International Student Admission Requirements

• Copy of valid, unexpired passport

• Copy of valid, unexpired passport
• Copy of current school’s I-20
• Copy of most recent I-94
• Copy of F-1 visa or USCIS change of status document, such as an I-797 receipt

• Copy of valid, unexpired passport
• Copy of current visa

All applicants are required to submit English Language proficiency. Oakton does not offer English as a Second Language program of study (ESL) for F-1 students, nor does the college issue I-20 forms for ESL study. Students must prove English proficiency in at least one of the following ways:

• A TOEFL IBT score of:

68 or higher for tests taken prior to Jan 21, 2026
3.5 or higher for tests taken after Jan 21, 2026

TOEFL testing can be scheduled at Educational Testing Services, ets.org. TOEFL score reports are valid for two years. Oakton does not accept Institutional TOEFL.

• An Academic IELTS Overall Band score of 6.0 or higher. IELTS testing can be scheduled at IELTS.org. IELTS score reports are valid for two years.

• EGL 101 or its equivalency taken at a United States college or university with a grade of C or higher. Please submit an official college/university transcript to Enrollment Services at: esoperations@oakton.edu.

• High school diploma from a United States high school. Please submit an official high school transcript to Enrollment Services at: esoperations@oakton.edu.

 • Alternative methods as outlined by Oakton College's English placement (listed under Writing Placement).

Note: Oakton College does not accept Duolingo test results to prove English Proficiency.

All students intending to transfer to university upon completion of their studies at Oakton would select Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Science in Engineering. Not all programs at Oakton College are open to F-1 Students due to the type of program, or delivery methods of courses required for the program. Oakton is not certified to admit students for Certificate programs. Associate-level programs are available, however, some are restricted due to the delivery method of the courses required for those programs.

International students are required to enroll and complete the majority of their classes in an in-person format.  The following programs are predominantly online, therefore, are not eligible for F-1 students:

• Accounting A.A.S.
• Computer Applications for Business A.A.S.
• Computer & Information Systems A.A.S.
• Computer Networking & Systems A.A.S.
• Early Childhood Education A.A.S.
• Electronics & Computer Technology A.A.S.
• Fire Science Technology A.A.S.
• Health Information Technology A.A.S.
• Human Services A.A.S.
• Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice A.A.S.
• Marketing Management A.A.S.
• Management & Supervision A.A.S.
• Mechanical Design/CAD A.A.S.
• Network Security Administration A.A.S.
• Paralegal Studies A.A.S. 
• Software Developer A.A.S. 
• Substance Abuse Counseling A.A.S.

Admission to Oakton does not guarantee acceptance into health programs, nor does completing all pre-requisites guarantee admission into a health program. Health programs are highly competitive and admit only a limited number of students each semester or year. F-1 Students who apply but are not selected must still maintain full-time enrollment.

International students interested in pursuing degrees in health careers are encouraged to pursue the Associate of Arts degree and explore four-year university programs for these fields, as community colleges are primarily designed and funded to serve local, tax-paying residents.

Visit the program admission pages for details on requirements for:

• Cardiac Sonography
• Medical Laboratory Technology
• Nursing
• Physical Therapy Assistant
• Radiography
• Surgical Technology

If you are seeking an F-1 student visa, submit the International Student Application for Admission. If you are not seeking an F-1 student visa, you may apply using the general application process.

This non-refundable application fee of $50 is payable in U.S. dollars. It is paid after you apply.

Applicants must be a new student residing overseas or must be in valid immigration status if they are already living in the United States.

All applicants must upload a copy of their unexpired passport with their application. Students currently residing in the United States must also upload a:

• copy of their most recent Form I-94
• copy of their current F-1 visa or a copy of any other USCIS change of status documents, such as an I-797 receipt
• and current I-20 (if transferring to Oakton as an F-1 student).

An online Affidavit of Financial Support form must also be completed by a student's sponsor, or a student may sponsor themselves if they have sufficient funds. Once the application has been submitted, an online form will be emailed to the identified sponsor to complete. The sponsor must also upload proof of financial ability to support the student by providing a bank statement(s) displaying at least $29,500 USD total for the first academic year (for anticipated tuition, fees, housing, transportation, and living expenses). A conversion to US dollars must be provided if applicable.

Official transcripts and credentials from all secondary and post-secondary schools (including any college or university work). Submit current or most recent transcripts. Credentials must show proof that you completed high school and include an explanation of the grading or marking system, as well as a certified English translation if applicable.

See above section "English Language Requirements."