- An English translation of stud ent’s high school transcript AND a copy of the diploma/certification
- If transferring college/university coursework from outside the USA, transcript(s) must be translated and evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). See a list of recommended agencies on the College website.
- If edu cation is completed within the US A , r equest that your high school and any college/university attended send an official transcript to the Cincinnati State Office of Admissions
- Provide proof of completion of secondary school in an English-speaking country .
- Submit official transcripts verifying successful completion of any c ollege-level English course with a grade of C or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in an English- speaking country. This does not include ESL coursework.
- Submit official test results that are less than two years old from one of the following:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Minimum score of 500 (PBT), 173 (CBT) or 61 (IBT). The school code for Cincinnati State is 1984.
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Minimum overall score of 5.0.
- ACCUPLACER: Minimum score of 4 on WritePlacer or 5 on WritePlacer ESL.
- Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 80.
A $15 non-refundable admission fee is charged to the student's first registration bill. Cincinnati State does not charge a fee when the admission application is submitted.
After receipt of the above-mentioned documents, and consequent offer of admission, all new and transfer F-1 and M-1 visa holders, and students who want to change their visa status to F-1, must complete and submit the International Student Enrollment Form (ISEF) to the Office of International Student Affairs to receive their I-20. Students must provide proof of adequate financial support and submit a tuition deposit in advance, which is credited to the student’s account and used only for payment of tuition and fees. An I-20 Form is issued to the student only after the ISEF and all required documents are received and processed .
The International Student Enrollment Form can be downloaded from the International Student Affairs Office section of the Cincinnati State website.
Non-Degree Seeking Student requirements:
Students who are not seeking a degree or certificate should complete the online Application for Admission as a Non-Degree applicant. Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for financial aid or Indiana or Kentucky Reciprocity. Once admitted, students may register for classes online, in person, or via email through the Registrar's Office. For more information see the Non-Degree Students section of the College website.
Returning Student requirements:
Students who have been admitted to Cincinnati State in the past, but have not enrolled in classes for one year or more, should follow these procedures:
- Submit an online Application for Admission.
- Request and submit to Cincinnati State official undergraduate transcripts from each regionally accredited college attended since leaving Cincinnati State. These transcripts must be mailed directly to the Office of Admission from the institution.
- Applicants may be asked to resubmit high school or college transcripts since the Admission Office is not required to maintain documents beyond five years after the initial admission to the College. Documents for graduates of Cincinnati State are maintained.
- A $15 non-refundable admission fee is charged to the student's first registration bill. Cincinnati State does not charge a fee when the admission application is submitted.
For more information see the Returning Students section of the College website.
