How to Apply as a New International Student Seeking an F1 Visa 

Step 1: International Student Application 

•  Download and print application.  Your application must be completed, signed and returned along with all required/requested information. 
• Mail all original documents to : Northwest Vista College, International Student Services,Cypress Campus Center, 3535 N. Ellison Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251 

Step 2: Apply to Northwest Vista College 

• Apply to Northwest Vista College online at www.applytexas.org  
• Click here for instructions on how to apply online. 

Step 3: Financial Documentation 

• Complete the financial information in the International Student Application 
• Provide a letter from your bank stating you have the equivalent of $22,000.00 U.S. dollars. 
  • The letter should be recent, not more than 60 days old. 
  • Make sure to complete on the International Student Application, the Financial Resource Requirements. 
   
• If you are bringing your spouse or children, you will be required to prove an additional $5,000.00 per dependent. 
  • Make sure to complete on the International Student Application, Dependent Form. 
  • A copy of dependent’s Passport will also be required. 
   
• If your Financial Sponsor is a U.S. Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident, you must also complete the USCIS form, I-134 at www.uscis.gov. 

Step 4: Official Academic Records (high school and/or college) 

• All students will need to submit a transcript of the last school attended. 
• If the high school or college is not a U.S. school then you will need to have your transcript translated and evaluated. 
• Translation and Evaluation companies may be found at http://www.naces.org/members.htm 
• Northwest Vista College will only accept translated and evaluated copies from the above mentioned web site.  
• All transcripts received must be in their original envelope and sealed, no open documents will be accepted. 

Step 5: English Proficiency – TOEFL or IELTS Score 

• TOEFL exam score. 
  • 500 Paper-Based Test 
  • 173 Computer-Based Test 
  • 61 Internet-Based Testing 
   
• IELTS exam score. 
  • 5.5 on the exam. 
   
• Make sure you have the test company send an official copy of your exam results.  An official copy is a copy sealed in an envelope. 

Step 6: Photo 

• Send a Passport size photo with your International Student Application 

Step 7: Statement of Understanding

• Sign and date the Statement of Understanding on your International Student Application 

Step 8: Processing Fee 

• $100.00 U.S. Dollars (Non-Refundable) 
• Send a Cashier Check or Money Order with your application  

DEADLINES

All documents must be received before the posted deadline.  Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.  Application deadline for new students with no current F1 visa is: Fall semester deadline is May 15 and Spring semester deadline is October 15. NVC does not admit international students for the summer semester.