Welton Murphy,  Designated School Official (PDSO)
Director of Admissions and Recruitment
Kennedy-King College
Room 1E16
6800 s. Wentworth ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60621
773.602.5080

Your decision to attend Kennedy-King College enhances your chance of further academic success both abroad and at home.

The Kennedy-King family thanks you for choosing our college.

Kennedy-King is an accredited public two-year college, offering degrees in both the Arts and Sciences and Career Programs.

If you are accepted, you must be prepared to pay all college costs in full at the time of registration.

We do not presently have student loans, scholarships or living facilities. The following documents must be submitted to the Office of Admissions and Records before your application can be processed.

Requirements to Recieve an I-20 FORM

• Application submitted with $100.00 I-20 processing fee.
  
• Transcript of high school subjects taken year-by-year,showing date of completion and certified by the school principal.
  ORIGINAL TRANSCRIPT MUST BE PRESENTED.
  
• Affidavit of Support statement - MUST BE NOTARIZED.
  
• Bank or tax documents proving availability of funds.
  
• College transcript (s) MUST BE TRANSLATED AND CERTIFIED IN ENGLISH BY AN AMERICAN CONSUL.
  
• Evidence of Proficiency in the English Language (TOEFL,etc.)
  
• Passport and recent photo.
  
• Proof of HEALTH INSURANCE is mandatory per Board ofTrustees Board Report #17314, dated July 1,1993.

Thank you again for your interest in our institution.

Welton T. Murphy, Director of Admissions and Recruitment

International Students' Frequently Asked Questions

Visit the City Colleges of Chicago International Student Website to get more information

How to Apply

The City Colleges of Chicago admission procedure for International students is as follows:

IF APPLICANT IS OVERSEAS

• Complete admission application (to be filled by applicant only)
• Notarized or true copies of academic transcripts from secondary or college institution
• A certified translation and evaluation in English of academic records
• Applicants must take the TOEFL (English as a Foreign Language) test. A minimum score of 450 or 133 computer base results is required for admittance. View College TOEFL Codes.
• Notarized I-134 affidavit of support form
• Certified Bank letter of verification. Sponsor must show a minimum of $16,000 US in his/her account. If self-sponsored, student must show a minimum of $30,000 in his/her account.
• Employment verification form. Sponsor must show a minimum of $30,000 annually.
• A $100.00 application process fee (certified check or money order).

APPLICANT TRANSFERRING FROM OTHER INSTITUTION

• Applicant must be in good standing at his or her institution
• Applicant must enroll in the next term after leaving institution
• Submit I-20 release letter from previous institution or transfer verification document for admission at the City Colleges of Chicago
• Complete admission application (to be filled out by applicant only)
• Applicant is required to take placement test. A minimum of Level 4 score is required for admittance.
• Submit official transcripts from previous institution or true copies of academic transcripts from secondary or college institution
• Copy of SEVIS I20
• Copy of passport, visa and I-94 form
• Updated notarized I-134 affidavit of support form
• Certified Bank letter of verification. Sponsor must show a minimum of $16,000 US in his/her account. If self-sponsored, student must show a minimum of $30,000 in his/her account.
• Employment verification form. Sponsor must show a minimum of $30,000 annually.
• A $100.00 application process fee (certified check or money order).

APPLICANT REQUESTING FOR CHANGE OF STATUS

• Complete admission application (to be filled out by applicant only)
• Copy of passport and I-94 form
• Notarized or official copies of academic transcripts from secondary or college institution
• A certified translation and evaluation in English of academic records
• Applicant is required to take placement test. A minimum of Level 4 score is required for admittance.
• Notarized I-134 affidavit of support form.
• Certified bank letter of verification. Sponsor must show a minimum of $16,000 US in his/her account. If self-sponsored, student must show a minimum of $30,000 in his/her account.
• Employment verification form. Sponsor must show a minimum of $30,000 annually.
• A $100.00 application process fee (certified check or money).
• After I-20 form has been issued, applicant should submit the I-20, the I-539*, a $195.00 fee (money order or certified check payable to: USCIS) and other necessary document along with
• I-20 to the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS, formerly INS) for status change approval. (Note: Please allow 6 to 12 months for INS to process a change of status application.)

All international students must provide proof of health insurance or purchase health insurance through the City Colleges of Chicago at the time of registration.

When the proper documents have been submitted and approved, the International Admissions Office will issue an I-20 form to the applicant.

* forms may be acquired from the International Admissions Office at each City College.

Visit the City Colleges of Chicago International Student Website to get more information

Foreign Transcripts Evaluation Process

Required Documentation

• Official educational credentials for all study completed, beginning with secondary school (please see the list under 2 below for additional Country-Specific Documentation).
• One complete set of clear, legible photocopies of all academic credentials submitted for evaluation.
• Photocopies of an official English translation for all non-English documents submitted for evaluation.
• A curriculum or plan of studies for all academic work completed beyond secondary school.
• A syllabus or other type of official documentation indicating the content of all courses studied beyond secondary school.
  

City Colleges of Chicago reserves the right to request original documents and/or documents to be sent directly to us by the issuing institution.

Country-Specific Documentation

City Colleges of Chicago Catalog Match Evaluation Report

Your report will include a breakdown of all courses taken (if you are seeking transfer credit admission to an undergraduate program), a US credit and grade equivalent, a grade point average (GPA), and the CCC course equivalent. Your report may also include additional information regarding course content needed by CCC. Your evaluation report will identify the institution(s) attended, dates of attendance, credentials received, and the US equivalent of each credential you submit.

Evaluation reports are completed in fifteen to twenty business days, upon receipt of all necessary documentation.

Download the Foreign Credential Evaluation Application (PDF)

For questions or further information, please call Hamadi Beloch at the District Office 312.553.3441.

Visit the City Colleges of Chicago International Student Website to get more information

Applying for your Visa

Applicants who wish to study in the United States must go through process of obtaining a Form I-20 to obtain an F-1 visa (student visa).

A nonimmigrant is an alien who is a citizen or permanent resident of their home country who seeks temporary entry to the United States for a specific purpose. An F-1 student is a nonimmigrant holding an F-1 visa who is pursuing a full course of study in the US towards a specific educational goal at an academic institution approved by the United States Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS, formerly INS) to offer courses of study to such students, and has been enrolled in SEVIS (the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System).

A student obtains F-1 status using the Form I-20 issued by the SEVIS approved school. The Form I-20 is a three page government form containing demographic and program information required by USCIS. Authorized SEVIS schools enter this information into the SEVIS database. A Form I-20 issued by SEVIS contains a SEVIS bar code and a SEVIS student identification number.

Before the Form I-20 can be issued to the prospective student, the student is required to submit a completed International Student Admissions Data Form that includes academic criteria, financial documentation, application fees and transfer verification (when applicable).

After issuance of the Form I-20, the student may obtain F-1 status either by:

• Proceeding with the Form I-20 to the U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country and obtaining the F-1 visa before entering the United States.
• Or if the student is already in the United States, submitting the Form I-20 to USCIS for the processing of a change of status. Students that are already in the United States on a F-1 visa at an approved SEVIS institution seeking to transfer to one of the City Colleges of Chicago please visit our Transfer Applicants page.
  

Visit the City Colleges of Chicago International Student Website to get more information

International Student Responsibilities To Maintain F-1 Status

Student must:

• Be enrolled and maintain in a minimum of 12 credit hours during a semester
• Be enrolled a minimum of 6 credit hours during the summer semester (optional)
• Complete a degree in a maximum of six semesters (excluding summer) unless English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are required
• Inform International Admissions Office of any changes of address, plans to transfer or change of major.
• Notify International Admissions Office when considering withdrawing from classes, which may place the student below the required 12 credited hours
• Provide a copy of I-20 INS stamp approval to International Admissions Office
• Provide a current copy of Health insurance policy to International Admission Office
• Pay out-of-state tuition and fees at registration

Student is:

• Not eligible to enroll in free courses. Continuing Education or Non-Credit courses may be taken only if student has enrolled in a Full Course of Study
• Solely responsible for the I-20 and passport updates
• Not eligible for employment during the first academic year in the United States
• Eligible to work Off Campus due to financial "Unforeseen Circumstances" and only with authorization of the Designated School Official (PDSO)

A new student, who does not report or continuing student who does not register at their respective City College at the beginning of the semester will be Out of Status therefore, would lose F-1 status

Please Note*

A Student who has not paid tuition and fees in full will not be issued work permits, status letters, transcripts or I-20's signature for traveling departure

CCC does not offer scholarships or any other form of financial assistance, nor can the college arrange housing for international students

A currently enrolled student whose application is pending through INS for approval and is denied, hereby agrees that tuition and fees will not be refunded based on City Colleges of Chicago refund and procedure policies

Visit the City Colleges of Chicago International Student Website to get more information

Tuition

Current tuition is $291.61 per semester hour (subject to change) with a non-refundable fee of $25.00 per term. International students with student visas are required to register for a minimum of 12 semester hours per term. Full time students must also pay an activity fee of $100.00 for a total cost of $3,624.32 per term. (For every semester hour over 12 add $291.61) This covers only tuition. Tuition is payable in full at the time of the actual registration. No partial payments will be accepted.

All International Students under F1 status (student visa) attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago must have health insurance before they can register for classes. (no exceptions) Student must either purchase through their City College or provide proof of coverage through another company.

Fees

• Center for Distance Learning License Fee (no material): $30.00 per course taken via web, television or cassette, payable in addition to tuition and any other applicable fees.
  
  
• Miscellaneous Course Fees: Specific fees related to the costs of individual college-level, continuing education, special interest, and clock hour courses may be assessed in addition to any other listed tuition and fees.
  
  
• Lab Fees: $20.00 per course for College Credit Lab Courses (excluding Physical Education).
  
  
• Activity Fee: Spring and Fall - Full time (12 hrs or more) $100.00 per semester, Part time (less than 12 hrs) $50.00.
  Summer: Full Time (6 hrs or more) $50.00 per semester, Part time (less than 6 hrs) $25.00.
  

Charges
Registration Charges

• $25.00 per semester/term for regular college-level enrollments.
• $25.00 per semester/term for vocational skills course (no program/course).
• $25.00 per semester/term for continuing education courses.
• $25.00 per semester/term for pre-credit courses.
  Note: Students concurrently enrolled in credit, continuing education, or pre-credit classes will pay a $25.00 registration charge per semester/term.

Transcript Charges

• $0 for first transcript, unless same day service is requested.
• $5.00 for each transcript issued after first [free] transcript including Continuing Education transcripts.
• $10.00 per transcript for same day service.

Other Charges

• $100.00 non-refundable charge for I-20 application processing for regular college-level enrollments. Upon registration, half of the $100.00 charge [$50.00] will be credited toward tuition costs.
• $25.00 per check returned for NSF [non-sufficient funds].
• $5.00 for student I.D. card replacement.
• $20.00 for graduation assessed at the time of application for graduation.
  

Visit the City Colleges of Chicago International Student Website to get more information

 Annual Estimate of Tuition and Expenses for International Students

*This is an estimate and is subject to change without notice.

Current tuition is $266.20 per semester hour (subject to change) with a non-refundable fee of $25.00 per term. International students with student visas are required to register for a minimum of 12 semester hours per term. Full time students must also pay an activity fee of $100.00 for a total cost of $3,319.40 per term (For every semester hour over 12 add $266.20). This covers only tuition. Tuition is payable in full at the time of the actual registration. No partial payments will be accepted.

(TWO SEMESTERS = 24 CREDIT HOURS)

Important Notes:

1. Students will receive a CTA U-Pass good for public transportation.
   
   
2. F-I visa holders are not authorized to work except under extreme conditions, which arise after the student has enrolled and only after appropriate approval has been granted. Spouses of F-I students are not permitted to work under any circumstances.
   
   
3. If applicant is married and would like to bring his/her spouse and children, a proportionately larger amount of funds must be certified ($6,000.00 per dependent).
   
   
4. All International Students under F1 status (student visa) attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago must have health insurance before they can register for classes. (no exceptions) Student must either purchase through their City College or provide proof of coverage through another company.
   

*** TUITION AND FEES MAY BE PAID IN ADVANCE ***
*** ON-CAMPUS LIVING FACILITIES ARE NOT AVAILABLE ***

Visit the City Colleges of Chicago International Student Website to get more information