91快播

To answer this question, consider these things:

• International students must be responsible for their own housing and transportation arrangements.
  • 91快播 does not have student dormitories or apartments. For independent housing information please see our Housing and Apartment Resource List.
  • There is very little public transportation to and from our main campus. We are located 3 miles (5km) from the nearest town. We are located on a highway where cars drive at speeds of 55mph (89kph). In the winter temperatures can reach -20° F (-30° C). These conditions make walking or use of bicycle as transportation inadvisable.
  • For more information about transportation please review the for information on public transportation and the for information on laws regarding driving and owning vehicles in the USA.
• 91快播 (91快播) is a two-year, state (public) college and is part of Minnesota State. 91快播 is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
  • As a technical college, 91快播's mission is education for employment and achieves this by providing practical, hands-on training for very specific careers. Employment for international (F1) students is not guaranteed and dependent on students meeting federal visa requirements.
  • Technical Colleges are comparable to Community Colleges, however options for transferring to a university will not be as available as a they would be in attending a community college.
  • 91快播 has over 50 different programs of study/majors to pick from. See our list of Programs and Majors to see if we offer the career training you are seeking. NOTE: International students should not consider pursuing a program that can be done entirely online (those indicated by a world/globe icon).
  • 91快播's programs can lead to certificates, diplomas, Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Science (AS) degrees. 91快播 does not award Bachelor's degrees.
• 91快播 does not have ESL/ESOL classes. Students must provide supporting documentation of being proficient in the American English language before being accepted.
• 91快播 is located in — a Twin Cities (Minneapolis-Saint Paul) suburb in the southeast corner of the metropolitan area.
• 91快播 hosts international athletes that meet the international admissions requirements. For more information on playing for a 91快播 sports team, please .
• 91快播 F1 international population on average is 10 students.

91快播 does not offer English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL or ESL) courses for international students. Consequently, international student applicants must demonstrate proficiency of the English language prior to being accepted to the college.

Acceptable Forms of Proof of English Proficiency:

• If Outside of the United States:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
    • Score of 61 on internet-based test, 173 on the computer test or 500 on the paper test.
    • Scores must be two years old or less
    • Official score report sent directly from TOEFL is required (copies from students are not accepted).
    • TOEFL information can be found on the .
    • 91快播's TOEFL institutional code is 7231.
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
    • Score of 5.5 is required
    • Scores must be two years old or less
    • Official score report sent directly from IELTS is required (copies from students are not accepted)
    • IELTS information can be found on the .
  • Minnesota English Language Program (MELP) at the University of Minnesota
    • Successful completion of Advanced ESL classes - Level 3
    • Scores must be within the past three years
    • Official letter from MELP sent directly to 91快播 stating completion of the Level 3 Advanced ESL classes
    • MELP information can be found on the
  • Duolingo English Test
    • Score of 88 or higher is required
    • Scores must be two years old or less
    • Official score report sent directly from Duolingo required (copies from students are not accepted)
    • Duolingo information can be found online at

• If already in the United States:
  • ACCUPLACER Next Generation Reading Comprehension score of 230
    • Scores must be three years old or less. Get information on ACCUPLACER.
    • Official score report is required, sent directly to 91快播 from the institution that administered the exam
  • An official transcript showing a college-level English Composition course taken at a regionally accredited United States college or university with a grade of "C" or better.
  • Successful graduation from a U.S. high school located in the United States of America.
  • SAT or ACT official score report
    • SAT: Score of 480+ in Evidence Based Writing portion
    • ACT: Must have both a 21+ in Reading portion AND an 18+ in English portion

All of the following requirements must be met by the admissions deadlines to be accepted to the college and before an I-20 form is issued. NOTE: Acceptance to certain programs is on a first-come, first-served, space-available basis. International students will not be accepted to programs that can be done entirely online.

International Student Admission Deadlines

Students outside the US:

• June 1 for Fall semester
• October 1 for Spring semester

Students with F1 Visa inside the US applying to transfer to 91快播:

• July 1 for Fall semester
• November 1 for Spring semester

91快播 does not accept international students to start in Summer semester.

Admissions Steps

• All Applicants
  • Complete and submit the 91快播 International Student Application for Admissions:
    Printable Application |
  • Pay the one-time, nonrefundable $20 USD Application Fee
  • Provide official proof of English Proficiency that meets 91快播's published guidelines in the section above
  • Complete and submit the Financial Responsibility Form and all supporting documentation
    • Must include one month of original, certified, notarized bank statements in English and USD (including bank stamp/seal) showing proof of $27,976.聽 Bank statement must be dated within 6 months of the semester start date.聽If that is not possible, then please contact your International Student Admissions Representative for follow up requirements as you may need to submit documents twice.
    • If financial support will be provided by someone other than you, bank statements according to the above bullet and a notarized are required.
    • All documents must be dated within 6 months of the application date.
  • Provide copy of passport (must be valid within 6 months of acceptance)
  • Provide copy of birth certificate or visa
  • Provide proof of high school completion (copy of high school certificate/transcript, secondary leaving certificate). Must have certified translation into English
  • Provide documentation (records are needed) of immunization and vaccination history
    • Measles Mumps Rubella Vaccination
    • Tetanus vaccination that is less than 10 years old
  • Read and sign the International Contract
• In addition to the above, students transferring from another U.S. college with an active F1 Visa:
  • Provide an F-1 Transfer Form
  • Provide a copy of original I-20
  • Provide a copy of visa and a copy of I-94 form
  • Send official U.S. college transcripts
  • Courses/degrees taken or completed at non-U.S. colleges or universities can be sent to OR for U.S. equivalency evaluation if student is seeking transfer credit
• In addition to the above, students transferring from another U.S. college who are currently out of status also need:
  • Provide an F-1 Transfer Form
  • Provide a copy of original I-20
  • Provide a copy of visa and a copy of I-94 form
  • Send official U.S. college transcripts
  • Courses/degrees taken or completed at non-U.S. colleges or universities can be sent to OR for U.S. equivalency evaluation if student is seeking transfer credit
  • Must . Registering for classes will be dependent on the USCIS approving request for reinstatement.
• Persons changing their visa status need to complete all admissions requirements above, as well as:
  • Provide a copy of current visa and a copy of their I-94 form
  • Send official U.S. college transcripts (if applicable)
  • Courses/degrees taken or completed at non-U.S. colleges or universities can be sent to OR for U.S. equivalency evaluation
  • Upon being accepted to 91快播, person must apply for . Registering for classes is dependent on approval of status change.

All admissions documents can be sent to Admissions@dctc.edu or mailed to: 91快播 Admissions, 1300 145^th St. E., Rosemount, Minn. 55125

Congratulations on your acceptance to 91快播. We are excited to welcome you to our community, to our campus, and to our classrooms. Before you begin, there is important information that you need to know and steps that you need to complete to be successful. More information about the international student process can be found on the .

Please be aware acceptance to 91快播 does not guarantee you will be granted a student visa to study in the United States. You are responsible for registering with the USCIS as an international student and applying for a Student Visa. Below lists the steps to apply for the visa.

Applying for a Student Visa:

• Receive your I-20. An I-20 Form and an acceptance letter will be sent directly to the international student at the address provided. This document is needed to apply for a student visa and enter the USA.
• Purchase mailing slip. Students are required to This ensures that you are able to track your admissions package. To start, sign up for a student account.
• Pay the SEVIS Fee. Once you have received your I-20 you must pay the $350 SEVIS fee. This needs to be completed prior to their appointment at an U.S. embassy or consulate office. You can
• Contact US Embassy to request a visa interview. Once the SEVIS fee is paid, international students must contact the in their county to arrange for a visa appointment. (Canadian Students Exempt).

Planning for your Arrival – If the F-1 student visa is granted.

International students students can arrive no earlier than 30 days before the start date listed on the I-20

• Purchase plane ticket: Inform International Advisor of arrival date. You will be provided additional contact information to be able to contact the International Advisor if issues occurring when going through US Customs and Boarder.
  • Consider reviewing the airport you will be arriving in website for information on the process and layout of Customs.
  • You will need transportation upon arriving in the Minneapolis Airport to bring you to your destination. There are taxis for hire at the airport.
  • The closest hotels cost between $75-$150 USD per night.
• Confirm housing: Housing – it is the responsibility of the student to locate housing. 91快播 does not offer on campus living. Housing should be located before arriving in the US. Resources to find housing include:
  • 91快播 Housing Resources page
  • 
    * Look for housing in the follow cities located in Minnesota, Inver Grove Heights, Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Hastings, Farmington, South St. Paul.
  • Consider purchasing renters insurance to protect yourself in case of fire or theft. Most apartments requires tenants to purchase an insurance plan.
    Common companies used: State Farm, Geico, Allstate and Progressive
• Determine Transportation: there is a limited bus route (public transportation) that students living in Apple Valley and Rosemount can utilize. More information can be found on the .
• Riding a bicycle is discouraged as the highway that 91快播 is located on has heavy traffic driving at speeds upwards 60MPH (97 KMH)
• You may need to consider purchasing a vehicle. If you decide to drive you will need to obtain a Minnesota Drivers Licenses. International Drivers License can only be used for a short amount of time.
  • If you purchase a vehicle you will need to purchase insurance.
  • It is a crime to own and operate a vehicle in the US without insurance.
  • You can before you arrive.
    • You will need to meet with the International Advisor to obtain the needed documents when you are ready to apply for the driver’s license.

Upon arrival – the student should contact one of the International Student Admissions Advisors (see below) to arrange for an appointment to pay for insurance and register for orientation.

• Provide the Office of Admissions a copy of your signed and stamped I-20 Form, F-1 visa and your I-94 customs form (received at a U.S. airport).
• Pay the international health insurance fee.
• Take the ACCUPLACER Course Placement test prior to registering for classes.
• Attend International Orientation and Registration session. More information will be sent in your admissions package.
• International students are required to be enrolled full time every semester during their stay. Work with an Academic Advisor to register for at least 12 credits. 9 credits must be in person.
• Pay the first semester’s tuition and fees immediately after registering for classes.
• Pay the premium for the required Health Insurance for International Students
• Abide by college policies regarding student conduct and satisfactory academic progress standards.

Maintaining Status and Graduation

• International students must make an appointment and meet with the International Advisor to register for classes every semester.
• Every August students must purchase the annual insurance plan.
• If traveling outside of the US students MUST meet with an International Advisor to have their I-20 signed. Failure to get the I-20 signed will result in a student being denied reentry into the USA.