What Kind of Student Are You?
Are you ready to apply? Great! Find the category below that best describes you, then follow the step-by-step process.
- New or Transfer Student
- Returning Student
- High School Student
- International Student
- Visiting Student
- Personal Interest Student
- Active Duty Military or Veteran Student
New or Transfer Student
New Student (first-time freshman)
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If you’ve never attended college since graduating from high school or a homeschool program or obtaining a GED/HSE—or if you have only dual credit—you’re considered a new student (first-time freshman).
Transfer Student
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If you’ve attended or attempted at least one semester of credit at another college, you’re considered a transfer student.
Steps to Enroll:
- Complete the online application.
- Submit placement (ACT®, SAT, or ACCUPLACER®) scores taken within the last three years, or click on one of the following buttons to make an appointment to take the ACCUPLACER®. Walk-ins are also accepted at the Iola Campus. (This is free to students for the first 3 attempts.)
- For onsite testing in Iola, schedule here: Iola Testing
- For onsite testing in Burlingame, schedule here: Burlingame Testing
- For online or virtual testing, schedule here: Online Testing
- Submit official high school and college transcripts (if any).
- Submit official documentation of articulated credit, advanced credit or CLEP tests, if applicable.
- If you plan on using financial aid, you’ll need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit your final high school transcript.
- Schedule an appointment with an advisor to enroll in classes:
Returning Student
Returning Student
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If you have previously attended Allen or have attempted credits here, you're considered a returning student.
Since you have been here before, you probably remember the drill. In order to get enrolled, please schedule an appointment with an advisor to update your information and to enroll in classes.
High School Student
High School Student
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If you are currently in high school or completing your G.E.D, you are considered a high school student.
Steps to Enroll:
- Complete the online application.
- If needed (test scores required for English, Math, Science, and CNA courses) have your high school counselor submit your ACT/SAT scores or your high school transcript for evaluation, or complete the ACCUPLACER test. You can take the ACCUPLACER test for free by scheduling an appointment below:
- For onsite testing in Iola, schedule here: Iola Testing
- For onsite testing in Burlingame, schedule here: Burlingame Testing
- For online or virtual testing, schedule here: Online Testing
- Contact your high school counselor or dual credit coordinator to discuss course selection, fill out the Student Registration and Consent form, or email one of the following individuals from the left menu to enroll you in selected courses.
International Student
International Student
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If you are not a United States citizen, you are considered an International Student. You must meet federal government requirements through the Student Exchange and Visitor Information System (SEVIS) to be granted Form I-20, and you must have paid the SEVIS I-901 fee.
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If you are a permanent resident or a noncitizen who is in the United States on a work permit, you are NOT considered an international student.
Designated School Official
Steps to Enroll
New Student
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A New International Student is a student seeking to attend Allen as a full-time student on a new I-20 issued by Allen. This student should be currently residing in their home country but plan to attend college in the United States. To be considered for admission, the student must submit the following:
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All required paperwork, documentation, and deposit must be submitted by July 1 for the Fall semester, December 1 for the Spring semester, and May 1 for the Summer session.
Once the documents have been received by Allen Community College, they will be evaluated for admission status. Upon approval, an I-20 form will be issued after deposit is received. When presented to an American Consulate, the I-20 may be used to secure the appropriate visa to enter the United States as an international student at Allen Community College. The student is responsible for notifying Allen of their visa approval to continue with the enrollment process.
Payment of remaining tuition, fees, room, board, insurance, and any other outstanding balance are to be paid in full one week prior to the first day of the semester or session in order to complete the enrollment process. To remain in compliance, international students must be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours each semester). Of the full-time hours, 9 credit hours must be taken on campus.
International students on an I-20 through Allen are required to purchase a medical insurance plan through the college. This insurance must be paid in full with tuition and fees.
SEVIS NOTICE
The SEVIS I-901 fee went into effect September 1, 2004. The payment website at www.fmjfee.com is operational. New students and exchange visitors with a Form I-20 or Form DS-2019 issued on or after September 1, 2004, are subject to the fee. Continuing students and exchange visitors are not required to pay the fee except under certain circumstances. For complete information on who needs to pay the fee (or does not need to) see the SEVP website. There is a complete list of questions and answers on all aspects of SEVIS I-901 fee payment.
Transfer Student
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A Transfer Student is a student seeking to become a full-time student and transfer their I-20 to Allen. To be considered for admission, the student must submit the following:
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All required paperwork, documentation, and deposit must be submitted by July 1 for the Fall semester, December 1 for the Spring semester, and May 1 for the Summer session.
Once the documents have been received by Allen Community College, they will be evaluated for admission status. Upon approval, an I-20 form will be issued after deposit is received. When presented to an American Consulate, the I-20 may be used to secure the appropriate visa to enter the United States as an international student at Allen Community College. The student is responsible for notifying Allen of their visa approval to continue with the enrollment process.
Payment of all tuition, fees, room, board, insurance, and any other outstanding balance are to be paid in full one week prior to the first day of the semester or session in order to complete the enrollment process. To remain in compliance, international students must be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours each semester). Of the full-time hours, 9 credit hours must be taken on campus.
International students on an I-20 through Allen are required to purchase a medical insurance plan through the college. This insurance must be paid in full with tuition and fees.
Online Student
| An Online International Student is a student seeking to become a student at Allen but will continue residing in their home country. To be considered for admission, the student must submit the following: |
- Online Student Admissions Checklist
- International Application for Admission
- Proof of English Proficiency (School code for requesting TOEFL is 6305)
- Minimum TOEFL score: 520 (Paper Test), 190 (Computer Test), 68 (Web Test), or a Duolingo score of 95, or
- Official transcript documenting 24 credit hours of English-As-A-Second-Language (ESL) coursework with a 2.5 GPA or higher, or
- Official transcript documenting 24 credit hours of college-level coursework an American college or university with a 2.5 GPA or higher.
- Applicants residing in a country where English is the primary language do not have to submit proof of proficiency.
- Authenticated, translated transcripts of all academic records - To transfer credits from any college or university outside of the United States, transcripts must be evaluated by one of the following agencies and sent directly to Allen:
Educational Credential Evaluators – www.ece.org
Education Evaluators International – www.educei.com
World Education Services – www.wes.org
All required paperwork and documentation must be submitted by July 1 for the Fall semester, December 1 for the Spring semester, and May 1 for the Summer session.
Once the documents have been received by Allen Community College, they will be evaluated for admission status. Upon approval, the student will receive instruction on getting enrolled. Payment of all tuition and fees is due by the first day of class for each semester.
Visiting Student
A Visiting Student is a student seeking to take one or more classes at Allen while maintaining full-time enrollment at another U.S. high school, college, or university. To be considered for admission, the student must submit the following:
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All required paperwork, documentation, and application fees must be submitted by July 1 for the Fall semester, December 1 for the Spring semester, and May 1 for the Summer session.
Once the documents have been received by Allen Community College, they will be evaluated for admission status. Upon approval, the student will receive instruction on getting enrolled. Payment of all tuition and fees is due by the first day of class for the semester.
Upon completion of the course, it is the student’s responsibility to request an official transcript be sent to transfer credit from Allen to their primary institution.
Additional Help
International Student Fees
International Students using international bank accounts have the payment option of Flywire available through the Payment Portal link.
Upon Arrival:
Report Date
Entry into the United States is limited to thirty (30) days before the program start date listed on the I-20. Upon arrival, students must report to an International Student Advisor. Please bring your I-20, passport, and visa. Your advisor will make copies of these documents for your file and review the documents to verify your immigration status. After this is complete, your advisor will assist you through the enrollment process. Allen is required to report students to the U.S. Government who do not check-in with the International Advisor and/or who do not enroll full-time.
Enrollment Requirements
All students granted an I-20 from Allen are required to enroll as a full-time student during the Fall and Spring semesters. Failure to do so will place you in violation of your immigration status. Full-time enrollment consists of twelve (12) credit hours; typically, four (4) courses. Students must enroll in a minimum of 9 credit hours on campus. Any additional hours may be taken online.
Once a student has enrolled, it is very important that you do not make changes to your enrollment without first speaking to an International Advisor.
TB Testing
Kansas statute requires all students to complete a screening for tuberculosis (TB) before beginning their first semester at Allen Community College. Screening is completed with the admissions application. As a student, you may be required to complete additional testing to determine if you have active TB. Testing must be completed in the United States and can be done at the local Kansas Health Department Office upon arrival. All costs associated with the testing and/or treatment of TB are the responsibility of the student. Students that are required to complete the testing will receive an email from the Vice President of Student Affairs. Testing should be completed within one (1) week of receiving this email.
Leaving Allen
Transferring from Allen
International students wishing to transfer to another institution must meet the admissions requirements of that institution. This will include the student currently being “in-status” with the I-20 issued from Allen. The student will also need to request that an official transcript is sent from Allen to the transfer institution.
If admission is approved, the student will need to provide the International Student Advisor with a copy of the acceptance letter and request that the I-20 be transferred to the new institution.
Exit Information
International students who have completed their program at Allen but do not wish to transfer to another institution, are given 60 days to return to their home country. If the student decides at a later date to return to the United States to pursue education, the student will need to apply for admission to the institution and re-apply for the I-20.
Visiting Student
Visiting Student
- If you are enrolled as a degree-seeking student at another college or university, but want to take classes at Allen, then you’re considered a visiting student. Prior to enrolling in classes, it is your responsibility to contact your current college to confirm that the classes you want to take at Allen will transfer. You must still apply for admission, be accepted and meet prerequisites for courses you want to take in order to enroll.
- Visiting students are not eligible to receive financial aid.
Steps to Enroll
- Complete the online application.
- Some Allen courses require prerequisites or minimum test scores that you may be required to provide by submitting unofficial transcripts or by taking a placement test before enrolling. To find out if the courses you need have prerequisites, view the course descriptions in the current Course Schedule. (Test scores are only valid for three years from the date taken.) Submit your unofficial transcripts or test scores to admissions@allencc.edu.
- Schedule an appointment with an advisor to enroll in classes:
Onsite in Iola Onsite in Burlingame Online through Zoom
Personal Interest Student
Personal Interest Student
- If you want to take classes at Allen and you’re not interested in receiving a certificate or degree, then you’re considered a personal interest or nondegree-seeking student. You must still apply for admission, be accepted and meet the prerequisites for courses you wish to take in order to enroll.
Steps to Apply
- Complete the online application.
- Some Allen courses require prerequisites or minimum test scores that you may be required to provide by submitting official transcripts or by taking a placement test before enrolling. To find out if the courses you need have prerequisites, view the course descriptions in the current Course Schedule. (Test scores are only valid for three years from the date taken.) Submit your official transcripts or test scores to admissions@allencc.edu.
- Schedule an appointment with an advisor to enroll in classes:
Onsite in Iola Onsite in Burlingame Online through Zoom
Active Duty Military or Veteran Student
Active Duty Military or Veteran Student
- Thank you for your service to our country. We strive to provide our active-duty military, veterans, and members of the National Guard or Reserve with the best possible support services to help meet your educational goals.
- For more information on tuition assistance and frequently asked questions, please visit our resources page: Active Duty Military or Veteran Resources
VA Certifying Official
Steps to Enroll
- Apply online for Veterans Affairs (VA) Education Benefits (GI Bill). This process can take up to three months to complete. If you have any questions about which benefits to choose, call the VA Hotline at 1 (888)-442-4551 (enter “1” then “0”).
- If you are currently using your VA Education Benefits at another institution, fill out a 22-1995 (22-5490 for dependents) transfer form.
- Complete the online application.
- Request your military transcripts and transcripts from other institutions you have attended. Have them sent to haviland@allencc.edu.
- Apply for Federal Student Aid and Allen scholarships.
- If needed, take a placement test (ACT®, ACT Compass®, ACCUPLACER®, etc.) You can schedule to take the ACCUPLACER for free through Allen by clicking below:
- For onsite testing in Iola, schedule here: Iola Testing
- For onsite testing in Burlingame, schedule here: Burlingame Testing
- For online or virtual testing, schedule here: Online Testing
- Schedule an appointment with an advisor to enroll in classes:
Onsite in Iola Onsite in Burlingame Online through Zoom - Submit your DD214 and Certificate of Eligibility to the VA Certifying Official by email to haviland@allencc.edu. Complete the new student data form.
- Pay tuition and fees in full.
- If you are receiving education benefits under Chapter 31 (Vocational Rehab) or Chapter 33 (Post 9/11), the VA will pay your tuition and fees directly to Allen. It is your responsibility to know your entitled percentage of payment.
- Students with Chapter 30, 35, 1606, 1607, and VRAP education benefits will be responsible for paying Allen by the required payment deadlines found on Academic Dates & Deadlines.
- Rent your textbooks online by filling out the Textbook Rental Form
Admissions Staff