Certified Translation of Documents
Include a certified translation if documents are not in English. www.universitylanguage.com or www.atanet.org are suggestions to find an organization to provide certified document translation. Students may also use a certified English translator in their home country.
Student can visit www.naces.org/members for other document translation services.
Health Insurance
As an international student, you are required to purchase and maintain medical insurance. UA-PTC does not offer health insurance plans for students. International students will be required to obtain their own individual policy while they are studying in the U.S. The following is a suggested list of providers:
Measles, Mumps, Rubella Immunizations
Immunizations can be administered at Local Health Units through the Arkansas Department of Health.
Express Mailing Option
Student Instructions:
The Office of Admissions at University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College provides an express mailing service called eShipGlobal that allows you to receive your documents from UA–Pulaski Technical College using FedEx, UPS or DHL. To submit a request to have your document(s) mailed to you, please follow the instructions provided below to create an eShipGlobal account & create a shipment.
How to Create a Shipment:
1. Register for an eShipGlobal (UEMS) student/scholar account, enter your information, and click “Register”
Click the activation link sent to your e-mail address, then login.
2. Click the document icon for the type of document that you would like to receive. (ex. “I-20”, “DS-2019”, etc.)
3. Search for and select “University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College”
4. Select “Office of Admissions” from the list of departments provided.
5. Select your preferred carrier (Fedex, UPS or DHL) and shipping service.
6. Select method of payment (Credit/Debit Card, Wire Transfer or PayPal) and enter your payment information.
Once your payment has been processed you will automatically receive a confirmation e-mail, and your shipment request will be sent to the Office of Admissions. Once your document has been processed and shipped, you will automatically receive an e-mail notification confirming that your package is in transit, as well as your tracking information.
You may also check the status of your shipment anytime, 24/7, by logging into your eShipGlobal account, downloading the “UEMS” mobile app, or by contacting eShipGlobal Customer Service.
Questions?
Please contact eShipGlobal Customer Service directly regarding any questions or concerns, or for any assistance needed. eShipGlobal’s student support representatives are available Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (CST) via e-mail, phone, and live chat.
Customer Support E-mail: studentsupport@eshipglobal.com.
Phone: 800-816-1615 or 972-518-1775 (for US or Canadian callers); 001-972-518-1775 (for International callers) or Chat online with a live representative.
You may also refer to eShipGlobal’s FAQ page for frequently asked questions and answers.
