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International Students
International Students are an asset to our campus for a variety of reasons. While a student is here studying from another country, our desire is to support each one as best we can.
Admission Process
International students must complete the same admissions process as domestic freshman or transfer students. Additionally, international students must fulfill the following requirements:
- Affidavit of Financial Support. Submit annual financial certification showing financial sponsorship for duration of planned study. Financial aid, with the exception of institutional talent scholarships, is not available for international students.
- Deposit. International Students are required to meet all financial obligations as required of domestic students, regardless of program.
- TOEFL. International students for whom English is not their native language are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit their scores to the Undergraduate Admissions Office. A score of at least 550 on the paper-based test, 213 on the computer-based test, or 80 on the internet-based test, is required for admission to Vanguard University.
- Transferring. To become eligible for transfer to Vanguard University from another American college/university/seminary, approval must be obtained from the previous school attended and the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service (USCIS).
- Educational Transcripts. To transfer academic units from a college, university or seminary outside of the United States, all educational transcripts must be submitted to an approved agency that evaluates transcripts. All transcripts should be translated in to English and must be notarized by the U.S. Consul or notary, or another authority.
- Full-time. International students seeking a Bachelor degree must maintain a minimum of twelve (12) units each semester.
Once you have been admitted to VU, your admissions counselor will ask a Designated School Official (DSO) to create your I-20 record and you will need to request its shipment. For options and instructions on shipping methods, please see the instructions below.
I-20 Shipment Options
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Community Support
Adjustment to college life can present additional challenges for international students – the food, the culture, the learning style. Our goal is to make the transition to Vanguard smooth and provide strong support where needed. Throughout the year, international students can anticipate services for:
- Birthday and holiday celebrations
- Processing groups
- Individual and group mentoring
- Orientations during Welcome Weekend
- Assistance with access to necessary books as requested
International students will also have opportunities to share their home culture with Vanguard students through events and programs regarding international outreach and educational opportunities.
Please email isservices@vanguard.edu for more information or would like to get connected on campus.
Resources
For more information on visas and government regulations for studying in the United States as an International Student, please visit the Department of Homeland Security’s site by clicking on the image below.
