Global/International Students
Global/International Students
Gannon has a long tradition of welcoming students and scholars from around the world. The presence of global/international students and scholars cultivates a richly diverse learning environment through the varied global perspectives they bring both inside and outside of the classroom. Intercultural interactions provide Gannon students a wide range of opportunities to expand their global perspectives and develop higher level intercultural communication skills.
Admission Requirements Application
Global/International students should apply as soon as possible for visa-issuance purposes. Gannon recommends applying by July 1st for the fall intake (August) and November 15th for the spring intake (January) to ensure adequate time for processing. Global/International students need to submit the following: 1. International Admission Application. 2. Transcripts and final exam results: official, notarized (attested) English translations; undergraduate and graduate-level transcripts need to indicate degrees conferred Graduate: all undergraduate and graduate level transcripts showing degrees conferred 3. Three letters of recommendation 4. Affidavit of Support Form along with a bank statement showing appropriate funds in U.S. Dollars. Gannon University is required by United States immigration law to verify financial resources available for a student’s educational and related expenses. 5. Additional document(s), statement of purpose, curriculum vitae and standardized test – if applicable. Refer to academic program for specific admission requirements. 6. Evidence of English Language Proficiency a. Native of an English Speaking Country b. Completion of a four-year degree from an accredited U.S. university within the past year or similar university in another English Speaking country c. TOEFL 79 iBT d. The following majors require a 6.5 IELTS score or its equivalent: Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Strategic Communication, Environmental Health and Engineering, Sport and Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy. All other majors require a 6.0 IELTS score or its equivalent.
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e. English3 66 f. PTE (Pearson Test of English) 53 g. Duolingo 100 for most programs; see program for details h. iTEP 3.8 i. ELS Language Center, Level 112 j. Completion of Gannon University’s English as a Second Language Program
* see Office of Global Admission website for other accepted evidence of proficiency. Residency – International students who are under 21 years of age, are required to live in on-campus housing for four semesters. Married students are exempt from this requirement. NOTE: Applicants who meet the academic requirements for a specific program, but who do not satisfy the English-language requirement, may be offered admission to the university dependent on program requirements. These students can meet the language proficiency by enrolling and completing Gannon’s English as a Second Language (ESL) Program.
Policy on ESL Testing and Placement Students who do not meet the English language proficiency requirements as defined above must take the ESL placement test upon arrival to campus. Depending on the results of the test, students will either be exempt from ESL or placed in the appropriate level as determined by the placement test.
Financial Requirements
Students must submit financial documents in conjunction with the Affidavit of Support Form as part of the requirements for issuing the Form I-20. Per United States immigration law, the Affidavit of Support Form and supporting documentation must show that all educational expenses, including tuition, room and board, books and health insurance, can be fully met by the student for the first academic year. Once a student has been admitted and the Affidavit of Support Form has been approved, the student will be issued the Form I-20 as a basis for making an appointment at the US Consulate. Students must notify the Office of Global Support & Student Engagement of their planned date of arrival after receiving their visa. All students are required to fill out the Attendance Confirmation Form located on our website at www.gannon.edu/ConfirmAttendance. Information regarding graduate assistantships should be referred to the respective academic department for one’s program of study. Refer to the Tuition and Fees information provided in this catalog or on Gannon’s website.
