International Admission Requirements

To be accepted as an international student at Clark State, you will need to prepare the following documents:

1. Application
You will need to print and complete the International Students Application (PDF).

2. High School or College Transcripts
Please submit official copies of high school and college transcripts, translated in English. Faxed or unofficial copies will not be accepted.

3. TOEFL Scores
A minimum TOEFL score of 500 paper/173 computer is required. Minimum scores of 50 for each section (listening, writing and reading) paper based and 18 if computer based. Your scores should be sent directly from the TOEFL testing center. The TOEFL number for Clark State Community College is 1127.

4. Financial Support
You and your sponsor must complete the Financial Certification (PDF) and Affidavit of Scholarship (PDF) forms. To satisfy visa application requirements, you must show adequate finances to cover the expected period of study. Financial aid for international students is not available. You and your sponsor must provide current financial documentation such as bank statements, employment/salary letters, tax returns, etc. The documentation must be less than six months old, include the sponsor’s name and signed by the appropriate bank or government official.

5. Acknowledgement of Responsibility
You will also need to complete the Acknowledgement of Responsibility (PDF).

Clark State Community College will issue an I-20 for the F-1 student visa only after the necessary documents have been received and evaluated. Please submit all documents together. Incomplete application packages will not be processed.

Deadlines
All admission requirements for international students must be completed and submitted by the following deadline dates:

• Fall Quarter – July 1
• Winter Quarter – November 1
• Spring Quarter – January 1

For more information or to receive personal assistance, please contact the College's international student advisor at 937/328-7936.