having difficulty paying application fees online you must:
Mail non-refundable $50.00 check or money order together with the front page of your application form directly to:
Westchester Community College
c/o Office of Admissions
International Student Services
75 Grasslands Road, Valhalla NY 10595
In the memo: Clearly print your name
Proof of academics can be in the form of High School Transcripts or Diploma / National or State Results (if applicable)
✓ High School Transcript
High School transcripts do not need to be evaluated by an evaluation service for admissions. However, if the document is not in English, it must be translated English. Both the original and English translations are required.
✓ High School Diploma
If your high school diploma is not in English, it must be to translated English. Both the original and English translations are required.
✓ External Examination Results
CSEC, GCE A-Levels, IGCSE / O-Level , Abitur, Baccalauréat , CBSE / ISC Exams, WAEC / NECO Exams
✓ College/University Transcript (if applicable)
College/University transcripts from a foreign institution that you would like to receive transfer credits, the transcript must be official evaluated by a Foreign Credit Evaluator. Once received submit all official transcripts to the registrar office at: [email protected].
✓ Proof of English Proficiency
Although an English proficiency test score is not required for admission, it is highly recommended that students submit a passing test score. Students who do not submit a passing test score can be accepted only into a Language Training Program and conditionally accepted into a degree or Pathway program. Without proof of English proficiency, students are encouraged to take one of our campus placement tests. You will be referred to our ELI department for scheduling. Students cannot be accepted directly into a degree program without one of the following:
| Exam Type | Passing Score |
| TOEFL (Internet-based) | 61 or higher |
| TOEFL (Computer-based) | 173 or higher |
| TOEFL (Paper-based) | 500 or higher |
| IELTS | 6 or higher |
| Duolingo | 90 or higher |
✓ Copy of Bio Page of Passport
✓ Copy of Driver’s License (if appliable)
EMAIL ALL DOCUMENTS TO: [email protected]
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact the International Student Services office at: 914-606-6700 or email [email protected]