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Our International Student Services team is here to support you!

It is the responsibility of international students to Maintain Their F-1 Status. F-1 status refers to the visa category for students whose primary purpose is to study in the United States. Students must fulfill this purpose and comply with all regulations associated with maintaining F-1 status.  

A Designated School Official (DSO) is a staff member authorized to manage international student records. At SCTCC, DSOs are also here to advise, guide, and support international students as they navigate through F-1 visa regulations, employment options, academics, and adjusting to life in St Cloud.  

Students must contact a DSO for assistance with the following services or updates: 

  • Change major, program, or degree level
  • Transfer to a new school
    • Transfer Out Form
  • Program extension
  • Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
    • CPT Faculty Advisor Verification Form PDF
  • Optional Practical Training (OPT)
  • Reduced Course Load (RCL)
    • Reduced Course Load Form
  • Travel outside the United States
  • Change local address

Andrew Pflipsen PDSO

  • Suite 1-401 
  • andrew.pflipsen@sctcc.edu 

Eric Bergman DSO

  • Office 2-421 (2nd floor)
  • eric.bergman@sctcc.edu

Kelsey Stacken DSO

  • Suite 1-401 
  • kelsey.stacken@sctcc.edu 

Karen Backes DSO

  • Suite 1-401 
  • karen.backes@sctcc.edu 
Academic Support Services 

Academic Advising Center - academic plans and registration  

Center for Academic Success (CAS) - free tutoring services 

Records and Registration - academic records, credit transfer, graduation, and class support 

Student Support Services 

Your success and well-being are important to us, and our resources extend beyond academics! We provide many student support services, available to ALL students, including Career Services, Mental Health Services, Food Pantry, and much more! 

 

Find complete list and details of our student resources

In-Network Providers (covered by insurance here)  

CentraCare System

  • Routine Check-Ups or Non-Urgent Illness
    • Northway Clinic (near campus)
    • Sartell Clinic
    • Southway Clinic 
  • Urgent, Non Life-Threatening Illness or Injury
    • CentraCare Plaza Urgent Care
  • Life-Threatening Injuries/Emergencies
    • St. Cloud Hospital - Emergency Room (near campus)

Convenience Clinic (quick service for simple illnesses)

  • MinuteClinic Located Inside Cvs

Vision/Eye Exams

  • Northway Eye Clinic (near campus)
  • Insight EyeCare

 

Location

1540 Northway Drive 
St. Cloud, MN 56303 

The St. Cloud Technical and Community College campus is in a residential neighborhood of St. Cloud, located in central Minnesota, and is about one hour Northwest of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. The SCTCC campus consists of 5 buildings. 2 of these hold classes for academic students. The Northway Building is the largest building and contains Student Services, the Business Office, president’s office, Multicultural Center, dining, The Bookstore, trades & industry labs, and most classes. The Health Sciences Building holds the health sciences and nursing programs. The Heartland Building & Library is located between Northway and Health Sciences and is open to all students.  

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Emergencies and Campus Safety 

For emergency needs, you are encouraged to call “911” first and then call Security.   

Emergency: 911 

Security Officer: 320-308-5700 

St. Cloud Technical & Community College is committed to providing a safe work and learning environment for employees, students, and visitors. Vehicle and foot patrols of campus are conducted by campus security personnel from 8:30a.m. – 6:30p.m., Monday through Friday.  After hour response to campus incidents and emergency is provided by the City of St. Cloud emergency response personnel. Students, faculty, staff, and guests of the College are encouraged to immediately report emergencies and criminal activity to the St. Cloud Police Department (911). 

Campus Safety

SCTCC does not offer on-campus housing to students. Students typically own a home, live with friends or family, rent a house or apartment, or stay at neighboring St. Cloud State University. SCTCC partners with SCSU to make a limited number of rooms available on their campus, only a few miles away. You can easily travel between campuses using Metro Bus. For more information on local housing and for St. Cloud State housing, please visit Housing options

After you have found housing, here is some key information you should know and consider: 

  • Read and understand your lease! This is crucial for having a pleasant and problem-free renting experience. It will save you both time and money in the future. Be sure to make notes of the termination section. 

  • If you are co-renting, make sure that all parties are on the lease and the phone/utility/etc. bills so that you protect yourself from possible future liabilities. 

  • Be aware of rental scams. Review this page to identify rental scams and how to avoid them:  Rental Fraud: Top Tips for Avoiding Common Scams

Learn more about the St. Cloud Community from St Cloud Shines

The climate of Minnesota is typical of a continental climate with very cold winters and hot, humid summers. The state's location in the Upper Midwest allows it to experience some of the widest variety of weather in the United States, with each of the four seasons having its own distinct characteristics. 

Normal daily temperatures 

Average Temperatures in Saint Cloud: Celsius (C) and Fahrenheit (F) 

Jan 

Feb 

Mar 

Apr 

May 

Jun 

Jul 

Aug 

Sep 

Oct 

Nov 

Dec 

-13°C 

-9 

-3 

6 

13 

18 

21 

20 

14 

7 

-2 

-10 

8°F 

15 

27 

43 

56 

65 

70 

68 

58 

45 

28 

14 

 

Autumn in Minnesota begins with lingering summer-time heat and transitions towards cool, windy, and rainy, with possible snowfall. Trees and plants begin to change colors from summer green to eventually losing all color. The sun rises lower and lower each day so expect it to feel darker earlier.  

Winter in Minnesota is characterized by cold (below freezing) temperatures. Snow is the main form of winter precipitation, but freezing rain, ice, sleet, and occasional rain are all possible. Snowfalls occur from November to April. January and February tend to have less snow but can feel bitterly cold. At the start of winter, the sun sets around 4:30 PM so expect shorter amounts of daylight in the winter months.   

Spring in Minnesota is a time of major transition. Snowstorms are still common early in the spring (March and April), but by late-spring, temperatures begin to warm up and will include some rain and wind. Trees, plants, and grass begin to turn green again and temperatures start to feel more desirable. You will continue to experience increased daylight.   

Summer in Minnesota is known to be very pleasant. Heat and humidity are common in the southern part of the state, while warm and less humid conditions are generally present in the central to northern regions. Minnesota summers occasionally have thunderstorms. To avoid the hail, high winds, and lightning strikes from a storm, simply stay indoors and away from windows. The sun is at its highest point in the sky by Summer so enjoy the many extra hours of daylight.  

Transferring Out of SCTCC

When you have completed your studies at SCTCC, but are looking to consider your education at another institution, there are additional transfer steps to take as an international student. To begin this process, please fill out the Transfer Out Form

Applying to SCTCC

Looking for info about how to apply to SCTCC as an international student? Start here: International Student Admissions

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