Application Process for International Students

An international student is a non-U.S. citizen or non-U.S. immigrant, who has been granted F-1 visa status from the U.S. Department of State (DOS) through a U.S. Consulate based upon the I-20 document (certificate of eligibility for an F-1 visa) issued by Anoka-Ramsey Community College to pursue full-time study at the College. Permanent residents, refugees and political asylees are not international students and should follow the general admissions process.

This application contains instruction to apply for admission into Anoka-Ramsey Community College; it does not represent the entirety of U.S. immigration law. For additional information pertaining to international applications, please visit: SEVIS-Student Exchange and Visitor Information System

Steps to Becoming an International Student at Anoka-Ramsey

Persons pursuing international student status must complete all steps below by the application deadlines: 

Fall Semester:  June 1st

Spring Semester:  October 1st

Transfer international students from within the U.S. must complete the following steps by: 

Fall Semester:  July 1st  

Spring Semester:  November 1st  

STEP 1.  Apply by Mail

Print and submit the International Application Form along with a $20 non-refundable fee.

    Mail to: Records & Registration Office                                    

Anoka-Ramsey Community College - Cambridge Campus  or Anoka-Ramsey Community College - Coon Rapids Campus

    300 Spirit River Dr S                                                                          11200 Mississippi Blvd NW

    Cambridge, MN 55488                                                                      Coon Rapids, MN 55433

INCLUDE Academic Requirement

F-1 students are required to have their secondary education completed. You will need to provide official academic records and exam results from your secondary school. Documents in a language other than English must be accompanied by English translations from a certified English translation service. Copies of originals are not accepted. Academic records must demonstrate equivalent grades of "C" or better in a minimum of five academic subjects within a college preparatory tract. Academic subjects that may be used for this requirement include science, math and geography. Vocational preparatory courses, English and theological courses may not be used for this requirement.

INCLUDE English Proficiency Requirement

Demonstrate minimum English language proficiency by submitting one of the following:

• TOEFL (Test of Englih Foreign Language) minimum score of 500 (paper) or 61 (internet). TOEFL testing information is located at www.toefl.org; ARCC TOEFL code is 6024.
• MELAB (Michigan Enligh Language Assessment Battery) score of 75.
• U.S. college transcript showing recent completion of a composition course with a grade of "B" or higher.

INCLUDE Financial Requirement

Submit documentation demonstrating that you have adequate financial support to cover all educational and living expenses while you study at Anoka-Ramsey Community College. Your sponsor must submit an Affidavit of Support (I-134) and a notarized, current, original bank statement which shows a balance of at least $15885.72 in US currency. The bank statement must be in English, certified by a bank official, and not less than 2 months old at the time of application.  The required amount of $15885.72 is the amount necessary to fund one academic year of tuition and fees, books, housing, food, transportation, medical insurance and other expenses. Copies of originals are not accepted (retain a second set of financial documents to submit to the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to obtain your F-1 visa).  

Transferring Credits from a University Outside the U.S.

Students wishing to transfer credit from a university outside of the U.S. must have their transcript evaluated by an approved academic credentialiing agency. The following companies provide acceptable evaluations for a fee (Order a "Course by Course" evaluation):

• Educational Credential Evaluators PS Box 514070 Milwaukee, WI 553203

              Phone: 414-289-3400 Fax: 414-289-3411 www.ece.org

• World Educational Services PO Box 745 Old Chelsea Station, New York, NY 10113

             Phone: 1-800-937-3895 Fax: 212-739-6100 www.wes.org

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Next Steps After You are Admitted

STEP 3. Apply for an F-1 visa at a U.S. Consulate. An I-20 is merely a certificate of eligibility and does not guarantee an F-1 via.

STEP 4. Make travel arrangements. F-1 visa holders are allowed to travel into the U.S. 30 days prior to the reporting date listed on the I-20.

STEP 5. Complete the college's online orientation and be sure to enter your student tech ID and pin after completing the comprehensive quiz.   

STEP 6.  Report to the College for the mandatory on-campus International Student Orientation.  Information regarding this orientation will be sent in your acceptance letter.  If you need assistance, please call Contact 763-433-1230 (Coon Rapids Campus) or 763-433-1830 (Cambridge Campus) for assistance to make an appointment with the International Student Advisor.   

We look forward to welcoming you!

STEP 7. Pay Tuition

STEP 8. Buy Books