Windward Community College is a Student and Exchange Visitor Program-certified school, authorized to enroll F-1 or M-1 international students in SEVIS-approved programs. International students must comply with all U.S. Department of Homeland Security regulations and University of Hawai‘i policies. Contact the Admissions & Records Office for information on eligible programs.
Admissions & Records Office
Hale Alaka‘i 112
808-235-7432
https://windward.hawaii.edu/international-students/
1. Fulfill English Proficiency Requirement
- Score must be within two years prior to the start of the semester
- Score must be sent directly to Windward Community College Admissions & Records office (#4976)
- Minimum score TOEFL 500 (paper-based), 173 (computer-based), or 61 (internet-based); IELTS academic section 5.5; or EIKEN = Step 2A
Note: If a student’s native language is English (Australia, Canada except Quebec, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom), they are exempt from English Proficiency Requirement.
2. Submit University of Hawai‘i System Application
- Apply online
- Pay the non-refundable non-resident application fee
- Select an approved SEVIS degree program
3. Submit University of Hawai‘i Supplementary Information Form for Undergraduate International Applicants
- Form includes an affidavit of financial support that shows sponsorship and/or financial support in US dollars (USD) for tuition, books/supplies, and living costs for the duration of study (refer to supplementary application for estimated cost of attendance)
- Include Sponsor’s bank statement in US dollars (must be within the last 6 months)
4. Submit Transcripts
- Official high school (secondary) transcripts showing evidence of successful completion of schooling equivalent to 12 years of U.S. education sent directly by the high school to Windward Community College Admissions & Records office (must include graduation date)
- Official college (post-secondary) transcripts sent directly by college to Windward Community College Admissions & Records office
- All transcripts must be in English or accompanied by an English translation that has been certified by either a school official or a U.S. consular official
5. Submit Signed International Student Health Insurance Acknowledgement Form
- To protect international students against the high cost of unanticipated health care expenses resulting from accidents or illness
- During the first week of the semester, provide proof of valid up-to-date medical health insurance
6. Meet the Deadline (including all documents to complete application)
- Fall Semester (starts in August) deadline is June 1
- Spring Semester (starts in January) deadline is November 1
- Summer not accepting application
7. Upon Acceptance to the College
- I-20 will be issued with acceptance letter via mail
- With I-20, apply for a student visa through the U.S. Embassy or Consulate of the country
- For Transfer Student (currently enrolled in college in the United States) , submit Transfer International Student form
- Pay SEVIS fee via www.ice.gov/sevis/i901
- Submit Health Clearances
- Required to register resident (on-campus) classes at Windward Community College at least full-time status (12 credits)
8. During the First Week of the Semester at Windward Community College
- Provide proof of valid up-to-date medical health insurance
- Submit copy of current passport
- Submit local mailing address