INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
HOW TO BECOME A MARQUETTE STUDENT?

“Marquette does not have an application deadline for international students. Students may apply and be admitted as long as there is available space in their desired academic programs.
Still, International students are encouraged to apply and complete the application process as early as possible

1.- Submission of application materials:]
Students can apply for fall term admission (August) or spring term admission (January) by submitting a completed international undergraduate application form . This can be done through Marquette’s online application system or through the mail, along with all other application materials.
Started generally, a completed application file includes the following:
*Academic Records from all secondary schools and any post-secondary institutions the student has attended
*Evidence of English language proficiency
*Evidence of financial ability
*Reference statements from a teacher or adviser about the student´s personal qualities

2.-University evaluation and admission decision:
When the application file becomes complete, the admissions committee evaluates the materials you sent to us and decides on the admission of the student. Also at the time, the scholarship committee decides on honorary financial awards for outstanding students. Transfer credit is decided at the time of an applicant´s admission decision or later when the appropriate records arrive.

3. - Verification of financial sponsorship:
The university completes its verification of student financial sponsorship in order to comply with U.S government regulations for F-1 (Student) visa status. The student sponsor provides certified evidence of the required finances and sends an advance deposit of money to demonstrate the availability of the guaranteed funds. This verification deposit, minus $400, is refundable if the student decides not to enroll at Marquette´s

4. – Issuance of visa documents:
After a student has been admitted and the financial verification is completed, the university sends the prospective F-1 visa student a federal certificate of eligibility (Form 1-20) for the necessary government arrangements to join Marquette. New students will also receive more information about legal arrangements, arrival at Marquette, the special orientation program for international students and other pre- enrollment assistance

5. – Enrollment at Marquette:
Each new student is invited to a special orientation program that begins several days before the start of the new term. During these days of orientation, students can prepare for successful living and study and complete their registration for classes.”

Admission Details
Application Fee Required N/A
Undergraduate Application Fee $30
Graduate Application Fee $40
First Professional Application Fee $50

Applicants 13,375 (6,124 male / 7,251 female)
Admitted 9,005 (4,099 male / 4,906 female)
Admission rate 67%

First-time Enrollment 1,820 (846 male / 974 female)
FT Enrollment 1,811 (845 male / 966 female)
PT Enrollment 9 (1 male / 8 female)
Total Enrollment 11,548

Read more: http://www.stateuniversity.com/universities/WI/Marquette_University.html#ixzz0GUnIRCJU&B

Visit our page for detailed instructions:
http://www.marquette.edu/oie

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ROOM AND BOARD (DORM LIVING)

Room and board: Typically $8,880

AT A GALANCE:

*Abbottsford Hall: coed 215 residents
*Carpenter Tower: coed 306 residents
*Cobeen hall: women 387 residents
*McCormick Hall coed 725 residents
*Mashuda Hall coed 451 residents
*O’Donell Hall: men 310 residents
*Schroeder Hall coed 660 residents
*Starz Tower coed 376 residents

93% of Marquette freshmen live in the residence halls

TUITION AND GENERAL COSTS
"Undergraduate International Student
Tuition and Living Expense Estimates (2009-2010 Amounts)
Tuition (Fall Term)
Tuition (Spring Term)
Living Expenses (Fall & Spring)
Living Expenses (Summer)
Annual Total
$14,340
$14,340
$13,700
$2,970
$45,350

Living expenses include the estimated costs of:

* Residence hall room accommodations with a roommate during two terms
* Lodging when residence halls are closed including summer
* Food during both terms and during school vacations, including summer
* Group health insurance plan for 12 months
* Additional clothing as needed throughout the year
* Books and supplies for two terms of full-time study
* Student Activity Fee for two terms, including a city bus pass
* Student Health Fee for two terms
* Some entertainment costs for 12 months
* Many personal items for 12 months


Summer Session Enrollment

Students may choose to enroll in either or both of the summer sessions that are held from mid-May through June and from July through mid-August. Students who choose to attend summer classes should plan to spend an additional $150 for incidental expenses during each summer session of enrollment and $600 per credit (at 2009 rates) for tuition in addition to the summer living expenses of $2,970 listed above.

Spouses & Children

Students sometimes bring spouses or children with them. Financial support for these dependents is estimated to cost an additional $7,200 per year for a spouse and an additional $4,200 per year per child present with the spouse.

Cost estimates are expected to increase with inflation and program development each year."
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Visa (Extra information)
Once you arrive to U. S you need to report to the International office of your college/ university for SEVIS registration.
(Note: You will want to report to the international office at your college earlier than the program start date to register for classes.)
As long as you remain as a full-time student at the college that issued your SEVIS Form I-20, you will legally maintain your student status, even if your student visa in your passport expires. Other requirements to maintain status are as follows:
*Attend the college listed on your SEVIS Form I-20
*Pursue a full-time course of study at the college you are authorized to attend, or have permission from the college’s designated school official (DSO) to study part time.
*Make ongoing progress toward completing your course of study.
*Maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better.
*Report any change of address to your college’s international office within 10 days of the change.
*Obey federal, state, and local laws.
*Engage in employment only when specifically authorized under visa regulations.

Obtaining a student visa:
There are 3 steps required to apply for an F-I visa

1. – Obtain a college-issued I-20 form from your college that has accepted you.
2. – Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee.
3. – Schedule and attend an interview with the U.S embassy or consulate of your country.

Obtain a Form I-20
Once you are accepted to a college, the college will issue you a SEVIS Form I-20 (Certificate of non-immigrant F-1 Student Status).
The Form I-20 indicates only that you are eligible to apply for an F-1 student visa; it does not guarantee that you will receive one.

Pay the SEVIS I-901 Fee
After receiving you SEVIS Form I-20, you must pay a SEVIS I-901 fee and obtain a receipt before applying for a visa.
As of July 2008, the fee is $100. (SEVP may increase the fee to $200 in the near future.) This fee covers the administrative costs associated with maintaining your records in SEVIS. You pay the SEVIS fee once, regardless of the number of acceptances you receive. You are requested to pay the fee by credit card on the Internet. The fee must be paid and fully processed before you arrive to the U.S embassy or consulate for a visa interview.

Get information and Assistance with visa applications

Apply for an F-1 Student Visa Interview

Criteria for Visa Eligibility
F-1 Visas are granted to full-time students who have been accepted to a degree-granting academic or approved language program. In order to be granted an F-1 visa, you must meet the following specific criteria established by the U.S government:
*Prove eligibility for the program of study
*Submit a statement of financial support
*Prove that you have a residence in your home country and that you plan to return there after completing you educational goals.

Visa application process and timeline
Most of the requirements and application procedures for F-1 student visas are standardized although some procedures can vary from country to country.
For more details on applying for student visa, visit the Web site of the U.S embassy or consulate in your home country or the U.S department of state Web site.
Be aware of the following important scheduling issues, and plan accordingly:

*An F-1 student visa cannot be issued to more than 120 days before programs start date on your SEVIS Form I-20. Since visa processing times can vary widely. Apply for a visa as early as possible to begin the process. The embassy or consulate will hold your application until the appropriate time to issue your visa.
*Once you have obtained a visa, you may not enter to the United States more than 30 days before the program start date listed on your SEVIS Form I-20.
The visa interview:
You are requires to have a brief face-to-face interview at the U.S embassy or consulate that has jurisdiction over the area where you live. The interview is very important in determining whether you will be issued a visa. Be sure to dress professionally and answer questions as specifically as possible. Be prepared to explain why you want to study at a community college in the United States, you planned program of study, and how your choice of a community college will help you achieve your goals.

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