CF.edu/international

COME TO FLORIDA.

STUDY IN THE U.S.

-an equal opportunity college-

The College of Central Florida is located in the safe suburban community of Ocala, Florida. With a population of more than 50,000, Ocala is home to museums, movie theaters, shopping malls, nature trails and parks. You will enjoy our tropical weather, with hot and humid summers and mildly chilly winters.

Ocala, the “Horse Capital of the World,” is home to famous horse farms that prepare horses for the Kentucky Derby and America’s Polo Cup. You can travel around Ocala by walking, bicycling, taxi cab or public bus.

You will enjoy:• Pathways to transfer to

distinguished American universities

• Small classes

• Affordable tuition

• Free airport pick-up

• Free support services (tutoring, academic advising, library services, etc.)

• Sports teams, student clubs and on-campus activities

• A safe and modern campus with high-tech classrooms

“With a strong team of friendly, skilled professors and interesting activities and groups, CF makes everybody feel at home. There are many beautiful places on campus to relax and enjoy nature, and the college offers many opportunities for students to get help for courses such as math or English composition skills.”

- Lotte HellebuyckBelgium

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“I arrived in Florida not knowing what to expect. Participating in CF student events and activities, going to sports games and the hospitality from faculty, staff and advisors helped me get over my homesickness. I am thankful for the amazing experience and classes CF offered me, making my study abroad experience wonderful.”

- Tsun On ChanHong Kong

Studying Business Administration

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Ocala, Florida

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CF has a robust campus life. The college hosts national and international speakers, including authors, poets and experts on a variety of subjects. CF operates the Appleton Museum of Art, which has a permanent art collection of more than 16,000 objects. The college regularly hosts theatrical plays, foreign films and concerts. There are a variety of clubs for you to get involved in, from the student newspaper to honor society and pre-professional organizations. Student groups hold regular events including Club Rush, a health fair and an international food festival. Our athletic programs in softball, baseball, basketball and volleyball compete at the state and national levels. We also offer a variety of student recreation and fitness options in our gymnasium, athletic fields and swimming pool.

Campus LifeNearest AirportOrlando International Airport

Distance to Airport124 km

Number of Students8,000

Number of International Students100

Housing OptionsCollege Square adjacent to campus

Application DeadlinesSpring: November 15 Summer: April 1 Fall: July 1

Estimated Costs 2017-2018Tuition - $10,126 Living Expenses - $7,664 Books and Lab Fees - $1,132 Personal/Miscellaneous - $1,350 TOTAL - $20,272 (USD)

Clubs And Organizations• African-American Student Union• Bands and Symphonies• Brain Bowl, Academic Quiz Team• Club of Educational Opportunity• Criminal Justice Club• Environmental Club• Equestrian Club• Florida Future Educators of America• Gay-Straight Alliance• Hispanic-American Association for

Cultural Exchange and Recognition Club

• Honors Institute• Imprints, Literary and Arts Magazine• Inspirational Choir

• International Club• Pantheist, Agnostic, Non-Theist Society • Patriot Politics• Phi Theta Kappa International Honor

Society• Psychology Club• Speech and Debate Team• Student Government• Student Nurses Association• Student Physical Therapist Assistant

Club• Students Anti-Violence Advocates • Theatre and Musical Theatre• Theatre/Drama• Veterans Club

Campus Events • Book Clubs• Club Rush• Constitution Day• Educational and Professional

Workshops• Guest Lecture Series

• Health Fairs• International Art Exhibits• International Film Series• International Food Festival• Stress Busters• Workshops

Varsity Sports • Men’s Basketball• Women’s Basketball• Volleyball• Women’s Softball• Baseball

Campus Facilities CF’s 134-acre Ocala Campus includes the Bryant Student Union, Cafeteria, Campus Security, Dassance Fine Arts Center, Webber Art Gallery, Stearns Learning Resources Center, Gymnasium, swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, a bookstore and a post office.

Intramural Sports • Flag Football• Soccer• Basketball• Volleyball

The Canyons Zip Line and Canopy Tours, Ocala Florida 4

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why choose college of central florida?Nearly 50 percent of students in the United States begin their higher education at a community college. Students choose CF for our affordability, support services, campus life and dedication to students. If you dream of earning a four-year degree in America, the College of Central Florida is a great place to begin your education. After earning an Associate in Arts degree, you will qualify to transfer into one of CF’s bachelor’s degree programs or another nationally ranked four-year institution throughout the United States.

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CF is committed to your success. Whether you want to study English language courses, complete a two-year degree, or want to establish a foundation for a bachelor’s degree program, CF has an option for you. Together with CF, you will find a pathway to reach your goals.

Please visit www.CF.edu for a current list of programs.

Associate in Art Transfer PathwaysAdvertisingAgricultureAllied Health Animal ScienceArchitectureArtBiologyBuilding ConstructionBusiness AdministrationChemistryComputer Science Consumer and Family ScienceCriminal JusticeDentistryDigital MediaDramaEconomicsEducationEngineeringEnglishEnvironmental StudiesForeign LanguageForestryHistoryHuman Services

HumanitiesInterior DesignLiberal ArtsLibrary ScienceMass CommunicationsMathematicsMedical Technology MedicineMusicNursing PharmacyPhilosophy Physical TherapyPhysicsPolitical Science PsychologyPublic Relations Religious StudiesSocial StudiesSocial WelfareSociologySpeechStatisticsVeterinary Science

Associate in Science DegreesAccounting TechnologyAgribusiness Management Business AdministrationComputer Information TechnologyCriminal Justice TechnologyDental Assisting Technology and

ManagementEarly Childhood Education

Emergency Medical ServicesEngineering TechnologyEquine StudiesHealth Information TechnologyNursingOffice AdministrationParalegal StudiesPhysical Therapist Assistant

Bachelor’s DegreesBachelor of Applied Science in Businesses and Organizational Management

Agribusiness Management Management Information SystemsHealth Care ManagementPublic Safety AdministrationLogistics and Supply Chain Management

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education

Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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housingENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSESCF offers language courses as an integral part of your academic degree program. We accept students at all English fluency levels and have courses designed to assist you with improving your English language skills in order to be successful in college-level courses. CF advisors will work with you to ensure that you are taking the courses appropriate for your level and receive the education you need in order to be successful.

You will take a placement exam upon arrival at CF in order to determine your English and math skill level. Based on the results of the placement test, students who are not ready for college-level courses will be placed in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or other preparatory courses. CF accepts TOEFL (61), IELTS (5.5) and STEP/EIKEN(2A) test scores, but they are not required. If you have the following scores, you will not be required to take the English portion of the placement test, but you will take the math sections. CF’s EAP program offers two levels of instruction in three skill areas: reading, writing and grammar, and speech and listening.

College Square Apartments are conveniently located adjacent to the CF Ocala Campus. Students can easily walk to classes and college facilities. Campus and housing facilities are in a safe location near shopping malls, banks and movie theatres.

The spacious, fully furnished apartments provide each student with a private bedroom and shared bathroom, living area, kitchen and dining area. Amenities include swimming pool, volleyball court, basketball court, computer lab, laundry facilities and mailboxes.

College Square combines the best features of apartment living with convenience and economy in a home-away-from-home atmosphere.

Cost: $430 per month for a 12-month lease.*

Move-in at College Square Apartments is Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. If you arrive after hours or on the weekend, you will need to stay in a hotel and pay for lodging and expenses until the next available move-in date.

FREE Airport Pick-upCollege of Central Florida provides free pick-up and transportation services for new international students at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Students are greeted by friendly and professional drivers and are then safely transported to College Square Apartments or a local Ocala address.

For more information, visit www.cf.edu/intl-housing, call 352-237-3334 or email collegesquare@cf.edu.

*Additional costs include $430 deposit, $25 application fee and $35 key fee.

ESL/EAP Prep Course Sequence for F1 International Students

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Reading

Level 1 EAP0383C

ESL Combined Skills4 credits

Level 1 EAP0384C

ESL Grammar and Writing I4 credits

EAP0300C ESL Speech/Listening

4 creditsRecommended for students enrolled in

EAP0383C and EAP0384C

Level 1 EAP0484C

ESL Grammar and Writing II

4 credits

Level 2 EAP0480C

ESL Intermediate Combined Skills

4 credits

College Level ENC1101

English Composition I3 credits

Writing Speech and Listening

ReadingPERT* Course0-85 EAP0383C84-105 EAP0480C106+ ENC1101

WritingPERT* Course0-89 EAP0384C90-102 EAP0484C106+ ENC1101

*PERT test is given to new students at orientationStudents who show proof of the following scores will be placed into ENC1101: TOEFL 61+, IELTS 5.5+, STEP/EIKEN 2A+

Placement Test

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ACADEMIC AND UNIVERSITY TRANSFERThe College of Central Florida is a public institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Florida’s higher education system is designed to allow students to successfully pursue a bachelor’s degree by first attending a community college and then transferring to a four-year university. Students who earn an A.A. degree at CF are guaranteed general admission into at least one of Florida’s 11 public universities.

When you earn your associate degree at CF, you are guaranteed admission to the University of Central Florida through DirectConnect to UCF and the University of South Florida through FUSE. Specific requirements apply; speak to your academic advisor for details.

Top 10 Transfer SchoolsUniversity of Central Florida (#168)

University of South Florida (#156)

Florida State University (#96)

Florida International University

Florida Institute of Technology (#161)

University of Florida (#47)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Georgia Institute of Technology (#36)

University if Mississippi (#140)

University of Georgia (#61)

*Rankings based on U.S. News and World Report’s 2016 National University rankings.

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Tuition at the College of Central Florida costs less than half of what you will pay to attend a public university and a third of what you will pay to attend a private university.

Estimated Costs For 2017–2018Tuition .................................................................. $10,126Living Expenses ....................................................$7,664Books and Supplies................................................ $1,132Personal/Miscellaneous ........................................$1,350Total ......................................................... $20,272 (USD)

Tuition is an estimate based on 24 credit hours per year and is subject to change. Estimated costs cover fall and spring semesters only. Summer courses are optional and cost an additional $421.88 per credit hour.

ScholarshipsCollege of Central Florida offers more than $1 million in scholarships. Admitted students simply fill out one application to be eligible for scholarships that range from $500 to $2,500 per year. Additional scholarships are offered to students in the Honors Institute. Learn more at CF.edu/honors and CF.edu/studentlife for students interested in learning more about student clubs and organizations.

The Florida Linkage program offers in-state tuition to students from the following countries: Brazil, Canada, Caribbean, China (including Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan), Costa Rica, France, Israel, Japan, Mexico and West Africa. Special requirements apply; learn more by clicking the scholarship link at CF.edu/international.

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how to apply1. Apply onlineGo to www.CF.edu and click “Apply Now” and then “International Student.” There is a $30 application fee at the end of the application. After you complete the application, you will receive an email with your student ID number.

2. Have your high school diploma and transcripts evaluatedYou must have your high school diploma and transcripts evaluated and sent to CF. Send your documents to one of the following evaluation agencies for a document by document evaluation. If your documents are not in English, you will also need to have an official English translation. The cost of the evaluation and translation are your responsibility. If you graduated high school in the United States, you may send your documents directly to CF and are not required to have your documents evaluated.

EVALUATION AGENCIES• Josef Silny and Associates, www.jsilny.com• World Educational Services, www.wes.org

3. Send your financial documentsYou must submit evidence of financial responsibility and have sufficient funds to pay for tuition and fees, textbook costs, medical/health insurance and living expenses. You must complete the Financial Support Form which can be found at www.cf.edu/internatonal and provide a bank account statement or bank letter for your sponsor.

4. Send a copy of your passportEmail a photocopy of your passport to international@cf.edu. Include your CF student ID number in your email. Once you have completed the requirements below, please allow approximately one week for your application to be processed.

Once you are accepted to CF, you will receive a Form I-20 and instructions on how to apply for an F-1 student visa through the U.S. Embassy in your country.

APPLICATION DEADLINESAlthough CF accepts international student applications year-round, the following deadlines must be followed in order to ensure that your application is processed and you receive your admission packet on time.Spring - November 15Summer A - April 1Summer B - May 1Fall - July 1

SEMESTER START DATESFall - AugustSpring - JanuarySummer - May

Contact InformationCollege of Central FloridaInternational Student Services

3001 S.W. College RoadBryant Student Union, Room 201Ocala, FL 34474-4415

Phone +1-352-873-5800International@cf.eduCF.edu/International

Mission StatementCollege of Central Florida provides access to high quality, high value baccalaureate degrees, associate degrees, certificates and diplomas, and promotes economic, social and cultural development of our community.

College of Central Florida offers equal access and opportunity in employment, admissions and educational activities. The college will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, marital status, national origin, genetic information or disability status in its employment practices or in the admission and treatment of students. Recognizing that sexual harassment constitutes discrimination on the basis of gender and violates this policy statement, the college will not tolerate such conduct. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Equity Officer, Ocala Campus, Ewers Century Center, Room 201C, 3001 S.W. College Road, 352-854-2322, ext. 1437, or smithc@cf.edu.