Vol State welcomes international students on F-1 visas. You can earn a two-year associate degree or a certificate, and through the Tennessee Transfer Pathways, an A.A. or A.S. degree can transfer to a Tennessee public university toward a bachelor's degree. We admit F-1 students for the Fall and Spring terms.
How to Apply as an International Student
After submitting your Application for Admission, you will receive an email within 1-3 business days. Send any documents or questions to international@volstate.edu. We admit F-1 international students for the Fall and Spring terms only.
- Fall term: documents due May 15
- Spring term: documents due October 15
Provide Official Transcripts
- Official Final High School Transcript: Transcript will need to be evaluated by an approved NACES member credential evaluation service. The international high school must be equivalent to a regular U.S. high school diploma.
- Previous College(s): If applicable, transcripts will need to be translated and evaluated by an approved NACES member credential evaluation service. Transfer credit is not automatically awarded for international coursework.
Submit English Language Assessment Scores
Applicants whose native language is not English will be required to take the TOEFL, PTE Academic, IELTS, or Duolingo. To view the minimum required scores, please visit the Academic Catalog. If scores are below the minimum requirement, you will be required to take the VSCC Michigan Test.
Gather Financial Documents
You will need to provide satisfactory evidence that you are financially capable to meet the costs involved while studying at Vol State. International students will be responsible for showing that they have the ability to pay all Out-of-State Expenses. International students are not permitted to work and are not eligible for Title IV funding.
Submit Your International Documents
This will include your I-94 Form (upon arrival in the U.S.), visa, passport, and your I-20 (required if currently enrolled at an institution in the U.S.)
Tuberculosis Screening
Must submit official documentation from a licensed physician or other qualified medical authority verifying a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening test.
Health Insurance
Students must purchase health insurance approved by the TN Board of Regents within 30 days of enrollment.
Questions or Need Assistance?
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the International Office.
