International Admissions Applications

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Admission Requirements to Apply

Required Items

  • $115 application fee
  • Official High School Transcripts or Record Equivalent
  • English Proficiency: 
    • TOEFL  66 iBT or 3.5 iBT. Our institution code is 4870
    • IELTS 6.0 or higher
    • Duolingo 100 or higher
    • Not required for native English speakers.
    • Scores over 2 years are not acceptable.
  • Affidavit of support (completed by a sponsor). If you are bringing a dependent, please specify the number of dependents.
  • Financial statements (all financial support papers must be in English, showing amounts in U.S. dollars) must be no older than 3 months, and the cost must show the total for one academic year or 8 months.
  • Copy of current Passport
    * I-94 Class of Admission Page may be requested if you have traveled to the US (we will accept a screenshot from the website) 

Out of Country Application Deadlines

Feb 15 - May 1

Fall Semester

May 30 - Sep 15

Spring Semester

Oct 15 -Jan 15

Summer Semester

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Transfer Students

Prospective students who wish to transfer their I-20 from one US school to another, or are attending high school in the US on an F-1 student visa.

Required Items

  • $115 application fee
  • Official High School Transcripts or Record Equivalent
  • English Proficiency 
    • TOEFL 66 iBT or 3.5 iBT. Our institution code is 4870
    • ELTS 6.0 or higher
    • Duolingo 100 or higher
    • Received a grade of “B” or better in a college-level English Composition Course (equal to UVU’s English 1010) at an accredited U.S. college or university. Provide a copy of your transcript for evaluation.
  • Student English Exam scores over 2 years are not acceptable. 
  • English proficiency is not required for native English speakers.
  • Affidavit of support (completed by a sponsor). If you are bringing a dependent, please specify the number of dependents.
  • Financial statements (all financial support papers must be in English, showing amounts in U.S. dollars) must be no older than 3 months, and the cost must show the total for one academic year or 8 months.
  • Transfer In Form: Must be completed by your current Designated School Official (DSO) before admission. This form does not guarantee admission. Please email international admissions [email protected] if you have questions regarding this form.

The most current copy of

    • Passport
    • Visa
    • I-94 Departure Record Class of Admission Page
    • Current/active I-20

Transfer Application Deadlines

Feb 15 - Jul 1

Fall Semester

May 30 - Nov 15

Spring Semester

Oct 15 - Mar 15

Summer Semester

 

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How Do I Apply? 

International Student Life Cycle F-1

Students meeting out side the student life building.

  1. Complete the Application

    Fill out the application completely (must be 18 years or older to apply) and pay the $115 application fee.

    Send Official Transcript or Records

    Send official transcripts or records with your application, showing you have graduated from a school level that meets U.S. high school requirements for graduation.

    Out of Country INTL Application

    Transfer INTL Application

    INTL Graduate School Application

  2. Receive a Form I-20

    "Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status"

    Students outside the U.S. and transferring within the U.S. receive a Form I-20, which is a Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) record. The I-20 is issued by the designated school official (DSO) at the SEVP-certified school of the student's choosing.

    International Transfer students are issued an I-20 once their current school releases their SEVIS record to UVU.  For more info, email [email protected]

     

  3. Pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee

    Students must pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee at FMJFee.com

    Apply for Student Visa

    Student brings their Form I-20 and other required documents to apply for a student visa from the U.S. Department of State Apply for a Visa

  4. Arrive in the United States
    Students can arrive no more than 30 days before their program start date and present their Form I-20 and valid student visa to U.S. Customs and Border Protection at the port of entry. 

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  5. Mandatory New International Student Orientation & Check In
    Please contact our International Student Service Team (ISS Office) within a day or two of arriving in Utah so that they can assist you with the check-in procedures and guide you through questions regarding registering for classes. Email them at [email protected] 

    If you are transferring from another U.S. institution, the check-in is still a primary part of our protocol, so once you receive a UVU I-20, please be sure to contact the ISS Office. 

Additional Information

Notice of Processing Time

Please allow 3-4 weeks after submitting your application for the documents to be reviewed, processed, and returned to you. Applications are processed in the order in which they are received.

If you are transferring from another U.S. institution, please note

  • Your current school must complete the Transfer-In Form before UVU can admit you. This form allows UVU to communicate with your current Designated School Official (DSO) but does not guarantee admission.
  • During your UVU application, you’ll provide the name and email of your current DSO. Your previous school will complete the form, enabling you to submit your application in full. 
  • Once admitted to UVU, give your acceptance letter to your current school to confirm your active SEVIS record (I-20) before they transfer you to UVU. 
  • You’ll also need to provide an official transcript from your current institution showing proof of full-time study. Send transcripts to UVU’s Transfer Credit office. You can find out more information on their website at UVU Transfer Credit.

All new students will be required to complete check-in with our ISS Office [email protected], and attend a mandatory orientation.

HB-118 Non-Resident Tuition Waiver

Any student who holds a valid non-immigrant visa who meets specific requirements may be exempt from paying the non-resident portion of the total tuition at Utah Valley University. Find requirements and check to see if you qualify on the HB Applications page.

Please note that the international admissions office does not process these applications or requests.

Change of Status Requests 

Utah Valley University does not process change of status requests for international students. However, there are two main pathways to obtain an I-20 from UVU and pursue your F-1 student visa:

  1. Apply as an Out-of-Country Student:
    You may submit your application to UVU from outside the United States. After receiving your I-20, you will apply for your F-1 visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate in your home country. Once approved, you can enter the U.S. with your F-1 visa and I-20 to begin your studies at UVU.

  2. Change of Status through Another Institution:
    If you are currently in the U.S. and wish to change your visa status, you may apply to a local school that is willing to assist with the change of status process. Once you have successfully obtained your F-1 status, you can then apply to UVU as a transfer student. After submitting the required documentation, you may transfer to UVU as an international student.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the International Admissions Office at [email protected]. We are here to help you navigate your options.

 

 

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