For International Students

• Aya Ueki International Student Scholarship

  The parents of Aya Ueki established a scholarship to honor and celebrate the memory of their daughter, a former Capital University and Hokuriku Gakuin University student, who had a love of global learning. International students who have completed at least one semester at Capital, who are in good academic standing, and who have demonstrated campus involvement are encouraged to apply. The scholarship is open to any academic program of the university (ESL, undergraduate, graduate studies and the adult degree program.) The scholarship may be used to help cover tuition costs for the following fall and spring semester, but is not available to be used towards summer tuition or to pay off previous university debts. 

  Students who meet the qualifications can apply for the Aya Ueki International Student Scholarship using the online form.

• Exchange Students

  Exchange Students

  Students or scholars from one of Capital University Partner Institutions may apply to Capital University as part of an exchange program. Each year, the number of available participant spots is determined but the number of students who participated the previous year. Generally, there are between 1 – 3 places available each year for each exchange partner.
  

• Exchange Student Requirements

   Exchange Student Requirements

  To participate in an exchange program, students must provide the following documents:

  • An exchange application with a signature from the partnering institution indicating you have been approved by them to participate. 
  • A Financial Affidavit-of -Support form and a current bank statement translated in English. Students need to demonstrate they have sufficient funds to live and study in the U.S. while participating in the program. This is determined by the length of time you will be studying. Students should keep a copy of this information for themselves as they apply for a F-1 student visa.
  • Copy of the Information page of the passport
  • Demonstration of English proficiency. If students are enrolled in Capital courses, students may demonstrate they have sufficient English skills from taking one of the following exams; TOEFL or IELTS, scores.
• International Student General Forms

  Change of Address Form

  All students should update their address in MyCap within 10 days of a move. Immigration regulations require an address update in SEVIS. Please send an email to oie@capital.edu to make sure address has been updated.

  Letter Request Form

  Complete this form online and we will process your request as soon as possible. 

  Vacation and Travel Request Form

  Complete this form (interactive PDF) and submit it with your I-20 to Lesly Boateng, RM 121, Harry C. Moores Student Union. 

   

• International Student Employment

  Optional Practical Training

  Optional Practical Training (OPT) is an opportunity for you to have temporary employment to gain practical experience in your field of study. Generally, an F-1 student is eligible for a MAXIMUM OF 12 MONTHS of this type of employment for each educational level (Bachelor’s, Master’s, etc.).
  
  » Download OPT Instructions

  STEM Optional Practical Training

  STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. STEM OPT provides an opportunity to extend Optional Practical Training for an additional 24 months for graduates who completed a program of study in a STEM major. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security requires that the major and the major CIP code listed on the student’s I-20 matches up with their list of STEM CIP codes. The list of Capital majors meeting these requirements is listed on the STEM OPT instructions. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security also requires that employers meet specific requirements before a STEM OPT extension can be considered. Employers must have an e-verify employment number and must also work with the employee to complete, sign and regularly evaluate the employee on form I-983; training plan. A person who is eligible for a STEM extension must file this application before the end date of their current OPT. Unlike a traditional OPT application, a STEM extension requires employment and a specific employer prior to applying.

  » Download the full Fact Sheet

  
  Curricular Practical Training

  Curricular Practical Training-paid or volunteer temporary employment-is a way for students in F-1 immigration status to gain practical experience and work authorization in their field of study before they graduate. Students must be earning academic credit for the internship or clinical work during CPT, or the work must be either a required or integral part of the academic program as documented in the University Bulletin or the Student Handbook for the academic program. Eligibility requires students to have been full time in a qualifying immigration status for one academic year, or on F-1 status for one academic year. ESL students are ineligible for CPT. The controlling federal regulations is 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(f)(10).
  
  » Download the full Fact Sheet and Form 

• Global Student Association

  Global Student Association.

  GSA is a recognized campus student organization with membership open to all Capital University students. This organization plans cultural events to provide opportunities for Capital University students, faculty and staff to learn about world cultures and events that shape our world. The organization also plans social and community service events for its members. Watch your e-mail for important announcements and follow the activities on Instagram.

  Popular trips and events have included:

  • Trip to Old Man’s Cave and Hocking Hills State Park
  • Shopping trips to Easton
  • Culture Night
  • Halloween Pumpkin Carving
  • Wild Lights at the Columbus Zoo
  • Skiing or Tubing at Mad River Mountain
  • Ice Skating
  • Trips to Columbus Metro Parks
  • Thanksgiving Dinner Celebration