Change of Status Applicants

For individuals currently in the U.S. on another non-immigrant visa (e.g., B-1/B-2, H-4, F-2) who wish to change their status to F-1 (student visa) to attend Baltimore City Community College (BCCC). 

Advising Recommendations 

1. Meet with a qualified immigration attorney for guidance on the Change of Status process, to find out if you are eligible for a change of visa status. They will help you file your I-539 application with USCIS. 

2. Consult a BCCC International Student Advisor to confirm your eligibility for admission and documentation requirements. 

3. Receive your Form I-20 from BCCC after you are admitted. 

4. Work with a qualified immigration attorney to prepare your Change of Status application (Form I-539) and file with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

NOTE: Do not begin studies at BCCC until your change of status has been approved or your SEVIS record has been properly activated under F-1 status, unless your immigration lawyer determines that your current visa type allows you to study in the U.S. 

Steps to Apply  

Complete your international student application packet:  

1. Submit your general BCCC Admissions Application .

2. Submit the required supplemental documents listed below by uploading them to your application portal.  

Required Supplemental Documents  

• Address Verification Form – signed by you and your host in the U.S.A.  

• Dependent (F-2) Request Form – signed by you. If you have no dependents, indicate “no dependents.” You have the option of answering this question online using the Supplemental Items drop-down menu.  

• Financial Support Statement – signed by you and your sponsor  

• Financial Documentation- please review the BCCC Twelve Month Budget  for full details. 

• Copy of your passport – biographical page only  

• Proof of English Proficiency (if English is not your first language): Please review the International Students / ESL Pathways Program page .

• Copies of all documents pertaining to your current visa status (USCIS notices, Form(s) I-94, visa, US Customs Stamp, US Department of State documents (if any) for you and any dependents. You can access the I-94 from your last entry to the USA here: (I-94) .

Optional Documents  

• Secondary high school completion certificate  

• Official translated transcripts and supporting documents from all secondary schools and universities. Unofficial copies will be accepted as well, but only official copies will be accepted for transfer of credit. 

• Post-secondary credits earned outside the USA must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).