Bemidji State University [BSU] 2023-24 Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Bemidji State University International Student Admissions

Students who require registration under SEVIS are categorized as international students. Every international student will require either an F-1 or J-1 visa for studying in the U.S. International students applying for admission online must select “International Visa Holder or Seeker” under the ‘Citizenship’ option. Including the Social Security Number is optional.

How to apply?

Application Portal: Paper or Online International Student Application 2023-24

Application Fee: 20 USD

Admission Requirements: A list of supporting documents required to be submitted along with the application are given below. Students must scan and submit these documents to the admission office via email.

1. High school transcripts: Applicants must submit original transcripts or copies of original transcripts with official certification from all institutions previously attended. Applicants whose transcripts are not in English must also include translation from a certified agency.
2. Proof of English language proficiency: It is mandatory for all international students except the ones who apply for the program offered by the English Language Center.
3. Financial Affidavit: This must include Cost Info and Expense Sheet. It is required to check that the student has enough funding to cover the cost of studying one year at BSU. This form will be considered only if it has required signatures, bank statements, official letters or an affirmation of support.
4. Statement of Purpose: It is a requirement where students must demonstrate their academic background, future educational goals and how the University is going to help them achieve it.
5. Completed and signed International Student Agreement Form
6. Applicant’s copy of the passport identification page
7. Completed authorization form to release student information

English Language Proficiency Test Requirements 

Bemidji State University admission requires specific English language proficiency tests for undergraduate and graduate programs. Here are the tests accepted by the university and the respective scores required for admission:

Visa Process for International Students

The University issues an I-20 or DS-2019 which enables students to apply for an F-1 or J-1 visa to study in the USA . In order to do so, the University requires financial documents that include Financial Affidavit, 2022-23 cost information, and 2022-23 expense sheets, and a copy of the applicant’s ID page of the passport.

However, these documents are not required at the time of application submission. These are required when full admission of the applicant is confirmed. Any documents required in addition to the application can be mailed to international@bemidjistate.edu .