International Students
San Juan College is pleased to have a program authorized to admit international students. Below you will find detailed information regarding Admission Requirements, General notes about SJC’s International Student Program policies, and information about the College and the Area.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The following requirements must be met and the proper accompanying documents (translated in English) must be on file with the Admissions and Records Office at least six (6) months prior to the semester of first attendance. Once it is determined that a student meets all the necessary requirements, an I-20 will be issued.
| Deadlines: |
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| Fall Semester |
February 15 |
| Spring Semester |
August 15 |
| Summer Semester |
December 15 |
Requirements
- All international students must have a local sponsor (within 50 miles of Farmington) who is a permanent resident or citizen of the United States and a legal resident of New Mexico. The International Student Application must provide information about the sponsor and be signed by the sponsor. The sponsor requirement cannot be waived.
- An official copy of TOEFL score results must be sent directly to the Admissions and Records office. A minimum score of 500 (paper based), 173 (computer based), or 61 (internet based) is required before admission will be granted.
- All international students must have completed a secondary school and been awarded a diploma. Official transcripts of all course work, translated in English, must be provided. These transcripts must be sent directly to the Admissions and Records Office.
- A bank financial statement must be provided indicating sufficient funds are available for the student’s education and living expenses. The signed and verified financial statement must show an account balance of no less than $15,600.00 per academic year.
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Fall/Spring |
Summer |
| Tuition/Fees |
6,000 |
2,000 |
| Books/Supplies |
800 |
200 |
| Room/Board |
3,500 |
800 |
| Transportation |
800 |
300 |
| Miscellaneous |
900 |
300 |
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Totals |
$12,000 |
$3,600 |
- Proof of a satisfactory physical examination (within the last 6 months) by a licensed physician must be provided along with laboratory slips. The physician must use the form provided by San Juan College for this purpose.
- Proof of current health and accident insurance must be provided.
After all items have been received, and the student is admitted, an I-20 will be sent to the student in preparation for obtaining a visa.
All new students must arrive in time to attend a New Student Orientation session before classes start. Dates can be obtained from the Admission Specialist.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- International students and/or their sponsors are responsible for locating suitable housing. Campus housing is not available.
- International students should be prepared to provide their own local transportation. Public transportation services are not available.
- Students already attending college in the United States must follow the admission procedures outlined above. Additionally, the student must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and must not be on academic or disciplinary probation or suspension.
- Currently, San Juan College will only award Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees to international students. Therefore, international students will not be admitted into any Technical/Vocational programs.
- Financial aid is not available to international students. This includes grants, loans, and work-study.
- There are no scholarships available for international students.
- International students must enroll in at least twelve (12) credit hours each semester.
- San Juan College policy does not allow international students to work on campus.
- Curricular and optional training opportunities are not available at SJC. No exceptions to this policy can be made.
- International student tuition is $3,000.00 per semester.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE AREA
San Juan College has been recognized as one of the most outstanding two-year colleges in the nation. Our state-of-the-art multimedia classrooms, academic support programs and modern facilities create a great environment in which students can successfully reach their educational goals. Student services, counseling, career planning, tutoring, and extracurricular student activities also assist in insuring student success. Although, enrollment exceeds 9,000 students, classes remain small so that students can receive individual attention from instructors.
San Juan College is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges. Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees are available in a wide variety of degree programs. These degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college after completing their studies at SJC.
San Juan College is located in Farmington, New Mexico. The city has a population of approximately 40,000. The county population is about 100,000. San Juan County is bordered on the west by the Navajo Indian Reservation. The Indian culture adds a great deal to the heritage of the county.
The area climate is moderate. Residents enjoy four distinct seasons with mild winters and pleasant summers.
Major industries include coal-generating power plants, extensive oil and gas productions, as well as a multitude of service industries.
Many visitors are attracted to the Indian ruins in the area such as Chaco Canyon and the Aztec and Salmon Ruins. Outdoor activities abound with water sports available on nearby Navajo Lake and some of the best fishing in the United States found in the nearby rivers. Additionally, the Colorado mountains are a one hour drive away so there is something for everyone!
Airline service is available at the Farmington Municipal Airport.
San Juan College is great school in a great location! We hope you will come and join us!
Feel free to call (505) 566-3426 or write to obtain an International Student packet or for more information on the International Student program.
International Student Program
Admissions and Records
San Juan College
4601 College Blvd.
Farmington, NM 87402
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