Admissions & Enrollment

The Degree Program is for students pursuing a certificate of achievement, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree full-time. Coursework is presented in English and there is no English as a Second Language (ESL) component. This program is subject to the English Language Proficiency requirement (see below).  However, students may elect to enroll in ESL classes in addition to degree-seeking coursework.

The Pathway Program is for students who have an intermediate command of the English language but require ESL instruction prior to pursuing full-time academic coursework in English. The Pathway Program includes a blended schedule of advanced-level ESL coursework in addition to some first-year college level coursework applicable for a degree or certificate.

Students who complete the Pathway are encouraged to continue their studies in the Degree program. Please see the English Language Proficiency Requirement details below.

The ESL program is a full-time program focused on English grammar, common vocabulary, writing, speaking, and listening skills with an emphasis on preparing for study at an English-speaking college or university.

Students who complete the ESL program are encouraged to continue their studies in the Pathway or Degree programs. There are no specific English Language Proficiency Requirements for acceptance into our ESL program.

Initial students meet the following criteria:

• You are applying from your home country or other foreign country
• You need a CSN I-20 to obtain an F1 visa
• You will enter the U.S. using this I-20 to study at CSN

Requirements

1. Online International Student Application
2. Copy of Passport
3. Bank Statement
4. International Application - Sponsor Form
5. List of English Proficiency Test Scores
6. High School Diploma/Transcripts
7. $45 Application Fee ($25 due with application / $20 due with enrollment)

Admission & Enrollment Process

1. Complete the International Student Application, upload all requirements and pay your application fee online
2. You will receive an email with your NSHE ID and a second email with instructions to validate your account after you apply
3. An I-20 and Letter of Acceptance will be issued and mailed to the mailing address on file when you are admitted
4. Make an appointment with the U.S. embassy in your home country to apply for the F1 student visa after you receive the I-20
5. Pay the I-901 SEVIS fee online.
6. Review the requirements for your visa interview and prepare supplemental information and documents.
7. Attend the mandatory orientation for new students two weeks before the semester begins.
8. Take any necessary placement tests during orientation. NOTE: CSN does not have a late registration period. Please contact our office immediately to defer your admission to the next available semester if you are not able to arrive in time for orientation.
9. Pay the mandatory health insurance online (you can take care of this during orientation).
10. Contact the Academic Advising Department to register for classes
11. Pay tuition, buy your books and get ready to begin the semester!

Transfer students meet the following criteria:

• You are physically in the U.S. with an F1 visa and I-20 from another school.
• You will be transferring to CSN from another school within the U.S.

Requirements

1. Online International Student Application
2. Copy of Passport
3. Bank Statement
4. International Application - Sponsor Form
5. List of English Proficiency Test Scores
6. High School Diploma/Transcripts
7. $45 Application Fee ($25 due with application / $20 due with enrollment)
8. Copy of Visa
9. Copy of I-94
10. Copy of I-20
11. Transfer In Form
    If transferring after OPT, also include:
12. Copy of OPT card
13. Official Transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended in  the U.S.

Admission & Enrollment Process

1. Complete the International Student Application, upload all requirements and pay your application fee online
2. You will receive an email with your NSHE ID and a second email with instructions to validate your account after you apply
3. A Letter of Acceptance will be issued and emailed to the address on file when you are admitted
4. Provide a copy of your CSN Letter of Acceptance to your current school and inform them that you are transferring. Your current school will need to transfer your SEVIS record electronically in order for your CSN I-20 to created
5. Attend the mandatory orientation for new students two weeks before the semester begins. Take any necessary placement tests during orientation
6. NOTE: CSN does not have a late registration period. Please contact our office immediately to defer your admission to the next available semester if you are not able to arrive in time for orientation
7. Pay the mandatory health insurance online (you can take care of this during orientation)
8. Contact the Academic Advising Department to register for classes
9. Pay tuition, buy your books and get ready to begin the semester!
10. Your CSN I-20 will be issued to you after the semester begins. If you need your I-20 for travel purposes, let us know before you travel

Change of Status Students meet the following criteria:

• You are physically in the U.S. on a visa other than F1
• You would like to apply for a change of status through immigration to request official permission to study in the U.S.

Contact our office to determine if you are eligible to apply for a change of status. Due to time sensitive eligibility requirements and the lengthy process with immigration, we encourage students to apply for the F1 visa in their home country.

Requirements

1. Online International Student Application
2. Copy of Passport
3. Bank Statement
4. International Application - Sponsor Form
5. List of English Proficiency Test Scores
6. High School Diploma/Transcripts
7. $45 Application Fee ($25 due with application / $20 due with enrollment)
8. Copy of Visa
9. Copy of I-94
   If changing from J1 or J2 visa, also include:
10. Copy of DS-2019

Admission & Enrollment Process

1. Complete the International Student Application, upload all requirements and pay your application fee online.
2. You will receive an email with your NSHE ID and a second email with instructions to validate your account after you apply
3. A Letter of Acceptance will be issued and emailed to the address on file when you are admitted
   You will be notified when your I-20 is available for pick-up
4. A Senior Specialist, review the change of status process and requirements with you
5. Follow the instructions given to you to apply for a change of status through immigration
6. Attend the mandatory orientation for new students two weeks before the semester begins. Take any necessary placement tests during orientation
   NOTE: CSN does not have a late registration period. Please contact our office immediately to defer your admission to the next available semester if you are not able to arrive in time for orientation
7. If/when your change of status is approved: Pay the mandatory health insurance online
8. Contact the Academic Advising Department to register for classes
9. Pay tuition, buy your books, and get ready to begin the semester!

If you have attended CSN in the past with a CSN I-20, you are considered a returning student.

Requirements

1. Online International Student Application
2. Copy of Passport
3. Bank Statement
4. International Application - Sponsor Form
5. List of English Proficiency Test Scores
6. High School Diploma/Transcripts
7. $45 Application Fee ($25 due with application / $20 due with enrollment)Agreement Form
   If transferring from another school, also include:
8. Copy of Visa
9. Copy of I-94
10. Copy of I-20
11. Transfer In Form
    If returning after OPT, also include:
12. Copy of OPT card
13. Official Transcripts from all colleges and universities  you have attended in the U.S.

Admission & Enrollment Process

1. Complete the International Student Application, upload all requirements and pay your application fee online
2. A Letter of Acceptance will be issued and emailed to the address on file when you are admitted.
3. Provide a copy of your CSN Letter of Acceptance to your current school and inform them that you are transferring. Your current school will need to transfer your SEVIS record electronically in order for your CSN I-20 to be created.
4. Pay the mandatory health insurance online.
5. Contact the Academic Advising Department to register for classes
6. Pay tuition, buy your books and get ready to begin the semester!
7. Your CSN I-20 will be issued after the semester begins. Please let us know if you need an I-20 for travel purposes.