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Once accepted into the Program, and in order to register, students need to turn in the following documents:

1. Original official transcripts (without apostille)
2. Two passport photographs (1.57 x 1.18 inches approx.) The face cannot be any longer than 0.98 inches
3. A copy of your passport.
4. Original academic transcripts with the Apostille from the Hague Convention.*
5. Copy of diploma with the Apostille from the Hague Convention.*

6. Criminal History Record issued by the Police Department stating no arrest background in your state and/or country.

   *For your information, the Apostille seal of the Hague Convention is an official seal that validates the legitimacy of foreign documents between countries.  For more information on what it is, please visit http://www.hcch.net and go to Specialized sections/ Apostille section.

   Previous notarization is required to have apostille seals stamped.

   We recommend that every document required with Apostille goes with its independent stamp.
   
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