Application Instructions for International and Non-English Speaking Students

Once you have identified a program to which you want to apply and ensured you meet the admission requirements, follow these simple steps.

Application Deadlines	Admission Term
April 1	Fall Semester
September 1	Spring or Summer Semester

1. Application
   Complete the International Student Application (Texas Common Application). This application may be submitted electronically.
   
   NOTE: The Department of Biotechnology is no longer accepting applications for the spring 2007 semester.
   
2. Credential Evaluation
   You must provide documentation of professional credential evaluation. This evaluation is to verify your completion of a program of study equivalent to a four-year American bachelor's degree from a post-secondary institution which is recognized or accredited in the country where the institution is located. You must use the Foreign Credentials Service of America or World Education Service to have your credentials evaluated. Application forms and additional information can be found at their Web sites. You are responsible for the cost of this evaluation.
   
3. Application Fee
   A non-refundable $50 application fee is required for all programs, unless you are part of a University-sponsored exchange program. Please make your check out to SFA.
   
4. Transcripts
   Official transcripts, certificates, and/or mark sheets of all academic records and examination results for all post-secondary or university-level work attempted must be submitted at least 30 days prior to entering.
   
5. Test Scores
• Official GRE scores (GMAT scores for business majors) must be submitted to the Graduate School.
• Official TOEFL scores must be submitted to the Graduate School.
• Minimum TOEFL requirements are:
  • 213 on the computer-based test
  • 550 on the paper-based test
  • 80 on the Internet-based test
6. Additional Documents
• Certificate of completion of post-secondary level education equivalent to four years of American university schooling
• Three letters of reference from former professors or individuals who are familiar with your academic work
• A statement of finances or acceptance of a graduate assistantship is required before an I-20 can be issued but is not required for admission
• Contact your major department to see if additional documentation is required for your program.
  
7. Mailing Instructions
   All application materials including official test scores should be sent to:
   Graduate School
   PO Box 13024, SFA Station
   Nacogdoches, Texas 75962

If you are sending items by courier, please use the following address:
SFA Graduate School
1936 North Street
Liberal Arts North, Room 423
Nacogdoches, Texas 75962

For questions regarding international student applications, please contact:
Stacy Gee
International Student Advisor
Office of Admissions
Phone: 936.468.2504
Email: swilson@sfasu.edu