Calendar 2005-2006 - The University of Akron

42 The University of Akron 2005-2006
Medical Insurance Coverage
All international students are required to provide proof of major medical health
insurance coverage that meets the minimum established requirements set forth
by the University before they will be permitted to register for classes. While it is
not mandatory, you may purchase the student health insurance plan offered
through the University for your convenience. The insurance coverage must remain
in effect during a student’s enrollment at The University of Akron.
For more information about the student health insurance plan offered through the
University, you may e-mail:
or logon: http://www.leonardinsurance.com/AkronU/uofa_coverage.htm.
International Student Orientation
International students are required to attend an International Student Orientation
program that takes place during the two weeks before classes begin. Orientation
information will be mailed to students along with the Certificate of Eligibility. The
orientation fee is $60.
If you have further questions, you may contact the Office of International
Programs by:
E-mail: international@uakron.edu
Web site: www.uakron.edu/oip
Phone: (330) 972-6349
Fax: (330) 972-8604
Note: All fees are subject to change without notice.
Financial and Immigration
Documentation
Information on estimated expenses can be found on the form “Declaration and
Certification of Finances” (DCF) included in the application packet. This form must
be completed and returned to the Office of International Programs along with
other application materials. A letter of support from your sponsor may be substituted
for the DCF.
Undergraduate tuition and living expenses for the 2005-2006 academic year will
be approximately $24,000. Tuition is subject to change.
Applicants planning to arrive to The University of Akron on student visa (F-1/J-1)
must submit the DCF form and original financial documents required by this form.
According to U.S. Government regulations, financial documents must demonstrate
that the student has enough immediately available funds to meet all
expenses of the first year of program and adequate funding will be available for
each subsequent year of study. Documents must be dated not earlier than one
year from start of program.
Once the student has been admitted and his/her financial documents are sufficient,
the Office of International Programs will issue the Certificate of Eligibility
(I-20/DS-2019) needed for the student to apply for an F-1/J 1 visa.
Students on F-1/J-1 visa transferring to The University of Akron from another U.S.
College/university without leaving the U.S.A. will be eligible for transfer only if
they maintain a valid nonimmigrant status. The I-20/DS-2019 will be issued upon
submission of the document proving their valid status and meeting requirements
mentioned above. A new I-20/DS-2019 must be obtained before the first semester
starts.
Scholarships
A limited number of June Thomas Rogers Scholarships are available to undergraduate
international students. All interested applicants should contact the
Office of International Programs for further details or go to www.uakron.edu/oip.
Note: Prospective undergraduate students should apply for the “New
Undergraduate International Student Award. “ Continuing students should apply
for the “International Understanding Award.”