intl faq-l – Massasoit Community College

May I apply for admission to Massasoit Community College as an International student at any time?

For Spring Semester, you must apply by November 30. For Fall Semester you must apply by July 15 unless you are a transfer student. Please note deadlines in the International Students Admissions Guide (PDF).

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

Yes. This test is administered several times during the year world wide. Consult the international testing program calendar by writing to TOEFL, Box 899, Princeton, NJ 08541, U.S.A or visit www.ets.org/toefl for further TOEFL information.

If my native and first language is English, do I need to take the TOEFL Exam in order to Receive my I-20?

No. However, you will be required to provide one of the three options in Part IV(proof of English Proficiency) to satisfy this requirement. During your new student orientation at Massasoit all students will be required to take placement exams in Reading, Writing and Math for advisement and proper placement into courses.

I have completed an English-as-a-Second Language program at another institution, do I still have to take the Reading and Writing Placement Exams?

Yes. This is necessary for registration at the College and to assist with proper placement into courses.

Are there registration and placement requirements for courses?

Yes. Registration and placement into courses is dependent upon English language proficiency, advising and counseling, placement testing, and course program requirements.

I have limited financial resources. May I receive financial aid from Massasoit Community College?

No. A statement of financial support available to support your educational and living expenses must be provided to Massasoit. The resources are estimated to be $30,000.00 per academic year. This requirement is part III (Proof of Financial Support) in the international admissions requirements page. The proof of financial support indicates to the school that you have and are able to maintain sufficient funding during your studies in the United States.

Do I need to be a high school graduate to attend Massasoit Community College?

Yes. Official transcripts and high school diploma or secondary leaving certificates are needed. In addition, a notarized translation of all non-English transcripts must be submitted in English for admission(Part II of International admissions requirements page).

Where may I obtain evaluations and/or translations for my foreign educational documents?

Commonly used services for educational evaluation and translation in the United States are:

ACE (Atlas Credential Evaluations) www.atlasevaluations.com (use discount code INST2015 for $15 off your order)
CED (Center for Educational Documentation): www.cedevaluations.com
EEI (Education Evaluators International): www.educei.com
IERF (International Education Research Foundation Inc. Credential EvaluationServices): http://ierf.org/
NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services): www.naces.com/members
NAEG (North American Educational Group): www.naeg.org
TEC (The Evaluation Company): https://evalcompany.com/massasoit
WES (World Education Service): www.wes.org

What is SEVIS?

SEVIS (Student Exchange Visitor Information System) is the actual database the INS uses to track and monitor non-immigrant students and exchange visitors. Visit www.ice.gov/sevis for more in-depth information.

How do I receive a SEVIS Form I-20?

After you have been admitted to Massasoit based on the completion of all the specific international admissions requirements, you will receive a SEVIS Form I-20 from an admissions counselor. The admissions counselor will contact you (if you are in the U.S during the time you have made your application) or your sponsor to ensure that all documents are received and explained. You will be asked to pay a tuition deposit of $50.00 US dollars at the time you receive your SEVIS Form I-20. Please note: A SEVIS I-20 is not a VISA. Students must petition for their F-1 Visa on their own.