Prospective Students

• Application Deadline Dates
• Prospective Students from Abroad
• Transfer Students from U.S. Schools
• Transient Students from Another College
• English for Academic Purposes
• Intensive English Program
• Health Insurance
• Housing
• Life in Orlando

Welcome to Valencia Community College! Since our founding in 1967, Valencia Community College has been "about" one thing: helping students become as successful as possible in their classes, careers and lives. And from this premise, we have grown to become a multi-campus college serving over 52,000 students a year.

International Student Services (ISS) assist international students from over 93 nations and we are excited about your interest in attending Valencia Community College. Staff in this office will help you with the admission process, documentation, academic advising, and other individual needs. ISS also offers an array of workshops to better acquaint you with visa requirements and options available for international students.

Application Deadline Dates

Prospective Students from Abroad

If you currently reside outside of the United States, please complete the International Student Application Packet and submit your application fee. Upon receipt of the information, a College representative will contact you via email. Please ensure you have a working email address on your application form.

Transfer Students from U.S. Schools

If you are currently enrolled in a US College or University, please complete the International Student Application Packet and submit your application fee. Upon receipt of the information, a College representative will contact you via email. Please ensure you have a working email address on your application form.

Transient Students from Another College

You may be admitted to Valencia as a non-degree seeking student if you are seeking a degree from another institution and desire to take a course at Valencia as a transient student. Although, you are not required to submit a transcript of your other college records in order to attend Valencia, you must have a transient form from your "home" college or university, a copy of your SEVIS I-20, passport page, visa page, and I-94. Complete only the Application for Admission portion of the packet and pay a non-refundable $35.00 application fee.

English for Academic Purposes

English for Academic Purposes is a credit English program for speakers of other languages. The program is designed to bring English skills to a level that will help students be successful in college courses. EAP is designed for students who have some background in English.

Intensive English Program

You may attend the Intensive English Program at the Center for Global Languages as a non-degree seeking student. Classes are available for all levels from beginner through advanced.

Health Insurance

As part of the admission process, students in F-1 status must purchase health insurance coverage provided through Valencia and must maintain this health insurance coverage during their entire period of study at Valencia.

Housing

One of the most important things you will need to take care of before you start your studies in the United States is finding a place to live. This is an important decision since it will be one of your biggest expenses and will affect your personal and academic adjustment. Everyone is happiest and most productive in surroundings that are comfortable to them. In general, the amount you spend for housing should be limited to one-fourth or one-third of the total amount you have planned to spend on living expenses. If the cost is one-half of your budget or more, you may be spending too much.

It is especially important to consider location in selecting your housing. If you live farther than walking distance from the campus, it may prove to be inconvenient unless you are close to public transportation or you have a car.

Valencia Community College is a commuter school and therefore does not offer student housing. The College assumes no responsibility for any housing arrangements made by students; we provide this information only to help you get started with your search:

The following web site may help you find apartments and other housing options close to the campus you will be attending: http://www.forrent.com . When conducting your search, you can select Valencia East or Valencia West areas. If attending the Winter Park Campus, choose "Winter Park" and "Maitland" areas; for Osceola Campus, choose "Kissimmee."

If you would prefer to live with a family during your stay, the International Housing Placement Service (IHPS) may be able to assist you: http://www.ihpshomestays.com/ . IHPS is a private company and is not associated with Valencia Community College; the contact is provided here only as information about alternative housing possibilities, and any arrangements you choose to make are strictly between you (the student) and IHPS.

Valencia Community College does not offer, endorse, or bear responsibility for any student housing.

Life in Orlando

Ever-changing and ever-growing, Orlando possesses many diverse features that seamlessly mesh in one ideal destination. Theme parks and first-rate tourist attractions stand alongside a wide array of cultural venues, promising something for everyone. Orlando is known as "The City Beautiful." Lush landscaping and pristine natural areas are accompanied by more than 300 lakes and rivers, wildlife-filled preserves and parks, and well-manicured public spaces and gardens. Dining options are plentiful as well, and restaurants range from casual to upscale, economical to pricey, and fast-food to gourmet.

Ranked as one of the nation's fastest growing areas, Orlando boasts a population of 1.7 million, making it the ideal place for businesses to recruit qualified employees. Tourism, in particular, comprises a large part of Orlando's economic base, bolstered by more than 95 attractions and 110,000 hotel rooms. Beyond leisure, the city attracts major corporate headquarters, including those of Signature Flight Services and Indra Systems, Inc. Manufacturing plants, communication companies, and high-tech research enterprises also call the area home, tapping into one of the country's top ten business locations.

Things to do in Orlando will give you detailed information on events and tour tickets, nightlife, resturants, shopping, sights, museums, activities and much, much more. Thanks to a diverse business and tourism base, Orlando continues to grow beyond even its current bounds. The energy that drives such growth helps make it an ideal spot to live, study, and work.

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