New International Student Orientation - Indian River State College

Linkage Institutes• What are Linkage Institutes? The Linkage Institutes were created by theFlorida Legislature to assist in the development of stronger economic andsocial ties between Florida and strategic foreign countries. Internationalstudents attending any of Florida's state universities/community collegesmay be eligible to apply to be considered as residents for tuition purposesonly.• Who is eligible? In order to qualify, the international student must befrom one of the countries with whom Florida Linkage Institutes areestablished. A very important condition is that students are required toreturn home after graduation. The institutes have set criteria for theselection of such students.• Countries/Regions with whom Florida Linkage Institutes are established:Brazil, Canada, The Caribbean, People's Republic of China, Costa Rica,Eastern Europe, France, Israel, Japan, Mexico and West Africa.• How Do I Apply? To apply for the out-of-state tuition exemption, a studentmust contact the Linkage Institute Director for their country of origin.Search Florida Linkage institute online for more information.