What does an international student need to do to become a student at College of San Mateo?
1. Complete and submit the College of San Mateo Online International Student Application.
2. Submit to CSM:
- Certified bank statement in English indicating the equivalent of $18,000 U.S.currency per year is available for study in the United States
- Demonstrate sufficient command of English
- TOEFL score of 480 (paper), 56 (internet based), or 160 (computer) OR
- Complete CSM approved English/ESL course work the United States
- Submit a handwritten essay describing your educational goals
- Submit copies (in English) of transcripts indicating you have the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma
3. Once you are admitted to CSM, submit to the U.S. Consulate in your home country:
- CSM issued I-20 certifying you have met the admission requirements.
- Copies of your financial statement
- Proof of intent to study in the United States and return to your home country
- F-1 Visa is issued
4. Upon arrival in the United States, you must:
- Report to the CSM International Student Center in Building 1, Room 261, with your F-1 visa (stamped at point-of-entry) as soon as possible
- International Students Application for Admission
- Application Instructions for International Students
- Academic Majors available at CSM
- Informational International Students brochure
Universal Student Housing is a primary homestay provider for colleges and universities in California. Our goal is to provide the best service possible and to make sure our students are happy in their homestay. USH offers students 3 different homestay options:
- Room only
- Room and breakfast
- Room with breakfast and dinner
