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International Student Enrollment Checklist

Print this checklist to help guide you through the enrollment process. You can also download a Microsoft Word version of the checklist to your computer and add other items as necessary.

If you have any questions, contact the Office of Admissions.

• Take SAT/ACT if under the age of 22: request scores be forwarded to Admissions Office.
• Take TOEFL unless native language is English: request scores be forwarded to Admissions Office.
• Submit application and $40 non-refundable application fee or apply and pay fee online.
• Submit high school and college transcripts. All transcripts must be translated into English prior to sending to the Admissions Office.
• All transcripts issued by colleges not located in the United States must be sent to World Education Service for evaluation at wes.org.
• Send Financial Certification form.
• Send request for I-20 if student visa is needed for entry to USA. Form I-20 will be issued by the Admissions Office for accepted students.
• Take I-20 form to the appropriate authorities in home country to obtain a student visa prior to travel to the USA.
• Pay SEVIS fee and take receipt with you to embassy. Pay fee at ice.gov: Click international students; then click SEVIS 901 fee.
• Apply for on-campus housing and send deposit to Admissions Office.
• Complete placement testing prior to Orientation.
• Make Orientation reservation.
• Submit immunization records and health history form.
• Attend Orientation.
• Send final transcripts.
• Contact your roommate before coming to campus.
• Attend Fall Semester Freshman Welcome Week.

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