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Why Shoreline Community College?
Approximately 1,000international studentsfrom more than 55countries attend Shoreline.
GRADUATE SUCCESS
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Every internationalstudent is able to
receive 1:1 attentionfrom our faculty
advisors. Advisors helpstudents pick their
classes, choose an areaof study, and find
universities to transfer toafter Shoreline.
1:1Shoreline students havetransferred to over 200
universities in theUnited States, including
Cornell, University ofWashington, New YorkUniversity, and all of theUniversity of California
schools.
COST ON-CAMPUS HOUSING
Live with your peers in awelcoming environmentthat supports your growthand success at Shoreline.
Save up to $40,000 peryear in tuition fees byattending Shoreline
instead of a four-yearuniversity.
LOCATIONSeattle, Washington is consistently ranked as a top U.S.city to live in! With Fortune 500 companies likeStarbucks, Amazon, Boeing, and Microsoft basedhere, Seattle is a a hub for innovation and opportunity.
CAMPUS ENVIRONMENTOur beautiful campus is often described by ourstudents as a park-like environment that is aquiet and safe place to study.
WORK OPPORTUNITIESOver 150 international students find on-campusjobs each year in positions including studenttutoring, book store, peer mentors, and many more,
TRANSFER GUARANTEESShoreline has partnerships with over 25 differentuniversities around the United States (and France)that guarantee you admission after you receive yourAssociate's degree.
need even more reasons?
2RANKED #2 IN THE
STATE OFWASHINGTON FORBEST COMMUNITY
COLLEGE(WALLETHUB, 2019)
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Next StepsCongratulations on your acceptance to Shoreline Community College! Use this step-by-step guide to complete your enrollment. If you have any questions or need help, [email protected]
Obtain Student Visa
Find Housing
Arrange Transportation
Attend Orientation
Incoming New International Students:After you have received your I-20, apply for your visa. Start this process early!You can apply up to 120 days before your start date. Your first step is payingthe SEVIS fee. Print your receipt. Next, complete the visa application fromDS-160. PAY CLOSE ATTENTION to what you put on your DS-160. It shouldmatch your I-20. Mistakes on the DS-160 can lead to visa denials.For more guidance visit:shoreline.edu/international/admission/once-accepted-outside-us.aspx
Shoreline offers on-campus housing in our residence hall for anystudent 17 years old or older, on a first come, first serve basis. Otherhousing options include: homestay, where you live with an Americanfamily, or share an apartment or house.
There are several ways to reach the campus once you are here. Youcan sign up for the free Shoreline airport pickup service here:shoreline.formstack.com/forms/airport_pickup, or you can use the bus,a taxi, Uber/Lyft, or ShuttleExpress.com.
You are required to attend International Student Orientation.Orientation includes English placement, math testing, and classregistration with advisors. Your family or your agent is also welcometo attend.
Incoming U.S. Transfer Students:Inform your current U.S. school that you are transferring to Shoreline. Askthem to release your ACTIVE status to Shoreline Community College(SEA214F00184000) as soon as possible, and no later than the first day oforientation.
Housing
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Shoreline's newest and most convenient housing option is now available to Shoreline students whoare 17 years or older! Located in the heart of the College’s 83 acres, the new building features 68 unitsthat house over 200 beds with shared living rooms and kitchens. Furnishings, utilities, and 24/7 securityare all included in the monthly rent! This is the closest living option possible and allows students toget to any class by walking 10 minutes or less. For a virtual tour, application, and other information, visit 7000campusliving.com
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING
International students often begin their experience inthe United States by doing a homestay, which meansliving with a local American family. Students usuallyhave a private bedroom and meals are sometimesincluded. This is a great way to practice your Englishand experience American living.
HOMESTAY For non-homestay off-campus housing options,you can search online for available rentals onany of these sites:
OTHER HOUSING OPTIONS
ABODE+1 206-527-8654www.abodehomestay.com USA International+1 425-483-5974www.ushomestay.com American Homestay Network+1 425-285-4402www.homestaynetwork.com
We recommend three agencies:
*For students choosing to select their own off-campushousing, we recommend considering housing options within5 miles of campus. Students may also want to considerproximity to bus lines when choosing a housing option.
ZillowRent.comTrulia
Apartments.comHotpadsHomes.com
If you have demonstratedEnglish proficiency (seechart), you may be eligibleto enroll directly intocollege-level English or beplaced in advanced Englishlanguage courses: Englishfor Academic Purposes(EAP). While taking EAPcourses, most students canalso take regular collegeclasses that do not have anEnglish prerequisite. If you do not qualify forESL exemption you will berequired to take ourplacement test duringorientation.
English ProficiencyT Y P E O F
A S S E S S M E N T T E S TE X E M P T P A T H W A Y
TOEFL
IELTS
CAMBRIDGE IGCSE
A & O LEVELS
SAT
ACT
Required minimum total score
Requiredminimum
writing score
Required minimum total score
Requiredminimum
writing score
70 20
5.5 6.0
A, B, or C
in English
460 in Reading
and Writing
19 in Reading
and English
D in English
1558
5.05.0
Medical InsuranceINDUSRY >Federal and state laws require that international students maintain adequate health insurance while
attending Shoreline. In the United States, individuals are responsible for their own health care expenses. Weoffer students a very comprehensive insurance policy, giving students access to outstanding medicalfacilities and providing protection against the substantial costs of health care here. Most private insurancefrom your home country will not provide adequate coverage if you have any injury or illness.
Insurance is provided by:
How and when do I pay?The cost will be added to yourtuition and fees each quarter.You will pay after you registerfor classes.
How do I use the insurance?Insurance cards will beavailable through theLewerMark student portal. Youwill take the card with you whenyou visit a doctor.
How much does it cost?For current cost per quarter andmore information, you may visit:info.lewermark.com/shoreline
FOR MORE ACCEPTED TESTS AND INFORMATION, VISIT:SHORELINE.EDU/INTERNATIONAL/ADMISSION/TOEFL-IELTS.ASPX
Orientation
Travel InformationINDUSRY >
Shoreline Community College is about 10 miles (16 kilometers) north of downtown Seattle. There are several ways to reach campus and the surrounding area.
TO SEE A SAMPLE ORIENTATION SCHEDULE, VISIT:SHORELINE.EDU/INTERNATIONAL/ORIENTATION/DEFAULT.ASPX
SEA
Use AirportCode:
FLY TO SEATTLE, WASHINGTON TRANSPORTATION FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
Homestay Students:Contact your homestay agency to arrange airport pick-up.
All Other Students:
Take English and mathplacement testsMeet with your academicadvisorRegister for classes
Learn how to maintain yourF-1 statusGet your student IDMeet your classmatesPay tuitionTour campus and Seattle
Use a car ride app, such as Uber or Lyft. You may also use a bus service, such as Go Shuttle Express.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I open a bankaccount with a
local U.S. bank?
Yes, international students areeligible to open bank accounts.
You will need your passportand I-20.
How can I paytuition?
You can pay your tuition bydebit/credit cards (Visa or
MasterCard), cash, personalcheck, and wire transfer at the
Cashier's Office.
When do I registerfor classes and
pay tuition?
New students register forclasses during orientation.Tuition is due by the first
day of the classes.
Do I have to attendorientation?
YES! Orientation is required forall new students (including
transfer-in students) to prepareyou for your first day of classes
and give you information onhow to be a successful student
at Shoreline.
What should Ibring to
orientation?
Your passport, U.S.address, a credit or debit
card for the math placementtest fee, and your Englishproficiency score report, if
you have one.
What if my I-20says "Language
Training?"
You did not submit an Englishproficiency score or your scoresdid not meet our requirements.
Upon completion of ESL ordemonstrating English
proficiency, you will be issued a Pathway or Associate level
I-20. Submit a score report to:[email protected] do I choose a
homestay family?
You will answer questions onyour homestay application
regarding your preferences.This information will help the
homestay agencies match youwith one of their host families.
If I use Shoreline'sI-20 to get a visa,
do I have to attendShoreline?
Yes, failure to report to theschool whose I-20 you areusing to enter the United
States is a violation ofimmigration rules and can
cause immigrationproblems.
