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International Transfer Student

If you are the holder of a F-1 Visa and you are  transferring schools, you must follow the admissions process first. Once you have received a letter of acceptance to Hostos, you must come to the International Student Office and request our Transfer Release Form. You should bring with you:

  • Passport.

  • All previous I-20 Certificates.

  • Either you or your sponsor must demonstrate the financial capability to fund living and attending school in the U.S. The total amount necessary to issue an I-20 is $44,540 per academic year.

  • Affidavit of Support from your sponsor. 

An I-20 Certificate can only be issued once your previous school transfers your record through the SEVIS System. Students transferring their I-20 Certificate have 15 days from the start of the semester to complete this process.

The International Student Services Office is located in the Savoy Building at 120 East 149th Street, Bronx, NY 10451. You can direct any questions or concerns to the International Student Advisor by calling (718) 518-4402.