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• International Baccalaureate (IB) Credit
• Tuition (2009-2010)
• Scholarships and Awards for Residential or Commuting Freshmen (2009-2010)
• Scholarships and Awards for Residential or Commuting Transfer Students (2009-2010)

International Admission Requirements

1. Submit a completed application form with your non-refundable application fee. The application fee is $25. Application fee will be waived if the application is submitted online.
2. Have your academic record sent* - all records should bear the original stamp or seal of the institution. Documents not in English must be accompanied by a complete, literal English translation certified by the issuing institution. Certified copies of the original document must be certified by the Embassy, the Ministry of Education, or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
3. Have your TOEFL scores sent if English is not your first language. Our institutional code is 5426. Methodist University may admit TOEFL scores of 500(PBT), 173(CBT), and 60(IBT).
4. Have your test scores sent - native speakers of English must submit a minimum score of 900 on SAT in Math and Critical Reading sections.
5. Submit your Financial Statement - can be either bank statements with the bank official's signature/seal or a notarized or certified letter indicating sufficient fund of support in U.S. dollars within the past 6 months.
6. A copy of the information page of your passport

* Transfer students must have all transcripts evaluated and translated into English before a transfer credit decision can be made. The applicant is responsible for the timely translation and evaluation of documents and for all costs and fees associated with these services. Suggested evaluation services are World Education Services, Inc. or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.

**Transfer students from a US college/university are required to submit copies of your current immigration documents: SEVIS I-20, passport, F-1 Visa, and I-94. Your current school must release in SEVIS and indicate a Transfer Release Date. This must be done before Methodist University can issue an I-20 to you.

Visa Application

Obtaining your student visa may be even more challenging than gaining admission to Methodist University. It is important that you first understand what it takes to get your visa and then properly prepare yourself for your interview with the U.S. Consulate visa officer in your country.

It is imperative that you are prepared to present necessary documents such as:

• form DS-156 (non-immigrant visa application)
• acceptance letter from Methodist University
• I-20 issued by the chosen college
• proof of payment of SEVIS fee
• passport-size photographs
• financial statements
• secondary transcripts
• updated passport

It may also help to provide your updated medical record showing that all of your vaccinations are current. There are three points that you should know and understand before you see a visa officer:

1. The purpose of the visa interview is to determine if you should qualify to receive an F-1 non-resident student visa. What is an F-1 visa? An-F-1 is a visa for a non-immigrant student who is pursuing a "full course of study" to achieve a specific educational or professional objective and is expected by the United States government to return to his or her residence abroad.
2. During your interview, the visa officer is looking to determine the answer to three important questions. If he feels that the answer to any of the three questions is "NO" then he or she will not grant you the visa. The following are the three questions that must be satisfactorily answered during your interview:
   1. Has the visa applicant met all the admission requirements of the college that he or she wants to attend? These may include: English proficiency, appropriate major or course of study, and an evaluation of the usefulness of the major to better develop your home country for when you return.
   2. Does the visa applicant and/or his family or sponsors have sufficient money to support the applicant for at least the first year's expenses at the college that he or she wants to attend? The USCIS Form I-20 will show the cost of the college and expected expenses of the student.
   3. Is the visa applicant likely to, or does he/she have intentions to, return back to his/ her home country after his/her program has been completed? You must show that you have strong ties to your home country and no intention of seeking immigrant status.
3. Make sure you have paid the SEVIS non-refundable fee prior to your interview with the U.S. Consulate visa officer. If you failed your first interview, the SEVIS fee is still valid for you to return for another interview so make sure you keep your receipt of payment of the SEVIS fee.

It is impossible to know exactly what questions will be asked of you, but hopefully now you may have some ideas of what to expect during your visa interview. Good luck!

Visa Links

For more information on F-1 visa holders please visit the following websites from the Department of Homeland Security and United States Customs and Immigrations Services:

• USCIS Rules & Regulations on: Entry & Re-Entry into the U.S., employment and other information.
• Immigration Information
• What to expect at the Port Of Entry (POE)
• FAQ travel Reentry for F-1 Non-immigrants
• Maintaining Status while you are an F-1 visa student

International Baccalaureate (IB) Credit

The Registrar may award up to 6 semester hours of transfer credit in a specific discipline for Higher Level International Baccalaureate scores of 5 and above. Academic departments have the authority to require a higher score in their discipline(s). A department also has the authority not to accept any IB credit. The maximum transfer credits for Higher Level International Baccalaureate awarded by Methodist University is 30 semester hours.

Scholarships for IB

In recognition of the rigorous academic composition of this program, Methodist University offers Presidential Scholarships for entering IB graduates who meet the criteria in the charts below.

Renewal of these scholarships is dependent on the student's satisfactory academic progress and cannot extend beyond the eighth (8th) semester of college-level work.

Tuition (2009-2010)

Tuition (Day)	$22,620
Average Traditional Room*	$4,240
Meals (Unlimited Dining + $125 per semester Monarch Dollars)	$4,160
Student Activity Fee, Health Insurance Fee, & Residential Hall Dues	$418
Total (Resident Student)**	$31,438
The above fees are for two semesters (one year).
Evening/Weekend/Summer Classes:	$235 per s.h.
Online Classes (Evening, Summer, and Part-time Students)	$275 per s.h.
* - Room charges vary depending on residence hall assignment
** - Does not include fees for golf, tennis, music, directed studies, residence hall damage deposit, or books

International Student Insurance Fees

International Scholarships

Methodist University offers Presidential Scholarships to entering international students who meet the criteria in the charts below. Renewal of these scholarships is dependent on the student making satisfactory academic progress and cannot extend beyond the eighth (8th) semester of college level work.

Residential Freshmen (2009-2010)

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Commuting Freshmen (2009-2010)

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Scholarships for Residential and Commuting Transfer Students

Submit a financial statement showing that at least half of this required amount of $31,000.00 (U. S. Dollar or equivalent) is available. If not in English, a translation must be provided. Letters from banks which state that there are enough funds available, but do not state an actual dollar amount, are not acceptable.

If all or part of a student's financial support is coming from an American Citizen or a Permanent Resident Alien (Green card holder), a U.S. Citizen & Immigration Services (USCIS) Form I-134 (Affidavit of Support) must also be completed along with a supporting letter or bank statement from a financial institution. Letters from banks which state that there are enough funds available, but which do not state an actual dollar amount, are not acceptable. The I-134 form may be obtained from the International Student Services Office or from the USCIS Web site.

Please Note!! This $31,500.00 requirement is subject to change without prior notice.

For more information about Methodist University scholarships and awards, please visit the Office of Financial Aid Web site.

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