An International student is someone applying to Imperial Valley College either with an F-1 visa or with the intent to obtain an F-1 visa, issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) department of the United States government. Admission Process and Required Documents: Please review the information below to understand the admission process to Imperial Valley College as a full-time international student. Imperial Valley College is required by U.S. government regulations to collect and review the materials listed below in order to issue the immigration documents necessary to obtain a student visa. Complete the Prospective International Student Interest Form to learn more about the Imperial Valley College International Programs.