ADMISSIONS POLICY
All international applicants to The Art Institute of Houston must meet the same admissions standards as all other students (see section under Admissions Requirements). Additionally, international students must demonstrate competence in English language by one of the following standards: graduation from a secondary or postsecondary institution whose primary language of instruction was English, a minimum score of 500 on the written TOEFL or an equivalent level of English proficiency from an approved English as a Second Language (ESL) program, or proof of successful completion of a minimum of two quarters of postsecondary coursework at an accredited institution in which English was the language of instruction.

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS FOR F-1 NON-IMMIGRANT STUDENTS
An international student seeking to enroll at The Art Institute in valid F-1 non-immigrant status must submit each of the following items:

• A complete and signed Application for Admission Form;
• A complete and signed Enrollment Agreement;
• Original or official copies of all educational transcripts (high school and, if applicable, university-level academic records) and diplomas. These educational transcripts and diplomas must be prepared in English or include a complete and official English translation. An official credential evaluation must accompany non-American educational credentials;
• Proof of English language proficiency (See International Admissions Policy for acceptable proof);
• A complete and signed Statement of Financial Support;
• A complete and signed Student Application;
• Official Bank Statements. Bank statements must verify sufficient funds to cover the cost of the educational program as well as all living expenses;
• A U.S. $50 non-refundable application fee and a U.S. $100 refundable tuition deposit;
• A photocopy of the student's passport to provide proof of birth date and citizenship (if the student is outside the United States and has not yet acquired a passport, they will need to submit a copy of their birth certificate;
• For all applicants residing in the United States at the time of application: a photocopy of the visa page contained within the student's passport, a photocopy of the student's I/94 arrival departure record (both sides);
• For all applicants residing in the United States at the time of application in either F, M, or J non-immigrant classification: written confirmation of non-immigrant status at previous school attended before transferring to The Art Institute;
• Proof of Health Insurance. Students who do not possess health insurance upon applying to The Art Institute must be prepared to purchase health insurance through an approved Art Institute provider upon commencement of studies.
• If an applicant seeking to enroll in valid student nonimmigrant status is transferring from a college or university in the United States, the International Student Transfer Clearance Form is also required.

If the applicant is accepted, he/she will be sent additional information regarding the student visa application process. The Art Institute of Houston is authorized under federal law to admit non-immigrant students.