Student

International
Students

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
PRE-ARRIVAL STEPS

International students that have been admitted to Butte College must complete the following steps in order to ensure a successful arrival. For more details, click on the icons or links below. Also, you can check our comprehensive Pre-arrival guide.

SEVIS

Pay SEVIS Fee

Now that you know your SEVIS ID number, you can complete the one-time fee payment of $350 to the Department of Homeland Security. Go to http://www.fmjfee.com to pay your SEVIS fee

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Schedule VISA Interview

You need to schedule your interview the earliest date possible. Locate the nearest embassy in your home country using this link: http://www.usembassy.gov/

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VISA Interview

You will need to take your original I-20 along with other documents required by your US embassy/ Consulate in your home country. To get ready for your visa interview check our F-1- Visa tips

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Notify Us

Let us know about your VISA by e-mailing us to international@88021y.com

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Arrange Your Housing

Learn more about your housing options and let us know once you find a place or if you need help finding one

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Book Your Flight

Your final destination should be Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

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Arrange Airport Pick Up

Book your ride from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chico through SuperShuttle or take a taxi. Learn more about your airport pick up options

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Attend Orientation

This is mandatory for all international students. Class registration happens during orientation

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Buy Your Health Insurance

Health insurance is a requirement for all international students. You will be required to show a proof of coverage at the beginning of each semester.

 

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