International Students

JWCC Welcomes International Students
from Across the World!

John Wood Community College welcomes qualified students from any country. Our high academic standards and affordability make our college an excellent choice for international students!

Currently, international students from Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Germany, Italy, South Africa, Venezuela, and Vietnam are part of the JWCC community.

The past two years have been some of the most exciting years of my life. I learned so many new things not only in the classroom but also in life. I got to meet so many genuine people here at John Wood. Being an international student was not a problem, because I could always rely on the help of my teammates, coaches, staff, and faculty. John Wood was a great first step in my college career and I’m happy and blessed to continue my studies and athletic career.
Jonathan Deck
Steinen, Germany

Admissions Process for International Students

Documents which are required for admission as an international student:

A copy of your passport.
Evidence of financial support to cover annual tuition and living expenses. This will be accompanied by bank statements in U.S. Dollars.
- Financial International Affidavit of Support Form
Transcripts which document high school graduation or completion date, as well as official transcripts of any colleges or universities previously attended. All transcripts must be translated into English.
Evidence of English proficiency by submitting English test scores to JWCC Admissions. English tests accepted: TOEFL iBT – 75 or Duolingo – 110. If you have questions about testing or meeting English proficiency, contact international@jwcc.edu.

Fill out our International Admissions Application

There is also an international student application fee. Contact the Business Office (217.641.4211, businessoffice@jwcc.edu) to pay the $150 application fee with card payment.

Important Info for When You Arrive on Campus

When You Arrive

Please do the following no later than 1 week after you arrive to campus:

Fill out a W9 tax identification form (you will fill this form out in person on JWCC’s campus)
U.S. address change
- Please go to the pathways office and see the front desk attendant. She will help you fill out the change of address card.
- If you move at any point during your education term at Please notify your DSO of the address change. You can email kthompson@jwcc.edu.
Copy of Visa

Traveling: Winter & Summer Break Obligations

If you are going to be staying at another address for longer than 1 week, please let your DSO know your temporary address/location. if you are traveling home, also let us know. At any point and time if we are asked, we should be able to provide your address/location.

If you are traveling back home for winter break, you MUST be back by the time classes start. Cheaper flights are not an excuse and your SEVIS will be terminated.
- Excused Absences (all absences must show proof of these excused reasons.)
  - Delayed flight
  - Family Emergency
  - SEVIS issues/Custom issues

OUT OF COUNTRY TRAVEL
- BEFORE you leave the country at any point, you must have your I-20 signed by your DSO – Kristen Ritterbusch. You will not be able to RE-ENTER the US without updated signatures on the travel endorsements section of the I-20. Bring your I-20 to the Pathway Department for a signature.