International Students

College credit applicants who do not hold United States citizenship or permanent resident status should request a packet for international admissions. These applicants should also consult with the Registrar to identify their student status and to determine the specific documents they may need to provide. The following documentation may be required.

1. Application for admission and student health services form
2. College entrance testing, depending on major field of study
3. Immunization records
4. English translations of all secondary and/or postsecondary transcripts
5. Official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report showing a minimum score of 550 on a paper exam, or 213 on a computer-based exam (applies to applicants from countries where English is not the primary language)
6. Current affidavit of financial support to indicate ability to pay fees and reside in the United States while attending school
7. Valid visa, passport, and I-20 (applies to applicants already in the United States)

Due to delays in international communications, international applicants are encouraged to complete all admission requirements at least 90 days prior to the expected entry date. When TSTC receives all the required documents, the applicant will be issued an acceptance letter and an I-20MN.

International students must adhere strictly to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services laws. Therefore, they must:

1. be enrolled as full-time students and maintain satisfactory progress in their coursework;
2. maintain an I-94 on file in the Registrar's Office;
3. carry medical and hospitalization insurance;
4. not obtain federal financial aid (except students holding I-551 visas); and
5. comply with all TSTC regulations, laws of the State of Texas, and laws of the United States.

Failure to comply with any of the above regulations may result in termination from TSTC and deportation.