America is unwavering in its commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities to students from around the world. Southern is especially dedicated to bringing talented international students to our campus. Enrolling talented international students makes us a stronger, global campus. The admission process is a collaborative effort between the Office of Undergraduate Admission and the Office of International Education.
Applicants from countries where English is not the primary language will be required to provide test scores from one of the following English proficiency exams:
Scores must be received within 2 years of the test date to be considered valid.
Applicants will need to provide evidence that they have the equivalent of a U.S. High School degree. Applicants must provide official transcripts and a certified evaluation of foreign transcripts and credentials (document-by-document) from a NACES-approved organization (naces.org). Southern also partners with International Education Evaluations (IEE) and The Evaluation Company (TEC) to offer credential evaluations that meet the university admission requirements at a discounted rate.
It is a simple process to transfer universities within the U.S. Students would begin by filling out a Transfer Application and then, if accepted, request that their active immigration status be transferred to SCSU.
Applicants who have begun degrees outside of the U.S. can also submit their transcripts for a course-by-course evaluation to potentially receive transfer credit. GPA: The average grade equivalency for incoming transfer students is a 2.0 on a 4.0 U.S. grading scale or what is equivalent to a letter grade of a C.
Applicants from countries where English is not the primary language will be required to provide. Test scores from one of the following English proficiency exams:
Scores must be received within 2 years of the test date to be considered valid.
Applicants must hold the foreign equivalent of a United States bachelor's degree from an internationally recognized institution of higher education with an undergraduate grade point average of at least "B." (On various grading scales this would be at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, 14 on a 20 point scale, 80.0 from Chinese institutions, 1st Class or Division from Indian institutions, and upper 2nd Class Honors from British systems. Other grading systems will be evaluated on receipt of transcripts and certified evaluation of those transcripts.)
Applicants must provide official transcripts and a certified evaluation of foreign transcripts and credentials (course by course with grades) from a NACES-approved organization (naces.org). The evaluation must include a copy of the transcript(s) being evaluated. Applicants are responsible for payment of fees charged by these agencies.
| Fee Description | Cost Estiamte |
|---|---|
| Out-of-State tuition & fees* | $16,938.00 |
| Indirect Costs (books, supplies, transportation) | $5,824.00 |
| Room & Board | $9,941.00 |
| Medical Insurance (recommended) | $1,000.00 |
| Total | $33,676.00 |
| Fee Description | Cost Estiamte |
|---|---|
| Out-of-State tuition & fees* | $19,318.00 |
| MBA tuition fees | $24,942.00 |
| Indirect Costs (books, supplies, transportation) | $5,824.00 |
| Room & Board | $9,941.00 |
| Medical Insurance (recommended) | $1,000.00 |
| Total | $36,083.00 |
Applicants with a spouse or child(ren) that will accompany them to the United States must include a minimum of an additional $3,500 per year for the spouse, and $1,500 per year for each additional dependent.
For more information about the Cost of Attendance, please see Cost of Attendance.
*Actual tuition and fees will be available on the Tuition and Fees page.
International applicants must demonstrate they have sufficient funding to provide for their education in the U.S. including tuition and fees; room and board; transportation; books; supplies; medical insurance; and other indirect costs defined by the cost of attendance. Please see this resource from Study in the States to learn more about which sources of funding qualify.
International students are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid. Students may be considered for university scholarships and part-time on-campus employment opportunities.
Applicants will be assessed for internal scholarships at the point of application and will receive communication from Admissions regarding an award.
There are limited and competitive Graduate Assistantship opportunities available. In exchange for 10 hours or 20 hours per week of on-campus employment, awardees would receive a stipend of $2,640.00 or $5,280.00, respectively, per semester and a waiver of the fees portion of tuition and fees – a savings of over $3,000.00 per semester.
Please see available opportunities.
For many, living on campus is one of the unique highlights of the American college experience. SCSU’s campus is no different and is a thriving community of student life and activities. For more information or to learn more, please see the guide to living on campus.
Applicants interested in living on campus are encouraged to explore the different housing options. To see a complete list of housing options and the costs, please visit the residence life page or take a virtual tour of our residence halls.
Students, faculty, and staff have their choice of several great dining options, which are spread across campus. SCSU also offers a range of meal plans, tailored for different schedules and lifestyles, such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and more.
Learn more about the different dining options on campus.
Students living on and off campus will have the opportunity to choose a preferred meal plan if they would like the flexibility of dining on campus. Students living on campus will automatically be assigned an appropriate meal plan based on the type of housing.
SCSU’s vibrant campus community is home to over 125 student clubs and organizations clubs and organizations that represent a wide range of skills and interests; 17 NCAA Division II Athletics Teams; an Office of Career & Professional Development hosting several career fairs during the year; the Center for Academic Success and Accessibility Services (CASAS) with support for non-native English speakers; the Wellbeing Center and Fitness Center to support overall student wellness; Sexuality and Gender Equality (SAGE) center; and as number of distinguished lectures and performances throughout the year. There is always something happening on the Southern campus!
New Haven, Connecticut, is a coastal city about two hours northeast of New York City and two-and-a-half hours southwest of Boston, Massachusetts. Quick and convenient public transportation is available for travel to both metropolitan centers, and New Haven provides easy access to the scenic Connecticut shoreline, as well as the picturesque towns and villages of Connecticut’s Northeast corner, the Berkshires in Massachusetts, and many more lovely New England settings. Southern is an ideal location to host international students from all over the world.
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Office of International Education
Engleman Hall 220
Southern Connecticut State University
Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00-5:00 p.m. EST, Friday, 9:00-4:30 p.m. EST
Phone: (203) 392-6756
Fax: (203) (203) 392-6978
oie@southernct.edu
Erin Heidkamp, Ph.D.
Director / SEVIS R.O., P.D.S.O.
HeidkampE1@southernct.edu
Engleman Hall A 220
(203) 392-6975
Michael Schindel, MFA
Assistant Director, International Student Advisor SEVIS D.S.O
SchindelM1@southernct.edu
Engleman Hall A 220
(203) 392-5454
Lisa Galvin
Associate Dean of Graduate Enrollment Management
School of Graduate and Professional Studies
galvinl1@southernct.edu
Buley Library 440 A
(203) 392-5354
Nilvio Perez
Director of Admissions
Wintergreen Building 114 J
perezn18@southernct.edu
(203) 392-5652
Carla Flynn
Director Transfer Student Services
flynnc15@southernct.edu
Wintergreen Building 108 D
(203) 392-7109