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Who is considered an "international student"?
An "international student" is one that is not a United States citizen or
permanent resident (green card holder) and requires a student visa (F-1 or J-1)
to study in the United States. US citizens and permanent residents
residing abroad will be reviewed by the international admission staff.
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Is an English proficiency test required?
The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS is required of all
applicants if English is not their native language. TOEFL: applicants must
score at least 550 on the paper based test, 213 on the computerized test, or 90 on the iBT
in order to be considered for admission. IELTS: applicants must score at
least a 7.0 in order to be considered for admission.
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Can I be considered for
advanced credit?
Villanova University recognizes the rigors of the Advanced Placement (AP)
program, the International Baccalaureate (IB) and other international curricula such
as the British 'A' levels, the French Bacalaureat, the German Abitur, etc.
Students who have taken these courses and excelled in their studies may be
considered for advanced credit or placement. In order to be considered for advanced credit
or placement,
students must submit official exam results which in turn will be evaluated by
the appropriate Dean of the college to which they have applied. If advanced credit is
considered, the courses will be entered into the student's record with Villanova
credit but without a grade. In some cases, the advanced placement course will
allow the student to place out of a lower level course but will not be counted
as credit.
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Is there any financial aid available for international students?
First year undergraduate
international students are eligible to be considered for limited need-based aid,
merit
based scholarships, and athletic scholarships. Students may also apply for loans and participate
in the University's tuition payment plan. For more information, please visit the
Financial Assistance website.
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What support services are available to international students?
Villanova University is committed to the success of each and everyone of its students.
For this reason, there are numerous places students can turn to for support, a helping
hand, or word of advice. As an international student, one of the most important
offices you will come in contact with is the
International Student Services
Office. The advisors here will help you with many issues such as cross-cultural
adjustment, integrating yourself on campus and visa issues.
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Can I work on campus?
Students who are awarded need-based assistance have the opportunity to work on campus
during the academic year.
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What is the Form I-20?
The Form I-20 is the document issued by Villanova University and required by the
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in order for you to
acquire your student visa (F-1). This document is issued to admitted students
after they have demonstrated sufficient funding by submitting the
Certification of Finances
form and a bank letter. To learn more about the visa application, please
visit the
United States Department of State web site,
which is sponsored by the United States Department of State.
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Where else can I turn for help?
For support in your home country, you may wish to contact your local
Education
Advising/Information Center, sponsored through the U.S. Department of State.
Here
you can learn more about the U.S. education system, where to take
required tests
(SAT, TOEFL), and get information about applying for your student visa.
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