New Students

New Students

We are excited you are applying to Phoenix College, where you will experience an affordable excellent education and endless possibilities! Phoenix College is one of the ten Maricopa Community Colleges in the Phoenix area and offers the first two years of a Bachelor’s program, as well as, other occupational programs. Students wishing to attend Phoenix College on a F-1 (student) visa must first apply for an I-20.

Application Deadlines

  • July 1 for Fall Semester
  • November 1 for Spring Semester

The Admission Process Requirements:

1. Complete the International Student Information packet below, or click here to complete the International Admissions Application online and submit the required documentation.
     Download the International Student Application/Information packet

2. Submit One Form of Proof of English Proficiency.  Choose either:

  • TOEFL - A score of 70 or better in Internet Base test (IBT) 
  • IELTS - An overall Band Score of 6 or better 
  • Duolingo - A score of 100 or higher
  • LanguageCert Academic - A score of 75 or higher

Admission to the PC English as a Second Language Program:

Choose one from the following:

  • At least six years of English language instruction as shown by the applicant's school transcript(s)
  • A minimum TOEFL score of 20 on the Internet-based test
  • A minimum IELTS overall Band Score of 2.0 or better
  • Duolingo minimum score 15
  • An original letter of recommendation from a teacher, school principal, headmaster/headmistress, or director of an English Language Institute attesting to the applicant's proficiency at the intermediat level

3. Submit Your Official Transcript(s).

  • High School Transcripts -Secondary School or Certificate of Graduation in English
  • College Transcripts – All colleges or universities you have attended

NOTE: Only an original transcript with English translation for high school transcripts, translated by a certified translator is acceptable.  Translation with an evaluation for college and university transcripts.

4. Provide Evidence of Financial Support.

  • A minimum of $30,219  in U.S. currency per year plus any dependent fees (additional $5,000 for the first dependent and $2,500 per additional dependent)
  • Applicants who plan to live with a friend or family member in the United States may complete the Affidavit of Support
  • NOTE: For the visa process, the American Embassy or Consulate will require another set of original financial documents.

5. Provide a photocopy of the identification page of your current passport.

  • The copy must clearly show your legal name, passport number, and birth date - 

Obtain Your F-1 Student Visa.

Tuition exemption opportunity for Sonora, Mexico residents:

Are you a resident of the State of Sonora, Mexico? Residents may apply for a limited number of spots to study at Arizona community colleges at the in-state tuition rate. Students wishing to apply for the program must meet certain academic standards set by the State of Sonora; a final selection of program beneficiaries are chosen by Sonora.

This program applies to all Arizona community colleges. Sonoran residents interested in applying should contact the Secretaría de Educación y Cultura del Estado de Sonora; visit their website by clicking here. You can also contact the Arizona-Mexico Commission at 602.542.1370 or info@azmc.org for more information.

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