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me improve my English,  
but I also discovered  
my aptitude for computer  
science. I've since earned my 
bachelor's degree and  
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Transferring to TELC

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  • The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires that all students in F-1 status complete a procedure called a “School Transfer” within the first 15 days of starting a new school in order to maintain F-1 status.
  • If you have already been issued a SEVIS I-20 by your previous school, there is a SEVIS "transfer out" process that must be followed. You must notify your current school that you are transferring to LaGuardia Community College, The English Language Center and ask them to release your record.

TRANSFER PROCEDURE

You must submit the following documents before the registration date:

  • A copy of your I-94 card (white card in passport)
  • A copy of all I-20’s
  • A copy of your passport data pages
  • Proof of financial support (See financial documentation)
After you submit all required documents, you must get your I-20 from The English Language Center . (TELC)


FINANCIAL DOCUMENTATION

You must submit proof of your ability to support yourself in the U.S. by submitting the following as appropriate:

SELF SPONSORED:

  • An official bank letter on bank letterhead in your name with a minimum balance of $13,500.00

OTHER SPONSOR:

    • Sponsor’s bank letter with a minimum balance of $13,500.00 (no more than 6 months old)

and

    • A letter from the sponsor’s employer on company letterhead stating job title, salary and whether the employment is permanent.

or

    • Sponsor’s tax returns from the previous year only if the sponsor is SELF-EMPLOYED.

 

Please note the following:

  • Documents that have been altered cannot be accepted.
  • All documents must be translated into English.
  • Please submit original documents and a set of copies.
  • We reserve the right to request additional financial documentation.
 
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Room C354
Long Island City, NY 11101

(718) 482-5360