Citizens of foreign countries who wish to enter the university (as undergraduate or graduate students) need to allow six (6) months from the date of initial correspondence to the beginning date of classes to complete the application process.

All international applicants (both undergraduate and graduate) must submit the following application materials to the Office of International Affairs:

• A special international application form and a $60 nonrefundable fee
• A complete and official educational record, certificate, diplomas and degrees, either issued or attested to by the institution attended (translations are required for records in a language other than English)
• Evidence of English-language proficiency as described in the application for admission
• An affidavit of support accompanied by a financial statement

Information about other criteria for admission will be forwarded with the application forms.

All international students wishing to attend one of the Regional Campuses must apply and be admitted through the Office of International Affairs on the Kent Campus.

All enrolled international students must apply and pay for the student group accident and health insurance policy provided by the university.

The Office of International Affairs provides pre-arrival information, an orientation program and assistance with Immigration and Naturalization Service requirements for all international students admitted to Kent State University.