Yes, but every student must be at least functional in English and able to work in a class without the need of a translator. · First, students should call Educational Support Services at (937) 512-5113 for information. · Next, make an appointment to see the coordinator for English as a Second Language program. Bring your passport, visa, and I-94. If students want a student F-1 visa, they must call Registration & Student Records, second floor, Building 10, (937) 512-3024 for requirements and forms. F-1 students must have a TOEFL score.

Students must have be high school graduates from their country or the U.S.A. The coordinator will help students: · Fill out an application form · Decide which placement test to take (the coordinator has a short test for ESL courses) · Register for classes. · Apply for financial aid Students pay tuition fees, get their Sinclair ID card and textbooks; then they are ready to begin classes.

The cost depends on what visa the student has, where the student lives and how long the student has lived there. The coordinator can explain this. If students are citizens or permanent residents and need information about financial aid, the coordinator can help. Any student can apply for financial aid. If they are deemed to be ineligible, they can then apply for a Sinclair scholarship.

· Sinclair Community College requires all NEW certificate and degree seeking students to take a placement test. This is NOT an admissions test. This test shows which level of classes students need. Only F-1 visa students need to take the TOEFL. · Students who want ESL classes might be asked to take a short ESL test in the office. · Students who want to take higher level classes with American students should take the regular, no-time limit placement test.

Students can use the library, bookstore, garage, physical activities center (PAC), cafeteria and laboratories. They may also use the child care center. Sinclair does not have student housing. For further information consult the college bulletin/catalogue or quarterly class schedule.

Sinclair has a student parking garage on Fifth Street. The cost is reasonable.

The campus is downtown and close to bus lines. Students should check the bulletin/catalogue for details or pick up a bus schedule at various locations on campus.

Yes, there are several. Contact the ESL program coordinator for more information.