COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION FOR THE US COLLEGE

​Are you planning to come to the U.S. and study at College?
 
Applying to U.S. colleges and universities requires preparation and planning. Plan adequately for the time and effort involved in preparing your application package.

In the United States, application requirements can vary significantly from one institution to another. It is essential to check the specific requirements on the website of each institution's international admissions office.
 
What are some general application requirements for community colleges? 
 
Online application form (including personal information, education history, etc.)
Educational credentials. These are typically your secondary/high school diploma and transcripts, translated into English. Final national exam scores from your country are optional at community colleges.
Upon arrival, you will most likely take placement tests in the English language and your area of study. They have standardized test scores. TOEFL, ACT/SAT, and other test scores may be accepted to assess your academic ability and English proficiency level. However, these tests are not usually required for admission to community colleges.
Other forms such as financial information, proof of health insurance, vaccination records, passport and visa information are often required depending on the institution.
Since community colleges usually have rolling admissions or periodic application deadlines throughout the year, the timeline for applying is more fluid than for a four-year college or university. It can take considerable time to fill out application forms, request and translate educational transcripts, order copies of test scores, and register for the class, so plan. You should consider your target date for beginning your studies and verify the deadlines on the institution's website well in advance.
 
If you are an undergraduate?
 
Start early, plan, and know the application requirements. Application packages require a great deal of preparation and planning.
 
Make a calendar of deadlines to track what you need to do and when it needs to be completed. It would help if you planned adequately for the time and effort involved. You will benefit by starting this process early.
 
In the United States, application requirements can vary significantly from one institution to another. Check the specific requirements on the website of each institution's international admissions office. It is typical for U.S. undergraduate applications to be due between November and January for students who wish to begin courses the following September.
 
Some general application requirements:
 

• Educational credentials: This is typically your secondary/high school diploma and transcripts, as well as any final national exams required in your country. Transcripts are certified copies of your educational record, courses, and grades. An original transcript or certified copy sent by your secondary/high school is generally required for each institution you apply to for admission, along with translations into English.
• Standardized test scores: Scores may be required to assess your academic ability and English proficiency.
• Recommendation letters: The head or principal of your school, your school counsellor, your personal tutor, teachers, coaches, or supervisors from professional experiences may write recommendation letters. Be sure to choose someone who knows you well. Your recommenders must be able to write about your work and assess your potential to do well pursuing a higher education degree.
• Essay/personal statement: This is your chance to write about your interests, long-term goals, and strengths – one of the most critical aspects of your application.

 
If you are a graduate?
Please check each institution's website's specific requirements for international graduate admissions. You will likely have institutional and departmental application requirements for graduate study.
 General application requirements

• Personal data form: Be sure to keep your personal information consistent and always spell your name the same way on all documents.
• The personal statement allows you to show the admissions committee who you are as an individual. Highlight your unique strengths, skills, or teaching experiences to lead the institution that you are a good match with their program and department. Your message should be clear, concise, and persuasive.
• Your transcript is a list of classes you completed in your undergraduate studies and the grades you received in each category.
• Ask past professors, administrators, or employers to write your letters of recommendation. Your recommenders should write in-depth about your work and assess your potential to do well as a graduate student.

Tips to prepare for a successful graduate school application

• Do your best to relax as you prepare your applications. Be calm, reflective, and thoughtful. You will engage in personal reflection and self-discovery as you complete each application.
• Allow plenty of time to conduct research and complete your applications.
• Pay close attention to all application instructions, including deadlines.
• The look and feel of your application are just as important as what you say. Take the time to present a polished application.
• Be yourself—human and honest. Remember, no one is perfect. When preparing your application, do not embellish your experiences or make excuses.
• Provide all materials requested in the format requested by the institution. Each institution's application may vary.

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