International Student Admission Requirements
How to Apply
Note: Submitting the ApplyTexas application alone does not meet the eligibility requirements for I-20 issuance. If you require an I-20, you must submit the appropriate application below along with all required supporting documents.
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1. New Student (Applying from oeutside the U.S.) - This application is for individuals applying for an F-1 visa from outside the United States. |
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2. Transfer Student (Currently in the U.S.) – This application is for individuals who are currently attending a U.S. high school, college, or university and wish to transfer the SEVIS record and I-20 to San Antonio College. |
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3. Concurrent/Transient Student – This process is for international students who have an active I-20 from a U.S. college or university and want to take classes at San Antonio College during the fall, spring, or summer semester. |
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4. Change of Status (Applying for F-1 from Another Visa) – This application is for individuals who currently hold a valid non-immigrant visa and wish to apply for F-1 student status. |
I-20 Application Deadlines
New International Students
New international students are accepted for fall and spring only.
- Fall semester (August): May 15
- Spring semester (January): October 1
Transfer International Students
Transfer International Students are not accepted mid-semester or summer transfers.
Note: To be eligible for transfer, your SEVIS record must be in active status.
- Fall semester (August): June 15
- Spring semester (January): November 1
Change of Status
Applicants must submit the I-20 application and all supporting documents at least 60 days before their current visa status expires.
Documents/I-20 Mailing Options
Send it by regular U.S Postal Service mail address in home country
You may ask ISS to mail the document(s) to you by regular mail (domestic or international), but keep in mind that this could take quite a while to reach you. To do so, send an e-mail request to sac-iso@xingtaiyichuang.com with the correct mailing address.
Send it by express mail at your expense
You may use the eShipGlobal service to have your document(s) express mailed to you through either DHL or FedEx at your own expense. To do so, visit http://study.eshipglobal.com/ (do not visit DHL or FedEx directly). You will be required to create a user name and password to set up an account. To request shipment, you will need your San Antonio College Banner ID, mailing address, e-mail address, phone number, and credit card information. If you have questions about how to use this service, review the Help section of the eShipGlobal website or e-mail support@eshipglobal.com. Once you have requested the shipment, send an email to sac-iso@xingtaiyichuang.com to notify our office that you have requested an eShipGlobal shipment.
Application Fee
To pay the $100.00 (non-refundable) application fee, go to: Pay International Application Fee
Foreign Transcript Evaluation
All foreign transcripts must be evaluated and translated by a U.S. company. The college will only accept evaluations from NACES members.
Transcript Evaluation vs. Translation
Current NACES Member List
Electronic transcript evaluations directly from the NACES member should be sent to: sac-iso@xingtaiyichuang.com and sac-transcripts@xingtaiyichuang.com. The college will only accept evaluations sent directly to us by the NACES member. We do not accept evaluations from applicants.
Note: There is no guarantee transfer credit can or will be given. All evaluations are subject to review and approval by the college.
English Language Requirements
Students interested in attending San Antonio College are given the Michigan English Test (MET) to determine English proficiency prior to admission. The Michigan exam determines a student’s level of ability in English and the amount of additional English language instruction needed, if any.
To ensure all students have a strong English language foundation before taking academic courses, SAC provides English as a Second Language classes at its Center for English Language Learning. Once students complete their ESL program, they can transition into a degree program.
The Center for English Language Learning at San Antonio College (CELL) provides an opportunity for international students, immigrants, professionals, and other English Language Learners (ELLs) to study in a dynamic learning community and acquire or improve essential English skills. CELL offers English language credit (ESLA and ENGA) and noncredit (ESL) classes to help students learn to read, write, speak, and understand American English for social, professional, and academic purposes.