Boston College

 

HOW TO APPLY TO THE COLLEGE

The College Application process – you must follow these steps:

Stage 1

  • Complete the application form.
  • Attach a passport size photo.
  • Post, fax or email to the college as soon as you can.
  • Attach copies of your exam results and qualifications, from school - these should be translated into English.
  • A photocopy of your passport is also required.
  • We will review your application and if appropriate will issue a conditional offer.

Stage 2

  • To accept your offer you will need to pay the tuition deposit.  Instructions on how to do this will appear in your offer letter. 
  • Also, you will need to provide official bank statements, translated into English, signed and stamped by the bank,  Ideally the bank statements should be in your sole name and the balance in your account for more than 28 days, to adhere to the UKBA Tier 4 rules and regulations.
  • When you have satisfied all conditions and paid the deposit we will issue the CAS number and statement. A CAS number cannot be allocated more than 6 months prior to the start of your course. To apply for your visa you must have a CAS number and CAS statement issued by Boston College

Stage 3

  • Apply for your student visa (see below).
  • When your visa is granted, book your flight and tell the International Office.

We will arrange for you to be met at the airport and brought to the college.  This is a FREE Service the first time you come to the UK.

Applying for your student visa

It is important to apply in good time.  The visa offices get very busy before the start of the academic year and it could take several weeks to obtain your visa.  However, you can only apply for your visa 3 months before the start of your relevant course.  Visit  www.ukcisa.org.uk and follow the links to International Student Advice, Guidance notes ‘I am coming to the UK to start my studies.  What do I need to do about immigration?’  This website gives up to date, accurate information on the visa application process.

Alternatively you can access the British government’s website www.ukvisas.gov.uk  for more information and advice.

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Large numbers of our students gain places on Higher Education courses in areas like nursing and teacher training, as well as general degree courses. Boston College offer a range of degree and foundation degree courses, including Computer Systems Engineering BA(Hons), Certificate in Education and Post Graduate Certificate in Education, (Post 16 Sector). We also offer an Access to Higher Education course for mature students wishing to gain entry to university courses and students consistently achieve high pass rates in this area.

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