International Students
Admission · International Students
International Student Admission
Follow these steps if you plan to study at Yavapai College from within the United States as an international student.
Before You Begin
The steps below are for students who plan to study from within the United States as international students.
Students who plan to study online from within their home country should contact admission@yc.edu.
Your passport must have an expiration date greater than 6 months from the term start date.
Send documents to isadmission@yc.edu.
Submit the statement and attachments verifying proof of funding together.
Return the completed financial statement form and proof of funding to isadmission@yc.edu.
Certified copies of transcripts from each secondary school, college, and university must be sent to isadmission@yc.edu.
If English is not your country’s primary language, passing an English competency test is required.
Send your test scores to isadmission@yc.edu.
- TOEFL: minimum score of 61 on the internet-based test.
- Duolingo: minimum score of 90.
- Transfer students may review the FAQs for additional ways to qualify.
After you receive an email confirming that you have been admitted to Yavapai College, access your account and pay the US $200 non-refundable application fee.
After the Above Steps Are Complete
You will receive an email with the I-20 form and admission letter.
- Pay the I-901 SEVIS fee of US $350.
- Make an appointment with your local U.S. Consulate or Embassy.
- Purchase U.S. health insurance.
Admission Document Deadlines
- July 1 for Fall semester
- November 1 for Spring semester
Please note: If admitted, you will be monitored in accordance with SEVIS guidelines and must maintain at least 12 credit hours, or full-time status, at YC each Fall and Spring semester to remain in valid F-1 Student visa status. Dropping below 12 credit hours may result in dismissal from the College and/or denial from USCIS for reinstatement.