Complete the Application
Fill out the application completely (must be 18 years or older to apply) and pay the $115 application fee.
Prospective students who reside outside of the US and wish to attend UVU on an F-1 student visa.
Mar 3 - May 1
Fall Semester
May 30 - Sep 15
Spring Semester
Oct 15 -Jan 15
Summer Semester
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.
Mar 3 - Jul 1
Fall Semester
May 30 - Nov 15
Spring Semester
Oct 15 - Mar 15
Summer Semester
*NOTE: UVU has made the difficult decision to discontinue its ELL program at the end of summer semester 2024. UVU will not be admitting any new students to the program. Please visit the Study in the States website to identify certified ELL programs that fit your needs.
Fill out the application completely (must be 18 years or older to apply) and pay the $115 application fee.
The Affidavit of Support form will be completed by the person providing money for tuition, fees and living expenses, with an original bank statement or tax return attached.
Please note: If you are sponsoring yourself, you will need to provide a letter from your bank showing the needed amount on deposit under your name.
All financial support papers must be in English, showing amounts in U.S. Dollars.
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.
You must submit one of the following:
Test scores must be less than one year old. If you meet English proficiency requirements, you must take an entrance exam prior to registering for classes. This exam will determine your first semester classes.
If you transfer from another institution in the United States, your previous school must complete the Transfer certification form. Put your name on the top of the document and give the form to the previous school. The previous school will complete the form and send it directly to Utah Valley University along with an official copy of your transcript from their institution.
Please allow 3-4 weeks for documents to be reviewed, processed, and returned to you in time for your current school to transfer your SEVIS record (I-20) to UVU before class begins. You will be required to attend a mandatory orientation for all new UVU students.
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.
UVU does not perform change of status requests. However, there are two paths you have to gain an I-20 from UVU and apply for your F-1 student visa. You can apply as an out of country student, gain your F1 Visa at the US embassy there, and reenter the US with the F-1 Visa and I-20.
You may apply to another school in the local area who are willing to assist with the change of status. Once you have your F-1 student visa you can apply as a transfer student, submit required documentation, and transfer to UVU as an International student.
International Admissions