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Behzad Dabu
International Admissions
E-mail: intladmissions@colum.edu
Worldwide mobile: +1-312-852-1324
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Questions: Visa and I-20 process
Gigi Posejpal
Director of International Student Affairs
E-mail: gposejpal@colum.edu
Phone: +1-312-369-7458

Using Educational Agents

Columbia College Chicago’s Admissions Office is the single best resource for providing international students with information regarding our admission requirements, tuition and costs, housing, programs of study, student visas, and any other questions about the application process. Although using an educational agent, educational consultant, or independent college counselor is not necessary for international students wishing to apply to Columbia, students who do employ them are also invited to contact us directly with questions at any time.

As an international student, you will need an F-1 or J-1 student visa to enter the United States to study. You can apply for the visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate, using the SEVIS I-20 Certificate of Eligibility or DS-2019 form issued by Columbia College Chicago.

Other items which may be required by the embassy or consulate include the following:

Item(s)	Related Documents
Evidence of financial support for the period of time and amount indicated on the SEVIS I-20 or DS-2019 form
Acceptance letter from Columbia College Chicago
Valid passport for at least 6 months after your proposed date of entry into the U.S.
Evidence of English proficiency
Proof that you have a permanent residence outside the U.S.
A nonimmigrant visa application DS-156 together with a Form DS-158. Some applicants will also be required to complete and sign Form DS-157. Application(s) are also available at the American Consulate Office.	DS-156 Form DS-158 Form DS-157
Payment of $200 USD - I 901 SEVIS fee (Payment of $180 USD - Exchange students/visiting professors and scholars applying for the J-1)
One 2x2 photograph. For details visit U.S. Department of State photo requirements.

If approved, the consular officer will place a visa in your passport. If you receive a multiple-entry visa, you may use it to reenter the U.S. up to the date of its expiration as long as you have a valid SEVIS I-20 or DS-2019.

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