Next Steps after Admission - International Students

Spring 2026 Orientation

Transfer students: TBD
New F-1 students: TBD

Northway Building | Multicultural Center Room 1-313

What to expect at Orientation:

• Meet SCTCC staff and DSO’s 

• A few short presentations 

• A small lunch 

• Campus tour  

• Register for courses 

International students at St. Cloud Technical & Community College are required per MN State Policy (3.4.1, pt. 5, subp. B, #2) to purchase the Student Health Insurance Plan for Minnesota Community and Technical Colleges: 

• 2025-2026 Summary Brochure
• Current Annual Cost (Individual): $2,499.00 USD

Students transferring from a Minnesota State System school who have paid their UHCSR annual health insurance fee in full may transfer their coverage to SCTCC if the transfer occurs within the coverage period.

UNITEDHEALTHCARE ACCOUNT INFORMATION 

Login to My Account to access and manage your policy 

• Create your account

• Print your insurance card

• View claims 

• Update your address 

Customer Service: 1-800-767-0700 or customerservice@uhcsr.com

Immunization

Minnesota Law (M.S. 135A.14) requires proof that all students born after 1956 are vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus, measles, mumps, and rubella, allowing certain specified exemptions (born before 1957). Immunization Form

You will be required to use specific technology and platforms at SCTCC. From email to D2L, there's a lot of resources and plenty to learn. We're here to help! 

• Technology Services
• D2L Brightspace
  • Course Content, Course Assignments, Course Grades, Online Courses
• eServices
  • Account Management, Courses & Registration, Academic Record, Bills & Payments
• Email and Office 365
  • Student Email and Free Office 365 Applications

Some programs have specific laptop requirements. Learn more about the laptops and requirements

IT Student HelpDesk

• Visit the computer lab in Northway Building 1-405
• helpdesk@sctcc.edu
• (320) 308-6445