Dear International Student Applicant:

We are delighted that you expressed an interest in our graduate programs at Bloomsburg University and have enclosed the information you requested.

A nonrefundable U.S. $30 processing fee is required with all applications. This fee is to be paid by an "International Money Order." Personal checks, bank drafts, demand drafts, and the like are not acceptable. Applications cannot be processed unless the fee is paid.

The expense of an international student for a period of two semesters (nine months) is estimated at $19,000 (nineteen thousand dollars). This amount includes such items as tuition, fees, text books, in addition to room and board expenses for two semesters (excluding summer months). You should also add travel expenses to and from Bloomsburg to calculate total expenses for the year. As tuition and fees tend to increase every year, you may need additional money in the subsequent years. An original bank statement is required with your confidential statement of finances. It is always prudent to arrange funds for the duration of the program before leaving your home country. Please note that there are no guarantees for financial assistance.

A minimum score of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of all international applicants. The score on the Test of Spoken English (TSE) is also required of applicants from countries where this test is administered. Some programs have special admission requirements including the GRE, GMAT, MAT. Review the enclosed information for program requirements. Test scores must be received by our office before your file is processed for review.

Should you need further information, please feel free to write or contact our office at (570) 389-4015. We are open Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time). Best wishes in your educational endeavors.

Sincerely,

James F. Matta
Interim Dean of Graduate Studies & Research

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Application Instructions

1. Complete all sections on both the Graduate Application for International Students and the Confidential Statement of Finances . Your application will be returned to you if both are not complete which may hold up the processing of your application.

2. Mail both forms, along with your $30.00 application fee (non-refundable), to the Business Office, Bloomsburg University, in the enclosed envelope. The $30.00 fee must be paid by an International Money Order only and will not be waived. Bank drafts will be returned. The application, international money order, and statement of finances should be mailed together at least four months prior to the requested date of admission in order to insure time for processing. Please enclose an original bank statement and affidavit of support with your Confidential Statement of Finances.

3. Request each college or university which you have attended to forward an official (English translated) copy of your transcript directly to the School of Graduate Studies, Bloomsburg University, 400E. Second Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 . You must have a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited four year institution of higher education.

4. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 550 and the Test of Spoken English (where available) is required of all international students. Files are not reviewed until all materials required for the program are received in the Graduate Office. This includes letters of recommendation, admissions test, etc.
Please refer to the graduate brochure for individual program requirements.

On contrary to the information provided in TOEFL website and the brochure, Bloomsburg University does not serve as a TOEFL test center location. Students who want to take TOEFL test in Pennsylvania should find another location other than Bloomsburg University.

The School of Graduate Studies would like to emphasize that there are no guarantees for financial assistance. There are a limited number of graduate assistantships (more information) available in each department. Financial aid information is available through the Financial Aid Office, and fee waiver information is available through our International Education Office both located in the Student Services Center .

Admission decisions are based upon the application, official undergraduate transcripts, TOEFL/TSE scores, the Confidential Statement of Finances and original bank statement, as well as specific requirements for each program. Acceptance to a graduate program will be in effect for one year only after which time (if the student does not arrive on campus and take courses) the file must be re-reviewed.

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disabilities, Vietnam era veteran, or union membership. The university is additionally committed to affirmative action and will take positive steps to provide such educational and employment opportunities. Inquires may be directed to the Director of Social Equity, Bloomsburg University , Bloomsburg , PA 17815 . Bloomsburg University is required by the United States Department of Education (Office of Civil Rights) to collect and report information pertaining to racial and ethnic backgrounds of its students. This information will in no way affect the admission decision that is rendered on your application or your enrollment in graduate course work.

RACIAL/ETHNIC CODES :

Please use one of the following numbers to indicate your race on the application:

1. Black-Non-Hispanic Origin 3. Asian or Pacific Islander 5. White Non-Hispanic

2. Native American (Indian or Alaskan) 4. Hispanic