International Student FAQ

The following questions, with their answers, are usually asked by the International Applicant.

Q: May I apply for admission to BCC at any time?

A: Yes. You must follow the admission requirements for internationals. These requirements include: application for admission; Test for English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test report or CPT scores; confidential statement of financial resources; official transcripts of previous education certified with English translations, and a request of certificate of eligibility (Form I-20)

Q: Can I take the TOEFL in my country before arriving in the United States?

A: Yes. The test is administered several times during the year worldwide. Consult the international testing program calendar available from BCC Advisement/ Central Campus Office or write to TOEFL, Box 899, Princeton, NJ 08541, USA.

Q: If my native and first language is English, do I need to take the TOEFL exam?

A: No. Regular advisement requirements will be followed to assure proper placement into courses. You must indicate your native language on the application for admission.

Q: If I submit a score of 500 or more on the TOEFL test, do I still need to take an English proficiency test at BCC ?

A: Yes. The reconfirmation of your English proficiency will determine weather of not you will be admitted. The college does not offer Intensive English.

Q: I have completed an English as a Second Language Program at another institution. Do I still have to take the placement exam?

A: Yes. This is necessary for admission to the college and to assist with proper placement into courses.

Q: Are there registration and placement requirement for courses?

A: Yes. Registration and placement into courses and programs is dependent upon English language proficiency, advisement and counseling, placement testing and course or program requirements.

Q: I have limited financial resources. May I receive financial assistance from Broward Community College?

A: No. A statement of financial resources available to support your educational and living expenses must be provided to BCC. The minimum required resources are estimated to be $16,000 each academic year.

Q: Do I need to be a high school graduate to enter BCC ?

A: Yes. Official transcripts and high school diploma/ certificate.

Q: Do I need to request a certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20) ?

A: Yes. After you have been admitted to BCC, you must request the International Admissions Office issue the Certificate of Eligibility.

Q: Will I be able to enroll at BCC after arriving without having completed the admissions requirements ?

A: No. You may be admitted to the College and permitted to register into classes only after all admissions requirements are fulfilled. These requirements must be completed prior to the intended term of enrollment.

Q: After being admitted, if I arrive after classes begin, may I still attend that term ?

A: No. You must arrive prior to the beginning of your approved term of enrollment. This is necessary for passport and immigration verifications, orientation, reconfirmation testing, advisement, placement and registration into classes.

Q: Are there specific United States Department of Justice, Immigration and naturalization Service requirements for an F-1 Visa?

A: Yes. They are as follows:

Pursue a full course of study at the educational institution they are authorized to attend and make satisfactory progress each term toward the approved degree program objective.

Keep a current passport that is valid for at least six months.

Do not transfer schools or work off campus without contacting the International Admissions Specialist.