International Student
You're an international student if you plan to attend TCC on an F1 visa.
Why attend TCC?
A community college is an ideal choice if you're an international student. We have affordable out-of-country tuition and small class sizes. With 6 campuses to choose from, TCC has many advantages:
- Smaller class sizes
- Individualized attention from professors
- Lower tuition cost
- Class credit transferable to 4-year universities
- Ideal environment to adapt to American academic practices
Many international students attend TCC to earn an associate degree and then transfer to a 4-year university in the United States to earn their bachelor's degree.
Expenses at TCC
You are expected to pay all tuition and fees at the time of registration.
The College does not provide:
- Financial assistance programs
- Student housing
- Public transportation
How much will it cost?
The approximate total cost of studying at TCC is $30,417 for a 9-month study, and $32,850 for a 12-month study.
Here are estimated expenses by category and by semesters:
| Category | Fall & Spring 9-Month Study |
Summer, Fall & Spring 12-Month Study |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $8,370 | $10,230 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,719 | $2,292 |
| Living Expenses | $13,488 | $13,488 |
| Local Transportation | $3,780 | $3,780 |
| Other Expenses | $3,060 | $3,060 |
| Semester Totals | $30,417 | $32,850 |
Academics at TCC
- Degrees and Certificates: A full listing of our academic programs of study.
- Academic Programs with Restrictions: Some of TCC's academic programs have restrictions for students studying with an F-1 visa.
- Selective Admissions Programs: If you plan to enroll in a selective admission program, you need to provide proof
of your selective admission program acceptance letter before International Student
Admissions & Compliance can issue an I-20 for that program. You may start your studies
at TCC in a general program, like Associate of Arts or Associate of Science, while
you prepare to apply to one of our selective admission programs.
- Note: F-1 visa students are not eligible to enroll in TCC's Basic Peace Officer certification.
Apply for TCC
- Applying to TCC: Forms, deadlines, and instructions to get started with the admission process.
- Studying at TCC: Information on registration and academics.
- Visa Information: How to keep immigration paperwork in order.
More Resources for F-1 Visa Students
- Frequently Asked Questions: Answers many international students want to know.
- Forms: All forms for current and future international students.
- Visiting our Campus: How to visit TCC.
- Student Life: Opportunities for getting involved on your campus.
Contact Us
If you have questions, contact International Student Admissions & Compliance.
Updated December 11, 2024