INTERNATIONAL (undergraduate)

Out of Country Students

If you have never attended a college or university before or it is your first time attending after high school concurrent enrollment.

Required Items

  • $115 application fee
  • Official High School Transcripts or Record Equivalent
  • English Proficiency
    TOEFL 66 or higher iBT, IELTS 6.0 or higher, or Duolingo 100 or higher
    (not required native English speakers)
  • Affidavit of support and financial statements
    (All financial support papers must be in English, showing amounts in U.S. dollars.)

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.

 

Out of Country

Application Deadlines


May 1

Fall
Semester

Sep 15

Spring
Semester

Jan 15

Summer
Semester


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Transfer Students

If you are transferring your I-20 from another college or university in the United States.

Required Items

  • $115 application fee
  • Official High School Transcripts or Record Equivalent
  • Transfer certification form
  • English Proficiency
  • TOEFL 66 or higher iBT, IELTS 6.0 or higher, or Duolingo 100 or higher
    (not required native English speakers)
  • Affidavit of support and financial statements
    (All financial support papers must be in English, showing amounts in U.S. dollars.)

    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.

 

Transfer

Application Deadlines


Jul 1

Fall
Semester

Nov 15

Spring
Semester

Mar 15

Summer
Semester


Apply Now

International Application Instruction Video

 

NOTE: UVU does not perform change of status requests. UVU International Student Services Office will only activate your I-20 if you check in with an Initial Out of Country or Transfer I-20. We will only accept in-status transfers. 

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What's Next After You Apply

1. Complete the Application

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

2. Affidavit of Support

The Affidavit of Support form is to be completed by the person who will be 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.

3. Official Transcripts 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.

4. English Proficiency is Required

You must submit either an official TOEFL test score (66 or better, IBT), IELTS- 6.0 or better, or Duolingo of 100 or better). 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. 

5. Transferring from Another Institution

This step applies to transfer students only.

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.

6. Notice of Processing Time

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 prior to the beginning of class. You will be required to attend a mandatory orientation for all new UVU students.

 

Health Insurance

Insurance is not required to attend Utah Valley University. Due to the cost of medical care, Utah Valley University recommends all international students acquire appropriate health insurance.

 

hb-118 Tuition Waiver

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

 

Pre-Arrival Information

Once you have been accepted to UVU and received your I-20 form you can begin to take next steps. Find more information for the following topics below:

Student Process Steps

UVU ISS Portal

Paying the I-901 Fee

Applying for a Visa

Obtaining the I-94 Form

Immigration Information

Housing Resources

Student Health Services

International Student Scholarships

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