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  • International Admissions Application

    Lower Columbia College International Programs
  • Thank you for starting the Lower Columbia College International Student Application! This application is for prospective students who have or seek an F-1 visa, and want to study full-time, in-person.

    This application has eight (8) sections.

    1. Personal Information
    2. Permanent Address
    3. Visa and Immigration Information
    4. English Language Proficiency
    5. Education Information
    6. Housing
    7. Proof of Financial Support
    8. Policy & Signature

    To complete this application, you will need to upload the following documents:

    • Passport page
    • Official Bank Statement(s)
    • If applicable, English language proficiency score report or academic transcripts
    • After submitting the application, you will be instructed on how to pay the non-refundable application fee of $50.00.

    This application is intended for one international student .Please prepare to complete this application in one sitting.

    Applicants who intend to bring dependents (spouse, children, etc.) should complete the LCC International - Dependent Information Form.

    Questions? Contact LCC International Programs at international@lowercolumbia.edu or +1 360-442-2310. 

     

  • SECTION 1: PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Please type your name below exactly as it appears on your passport

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  • If you do not have a passport, then please contact international@lowercolumbia.edu.

  • SECTION 2: PERMANENT ADDRESS OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES

  • Your permanent address outside the United States is required for immigration documents including the I-20. Addresses within the United States or with post office boxes (P.O. Box) are NOT accepted. If you do not have street address number, then please contact us at international@lowercolumbia.edu.

  • SECTION 3: VISA & IMMIGRATION INFORMATION

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  • SECTION 4: ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

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  • SECTION 5: EDUCATION INFORMATION

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  • SECTION 6: HOUSING

  • International Students have the option to apply to live in LCC Campus Housing. Housing placements are made based on availability and LCC cannot guarantee placement or first choice. All rooms have a shared living space with other students.

    There are some eligibility requirements. Students who are under the age of 18 or traveling with dependents are responsible for securing their off-campus housing.

  • SECTION 7: PROOF OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT

    • 8.1: Funding Source Details 
    • In order to be issued an I-20 form, international students are required to submit proof of financial support to cover the annual cost of attendance at LCC. The total estimated cost of attendance at LCC for Academic Year {annualUpdate} is ${annualUpdate168}.

      List each source of funding below you will use to pay for your first year of education. List how much funding you will receive from each source. Your total support must equal or more than ${annualUpdate168} to submit this application.

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    • The number you provided is less than the required amount of ${annualUpdate168}.

    • 8.2: Financial Support Documents 
    • Important information:

      • To complete this application, you must be able to demonstrate proof of financial support at or beyond ${annualUpdate168}
      • Students must provide proof of funds in the form of a bank statement, or letter directly from the financial institution on their letterhead showing at least ${annualUpdate168} (or the equivalent in local currency). Statement must be dated for less than six months old at time of application.
      • Bank statements must be complete. We cannot accept partial statements or statements with missing pages. Amount must be liquid funds or readily available (such as checking, savings, available lines of credit, etc). We do not accept proof of future funds (stocks, bonds, crypto, paystubs, immovable assets, etc).
      • If the source of funding is not in the student’s name, then the bank account owner must be listed as one of the financial sponsors.
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    • Financial Sponsors:

      If you have a financial sponsor(s), please provide their contact information below. We will provide them with the Sponsor's Declaration of Financial Support.

      You can access and share the form with them directly at LCC International Programs: Sponsor's Declaration of Financial Support.

    • Dependents

      If you have dependents (spouse and/or children) who will accompany you to the United States during your time at Lower Columbia College, they will need to apply for an F-2 visa.

      Please complete the LCC International Programs - Dependent Information Form. For LCC to issue your dependents with an I-20, we will need the following (as applicable):

      • Copies of each dependent's biographical passport page.
      • Official marriage certificate with English translation for spouse, and birth certificate with English translation for each child.
      • Proof of additional funds of ${annualUpdate171} for the first dependent and ${annualUpdate172} for each subsequent dependent.
    • 8.3 Acknowledgement of Financial Ability 
    • I, {name}, pledge that I will bring the financial support required to cover all expenses-greater or equal to {annualUpdate165} USD during my stay in the U.S. and pay the cost of studies to Lower Columbia College for Academic Year {annualUpdate}. I understand that if the first quarter’s tuition and housing placement fees are not paid by the First Term Payment Deadline, the I-20 may be canceled. I certify that all information provided in this Declaration of Support and in the accompanying financial statements is true and accurate. I understand that any false or misleading statement may result in the denial of my admission to Lower Columbia College or to the cancellation of my registration for the coming term.

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  • SECTION 8: POLICY STATEMENTS & SIGNATURE

  • Lower Columbia College I-20 Policy

    New students who use a Lower Columbia College I-20 to enter the United States must:

    • Report in person to the Office of International Programs at Lower Columbia College by the Arrival Date listed on the International Admissions webpage and in offer of admission
    • Present originals of passport, visa, signed I-20, and I-94
    • Abide by the F-1 visa regulations set by the U.S. federal government
    • Abide by the college policies outlined in the LCC Student Handbook
    • Pay for college-provided year-round health insurance coverage, including repatriation coverage, while enrolled at Lower Columbia College.
  • Lower Columbia College Photo & Video Policy

    Lower Columbia College takes photographs and videos on campus throughout the year. These images often include students, employees, and guests in classrooms, computer labs, athletic events, and other campus activities. Lower Columbia College reserves the right to use these photographs and videos as part of its publicity and marketing efforts. Those who attend, visit or work at Lower Columbia College do so with the understanding that these photographs and videos might include them and might be used in college publications, newspapers, and other media for publicity purposes.

  • Lower Columbia College Medical Release

    The undersigned hereby gives to Lower Columbia College, its officers, employees, agents, and host families full authority and permission to take whatever action they feel is reasonably warranted under the circumstances, and to act as agent of the undersigned student and parent/guardian, regarding the named student’s health and safety. This authority and permission includes, but is not limited to: rendering or ordering medical treatment; the giving of medication; and any examinations, x-rays, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis or treatment or hospital care, if and as deemed necessary. The undersigned understands that a reasonable attempt will be made to contact the undersigned parent/guardian before any action is taken. The undersigned agrees to be financially responsible for all medical attention so authorized or ordered during the student’s attendance at Lower Columbia College. The undersigned represents that the named student has no medical restriction that limits full participation in the programs and activities of Lower Columbia College, except as disclosed in writing attached to this document.

  • Lower Columbia College Student Activities Waiver

    Permission is given for the student to participate in all activities offered at Lower Columbia College, except as restricted in any attached writing. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the undersigned hereby releases Lower Columbia College, its officers, employees, agents, and host families from all liability, and waives and releases all claims, related to or arising from such decisions or action as may be taken under the authority of this document.

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