FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• How do I apply for admission to the intensive English program at Spring International Language Center?

  If you are at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate, you may apply by (1) completing the application forms for admission and for housing, (2) enclosing the $100 application fee, (3) including a readable copy of the ID page of your passport, and (4) sending a recent bank statement of affidavit of financial support to:

  Spring International Language Center
  Attn: International Student Advisor
  University of Arkansas
  300 Hotz Hall
  Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701
  USA

• How will I know if I have been accepted into the program?

  After your application and housing forms, $100 fee, and bank statement have been received in Arkansas, you will receive (usually within 1 or 2 weeks) the I-20 and Arrival Information Form. You will need to complete and return the Arrival Information Form so that we can begin making arrangements to meet you at the airport.

  Acceptance into Spring International Language Center does not constitute admission into the University of Arkansas. A separate application must be requested from the University.

• How do I get a student visa to enter the U.S.?

  First, make an appointment at your local United States Embassy or Consulate, and second, pay your SEVIS fee. You should take (1) our I-20 form showing admission to our school, (2) your passport, (3) your SEVIS receipt, and (4) evidence of the source and amount of your financial support to the US Embassy or Consulate to apply for an F-1 student visa. You should also be prepared to explain your planned course of study in the US and probable year of return to your home country.

• How will I be met at the airport in the US?

  You should send all flight arrival information (airline name and flight number, departure and arrival times) at least two weeks in advance. Go here for your application to be picked up at the airport.

  Upon arrival at Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA): A representative of Spring International Language Center or your host family will meet you inside the airport arrival gate and drive you to the University.

  PLEASE BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL WHEN BOOKING YOUR FLIGHT THAT YOU INDICATE FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS or NORTHWEST ARKANSAS - airport code XNA. Go here for airline flight information.

  Warning! There are several other American cities called "Fayetteville" in other States! Also, do not choose Little Rock Airport! It is more than 340 kilometers from Fayetteville, Arkansas.

• How will I check in to the campus residence apartment?

  The representative from Spring International Language Center will take you to your campus residence apartment and help you settle in to your campus accommodations.

• How will I meet my American host family?

  If you have applied for a host family or homestay housing (i.e. you have sent in the housing application), you will normally be met at the airport by your host family. In a few cases you will meet your host family within 48 hours of your arrival. In the case of late request, you may be placed with a temporary host family or in a residence apartment while the homestay placements are arranged by Spring International Language Center. Late requests for homestays may result in your staying in the campus residence apartments for one 9-week term.

• When must I pay my tuition and fees?

  You will pay tuition and all remaining fees and register for classes at 8:00 a.m. on the first day of the term.

• How will I know which level of English classes I have been assigned?

  After you have paid and registered, you will be tested and level assignments will be determined by the Program Director based on your test results. The test will include an oral interview, a writing sample, a reading section, and grammar.

• Will there be an orientation for newly arrived students?

  Following registration and testing, you will attend an orientation to Spring International Language Center and the University of Arkansas and enjoy a Welcome Lunch. On the second day, you will visit the bank and go shopping for any items you may need to get settled.

• When will I receive my schedule of classes?

  Class schedules are usually ready for you to pick up on the third day at 8:00 a.m. Your first class starts at 8:30 a.m..