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.
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Apply Online | Deadline: Varies
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.
Fully online programs taken from your home country start approximately every seven weeks. We recommend that you are enrolled four weeks prior to the first day of class.
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is the only degree program offered to students interested in taking classes on-ground on an F-1 visa. New students must enroll in the fall semester, which begins in August. Applications for the MBA program are due on June 1.
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Submit Your Transcript(s) for Evaluation
After your application is submitted, begin working on submitting your university record(s) immediately if you would like previous credits taken outside of the United Statues to be evaluated as U.S. equivalencies. Please plan accordingly, as some evaluators take several weeks to process your records.
If you are attending or have attended a university outside of the U.S., your records must be officially evaluated by one of Cornerstone’s approved evaluators:
These evaluators will calculate a U.S. equivalent GPA for Cornerstone based on your transcripts.
Official university transcripts from a U.S college/university must be sent to Cornerstone University by the institution you attended.
You are responsible for any costs and fees associated with transcript evaluations and submissions.
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Provide Language Test Scores
TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo scores must be submitted to demonstrate your proficiency in the English language if you are from a country where English is not listed as an official language. If your test scores are older than one year from the point of your application being submitted, you must take the test again.
- TOEFL: A 550 written or 80 internet-based minimum score required.
- IELTS: A minimum score of 6.5 required.
- Duolingo: A minimum score of 105 is required.
You are responsible for any costs and fees associated with test score submissions.
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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.
