ALCI Application Requirements

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With six sessions throughout the year, it’s never too late to begin working toward your English language goals!

Our application is free and simple to complete. We will help you through the process and stay in close contact with you until you arrive to complete our program orientation and register for classes.

Eligibility Requirements

You must be at least 17 years of age (exceptions can be made for summer programs)
You must have completed high school/secondary school (exceptions can be made for evening and summer programs)

I am outside the United States and need a student visa

Gather the following documents:

Copy of the biography section of your current passport
Copy of ��ֱ��’s Certification of Finances Form (download from application page)
Copy of a financial statement (showing proof of finances to cover at least 16 weeks)

Receive your enrollment package containing your I-20 form
Pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee online
Complete Non-immigrant Visa Application
Schedule and attend your visa interview appointment

I am inside the United States and want to change my status

Gather the following documents:

Copy of the biography section of your current passport
Copy of ��ֱ��’s Certification of Finances Form (download from application page
Copy of a financial statement (showing proof of finances to cover 38 weeks of study)

We highly recommend working with an immigration attorney for support on all legal documents you need to file with USCIS.

Pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee
Complete and submit I-539 Change of Status Application to USCIS
Complete and submit I-539 Extension Application to USCIS (if your current status is within 30 days of expiring)
Notify ��ֱ��’s Center for International Education team of any updates to your case

I need to transfer my F-1 status from another school

Gather the following documents:

Copy of the biography section of your current passport
Copy of ��ֱ��’s Certification of Finances Form (download from application page)
Copy of a financial statement (showing proof of finances to cover at 16 weeks of study)
Copy of your current I-20
Copy of your I-94 record

Complete the Salem State Transfer-in Verification Form after you receive your acceptance letter.
Show your acceptance letter and transfer form to the DSO at your current school to schedule the release of your SEVIS record.

I am a permanent resident or short-term visitor

Gather the following documents:

Copy of a government-issued identification card (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc.)
No other documentation is necessary.

Recommended Deadlines

We continuously process applications, but if you are outside the United States we highly recommend applying by the recommended deadlines below. 

Session	Recommended Deadline to Apply (outside the U.S.)
Fall A	July 7
Fall B	August 27
Spring A	November 17
Spring B	January 17
Summer A	March 17
Summer B	April 17
Summer C	May 17

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Center for International Education, Sullivan Building, Suite 114, North Campus

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