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Office of Admissions

John W. Moore Welcome Center
318 North Sixth Street
Terre Haute, IN 47809

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Phone: 812-237-2121

Additional International Admissions Information

List of accepted National Association of Credential Evaluation Service members:

International applicants are not required to provide proof of English proficiency if they are citizens of one of the following countries.

  • Antigua & Barbuda
  • Australia
  • The Bahamas
  • Barbados
  • Belize
  • Bermuda
  • Canada
  • Cayman Islands
  • Dominica
  • Fiji
  • Ghana
  • Grenada
  • Guyana
  • Ireland
  • Jamaica
  • Liberia
  • Malawi
  • Nauru
  • Nigeria
  • New Zealand
  • Saint Kitts
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent
  • Trinidad & Tobago
  • United Kingdom
  • Virgin Islands
  • Zambia

Meeting English Language Requirement

Indiana State University requires all language scores from any English Language Proficiency standardized examination be two (2) years old or less by the first day of class for the first term of enrollment by the student.

Please refer to the University Academic Calendar for the official start of the term for which you intend to enroll.

Students can fulfill language requirement by completing one of the following approved options:

  • Standardized English Language Proficiency examination (test options listed below) with minimum required scores sent directly from the testing center
  • Be a citizen of an exempt country listed above.
  • Earn a degree/diploma from an approved exempt country
    • Complete 24 transferrable university credits in an approved exempt country for entering undergraduate students
    • Complete 30 transferrable university credits in an approved exempt country for entering graduate students

One of these options must have been completed within 2 years or less, prior to the intended start date at Indiana State University in order to be considered for admission.

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL - 61 (500)  [Applicants to Business majors are required to have a minimum score of 79 (550)]
  • IELTS - 6 [Applicants to Business majors are required to have a minimum score of 6.5]
  • ELS - Level 112 (Successful Completion)
  • IU - Level 6 (Successful Completion)
  • MELAB - 69
  • PTE Academic - 45
  • The Language Company - Level 9 (Successful Completion)
  • Spring International Language Center - Level 6 (Successful Completion)
  • Purdue University Calumet - Level 4 (Successful Completion)
  • Ball State University IEI - Level 6 (Successful Completion)
  • InterNexus - Advanced Level (Successful Completion)
  • English Language Institute: St Mary of the Woods College - Level 7 (Successful Completion)
  • Duolingo score of 95 or higher
  • Indiana State University reserves the right to make individual exceptions and utilize alternative English language proficiency testing options on a case by case basis in the evaluation of student admission applications. 

Graduate

  • TOEFL - 79 (550)
  • IELTS - 6.5
  • ELS - Level 112 (Successful Completion)
  • GRE - 149 (Verbal Score)
  • IU - Level 6 (Successful Completion)
  • MELAB - 77
  • PTE Academic - 53
  • The Language Company - Level 9 (Successful Completion)
  • Spring International Language Center - Level 6 (Successful Completion)
  • Ball State University IEI - Level 6 (Successful Completion)
  • InterNexus - Advanced Level (Successful Completion)
  • English Language Institute: St Mary of the Woods College - Level 7 (Successful Completion)
  • Duolingo score of 100 or higher 
  • Indiana State University reserves the right to make individual exceptions and utilize alternative English language proficiency testing options on a case by case basis in the evaluation of student admission applications. 

Get Your I-20 Fast

Upon student’s admission/acceptance to Indiana State University (ISU), the Office of Center For Global Engagement (CGE) has two options available for the mailing of your acceptance letter and I-20 which are as follows:

1) Send by Regular Overseas Mail - Overseas mail takes 4-6 weeks. You will receive an email from CGE telling you that you have been admitted to ISU. If you want your I-20 sent by regular overseas mail please reply to this e-mail to confirm your overseas address. When no response is received within 2 days, your I-20 will be sent by regular overseas mail to the address indicated on your application, unless you choose the express mail option (option 2).

2) Send by Express Mail – ISU uses an express mail service that will allow you to receive your acceptance letter and I-20 through DHL or FedEx in 3-5 days. Requesting your immigration documents through express mail is at YOUR expense and your credit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover cards only) will be charged upon requesting the service. To request express mailing of your documents, go to the following website http://study.eshipglobal.com (works best with Internet Explorer & Mozilla Firefox browsers).

You must use the website provided above – do not go through the DHL or FedEx website directly. If you choose this option, please do not respond to this e-mail. All communication will go through the eshipglobal service, who will notify us that you are requesting your I-20 to be sent by express mail.

If you use this service, you will be required to create your own user name and password in order to create an account. To request shipment, you will need your mailing address, e-mail address, phone number and credit card information. Please enter ISUIPS2010 in the student ID field. IPS will be notified once you have requested a shipment.

I-20s will be sent to a U.S. address only if you are currently a student attending another school in the U.S.

Please pay close attention to the information submitted, as errors in the credit card information or submitting incorrect or incomplete address information will result in a delay in the mailing of your I-20. If you experience any difficulty in registering and processing the shipment, please use the “Help” link in the site for step by step instructions. If you have additional questions about how to use this service, please e-mail support@eshipglobal.com.

* Please note, all of the above options are also available to students arriving on a J1 visa, regarding the mailing of your acceptance letter and DS-2019.

Financial support sufficient to cover a student's educational expenses for one (1) year must be demonstrated before the I-20 eligibility document is issued. See Estimated Fees for amounts required.

All financial support documentation should be submitted to the Office of Admissions, Indiana State University.

All applicants must submit this an affidavit of financial support and an original bank statement with current information. 
Government sponsored applicants must provide an official or certified copy of the award, specifying validity for Indiana State University, listing the expenses and fees covered by the award, beginning and ending dates of study covered, the level/field of study, and the length of the award. The address for billing must also be included.

Those applicants who are academically eligible yet fail to provide adequate financial documentation will receive a letter. In some cases, applicants may be requested to deposit funds in an account with Indiana State University's Office of the Controller.

You can apply as a guest student to Indiana State University if you are:

  • Currently enrolled at an institution within the United States
  • Making progress toward a degree at that institution
  • Approved by DSO at that institution

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applicants normally receive a response within 4-6 weeks of receiving all application materials, including:

  • Completed application
  • Application fee: $65.00 (U.S.) non-refundable.
  • Official transcripts issued in English (sent by issuing institution or examining body)
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS, or ELS scores (unless exempt). 
  • Copy of passport. If currently in the United States but not studying, a copy of the applicable visa must also be submitted.

Instructions follow. Please print this page for future reference.

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Application for admission
    • Complete and submit the online application
    • Fill out the application form completely.
    • Use your name as it appears on your passport.
    • It is vital to use the same name on all correspondence to Indiana State. If you do not have a U.S. social security number, leave this item blank, and the University will assign you a University identification number.
    • Write your address as you would on an envelope to be mailed to yourself. Include your street and number (or post office box), city/US IP code, province/state/zone, postal code, and country.
    • When completing your address on your application, your permanent address must be your home country address, even if you are currently residing in the United States. Do not list the United States address of a friend or relative.
  • Instructions for how to navigate the application system:
    • Create a new account by providing name, email and password. If you have applied to Indiana State University before, log into the application system using your email address and password. Click on “My Workspace” and then click on “My Applications.” Click on “I would like to create a new application!"
    • App Wizard Step 1:
      • Are you applying as an undergrad? Answer "Yes"
      • Are you a citizen? Answer “No”
      • Are you a permanent resident? Answer “No”
    • App Wizard Step 2: You will see four options. Choose "Undergraduate Non-Degree Application" by clicking "Begin Application" button.
    • Fill in all required fields in the Personal I and Personal II sections.
    • Academic Interest: What is your level type? Answer "undergraduate".
    • What is your student type? Answer "Undergraduate Non-Degree".
    • How will you take courses? Answer "Nondegree/On campus".
    • For which semester are you applying?
    • Educational History: fill in all required fields and list each higher education institution you have attended.
    • Applicant Information: fill in all required fields.
  • Application fee: $65.00 (U.S.)
    The application fee is payable online by Visa, MasterCard, or check or international money order made payable to Indiana State University. Submit the application fee to the Office of Admissions, Indiana State University. Please note the application fee is non-refundable.

  • Official transcripts and credential evaluation

    Submit official or school certified copies of all academic records (transcripts) issued in English to:

    • Office of Admissions
      Indiana State University
      318 North Sixth Street
      Terre Haute, Indiana 47809
      United States of America

You can apply as a non-degree student, choose International Exchange as reason for enrolling, to Indiana State University:

  • If your home university has a signed partnership agreement with Indiana State University.

Instructions

  • Nondegree application for admission
    • Complete and submit the online nondegree university application.
    • Fill out the application form completely.
    • Use your name as it appears on your passport.
    • It is vital to use the same name on all correspondence to Indiana State.
    • If you do not have a U.S. social security number, leave this item blank, and the University will assign you a University identification number.
    • Write your address as you would on an envelope to be mailed to yourself.  Include your street and number (or post office box), city/US IP code, province/state/zone, postal code, and country.
    • When completing your address on your application, your permanent address must be your home country address, even if you are currently residing in the United States.  Do not list the United States address of a friend or relative.
    • Select International Exchange as reason for enrolling in the applicant information section.
  • Application fee: $65.00 (USD)
    • The application fee is payable by Visa, MasterCard, or check or international money order made payable to Indiana State University.  Submit the application fee to the Office of Admissions, Indiana State University.  Please note the application fee is non-refundable.

Required Application Materials
Each home institution has specific terms of agreement. Please consult home institution advisor for more information or:

Contact

Office of Admissions

John W. Moore Welcome Center
318 North Sixth Street
Terre Haute, IN 47809

Send Email
Phone: 812-237-2121