CURRENT INTERNATIONAL STUDENT RESOURCES
The Office of International Programs (OIP) is here to serve international students and Study Abroad students. Below you will find a list of resources and services for you to use.
Are you a new student looking to apply? We have a website just for you!
OIP Advising
OIP Hours
| Day of Week | In Office Hours | Walk-In Advising Hours | Virtual Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Thursday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Friday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
We are offering in-person and online advising for all international students. OIP advisors can assist with class registration, program plans, transferring to a university, visa questions, letter requests, I-20 signatures, immigration, and more! You can also schedule an appointment with admissions staff to learn how to apply, or our fiscal staff for help on paying tuition or using your health insurance!
Make an In-Person Appointment
Current international students use the OIP Letter Request E-Form to request a letter from the OIP office.
Types of letters you may request:
- Canada Visa Support Letter
- Confirmation/Enrollment Verification
- Confirmation Letter for Visiting Family
- F-1 Visa Renewal Support Letter
- Social Security Number for Optional Practical Training (OPT) Students or for on-campus Job
Current international students fill out a Student Status Report form to communicate with OIP office about:
- Concurrent Enrollment (Taking a class at another school)
- Going Home for One or More Quarters
- Graduation
- Vacation
All workshops are pre-recorded and can be viewed at your convenience. Please send an email to oip_desk@edmonds.edu if you have any questions.
- College and Relationships
- Healthy Relationships Discussion
- Relationship Red Flags Workshop
- Goal Setting Workshop
- Mental Health Workshop
- Online Learning Tips
- Filling Out OIP Forms
- Applying for Scholarships
- Edmonds Alumni Transfer Story
- University Transfer Plans
- Looking for a University
- Career Action Center
- Volunteering
- Mental Health Tips
- Goal Setting (S.M.A.R.T.)
- EXPLORING majors and academic programs at universities
- MEETING admission requirements
- APPLYING to universities (3 or more recommended)
- SELECTING Edmonds classes for transfer
- PREPARING for university campus visit
- TRANSFERRING academic and immigration records
- START early! PLAN ahead! WORK backwards!
- IDENTIFY transfer universities/programs EARLY
- COMMUNICATE DIRECTLY with University Advisors
- MEET Admission Requirements University (Freshman or Transfer)
Program or major
The graduation process and commencement ceremony can be an exciting adventure. Take care to have all your paperwork completed and submitted to the correct offices by the posted deadlines.
- Contact the Office of International Programs
Submit a Student Status Form if you plan to graduate during the current quarter and inform OIP of your post-graduation plans. - Make sure you meet college graduation requirements
You must meet all college graduation requirements and apply for graduation by the deadlines. The college issues degrees and certificates each quarter, but the commencement (graduation) ceremony is held only once a year at the end of spring quarter. - Prepare for Commencement
Graduation is the process you go through to have your degree posted to your transcript. Commencement is a ceremony held annually in June for students completing requirements for a degree or certificate. Students planning to attend the ceremony should follow the instructions on our commencement page.
F-1 visa holders must have permission to work off campus. Optional Practical
Training (OPT) is an immigration option that allows international students to work
in the U.S. in a job related to their major. Students normally work for six months
up to one year after graduation. Some students may also apply for CPT if working is
a requirement to graduate from their program. Get started on your OPT application
by making an appointment with an advisor.
Maintaining F-1 status and making progress toward your academic goals.
Minimum requirement to maintain good academic standing and ACTIVE SEVIS status:
- Quarterly grade point average (GPA) 2.0
- Cumulative GPA 2.0
2.0 = letter grade equivalent: C
* Based on a minimum of 12 credits per quarter. 15 credits per quarter is average.
Edmonds College Policy: Grades and Grading Practices
Academic Warning
- Students will receive an Academic Warning notice by email if their quarterly GPA is below 2.0.
Dismissal
- Reasons for dismissal include:
- Three quarters under 2.0 quarterly GPA
- Two quarters under 2.0 GPA if one one quarter is all zeros or V grades
What to do if you receive an Academic Warning notice: Make an appointment with an advisor in OIP. Students are expected to review their grades every quarter, and should see an OIP advisor if they are worried about their grades. See the Academic Calendar to find the date that “Grades available to students online”. You can find your grades on your unofficial transcript, accessible in ctcLink. See here for instructions: 9.2 View Unofficial Transcript
Dismissals are final and result in SEVIS termination. We encourage students to communicate with advisors about their progress after receiving the academic warning letter to talk about ways to improve.
Authorized part time quarters (studying less than 12 credits) for annual vacation, or preapproved medical or academic reasons, do not count toward the academic progress policy but will affect grade point average.
F-1 Regulations:
“The student is considered to be maintaining status if he or she is making normal
progress toward completing a course of study.” 8 CFR 214.2(f)(5)(i)
Resource: Maintaining Status | Study in the States
Completing a course of study means to earn a degree or certificate from Edmonds College and you must have at least a 2.0 cumulative Grade Point Average.
High School Advisors Appointments
- International High School Completion - In-Person Appointments
- International High School Completion - Online Appointments
Your Advisors want to help you succeed!
Tips for Success:
- Meet with your advisor every quarter
- Plan your classes in advance and make an academic plan
- Register early for the next quarter and know what you need to take.
| Quarter: | Month to register early: |
|---|---|
| Fall | May |
| Winter | November |
| Spring | February |
| Summer | May |
- Be prepared! Buy your books before classes start or as soon as possible after
- the quarter begins. Find Course Materials | Edmonds College Official Bookstore
- Participate and attend
- Talk to your teachers
- Form study groups
- Use the library, study areas and computer labs
- Go to the tutoring center when you need help
- Meet other students in your classes
- Dedicate time to do your homework every day. In general, for each one hour of classroom lecture time, you should have up to 2 more hours of individual study time. Calculate 5 credits = 15 hours of total class and study time.
OIP Programming
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to stay up to date on our activities or follow our Calendar.
Are you interested in leading an activity? Contact oip_programming@edmonds.edu
Group Gathering encourages a more international campus by providing a safe space for students to engage in culture sharing and English practice. This event is open to all students and is a great opportunity to make new friends, learn about different cultures, and practice communication skills.
The International Assistant and International Leader Programs are great volunteer opportunities for students to help new international students during Orientation. It is a great chance for students to gain cultural awareness, make new friends, and gain hands-on leadership experience.