INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSIONS

Applicant must be a high school graduate. Students with foreign credentials must submit, by an organization approved by NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) or any other organization recognized and endorsed by the College Registrar, documentation showing equivalent high school graduation. Applicants must complete all applications and correspondence in English. Transfer credit for previous college level coursework should also be evaluated by an approved NACES organization, and sent directly to Cayuga Community College.

International Students must provide a copy of an official government-issued form of identification, such as a passport, to confirm identity.

Applicants whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate an acceptable level of English language proficiency. At this time, Cayuga Community College does not offer English as a Second Language (ESL) courses.

English language proficiency must be demonstrated by students whose native language is not English through compliance with official minimum TOEFL or NYSESLAT scores as indicated below.

• TOEFL Examination: The Institution Code for Cayuga Community College is 2010. Official TOEFL score reports must be submitted to Cayuga Community College. Minimal TOEFL score (Internet test): 61
• NYSESLAT: Official New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT) scores must reach a minimum level of Commanding. Official NYSESLAT score reports must be submitted to Cayuga Community College.

REQUIRED FOR F-1 STUDENTS

F-1 visa applicants are required to demonstrate that they have financial resources to cover all of their educational expenses while attending Cayuga Community College.

The Foreign Student Financial Statement must be completed and accompanied by current notarized bank statements supporting the information reported on the form. Applicants must demonstrate the financial resources to support themselves during their stay in the United States, as well as transportation expenses to return to their home country.

Your proof of funding documents will depend on sponsor type.

1. Personal or Family Sponsor: Bank statements for each sponsor showing at least 6 months of balances and activity. A letter from the bank or a single balance statement IS NOT sufficient.
2. Business Funds:
   1. If you are receiving funds from a business account, you must provide the business registration, which states the name(s) of the business owner(s).
   2. Also provide a Profit/Loss statement, usually included in the business tax documents.
3. Government or Employer Sponsor: If you are receiving funding from a government or employer, please provide a letter from that source stating the amount awarded to you and the duration of support.
4. Loans: Official letter from credit institution indicating approval of loan and amount approved.

NOTE: Financial Aid and Scholarships

Cayuga Community College has NO financial aid or scholarships available for international students. Students must demonstrate ability to pay for their total educational and living expenses for their entire enrollment at Cayuga.

NOTE: The first semester’s tuition and fees are due after registering for classes, in accordance with the published semester payment deadline. Students may pay with cash, wire transfer, (Flywire – tuition payment process which allows students to pay from any country and any bank) or a valid Visa or MasterCard.

Additional expenses for remaining in the US and taking courses in the Summer will be calculated separately.
* Based upon 2023-2024 area housing rental costs
** Tuition and fees are based on 2023-2024 costs, additional fees may apply, subject to change
*** Local bus transportation to and from college is free to Cayuga students, estimated costs include one plane ticket home at the end of the term
**** See detailed information in the text below
‡ This amount must be reflected in your Bank Statement and the Foreign Student Financial Statement

It is the policy of Cayuga Community College that all International students (F-1) carry mandatory comprehensive health insurance coverage. All F-1 students will be automatically enrolled in the required UnitedHealthcare international student health insurance set forth by the State University of New York.

If you have questions about the health insurance for F-1 students, contact Kelly Diego, DSO, at kelly.diego@cayuga-cc.edu.

International students who wish to enroll in Cayuga Community College are required to obtain an F-1 visa. If the applicant meets all the necessary requirements above, an official letter of acceptance will be e-mailed to the applicant. The letter of acceptance and the I-20 must be presented to the United States Consulate or Embassy with a valid passport and all other required materials in order to obtain an F-1 student visa, which will allow the student to enter the United States.

See our Applying for a Visa section.

WHILE NOT REQUIRED FOR ADMISSIONS, IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET FOR ENROLLMENT.

Health records must be sent directly to the College Nurse, Suzanne Wilson, at wilson@cayuga-cc.edu.

New York State Public Health Law 2165 requires all college students born after 1965 and taking 6 credit hours or more during a semester, to provide proof of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella.

New York State Public Health Law 2167 requires colleges to distribute information about meningococcal disease and vaccinations to all students taking 6 credit hours or more, whether they live on or off-campus.

For more information on what you will need to provide, see Immunization Requirements.

FIRST SEMESTER TUITION DEPOSIT

NOTE: The first semester’s tuition and fees are due after registering for classes, in accordance with the published semester payment deadline. Students may pay with cash, wire transfer, (Flywire – tuition payment process which allows students to pay from any country and any bank) or a valid Visa or MasterCard.

FLYWIRE – INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PAYMENTS

Cayuga Community College has partnered with Flywire to streamline the tuition payment process. Flywire allows you to pay from any country and any bank. They offer excellent foreign exchange rates, allowing you to pay in your home currency (in most cases). Students can track the progress of their payment throughout the transfer process via a student dashboard and be notified via email when their payment is received.

Students need their Student ID (your C #) to submit payment to Flywire.

Once accepted for Admission, you will be notified if you need placement testing. Most students require placement testing to determine the level of math and/or English they will begin with at our institution.

If this is the case, you will take the placement test prior to registration. Placement testing is free of charge and is available in online or in person/on-campus format. See our “Placement Testing” page for more information.