Additional Information

Health Insurance

Health insurance is available to all students who are enrolled in at least 12 credit hours per fall and spring semester. The program is funded through student fees and offers basic protection to those who do not carry other health insurance. Coverage is available throughout the calendar year. Optional dependent coverage for spouse and/or children is also available. International students are required to maintain coverage through the school’s provider.

Employment

International students are allowed to apply for on-campus jobs as available. They will not be able to work more than a total of 20 hours per week (even if employed in more than one job) and will only be allowed to work if they will not displace a US citizen according to US ICE regulations. The admissions office will assist you in applying for a US Social Security number which will be needed for you to begin working.

International Student Handbook

Recommended Web sites:

Scholarships for International Students
www.scholarshipexperts.com
www.internationalscholarships.com
www.iefa.org
www.fundingusstudy.org
www.soros.org/initiatives/scholarship/focus_areas
www.aauw.org/fga/fellowships_grants/international.cfm
www.amideast.org
www.foreign.fulbrightonline.org
www.scholarshipsandgrants.us/

Financial Guide, Insurance, Student Loans
www.edupass.com/finaid
www.internationalstudentinsurance.com
www.internationalstudentloan.com
www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis

US Government Sites
www.ice.gov
www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis

Educational Credential Evaluators
www.ece.org

Association of International Educators
www.nafsa.org

About the City of Grand Rapids
www.grnow.com

Test of English as a Foreign Language
www.toefl.org

International Students Incorporated
www.internationalstudents.org

Taking the ACT or SAT
www.collegeboard.com