Wiregrass Georgia Technical College\Advanced ATC, Inc. is authorized by the United States Department of Homeland Security to enroll non-immigrant students. The appropriate visa for vocational training is the M-1 student visa and after meeting all the requirements, the candidate will be enrolled. 

Please fill out and submit the International Student application and if you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Valdosta Technical College\Advanced ATC, Inc.

Application for International Students (PDF)

Declaration of Finances & Affidavit of Financial Support (PDF)

Admissions Requirements and Checklist for International Students
Checklist for International Students  (PDF)

The following requirements must be met before Valdosta Technical College\Advanced ATC, Inc. can issue the I-20 for your student M1 visa:

1.     Completed and signed Enrollment Application. There must be no blank sections on the Application.

2.     A non-refundable international student fee of $450.00 must be received by Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. This fee includes the $200.00 International Student processing fee and the $250.00 International Student administrative fee. An additional $100.00 will be required for the Form I-901. All funds must be in the form of a bank draft or cashier’s check.

3.     A copy of a high school diploma, an official high school transcript, or a high school equivalency certificate. These documents must be accompanied by an English translation.

4.     Evidence that you can read, write, speak and understand English. If you attended school in a country in which the dominant language of instruction is English, no other proof is required. Otherwise, you must submit a score of at least 500 on the TOEFL examination. IELTS is also accepted.

5.     A letter indicating that you have sufficient funds to meet your educational and living expenses.

6.     A Declaration of Finances form completed and signed.

7.     Two (2) passport size pictures (2"x2" showing your full face. A copy of your current passport.

8.     Reccomended but, not required that you take the 2^nd Class ATC Medical Examination.

9.     Proof of health and accident insurance.

10.   Preliminary approval from the Transportation Security Administration.

In addition to the items above that are specific to international students, you must meet all other Advanced ATC, Inc. admissions requirements.

Upon receipt of all items, including a refundable program deposit of $5,000.00, Advanced ATC, Inc will send your acceptance letter, I-20 and receipt for all funds received along with confirmaion of your enrollment. It will then be your responsibility to visit the American Consulate and apply for your visa.