International Students

As an open-admission institution, Carroll Community College grants admission to all students regardless of citizenship. Students who do not provide proof of immigration status at the time of enrollment are eligible to study but pay the out-of-state tuition rate. Permanent Resident/Green Card holders can provide documentation and be adjusted to the in county tuition rate if the 90 day residency requirement is met before the deadline for each semester.

Complete the Steps to Admissions. Once you have submitted your application, please send copies of your visa/immigration documents to admissions@carrollcc.edu. Acceptable forms of documentation are listed below:

• Permanent Resident— Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
• Asylees/Refugees—I-94 record or USCIS approval notice
• Other Visa Types– Foreign passport, visa stamp, I-94 or USCIS approval notice verifying current status.
• English Language Learners— Learn more about the services for English Language Learners

Maryland Dream Act and DACA– Students must meet specific requirements. Please speak to the Senior Director of Enrollment Development to discuss your qualifications by scheduling an appointment. Call 410-386-8430.

Please see this page for full information:

Admissions Process to apply for an (F-1) Student Visa

**If your visa type is not represented above, please call the Admissions Office to determine your tuition rate**

• You must be enrolled in 12 or more credits in the fall and spring. Only one of those classes can be online each semester
• You can enroll in only one online class in the fall or spring semester
• You cannot work off campus unless you have been approved to do so by USCIS.
• You can work on campus if you find a job opening. If you do find a position on campus, check with your DSO about the hiring process.
• F-1 students are required to file non-resident tax forms each year as required by U.S. federal regulations. Check with your DSO for more information.

Check with your DSO before you do the following:

• Move to a different address,  the college is required to update that information and ensure its current.
• If you need to drop a class
• If you want to change your major
• Make sure your I-20 is signed and current before travel

If you have questions visit the Admissions Office and ask to schedule an appointment with a DSO. We will help answer any questions that you have. It’s much better to check with your DSO before you make any changes to ensure the changes won’t impact you in a way that you have not anticipated.