How to Apply

If you have questions, please email the International Student Office

Apply for Admission

Submit the following:

  • Completed International Student Application.
  • Statements of financial responsibility:
  • Submit a current bank statement to show ability to fund one academic year in the U.S. See costs.
  • Official transcripts for high school and all post-secondary institutions attended. Transcripts must be signed and sealed, and translated into English. If a translation service is used, the translation must be mailed directly to Olympic College.
  • Payment for the application fee of $35 (U.S. currency). Pay by check, bank draft, money order or international wire transfer made payable to Olympic College. The fee will be applied toward tuition upon enrollment at Olympic College.
  • Photocopy of passport, visa and previous I-20’s
  • Photocopy of TOEFL, STEP, Cambridge or IELTS scores

Mail to:

Olympic College
International Student Programs
1600 Chester Avenue
Bremerton, WA 98337-1699
USA

Upon Approval of Application

Olympic College will mail you an admission packet. Included in the packet will be:

  • Form I-20. Sign this form and present it to the U.S. Embassy to apply for a student visa. (New students and exchange visitors with a Form 1-20 or Form DS-2019 issued on or after September 1, 2004 are subject to the $100 SEVIS I-901 fee. For complete information, see the SEVP web site. For more information and a copy of the I-901 Form, go to http://www.ice.gov/sevis/index.htm)

Upon Arrival at Olympic College

  • Meet with the International Advisor for intake, advising, and registration.
  • Submit proof of major health insurance. Health insurance is required by the first day of the quarter, and may also be purchased at the college Cashier’s Office. For more information, see the Medical Insurance web page.
  • Complete an English and math assessment to determine appropriate placement.