FAQs for International Students
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are an F-1 student, you must enroll in a degree program.
If you are in a good academic standing, you may work up to 20 hours a week.
Yes, students can take classes at any campus.
If you are in the U.S., you can still maintain status with an expired F-1 visa. You will need a valid F-1 visa to enter the U.S.
No, Dallas College does not charge an application fee.
After receiving an I-20, start your visa application with the U.S. embassy.
You may contact a Designated School Official (DSO) by phone, email or in person.
A special population success coach can help you register for classes.
During the application process, you will be asked to provide a financial document that shows a minimum balance of $27,641 U.S. dollars.
Dallas College is composed of seven different campuses. Any Designated School Official (DSO) and international admissions college coach can assist you, regardless of your campus choice.
Yes, you will need a social security number to work on campus. Once you receive the job offer letter, please contact a Designated School Official (DSO).
This information can be found in the Dallas College catalog or online on the Admission Requirements for International Students web page: Admission Requirements for International Students - Dallas College - Modern Campus Catalog™
Dallas College is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant students carrying valid visas. Each college has an international advisor to assist you with admissions. The international advisor page also lists college multicultural or international center websites.
A Designated School Official (DSO) is a school administrator who helps international students maintain their status in the United States.
The reporting deadline is mentioned in your acceptance letter.
Please follow your institution’s (high school or secondary education institution) transcript request process to directly submit your official transcript(s) to Dallas College.
Visit the Admissions Office website for more information.
If it has been more than 48 hours since you’ve completed the ApplyTexas application, please contact the admissions office at Admissions@DallasCollege.edu.