CF.edu/international

COME TO FLORIDA.

STUDY IN THE U.S.

The College of Central Florida is located in the safe suburban community of Ocala, Florida. With a population of more than 50,000, Ocala is home to museums, movie theaters, shopping malls, nature trails and parks. You will enjoy our tropical weather, with hot and humid summers and mildly chilly winters. Ocala, the “Horse Capital of the World,” is home to famous horse farms that prepare horses for the Kentucky Derby and America’s Polo Cup. You can travel around Ocala by walking, bicycling, taxi cab or public bus.

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Ocala, FloridaNearest AirportOrlando International Airport

Distance to Airport124 km

Number of Students11,000

Number of International Students100

Housing OptionsCollege Square Apartments adjacent to campus

Application DeadlinesFall: July 1Spring: November 15 Summer: April 1

Estimated Costs*Tuition - $10,517 Living Expenses - $7,664 Books and Lab Fees - $1,132 Personal/Miscellaneous - $1,350 TOTAL - $20,663 (USD) *Per year for 24 credits. Amount subject to change.

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CF has a robust campus life. The college hosts national and international speakers, including authors, poets and experts on a variety of subjects. CF operates the Appleton Museum of Art, which has a permanent art collection of more than 16,000 objects. The college regularly hosts theatrical plays, foreign films and concerts. There are a variety of clubs for you to get involved in, from the student newspaper to honor society and pre-professional organizations. Student groups hold regular events including Club Rush, a health fair and an international food festival. Our athletic programs in softball, baseball, basketball and volleyball compete at the state and national levels. We also offer a variety of student recreation and fitness options in our gymnasium, athletic fields and swimming pool.

Campus LifeClubs And OrganizationsAfrican-American Student UnionBands and SymphoniesBrain Bowl, Academic Quiz TeamClub of Educational OpportunityCollege DemocratsCriminal Justice ClubEnvironmental ClubEquestrian ClubFlorida Future Educators of AmericaGay-Straight AllianceHonors InstituteImprints, Literary and Arts MagazineInternational Club

Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society

Psychology ClubSpeech and Debate TeamStudent GovernmentStudent Nurses AssociationStudent Physical Therapist Assistant

ClubStudents Anti-Violence Advocates Theatre and Musical TheatreTheatre/DramaVeterans Club

Campus Events Book ClubsClub RushConstitution DayEducational and Professional

WorkshopsGuest Lecture Series

Health FairsInternational Art ExhibitsInternational Film SeriesInternational Food FestivalStress BustersWorkshops

Varsity Sports Men’s BasketballWomen’s BasketballVolleyballWomen’s SoftballBaseball

Campus Facilities CF’s 134-acre Ocala Campus includes the Bryant Student Union, Cafeteria, Campus Security, Dassance Fine Arts Center, Webber Art Gallery, Stearns Learning Resources Center, Gymnasium, modern classrooms, swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, a bookstore and a post office.

Intramural Sports Flag FootballSoccerBasketballVolleyball

You will enjoy:• Pathways to transfer to distinguished

American universities

• Small classes

• Affordable tuition

• Free airport pick-up

• Free support services (tutoring, academic advising, library services, etc.)

• Sports teams, student clubs and on-campus activities

• A safe and modern campus with high-tech classrooms

“With a strong team of friendly, skilled professors and interesting activities and groups, CF makes everybody feel at home. There are many beautiful places on campus to relax and enjoy nature, and the college offers many opportunities for students to get help for courses such as math or English composition skills.”

- Lotte HellebuyckBelgium

Studying Biology

“I arrived in Florida not knowing what to expect. Participating in CF student events and activities, going to sports games and the hospitality from faculty, staff and advisors helped me get over my homesickness. I am thankful for the amazing experience and classes CF offered me, making my study abroad experience wonderful.”

- Tsun On ChanHong Kong

Studying Business Administration

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Associate in Art Transfer PathwaysAdvertising

Agriculture

Allied Health

Animal Science

Architecture

Art

Biology

Building Construction

Business Administration

Chemistry

Computer Science

Consumer and Family Science

Criminal Justice

Dentistry

Digital Media

Drama

Economics

Education

Engineering

English

Environmental Studies

Foreign Language

Forestry

History

Human Services

Humanities

Interior Design

Liberal Arts

Library Science

Mass Communications

Mathematics

Medical Technology

Medicine

Music

Nursing

Pharmacy

Philosophy

Physical Therapy

Physics

Political Science

Psychology

Public Relations

Religious Studies

Social Studies

Social Welfare

Sociology

Speech

Statistics

Veterinary Science

ACADEMIC PATHWAYS AT CF

The College of Central Florida is a public institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Florida’s higher education system is designed to allow students to successfully pursue a bachelor’s degree by first attending a community college and then transferring to a four-year university. Students who earn an A.A. degree at CF are guaranteed general admission into at least one of Florida’s 12 public universities.

When you earn your associate degree at CF, you are guaranteed admission to the University of Central Florida through DirectConnect™ to UCF and the University of South Florida through FUSE. Specific requirements apply; speak to your academic advisor for details.

CF is committed to your success. Whether you want to study English language courses, complete a two-year degree, or establish a foundation for a bachelor’s degree program, CF has an option for you. Together with CF, you will find a pathway to reach your goals.

Please visit »CF.edu/Programs for a current list of programs.

Associate in Science DegreesAccounting Technology

Agribusiness Management

Business Administration

Computer Information Technology

Criminal Justice Technology

Dental Assisting

Digital Media Technology

Early Childhood Education

Emergency Medical Services

Engineering Technology

Equine Studies

Health Information Technology

Medical Office Administration

Office Administration

Paralegal Studies

Physical Therapist Assistant

Radiography

Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s DegreesBachelor of Applied Science in

Businesses and Organizational ManagementAgribusiness Management Equine StudiesManagement Information SystemsHealth Care ManagementPublic Safety AdministrationLogistics and Supply Chain Management

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education

Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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housingENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSESCF offers language courses as an integral part of your academic degree program. We accept students at all English fluency levels and have courses to assist you with improving your English language skills in order to be successful in college-level courses. CF advisors will work with you to ensure that you are taking the courses appropriate for your level and receive the education you need in order to be successful.

You will take a placement exam upon arrival at CF in order to determine your English and math skill level. Based on the results of the placement test, students who are not ready for college-level courses will be placed in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or other preparatory courses. CF accepts TOEFL (61), IELTS (5.5) and STEP/EIKEN(2A) test scores, but they are not required. If you have the following scores, you will not be required to take the English portion of the placement test, but you will take the math sections. CF’s EAP program offers two levels of instruction in three skill areas: reading, writing and grammar, and speech and listening.

College Square Apartments are conveniently located adjacent to the CF Ocala Campus. Students can easily walk to classes and college facilities. Campus and housing facilities are in a safe location near shopping malls, banks and movie theaters.

The spacious, fully furnished apartments provide each student with a private bedroom and shared bathroom, living area, kitchen and dining area. Amenities include swimming pool, volleyball court, basketball court, computer lab, laundry facilities and mailboxes.College Square combines the best features of apartment living with convenience and economy in a home-away-from-home atmosphere. Cost: $445 per month for a 12-month lease.*

Move-in at College Square Apartments is Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. If you arrive after hours or on the weekend, you will need to stay in a hotel and pay for lodging and expenses until the next available move-in date.

FREE Airport Pick-upCollege of Central Florida provides free pick-up and transportation services for new international students at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Students are greeted by friendly and professional drivers and are then safely transported to College Square Apartments or a local Ocala address.

For more information, visit www.CFedu/intl-housing, call 352-237-3334 or email collegesquare@cf.edu.

*Additional costs include $445 deposit, $25 application fee and $35 key fee. The cost per month is subject to increase for less than a 12-month lease. Costs subject to change.

ESL/EAP Prep Course Sequence for F1 International Students

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Reading

Level I EAP0383C

ESL Combined Skills4 credits

Level I EAP0384C

ESL Grammar and Writing I4 credits

EAP0300C ESL Speech/Listening

4 creditsRecommended for students enrolled in

EAP0383C and EAP0384C

Level II EAP0484C

ESL Grammar and Writing II

4 credits

Level II EAP0480C

ESL Intermediate Combined Skills

4 credits

College Level ENC1101

English Composition I3 credits

Writing Speech and Listening

ReadingPERT* Course0-83 EAP0383C84-105 EAP0480C106+ ENC1101

WritingPERT* Course0-89 EAP0384C90-102 EAP0484C103+ ENC1101

*PERT test is given to new students at orientation.Students who show proof of the following scores will be placed into ENC1101: TOEFL 61+, IELTS 5.5+, STEP/EIKEN 2A+

Placement Test

Tuition at the College of Central Florida costs less than half of what you will pay to attend a public university and a third of what you will pay to attend a private university.

Estimated CostsTuition ..................................................................$10,517Living Expenses ..................................................... $7,664Books and Supplies ................................................$1,132Personal/Miscellaneous ......................................... $1,350Total .........................................................$20,663 (USD)

Tuition is an estimate based on 24 credit hours per year and is subject to change. Estimated costs cover fall and spring semesters only. Summer courses are optional and cost an additional $438.20 per credit hour. Costs subject to change.

ScholarshipsThe Florida Linkage program offers in-state tuition to students from the following countries: Brazil, Canada, Caribbean, China (including Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan), Costa Rica, France, Israel, Japan, Mexico and West Africa. Special requirements apply; learn more by clicking the scholarship link at CF.edu/international.

College of Central Florida offers more than $2 million in scholarships. Admitted students simply fill out one application to be eligible for scholarships that range from $500 to $2,500 per year. Additional scholarships are offered to students in the Honors Institute. Learn more at www.CF.edu/Honors. For more information, visit www.CF.edu/Scholarships.

To study at the College of Central Florida as an international student, applicants must first acquire Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status for Academic and Language Students) by completing the admission requirements below.

1. Online applicationGo to www.CF.edu/Apply. There is a $30 application fee at the end of the application. After you complete the application, you will receive an email with your student ID number.

2. High school diploma and transcript evaluationSelect one of the evaluation agencies listed below and go to their website to apply for evaluation of your high school diploma and transcript. If you are transferring college credits earned from foreign colleges/universities, please include course by course evaluation. Make sure to pay the fees, submit required documents directly to the evaluation agency, and choose the College of Central Florida as recipient of your evaluation report.

EVALUATION AGENCIES• Josef Silny and Associates, www.jsilny.org• World Educational Services, www.wes.org

3. Financial documentsEvidence of financial responsibility is required to pay for tuition and fees, textbook costs, medical/health insurance and living expenses. Sponsor must sign the Financial Support Form which can be found at www.CF.edu/International and provide a bank account statement or bank letter. Original documents are required.

4. Valid passportSend a copy of your passport to International@cf.edu. Include your CF student ID number in your email.

HOW TO APPLY

• No TOEFL, IELTS, ACT or SAT required

• ESL/EAP English for academic purposes courses offered

• On-campus housing available

• Affordable tuition: $10,517 USD per academic year

• Student to faculty ratio 20:1

• DirectConnect™ to the University of Central Florida

• FUSE to the University of South Florida

• 2+2 university transfer associate degrees

• No. 17 Best Community College in the U.S.

Application deadlinesCF accepts international student applications year-round but the following deadlines must be followed to ensure that applications are processed and admission packets are received on time. Deadlines are also set to allow time for visa interview and process.

July 1– fall semester (begins mid-August)

Nov. 15 – spring semester (begins early January)

April 1 – summer semester (begins early May)

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College of Central Florida International Student Services3001 S.W. College Road | Bryant Student Union, Room 102 | Ocala, FL 34474-4415

Phone +1-352-873-5800 | International@cf.edu | CF.edu/InternationalMission StatementWe transform lives and enrich our community by providing a supportive, high-quality learning environment that prepares individuals to excel in work and life.

College of Central Florida offers equal access and opportunity in employment, admissions and educational activities. The college will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, marital status, national origin, genetic information or disability status in its employment practices or in the admission and treatment of students. Recognizing that sexual harassment constitutes discrimination on the basis of gender and violates this policy statement, the college will not tolerate such conduct. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Equity Officer, Ocala Campus, Ewers Century Center, Room 201C, 3001 S.W. College Road, 352-854-2322, ext. 1437, or smithc@cf.edu.

The College of Central Florida is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of College of Central Florida. The commission should be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support that the College of Central Florida may be in non-compliance with a requirement or standards. College of Central Florida is also approved by the Florida Department of Education to award associate degrees, baccalaureate degrees, college credit certificates and occupational certificates.

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