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International Student Application Packet
Web Address: http://www.scc.losrios.edu/international/admission/
E-mail:intlctr@scc.losrios.edu
Telephone: (916) 558-2486
International Student Center Team:
Mayra Jimenez, International Admission
Minh Tran, International Admission
Pre-Admission Information Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Call or email to schedule an appointment.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
(All Non-English documents must be accompanied by an English translation.)
Step 1: Complete Sacramento City College Online Application
• A social security number is not required to complete the online application. Click “Create an Account” on the general California
Community College online Application, then select Sacramento City College. Once you complete and submit the online application,
you will receive an e-mail with a confirmation number via e-mail (or you can see it on your account).
• Email application confirmation page and passport photo bio-demographic copy to intlctr@scc.losrios.edu.
Step 2: Submit required documents listed below to [email protected]:
All non-English documents must be translated into English. Submit all documents at once in PDF format.
1. F-1 Student Data Form (must be typed)
2. Evidence of English Proficiency (no more than 2 years old). One of the following:
a. Official TOEFL Score: 60 iBT, 500 ITP, or 6.5 Essentials. Visit TOEFL website for test centers, dates, and
fees. Use SCC institutional code: #4670.
b. IELTS test result of 6.0 minimum
c. STEP Eiken (Score: 2A) Japan
d. PTE – Pearson Test of English: minimum score of 39
e. Official U.S college transcript showing successful completion of college-level English course (determined by
SCC)
3. Proof of financial support: An official bank letter verifying at least $42,000 USD for one year of study. $6,000 USD is
required for each dependent if applicable. If you have a U.S sponsor, submit Form I-134, Declaration of Financial
Support and supporting documents. An original bank letter issued within 3 months of the application deadline is
required.
4. Proof of Educational History:
a. Copy of high school diploma and official high school transcripts. (If you are in your final year of high school,
request a signed letter from your Principal certifying your expected graduation month, date, and year.)
b. Official college transcripts (if applicable). Overseas college transcripts must be evaluated by the National
Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators,
Inc. (AICE).
5. $50 USD non-refundable application fee. After all the above documents are submitted, ISC will contact you for online
payment.
8. Verification of F-1 Status Form must be completed by you and signed by your International Advisor PDSO/DSO.
9. Copy of most recent I-94 and VISA.
10. Copy of your current SEVIS Form I-20 and all previous Form I-20.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
New Students Outside of the US:
Transfer Students (F-1 students in the U.S. with active status):
Fall semester (August – December): May 1st
Fall semester (August – December): June 1st
Spring semester (January – May): November 1
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Spring semester (January – May): November 15th
Sacramento City College is authorized under the Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to enroll non-immigrant students www.ice.gov/sevis.
TRANSFER-IN F-1 STUDENTS who have been attending school in the U.S. are required to submit the additional items #8-10 below.
Pre-enrollment Requirements:
Health Insurance - submit to International Student Center with coverage information. Purchase SCC insurance at https://jcbins.com/
Tuberculosis Test - contact International Student Center.
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GUIDED SELF-PLACEMENT: IT IS RECOMMENDED FOR ALL NEW STUDENTS. The Guided Self-Placement model will
determinate the best starting ESL/English and Math level. It would provide useful information for planning a course of study at Sacramento
City College. Visit https://scc.losrios.edu/admissions/placement for more information. See academic counselor to discuss Self-Placement
results.
CLASS SCHEDULE & CATALOG: Only available online. The information contained in the catalog is advisory only and does not
constitute a contractual agreement by the college or guarantee that course content will be strictly followed or fulfilled. The Board of Trustees
and the Administration of the Los Rios Community College District reserve the right to change at any time, without notice, academic
requirements to graduate, curriculum course content and structures, and such other matters as may be within their control, notwithstanding
any information set forth in this catalog. (Source: SCC Catalog)
COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS OVERSEAS: SCC does not evaluate foreign transcripts nor is credit granted for foreign coursework.
Students
with a degree (AA/AS, BA/BS, or higher) from a college outside the United States must have their foreign transcript evaluated by a
member of
the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.
(AICE); these
are independent agencies that charge a fee. Request a "course by course" or "subject by subject" evaluation.
HEALTH INSURANCE: All international students are required to have health insurance that covers them while living/studying in the U.S.
F-1 international student can purchase health insurance through Los Rios Community College District (recommended provider) available at:
https://jcbins.com/ OR show proof of comparable plan (coverage details and dates). Health care is extremely expensive and there are no free
medical facilities. Before you leave your country, please see a doctor to get a medical checkup. A “hold” will be placed in your record if you
fail to show proof of health insurance. “Travel insurance” plans are not acceptable.
HOUSING INFORMATION: It is the student's responsibility to find housing in the U.S.. SCC/ISC does not provide housing or housing
family for F-1 international students. However, we may have information about privately owned apartments/businesses that might be helpful.
Contact ISC if needed.
TRANSPORTATION: SCC has a light rail station and a bus stop on campus. Universal Transit Pass (UTP) allows eligible students to use
Regional Transit bus and light rail services at a lower price. Enrolled students can pay the UTP fee online. Bus and light rail route information
is available at www.sacrt.com, 321-BUSS (2877), or TDD 483-HEAR (4327). You can commute to SCC from most areas of Sacramento. Take
advantage of this great opportunity to help reduce air pollution and save on gas money, campus parking fees, and wear and tear on your car.
• Amtrak Train: for Capitol Corridor, call (877) 974-3322; for all other stations, call (800) 872-7245 www.amtrak.com.
• Greyhound Bus Terminal, Seventh and L Streets, 95814; (800) 231-2222 www.greyhound.com.
• Airport Shuttle Service (blue van charges by zip code) Sacramento https://www.supershuttle.com/
APPLICATION REVIEW PROCESS: Once all required documents have been reviewed, ISC will contact you with the final decision. The
application review takes up to three weeks. If you are currently in F-1 visa status and transferring to SCC from an institution within the U.S.,
do not request your SEVIS record to be released to SCC until you receive an admission letter from our office.
HELPFUL TIPS: It is advisable to submit a complete packet a month before the deadline to allow enough time to schedule an F-1 visa
interview. Once admitted, to ensure the availability of the 12 units required to maintain status, you can arrange an appointment by phone, e-
mail, or video conference, while overseas, with an academic counselor for class suggestions. This will allow you to register for classes prior to
arriving in the United States. Contact ISC for details (916) 558-2486.
ESTIMATED MINIMUM EXPENSES FOR SINGLE STUDENT
(Based upon 24 units for one academic year or two semesters)
Tuition ($480* per unit)
$11,520.00
Health Insurance and Health Services Fees (mandatory/cost varies)
$1,942.00
Books and Personal Living Expenses (variable)
$28,538.00
Total
$42,000.00
*Subject to increase without prior notice. All tuition fees are subject to change upon approval by College Board of Trustees, the Chancellor,
and California legislature. F-1 students are required to take twelve (12) units per semester. Summer session is optional. Withdrawal (W) or
Excused Withdrawal (EW) does not count towards 12 units to maintain the F-1 status.
Financial Aid: There is NO financial aid available to F-1 students. However, scholarships offered by SCC and other outside agencies are
available to qualified F-1 student. Check SCC Scholarships for qualifications.
