WELCOME TO SPRING TERM 2022

The Center for Education (CIE) would like to welcome all returning and new international students to the 2022 Spring term at Madison College.

CIE is here to celebrate your successes and will support you through any challenges you may face. Please reach out to us at any time for assistance with questions or concerns, or to share your accomplishments!

The CIE hours are Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. You can also reach us at ISS@madisoncollege.edu or call us at 608-246-6201. Appointments can also be scheduled with our team using Navigate.

FILING 2021 TAXES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS!

It is important to be aware that, as a non-resident in the US, you’re legally required to file a tax return if you received US income during 2021 by the 18 April 2022 deadline.

And even if you didn’t work or receive income in the US, you’re still required to file a Form 8843 with the IRS.

Madison College has arranged access to Sprintax for you. Sprintax will guide you through the tax preparation process, arrange the necessary documents and check if you’re due a tax refund.

Sprintax was used by over 170,000 international students, scholars and non-residents last year, and the average Federal refund received by eligible students was over $1,185.

Watch for an international Student Services Newsletter - Special Edition soon for information on filing and get your access code! 

For more information, see our Tax Filing for International Students webpage.

SPRING TEXTBOOKS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE NOW!

Students are encouraged to order online as soon as possible at www.madisoncollegebookstore.com to allow for quicker service online and in-store.

Students will have the option of free delivery or to pick up at several campuses. Truax will not be an option for pick up. We are offering free standard UPS shipping on all orders through January 28th, 2022!

In-Store Hours

• Jan. 10th - 28th The bookstore will be open by appointment only.

• Beginning Jan. 31st - Monday-Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Textbook Return

The deadline for Textbook Rental Return for Fall 2021 textbooks is January 7th, 2022.

Students can return rental books through January 17th and only pay late fees. Books will no longer be accepted after January 17th, 2022. Students will be charged the full replacement cost and can keep the book(s) at that time

TECHNOLOGY ACCESS!

Madison College is excited to offer the required technology and resources you need for successful remote learning.

Students can start checking out equipment for their Spring classes starting January 3, 2022. The hours for pick up are the same as the return hours and they can be found on the web. Students should fill out our request form prior to picking up equipment.

Remember that Fall 2021 laptop and hotspot rentals are due tomorrow, January 7, 2022. If students enroll in Spring classes, it will be renewed their devices for them. Please see Madison College website for the most up-to-date return hours.

AIR TRAVEL INTO UNITED STATES

Links to Testing and Vaccination Requirements

1. COVID-19 Traveler Information (state.gov)
2. Frequently Asked Questions on COVID-19 Vaccinations and Testing for International Travel (state.gov) 
3. Find out if you can board a flight to the United States | CDC
4. Non-U.S. citizen, Non-U.S. immigrants: Travel to the United States | CDC

Student Emergency Funding Update

International Students are eligible for Spring 2022 Student Emergency Funding. Submissions are reviewed and disbursed twice a week. Students are encouraged to sign up for electronic funds transfer (EFT) for a faster disbursement. Processing will start January 18, 2022, which will be extensive in volume, so please be patient as the Financial Aid Office assist’s students.

For more information, please go to the Student Emergency Funding webpage. We’ve provided some key facts below:

• To be eligible, you must submit a Student Emergency Funding Request form. (available starting January, 18, 2022)
• As an international student, you are considered Non-Pell or Non-FAFSA. Therefore, you can be awarded up to $1000 for Fall/Spring term and $500 for summer term. Funding will go directly to the student via EFT or by check.
• Student Emergency Funding is communicated to students as the COVID Impact, but in the system, it is identified as, “American Rescue Plan Student Grant or CRRSAA Funding” for accounting purposes.
• Any student is eligible for funding to cover any college related expense (tuition, fees, books and supplies, housing, medical, transportation…) or COVID related expense.
• All students must be enrolled in the term that support is requested.
• A student can receive support once a term due to limited funding. This is different from last term but those who received funding in Fall 2021 were sent a communication sharing the change in eligibility prior to winter break.

Multiple communications will start on January 18, 2022. Continuing this semester is the ability for students to apply using a QR code which are on fliers and posters distributed at campuses.

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

To continue receiving visa support as an F-1 International Student, U.S. federal regulations require students to meet certain academic standards. At Madison College, these academic standards are referred to as Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). You will receive a communication at the end of each term to let you know your SAP status.

SAP Standards

There are three SAP standards that must be met related to GPA, Completion Percentage, and Maximum Attempted credits.

SAP Standard 1 - GPA: You must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

SAP Standard 2- Completion Percentage: You must complete 67% or more of all classes you attempt

SAP Standard 3 – Maximum Attempted Credits: You may not complete more than 150% of the number of credits needed to complete your program

To learn more about SAP and each SAP standard, visit the SAP website: https://students.madisoncollege.edu/sap

Martin Luther King Celebration Basketball Game!

Madison College vs. Waubonsee

January 15, 2022, 1 PM

Madison College

On January 17, 2022, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday will mark the 27th anniversary of the national day of service. At Madison College, we believe in carrying the baton of Martin Luther King's work for racial equality. During the games, we will honor two members of the community who work to improve the community.

Performers include the Black Star Drumline & Dynamic Badgerettes and the Styles Defined Crew (SDC). The women's basketball team plays at 1 PM (CST), and the men's basketball team plays at 3 PM (CST).

Theater and Event Set Up - Job Opportunity

Theater and Event Set Up is looking for students who are capable of performing very physical work, able to lift heavy objects (over 50lbs) and climb vertical ladders up to 25’. Shifts include early mornings, evenings and/or weekends. Must have computer and technology knowledge and ability to follow instructions. You will have to re-arrange furniture into a different layout, turn on computers, projectors, and set up conference phones and sound systems. Our staff need to be able to respond to a wide variety of requests – all while maintaining a pleasant and helpful attitude. Please email Jason Walker to request an application. A class schedule must be included with your application at time of submission and you must be taking a minimum of six (6) credits.

Work as a Tutor!

The Student Achievement Center (SAC) is looking for Chinese and Arabic speakers that have some experience being tutors to work as language tutors for our students who are learning Chinese and Arabic in the World Languages Department. If interested, please contact Eric Off, Academic Support Services, at eaoff@madisoncollege.edu

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