Kalizya Nseluka (M.A. ’20)As an international student, I have come to learn from my cohorts’ input about how appreciative they are for the different perspectives I bring to classroom discussions and presentations. There is so much to learn from exposing yourself to issues outside of America.
Undergraduate Accelerated and Graduate International Students
At Cornerstone University, our dedicated admissions team walks with you in each step of the process to help you start your journey with confidence. As an international student in an undergraduate accelerated program or graduate program, your path toward enrollment includes additional steps like English language proficiency requirements, financial support statements and other student visa application documents. And, if you have or are in the process of getting an F-1 visa, you’ll receive a 10% tuition discount.
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Meet Your Enrollment Counselor
Start your enrollment journey with the information and confidence you need to take the next step in making a difference in your work and your community. In this virtual or in-person meeting, you’ll navigate through your educational background, personal and professional goals, financial aid, payment options and next steps in the application process.
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Complete Your Application
Complete your application for admission for the degree program of your choice. You’ll create a secure account and move through responding to questions regarding your educational goals and contact information.
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Evaluate and Convert Transcripts
To transfer in credits from previous experience, an outside agency must evaluate your transcripts and convert them to U.S. equivalencies. We recommend contacting Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. to complete this process and sending any relevant documents to them directly. You are responsible for following the agency’s process and paying any required fees. After your evaluation is complete, send us a copy of your course-by-course evaluation report.
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Complete the Student Financial Success Guide
Begin your program on the right financial track by completing your Student Financial Success Guide. This form provides important information about financial policies and the use of financial aid. You’ll also be able to indicate your payment method(s). You’ll also need to provide additional documentation about your finances such as the Affidavit of Support. See below for more information on what this document is and how to complete it.
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Submit Additional Documentation
Your journey to reaching your potential with a degree is unique to you. Your enrollment counselor will help you navigate the additional materials you’ll need to provide as an international student. These documents may include visa documents, affidavit of support, language examination scores and your passport. See below for additional information in submitting these items to move forward in the admission process.
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Submit Tuition Deposit
Before you start your program, you’ll need to submit your tuition deposit. This tuition deposit is credited to your account and empowers you to register for classes. In this form, you’ll provide your contact information and payment information. Remember that if you choose to pay by debit or credit card, there’s a small 2.5% processing fee ($1.25). After submitting your registration fee, you’ll receive an email to confirm your payment.
Admission Documents
Take your next step with confidence as you provide essential documentation you need as an international student. Here’s what you’ll want to know about submitting these items.
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Meet Your Counselor
Our enrollment team is dedicated to empowering you to advance in your goals and meet you where you’re at. They eagerly engage in conversations as you share what motivates you to take your next step and provide encouragement in ensuring that this is an investment you are not only capable of but also is in a space where you can thrive.
