New Mexico Junior College Admission Requirements and Application Procedures

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1 Information for Prospective International Students New Mexico Junior College Admission Requirements and Application Procedures Admission Requirements Secondary Education Applicants must have completed the equivalent of an American upper secondary school education (approximately twelve years of formal education beginning at age six) and have the appropriate diplomas or satisfactory results on leaving examinations. Academic Preparation The applicant s educational background must be sufficiently strong to indicate high probability of academic success at New Mexico Junior College. English Proficiency If English is not the applicant s first language, or if English is not the official language spoken in your country, the applicant must submit results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 500 on the paper test, 173 on the computerized version, 72 on the internet-based test with a minimum score of 18 on each section on the International version. Financial Resources All international applicants are required to submit documentation verifying adequate funding to meet study and living expenses while in the United States. Proof of support includes Certification of Financial Responsibility Form completed and proof of funds available for the first year of study. Physician s Statement A physician's statement showing proof of immunization against diphtheria and tetanus within the last ten (10) years, a negative result on a tuberculosis test, and evidence of good physical and mental health is required. Health Insurance International students who attend NMJC and any dependents who may accompany them are required to have medical insurance. Application Deadlines May 1: Fall Semester (August) September 1: Spring Semester (January) February 1: Summer Session (June) Applications and all supporting credentials must be submitted by these dates. Only complete applications will be reviewed for admission. All academic records and supporting documents must be official. Required Documents 1. Completed application form 2. Evidence of English language proficiency 3. Academic records - official documents 4. Financial guarantee 5. Physician s statement 6. Health Insurance

2 Application Procedure 1. Application Form Complete and sign the application. Use the list of degree programs to help you enter your intended major. 2. English Proficiency Proof of proficiency in the English language is required for enrollment into academic programs. The following may be used as proof of proficiency: Official transcripts reflecting graduation from a US high school. Official transcripts from an accredited US college or university showing completion of 12 semester credit hours with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Official report on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 500 (paper-based), or 173 (computerized), or 72 (Internet) with a minimum score of 18 on each section on the International version. To receive information about the TOEFL, contact them by telephone ( ),or write: Educational Testing Services PO Box 6151 Princeton, NJ USA 3. Academic Records We require official copies of high school, secondary, and university transcripts. Start by having your transcript evaluated by a credentials evaluation agency, such as the World Education Service ( We will waive the WES requirement if your official transcripts are in English from an accredited school and on a fourpoint scale. 4. Financial Documents Complete and return the NMJC Certification of Financial Responsibility Form along with required supporting documentation. 5. Physician s Statement 6. Health Insurance Applications received after the deadline date will be considered for admission for the next semester. International students who wish to transfer to New Mexico Junior College from another accredited U.S. college or university must have the New Mexico Junior College International Student SEVIS Transfer Form completed by the international advisor from the previously attended institution prior to admission. International students who are interested in online classes and are not planning to come to the United States should contact admissions for requirements. If you would like this information mailed to your home or if you have questions please contact the Admissions Office. PLEASE NOTE: I-20 Statement The Immigration Form I-20 is valid up to the first day of class for the semester or summer session to which you are admitted. If you are not able to attend, you must immediately return the I-20 form to NMJC Admissions & Records. Student visa information is available at * If you want any information concerning your applicant file released to any third party, you must submit a letter of authorization directly to the International Admissions Office. This release must contain the individual's name and your signature.

3 New Mexico Junior College International Application 1. Full, Legal Name: (Last/Family) (First) (Middle) (Suffi x: Jr, etc.) Office of Admissions & Records 5317 Lovington Highway Hobbs, NM Telephone: Fax: Who should complete this application? Applicants who will require a visa in the U.S. to pursue degree studies. Who should NOT complete this application? U.S. citizens and permanent residents 2. If You Attended School Using a Different Name, Please List Name(s): 3. Date of Birth (Required): (mm/dd/yyyy) 4. Gender: Male Female 5. Country of Birth: 6. Country of Citizenship: 7. Ethnic Background: Please indicate which of the following groups best describes your ethnic background. (NMJC is required by federal law to request this information.) American Indian or Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacifi c Islander White Two or more races Hispanic 8. Are you currently in the United States? Yes No If yes, what is your immigration status? Please be aware that you may be asked for verifi cation of your current immigration status (I-20, DS-2019, I-94). F-1 J-1 H1-B Other Do you have a US Social Security Number? Canadian Insurance #: 9. Current Mailing Address: 10. International Mailing Address: (As it should appear on an envelope) 11. Address: 12. Telephone: 13. Emergency contact information: (Include name, address, and telephone number): 14. Application type: New student Readmission to NMJC Transfer from U.S. School 15. Semester and Year You Expect to Enter: Year: fall spring summer 16. Have you taken the TOEFL test? Yes Score: No 17. How did you learn about New Mexico Junior College? 18. Indicate the primary reason for attending classes at this college: Earn an associate s degree (2 year) Earn a certifi cate (less than 2 years) Earn credits for transfer 9/5/13

4 19. In chronological order, list ALL schools you have attended or are attending, including college-level correspondence study and dual credit. Include each primary, secondary, and post-secondary institution. If more space is needed, attach a separate sheet. Failure to list all institutions will be considered an intentional omission and may lead to forced withdrawal. Name of Institution Location of Institution Entering Date Month/Year Leaving Date Month/Year Name of Degree/ Certificate Diploma Obtained Date Received Certifi cation of Information Notifi cation of Rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): Information collected about you through this application may be held by any institution of higher education to which you apply. With few exceptions, you are entitled on your request to be informed about the collected information. You are entitled to receive and review the information. You are entitled to correct information held by an institution that is incorrect. You may correct information held by any institution to which you apply by contacting the institution. (See complete FERPA information on NMJC s web site.) If my application is accepted, I agree to abide by the policies, rules and regulations at any college to which I am admitted. I certify that the information on this application is complete and correct, and I understand that the submission of false information is grounds for rejection of my application, withdrawal of any offer of acceptance, cancellation of enrollment and/or appropriate disciplinary action. I authorize the college to verify the information I have provided. I agree to notify the proper offi cials of the institution of any changes in the information provided. Signature: Date: / / RELEASE OF INFORMATION I hereby give permission to New Mexico Junior College to release information concerning my student status to the following person(s): Father: Other: Mother: Sponsor: I hereby certify that the information set forth in this application is true and complete. I further understand that information and documentation provided by my sponsor or me may be made available to the Department of Immigration and Naturalization Service. Student s Signature: Date: / /

5 New Mexico Junior College International Application Degree Offerings Are you seeking a certificate or degree at NMJC? ( ) Yes Select one program only from the selection below: [ ] Associate of Arts [ ] Associate of Science Associate of Applied Science (2 year program) Automotive Technology [ ] Ford ASSET [ ] General Motors ASEP Business [ ] Accounting [ ] Entreprenuership [ ] Executive Assistant/Office Manager [ ] Management [ ] Computer Information Systems [ ] Cosmetology, Barbering [ ] Criminal Justice Energy Technology [ ] Radiological Control [ ] Nuclear Technician [ ] Alternative Energy Technician Equine [ ] Equine Industry & Business [ ] Equine Management & Training [ ] Nursing - RN [ ] Welding Certificate (1 year or less) Automotive Technology: [ ] Automotive Technology (without Co-op) Business [ ] Accounting [ ] Administrative Assistant [ ] General Management/Supervision [ ] Computer Information Systems Cosmetology [ ] Cosmetology [ ] Barbering [ ] Cosmetology Instructor Criminal Justice / Public Safety [ ] Criminal Justice Education [ ] Early Childhood [ ] Elementary Education -- Alternative Licensure Program Energy Technology [ ] Alternative Energy Technician [ ] Energy Technician [ ] Nuclear Technician [ ] Radiological Control Technician Equine [ ] Equine Business [ ] Colt Starting [ ] Basic Horsemanship [ ] Basic Advanced Horsemanship [ ] Welding

6 New Mexico Junior College Certification of Financial Responsibility This form is valid during your course of study. This form is not an application for admission, but it is required supplementary information. A form I-20 (for the issuance of the F-1 visa) cannot be issued to you until you have been admitted to New Mexico Junior College AND have completed this form to our satisfaction. We require you to certify that you will have the estimated sum to cover the expense for each and every year of study at New Mexico Junior College exclusive of travel expenses. Name (as it appears on your passport): Family (Last) Name Given (First) Name Middle Name Country of Citizenship: Date of Birth: Country of Birth: I plan to come without qualifying dependents (qualifying dependents are a spouse and/or children). The following qualifying dependents will accompany me: Name Date of Birth Country of Birth Country of Citizenship Relationship to You The applicant must document support (in U.S. dollars) equal to or greater than the amounts indicated below. These figures are the estimated costs per calendar year (12 months) and are subject to increase without notice: Tuition and Fees (24 hours per year) $1,248. Fees 1,000. Room and Board 8,492. Books and Supplies 1,000. Health Insurance Miscellaneous 2,200. Total $15,000. In computing your expenses, you should bear in mind that students holding Student (F-1) visas are authorized to work only under limited circumstances. Therefore, the applicant should not look for employment as a means of support while at NMJC. Under no circumstance are students permitted to work full-time during the academic year. If you are an applicant and plan to bring a spouse and children, a proportionately larger amount must be certified on the basis of at least an additional $5,000 per academic year for your spouse and $2,500 for each child. Spouses of F-1 student visa holders are not permitted to work under any circumstances.

7 Sources of Funds Required Verification Personal/Family Savings Signatures of sponsors are required on this form. Also required is a bank verification in a separate statement of account. The bank verification must be an original and must demonstrate the funds already available (in U.S. dollars) for the first year of study. Investment portfolios, mortgage appraisals, and similar statements are not acceptable. Scholarship Government Loans An official scholarship award letter is required from the institution awarding the scholarship. The award letter must contain: Name of applicant Amount of money available (in U.S. dollars) for each year of study Duration of the award (including beginning and ending dates) Requirements of the award Name of New Mexico Junior College as the institution to which the award is applicable An official letter indicating the amount of support and containing the same information as for Scholarship described above is required. An official letter from credit institution indicating approval of the loan and the amount approved (In U.S. dollars) is required. You are likely to need documentation to prove to the United States Consular and USCIS officials, upon entry to the U.S., that you have sufficient funds. We suggest you request additional sets of originals of your financial documents for this purpose. Source of Funds Personal Savings Name of Bank: Account Holder: Family/Relative Sponsor Name: Name: Required Verification Original bank statement/letter Original bank statement/letter Scholarship Awarded by (check one of the following): Official award letter Athletic Department Loan Other Loan approval form Government/Employer/Other Name of Sponsor: Official letter of support Official bank statements, affidavits, or sworn statement $ (in U.S. dollars) will be available for each and every year of my studies at New Mexico Junior College. This is to certify that I, the undersigned, have agreed to provide the funds indicated above to the applicant for the purpose of full-time study at New Mexico Junior College, and that I am submitting the required verification indicating the availability of these funds. Sponsor s Signature Date Relationship to Applicant Sponsor s Signature Date Relationship to Applicant This is to certify that the information given on this form is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I am fully aware that false or misleading statements will result in an automatic denial of admission. Sponsor s Signature Date Applicant s Signature Date

8 Health/Immunization Record Last Name First Name Middle Initial NMJC ID # or Social Security Number Date of Birth Citizenship New Mexico Junior College requires that applicants be immunized against diphtheria and tetanus within the past ten years, measles (2 doses unless born prior to 1957), mumps and rubella, polio (if under 18 years old) and TB skin test within the past 12 months. Proof of immunization must be provided prior to enrolling. Verification should be made by having your physician or public health official sign the form below or provide the immunization record. Date Given Vaccines (Circle) Validation (Doctor s Signature DTP / DT / Td DTP / DT / Td DTP / DT / Td DTP / DT / Td Polio Polio MMR #1 MMR #2 Measles Mumps Rubella Hepatitis B #1 Hepatitis B #2 Hepatitis B #3 Tuberculin PPD To be completed by physician: Does the individual have any health (or medical) condition which would restrict participation in college/classroom activities (include restrictions for physical activities)? Is the individual being treated for any medical conditions that would restrict participation in college/classroom activities? Physician s Signature: Date: