International Students

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International students seeking admission to Missouri Valley University must enroll as full-time students. Full-time status requires enrollment in at least 12 credit hours per semester for undergraduate students and 9 credit hours for graduate students. All required documents that are not originally in English must include an official English translation. For admission purposes, students may submit certified copies of required documents. 

Missouri Valley University follows federal immigration laws and regulations regarding students’ financial responsibilities. Students must provide sufficient proof of financial support to cover the duration of their studies in the United States. The University reserves the right to request additional financial documents beyond those listed below.

Deadlines

While there are no set admissions deadlines, it is recommended that all requested admissions documents be submitted to the International Admissions Office no later than 60 days before the beginning of the first semester of attendance. Applications received after the recommended time frame will be reviewed in the order they are received.

Missouri Valley University reserves the right to recommend deferred admissions to applicants whose admissions documents are received immediately before or in an otherwise insufficient time frame before the beginning of the semester.

International Student Freshman requirements

  • International Student Admission Application: Complete the online application for international student admission.
  • Passport Copy: A clear copy of the student’s passport identification page showing the student’s photograph, full name, date of birth, place of birth, citizenship, passport number, and expiration date.
  • English Proficiency: Students from countries where English is not the primary language must submit official TOEFL, Duolingo, or IELTS scores. Students from countries where English is the primary language do not need to submit an English test score. Students may be placed in ESL courses if needed, based on their submitted English test score. 
  • Proof of Secondary Education: Students who completed high school in the United States must have their official transcripts sent directly to the University. Students who completed high school outside the United States must submit an InCred evaluation of their high school credentials. 
  • International Financial Statement: A completed financial statement form indicating how the student will fund their education.
  • Affidavit of Financial Support: A completed affidavit from the student’s sponsor, if applicable, confirming the sponsor’s financial support for the student’s college expenses.
  • Proof of Financial Resources: A recent bank summary statement or official bank letter showing sufficient funds to cover the remaining balance listed on the student’s Scholarship Award Letter for one academic year (two semesters), plus $5,000 for estimated living and personal expenses. Financial documents must be in English, issued within the last three months, clearly show the account holder’s name and available balance, and reflect available cash funds.

Transfer of Foreign Credits:

  • International Student Admission Application: Complete the online application for international student admission.
  • Passport Copy: A clear copy of the student’s passport identification page showing the student’s photograph and personal details. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the student’s program start date. Students who already hold an F-1 visa must also submit a copy of the visa page.
  • English Proficiency: Students from countries where English is not the primary language must submit official TOEFL, Duolingo, or IELTS scores unless they have completed college-level English coursework at a U.S. college or university. Students from countries where English is the primary language do not need to submit an English test score. 
  • InCred Evaluation: An official course-by-course evaluation of foreign academic credentials through InCred. If a student has accumulated fewer than 27 transferable credit hours, official high school transcripts must also be submitted. 
  • International Financial Statement: A completed financial statement form indicating how the student will fund their education.
  • Affidavit of Financial Support: A completed affidavit from the student’s sponsor, if applicable, confirming the sponsor’s financial support for the student’s college expenses.
  • Proof of Financial Resources: A recent bank summary statement or official bank letter showing sufficient funds to cover the remaining balance listed on the student’s Scholarship Award Letter for one academic year (two semesters), plus $5,000 for estimated living and personal expenses. Financial documents must be in English, issued within the last three months, clearly show the account holder’s name and available balance, and reflect available cash funds.

Transfer of Credits from a regionally accredited college or University in the United States:

  • International Student Admission Application: Complete the online application for international student admission.
  • Passport Copy: A clear copy of the student’s passport identification page showing the student’s photograph and personal details. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the student’s program start date. Students who already hold an F-1 visa must also submit a copy of the visa page.
  • Official College/University Transcripts: Official transcripts sent directly from the registrar’s office of all U.S. colleges or universities attended. If the student has completed fewer than 27 transferable credit hours, official high school transcripts must also be submitted.
  • InCred Evaluation: Students with academic credentials from outside the United States must submit an official course-by-course evaluation through InCred.
  • International Student Transfer Form: A completed Transfer Form signed by the student and the International Student Official (DSO) at the student’s current or previous institution.
  • International Financial Statement: A completed financial statement form indicating how the student will fund their education.
  • Affidavit of Financial Support: A completed affidavit from the student’s sponsor, if applicable, confirming the sponsor’s financial support for the student’s college expenses.

  • Proof of Financial Resources: A recent bank summary statement or official bank letter showing sufficient funds to cover the remaining balance listed on the student’s Scholarship Award Letter for one academic year (two semesters), plus $5,000 for estimated living and personal expenses. Financial documents must be in English, issued within the last three months, clearly show the account holder’s name and available balance, and reflect available cash funds.

    Once all required documents have been received and reviewed, the student will be notified of the admission decision and scholarship award. Students admitted to residential programs must complete all required enrollment and financial steps before a Form I-20 is issued. The student will receive instructions for completing the SEVIS I-901 fee and applying for or maintaining F-1 status.