What do I need to do to become an international student at OTC?
All the information you need is on the international student services OTC website. Go to the Prospective Students page and choose the link that applies to you. Once you’ve done this, you will be able to see what documents the International Programs Office will need from you before we offer admission.
Note: The application for international students is separate from the standard OTC application, and will be linked at the bottom of the checklist for each type of prospective international student.
How much does it cost to be an international student at OTC?
Cost information:
- The estimated cost for international students per year is: $7,420 for 30 credit hours.
- Tuition and common fees are as follows: $ 263 per credit hour plus fees. For a more detailed breakdown of international student tuition and feed, visit this link.
- International students are required to purchase insurance every semester for the duration of their time at OTC:
- For students between 24 and under, the cost of insurance is $49 a month.
- For a more thorough breakdown of the $22,000 required as proof of funds for F1 international students, visit this link.
What TOEFL score do you require for English language?
We require a TOEFL total score of 61. However:
- We will also take an IELTS score of 5.0.
- We will also admit transfer students who have successfully (2.0 GPA or higher) completed 15 or more credit hours through another American college or university.
- Those who have successfully completed the EAP (English for Academic Purposes) Level 5 training from the English Language Institute (ELI) of Missouri State University may be admitted with a letter of recommendation from the ELI Director’s office. Check www.international.missouristate.edu/eli for details about ELI.
- Students attending other English Language Institutes may be eligible but must submit transcripts and a recommendation letter from the language institute director indicating a high intermediate level in English.
- Students who have graduated from a U.S. high school on a J-1 visa do not need to take the TOEFL for admittance.
- Students on this list of exempt countries will not be required to provide proof of English proficiency.
I am an F-1 student at a local college. Can I sign up for Summer classes or take a few classes in Fall or Spring semester with OTC while I am at another school?
Yes, part-time/visiting international students maybe take up to 6 credit hours a semester at OTC. Please visiting this link for more information about the application process for part-time/visiting international students.
I am an F-1 student at MSU/Drury, or another college. Can I transfer to OTC for an upcoming semester?
Yes you may, provided you meet our international student requirements. For the full admissions checklist for transferring students, please visit this link.
Do you have dormitories?
There are no dormitories on the OTC campus; however, there is an abundance of apartments and living accommodations in the Springfield community. The following websites might be helpful in your search for housing: