How to Apply

Incoming international freshmen must follow the steps below to be admitted:

1. Meet the Admission Criteria

Review the admission criteria linked below to make sure you are a candidate for admission.

View the international undergraduate admission criteria >>  
 

2. Complete the international student application

Immigration laws require that all international students submit physical admission applications in the mail.

Download the international student application >>   
 

3. Submit the application fee

The application fee for undergraduate programs is $40 USD. Please include this fee as an international money order or US check made payable to Arkansas State University or fill out the credit card section of the application. No wire transfers or application fee waivers.

4. If transferring, submit a clearance form

If you attended or are attending a US academic institution (including language programs) you must submit the ASU international student transfer clearance form.

Download the international student transfer clearance form >>   
 

5. Submit a bank letter

Submit an original or official financial/bank letter or statement in english issued by a bank or financial institution, along with a sponsorship letter from the sponsor. Financial and sponsorship documents must prove cash assets of at least $19,500 USD.

6. Submit a copy of your passport

Please include a copy of your passport in your admission application packet.

7. Submit proof of two MMR immunizations

MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) immunization records are required to register for classes. Failure to submit proof will result in the student taking these shots upon arrival at ASU. 

8. Submit high school diploma

Official Copy of High School Diploma in native language with translation in English.

9. Mail your admissions material to ASU

Mail your application and all other required documents to: