International Student Services (ISS)
International students are welcomed at Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC). It is an ideal place to begin your education in the United States. Our large selection of academic and technical programs, quality instruction, and low tuition rates offer international students superior academic opportunities and a unique experience in a friendly atmosphere.
BCTC is accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. BCTC is a comprehensive community college where students can earn the two year Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science (AS), or Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. Credits earned at BCTC easily transfer to a four-year University.
If you are an International Student seeking to begin your educational endeavors in the United States, Bluegrass Community and Technical College is the perfect place to begin. Start your educational journey today by applying for admission!
Advantages for International Students Studying at a Community College
- Easy, open admission policies
- Wide selection of academic and technical programs
- Supportive learning environment with small classes
- Low cost tuition
- Credits fully transferable to other colleges and universities
Bluegrass Community and Technical Colleges main campus (Newtown Campus) is located in the heart of the city of Lexington, Kentucky.
The Cooper Campus (adjacent to the University of Kentucky), Leestown, and Newtown campuses are nearby. We have four other campuses conveniently located throughout the region: Danville, Georgetown, Lawrenceburg and Winchester. Together, these seven campuses make up one outstanding community college serving more than 10,000+ students.
International Student Services Office
You may call or email us or stop by our International Student Service Office and we would be happy to assist you!
Office Location
Newtown Campus
500 Newtown Pike
Classroom Building, 103G
ISS Office Hours
- Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If you cannot call or meet us in person, you may also email BL-international@kctcs.edu.
International Students Frequently Asked Questions
The U.S. Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services allows international students to work on campus for up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session. During vacations, students can work up to 40 hours per week. There are limited jobs available at BCTC and international students cannot expect to be guaranteed a campus job.
No, financial assistance is not available for international students.
You must contact the Admissions Office and apply. You must:
- Meet the academic requirements for the college.
- Be accepted.
- Provide financial support documents.
- Be issued an I-20 form, and;
- Apply for the F-1 (DS 2019 for J-1) student visa at the U.S. embassy or consulate in your country.
You will be able to register for classes only after completing the International Student Orientation as well as the BCTC orientation for beginning freshmen. Please refer to your acceptance letter for dates of the orientations. You will be assigned to an academic advisor who will then assist you with registration.
Please see the cost page.
Community colleges offer fully accredited academic programs that prepare the student for access to upper division education at public and private universities. Community colleges also offer two year certificate programs that lead to employment.
- Easy, open admission policies.
- Wide selection of academic programs.
- Basic skill courses including ESL.
- Supportive learning environment with small classes.
- Low cost tuition.
- Credits fully transferable to other colleges and universities.
