Who is an international student? An international student is defined as a person who is not a U.S. citizen or U.S. immigrant, and is seeking admission to Minnesota State Community and Technical College. Permanent residents, refugees and political asylees must complete only the general admission process, not the international student application process.
International Student Application ProcessQualified international students must complete all of the following steps to be accepted for admission to M State. I-20 forms, authorizing admission into the United States for educational purposes, will be issued when all admission requirements are met and applicants have been accepted.
International applicants must:- Complete and sign the M State International Student Application for Admission Form.
- Send a $20 non-refundable application fee.
- Submit a transcript of high school grades. All records must be officially certified. Records must be in English, listing subjects taken and interpretation of grades received in comparable U.S. units.
- Submit a detailed financial statement.
- Submit proof of sufficient funds to cover all costs for an entire academic year. Applicants should not rely upon financial aid from the college or from other employment in the United States as a source of income; as a rule, neither financial aid nor permission to be employed is available.
- Provide documentation demonstrating English proficiency. A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 or more is acceptable.Students with a lower TOEFL score may be eligible for admission to an English Language Learners program.
- Provide a health form. The applicant may submit a copy of a passport physical. An international student enrolled at Minnesota State Community and Technical College is required to carry personal health insurance.
M State has four campuses located within ninety miles of each other. Each campus and community has unique services, proud history, programs, and housing options for International Students.
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