Erie Community College, State University of New York

To provide a smooth transition for the international student, Erie Community College provides an International Student Advisor, whose office is located at the North Campus. Prior to registration, the advisor will assist in the completion of the F-1 status forms. Federal regulations pertaining to international student admissions, as outlined in Erie Community College’s Charter l-17, are summarized below:

1. Language Proficiency: Prior to an international student’s acceptance at the college, the applicant must demonstrate a certain level of proficiency in the English language. This proficiency, a score of 460 (computer 140) or above on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), will be assessed either at a site in the student’s native country or in a testing session administered by the Educational Testing Service of Princeton, N.J.
2. Conditional Acceptance: For all students with a TOEFL score below 550 (computer 213 ), mandatory enrollment during the first semester of attendance in EN 132 Reading; Writing" and "EN 142 Oral; Aural” is required. Satisfactory completion of both courses during the first semester is mandatory.
3. Matriculation: Until English proficiency is attained, the student will matriculate in the General Studies curriculum.
4. Financial Responsibility: At the time their visas are issued, international students must prove to the U.S. consul that they can adequately finance their stay in the United States. Financial aid is not available for international students.
5. Tuition and Fees: All tuition, fees, and health insurance for the semester must be paid prior to registration. The I-20 will not be issued until all financial obligations are met.
6. Administrative Fee: An administrative fee is charged to each international student attending ECC. The fee is added to the tuition bill received each semester. The fee assists the college in maintaining an International Resource Center.
7. Mandatory Health Insurance: International students should have their own Government National Health Insurance Coverage before entering the U.S. Students must submit a copy of their Government Health Insurance Card (front and back), as well as an "official" description of their health coverage, along with their International Student Application. Failure to provide Government National Health Insurance will require the student to pay for health insurance offered by Erie Community College.
8. Deadlines: All application materials, test scores, medical certificates, and supporting documents sent to ECC, TOEFL (460 minimum), are to be postmarked no later than May 31 for September admission and October 31 for January admission. The purpose of the deadline is to allow sufficient time to verify all official documents received and to report required information to the proper government agencies. Applications received after the deadline will be processed only if there is sufficient time for verification of documents and time for reporting to appropriate agencies.
9. Tuition: Tuition for one semester is approximately $3,500.00 USD. This does not include insurance, lab fees, books, or equipment.
10. Full-Time Enrollment: All F1 International students must maintain full-time enrollment (12 credits or more) through the semester.
11. Dormitory Facilities and Housing: Erie Community College does not have dormitory facilities. For a list of possible available housing, please contact the Dean of Students.
12. The Application: The International Application is not available on the web site. To receive an international application by mail, please write to:

    Erie Community College, North Campus
    International Student Office; G-128
    6205 Main Street, Amherst, New York 14221-7095
    U.S.A. or e-mail: rosolowski@ecc.edu

13. Return Application by postal mail: The International Student office does not accept a Fax or a computer e-mail application. The completed application should be mailed (post) to ECC:

    Erie Community College, North Campus
    International Student Office; G-128
    6205 Main Street, Amherst, New York 14221-7095
    U.S.A.