International Student Services FAQs
ISS FAQs
No, but it is strongly recommended that students submit an English proficiency exam score. Without proof of English proficiency, your I-20 will be issued for an English Language program or Pathway Program, not a degree program. A Pathway Program is a combination of part-time ESL and part-time credit classes.
For students applying from abroad, the deadline is June 15th for fall semester and November 1st for spring semester. For students applying from within the U.S., the deadline is July 1st for the fall semester and November 15th for the spring semester.
To submit an application to the office of international student services’ admissions office you can visit www.sunywcc.edu/international-admissions and click on apply now.
A sponsor who is in the U.S. should submit a recent pay stub. A sponsor from outside the U.S. can submit a letter from their employer. The letter should include annual income and needs to be in English or translated into English. If a sponsor is retired, they should submit proof of retirement income.
If it is in another language, it needs to be translated by an official translation service. You should submit a copy of both the original and the translation. It does not need to be evaluated.
Allow approximately 2 weeks to process your application and prepare your form I-20. If your application is not complete, it will take longer to process and prepare.
Yes, an application fee is required in the admissions process.
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 full name and Student ID (if applicable)
International students are required to take at least 12 credits every fall and spring semester. 9 credits must be in person.Summer semester is optional.
No, students need to submit immunization records to the Health Office directly. IMM forms
Yes, students need to take a placement test in English and math.
After taking the placement test and submitting your immunization records, students schedule an appointment with the International Student Advisor for academic advising and course registration.
Fall tuition is due mid-August and spring tuition is due early January. Check the website for exact dates as they change each semester.
Yes, you can break the tuition into five equal payments. There is a $50 fee to enroll in the payment plan. Students can enroll in the plan on their MyWCC portal.
Yes, you should submit the entire application and the Transfer Recommendation Form.