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Thank you for your interest in Columbia Basin College (网赌正规真人实体在线平台)! 网赌正规真人实体在线平台 is a fully accredited college located in the northwest region of the United States. Our main campus is in the city of Pasco in southeastern Washington State.

As an international student, you would be attending 网赌正规真人实体在线平台 on an F-1 visa working towards earning one of our Associate in Arts & Sciences (AA/DTA) degrees, an Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T) degree, or an or Associate in Applied Science Transfer (AAS-T) degree so that you can transfer to a four-year university. You may also choose from the eligible degree options below for Associate in Applied Science (AAS) and Bachelor in Applied Science (BAS) degrees. However, these degrees are not designed for transfer, although some classes may be accepted for transfer by four-year institutions.

• International student admissions requirements

  At 网赌正规真人实体在线平台, we understand international admissions can be complicated, but we’re here to help YOU through the application process!

  International student admissions application

  Includes the following items:

  • International Student Admission Application
  • Certificate of Financial Responsibility
  • Affidavit of Support (if applicable)

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  Official language proficiency scores

  At 网赌正规真人实体在线平台, we accept TOEFL, IELTS and STEP language proficiency exams. These exams are required if English is not your native language, and there are minimum scores. Have your official scores sent directly to 网赌正规真人实体在线平台!

  TOEFL (网赌正规真人实体在线平台's code: 4077)
  Minimum Score: 59 internet-based (iBT)

  IELTS
  Minimum Score: 5.5 combined score with a score of 5 or higher in both reading and writing. 

  STEP/EIKEN
  Minimum Score: Grade Pre-1

  Copy of your high school diploma

  Please provide a copy of your high school diploma.

  Official college/university transcripts (if applicable)

  Have you attended any other colleges or universities? Submit copies of your official transcripts translated into English and evaluated on a course-by-course basis by a NACES® member certified translation agency from all previous colleges and/or universities.

  Are you transferring from another college/university in the US?

  Please also submit:

  • College/university transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable with your admissions application, and official transcripts will be required upon acceptance)

  • Photocopies of all previously issued I-20 forms

  • 网赌正规真人实体在线平台 F-1 Transfer-In Form (after acceptance to 网赌正规真人实体在线平台)

    • SEVIS requires a US address when your transfer is processed. When you submit the transfer form, please be sure to share the physical address in Washington state you’ll be living at while you’re studying at 网赌正规真人实体在线平台. You'll attend classes in person as an F1 student, so you'll want to be sure this address is within driving distance of campus.

  Housing

  You're responsible for obtaining your own housing during your studies at 网赌正规真人实体在线平台. You are not required to live on campus, but you will need to find a place to stay within driving distance of the College in Washington state, so we encourage you to plan ahead.

  Interested in student housing? Here at 网赌正规真人实体在线平台, we offer a three-story student apartment housing facility, Sunhawk Hall, across the street from the Pasco campus. For more information, visit the Student Housing website.

  Rooms can fill quickly, so we encourage you to apply early if you’re considering campus housing!

  If you’re a new international applicant completing the Student Housing Application, you won’t yet have your SID number or 网赌正规真人实体在线平台 email. Don’t worry, you can still apply! Just enter “F1” in both the SID Number and 网赌正规真人实体在线平台 email fields when you fill out your application.

• Application deadlines

  You’ll want to submit your admissions application by the following dates:

  Quarter You'd Like to Start Attending 网赌正规真人实体在线平台:	Application Deadline:	Approximate Quarter Start:
  Summer	March 1	Late June
  Fall	July 1	Late September
  Winter	October 1	Early January
  Spring	January 1	Early April

   

• Eligible degree options

  Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree (AA/DTA)

  Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree (AA/DTA)

  Associate in Arts & Sciences in Business (AA/DTA/MRP)

  Associate in Arts & Sciences in Math Education (AA/DTA)

  Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T)

  Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T1)
  Biology/Environmental Science/Chemistry/Geology/Earth Sciences

  Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T2)
  Engineering/Computer Science/Physics/Atmospheric Sciences

  Associate in Applied Science - Transfer (AAS-T)

  This is an special admissions program.  So if you state this as your intended degree, your I-20 will reflect the Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree (AA/DTA) initially. Then when you're accepted to the program, we’ll issue you an updated I-20.

  Associate in Applied Science - Transfer in Nursing (ADN)

  Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

   

  Associate in Applied Science in Cyber Security (AAS)

  Associate in Applied Science in Software Development (AAS)

  Bachelors in Applied Science (BAS)

  These are special admissions programs. So if you state one of these as your intended degree, your I-20 will reflect the Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree (AA/DTA) initially. Then when you're accepted to the program, we’ll issue you an updated I-20.

  Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Security (BAS)

  Bachelor of Applied Science in Software Development (BAS)

• Submission location

  Please submit your completed International Student Admissions Application with the additional documents listed in person or by US mail to the address below. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed until all documents have been received.

  International Student Program 
  Columbia Basin College 
  2600 North 20th Ave. MS-H4
  Pasco, WA 99301-3379 
  USA

• Finances

  As an international student, you’re required to pay international tuition rates for each term of study, no matter how long you stay in Washington State. As required by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), you must provide evidence of financial responsibility for the entire length of time you’re planning to study, as you’re not eligible for financial assistance. 

  Opportunities for on-campus employment are extremely limited, and under an F-1 visa, you’re not eligible to work off campus except in some very special circumstances. You should assume no money or employment is available from the College while you’re attending 网赌正规真人实体在线平台.

• Insurance

  All international students are required to have health insurance. You may purchase insurance through Washington State Colleges or provide proof of equivalent insurance from your country.

• Registration and grade requirements

  网赌正规真人实体在线平台 has four quarters that you may choose to begin attending in: fall, winter, spring, and summer*.
  
  Your visa requires that you’re enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits each quarter within your designated degree (course of study) and maintain a 2.0 GPA. No more than one online class (ARR) is allowed per quarter. In addition, any classes taken above the 12 credit requirement may be considered unrelated and don't have to meet degree requirements.
  
  Please note, during your summer vacation quarter* you're not required to take classes, as it will be your only quarter off. However, if you choose to take classes during your summer vacation quarter they don't have to be within your degree requirements.

  *International students are allowed to take one quarter off per academic year, so 网赌正规真人实体在线平台 has designated summer quarter as your vacation quarter. If you're interested in starting summer quarter, please note the vacation quarter doesn't apply to your first quarter.

• What happens after you get accepted to 网赌正规真人实体在线平台?

  You'll be issued an acceptance letter

  You'll be issued an acceptance letter with specific dates and items that need to be completed.

  You'll be issued an I-20

  • You'll be issued an I-20 for application to the Immigration and Naturalization Service for F-1 student status visa.
    • Pay your I-901 SEVIS Fee to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
    • Apply for your visa at a US consulate or embassy before you leave for the US.
    • Travel to the US and at the port of entry a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer will verify your information.

  Arrive in Washington state

  Arrive in Washington state by the date specified in your acceptance letter, which is approximately two weeks prior to the start of the quarter. Please note, you may enter the US up to 30 days before the first day of the quarter.

  Be prepared to complete the following steps when you arrive

  More details will be provided in your acceptance letter.

  • Receive your Student ID (SID) number.
  • Take Placement (self-assessment taken online prior to arrival).
  • Receive your updated I-20.
  • Provide your passport and I-94.
  • Meet with your International Student academic advisor for orientation and to register for classes.

  Pay tuition and attend classes

  You'll pay tuition on a quarterly basis after you've registered for classes.

• Talk with your DSO First

  As an F-1 student studying in the US, your DSO should be the first person you talk with if you have any questions regarding the requirements of your stay. It’s very important to be sure you’re in compliance with your visa, and we’re here to help!

  Contact your 网赌正规真人实体在线平台 DSO if you are planning to do any of the following:

  • Move to a new address or change your phone number
  • Travel outside the US
  • Change your major, program, or degree
  • Complete your degree
  • Register for your last quarter at 网赌正规真人实体在线平台
  • Request a transfer to a new school
  • Request an authorized early withdrawal due to extenuating circumstances 
  • Request a program extension
  • Make any other change or request that would affect your visa status - if you’re not sure, ask!

• Contact us

  Contact the International Student program with questions.