International Student Admission Application Packet

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2016-2017 International Student Admission Application Packet Complete and return packet, along with all supporting documentation and admission fee to: Mail: Blue Mountain Community College, Attn: International Admissions 2411 NW Carden, Pendleton, OR 97801 Email: admissons@bluecc.edu Fax: 541-278-5871 You must return the items in BOLD below with your application: Welcome and Introduction Letter Admission Requirements Estimated Expenses List of Certificate/Degree Programs International Student Application Checklist International Student Application for Admission International Statement of Financial Responsibility Statement of Understanding and Academic Agreement Insurance Coverage Statement/ Accident and Health Insurance Information APPLICATION DEADLINES Term Classes Begin Application Deadline Fall 2016 September 26, 2016 July 28, 2016 Winter 2017 January 9, 2017 November 4, 2016 Spring 2017 April 3, 2017 January 27, 2017 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 1 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

Director of Enrollment Services Phone: 1.541.278.5757 2411 NW Carden, P.O Box 100 Fax: 1.541.278.5871 Pendleton, OR 97801 admissions@bluecc.edu Thank you for your interest in attending Blue Mountain Community College! The college is a regionally accredited, public community college located in Pendleton, Oregon. The Pendleton campus is located on a scenic 140-acre hilltop site that includes a 100-acre farm. The campus overlooks Pendleton, a city of 16,800 residents, located 210 miles east of Portland and nearly equidistant from Seattle, Spokane, and Boise. We serve approximately 11, 000 students each year and offer two-year degrees and one year certificates in a wide range of academic and occupational programs. International students must be enrolled full-time (12 credits or more) for three of the four quarters during the school year and be admitted to one of the programs. All courses are taught in English. A TOEFL score of at least 97 on the internet-based test (ibt) is required for admission to the college. Students whose native language is English will not be required to submit TOEFL scores. However, they must have the ability to benefit from instruction based on scores from the COMPASS placement assessments. Some public transportation is available to the Pendleton campus, however, students must arrange for their own transportation to school. The college does not have dormitory facilities. Housing arrangements must be made by the student. There are a variety of housing options available in the area. International students must provide a financial statement indicating that they are capable of meeting the tuition and fees costs for the academic school year plus room, board, and living expenses. Health insurance is not provided by the college. Please see the Accident and Health Insurance Information page of this packet. Students that plan to participate in one or more sport will be required to provide proof of immunization (type of immunizations will vary based on program or sport participating in). In compliance with state and federal laws, it is the policy of the Blue Mountain Community College Board of Education and School District that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Vice President of Student Affairs at Blue Mountain Community College, 2411 N.W. Carden, Pendleton, OR 97801, 150 Morrow Hall, Phone 541-278-5796 or TDD 541-278-2174. Persons having questions about or requests for special needs and accommodation should contact the Health and Wellness Resource Center Coordinator at Blue Mountain Community College, 2411 N.W. Carden, Pendleton OR 97801, Phone 541-278-5965 or TDD 541-278-2174. Contact should be made 72 hours in advance of the event. We appreciate your interest in Blue Mountain Community College. To apply for admission, please complete and return this application and supporting documents by the deadlines listed. We look forward to welcoming you as a new/returning student! Sincerely, Theresa Bosworth Theresa Bosworth, Director of Enrollment Services/Registrar 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 2 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS To be considered for admission all F-1 or M-1 visa applicants must: 1. Be pursuing a one-year certificate or two-year degree from Blue Mountain Community College. a. Submit a completed BMCC 2016-2017 International Student Admission Application Packet. The name on your application must be the same as what is listed on your passport. b. Degree program is one that BMCC offers. c. Form is signed by the applicant. 2. Photocopy of passport page(s) showing name, date of birth, passport number and expiration date. 3. If under 18 years old, provide proof of high school completion equivalent to that of U.S. high schools. Information must be translated into English. The cost of having the translation done is the responsibility of the applicant. a. Transcripts must be received in sealed envelopes, contain the proper signatures, date and institutional seals to be considered official. 4. Have your TOEFL score sent directly from ETS to BMCC, institution code 4025 www.ets.org/toefl/ Scores are valid for two years from date of test. NOTE: Students from areas that English is their native language will not be required to submit TOEFL scores, however, must have the ability to benefit from instruction based on the scores from the Compass or Accuplacer assessments using the Federal Title IV aid standards. a. Be sure to include BMCC s institution code on the test. b. Minimum acceptable scores at BMCC are: International TOEFL score of at least 97 on the Internet Based Test-iBT 5. Original financial documents showing the equivalent of a minimum of U.S.D. Affidavit of Support from a U.S. citizen or permanent resident or a combination of the two showing the equivalent of a minimum of USD $24,875.00 for the 2016-17 academic school year (September 2016 June 2017). a. Financial documents may include a bank statement or an Affidavit of Support from a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident or a combination of the two. All bank documents must be dated within the last six months. b. Bank statements may be in any currency. For currency conversion, see www.xe.com/ucc/full.shtml 6. Financial statement signed by sponsor. (Student signs if they have their own money). 7. Proof of current medical insurance coverage. ESTIMATED EXPENSES Tuition and fees rates are estimates and may change from term to term. These rates are estimates only based on taking 15 credits per term. Per Term Academic Year (3 Terms) Tuition and fees $ 4,628.00 $13,814.00 Housing, food, clothing 2,875.00 8,625.00 Books and supplies 346.00 1,038.00 Misc. and personal 466.00 1,398.00 Total $ 8,315.00 $24,875.00 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 3 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

2016-17 LIST OF ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATE AND TWO-YEAR DEGREE PROGRAMS Associate of Arts-Oregon Transfer (AAOT) Associate of Science (AS) Associate of General Studies (AGS) Associate of Science Oregon Transfer/Business (ASOT/BUS) Associate of Science Oregon Transfer/Computer Science (ASOT/CS) Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Accounting Technology Administrative Office Professional Administrative Office Professional: Legal Administrative Office Professional: Medical Agriculture Business Agriculture Production Agriculture Production: Crops Agriculture Production: Livestock Business Administration Business Administration: Hospitality & Gaming Business Administration: Leadership and Service Business Administration: Web Development Construction Trades, General Apprenticeship Criminal Justice Diesel Technology Early Childhood Education Electrician Apprenticeship Technologies Fire Science Technology Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology Apprenticeship Mechatronics: Industrial Automation Technology Nursing (competitive entry program) Paraeducator Precision Irrigated Agriculture One Year Certificate Accounting Technician Administrative Office Professional: Office Assistant Administrative Office Professional: Medical Office Assistant Construction Trades, General Apprenticeship Construction Trades General Apprenticeship Data Center Technician Dental Assisting Technician Drafting Technician Early Childhood Education Electrician Apprenticeship Technologies Electrician Apprenticeship Technologies Emergency Medical Technician Hospitality, Tourism and Management Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology Apprenticeship Paraeducator Precision Irrigation Retail Management Veterinary Assistant 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 4 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION CHECKLIST Name (as it appears on your passport) Date Country of Birth Country of Citizenship Academic Program All educational records and financial guarantees must be documents that are certified or validated. Uncertified or invalidated photocopies will not be accepted. STUDENTS APPLYING FOR ADMISSION TO BLUE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT MUST COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ADMISSION Before you submit your application for admission, be sure you have done the following: International Student Application for Admission International Student Financial Statement with verifying bank statements International Official Certification of Sources and Funds form International Insurance Coverage statement (must provide proof of insurance before first day of term) International Student Academic Agreement form Official transcript verifying completion of high school and other U.S. college transcripts Documentation of TOEFL score of at least 97 on internet-based test (IBT) or 550 on paperbased test (PBT). Scores must be sent directly to the college Prospective students must pay a $200 SEVIS Form I-901 fee before going to the U.S. embassy or consulate for the visa interview. This $200 fee can be paid by credit card via the internet at: www.fmjfee.com If you want to submit your Form I-901 only, go to the SEVIS webpage at www.ice.gov/sevis/i901 where there is a link to a PDF version of the form that you can download, print, and mail. TRANSFER STUDENTS ONLY In addition to the items listed above you must complete and submit: Blue Mountain Community College Transfer Verification form signed by your international advisor if transferring from another U.S. college or university. I-20 from current school and all previous I-20 F-1 visa or M-1 visa The above documentation must be completed and received by the application due dates listed on Page 1. Applicants will be notified by mail regarding admission status. Admission will be based on your total academic record, English language fluency, and information provided with your application. 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 5 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION- Page 1 To apply for admission to Blue Mountain Community College, complete, sign, and return this form along with your application materials to: BMCC, Attn: International Student Admissions. Contact the Director of Enrollment Services at admissions@bluecc.edu for information on limited enrollment programs, admission requirements for specific programs, or for the status of your application. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Name Last (Family Name) First Middle Previous Name If you have been living in the U.S., do you have a Social Security Number? No Yes if yes, SSN* *Please read the BMCC SSN Disclosure Statement. Leave blank if you don t have a number. Permanent Address (In Your Home Country) Country Postal/Zip Code Phone Number (Include Country Code) Country of Citizenship Country of Birth U.S. Mailing Address City State Zip U.S. Phone Number @ Email Address AGE DATE OF BIRTH SEX Male Female HIGH SCHOOL OR COLLEGES ATTENDED LOCATION GRADE COMPLETED LAST DATE ATTENDED DATE GRADUATED Is English your primary language? No Yes *Minimum of 97 on internet-based test (ibt). * TOEFL Test taken? No Yes TOEFL Score* Date I wish to enroll for: Fall Term 2015 Winter Term 2016 Spring Term 2016 I-20 ID Number Visa Type Date Visa Issued_ Date Visa Expires I am financed by I plan to earn the following certificate/degree: College Transfer Career Technical I expect to complete this certificate/degree by: / (MONTH/YEAR) After completion, I intend to: Return to my home country Transfer to another college I certify that all statements on this application are complete and true. I also understand that if I am admitted and do not enroll for the term to which I am admitted, I will need to reapply for admission; BMCC Placement test scores must be on file in Director of Enrollment Services office before I enroll for classes at BMCC; Submitted materials will not be returned and/or duplicated. Signature Date 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 6 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION- Page 2 Fathers information Name Address Living Deceased Phone Friends/Relatives in U.S.A Name Address Phone Name Address Phone Emergency Contact in Home Country Name Address Phone Emergency Contact in U.S.A. Name Address Phone Financial Sponsor If Applicable Name Address Phone 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 7 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

INTERNATIONAL STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY A. REQUIRED FINANCIAL RESOURCES Estimated costs for a single student living independentaly are listed below. These estimates are subject to change without notice, and the student should anticipate possible adjustments in expenses. These rates are estimates only based on taking 15 credits per term. Per Term Academic Year (3 Terms) Tuition and fees $ 4,628.00 $13,814.00 Housing, food, clothing 2,875.00 8,625.00 Books and supplies 346.00 1,038.00 Misc. and personal 466.00 1,398.00 Total $ 8,315.00 $24,875.00 * Fees include but are not limited to: $18 per term universal fee, $3.00 per credit hour Associated Student Government fee, $9 per credit tech fee, $35 one-time first-term enrollment fee, $18 per term universal fee. B. TO BE COMPLETED BY THE APPLICANT (Source of Financial Support) Please check one or more sources of financial support listed below. Personal Funds (account in applicants name) $ Family funds $ o Family member must complete Section C of this form Funds from a sponsor (not a family members) $ o Sponsor must complete Section C of this form Funds from scholarship or government sponsor $ TOTAL $ If you have personal funds, family funds, or funds from a sponsor you must submit an official bank letter or bank account statement showing sufficient balance. If you have a scholarship or another government sponsor you must attach a copy of your award letter or billing authorization. Student Signature Date C. TO BE COMPLETED BY THE APPLICANT S SPONSOR (Statement of Financial Support) Name of Sponsor Name of Student Relationship to student _ Address of sponsor Phone: Email: I certify that I am willing and able to provide $ (U.S. Dollars) each year for educational and living expenses of the above named student for the duration of his/her academic study at BMCC. Official documentation of my financial resources is attached to this statement. I will notify BMCC immediately if at any time I must discontinue providing for the educational and/or living expenses of this student. Signature of Sponsor Date _ 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 8 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING AND ACADEMIC AGREEMENT Please read carefully before signing this form! This form must be submitted with your application for admission. If I am admitted to Blue Mountain Community College to study as an international student, I hereby agree to: 1. Enroll in courses appropriate to my course of study as agreed upon with my academic advisor. 2. Enroll in, attend, and complete a full-time program (a minimum of 12 credits of study each quarter). No more than three credits of online or distance education courses per term may be taken toward the full course of study requirement. Online coursework must be pre-approved by the Director of Enrollment Services prior to registration. 3. Obtain approval of my international advisor before adding or withdrawing from a class. 4. Be able to support myself financially as far as living expense and tuition are concerned for the period of time needed to complete my education at Blue Mountain Community College. 5. Take the placement assessment prior to enrollment. This is necessary for course placement. 6. Keep my F-1 or M-1 visa and I-20 valid for at least six (6) months ahead of their expiration dates. I further understand: If I fail to meet any of the above requirements, or if I fail to maintain at least a C grade point average (2.0 GPA), and complete 12 credits each quarter, Blue Mountain Community College will be required to notify the United States Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services. It is my responsibility to keep the college advised of each change in my address within five (5) days of the change I must obtain permission from Blue Mountain Community College and obtain a travel form (I-20) from the college should I decide to visit outside the United States of America, for any reason. Such permission is only granted to students in good standing. Preparation of travel paperwork requires at least a two week notice to the college. This is to verify that I have read the above conditions and fully understand and agree to abide by them. Applicant s Signature _ Date 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 9 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007

INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE COVERAGE STATEMENT Blue Mountain Community College requires international students to have health and accident coverage throughout enrollment. The college does not provide health and accident insurance. However, commercial insurance is widely offered (see Health and Accident Insurance information below). Documentation that you have purchased health and accident insurance must be on file before you can register for classes each term. Submit a photocopy of proof of current health and accident insurance with your application materials. If your insurance is on a term-by-term basis, you must submit proof of insurance to the Registrar/Director of Admissions Office prior to the start of each term of enrollment unless your policy specifically states the term of coverage is the full length of the academic year. If you are currently insured under a similar insurance policy that is effective in the United States, AND your insurance coverage is now in effect and will continue to be in effect throughout your enrollment you must complete the following: Insurance Company Name Insurance Company Mailing Address _ City State Zip Policy Number Effective Date Term Date of Coverage *********************************************************************************************** I hereby certify that the answers and information provided are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge. Student s Name_ Students Signature Date _ HEALTH AND ACCIDENT INSURANCE INFORMATION The following company provides insurance coverage commonly used by students in the U.S. Proof of health insurance is required by the first day of your first term of enrollment. This is an option only - you may select an insurance company of your choice. estudentinsurance: http://www.estudentinsurance.com/ 2015-16 International Student Admission Application Packet Page 10 of 10 Admin Proc: 07-2015-0007