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International student admissions requirements

Ellsworth welcomes the cultural and educational contributions that are possible through the enrollment of international students. Because of Ellsworth's commitment to international students, the College provides a support system for students attending school far from home. Our advisors work closely with students to ensure their academic and personal progress is met. The International Student Club is part of the support system, and it provides a way for students to get to know each other and learn about different cultures. Every Ellsworth student is encouraged to be a member of the club.

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

1. Complete the Online Application for Admission Form.

2. If you are transferring from another institution in the United States, you must print off the ECC International School Transfer Form (pdf) and submit it along with the following information listed below.

3. Enclose a health certificate stating that you have had no communicable diseases.

4. 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.

5. Enclose a statement from your banker, on official bank stationery, stating that you have at least $19,600 (U.S. 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)

6. Provide evidence of English language proficiency by completing the Test of English as a Foreign Language/TOEFL, The College requires a score of 500 or better on the paper test (PBT), 173 on the computer test (CBT), and 61 on internet test (IBT).

   • You must also have subscores on the PBT/CBT for listening comprehension, structure and written communication, and reading comprehension if your TOEFL score is higher than a 48 (PBT) / 16 (CBT) or a 15 (IBT) for listening, reading, speaking or writing.

7. It is strongly recommended that you purchase a student health insurance plan for medical expenses you might have while studying in the U.S.; doctor visits and prescriptions are expensive. If you already have insurance that will cover you while in the U.S., you may use that.

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)

• Costs to attend ECC

• ECC Student Housing Application form (for on-campus housing 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 Tina Ruch-Wesselmann at 641-648-4611, ext. 8524.