Information for International Students
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Information for International Students
Becoming a Student In The United States
USciences is the perfect destination for international students who want to study, travel, and get work experience in the United States. The International Student Services (ISS) office is here to help you every step of the way, from meeting your admissions requirements to securing and maintaining an F-1 Visa.
The USciences community is diverse, open-minded, and eager to learn about new cultures and perspectives, and Philadelphia is one of America's greatest cities, full of history, art, culture, and rewarding career opportunities.
Obtaining an F-1 Visa
The ISS office is happy to help you with every step of the F-1 Visa application process.
Health Requirements
In order to become a USciences student, you must pass a basic health exam and enroll in the USciences Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) or provide proof of health insurance.
Financial Requirements
All international students must demonstrate that they are financially prepared to study and live in the United States. The ISS office can advise you on the certification of finances, and any other documentation that is necessary to prove your financial support.
Accommodations
Finding the right place to live is important to your success as a student. On-campus housing is available to first- and second-year undergraduate students, and we can advise graduate and other students on options for living off-campus
USciences Admission Process
International First-Year Students
If you are a high school senior or have earned a high school degree but not taken any college-level courses, you are considered to be a first-year student. Please refer to the USciences Undergraduate Admission page for information regarding deadlines and application requirements for international students.
International Transfer Students
If you have completed any college-level coursework outside of the United States, you are considered to be a transfer student. Please refer to our Transfer Admission page for information regarding deadlines and transfer requirements for international students. Please note that program-specific application deadlines are more important than the June 1 international student application deadline .
International Graduate Students
If you are applying to a graduate program at USciences (MS, PhD, and MBA) please refer to our Graduate Admission page for information regarding deadlines and other requirements for international students.
Contact:
Address:
600 South 43rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4495
Phone:
215-895-3135
Email: