International Students

Albertus Magnus College extends a warm welcome to our international students. Our diverse university community is empowered by the creative ideas, individual gifts, and varied experiences shared by our students.

International students are those whose permanent residence is outside the US. International students who plan to attend classes on campus must obtain Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status) and an F-1 Visa.

The following credentials are required of on-campus undergraduate international students:

• A completed online application.
• Completion of secondary studies/ high school with proof of graduation. 
• Official transcripts from secondary schools. Bonafide English translation might be required of official transcripts. 
  
  • If the student has college credit or is a transfer student, we require official transcripts from all universities or colleges attended. These transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES member.
• If a student is from non-native English Language, Albertus requires Proof of English language proficiency. Submit official test results showing our recommended acceptable minimum score from one of the following: 
  • • SAT or ACT
    • TOEFL (our institutional code is 3001) iBT: 80 PBT: 550 CBT: 213
    • IELTS: 6.0
    • Duo Lingo: 100
    • Pearsons-PTE: 53
    • Or 3+ years at a university or college in which English was the primary language.
• A personal essay on a topic of your choice (500 word minimum).
• Copy of applicant’s valid, unexpired passport. If the applicant is already in the US, please also include a copy of visa/admission stamp and I-20 from the current institution, if applicable. 
• Official bank statement from the last six months showcasing sufficient funds to cover tuition, cost of living and other fees.

The following credentials are optional for on-campus undergraduate international students:

• At least one letter of recommendation, in English, from former professors or professional associates.