Binational and International Programs

International students and their voices are a core part of the diverse community at 色界吧. Our Office of Binational and International Programs plays a central role in ensuring all feel welcome here, and if you have any questions at all about the international admissions process, our team is here to walk you through every step.

Learn about programs for binational (US/Mexico) and international students at Southwestern College.

About SWC

What’s the International Admissions Process

Gather Your Documents

色界吧ing for college does require certain things you’ll need. Review the “What You Will Need” section below very closely to ensure you don’t miss anything.

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Once you’re ready to apply and have everything you need, you can get going! Please review the application deadlines.

Get Started!

??You will find whether or not you’ve been accepted approximately 30 days after the application deadline. Before enrolling in a class, international students have several requirements, including attending a pre-semester orientation.

What You Will Need to 色界吧 as an International Student

Here’s what you’ll need for international admissions at 色界吧. If you are looking for some more detail or information, we encourage you to contact our staff. We will be happy to help you through the process!

Online F-1 International Student Application: Submit all your documents via our online application.
Proof of English Proficiency: Applicants must verify English Proficiency through one of the following:
- - Minimum score of 50 iBT (internet-based test). ETS must send the score directly to 色界吧. Our ETS code is 4726
- - Minimum score of 5.5 IELTS Academic. IELTS must send the scores directly to Southwestern College.
- - Minimum score of 75 Duolingo English Test. Select 色界吧 (California) to send the test score directly to us.
- Official transcripts or diplomas from a U.S. High School with the date of graduation posted.
- Official transcripts from a U.S. college or university showing completion of a college-level English composition course.
- Completion of Level 108 or higher at Q International School.
High School Transcripts:
- Submit your official High School diploma or certificate directly to 色界吧. If the documentation is not in English, you must also submit a certified English translation.
Evidence of Financial Support: You must provide evidence of sufficient financial support to pay for your tuition, books, supplies, and living expenses for two semesters. The total estimated cost is $30,431 U.S. Dollars.
For Transfer Students: To verify your present status, you must send a copy of your I-20, a copy of your F-1 visa, a copy of your most recent I-94, and a Transfer Verification Form.

Application Deadlines

	F-1 International Students	F-1 Transfer Students	F-1 Border Commuter Students
Spring 2025	November 29, 2025	January 2, 2025	January 2, 2025
Summer 2025	April 4, 2025	May 2, 2025	May 2, 2025
Fall 2025	June 27, 2025	July 24, 2025	July 24, 2025

Required Documents

F-1 International Students


Document	Description
Application Checklist	List of documents required to apply as an F-1 International Students who will reside in the U.S. for the duration of the program of study at SWC. Application Checklist Lista de documentos en Espa?ol Lista de documentos em Português 日本语资料一覧中文文件清单
Affidavit of Support	Students must submit the Affidavit of Support form with a signature from your sponsor. This form serves as proof that the person who signs it is willing and able to financially support you as an International Student for the entirety of your studies at SWC. Affidavit of Support Comprobante de Soporte Financiero

F-1 Transfer Students


Document	Description
Application Checklist	For students who are currently studying in the U.S. at a language school, college or university who want to transfer to SWC. Application Checklist Lista de documentos en Espa?ol Lista de documentos em Português 日本语资料一覧中文文件清单
Affidavit of Support	F-1 Transfer Students must submit the Affidavit of Support form with a signature from your sponsor. This form serves as proof that the person who signs it is willing and able to financially support you as an International Student for the entirety of your studies at SWC. Affidavit of Support Comprobante de Soporte Financiero

F-1 Border Commuter/Fronterizo Students

Students who are citizens of Mexico may apply for this I-20 category which allows them to attend a college or university in the U.S. that is within 75 miles of the U.S./Mexico border. F-1 Border Commuters/Fronterizo students may attend Southwestern College as full-time or part-time students. Students must abide by the following rules:

Full-time students must enroll in at least 12 units per semester.
Part-time students must enroll in at least 6 units per semester.
Students are not allowed to live in the U.S. They can cross the border only on the days they have classes.
Students are not allow to have an F-2 dependent I-20.
Students are not allowed to work on campus at 色界吧.
Students are not allowed to work off campus.
Students will receive a new I-20 each semester.

For more information on the F-1 Border Commuter Status, you may visit the

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Los estudiantes que son ciudadanos de México pueden solicitar esta categoría I-20 que les permite asistir a una universidad en los Estados Unidos que se encuentre dentro de 75 millas (120 kilómetros) de la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México. Los estudiantes F-1 Border Commuters/Fronterizos pueden asistir a 色界吧 como estudiantes de tiempo completo o medio tiempo. Las siguientes reglas se aplicarán:

Los estudiantes de tiempo completo deben inscribirse en al menos 12 unidades por semestre.
Los estudiantes de medio tiempo deben inscribirse en al menos 6 unidades por semestre.
Los estudiantes no tienen permitido vivir en los Estados Unidos. Solo pueden cruzar la frontera los días que tienen clases.
A los estudiantes no se les permite tener un I-20 para dependientes F-2.
A los estudiantes no se les permite trabajar en el campus de 色界吧.
A los estudiantes no se les permite trabajar fuera del campus.
Los estudiantes recibirán un nuevo I-20 cada semestre.

Para obtener más información sobre el estatus de F-1 Border Commuter, puedes visitar el sitio web del


Document	Description
Application Checklist	Mexican nationals who are border commuters. For students who live close to the U.S./Mexico border and will attend SWC while residing in Mexico. Application Checklist
Requisitos de Registro	Para estudiantes que son ciudadanos mexicanos y cruzaran la frontera desde México a los Estados Unidos para asistir a clases, mientras mantienen residencia permanente en México. Lista de documentos en Espa?ol
Affidavit of Support	Students must submit the Affidavit of Support form with a signature from your sponsor. This form serves as proof that the person who signs it is willing and able to financially support you as an International Student for the entirety of your studies at Southwestern College. Affidavit of Support
Comprobante de Soporte Financiero	Los estudiantes deben presentar el formulario de Comprobante de Soporte Financiero con la firma de su patrocinador. Este documento sirve como prueba de que el patrocinador está dispuesto y tiene la capacidad financiera de cubrir los gastos del estudiante internacional durante todo el tiempo de estudios en SWC. Comprobante de Soporte Financiero

Ready to 色界吧?

Students who will reside in the U.S. must submit the F-1 International Student Application.

Students who are Mexican nationals, and will commute from Mexico to the U.S. for classes, must submit the F-1 Border Commuter International Student Application.

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