International Students
International Students are eligible to apply to the following graduate and nursing programs at Vanguard University based on full-time enrollment requirements set by the U.S. government.
Application Requirements
To apply for a degree program at Vanguard, the following requirements must be fulfilled in addition to meeting the domestic applicant and any program-specific admission requirements.
- Evalution of Official Transcript(s): All transcripts reflecting prior coursework must be submitted. Transcripts must be evaluated, not just translated, by an official agency.
- Official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Scores: The minimum TOEFL score requirement is 80 on the web version. If English is the primary spoken language and medium of instruction at the institution(s) attended and at least two years of full-time study occurred at such institution(s), the TOEFL may be waived.
- Affidavit of Financial Support: If supported by personal and/or family funds, submit this form with an original bank statement in U.S. currency reflecting bank balance availability of the total amount listed below. If sponsored by a government or other official agency, an official letter stating that the funding and/or scholarship is valid for use at Vanguard University must be submitted. Please contact gradadmissions@vanguard.edu to obtain the Affidavit of Financial Support.
- Copy of Valid Passport
- Students applying within the U.S. must submit copies of their visa, I-94, and if on a student visa, copies of their I-20 A-B Form.
All materials must be received in the Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline:
- Fall semester - June 1 | Spring semester - October 1
International students must be enrolled full-time within their program. For information on specific unit requirements, please contact the Graduate & Professional Education Office at gradadmissions@vanguard.edu. International students are not eligible for any financial aid with the exception of institutional talent scholarships.