Application Checklist

• Credit Card Payment Form (pdf)
• Make check/money order payable to "Peralta Community College District"

F-1 international students must demonstrate that they have sufficient funding for up to 1 year in order to have an I-20 issued. The Bank Statement must be issued within six months of application and include the following information:

• Bank institution name and contact information
• Date of issuance
• Name of the Account holder
• Type of Account (i.e. checkings, savings, etc...)
• Final balance
• English Translation (if applicable)

Please visit our Tuition and Fees Page for the current estimate for this year. This is the amount that must be submitted with your application. Students who have dependents (F-2) spouses/children must also show additional funding.

Please submit the highest level for each item translated in English

• Diploma(s)
  • Proof of completion of High School/Secondary
  • Proof of completion of College/University
• Transcript(s)
  • Complete High School/Secondary transcripts
  • Complete College/University Official Transcripts

• Document from a medical physician or
• Medical Examination (pdf)

• A clear copy of your unexpired Passport Bio Page

A personal essay, 500 words minimum, detailing why you have chosen to attend the Peralta Colleges, your educational and career goals.

Applies to All Applicants:

• This form is for all applicants who have a U.S. sponsor who will support their studies financially.
• Affidavit of Support (Form I-134) Download the PDF and then upload the completed form to ISP; do not use "File Online" with the USCIS button

Applies to All Applicants:

• If you are requesting that your spouse or child will enter as an F-2 dependent please submit the Dependent Form along with your application

Applies to All Applicants:

• Please submit any test score that demonstrates English proficiency. Scores must be within the last three years.
• Duolingo, TOEFL, IELTS, or iTEP scores

Applies to All Applicants:

• Guided Self Placement determines a student’s starting point for English proficiency
• Not required if:
  • a student has taken U.S. college/university courses in English
  • submitting test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, etc) or
  • native language is English

Applies to Transfer Applicants. Transfer applicants must submit these items with their application:

• Transfer-In Form (pdf)
• Copies of all I-20’s
• Copy of their F-1 Visa page (if unexpired)