New International Students

"My name is Bernice and I have been an international student at KVCC since the fall of 2022. The International Student Services at Kalamazoo Valley deserve a 10/10 from me. Kristina, who takes care of the whole department, is very prompt to respond to emails, deeply cares about her students, and she is always working on bringing the international student community together. To all of the international students that are interested in starting classes at Kalamazoo Valley, rest assured that you will be greeted with support and great help from our International Student Services."

Bernice Mike Romania Psychology

"Being an international student from Malaysia at Kalamazoo Valley Community College is an enriching experience that provides a multitude of opportunities to grow academically, professionally, and personally. The college offers various internship and campus job opportunities, enabling students to gain practical experience while pursuing their academic goals. Additionally, the college organizes international student activities that promote cross-cultural exchange, allowing students to learn about different cultures and make new friends. Overall, the combination of quality education, professional development, cultural exchange, and financial support makes Kalamazoo Valley Community College an ideal destination for international students looking to advance their academic and career aspirations."

Immaculata V James Malaysia Political Science

Supporting Documents

Copy of Passport photo page
Bank Letter
- Must be dated within the last 30 days
- Must be in the name of the person who is providing the financial support
- Must be in English or accompanied by an English translation
- Must possess an official bank stamp
- Must be signed by a bank official
- Must verify at least $23,000 USD
- Funds must be available for immediate withdrawal. As such, mutual funds, IRAs or other investment accounts do not qualify. Checking or savings accounts only.
Affidavit of Financial Resources
- Must be completed by the student and all financial sponsors
- Download here
Proof of English Proficiency
Any one of the following will be accepted.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - 70 internet based, 500 paper test
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - 6.0
- Duolingo - 95
- Beginning with Fall 2024 enrollment, all F-1 applicants regardless of country of origin are required to submit official test scores from one of the three services listed above. Course grades, diplomas, transcripts or scores from unapproved language tests will no longer be accepted.

Submit

Your passport photo page, bank statement, and proof of English proficiency must be uploaded to the International Admissions portal. After you are admitted to KVCC, you will receive an email from our department that contains a link to that portal. We are no longer accepting documents sent through email.

I-20 Received

Pay I-901 SEVIS Fee

All international students are required to pay the I-901 SEVIS fee of $350

Make Payment

Arrange Visa Interview

Visa appointments can only be scheduled outside the United States at an embassy or consulate. Use the link to locate an embassy near you.

Find Nearest Embassy

Approval

When approved, contact Kalamazoo Valley International Student Services to discuss best travel dates. Make your travel plans to arrive approximately 10 days (but no more than 30 days) before the start of your program.

Travel

Travel with your I-20 and passport in your hand luggage and present your documents at the port of entry to the United States. Your I-20 and passport will be stamped by an immigration official. Your I-94 arrival record can be accessed online at cbp.gov/I94.