Visa & Pre-Arrival V2
After you’ve been accepted to Highline, here’s how to apply for your visa and get ready to arrive on our campus. If you are a transfer student, please follow our Transfer Pre-Arrival Checklist.
Visa
Pay your I-901 SEVIS fee.
What is the I-901 SEVIS Fee?
The I-901 SEVIS fee is required by the US government for all students with records in SEVIS. If you have dependents on your I-20, you will only need to pay one fee.
Apply for your F-1 student visa and pay your visa fee.
What you need:
- SEVIS ID Number
- Highline College’s address
- Check the DS-160 Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring to your interview:
- Passport, I-20, and acceptance letter
- SEVIS I-901 fee
- Financial information (bank statement)
- Check the wait time for visa appointments for the US consulate closest to you
- Read Five Ways to Prepare For Your Visa Interview
In case of visa denial:
- Ask the consular official for the reason and when you can re-apply
- Contact ISPAdmissions@highline.edu
Housing
Apply to Campus View Student Housing.
Campus View Housing Requirement:
All new Highline College international students 17 years or older are required to live in Campus View Student Apartments. If you believe you qualify for an exemption, please complete this form.
Travel Arrangements and Airport Arrival
Arrange your flight:
- Check the Campus View Move-in and Orientation dates
- Submit your flight information to ISPAdmissions@highline.edu
Arrange airport pickup. If you’d like help identifying available options, please contact ISPAdmissions@highline.edu.
Airport Pick Up Policy:
Due to COVID-19, we are not personally doing airport pickup at this time. However, we are offering financial compensation for travel to students who will be living in Campus View. Please save the receipt from your taxi or rideshare service and submit that to us for your reimbursement. This information is subject to change.
Travel Documents:
- Passport, Visa
- I-20 and Acceptance Letter
- US Address
If you have any urgent issues when you arrive, please call our ISP emergency phone at +1 (253) 642-7525.