Once You're Accepted

Congratulations on your acceptance to Shoreline Community College! Please check your email for your acceptance letter, Form I-20, and a Welcome Packet.

Now that you have been accepted by Shoreline, you will need to make necessary arrangements before your first day of classes. Whether you are currently a student outside the U.S., or a student in the U.S., Shoreline's staff are here to help you along the way. Feel free to contact us at international@shoreline.edu with any questions.

Talk to a student

Contact one of our current international students at iwelcome@shoreline.edu

1. Obtain student visa

We have mailed a packet of important documents to you. As soon as you receive it, please use this guide to apply for your F-1 student visa. If you would like to request a practice visa interview with a Shoreline staff member, fill out this form.

2. Arrange payment methods

All F-1 international students are required to demonstrate adequate financial resources to live and study in the U.S. With this in mind, is important to establish the payment method that allows you to have continued financial support from your family while you are studying in the U.S. Contact your financial institution and make necessary arrangements before you leave your home country.

Available payment methods for international students:

  • Credit/Debit Card
  • Wire transfer from bank account outside of U.S. using Flywire
  • Money order or check from a U.S. bank
  • ACH (wire transfer from bank account inside U.S.)

3. Find housing

One important decision you will make is where to live during your time at Shoreline.  Most international students live in our on-campus residence hall or a homestay during their time at Shoreline, while others choose to live in shared housing or an apartment. Wherever you decide to live, it's a good idea to arrange your housing as early as possible after you are admitted.

If you are concerned about your daily travel time to campus, we recommend doing some research regarding your transportation options before you choose where you will live. You can use King County Metro's Trip Planner to learn about public transportation options.

4. Arrange transportation to campus

Shoreline Community College is about 10 miles (16 kilometers) north of downtown Seattle. We offer airport pickup service to new international students at a cost of $40 per student on the dates listed in this online request form. There are several other ways to reach campus and the surrounding area as well.

5. Attend orientation

At  Shoreline, we make sure that all new students are connected to the campus community as soon as possible. You are required to attend our International Student Orientation, where you will learn more about Shoreline and meet your new classmates.

Other important information

As an international student at Shoreline Community College, you are required to purchase our medical insurance. The cost of medical insurance will automatically be included in your tuition and fees. International students are not eligible for the Nelnet Payment Plan.

 

1. Transfer your SEVIS record

Use this guide to transferring your SEVIS record to Shoreline Community College.

2. Find housing

One important decision you will make is where to live during your time at Shoreline. Most international students live in our on-campus residence hall or a homestay during their time at Shoreline, while others choose to live in shared housing or an apartment. Wherever you decide to live, it's a good idea to arrange your housing as early as possible after you are admitted.

If you are concerned about your daily travel time to campus, we recommend doing some research regarding your transportation options before you choose where you will live. You can use King County Metro's Trip Planner to learn about public transportation options.

3. Arrange transportation to campus

Shoreline Community College is about 10 miles (16 kilometers) north of downtown Seattle. We offer airport pickup service to new international students at a cost of $40 per student on the dates listed in this online request form. There are several other ways to reach campus and the surrounding area as well.

4. Attend orientation

At Shoreline, we make sure that all new students are connected to the campus community as soon as possible. You are required to attend our International Student Orientation, where you will learn more about Shoreline and meet your new classmates.

Other important information

As an international student at Shoreline Community College, you are required to purchase our medical insurance. The cost of medical insurance will automatically be included in your tuition and fees. International students are not eligible for the Nelnet Payment Plan.