Rogue Community College Board of Education

AP 5012 Admissions International Students

References:

NWCCU 2020 Standard 1.C.4
Title 8, U.S. Code Sections 1101 et seq.
BP 5010

Under United States Department of Homeland Security regulations, Rogue Community College is authorized to enroll international students on Nonimmigrant F-1 and M-1 Student Visas. All RCC international students must be 18 years of age or older by the first day of class, and/or a high school graduate.  International admission requirements are available in the Office of Admissions and Recruitment and on the RCC website. The Admissions Officer, or designee, makes final admission determinations.

1. All International Students
   To be considered for admission, international students must satisfy the following admission requirements:
   1. Complete the RCC International Student Application for Admission
   2. Complete the Student Financial Statement and Affidavit of Support showing at least one year’s expenses.
   3. Provide a current bank statement that includes an official signature, bank seal, and date (within the last month) to verify the financial statement.
   4. If the student’s home country’s official language is not English, students must provide of English language proficiency demonstrated by the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and meet the TOEFL requirements based on the international admission application.
   5. Sign a Student Academic Agreement form
   6. Complete the placement process upon arrival for initial course placement.
       
2. International Transfer Students
   Students applying for Admissions who currently hold an F-1 or M-1 Visa are considered “Transfer” International Students. In addition to the requirements stated above in one (1), students must meet the following requirements for admissions:
   1. Provide Official US high school and/or college transcripts, whichever applicable.
   2. Provide a copy of student’s current passport, Visa with an I-94 stamp and current I-20.
   3. Complete and submit the International Student Transfer Form, after receiving official RCC Acceptance Letter.
       
3. New International Students
   Students who are not on a F-1 or M-1 visa and are required to apply at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate are considered “new” international students. In addition to the requirements stated above in one (1), students must meet the following requirements for admissions:
   1. Prospective students must pay the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Form I-901 fee before going to the US embassy or consulate for the visa interview. Student must provide proof of payment to RCC.
   2. Copy of the student’s current passport. Upon arrival, student must submit a copy of the I-94.
      After the application process is completed and approved, the college will issue a SEVIS I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant F-1 or M-1 Student Status), when appropriate.
      
      
4. Conditions of Continued Enrollment
   1. All information must be on file at least six weeks prior to the beginning of each term to ensure admission for that term.
   2. If admitted, international students will be issued a Form I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for use in securing a student (F-1 or M-1) Visa.
   3. Admitted students must adhere to all U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regulations.
   4. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits each term. Of these 12 credits, only one course may be taken online; all other courses must be taken in person. Credits taken beyond the required 12 may be completed either in person or online. Students are required to actively attend and participate in all scheduled classes throughout the entire term. Exceptions to full-time enrollment are only permitted as allowed under federal law and approved by the Designated School Official or Principal Designated School Official (DSO/PDSO).
   5. Students must notify the designated SEVIS Officer of all address changes or travel outside the USA.
   6. International students must remain in Good Academic Standing at the end of each term of enrollment.
   7. Students who are non-compliant may be administratively withdrawn from the college and will be reported into Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
      
      
5. International Students Seeking Re-Admission
1. Students seeking re-admission must have left RCC in Good Academic Standing and have no academic, disciplinary, or financial holds.
2. Re-admission applicants must meet all requirements listed in Section 1.
3. Students who attended another institution since leaving RCC must submit official transcripts from that institution.
4. Students currently on an F-1 or M-1 Visa must provide a current passport, Visa with I-94 stamp, and current I-20.
5. Students not currently on an F-1 or M-1 Visa must pay the SEVIS Form I-901 fee, provide proof of payment, and submit a current passport and I-94 upon arrival.
6. Re-admission is not guaranteed. Applications for re-admission will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If approved, the college will issue a re-acceptance letter, and if applicable, a Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant F-1 or M-1 Student Status).

See also: BP 5010 Admissions and Concurrent Enrollment, AP 5010 Admissions, AP 5011 Admissions and Concurrent Enrollment of High School and Other Young Students, BP/AP 5015 Residence Determination, and BP/AP 5020 Nonresident Tuition.

Rescinds Procedure Number: None

Approved:  May 19, 2020

Revised: July 30, 2026; December 16, 2025