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International Admissions

International students interested in entering a one-year or two-year technical or associate degree program at Moraine Park Technical College need to complete the following admission requirements:

  • Complete an application. Submit a one-time, non-refundable international application fee of $100. Please note, International Students may not be admitted to pre-core programs.
  • Submit the International Student Information and Financial Documentation Form.
  • Submit an official high school (secondary) and college/university, if applicable, transcript. (Documents must be translated into English- please see list of credit transcript translation agencies below.)
  • Demonstrate proof of proficiency in the English language via the TOEFL or PTE Academic. Testing is not available at Moraine Park. Information about TOEFL testing is available on the Educational Testing Services web site: www.toefl.org. Information about PTE Academic testing is available on the PTE Academic web site: pearsonpte.com
    Minimum scores:
    ~ TOEFL Paper-based test (PBT) minimum score 500
    ~ TOEFL Computer-based test (CBT) minimum score 173
    ~ TOEFL Internet-based test (IBT) minimum score 61
    ~ PTE Academic minimum score 43
  • Provide letter(s) from sources of financial support indicating availability of funds to cover annual cost of tuition, books and supplies, room and board, and miscellaneous expenses while studying at Moraine Park. (Currently $15,000.).
  • Submit evidence of medical insurance while residing in the United States.
  • Additional admission steps may be required for some programs. Information will be provided to applicants via email/phone/US Postal Service after application is processed. Upon acceptance and arrival on campus, international students will need to complete the Accuplacer placement assessment.

Additional Admissions Information

  • International students applying for a program that requires a criminal background check are responsible for any fees regarding international criminal background checks. These fees vary based upon the student’s home country.
  • Moraine Park does not provide on-campus housing, although our Fond du Lac campus has accommodations just north of our campus (www.vuecampus.com). Moraine Park does not provide assistance on locating local housing; this is the student’s responsibility.

Applying for a Student (F-1) Visa

When all admissions requirements have been satisfied and acceptance into an MPTC program has been granted, the Certificate of Eligibility Form I-20 will be issued by the Registrar’s Office. Students should present the following documents to the nearest US embassy or consulate in their country for processing:
1. The original, signed I-20 form documenting college acceptance.
2. A copy of the statement of financial support submitted during the admissions process.
3. Receipt of payment for the Student & Exchange Visitor System (SEVIS) I-901 fee. Students can submit the required SEVIS fee and print the receipt of payment at: www.fmjfee.com.
4. If an international student’s starting term must be adjusted, therefore a new I-20 form issued, there will be an additional reissuance fee of $150 charged each time.

 

Arriving in the United States

Once an F-1 Student Visa has been obtained, students should contact the MPTC Registrar’s Office (lmarquardt1@morainepark.edu) to provide notification of their anticipated arrival date. The student should plan to arrive no later than one (1) week prior to the start of classes but no earlier than 30 days prior to the start of the classes.

To maintain the F-1 status, students must:

  • Attend the school that is stated on the I-20 form.
  • Carry a full course of study (at least 12 credits for undergraduate work) and make reasonable progress towards a degree.
  • Report any changes in status immediately to USCIS and school personnel. (Including any leave of absence for school breaks, vacations, etc.)

Additional Information For Students and Staff Regarding International Students

An F-1 visa is for students pursuing academic studies and/or language training programs.

Students are not eligible for financial assistance or work-study opportunities while pursuing their education at Moraine Park.

Graduate studies and four-year degree programs are not offered as part of the Moraine Park curriculum.

Credit Transcript Translation Agencies:

ECE (Educational Credentials Evaluators)
Website: www.ece.org

Education Evaluators International, Inc.
Website: www.educei.com

Joseph Silny & Associates, Inc.
Website: www.jsilny.com

Prior Planning Is Vital

The normal cycle to process these documents and records is four to six months, which makes early planning crucial.
Application Deadlines for International Students:

May 1 for Fall
September 1 for Spring

For further information, please contact Admissions at:
internationaladms@morainepark.edu

International Admissions FAQ

Your Application for Admission must be submitted by May 1 for starting in the fall semester, and September 1 for the spring semester. All supplemental items must be received by Moraine Park Technical College no later than June 15 for the fall semester, and October 15 for the spring semester.

Moraine Park Technical College considers you an International Student if you are a citizen of any nation other than the United States of America. You are not considered an International Student if you are: a dual U.S. citizen, U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (green card holder), refugee/asylee, or a U.S. citizen living abroad.

No, International Students with a visa issued by Moraine Park cannot study part time. U.S. immigration law requires that all International Students on F-1 student visas maintain full-time enrollment. To be considered full time, undergraduate students must be registered for a minimum of 12 semester credits.

If you are an individual with a different visa allowing for study, please contact internationaladms@morainepark.edu for more information.

International Students must demonstrate proof of proficiency in the English language via the TOEFL or the PTE Academic. Testing is not available at Moraine Park. Information about TOEFL testing is available on the Educational Testing Services web site: www.toefl.org Information about the PTE Academic testing is available on the PTE Academic web site: pearsonpte.com

In addition to application materials, International Students must submit the International Student Information and Financial Documentation Form. Proof of Medical Insurance is also required. Please contact internationaladms@morainepark.edu. You can also contact a College Recruiter to request these forms.

When all admissions requirements have been satisfied and acceptance into an MPTC program has been granted, the Certificate of Eligibility Form I-20 will be issued by the Student Records Office. Students should present the following documents to the nearest US embassy or consulate in their country for processing:
1. The original, signed I-20 form documenting college acceptance.
2. A copy of the statement of financial support submitted during the admissions process.
3. Receipt of payment for the Student & Exchange Visitor System (SEVIS) I-901 fee. Students can submit the required SEVIS fee and print the receipt of payment at: www.fmjfee.com.

We will need a local (Wisconsin) address on file to complete the I-20 form.

You will need to file for an extension in order to change your start date. Contact the Student Records Office for assistance.

Moraine Park will defer the Accuplacer test until you have arrived in the United States. You will need to schedule and take the assessment before beginning your first semester. Accuplacer scores are required for correct placement in courses. We recommend your work very closely with your advisor for appropriate course planning.

You must complete a Criminal Background Check through our provider, CastleBranch. You will be required to run a local (U.S.) background check as well as one from your home country. You are responsible for the additional cost of the international criminal background check. The fee varies based upon the country. CastleBranch is also able to run international checks with your permission and payment.

No, unfortunately International Students are not eligible for United States or Wisconsin Financial Aid.

No, Moraine Park does not offer work options to International Students attending on a student visa.

Yes. International Students are not eligible for the following associate degree programs: Nursing, Surgical Technology, Radiography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Respiratory Therapy. Also, International Students cannot be admitted to certificate programs or technical diploma programs that are less than one year in length.

International Students with an F1 visa are allowed to take online classes; however, only 3 credits of online course work count toward the full-time (12 credits) requirement in a given semester.

No. Moraine Park does not have on-campus housing and does not provide assistance on locating local housing. This is the student’s responsibility.

Please email International Admissions at Internationaladms@morainepark.edu.