International Students
Are you an international student looking to come to the United States for higher education?
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If the answer is yes, NCTC is the ideal place for you. We have affordable tuition for all students, friendly staff to assist you, great programs that can be transferred to a four year university, and an awesome faculty.
You are considered an International Student if you hold or will hold an F-1 visa.
International Advisor
Hello! I am Zaynab Wazeer, the international advisor for NCTC. I was an international student myself, and I completed my degree in 2016 while on a F-1 visa. My F-1 experience helps me understand our students even more because I have been there myself.
If you are interested in attending NCTC, please contact me and I will be more than happy to help you with any questions or concerns you may have.
International Admissions (for All Campuses)
1500 North Corinth Street Suite 101
Corinth, Texas 76208
(940) 498-6429
international@nctc.edu
Applying for Admission
Students applying from outside the United States
Students applying from outside the U.S. are required to submit the following documents for admission.
Submit an online application.
Official high school transcript/certificate including graduation date.
Foreign credentials must be accompanied by an official general evaluation completed by a current member of NACES. Evaluation must indicate the applicant has completed the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma. Unofficial copies of evaluations will not be accepted. You can use any NACES member company to get an evaluation. We recommend SpanTran for discounted pricing, and quicker turnaround for NCTC applicants. Please apply using their request form.
Note: If a degree program has been completed in your home country, we require official transcripts and degree certificate. An official evaluation completed by a member of NACES will be required. An evaluation is required for the highest education level earned.
Satisfactory score on the TOEFL, IELTS (academic) or Pearson PTE (academic) English proficiency test.
TOEFL: we accept a paper-based score of 525 or internet-based score of 71. NCTC code for reporting purposes in 6245. Testing dates and locations are available at toefl.org
IELTS (academic): we accept a minimum overall band score of 6.0. Please contact the test center directly where you took the IELTS test and request that your official test scores be sent electronically using the IELTS system. All IELTS test centers worldwide are able to send scores electronically to our institution.
Pearson PTE (academic): we accept a minimum score of 49
Copy of photo ID page of valid passport.
Evidence of $19,557 (U.S. currency) available per 9 month term is required. It is imperative that adequate financial support be prearranged. Original financial statements dated within 6 months of semester start date, or an original letter from the bank on official bank letter head dated within the last 6 months. The name of the sponsor and currency should be included. If the bank statement/ letter is in a language other than English, an official, notarized translation must be attached to it.
Additional proof of $5,000 (U.S. currency) is required for each dependent.
Statement of Financial Support- Based on the sponsor, complete the Statement of Financial Support to accompany the bank statements. Original forms are required.
Proof of bacterial meningitis vaccination within the past 5 years if under 22 years of age.
Schedule TSIA2 before your arrival in the U.S.
Proof of housing arrangements. Information regarding on-campus student housing can be found through Residence Life. If you will be residing with a sponsor, the sponsor must complete and notarize the Affidavit of Sponsor form. The original notarized form is required.
Send all items to:
North Central Texas College
International Admissions
1500 North Corinth Street
Corinth, TX 76208
Students transferring from another institution within the United States
Students transferring from other U.S. institutions are required to submit the following documents for admission.
Submit an online application.
Official high school transcript/certificate including graduation date.
Foreign credentials must be accompanied by an official general evaluation completed by a current member of NACES. Evaluation must indicate the applicant has completed the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma. Unofficial copies of evaluations will not be accepted. You can use any NACES member company to get an evaluation. We recommend SpanTran for discounted pricing, and quicker turnaround for NCTC applicants. Please apply using their request form.
Official transcript from current school including most recent grades. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 required for admission.
If currently enrolled, final official transcript with grades must be submitted at the end of the term.Satisfactory score on the TOEFL, IELTS (academic) or Pearson PTE (academic) English proficiency test.
TOEFL: we accept a paper-based score of 525 or internet-based score of 71. NCTC code for reporting purposes in 6245. Testing dates and locations are available at toefl.org
IELTS (academic): we accept a minimum overall band score of 6.0. Please contact the test center directly where you took the IELTS test and request that your official test scores be sent electronically using the IELTS system. All IELTS test centers worldwide are able to send scores electronically to our institution.
Pearson PTE (academic): we accept a minimum score of 49
Copies of photo ID page of valid passport, current I-20, visa, and electronic I-94 form.
Copies of all previous I-20s issued to student (if applicable).
For F-2 dependents (if applicable) - Copy of valid passport photo ID page, dependent I-20, visa, and electronic I-94 form.
Evidence of $19,557 (U.S. currency) available per 9 month term is required. It is imperative that adequate financial support be prearranged. Original financial statements dated within 6 months of semester start date, or an original letter from the bank on official bank letter head dated within the last 6 months. The name of the sponsor and currency should be included. If the bank statement/ letter is in a language other than English, an official, notarized translation must be attached to it.
Additional proof of $5,000 (U.S. currency) is required for each dependent.
Statement of Financial Support- Based on the sponsor, complete the Statement of Financial Support to accompany the bank statements. Original forms are required.
Proof of housing arrangements. Information regarding on-campus student housing can be found through Residence Life. If you will be residing with a sponsor, the sponsor must complete and notarize the Affidavit of Sponsor form. The original notarized form is required.
Any student on academic suspension or on probation for any type of conduct violation from another institution is not eligible for admission to NCTC.
Please bring or mail your documents to:
North Central Texas College
International Admissions
1500 North Corinth Street
Corinth, TX 76208
Part-time or concurrently enrolled students
Students applying for concurrent enrollment during a long semester or for summer enrollment while maintaining their I-20 with their current school are required to submit the following documents.
Submit an online application.
Official transcripts from all colleges attended prior to current school.
Official transcript from current school including most recent final grades.
Concurrent Enrollment Letter from current International Advisor for specific academic term.
Copies of photo ID of valid passport, current I-20, student visa, and electronic I-94 form.
Proof of meningitis vaccination if under 22 years of age.
Transfer Orientation- You will receive an email with a link to complete the orientation.
Official TSIA2 score report or proof of exemption
For Early Registration
Students who wish to take advantage of early registration must submit proof they have requested an official transcript from their current school to be sent to NCTC at the end of the current term.
Please bring or mail your documents to:
North Central Texas College
International Admissions
1500 North Corinth Street
Corinth, TX 76208
Admissions Deadlines
This the the deadline for all documents to be submitted to the international office.
Out of Country Applicants
June 15 - Fall Term (August—December)
November 15 - Spring Term (January—May)
May 15 - Summer I & III
June 15 - Summer II Term
Transfer & Concurrent/ Part Time Enrollment Students
July 15 - Fall Term (August—December)
December 1 - Spring Term (January—May)
May 15 - Summer I & III
June 15 - Summer II Term
Now that you’ve applied...
Once we have received all the documents required for admissions, we will email your I-20 and acceptance letter to the email address provided on your application. Click on the following link to learn more on what to do when you receive your I-20 and acceptance letter.
Expenses 2022-2023
Below is an estimate of expenses for two academic semesters (9 months). Summer tuition expenses and additional fees assessed for medical programs are not included.
Tuition and Fees (12 credit hours each Fall and Spring)
$7,200.00
Room, Board and Transportation (off campus)
$8,715.00
Personal Expenses
$1,962.00
Books and Supplies
$1,680.00
Total
$19,557.00
NOTE: An additional $5000 is required for each dependent.
International Student Forms
View & Download International Students forms
Once You Arrive in the U.S.
You can arrive to the United States 30 days prior to your program start date. The program start date is on your I-20.
Schedule your appointment to meet with the International Student Advisor at least one week before the class start date. Please e-mail international@nctc.edu to schedule an appointment.
Take the TSI exam on the scheduled date. Your final scores will be handed to you after the exam. Bring the final scores, along with the rest of the documents mentioned below to the admissions appointment.
Visit the admissions office at NCTC with your:
Original passport, visa, I-20, I-94 (click on Get Most Recent I-94).
For dependents (if applicable)—Original passport, visa, I-94, and I-20
Proof of bacterial meningitis vaccination within the past 5 years if under 22 years of age.
TSI scores
Once all requirements are met, the Admissions Office will arrange for you to see an advisor to register for classes.