Admission of International Students to Study in the U.S. and Canada

Admission of U.S. Visa Holders to Study in the U.S.

Students from other countries applying to study at City University of Seattle teaching locations in the U.S. who hold visas must submit the following:

• International student application.
• Nonrefundable application fee.
• Proof of English proficiency (see English proficiency policy in academic policy section).
  • Official transcripts and diplomas from all high schools, colleges and universities previously attended appropriate to degree application level, and official certified translations where necessary.
  • Copy of the student passport including identification page, expiration date, and U.S. visa page.
  • Copy of U.S. Immigration Form I-94 if currently in the U.S., or upon arrival.

Admission of F-1 Student Visa-Status Holders in the U.S.

City University of Seattle is authorized under federal law to admit non-immigrant foreign students. In addition to the above requirements, applicants with F-1 visa status must submit the following:

• Financial declaration form.
• Current bank statement and sponsor statement, if applicable.

Upon meeting all admission requirements, the Form I-20 will be issued to the student. Students, outside the U.S., must present a Form I-20 to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate to apply for an F-1 student visa.

Lawful F-1 students whose Form I-20’s are transferable from other U.S. institutions are not required to leave the U.S. before starting their studies at City University of Seattle as permitted by U.S. federal law.

Transfer students are also required to submit:

• Copies of U.S. Immigration Form I-20(s) previously issued.
• Completed International Student transfer evaluation form.
• Copy of employment authorization document, if applicable.

Admission to a program of study does not guarantee admission to the University as an F-1 visa holder.

Admission of International Students to Study in Canada

The instructional locations in British Columbia and Alberta are authorized by the Canadian government to admit international students. International applicants who want to study in Canada, and also Canadian students who transfer from other Canadian institutions, must follow the same procedures as those who study in the U.S. as follows:

• International student application form.
• Nonrefundable application fee made payable in Canadian dollars, sent prior to receipt of the letter of admission.
• Proof of English proficiency (see English proficiency policy in academic policies section).
• Official transcripts and diplomas from all colleges and universities previously attended, and official certified translations where necessary.
• Copy of the identification page of the student passport.
• Current bank statement and sponsor statement if applicable.

Upon acceptance to City University of Seattle, students will be issued a letter of admission. To obtain a student visa, this letter must be presented to the closest Canadian consular or immigration office. Students should consult the international student advisor at the Vancouver B.C. teaching location. Also, students may visit the Citizen and Immigration Canada website for helpful information on studying in Canada: www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp

Practices Applicable to International Students Studying in Either the U.S. or Canada

Application Deadlines

Consistent with the University’s rolling admissions policy, international students may begin their studies in either the summer, fall, winter or spring term and must observe the following application deadlines. All admission documents must be received at least 30 days prior to the start of the initial term of enrollment (60 days recommended for overseas applicants). Applications for study in the U.S. or Canada should be sent to the following addresses respectively:

International Student Office

City University of Seattle

521 Wall Street, Suite 100

Seattle, WA 98121, U.S.A.

http://www.CityU.edu/prospective-students/international-students/

(or)

International Student Office

City University of Seattle

789 Pender Street, Suite 310

Vancouver, BC V6C1H3, Canada

http://www.CityUniversity.ca/admissions/future-students/international-students/

Continuous Enrollment for International Students Studying in Either the U.S. or Canada

To maintain student visa status, U.S. and Canadian immigration laws require international students to be in continuous full-time enrollment. City University of Seattle defines international student full-time status as follows:

• Undergraduate programs – fifteen (15) credits per term
• Graduate programs – six (6) credits per term
• English as a Second Language program – twenty (20) hours per week

Distance learning courses DO NOT contribute to full-time status as defined by U.S./Canadian immigration regulations.

Support Services for International Students Studying in Either the U.S. or Canada

The International Student Office helps international students adjust to life and study in the U.S. and Canada, offering assistance with the issuance and maintenance of student visas, academic counseling, and referral to appropriate agencies for health, housing, and other services.

Medical Insurance Requirements for International Students Studying in Either the U.S. or Canada

Before becoming enrolled, international students on student visas are required to present proof that they have active medical insurance meeting the University established minimum coverage or enroll in the CityU sponsored international student health insurance plan. Details regarding the international student health insurance plan are available by contacting the International Student Office.

Employment - International Students Studying in the U.S.

U.S. immigration law prescribes the terms and conditions under which students holding the F-1 visa may be employed. International students are permitted to accept employment consistent with U.S. immigration regulations.

Employment- International Students Studying in Canada

Canadian immigration law prescribes the terms and conditions under which students holding a visa may be employed. International students are permitted to accept employment consistent with Canadian immigration regulations.

Visiting International Students to the U.S. or Canada

Undergraduate and graduate students from other countries who are pursuing degrees full-time at another institution are welcome to register for courses at City University of Seattle. As visiting scholars, they are required to present a letter from their home school stating that they are in good standing and are eligible to take coursework elsewhere. Upon presentation of the letter and proof of English proficiency, these students may register at City University of Seattle. Additional documentation may be required depending on the desired classes. City University of Seattle does not issue the Form I-20 to visiting international students in the U.S. or a letter of admission in Canada. A visiting international student is also required to pay a nonrefundable application fee.