International Students

Information for International Students

Are you an international student considering enrolling in a course or program? You're in the right place. As a fully online school of the visual arts, Sessions College welcomes students from all over the world. Founded in 1997, Sessions College has graduated students from more than 80 countries worldwide, including Canada, the UK, Australia, India, and South Africa.

Wherever you're located, we're here to help—and getting started at Sessions College is easy. Our Admissions Advisors are experienced in assisting international students, and available by live chat, email, and phone.

  1. Talk to an Admissions Advisor about your career or learning goals.

  2. Find out about the admissions process and about our monthly enrollment benefits.

  3. Register for a live open house and start your application.

  4. When you're ready to enroll, a wide range of payment options are available.

International Student FAQ

Here are some questions and answers from our Admissions team:

1. What are my program options?

International students can choose from an array of exciting certificate and degree programs in subjects ranging from graphic design, to Web design, multimedia, game art, fine arts, and more. Certificate programs start monthly, and Associate degree programs start in January, May, and September.

You can grow your skills, build your portfolio, and earn a career credential in as little as nine months. Or choose from one of more than 80 short courses in specific subjects.

2. Can I study from my local country or do I have to attend some/all classes in the U.S. or another local campus?

All courses and programs at Sessions College are delivered entirely online, so there is no requirement to attend classes at a traditional classroom facility. Of course, in order to participate in online classes, you will need to have a computer with Internet connection, together with any hardware or software (such as an Adobe Creative Suite) required for a specific program.

3. Does the class schedule allow for different (international) time zones?

Yes. Sessions College class schedules accommodate students in any time zone. All class content and communication tools are delivered in an online learning environment that is available 24/7. Certificate and degree program students have weekly deadlines or activities (degree programs) that need to be completed within a given timeframe, but you do not have to be online at any specific time. Degree programs have some "live" proctored examinations, but these exams are scheduled at your convenience.

4. Do monthly enrollment benefits apply to international students?

Sessions College has an enrollment benefit package specifically designed for international certificate students. This benefit is available to all students enrolling in certificate programs from outside the United States to all students who enroll within the defined time period that the benefit is available.

5. In program admissions, a "high school" transcript is requested. What is the international equivalent?

A high school transcript is evidence of your graduation from an institution of secondary education. In some countries, this is called "secondary school." For certificate program admissions, a high school transcript or equivalent is the only requirement; the program is open admissions. You can provide this evidence in any one of the following ways: high school transcript, high school diploma, college transcript, college diploma, GED score, accepted equivalency test, and so on. For certificate programs, providing this information electronically is acceptable: fax or email of digital or scanned documents.

For degree program admissions, we will need to see original (paper) copies of your transcript as well as copies of any college transcripts if you attended college. Non-native English speakers will also be required to complete an English language test (TOEFL or IELTS) and submit satisfactory scores as noted on the Degree Application Process page.

6. Does Sessions College accept bank wires for payment?

Absolutely. Sessions College can facilitate payment by various methods including credit card, bank wire, and more. If you wish to pay by bank wire, ask an Admissions Advisor to send you bank routing information. A $25 processing fee will be charged for bank wire transfers. For a complete list of payment methods, look for payment options under the degree or certificate admissions area.

7. What kind of financial aid is available to international students?

United States Federal financial aid is not available to international students. However, students looking for different ways to finance their education may wish to consider Sessions College institutional payment plans. The international student payment plan offers ways to afford your program tuition through an up front payment, and low monthly payments at no interest.

Visit Certificate Program and Degree Program admissions areas or ask an Admissions Advisor for more information.

International Students: Design Local, Study Global

In the Design Local/Study Global project, alumni from around the world share their experiences practicing art or design in their local environment. Featured projects include packaging design, event posters, music promotions, invitation designs, book layouts, logo designs, and more.

Visit the page and meet grads from Germany, India, South Africa, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Grenada, Belize, and beyond.

 

Image of flags from around the world Sessions welcomes students from around the world to its online degree and certificate programs.