International Students Program (ISP)
Antelope Valley College welcomes international students to apply for associate degrees and associate degrees for transfer! Antelope Valley College is a comprehensive community college in the California Community College System dedicated to providing services to a broad range of students with a variety of educational goals. Antelope Valley College is dedicated to providing educational programs and services as expressed in the California Master Plan for Higher Education. The College is committed to equal educational opportunity and reinforces that commitment through a program of active affirmation of diversity.
Deadlines for scholarship applications are available from Financial Aid. Health insurance is mandatory for all international students prior to the start of your first term at Antelope Valley College Prospective students must complete the necessary Admissions Requirements
Prospective sponsors of an international student or the international student requesting Antelope Valley College to issue an I-20 for an F-1 International Student Visa must fulfill all International Student Admissions Requirements for the college in time to successfully add courses during the desired semester. We recommend that prospective international students follow the suggested application deadlines as indicated below. Applications received after the deadline will be reviewed but are not guaranteed consideration.
Application Suggested Deadlines:
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Due Date |
Fall Semester |
July 1st |
Spring Semester |
January 1st |
Summer Session |
May 1st |
International Student Program (Admissions Forms)
International Student Information | |
Sponsor Form | |
Transfer Request Form (Only if transferring from another U.S. School, College or University) |
International Student Resources
Student and Exchange Visa Program
Foreign Transcript Evaluation
Antelope Valley College Requires:
- The student must contact a listed foreign evaluation agency for an application. Click here: NACES
- The student must arrange a word-for-word translation to English of their foreign transcript (AVC does not provide this service)
- An official evaluation from a listed foreign evaluation agency (evaluation must be sealed to be official)
- AVC will only allow credit for lower division coursework
International Student Program FAQ:
I've been accepted! What are my next steps?
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When will I receive my I-20?
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How do I apply for an F-1 Student Visa?
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What is an I-901 fee, and how do I pay?
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How do I report changes in my personal information or program of study?
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What documents do I need when entering the U.S.?
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When should I arrive in the U.S.?
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How do I register for classes?
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How many units do I need to enroll in to maintain my F-1 visa status?
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What happens if I take more than 3 units online?
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How do I maintain my F-1 visa status? To maintain F-1 status, you must:
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How do I pay for tuition and fees? You will need to pay tuition and fees before classes begin. Payment methods may include:
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Do I need to buy health insurance?
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How do I open a bank account in the U.S.? To open a U.S. bank account, visit a local bank with:
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Do I need to take an English proficiency test like TOEFL or IELTS to study at a California community college? Applicants can demonstrate English proficiency by fulfilling one of the following criteria:
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Are there any dormitories or other housing on the AVC campus? Antelope Valley College does not provide on-campus housing, so you'll need to look for off-campus options:
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Can I travel during my studies?
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Can I work while I hold a F-1 visa?
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What is a Social Security Number (SSN), and do I need one?
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How can I access campus services as an international student? Antelope Valley College provides a variety of services to support international students:
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What happens if I fall behind in my studies?
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What is OPT and how do I file? Optional Practical Training (OPT) is temporary employment that is directly related to the student's major.
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