Apply to Kish

The application and all required materials must be completed and received by the following deadlines:

• Fall Semester (beginning in August) - June 15
• Spring Semester (beginning in January) - November 15
• Transfer students or F-1 Students already in the United States have until July 1 for the Fall Semester or December 1 for the Spring Semsester.

All documents submitted to Kishwaukee College become the property of the College and will not be returned to the student.

Any international student must register for a minimum of 12 semester hours credit each semester. At least nine credits must consist of in-person instruction.

The 2024-2025 tuition rate for international students holding F-1 visas is $456 per credit hour.

Final approval for admission of international students rests with the Office of the Vice President of Student Services.

• Passport: Submit a copy of your passport to Kish.
• Transcripts: Send official copies of your evaluated high school and college transcripts to Kish. Evaluations can be performed by one of the following organizations: ECE, ACEI or WES.
• International Transfer to Kish Form: All international students who are transferring from a college or university, within the United States must have the International Transfer to Kishwaukee College form completed by the institution last attended. They are also required to submit copies of their current and former I-20s, I-94 records and I-901 SEVIS fee receipt.
• Proof of English Competency: Provide proof of written and oral English competency by submitting official copies of scores from the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). Kishwaukee College requires a TOEFL score of 61 on the Internet-Based Test (iBT) or 500 on the Paper-Based Test (PBT). A minimum band score of 6.0 is required on the IELTS Academic test. An alternative option is the successful completion of Level 109 at an ELS Language Center.

All documents can be sent to the following address:

Kishwaukee College
Lauren Duval
21193 Malta Road
Malta, IL 60150-9699

Submit an International Student Statement of Finances to demonstrate that you have adequate financial resources to meet your educational expenses. Kishwaukee College requires that all F-1 visa status applicants submit evidence of adequate financial support to cover costs of attendance for at least one full year of studies. This support may be provided through any combination of personal or sponsored funds.

If supported by personal and/or family funds, submit a signed International Student Statement of Finances and an original bank statement reflecting an available bank balance equal to or greater than $28,750 for Fall 2024-Spring 2025. An additional $4,200 is required for each dependent. Personal bank and sponsor letters should be signed or stamped by the sponsor/bank official and can be sent by mail, fax or email. These documents cannot be older than ninety (90) days from the initial term start date.

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• Transfer credit must be earned at a regionally accredited institution.
• Transfer credits may be awarded for 100-200-300 level courses. A maximum of 49 credits including a maximum of 27 open elective credits will be applied toward a transfer degree. You will be required to complete at least 15 residency hours depending on the total of transfer credits applied.
• Any elective credit(s) shown as a 1XX, 2XX or 3XX on your Kish evaluation may be re-evaluated by submitting a syllabus to the Admissions Analyst in the Student Services Office.
• Kish accepts passing grades of “D” for transfer credit. However, the course may need to be repeated for specific course prerequisites and program criteria. Please refer to the college catalog for requirements.
• Students who transfer 30 or more credits will not be required to complete the Student Success portion of the degree requirement and will receive a waiver. However, a student may choose to enroll in any of the Student Success courses to earn more credits in the open elective area.
• Transfer credit does not affect cumulative GPA.
• Students who have taken the College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement (AP) tests should have official copies of their AP test results sent to the Student Services Office. Credit may be awarded to students who have received scores of three or above. Advanced Placement (AP) Chart
• The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) provides the student an opportunity to receive credit towards Kishwaukee College's degree and/or course requirements. Kishwaukee College awards credit based on CLEP scores College Level Examination Program (CLEP) chart. CLEP credit will NOT be awarded for any area/course in which credit had previously been earned/awarded, nor will CLEP credit be awarded for any course previously attempted and not completed. For an evaluation of potential credit through CLEP, the Student Services Office must receive an official examination report for any tests completed. For further information on CLEP registration procedures or credit policies, contact the Student Services Office.
• Foreign transfer credits must be translated and evaluated by Education Credentials Evaluators or World Education Services. Please contact the Admissions Analyst in the Student Services Office with questions concerning foreign transcripts.
• Military transfer credits will be evaluated by submitting official transcripts from Joint Services Transcript. Order online cost-free at https://jst.doded.mil. Submission of official DD-214 forms will earn a maximum of (4) Physical Education activity credits for basic training.

Skip placement testing by submitting grade reports, schedules, unofficial transcripts, AP scores, CLEP scores, etc. The documentation must display your name, date and institution. You can submit by fax (815-825-2306), email (onestop@kish.edu), or in-person to Student Services C2100.

If the prerequisite for the course you want to take at Kish is still in progress at another institution, you can complete the Request for Prerequisite Evaluation Form. All final grades must be submitted one week prior to the start of the class to remain enrolled in the course.

Send your official high school or college transcripts to Kishwaukee College. Transcripts help determine course placement and ensure you get credit for any previous college-level work. Submit official transcripts to transcripts@kish.edu.

• Kish determines placement based on previous college coursework, advanced placement scores, College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) scores, ACT/SAT scores or high school grade-point average (GPA).
• All test scores and GPAs must be from the past three years. Visit edu/placement for the criteria.
• Students who do not meet the criteria for a waiver can schedule a placement exam by contacting Student Services at onestop@kish.edu or 815-825-9375.

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ID cards are created on a walk-in basis only in the Student Services Office, C2100. Walk-ins are available Monday through Thursday from 9 am-3 pm. Students and employees must present a valid photo ID.

Your Kish ID serves as your library card and allows you to check out materials at the College library. It also allows you opportunities to utilize:

• Tutoring and other Library services
• On-campus printing
• The Wellness Center (an additional registration form is required to use the Wellness Center)
• Discounts at the Kish Store and businesses for students who present a valid student ID