International Student Admission

 Qualified foreign students are admitted into all undergraduate schools of the University. Such candidates must have superior academic records, show proof of financial responsibility and be thoroughly competent in the English language. For overseas applicants, the last requirement is determined by the results of the “Test of English as a Foreign Language.” This test is given by the Educational Testing Service. Complete information concerning the test can be obtained by writing to: TOEFL, Educational Testing Service, Princeton, New Jersey 08450.

Applicants whose TOEFL scores do not indicate satisfactory English proficiency will be considered for the non-credit Intensive English Program (IEP). Since IEP students are conditionally admitted to the University, they must meet the admission requirements. After the successful completion of IEP, students are admitted to the degree program that they have selected. In addition, all applicants must take a University-sponsored English placement examination prior to the start of their academic studies at St. John’s.

Applicants must present a formal application, official school records and results of the TOEFL examination. All documents in languages other than English must be accompanied by certified English translations.

Completed applications and official school records need to be submitted by June 1 for the fall semester and November 1 for the Spring semester. However, applicants must first adhere to any specific deadlines relating to their individual program of study.

Any questions concerning specific information about University programs or admission procedures, should be directed to Office of International Admission.