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Applying as a Freshman if You Are an International Student

Following are the admission requirements for all undergraduate international students applying for admission as freshmen.

1. Scholastic Achievement

   Completion of a good secondary school as demonstrated by receipt of a recognized certificate of completion, such as Bachillerato (Latin American countries); Lebanese Baccalaureate, Part II (Lebanon); Sixth Year Secondary Examination Certificate (Iran); General Certificate of Education showing five passes of at least two at Advanced Level (British Systems); Senior Matriculation (Canada); Intermediate Certificate, Pre-Professional Examination, First Year Bachelor of Science or Arts Examinations (India) with the quality of work judged from the grades (marks), "class" or "division" obtained above average.

2. Knowledge of English

   The English Language Institute (ELI-Tahlequah) at Northeastern State University is an intensive English program designed to help international students attain the English proficiency necessary to enter a college or university in the United States. The Institute is a member of the AAIEP (American Association of Intensive English Programs) and is accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training).

   Any person with a high school diploma or its equivalent is eligible for admission to the English Language Institute. Previous English study is not required.

   All applicants shall have taken the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) as the first step toward satisfying requirements for admission. Results of TOEFL tests taken at International Testing Centers and Special Testing Centers will be accepted at all State System colleges and universities. Results of TOEFL tests administer-ed at Institutional Testing Centers shall not be accepted by colleges and universities other than the administering institution.

   Applicants for first-time admission at the undergraduate level shall be required to:

   1. Score 500 paper/173 computer or higher on the TOEFL test in order to meet the standards for unqualified admission to a college or university of the State System, or
   2. Score 460 paper/140 computer or higher on the TOEFL test administered at a special testing center and subsequently and, immediately prior to admission, successfully complete a minimum of 12 weeks of study at an approved English language center or program operated by an institution of higher learning or a private school approved by the State Regents, or
   3. Successfully complete the high school core requirements and graduate from a United States and demonstrate competency as outlined by the "Admission Requirements - Curricular Policy".

3. Application and Supporting Documents

   1. Complete an application for admission to NSU.
   2. Submit original grade (mark) sheet of the preparatory (middle or secondary) school studies for all schools previously attended. In addition, complete and official English translations must be furnished with the original documents. All academic records must be signed by the appropriate school or government official and must include the seal of the school or government. Uncertified photographic copies or other duplications are not acceptable. Records (transcripts) must show all subjects studied, dates of enrollment, the grade (mark) received in each subject examination with an explanation of the grading system used (including the maximum, the minimum, passing and failing grades, and definition of grades between the two extremes), the names of major examinations taken with dates and grades received, and official verification of conferral of a diploma or degree (secondary school as well as college, if attended). Each applicant for admission must file complete academic records. A student who has attended another college or university is not at liberty to disregard any part of his college or university records and apply for admission on the basis of his high school record only or on a partial record of college or university work.
   3. $25 international application fee.

4. Financial Support

   Submit written proof of the student's ability to adequately take care of at least one year's education-related expenses in any of the following forms:

   1. Official confirmation by the student's government of an adequate grant, scholarship, fellowship, or loan made available for the specific purpose of educational expenses of the student.
   2. Official confirmation by an educational or other organization or agency of adequate funds made available for the specific purpose of the student's study in the United States.
   3. Official confirmation by the student's government, through a central bank, for permission to transfer adequate funds to the United States for the specific purpose of education. (Any other source of financial support is considered as less than satisfactory.)
   4. Official confirmation by the student's parents, or sponsor, through a central bank, of adequate funds committed to support payments of all educational expenses

   All of the above conditions must be met and documents received in the Office of Admissions and Records before admission to the University can be considered, and all of these things must be done before the student's departure from the student's home country.

   If the student meets all requirements for admission, including proficiency in English, a notice of acceptance for admission and a Certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20) will be sent to the student. The student must then take the Certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20) to the United States Consulate and apply for a United States Student Visa.

Other Documents

At the time of enrollment, the student must present a valid passport with an F-1 visa and I-94 form showing the date for stay in the United States. The student must furnish evidence that an accident and health hospitalization insurance policy is in force. Health hospitalization insurance is required of international students while in student status. Information is available upon request.

Accident and Health Hospitalization Insurance

Submit an official copy of a document showing that the student has an accident and health hospitalization insurance policy in force for the period of the first year's attendance at the University.