International Applicants

In addition to an official transcript, international applicants must provide a foreign credential evaluation indicating the earning of the equivalent of a regionally accredited bachelor’s degree.

Applicants whose primary language is not English and who have not received their undergraduate degree from a U.S. college or university must demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English as indicated by a Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) score 79 on the Internet based version, or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). At minimum, the IELTS score should be 6.5.

Thomas Edison State University recognizes the discipline necessary to complete a self-directed program of study. An external degree institution for adults, the University issues no visas and has no residential campus facilities. Therefore, it is suggested that international students without a strong command of the English language consider their higher education options before enrolling with the University.

VISAS
Thomas Edison State University does not participate in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). Therefore the University does not sponsor foreign national students for F-1 or J-1 visa status.

Thomas Edison State University does not issue “Certificates of Acceptance” (Form I-20) to international students. Students who enter the United States on a student visa (F-1) through another college may enroll in Thomas Edison State University. However, it will be the student’s responsibility to keep his/her visa status current to be eligible for continued pursuit of a Thomas Edison State University degree.