Admission Requirements
MEC accepts applications from students all around the world who are committed to learning and improving their English. We offer Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels of ESL and students can enter at any one of these levels. In order to be admitted to MEC:
- The student must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a desire to learn English
MEC is an open-enrollment institution. This means that most students are accepted once their application has been submitted. Candidates are urged to visit the school for a personal interview. If this cannot be arranged, please send an email to: admissions@mecenglishcenter.com
Students can also apply for admission by sending an email to: admissions@mecenglishcenter.com.
Initial Students
Initial students in their home countries and prospective students in the US on a B-1, B-2, or J-1 Visa must submit the following documents for admission:
1. Passport copy, bio pages, valid at least 6 months (I-94 and VISA needed if you are in the USA).
2. Original bank statement showing no less than US $20,000 for Initial I-20’s or Affidavit of support.
3. Copy of highest diploma or certificate of academic completion & transcript.
4. A non-refundable registration fee of US $300 for initial I-20’s (excluding all USCIS fees).
5. Passport/I-94/Marriage/Birth certificates for dependents (if applicable).
Change-of-Status from B1 (Tourist)
1. Passport copy, bio pages, valid for at least 1 year (I-94 and VISA needed if you are in the USA).
2. Valid Visa stamp and I-94 Card or I-94 number
3. Approved copy of I-797
4. Original bank statement showing no less than US $20,000 or Affidavit of Support.
5. Copy of highest diploma or certificate of academic completion & transcript.
6. Personal Statement (“Why do I want to change my status?”)
7. Passport/I-94/Marriage/Birth certificates for dependents (If applicable).
Change-of-Status from J1
1. Passport copy, bio pages, valid for at least 1 year (I-94 and VISA needed if you are in the USA).
2. Valid Visa stamp and I-94 Card or I-94 number
3. DS Form
4. Original bank statement showing no less than US $20,000 or Affidavit of Support.
5. Copy of highest diploma or certificate of academic completion & transcript.
6. Personal Statement (“Why do I want to change my status?”)
7. Last 3 paychecks (copies)
8. Passport/I-94/Marriage/Birth certificates for dependents (If applicable).