To secure your seat after admission, please follow the deadlines below:
*Submit your application as soon as possible to be considered for the highest possible scholarships. Applications submitted by April 1 will ensure you receive the maximum scholarship amount available. Applications after this date will be accepted and reviewed for decision and scholarships on a case-by-case, space-available basis. Don’t miss out on this chance to secure your future with the best financial aid options!
Definitions
Understanding the different types of students can help clarify the various pathways and requirements for studying in the U.S.
Domestic Student
A student who is a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States, or has been granted Asylee, Refugee, or Paroled in the Public Interest status by the U.S. government.
International Student
A student who is studying in a country other than their own on a non-immigrant, temporary visa that allows for academic study at the post-secondary level.
International Change of Status Student
A student in the U.S. who changes their visa status to F-1 (student visa) from another non-immigrant status (e.g., B-2 tourist visa) by applying to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or by traveling abroad and re-entering the U.S. on the new status.
International F-1 Visa Transfer Student
An F-1 student who transfers from one Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school to another while maintaining their F-1 status. This involves notifying the designated school official (DSO) at the current school and coordinating the transfer process.