New F-1 Visa Student
Become an International Student at CCA
The following steps outlines the process to become an international student. Additional steps may be required, depending on each students' situation.
1. Complete the CCA Application
Apply to be a CCA student by clicking here. Click on "Create Account" and enter your information.
At the end of your application click on My Account and write down your student number. Your Student Number will look like this: S01234567
2. Complete the CCA International Student Application
Apply to be a CCA International Student by clicking here.
You must have the following documents and information when you complete this application.
- CCA Student Number
- Unofficial TOEFL or SAT score report
- Passport and applicable visa information
- Financial statements demonstrating funds for educational and living expenses
- Mortgage or lease information if applicable
If you need assistance completing this form, please contact us at PDSO.CCA@ccaurora.edu
3. Pay the CCA Application Fee
This fee is $75.
CCA will issue your I-20 after we receive your receipt that your fee was paid. Email us a copy of your receipt at PDSO.CCA@ccaurora.edu
4. Apply for your F-1 Visa
Compile your documents and schedule an appointment at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your country.
For detailed information on how to apply for a student visa and to check wait times for a non-immigrant visa interview appointment, please visit Travel.State.Gov.
Documents needed for your appointment at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate:
- Printed application confirmation page of your Form DS-160
- Form I-20 signed by both student and DSO
- Detailed financial support documents
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Proof of academic status (admissions letter, transcript)
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2x2 Photograph
- Machine Readable Visa (MRV) processing fee
- Visa reciprocity fee, if applicable. This fee varies by country. Check with your Consular Office for exact amount.
- Proof of payment of the SEVIS I-901 fee. You can pay this fee online on the U.S. Immigration and Customer Enforcement website.
5. Send us a copy of your F-1 Visa
We need a copy of your signed I-20 and F-1 Visa.
Email us a copy at PDSO.CCA@ccaurora.edu or visit our office in-person and we can make a copy of your documents. The Admissions, Registration & Records office is located on the CentreTech campus, Administration Building, Room A102. We are open Monday-Thursday from 8:00 am-6:00 pm and Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm.
6. Sign-up for Health Insurance
International students are required to have health insurance coverage while enrolled at CCA.
We do not currently offer a group plan nor do we endorse any specific company. Students are responsible for finding their own coverage and renewing as needed.
Here are some options for student health insurance:
7. Meet with Advising and Register for classes
New students are required to meet with a Pathway Advisor during their first semester.
Schedule a Pathway Advising appointment by contacting them by email at Advising@ccaurora.edu or by phone at 303-360-4929. Virtual and phone appointments are available by request.
Register for classes by logging into MyCCA and selecting Navigate.
While taking classes, it is important to maintain your status by adhering to the following rules:
- Start and finish each Fall and Spring semester as a full-time student, by taking 12 credit hours per semester
- Complete each class with a grade of "C" or higher
- Do not engage in any unauthorized employment
- Notify our office if your name, address, or phone number changes
For more details, please visit our Maintaining Your Visa Status webpage.
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