Requirements for International Student Admission

The application process to Cabrillo College is simple!  You may either download the International Student Application or request one to be sent to you in the mail. 

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Application periods for international students:

• Fall semester:                          Priority Deadline: May 15

                           Final Deadline: July 1

• Spring semester:                      Priority Deadline: November 15
                                              Final Deadline: December 10

Admission Requirements:

All applicants for admission with F-1 status must submit the following documents to the International Student Office:

• A completed International Student Application Form
• A $60.00 non-refundable application fee. This must be submitted by check, money order, or cash.
• Official transcripts, certificates and diplomas from secondary and post-secondary educational institutions. Transcripts must be translated into English and evaluated by a transcript evaluation service to be eligible for credit at Cabrillo College. 
• Minimum TOEFL (Test of English as a Second Language) score of 480 paper based, 157 computer based or 54 internet based. Scores must be reported from ETS directly, our school code is 4084.  IELTS score of 5.5 or higher is also acceptable.  You do not need to provide test results if English is your native language or if you completed at least two years of your high school education at a school where English was the primary language.  Official transcripts will be required. TOEFL is also waived if you complete Level 109 of the ELS Intensive English Program.
• Financial verification demonstrating the availability of $17,056 to support a year of study. This proof must be in a the form of an official affidavit of support, bank statement, letter from a bank official and the Cabrillo College Confidential Financial Statement. All funds must be shown in U.S. dollars and statements must be in English.

Students who are currently studying in the United States with F1 status must also submit the following documentation:

• A copy of your I-94, I-20, passport ID page and visa
• A Cabrillo College transfer release form verifying that you have maintained full-time enrollment at your current school and are eligible to transfer. This will be sent to you with your admission letter.
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended in the United States
• You must currently be in valid F-1 status to be admitted to Cabrillo College as an F-1 student 

Submit all documents to:

Cabrillo College
International Student Program
6500 Soquel Drive
Aptos, CA 95003 U.S.A.

Financial Information and Student Expenses

Applicants must provide verification of the availability of at least $17,056 for one academic year (9 months) of study.

* Tuition estimates are based on a minimum of 12 units per semester. Tuition and fees will increase if students enroll in more than 12 units.

The above expenses are an estimate only. Expenses will vary depending on the housing arrangements of each student and his/her personal expenses. For current semester per unit tuition costs, click here.      

Tuition and living expenses for summer and winter classes are not included. Students should estimate an additional $4,000 for the summer session.

Cabrillo College is a state subsidized institution and cannot offer financial assistance to international students. International students are not eligible to establish California residency for the purposes of paying resident tuition. Students are required to pay international student tuition rates throughout the duration of study.

Tuition and fees are due and payable within 5 days of your registration for classes. Fees may be paid with Visa, Master Card, Travelers Checks, Cash or a local check.

International students are not permitted to accept off campus employment without official USCIS authorization. Students may work on campus, but jobs are limited and certain restrictions apply. Please contact the International Student Office for further information.