International Students: Getting Started
In this section you’ll find helpful direction and information for beginning your education at Montgomery College.
Skip sectionFind out how to apply for a new I-20 from outside the US, from inside the US, and how to transfer an I-20.
If you have credit from coursework completed outside of the US, you may be awarded credit toward your Montgomery College degree.
MC has several levels of English language training to fit every need, from continuing your education to improving your English for your job.
International Student Orientation is mandatory/required.
To obtain an I-20 form, an F-1 or M-1 prospective student must submit evidence of financial support.
If you are outside of the US, you are required to take a standardized exam to demonstrate your level of English proficiency.
Selecting an Academic Program
Student visas require students to choose a degree program or ESL program. MC also offers certificates and letters of recognition students may complete during their degree studies. TheGeneral Educationprogram is part of of every degree program at Montgomery College.
Look for classes and programs in the credit course catalog.
Look for classes and programs in the noncredit course catalog.