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International Athlete Information

Congratulations on wanting to become a student-athlete at Northeastern.  At Northeastern, we consider international students an integral part of our diverse student body.  NJC has students from countries around the world who bring experience, perspective, and background to our college community.

Before you can become a part of the family, there are a few dates that need to be kept in mind and tasks that must be completed.

Application deadlines if you are an international student-athlete:

  • Fall semester:  July 15
  • Spring semester:  December 15

Steps to Apply

Please follow this link to our academic page on International Student Steps to Apply.

 

NOTE:  All International Student-Athletes MUST request a transcript evaluation from IEE or InCred.

The InCred evaluation will determine the student-athlete's initial eligibility.  All initial requirements include a US High School equivalency.

 

Transfer Students

If you are a transfer student from within the United States, please contact the International Student Coordinator, Sarah Stone-Robinson, at sarah.stone-robinson@njc.edu.

Student-Athlete Insurance

Northeastern Junior College requires that all International Students have health insurance.  Please visit with your respective head coach regarding this insurance plan prior to purchase to discuss options.

 Student-Athletes must have the following coverage paid in full for the periods of time listed below:
  • VOLLEYBALL, MEN'S & WOMEN'S SOCCER
    • August 1, 2026, to May 14, 2027
  • MEN’S & WOMEN’S BASKETBALL, BEACH VOLLEYBALL, GOLF, MEN'S & WOMEN'S SOCCER AND WRESTLING
    • August 17, 2026, to May 14, 2027
  • BASEBALL & SOFTBALL 
    • August 17, 2026, to May 31, 2027
The plans are available at International Student Protection.  Only two plans that include $20,000 in coverage are approved for student-athletes to participate at Northeastern, as outlined in the plan information brochure: 26-27 Pioneer Plans for International Students.  Please click Enroll for the plan you choose from the 2 options below and complete the process in the insurance portal.  Cost varies by age.
 Pioneer Basic 20k Insurance Plan starts at $179.94 a month Pioneer Elite Insurance Plan starting at 190.44 a month
 
Email confirmations of the insurance card must be sent to the following: sarah.stone-robinson@njc.edu and uploaded to Healthy Roster. (ask your coach for help if you do not know how) Also, please include an ID card and your receipt with the email.