International Student Admissions Information

Finger Lakes Community College welcomes students from around the world to pursue their education. We offer a small, safe, and affordable option to earn your degree — all in the heart of New York's Finger Lakes region. Apply to FLCC using the steps below.

Application Deadline

Review the table below for important international student admissions deadlines.

Contact the Admissions Office at admissions@flcc.edu with any questions. We are eager to help you explore why FLCC is a great choice!

Application Requirements for F1 Status

1. Submit Your General Admissions Application

• Visit www.flcc.edu/apply to start your admissions application.
• Select F1 Visa when prompted in the Citizenship Section.
• If you need a PDF version of our online application, you can request one at admissions@flcc.edu.

FLCC requires specific supplemental materials to accurately review international student applications

2. Submit Required Supplemental Materials

Upon submission of your application, you will be provided instructions to access your application status page and submit the following:

• International Supplemental Application
• Autobiographical Essay
• Financial Support Statement
• Official Financial Documents

All international student applicants must document their ability to meet all educational and living expenses for the entire period of their intended study before Finger Lakes Community College can issue a Certificate of Visa Eligibility (Form I-20). Documentation must be dated within one year of the date of initial enrollment. Based on the estimate of annual education and living costs at the College, applicants must document financial support equal to or greater than this amount. This estimate is subject to change without notice and will usually increase each year.

2024-2025 International Student Costs Per Year

3. Take the TOEFL iBT^® or IELTS™ and Send Us Your Scores

• If you have not taken the TOEFL iBT, schedule an appointment with ETS. Ensure that you have your scores sent to Finger Lakes Community College.
• If you have taken the TOEFL iBT within the last two years, send your score report directly from ETS. TOEFL scores are valid for two years.
• Applicants interested in taking the IELTS can visit their website for country-specific booking information.
• If you have taken the IELTS within the last two years, contact IELTS to have your results sent to Finger Lakes Community College. IELTS scores are valid for two years.
• Applicants must score either a 46 (TOEFL iBT) or a 5.5 (IELTS) to be admitted to Finger Lakes Community College.
• On a case-by-case basis, we may waive the English proficiency examination requirement. Questions regarding this requirement should be directed to admissions@flcc.edu.

4. Send Us Your Transcripts

• Mail official copies of your high school transcripts (signed or sealed), diploma, and relevant exams to the Admissions Office. Documents not in English must include a certified translation.
• College transcripts require evaluation by a NACES accredited agency, such as WES, to be eligible for transfer.

5. Provide a Copy of Your Passport

• Send a copy of your passport to the Admissions Office at admissions@flcc.edu, or mail it with your other supplemental materials.

FLCC Admissions Office Mailing Address

Finger Lakes Community College
Admissions Office
3325 Marvin Sands Dr
Canandaigua, NY 14424
United States of America