F-1 Visa Application
To apply to UCSC Extension as a full-time international student on an F-1 Visa:
1. Download the International Student Application Form.
2. Fill out the form and submit it with a credit card payment for the $150 non-refundable application fee. Certificate students must pay a one-time International Student Fee of $2,000. The student fee is refundable up to seven business days prior to the start of our programs, minus a $200 administrative fee.
3. Send, by mail, a financial statement from your bank account or a sponsor's bank account showing that you have sufficient funds to support you during your studies in the United States. You must also include a letter from your bank on bank letterhead stating that you have sufficient funds. For one year of studies, the financial statement must show a balance of at least $25,000 for the Certificate Programs or $38,000 for the Undergraducate Prep Program.
Send your completed application forms to:
International Student Advisor
UCSC Extension
2505 Augustine Drive, Suite 100
Santa Clara, CA 95054
F-1 Visa Application Deadlines
International student applications must be submitted by the following dates:
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Quarter |
If you are |
If you are |
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Winter |
December 10 |
November 15 |
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Spring |
March 10 |
February 15 |
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Summer |
May 15 |
May 1 |
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Fall |
August 10 |
July 15 |
We cannot accept this application by email. Please send all applications by regular mail.
F-1 Visa Application Process
If you are currently abroad:
After we receive your application, we will mail you the acceptance package with an I-20 form so that you may apply for your F-1 student visa. Please note that all I-20 forms are sent by U.S. airmail unless you request that we send it by express mail. There is a fee of $75 for express mail packages.
After you receive the I-20 form you must pay the SEVIS fee through the Web site www.fmjfee.com. Then, contact the nearest U.S. embassy to apply for the F-1 student visa. You will need to schedule an appointment for your visa interview. We will send you detailed instructions to help you prepare for the visa interview.
If you are currently in the U.S. on an F-1 Visa:
If you are currently attending another school on an F-1 student visa and wish to transfer to a UCSC Extension program, simply complete our application. We will send a transfer form with your acceptance package. Both you and the international student advisor from your previous school will complete sections of this form, and then submit it to our office.
If you are currently in the U.S., but not on an F-1 Visa:
If you are in the United States with a B1/B2 or F-2 visa and are interested in studying full-time at an American college or university, you cannot begin your studies until you file a change of status with the U.S. Customs and Immigration Service (USCIS) and the change of status has been approved.
If you are in the United States on another visa type that allows you to study, you may enroll in our courses as if you are a domestic student. Please note that it is your responsibility to research your visa requirements and maintain your visa status. You may enroll online at http://www.ucsc-extension.edu/enroll.
If you are in H-1B status and need to file a change of status application, please contact us as soon as possible and we will assist you.
International Student Fees
Application Fee: $150 (non-refundable) due at the time of application.
International Student Fees: $2000 due at the time of application for Certificate Students.
This fee is refundable up to seven calendar days before the session begins. A $200 administrative fee will apply.
Optional Express Mail Fee: $75 for immigration documents that overseas students wish to have express mailed.
Course Fees: Course fees vary depending on course selection; students must enroll in a minimum of 12 units.
Optional Practical Training Application Fee: $250 must be submitted with the OPT application.
Forms and Contact Information
• Change of Status Checklist
• How to Apply for an F-1 Visa Information Sheet
If you have additional questions, please contact the International Student Advisor at ia@ucsc-extension.edu or 1-408-861-3700.
Information regarding academic programs
For information regarding academic programs, please explore the program pages on this Web site or contact Program Support at (408) 861-3860
or Email: program@ucsc-extension.edu.
For more information concerning your F-1 visa application and U.S. Immigration regulations, visit:
US State Department website
Additional Resources
www.state.gov
www.uscis.gov
