Frequently Asked Questions about International Students
F1 students may stay from August through May without any additional charges. However, you must notify the Designated School Official of your intentions and comply with Residential Life policies.
Yes, health insurance for F1 students is mandated by SUNY. There are three periods for health insurance coverage: Aug. 15 - Jan. 15; Jan. 15 - June 15; and June 15 - Aug. 15.
The TOEFL exam is required for all international students except those whose native language is English. The minimum TOEFL score required is 500 on the paper exam (173 on the computer-based exam). Be sure and request that an official score report be sent to Alfred State. The college's code number is 2522. Results from the IELTS or STEP EIKEN exam may be substituted for the TOEFL exam. The SAT is required for baccalaureate level programs and for scholarship consideration.
They must go to the Consulate or Embassy and obtain a visitor's visa.
The nearest airport is the Greater Rochester International Airport. The airport is located 70 miles (112 kilometers) north of Alfred on Interstate 390.
You must obtain a visitor visa in advance unless you are from Japan; you must also see your designated school official.
There is no cost assessed; however, your Designated School Official must be notified in advance.
Yes there is assistance available. Contact your Designated School Official in the International Education Office for further details.
Yes, contact the Designated School Official in the International Education Office for further details.
File a police report and notify your Designated School Official.
Student and Exchange Visitor Information System- It is the tracking system used by the Bureau of Immigration and Customs and Enforcement under the Department of Homeland Security. The Designated School Official is the local agent to keep track of the student. This all helps you keep your status legal.
Alfred State College offers over 70 academic majors in six different categories. These include majors within the agriculture, applied technology, business, engineering technology, health related, and liberal arts and sciences areas.
Alfred State is located in the village of Alfred, New York, in rural western New York State. The village of Alfred is a small, safe town with a permanent population of 2,000 people. There is much natural beauty here and very clean air. Another school, Alfred University, is also located in the village. The college is about 300 miles (482 kilometers) west of New York City, 90 miles (144 kilometers) southeast of Buffalo, New York, and 70 miles (112 kilometers) south of Rochester, New York.
You must inform your designated school official along with Residential Life to make arrangements.
Yes, Alfred State does accept transfer students who have at least a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale from previous college or university coursework. Please note that an official transcript is required before an admission decision will be made. In order to be evaluated for transfer credit, descriptions for all courses taken (in English) must also be provided. In addition, it is strongly recommended that students provide a course-by-course credential evaluation completed by an approved credential evaluation service. See our international transfer students page for further details.
Two scholarships are automatically awarded to international students who qualify. An application is not necessary for these scholarships. These scholarships are only available to students beginning their studies in August. Learn more about the international student scholarships.
Approximately 50 international students study at Alfred State each semester. Currently, these students are from 10 countries. Our College has the best on-time graduation rate in the two-year SUNY system. Alfred State has a total student population of 3,700 students. This size allows for small class sizes (average of 20 students per class) and the opportunity for students to work closely with faculty members.
You can download the application from our International Student Application Process page. This page includes instructions and an application checklist.
Yes, 13 residence halls are available on campus, and housing is guaranteed for all students. Students are required to live on campus unless there are circumstances that prevent a student from doing so. The residence halls are open to international students continually from the beginning of classes until the end of the academic year at no additional cost. Specially designated areas allow for this extended stay. Any requests to live off campus should be directed to the Residential Life Office.
Alfred State awards degrees in Associate in Applied Science (AAS), Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS), Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Arts (AA), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Science (BS), and Bachelor of Technology (BTech). Certificate programs are also available. Learn more about academic degrees at Alfred State College.
International students interested in being considered for admission should complete the four-part international student application. In addition to the completed application, official academic and financial documentation is required. Unless the student's native language is English, the TOEFL exam is also required. Results from the IELTS or STEP EIKEN exam may be substituted for the TOEFL exam. Entrance requirements vary by major, but most require a solid background in math and science.
Once completed application materials have arrived at Alfred State, a decision regarding admission will be made within two weeks.
Costs can be found on our international student tuition and costs page. These costs do not include tools or a laptop computer that are requirements for some majors. Other than scholarships, financial aid is not available for international students.
If you are interested in beginning your studies in the fall semester, completed application materials should arrive in the Alfred State Admissions Office by May 15. If you are interested in beginning at Alfred State in the spring semester, completed application materials should be in by Oct. 15. (If you are applying from a country that requires additional background review, May 1 and Oct. 1 should be the latest date to submit application materials.)
