International Student Admissions Process INSTRUCTIONS

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1 International Student Admissions Process INSTRUCTIONS Please read the following information carefully and follow instructions: STEP ONE 1. Submit a complete Application and Enrollment Agreement for International Students 2. Letter of Intent 3. International Registration Request Form 4. Accompany the application with application fee. This can be paid by credit card or Western Union. To make a payment through Western Union please send your payment to: Name: Bianca Palacios School Address: Atlantis University 1442 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL Phone: After doing so please call your advisor for confirmation number. 5. Submit proof of High School graduation, translated into English if applicable. 6. Non-native speakers of English are required to provide proof of English proficiency 7. Participate in a qualitative admissions interview arranged by a University admissions advisor. 8. Upon acceptance, Atlantis University will send you an acceptance letter. 9. Atlantis University will send you the payment plan. STEP TWO 10. Sign and send payment plan. First term tuition is due on the first day of school NO EXEPTIONS 11. Submit the Affidavit of Support and Bank References. The total funds available for the first academic year must equal the total tuition, books, fees, and living expenses. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR FINANCIAL AID. SPONSOR LISTED ON THE AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE STUDENT S TUITION, FEES, AND LIVING EXPENSES. 12. Students applying for International Scholarship must submit the application by the deadline. Interested candidates should contact the Director of Admissions for information on this scholarship. 13. Request for International Student Visa (I-20) 14. Mail required documents and forms to : Atlantis University 1442 Biscayne Boulevard Miami FL 33132

2 STEP THREE Admissions File Processing. Once we have received all your necessary documents, you will be informed o of your admissions status. If you are admissible we will send you an acceptance letter will all the necessary information for you to study at Atlantis University. 15. Atlantis University will mail you the I-20 Form (certificate of eligibility for a student visa), along with information on how to apply for a student visa. This has to be presented for evidence at the American Embassy demonstrating your acceptance as a student at Atlantis University. 16. Atlantis University will you pre-arrival and Orientation information. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Student s Name Signature Date PLEASE OR FAX THIS PAGE TO THE DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS LISTED ABOVE Atlantis University 1442 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL USA

3 No. STEP 1: Complete Personal Information Application and Enrollment Agreement International Student If you are currently in the U.S. with a visa, you are considered an International student. To submit this application you must have completed the equivalent of a high school diploma or graduation in the United States or higher. A USD NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEE must be submitted with this application for processing. We accept check, money order, or credit card made payable to Atlantis University. If paying by credit card, indicate type of card, number, and expiration date. Return completed applications to International Student Admissions, Atlantis University, 1442 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL USA. Deadline: Fall Semester June 1 Spring Semester October 15 Semester you plan to start: Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20 Enter your name exactly as it appears or will appear in your passport, and include a photocopy of the name page in your passport with this application. Name Family/Surname First/Given Name Middle Name Date of birth / / Social Security # / / Native Language Country of Citizenship City and Country of Birth Mailing Address City State/Country Zip Home phone [ ] - Address: Permanent Address (if different) City State/Country Zip Home phone [ ] - Occupation Work phone [ ] - Sex: Male Female Will there be any people accompanying you? Yes No Will you need a dependent I-20? Yes No Marital Status Single Married If you are presently in the United States, do you have F1 Status? Yes No If not, what kind of visa do you hold? Will you require an I-20 for a Change of Status? Travel/F1 visa? If currently in the U.S: Type of Visa: Expiration Date / / Number on I-94 (entry document) Expiration Date / / Tests: TOEFL Test Date / / How did you find out about Atlantis University? TOEFL Score (if taken) I certify that I have read the international student brochure and I understand the admission requirements for Atlantis University. I certify that the information listed in this application is true and complete, and I understand that any misrepresentation or omission of facts will be cause for refusal of admission or dismissal from Atlantis University. I also understand I must fulfill any specific visa requirements and that all full-time students must purchase the mandatory health insurance. Student signature Date

4 STEP 2: Educational Information List all secondary schools, colleges, or other institutions you have attended. Schools (Secondary/Preparatory, Colleges, Universities, or Institutes) Full Address Dates Attended From: Date of Graduation & Degree Earned To: From: To: From: To: From: To: From: To: STEP 3: Student Source of Funds This form is not an application for financial assistance. This form is REQUIRED for admission to Atlantis University. The Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Service requires an international student to show evidence of adequate financial support for one academic year (9 months) and a plan for continued funding for subsequent years. The original letter from a banking institution listing the amount of funds available to the student must accompany this form. PLEASE INCLUDE A PHOTOCOPY OF YOUR CURRENT PASSPORT! **List your name as it appears on your passport.** City and Country of Birth: Family/Last Name: Given/First Name: Middle Name: Date of Birth Month Day Year Student ID number: Student Source of Funds 1. Personal Savings Name of Bank The original letter from a banking institution dated within six months and listing the amount of available funds must accompany this form 2. Parent, Relative, Friend as Sponsor Name of Sponsor The original letter from a banking institution dated within six months and listing the amount of available funds must accompany this form 3. Your Government or Other Sponsoring Agency Name of Agency The original signed award letter is required with this form 4. Other (Describe) Type of Funding Source of Funding The original signed award letter is required with this form Amount of Support First Academic Year Country of Citizenship: Amount of Support Subsequent Years Total: $ USD $ USD

5 Family/Sponsor Certification This is to certify that I have agreed to provide the amount of funds stated above to the student for the purpose of full-time study at Atlantis University. This commitment will continue for the duration of the student s course of study. The evidence of my resources in the form of an official bank letter accompanies this statement. I also understand that it is not the responsibility of Atlantis University to provide financial assistance to the student. Name of Sponsor Relationship to Student Address of Sponsor Signature of Sponsor Date / / DEPENDENTS Full Name Date of Birth Country of Citizenship The student is required to show additional funds of $3000 USD and complete the following information for the dependents that will accompany them to the United States for study. Relationship to Student I certify that the above information provided is a correct statement of my arrangements for financing my studies, and I understand that I am responsible for any debts incurred while attending Atlantis University. Student s Printed Name Student s Signature Date STEP 4: Program Information, Tuition, Payment Plans PAYMENT PLANS Please select one payment installment plan. Plan One I am paying the amount of $ for each semester. Plan Two I am paying the amount of $ for every year enrolled in the program. Credit Card Authorization For your convenience, you may pay with your credit card. The USD application fee and USD tuition deposit will be billed to your credit card account upon receipt of this completed form. I, give Atlantis University permission to (please print name) charge $ against my MasterCard Visa American Express Card* to pay for tuition or fees on / / (today s date) *A photocopy of the front and back of credit card is needed for verification. Credit Card Number: Expiration date: / (Month/Year) Security Code Signature of Credit Card Holder: Print name as it appears on card: Address of Credit Card Holder: Phone number of Credit card Holder: [ ] -

6 A yellow copy of the credit card transaction will be mailed to you. Note: We will only accept US bank checks, credit cards, cash, or wire transfers. STEP 5: Read, Sign Your Name, Add Today s Date Notice to student: Do not sign this Application/Enrollment Agreement before you read it or if it contains any blank spaces. You are entitled to an exact copy of this signed document. Keep it to protect your legal rights. I have read the terms and conditions contained in this Application/Enrollment Agreement and understand that this agreement constitutes a binding contract upon written acceptance by the University. I have received a copy of the current catalog and have read it. I have received a copy of this Application/Enrollment Agreement, which has been signed by both the school and me as student or my parent or guardian if I am less than 18 years old. Student signature Parent/guardian signature if student is less than 18 Date Date For School Use Only Payment has been received in the amount of $ Date Signature of Authorized College Representative: Title

7 Affidavit of Financial Support Atlantis University 1442 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL USA The Immigration and Naturalization Service requires that all students provide evidence of adequate funds to meet the financial obligations of enrollment at a U.S. college or university. Thus, you must complete all areas of this affidavit that apply, including original signatures. The combined U.S. dollar amount from your sponsor(s) must equal or exceed the total amount of your education and related expenses for the first year of study at Atlantis University. Bank verification of funds must not be older than six months. PERSONAL INFORMATION Family/last Name: (Passport name) Student ID Number: (If known) First Given Name(s): Date of Birth: (Month/day/year) "I certify that the information furnished on and with this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge." Signature of Student: Date: SELF, FAMILY, OR PRIVATE SPONSOR Sponsor's Guarantee: "I guarantee without reservation to support annually the educational costs and living expenses including tuition and fees, room, meals, books, supplies, health insurance, medical and emergency expenses, travel and personal expenses of the student named above while he/she is enrolled at Atlantis University. I also agree to furnish additional support for this student's dependents traveling to the U.S.A., if any, as listed on the reverse of this form. I further guarantee that the student will not become a public charge during his/her stay in the United States." "I guarantee the annual amount Does this amount equal or exceed the amount Equivalent in US dollars of:" required by Atlantis University? Yes No Sponsor's Signature: Date: Full Name of Relationship to Self Sponsor (printed): Student: Sponsored Sponsors Complete Address: Bank Verification of Funds: "I certify that the sponsor name above is financially capable of meeting his/her commitment of: $ dollars, and that if the funds originate from outside the U.S., the government has no restrictions regarding this release of funds." Signature of Bank Official: Date: Name and Title Of Bank Official: Name of Bank: Address of Bank: Bank Stamp/Seal: NOTE: In lieu of a bank seal or endorsement, your sponsor's bank may choose to send an original letter (not a photocopy) in English, signed by a bank official, indicating the amount of funds available. (Over)

8 2 BUSINESS/CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS Business/corporate sponsors must submit an original letter on the company's letterhead that specifies the details of the sponsorship. The business/corporate sponsor must submit proof that the person named below has the authorization to use company funds for sponsoring the student. In addition, the business/corporate sponsor must provide an original letter from their bank, in English, signed by a bank official, verifying that the corporate funds pledged are available. Amount of Sponsorship Funds Pledged (US Dollars): Signature of President or Authorized Company Official: Name of Business/Corporation: Name (printed): Title: Fax Number: Date: Address of Business/Corporation: GOVERNMENT, EDUCATIONAL, AND AGENCY SPONSORSHIPS This includes embassies, government loan agencies, and government contract agencies. Please send an original signed copy of the award letter, on organizational letterhead that specifies in English the terms of the support, the U.S. dollar amounts to be covered for tuition and/or living expenses and the duration of the sponsorship. Source of Award: Annual Amount in US Dollars: ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION If while attending Atlantis University you will live free of charge with friends or relatives for at least your first year of study, the responsible person must sign the following statement: "I guarantee that room and meals will be provided by me at no cost to the above name applicant for at least the first year of study at Atlantis University." Signature of the Responsible Person: Name (printed): Relationship to Applicant: Phone: Complete Mailing Address DEPENDENTS Please complete this section if you plan to bring a spouse and/or your children to the United States. Please consult your American Atlantis University admission representative for additional assets required for each dependent. Dependent's Full Name Relationship to Date of City of Country of (As it appears on his/her passport) Applicant Birth Birth Birth INCOMPLETE AFFIDAVITS WILL BE RETURNED FOR COMPLETION AND MAY DELAY YOUR ADMISSION.

9 Atlantis University Student Name (Printed) Student SSN Letter of Intent As part of your acceptance process, the Letter of Intent will be reviewed along with your completed application in the Acceptance Meeting. Please focus and put all of your thoughts into answering the following question: All Atlantis University students have to be very committed to attending class, doing their best, and graduating. Why are you committed to earning your degree at Atlantis University and why should you be accepted? To be drafted by the applicant: For Official Use Only Admissions Advisor s Interview Recommendation Based on the interview with the above named applicant: ( ) This student is recommended for acceptance into Atlantis University ( ) This student is not recommended for acceptance into Atlantis University

10 Request for I-20 Please return this document so that we can issue a Sevis I-20 correctly Date Family Name: First Name: Middle Initial: Maiden Name: Date of Birth: Country of birth: Citizen of: ISSUED FOR: Initial Attendance: Continued Attendance: School Transfer Name of School (if transferring within the US) Number of Dependents (if traveling with you): Full name of Dependents: Date of Birth: Country of Citizenship: Degree of Education you will take here at Atlantis University: Associates: Bachelors: Diploma or Certificate Program Expected start date: Completion date: (we complete this) English Proficiency: (yes) (no) Tuition: Amount of sponsorship in U.S Dollars Name of Sponsor: Annual Living Expenses: Books: Students support Total 12 months: If you are a transfer student with an existing I-20, please attach a copy of the I-20 and the I-94 card/passport Current Address: Address in the USA:

11 NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION REQUEST Last Name: Social Security No: First Name: Daytime Telephone: Academic Advisor Your Academic Advisor is Admissions Advisor name: Start date: Program of Study and Concentration Select ONE School of Business, Computer Sciences, Language Programs, and Certifications School of Business Bachelor of Science Degree Programs: Business Administration Major Concentrations: International Business Marketing & Public Relations Business Economics Associate of Science Degree Programs: Business Administration Business Marketing International Business Diploma Programs Bookkeeping Administrative Assistant Language Programs: ESL Intensive Language Program School of Computer Sciences & Technology Bachelor of Science Degree Programs: Management Information Systems Graphic Design Associate of Science Degree Programs: Computer Information Technology IT Certifications: Computer & Network Technician CNT (A+, N+) Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (Including: MCP, MCSA, MCSE and MOUS) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA, CCNP) Computer Network Professional (CNP) CompTIA (S+) Student s Signature: Date: Disclaimer: New students requesting online courses must have General Education English and have written approval from the VP of Academic Affairs. We cannot accommodate all personal schedules. Your flexibility will be the key to completing your program on time. Date Received: Date Processed: Notes: OFFICIAL USE ONLY Please return to: Atlantis University Academic Advisement Department 1442 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL Phone: (305) Fax: (305)