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International Students Apply Here


Thank you for your interest in our International Programs. If you choose to study at SVC, you can expect to find a family-like atmosphere where everyone is welcome, an appreciation of cultural differences and a desire to enrich the education we provide, with a global perspective.

Event Summer 2025

Fall 2025

Winter 2026

Spring 2026

Online Information Session(s) May 21 Aug. 12 Nov. 25 Feb. 24, 2026
Admissions Application Final Deadline May 16 Aug. 8 Nov. 21 Feb. 20, 2026
Housing Application Deadline May 16 Aug. 8 Nov. 21 Feb. 20, 2026
New Student Registration Begins May 12 May 12 Nov. 10 Feb. 17, 2026
Suggested Arrival Dates June 23 & 26 Sept. 15-16, 18 Dec. 29-30, &
Jan. 2, 2026

Mar. 30 & 
April 2, 2026

Athlete Arrival
Fall Quarter
  July 27 - Aug. 1    
In-Person Orientation July 1 Sept. 22 Jan. 5, 2026 April 6, 2026
Classes Begin July 2 Sept. 23 Jan. 6, 2026 April 7, 2026
Classes End Aug. 21 Dec. 12 Mar. 20, 2026 June 19, 2026

 

Why Choose SVC?


  • Safe, small-town environment
  • Family-like atmosphere
  • No TOEFL test is required for admission
  • Dynamic Conversation Partner Program
  • Peer Mentor Program
  • Small classes, personal attention. 20:1 (student:faculty)
  • Excellent transfer record to 4-year institutions
  • Advance levels that prepare you for college-level and university work
  • Homestay coordinator to oversee the homestay program
  • Convenient on-campus student housing (dormitories)
  • Personal attention provided by International Programs staff members
  • English tutoring services through the tutoring center
  • Transfer advising through the transfer center
  • Excellent technical programs for career training (25 total)
  • Active clubs & student organizations (24 total)
  • Close proximity to Seattle and Vancouver, Canada
  • Conveniently located near year-round recreation (skiing, hiking, scuba diving, golfing and kayaking)
  • Public transportation and airport pickup

 

International Student Testimonials

From Skagit Valley College to the Fashion Institute of Technology? Waynerio proves that anything is possible! This international student and recent graduate took his fashion dreams from SVC to NYC