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How Do I Apply to CWC?

It's easy! Just follow the steps below.
STEP 1

COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION

Fill out the simple application form below to get started

STEP 2

UPLOAD YOUR DOCUMENTS

See the list of required documents for your specific application type below

STEP 3

PAY YOUR APPLICATION FEE

Pay your $150 application fee at https://securepayment.link/columbiawestcollege/

STEP 4

GET YOUR ACCEPTANCE EMAIL

Receive your Form I-20 and
Acceptance Letter in 2-5 business days

Application Form and List of Needed Documents

Please have your documents ready to upload on the last page of your application

Initial Overseas Student

Transfer Student

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Apply As An Initial Overseas Student
‍(applying from your home country)

  • Copy of passport  
  • Copy of high school or university diploma or transcript  
  • Financial statements showing:  
    • English Speaking Success Program  
      • $24,500 for 1-year Form I-20  
      • $13,600 for 6-month Form I-20  
      • $6,700 for 3-month Form I-20   
    • Empowering English Program  
      • $19,200 for 1-year Form I-20  
      • $10,000 for 6-month Form I-20  
      • $5,000 for 3-month Form I-20  
  • Affidavit of Support form, if you're applying with a sponsor (optional)  

Notes:

  • Part-time students only need to attach a copy of their passport.  
  • The financial statements must be dated within the last 3 months.  
  • For dependents, must show an additional $5,000.00 per year.
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Apply As A Transfer Student
(currently a student at another school)

  • Copy of passport, F-1 Student Visa, and Form I-94  
  • Current Form I-20  
  • Copy of high school or university diploma or transcript  
  • Financial statements showing:  
    • English Speaking Success Program  
      • $24,500 for 1-year Form I-20  
      • $13,600 for 6-month Form I-20  
      • $6,700 for 3-month Form I-20  
    • Empowering English Program  
      • $19,200 for 1-year Form I-20  
      • $10,000 for 6-month Form I-20  
      • $5,000 for 3-month Form I-20  
      • Completed transfer request form (CWC will provide)  
  • Affidavit of Support form, if you're applying with a sponsor (optional)  
  • Completed transfer request form (CWC will provide)  

Notes:  

  • The financial statements must be dated within the last 3 months.  
  • For dependents, must show an additional $5,000.00 per year.
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Change My Visa Status
(in the US with a non-student visa)

  • Copy of passport and Form I-94  
  • Copy of high school or university diploma or transcript  
  • Financial statements showing:  
    • English Speaking Success Program  
      • $24,500 for 1-year Form I-20  
      • $13,600 for 6-month Form I-20  
    • Empowering English Program  
      • $19,200 for 1-year Form I-20  
      • $10,000 for 6-month Form I-20  
  • Affidavit of Support form, if you're applying with a sponsor (optional)  

Notes:  

  • The financial statements must be dated within the last 3 months.  
  • For dependents, must show an additional $5,000.00 per year.
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