INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSION

The International Education Center is responsible for working with and advising over 150 international students in F-1 student status representing over 45 countries from around the world.

Brookdale only admits international students for Fall (September through December) and Spring (January through May) semesters. Deadlines for submitting applications and all supporting documents are May 1st for September classes and October 1st for January classes. We recommend that prospective students begin the application process at least 6 months prior to the expected date of enrollment. This will ensure adequate time to prepare and submit supporting documents, receive the I-20 form and apply for a student visa or change of status to F-1. If you wish to submit your application in person, please call ahead to schedule an appointment with a member of the International Education Center Staff.

In order to gain admission to Brookdale, International Students must submit the following items to the International Education Center:

1.  A completed  Admissions Application and Immunization Record Form.
2.  A $25.00 non-refundable application fee.

3. Official secondary school record, listing courses taken and examination results, must be sent from the secondary school or examination board to Brookdale. Photo and fax copies are not acceptable. Foreign credentials must be accompanied by an official evaluation and translation into English. The College accepts evaluation/translation services provided by  World Education Services.

4. Official record of college, university or any other post-secondary education, listing courses completed (if applicable), must be sent from the college or university to Brookdale. Photo and fax copies are not acceptable. Foreign credentials must be accompanied by an official evaluation and translation into English. The College accepts evaluation/translation services provided by  World Education Services. College or university transcripts are only required, if the applicant wishes to receive academic credit towards Brookdale coursework.

5. Evidence of English Proficiency. International applicants for whom English is not the native language, must demonstrate English proficiency prior to admission.

   • a.)    For applicants who are currently overseas, satisfactory performance on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for admission into an academic program. Minimum scores are: 450-written test, 133-computerized test, 45-Internet based test. Information about the TOEFL exam is also found at any official  Education USA Advising Center in your home country. Scores must be sent from ETS to Brookdale. Photo and fax copies are not acceptable.

   • b.)    Applicants who are currently in the U.S. may take an English Placement Exam, which is administered for free at Brookdale Community College. Students must place into at least ESL 031/032 to be considered for admission.  Contact the International Education Center for more details.
     

6. Evidence of Financial Support. All international applications who are requesting an I-20 form (Certificate of Eligibility for F-1 status) are required to demonstrate evidence of financial ability to support their educational and living expenses while at Brookdale Community College. The Application for an I-20 Form, Statement of Financial Support and accompanying support documents must be completed and submitted to the International Education Center.

   •  The estimated cost of attendance for the 2009-2010 academic year is:
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     Tuition & fees                 8,480 Living Expenses           10,590 Books & Supplies          1,200                                 +________                                 $ 20,270

     For each dependent add $3,200

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   • *** Please note that tuition & fees are subject to increase without notice. ***

7. Evidence of current immigration status. Provide copies of all immigration documents including: passport biographical and visa pages, back and front of I-94 card, any previous I-20 forms, any previous DS 2019 forms, and any EAD cards.

8. Transfer Form. If you are currently studying at another U.S. institution in F-1 status, you must also complete and submit the International Student Transfer Form.
    

Upon receipt of all the above-noted items, the International Education Center will determine your eligibility for admission. If you meet admission requirements, the International Education Center will send you a letter of acceptance and an I-20 form.  Although you may receive a general letter of acceptance from the BCC Registrars Office, you should consider your application still pending until you receive an official letter of acceptance from the International Education Center which is signed by the IEC Coordinator or Director.

These documents will then be used to apply for a student visa at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country or to apply for change of status, if you are currently in the U.S.

Please note that the College offers a number of degree and certificate programs. Federal regulations require students in F-1 status to be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours) each semester. Therefore, applicants requesting an I-20 form for F-1 status will only be admitted to academic degree programs where the full-course of study requirement can be met and generally completed within two and one-half  years.

The College offers credit courses in English as a Second Language. However, the College does not offer a full-time, non-credit intensive English program. (Note: full-time for non-credit intensive language programs is defined as 18 clock hours per week of English study).  The International Education Center can refer students interested in such programs to other providers.  Persons wishing to enroll in ESL courses who do not require an F-1 status visa should refer to the Languages Department.

Brookdale Community College does not have on-campus housing. Most international students reside with family members in Monmouth County. Applicants who do not have a local resident to provide room and board may apply to IHPS homestay program for placement with an American family.  Although the IEC does not provide assistance in searching for or securing such housing, international students may be able to find apartment housing in nearby regions.