International Student Application
The Maricopa Community Colleges are EEO/AA Institutions
INSTRUCTIONS & REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT (F-1 VISA) ADMISSION PROCESS
Application deadline for the Fall Semester: July 1
Application deadline for the Spring Semester: November 1
Please mail:
_____ 1. THIS COMPLETED INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FORM. Please print clearly. Be sure that your name on your
application is spelled the same as your name in your passport. Write your date of birth in the USA format: Month/Day/Year.
_____ 2. PROOF OF GRADUATION FROM SECONDARY SCHOOL OR HIGHER DEGREE
a. Original or certified copies of official diploma or certificate from EACH secondary school (high school), college or university, and/or
technical school you have attended (accompanied by an official English translation).
b. PLUS: Official transcripts of grades/marks, showing date of graduation, from EACH school you have attended.
Note: If your official documents were issued in a language other than English, you must submit the official documents in the original language
and an official translation of the documents. An official translation is certified to be a precise, word-for-word English translation of the documents
that has been prepared by the issuing institution or a professional translator.
*Unofficial photocopies, faxes and email scans may be accepted on a case by case basis depending upon the documents submitted.
_____ 3. EVIDENCE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:
(waived for students whose native language is English)
Applicants who wish to enroll in an academic program at the college must present evidence of their level of English language proficiency. Any of
the methods below can be used to satisfy this requirement:
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): The applicant must attain a score of at least 500 on the paper-based
test, or 70 on the Internet-based test. The TOEFL Code for GateWay Community College is 0455.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS): The applicant must attain an overall IELTS Band Score of 5.5
or better. A minimum IELTS Individual Band Score of 5.0 in EACH module is recommended.
• STEP Eiken test (for Japanese students): Grade Pre-1 or better is required.
• Duolingo. A minimum score of 95 is required.
• Official transcripts (sent directly from the school) from a previous college or university in the United States, showing
passing grades in college/university-level courses (not including English as a Second Language).*
• Appropriate scores on Maricopa Community College’s placement tests: CELSA or ACCUPLACER.*
Please note: Regardless of TOEFL or IELTS scores, all new students are required to take placements tests upon arrival at GateWay Community
College.
*These two options may possibly be used as exceptions to the English proficiency requirement in lieu of the TOEFL or IELTS scores at the discretion of the College.
_____ 4. EVIDENCE OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT
There is NO
application fee.
a. You or your sponsor(s) must complete the Statement of Financial Support, which states that they have sufficient funds to
cover your educational and living expenses, estimated at $30,219 per year, and are willing to use this money to pay for your
academic and living expenses while you are attending GateWay Community College. Please see the Proposed Budget
information for details.
b. IMPORTANT: You or your sponsor MUST also include an ORIGINAL letter from the bank showing that the sponsor has
sufficient funds on deposit and dated within six months of the semester start date for which you are applying. Bank letters must
be on bank letterhead with an original signature that includes the contact information from the bank official who issued the letter.
We cannot accept bank letters that do not state that a balance in excess of $30,219 is available. Faxes, photocopies and internet
printouts of financial documents will not be accepted. Documents not issued in English must be accompanied by a certified
English word-for-word translation. Evidence of financial support will be required prior to issuance of the I-20 form. Please note
that the U.S. Consulate or Embassy will require another set of original financial documents when you apply for the F-1 visa.
* ORIGINAL bank statements may also be submitted if the bank is located in the U.S. Additonal documentation may be required.
The college has no scholarship or financial aid provisions for international students; therefore, students must be fully prepared to
meet the necessary financial obligations for the entire time they will be in the United States.
_____ 5. A COLOR PHOTOCOPY OF YOUR PASSPORT, showing the pages with identification information and expiration date. The passport
must be valid for at least six months. If your spouse and/or children will accompany you, please provide color photocopies of their passports too.
Additional requirements if you are applying from within the United States or previously attended another school in the U.S.:
_____ 6. A photocopy of the I-94 card in your passport or a printout of your I-94 form, which can be downloaded from the Customs and Border
Protection (CBP) website at: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/home
_____ 7. A photocopy of your current visa in your passport or copy of current approval notice of Change of Status (Notice of Action form I-797c)
_____ 8. Official transcripts from ALL previous educational institutions, sent directly from the institutions to GateWay Community College*
_____ 9. Photocopies of ALL prior SEVIS I-20 documents (if you are on an F-1 visa)
_____ 10. SEVIS Transfer Eligibility Form completed and signed by both the student and the current international student advisor/DSO.
Note: Students Under 18 Years Old
GateWay Community College requires that students who are under the age of 18 (minors) reside with a guardian in the United States. Official proof of legal
guardianship is required with the application package. (Proof of legal guardianship can include: a notarized letter that is signed by the guardian or court document.)
In the event of personal emergency, accident, illness, incarceration, etc., the State of Arizona will require the signature of a guardian before assistance such as
hospitalization, legal counsel, etc., can be offered. The college is not permitted to act in the place of the parent or guardian. The legal guardian and student will also
need to complete the Under 18 Financial Responsibility form if the student will be under the age of 18 during attendance the first semester or longer at the College.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE VERIFY THAT YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE IS COMPLETE BEFORE YOU SEND IT, AND THAT YOU HAVE
FOLLOWED ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. FAILURE TO SUBMIT DOCUMENTS AS REQUIRED WILL RESULT IN DELAY
OF THE PROCESSING OF YOUR APPLICATION. PLEASE E-MAIL IF YOU NEED CLARIFICATION OF THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS.
PLEASE SEND THE APPLICATION FORM AND ALL REQUIRED
ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS TO:
Attn: International Student Office
GateWay Community College
108 N. 40
th
St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85034 USA
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT:
Email: iso@gatewaycc.edu
DO NOT SEND BANK DOCUMENTS OR SCHOOL
CERTIFICATES BY E-MAIL AS WE REQUIRE ORIGINALS.
THANK YOU.
*Note: Official transcripts will be used to determine eligibility for admission to GateWay Community College as an F-1 international
student. If you would like to have your international transcripts reviewed for possible transfer credit, they must first be evaluated by an
approved foreign credential evaluation company. For more information on this process, please email: iso@gatewaycc.edu
The College reserves the right to request additional documentation necessary to complete the review of the submitted international admissions package.
GateWay Community College
International Student Application Form
Application Deadlines: Fall Semester: July 1
st
Spring Semester: November 1
st
Summer Semester: April 1
st
Have you
ever applied to any Maricopa Community College? ❑ Yes, please provide your Maricopa Student ID___________________ ❑ No
Personal Information
Family Name (as printed in passport):
__________________________________________________________
First Name (as printed in passport):
__________________________________________________________
Middle Name
__________________________________________________________
Former/maiden name:
__________________________________________________________
Date of Birth: Month: _______ Day: _______ Year: __________
Gender: ❑ Male ❑ Female ❑ Other
Marital Status*: ❑Married ❑ Single
Ethnicity*:
❑Asian or Pacific Islander ❑White, not of Hispanic origin
❑Black, not of Hispanic origin ❑Other
❑Hispanic
*Voluntary information used to comply with Federal Reporting and has no effect on admission
to college. This information will not be used for any discriminatory purpose.
City of Birth:
__________________________________________________________
Country of Birth:
__________________________________________________________
Country of Citizenship:
__________________________________________________________
What was the first language you spoke as a child?
__________________________________________________________
What language do you speak most often now?
_________________________________________________________
What languages were spoken in your home when you were growing up?
__________________________________________________________
Do you wish assistance with English fluency skills? ❑ Yes ❑ No
Permanent Foreign Mailing Address (in home country):
Street address: ______________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
City/Town/Village: ___________________________________________
Province/Territory/District/Region: ______________________________
Postal Code: _________ Country: ______________________________
Home Phone Number: Cell Phone Number:
___________________________ ____________________________
E-mail Addresses:
Primary: _______________________________________________________
Secondary: _____________________________________________________
United States Mailing Address (if applicable):
Street Address: _____________________________________________
Apartment or Suite Number: ___________________________________
City: ______________________________________________________
State:_______________ Postal Code:___________________________
USA Phone Number (if available): _______________________________
I am applying for admission to :
Degree Program: __________________________________________________________________________________________________
I plan to begin studying in the: ❑Fall (August-December) 20___ ❑ Spring (January-May) 20___
❑ Summer* (May - August) 20___
(*Note: New summer students must enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours.Colleges may or may not decide to start students in the summer on a case by case basis.)
Student ID Number For office use only
How did you find GateWay Community College?
❑ Internet Search ❑ College Fair
❑ Family member in Arizona ❑ Another student told me
❑ Advising Center in my home country
❑ Social Network (i.e. Facebook): Site: __________
❑ Other (please write): ___________________
If you are currently in the United States, what is your visa type?
(Example: F-1, B-1/B-2, J-1,H-4, etc) ___________________________
If F-1, what school issued the I-20?
__________________________________________________________
What school are you now attending?
__________________________________________________________
Have you applied for permanent residence(“green card”)?
❑ Yes ❑ No
Do you plan to travel outside the USA before starting your program of study
at GateWay Community College?
❑ Yes ❑ No
If yes, when:_____________________________________________
High School /Secondary School Status:
❑ High School
❑ Currently Enrolled ❑ Graduated
Name of current or last high school /secondary school attended:
______________________________________________________
City and country of high school /secondary school:
_______________________________________________________
Date of graduation: Month: _______ Day: ______ Year:________
Name of Degree Earned (in English AND in original language):
______________________________________________________
❑ GED Certificate
Month: _______ Day: ______ Year:________
Previous College (Please check highest level completed):
❑ Associate Degree ❑ No college or university
❑ Bachelor Degree ❑ Some college or university, no degree
❑ Master Degree or higher ❑ Other: _________________________
Please list ALL colleges and universities you have attended (if applicable). If
you need more space, please attach a separate page.
College/University Name:
__________________________________________________________
Location:
__________________________________________________________
Name of Degree Earned (in English AND in original language):
__________________________________________________________
(Please have all official transcripts sent directly to Gateway Community
College)
Please check one or more if you need help with them:
❑ Financial Aid ❑ Writing Skills ❑ Health Problem
❑ Finding Work ❑ Math Skills ❑ Computer Information
❑ Learning English ❑Personal Concerns ❑ Work Experience Credit
❑ Reading Skills ❑Day Care Information ❑ Learning Disability**
❑ Study Skills ❑ Physical Disability** ❑ Mentoring
❑ Other ❑ Choosing a Major or Career
**If you require assistance or accommodation to participate fully as a student, please contact
Disability Services and Resources (DSR).
Vehicle Emissions:
❑ Car meets emission standards ❑ Will not park on campus
Have either of your parents completed a Bachelor’s Degree? ❑Yes ❑No
What is your Primary Reason for attending this college?
❑ Improve my career skills ❑ Prepare for employment
❑ Learn new career skills ❑ Transfer to University/College
❑ Personal interest/Self-improvement ❑ Prepare for a career change
❑ Transfer within the Maricopa County Community College District
Educational Goals (check all that apply)
❑ Improve English ❑ Earn a Certificate
❑ Earn an Associate Degree only
❑ Earn an Associate Degree and then transfer to a university
❑ Take classes then transfer to another college /university (name below):
Name of Institution: _______________________________
Area of Study: ___________________________________
Address to which I-20 should be mailed (NOT a PO Box – we need a complete
physical address): ___________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
City/Town/Village: ___________________________________________
Province/Territory/District/Region: ______________________________
Postal Code: __________ Country: _ ____________________________
Telephone Number at Delivery Location: _________________________
Applicant Statement (Must be signed and dated by the applicant):
Information Release: Maricopa Colleges have my permission to release directory information relative to my enrollment (as per the Family Education Rights
and Privacy Act of 1974) Yes No Unanswered will be treated as “Yes”.
Please initial or check the following statements:
______ I understand that I will report to the College by the required report date as specified in my acceptance letter.
______I swear under penalty of perjury that the document(s) that I have submitted to demonstrate lawful presence in the United States are true and the information provided
on this form is true and complete.
______I certify that the answers on this application are true, correct and complete.
______If you are a student under the age of 18, additional permission will be required by a parent or guardian to enroll in courses, and accept responsibility for tuition and
fees. Prior to enrollment in classes, please contact the Admissions, Records and Registration office at the institution you are interested in attending to provide the necessary
consent.
_______I acknowledge that I have read the Maricopa Tuition and Fees Policy and the Maricopa Refund Policy. I understand that I am responsible for all tuition and fees
related to my enrollment in the Maricopa Community Colleges.
Signature ___________________________________________________________ Date __________________________________
Signature of Applicant Date (month/day/year)
Estimated Expenses for the 2023-2024 Academic Year – Undergraduate Degree Programs
The approximate cost of one academic year of study (two semesters, approximately 10 months) at the Maricopa Community Colleges is:
*The actual tuition and fee amount is based upon a full time schedule of 12 credits per semester. Therefore, the cost of tuition and fees for one
academic year would be $8,928 (tuition), plus estimated fees for two semesters.
**Housing & Living expenses will vary greatly depending on living preferences, location and other considerations. The $17,200 is intended to be a
rough estimate of costs and not a projected actual cost. Living expenses typically include: rent, utilities, transportation, food and incidental expenses.
The estimated range of housing alone can vary from $1,000 - $1,400 for a room for rent or a one-bedroom apartment per month to $2,000 or more
per month across the greater Phoenix area. For shared housing, the cost can be lower if accommodations are shared with one roommate or more or if
free accommodations are provided by family or a relative(s). Supplemental information on estimated housing and living expenses near each campus
will be provided.
*** This amount is based on the consideration that some textbooks will need to be purchased during the period of study. Other options may be
available including materials provided by instructors, and/or the option to rent some textbooks. Therefore, the actual amount may be higher or lower
than the estimated cost above.
Note: Cost and estimated expenses are subject to change without notice.
Note: Applicants will be asked to provide proof of additional funding for each accompanying dependent ($5,000 for the first person, $2,500 for
each additional dependent). A dependent is defined as the spouse or child of the F-1 student.
Please indicate how much money you will have available to you for each year of study at the Maricopa Community Colleges ($30,219
minimum):____________________________________________________________________________
Please indicate the source(s) of funds (e.g. family, personal savings, embassy, government scholarship or loan) and the amount from each source:
Source: ________________________________ Amount: ________________________________
Source: ________________________________ Amount: ________________________________
Statement of Financial Support (to be completed by financial sponsor):
This is to certify that I will provide sufficient funds to
(full legal name of financial supporter)
cover all the expenses of while he/she is enrolled as a
(full name of student)
student at one of the Maricopa Community Colleges: _________________________________________________________________
(Name of Maricopa Community College Student Is Applying To)
I understand that international students applying for a SEVIS I-20 Certificate of Eligibility from one of the Maricopa Community Colleges need
to show evidence that they will have at least $30,219 per year to cover all educational and living expenses. For your review, I am submitting
official financial documents showing that I have sufficient funds for this purpose.
I understand that I am making a commitment to the United States government and to the student, and will not expect the student to contribute
through employment, as employment is strictly controlled by U.S. law and very limited to F-1 students.
____ The above-named applicant will be residing in my house and I will provide the room and board expenses valued at $17,200.
____ Educational expenses valued at $13,019 will be provided by me. I have included my official financial document as part of the required
documentation.
Please contact me if you need more information about these arrangements.
Name: ___________________________________________________________Home Telephone: __________________________________________
Relationship to student: ______________________________________________________ Mobile Telephone: ___________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature: _________________________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________
The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin. A lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the career and technical education
programs of the District. The Maricopa County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities. For Title IX/504 concerns, call the following
number to reach the appointed coordinator: (480) 731-8499. For additional information, as well as a listing of all coordinators within the Maricopa College system, http://www.maricopa.edu/non-discrimination.
Out of State tuition rate & fees (12 credits per semester):
$9,115*
Housing & Living Expenses (off campus, 10 months):
$17,200**
Textbooks and supplies:
$1,104***
Mandatory health insurance from college
$2,800
Total:
$30,219