Services for International Students

ECC welcomes the cultural and educational contributions that are possible through the enrollment of international students. Because of ECC's commitment to international students, the College provides a support system for students attending school far from home. Counselors work closely with students to ensure their academic and personal progress is met.

Read here to learn about the NEW mandatory SEVIS fee for all international applicants: SEVIS Fee Options and Procedures

The International Student Club is an organization that offers a source of support for students far from home.

When students arrive at Ellsworth Community College they will take the Compass/ESL placement test to determine a level of English instruction. Based on Compass/ESL testing scores, students may be required to enroll in English as a Second Language (ESL) classes before entering non ESL course work. Please note: ESL classes are not included in the 64 credits needed for graduation and ESL classes are not transferable.

1. Complete the Online Application Form for Admission.
2. Complete the International Student Information Form- In MS Word In html
3. If you are transferring from another institution in the United States, you must print off the ECC International School Transfer Form and submit it along with the following information listed below.
4. Enclose a health certificate stating that you have had no communicable diseases.
5. Completion of high school or equivalent is required. Enclose the original or certified copy of transcripts from your previous high school and colleges, if attended.
6. Enclose a statement from your banker, on official bank stationery, stating that you have at least $12,073 (US Funds) in the bank to pay for one year of college. You should plan on opening a bank account in the U.S. and transferring money to that account during your stay.
   • Student Financial Statement (pdf)
7. Enclose evidence of your English proficiency (TOEFL).
8. Enclose proof of health insurance, which is transferable to the United States or purchase a plan when you arrive and give a copy to Admissions.

Please send all of the above materials at ONE TIME. It will be less expensive and much more efficient for our processing. NO ACTION WILL BE TAKEN on your application until all of the above items have been received.
The following link is a checklist to help you make sure you have all the information you need to apply to ECC.

• International Student Admissions Requirements – Checklist (pdf)
• Student Housing Application form for on-campus only (pdf)
  
  If you decide to attend ECC, the entire faculty and community will devote a considerable effort toward making your stay here a most interesting and rewarding experience. If you have questions concerning the application form or any admission requirements, please call Anne Kalous, Director of Admissions, at (641) 648-4611 ext. 8519 or e-mail Annie.Kalous@iavalley.edu or Internal DSO, Tina Ruch-Wesselmann at ext. 8524 or e-mail Tina.Wesselmann@iavalley.edu .