International Students
We welcome international students to Westmoreland!
Deadlines for F-1 Applicants
- Fall semester- July 15th
- New Students Spring Semester - November 15
- Transfer Students Spring Semester - December 15
Requirements
- Passport
- Westmoreland Application
- Acknowledgment of F-1 student responsibilities
- An original, official or attested for, Secondary School and College/University transcript
(if applicable) or record with an English Translation
- Note: For Foreign College/University transcripts, a course-by-course evaluation should
be completed. The evaluation should be processed by a curriculum translations organization
that is approved by the the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
(www.naces.org).
- Membership list here
- Any diplomas, certifications, or comprehensive examinations should also be included.
- Note: For Foreign College/University transcripts, a course-by-course evaluation should
be completed. The evaluation should be processed by a curriculum translations organization
that is approved by the the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
(www.naces.org).
- English Language Proficiency Test- Official TOEFL/IELTS scores should be submitted.
- Minimum Scores are as follows:
- TOEFL paper examination- 500 or higher
- TOEFL internet based examination- 61 or higher
- IELTS- 5 or higher
- Minimum Scores are as follows:
- Financial Documentation- Official documents that state that you have the financial
support to pay for two semesters (24 credits) of tuition and related expenses as well
as living expenses. Acceptable documents include:
- Bank Statements with a signature of a bank official on bank letterhead indicating
that you have the financial support to cover the Annual Minimum Expenses list below,
or an amount of $28,000, and that the account is in good standing.
- Bank statements dating back 12 months could be requested
- The above mentioned documentation from a person who agrees to be your financial sponsor
and completes an Affidavit of Support.
- Affidavit of Support- required to be notarized by a Notary of Public or first class magistrate if someone other than the student is financing their education.
- Bank Statements with a signature of a bank official on bank letterhead indicating
that you have the financial support to cover the Annual Minimum Expenses list below,
or an amount of $28,000, and that the account is in good standing.
- Proof of secured housing in the United States within two weeks of arrival. Students will need to provide a copy of a lease or deed if they are renting/buying or a notarized letter if they are living with a family member/spouse/friend. Housing must be in Westmoreland, Fayette or Indiana County.
- Proof of health insurance- Health insurance must be secured within two weeks of arrival.
Transfer Students
Transfer students will need to provide the following in addition to the above documents:
- F-1 Student Transfer Form
- Copy of I-20 from current college or university
- Copy of I-94
- Current college or university transcript
Annual Minimum Expenses
- Estimated Tuition and Fees - $14, 700
- Books= $800
- Cost of living (housing, food, transportation) = $20,000
- Health Insurance = $1,000
New International Students
- Set up MyWestmoreland email
- Meet with your academic advisor
- Attend all international student orientations and meetings
Au Pair Students
Westmoreland County Community College offers au pairs an opportunity to fulfill their visa educational requirement by enrolling in non-credit classes. Learn more about Continuing Education.
Housing Options for students from China -- Please email Future IntEdu at jiang@studyatus.com for more information.