International Student (F-1) Contract

    International Student (F-1) Contract
    Personal Information
    Date of Birth
    Date of Birth
    12 Credit Minimum
    As an F-1 visa holder, you are required by the United States government to enroll in 12 or more credits every fall and spring semester. 12 credits is the minimum full-time enrollment. Summer semester is optional.
    12 Credit Minimum
    12 Credit Minimum
    Mandatory Medical Insurance
    Before registering for classes (and annually each August) you will be required to purchase mandatory medical insurance through NHCC, which costs $2,119 for the 2022-2023 academic year. Insurance coverage from another policy will not waive this requirement. You will not be able to register for NHCC classes until insurance is paid in full. This cost is noted in the financial certificate that is part of this application packet. For insurance information please visit www.uhcsr.com. Contact NHCC to purchase this insurance.
    Mandatory Medical Insurance
    Mandatory Medical Insurance
    Off-Campus Employment
    You may not be employed off-campus without explicit permission from the United States government. F-1 visa holders are prohibited from working outside of the school without first receiving employment authorization by the federal government. You are not eligible for this authorization during your first academic year as a student and cannot rely on approval as a funding source. You are eligible to find student worker employment on-campus at NHCC, but work opportunities are limited.
    Off-Campus Employment
    Off-Campus Employment
    Tuition Payment
    You are required to pay tuition each semester. Currently, tuition and fees are $210.42 per credit. 12 credits = $2,525.04 per semester (fall and spring semester enrollment is required). Payment plans are available. Students must account for textbooks, supplies, and all living expenses in addition to tuition/fees. For updated tuition information please visit nhcc.edu/tuition.
    Tuition Payment
    Tuition Payment
    Communication with International Student Advisor
    You must maintain consistent communication with your International Student Advisor. Inform your advisor when your address or phone number change and meet with your advisor regarding your academic program, employment status, and course selection. Your Advisors are your advocates and want you to succeed.
    Communication with International Student Advisor
    Communication with International Student Advisor
    Electronic Signature
    By signing this form (typing name as signature), I certify that all the information reported on this form is complete and accurate and that I agree to all electronic signature terms and conditions set forth by Minnesota State College and Universities.