*This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students.
Thank you for your interest in Ozarks Technical Community College! We are a comprehensive community college offering two-year associate degree programs in both academic and technical areas.
Deadlines for Part-Time/Visiting International Students
Your application to Ozarks Tech as a part-time/visiting international student must be submitted no later than two weeks prior to the start date of the term in which you wish to register.
Please see our official academic calendar.
Admission Requirements
Ozarks Tech requires a $75.00 fee (plus a $3.00 credit card transaction fee) to process international student applications.
Applications are submitted at apply.otc.edu. To proceed with applying as a part-time/visiting international student, begin a new application, respond “No” to “Are you a US citizen?” and respond “F1/M1 Student Visa (Prospective, Change of Status, Transfer, or Part-Time Visiting)” to “Please describe your citizenship status.” Then, in the later “International Overview” section of the application, select “No, I want to be a part-time visiting student” under “Are you transferring from another US college/institution?”
Please upload all required documents and pay the processing fee before submitting. If your application meets all requirements for admission, it will be processed within five to ten business days, you will receive notice of admission.
If your application does not meet admission requirements or lacks sufficient documentation, you will receive an email from [email protected] with further instructions.
Proof of English proficiency is required if your primary language is not English. The list below are the countries where English is one of the primary languages. If you are from one of these countries, you are exempt.
Individuals who have completed one or more years of study at the university level in the U.S. may be exempt at the discretion of the International Programs Office.
The following are tests and scores that count as a fulfillment of the English proficiency requirement at OTC:
- TOEFL (Score of 61 or more)
- IELTS (Score of 5.5 or more in every category)
- Completion of level B2 program at English Language Institute of Missouri State University
- Manchester Exam (score of 360 or more)
EXEMPT COUNTRIES FOR PROOF OF ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
- Antigua
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Botswana
- British Virgin Islands
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Nigeria
- New Zealand
- Philippines
- Sierra Leone
- St Christopher
- St Kitts
- St Vincent
- Swaziland
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Trinidad & Tobago
- Uganda
- United Kingdom
- West Indies
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
A part-time coordination form completed by a DSO at your current institution is required for your application as a part-time/visiting international student. A digital version is sent directly to the DSO through the application portal.
In the event of any technical difficulties with the form, please contact [email protected].
Please submit copies of your visa, passport, and current I-20 from your current college or university.
Contact International Programs
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Disclaimer
The information provided by Ozarks Tech regarding visas, immigration status, and related requirements is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. U.S. immigration laws and regulations are subject to change and can vary based on individual circumstances. Potential and current international students are strongly encouraged to consult a qualified immigration attorney or accredited representative for advice specific to their situation. Ozarks Tech assumes no responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided on this site.