International Students

New International Students

International students who wish to study at the English Language Institute as a full-time student must apply for an F-1 student visa by completing an I-20 application.

New Student I-20 Application

After completing the I-20 application, please upload the completed form along with the supporting documents to our CPS English Language Institute secure filedrop.

Your email should include the following documents:

1. A completed I-20 application form

2. A scanned copy of your passport photo page

3. A bank statement or bank letter showing proof of financial support ($16,664.00)

4. $1,375 Tuition Deposit

It takes approximately 1-2 weeks to process your I-20 application. You will be notified via email when the process is complete.

After you receive your Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status), apply for an F-1 student visa at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your country.


International Transfer Students

If you are an international student with an F-1 visa looking to transfer to the English Language Institute, please complete the transfer application below:

Transfer Student I-20 Application

After completing the International Student Transfer I-20 application, please upload the completed form along with the supporting documents to our CPS English Language Institute secure filedrop.


If you have any questions, please contact the English Language Institute via email at eli@ccny.cuny.edu or by phone at (212) 650-7312. 

Last Updated: 03/19/2024 11:26