The Binational and International Programs Office, will assist 40 students in obtaining
a Global Entry Pass. SWC will pay the $122.25 application fee for a Global Entry Pass.
The goal is to help binational/fronterizo and F-1 border commuter students reduce
the time they spend crossing the border to attend classes at SWC. We are coordinating
with the California Border Patrol to help us inform students on the process to apply
for Global Entry.
Why Global Entry and not Sentry pass? The application for the Global Entry pass seems
to be faster.
Binational/Fronterizo Students (U.S Citizens/Permanent Residents living in Mexico)
and F-1 International Border Commuter Students.
All the information you provide within the Global Entry Grant application is confidential
and will only be processed directly by Binational and International Programs for the
purposes of this grant.
Requirements for International Students
Attend a pre-semester orientation. Orientation is scheduled approximately a wee before
the start of the semester. Students must bring their I-20 form, passport, visa, and
I-94 form to the orientation.
Meet with an Academic Counselor before registering for classes.
All international students must maintain a full-time course load to stay in compliance
with F-1 Visa requirements.
Enroll in, maintain, and complete required units each semester.
Tuition varies per semester. Refer to the current class schedule or our Tuition and Fees page for current fees. Students must purchase textbooks and other related instructional
supplies.
NOTE: Financial aid is not available for International Students.
The amounts listed below are only estimates based on the minimum costs for a single
student per year (Fall & Spring).
Estimated non-resident tuition and fees: $8,120
Estimated books and supplies: $1,791
Estimated living expenses: $18,720
Mandatory health insurance: $1,800
Total: $30,431 [NOTE: Estimated cost of attendance for 9 months]
All International Students must maintain a 2.5 Grade Point Average on a 4.0 scale.
F-1 International Students are required to purchase mandatory health insurance coverage
while attending Southwestern College
Change of Address Form Use this form to update your contact information. International Students are required
to report changes to address, phone number, or e-mail address within 10-days after
making changes.
Consent to Release Information Use this form to authorize the release of your academic and personal records to a
person or agency.
Reduced Course Load Request Use this form to request approval to reduce your course load below 12 units (full-time).
Use this form to request Optional Practical Training approval. After graduation witn
an AA or AS degree, students might be eligible for a 12-month authorization who plan
to seek employment in the U.S. in positions directly related to their fileds of study.
You can only apply in the last semester of your program at SWC and must meet with
a DSO for more details.
Concurrent Enrollment Request Use this form to request authorization to take a class at another college or university
while still enrolled at Southwestern College.
Additional Information
Southwestern College does not have on-campus housing or dormitories. Therefore, students
are responsible for arranging their own housing off-campus.
Below is a list of some websites of companies/organizations that can assist you with
planning your arrival in San Diego County. However, please note that none are endorsed
by SWC.
UTSanDiego.com: This website offers information on apartment rentals, transportation, attractions,
entertainment, weather, etc. You can also get information on temporary housing (hotel/motel)
options.
SDReader.com: The San Diego READER magazine website will provide you with information on roommates,
rentals, cars, etc.
ApartmentList.com: This website will help you locate apartments available in San Diego.
Zillow: This website will help you locate apartments available in San Diego.