An international student is someone holding a temporary student visa who is enrolled in college courses in the United States. A student visa is a non-immigrant visa, and students are expected to return to their country after completing their studies. Immigrants (permanent residents), citizens, refugees, and resident aliens are not considered international students.
As an international student, you may take advantage of a full range of courses and programs including transfer options that allow you to complete the first half of a bachelor’s degree and associate degrees that prepare you for specific careers.
If you are interested in a full-time ESL program and student visa in Greenville, we recommend attending an English language school (such as AGAPE English Language Institute) and transferring to GTC. GTC has conditional acceptance agreements with AGAPE.
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When applying for international admission to Greenville Technical College, applicants must submit the following:
All documents must be originals, mailed together and addressed to the International Student Advisor.
Mailing address:
Greenville Technical College
Admissions Office - International Student Advisor
MS 1025
P.O. Box 5616
Greenville, SC 29606
Once all documents are received, a decision will be made as to whether or not this institution can assist you in continuing your education in the United States. Please note admissions deadlines to the right.
Make copies of all documents you send to Greenville Technical College.
When all admissions requirements have been completed, and you have been approved by the International Admissions Office, you will be issued an INS Form I-20. You will then need to pay the $350.00 (U.S.) SEVIS fee directly to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. After paying the fee once you will not need to pay it again. Go to www.fmjfee.com to pay the fee. Be sure to print a receipt.
PLEASE NOTE:
The issuance of INS Form I-20 does not guarantee the approval of the student (F-1) status by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Office OR the approval of the F-1 student visa by the U.S. embassy or consulate office in your home country.
| ACADEMIC EXPENSES | COST |
|---|---|
| Tuition - includes student & technology fees | |
| Fall Semester - 15 credit hours | $5,860.00 |
| Spring Semester - 15 credit hours | 5,860.00 |
| Summer Semester - 6 credit hours | 2,395.00 |
| Tuition total - per year | $14,115.00 |
| Lab Fees (estimated) | 50.00 |
| Books (estimated) | 2,105.00 |
| Supplies (estimated) | 300.00 |
| Total Estimated Education Cost Per Year | $16,570.00 |
| LIVING EXPENSES | COST |
| Rent - 12 months @ $600/month | $ 7,200.00 |
| Utilities - 12 months @ $100/month | 1,200.00 |
| Food - 12 months @ $200/month | 2,400.00 |
| Medical Insurance* | 550.00 |
| Personal Expenses | 400.00 |
| Transportation** | 1,300.00 |
| Total Estimated Living Expenses | $13,050.00 |
| TOTAL | $29,620.00 |
* Medical insurance is required for all international students. Greenville Technical College does not offer this insurance; however, brochures from various companies are available. Medical insurance must be valid prior to registration.
** There is only limited public transportation in the area. You may wish to purchase a second-hand car for personal transportation. If you purchase a car, you will be required to purchase car insurance. Premiums range from $500.00 - $1,200.00. Some students purchase bicycles instead of a car if living close to the college.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN THE US
If you are currently an International Student (F-1 visa holder) studying in the U.S. and would like to attend Greenville Technical College:
CURRENT VISA HOLDER SEEKING F-1 STUDENT VISA STATUS
If you are currently living in the U.S. holding another visa type and would like to transfer to an F-1 student visa:
Get answers to your questions about International Student Admissions.