International Residential Undergraduate Admissions

We’re excited to have you at Ozark Christian College!

OCC offers fall semester enrollment for international students. Spring enrollment is not available for international students. All documents must be received by April 1.

Familiarize yourself with the cost of attendance and learn more about our scholarships for international students.

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Financial Declaration & Certification
Learn more about the financial declarations and certifications for international students.
Student Visa
Discover more information about student visas for international students.
Pre-Arrival Checklist
Look over our pre-arrival checklist for international students attending OCC to make sure you know what to do before arriving on campus.
SEVIS Information
Discover more information on the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) for international students.

International Admissions Requirements

1. Complete the free application.
Click here to complete the free application.
2. Complete the English Proficiency Test.
If English is not your first language, you must take and pass a certified English test. Ozark Christian College will accept the following tests:
- Duolingo English Test: Minimum acceptable score is 100. This test can be taken online, on-demand in under an hour for $49. Have your certified results sent to Ozark Christian College.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Minimum acceptable score is 79 on the internet-based test. Testing and prices vary per country. Please have your score sent to Ozark Christian College. Our registration number is 6542.
3. Complete your transcript evaluation.
We require your transcripts to be evaluated by a credential agency so they can be converted to the U.S. grading system, specifically into a GPA (Grade Point Average) format. Since many countries use different grading scales, this step is necessary for us to accurately assess your academic records.
· Students Planning to Play Sports: You will need to complete your evaluation through InCred. This is the required service for students seeking athletic eligibility. Cost ranges between ($95-$190, plus fees, if applicable)
· Students NOT Planning to Play Sports: You may use The Evaluation Company. Cost ranges between $150–$180, plus fees, if applicable)
If you are unsure which credential evaluation service to use, please contact our office for guidance before proceeding with your application.
Please note: Students are responsible for all evaluation, translation, and verification costs.

Post-Acceptance

1. Complete the Declaration and Certification of Finances form.
Click here to complete the Declaration and Certification of Finances form. Please read the instructions carefully. If the form is inaccurate, incomplete or lacks supporting documentation it will not be accepted.
2. Complete the application for Form I-20.
Click here to complete the application for Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status).
3. Pay deposit.
Pay a $1,500 deposit that will be applied to your educational expenses of your first semester. The deposit is refundable if you end up not attending OCC (minus wire transfer fees).
4. Read SEVIS and Student Visa information.
Read information on the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and Obtaining a Student Visa.
5. Complete the Medical and Immunization form.
Click here to complete the Medical and Immunization form. (Note: You will need to log in to your student portal to access these forms.)
6. Review What to Bring to Campus and the International Student Checklist.
Click here to review the What to Bring to Campus and the International Student Checklist.

Questions?

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