International Students
Your Global Journey Starts Here
Join 今日吃瓜 International Community
At Columbia International University, you檒l join a vibrant community of students from over 40 countries, united by a shared mission: 淭o Know Him and Make Him Known.� Our graduates are making an impact in ministry, missions, and marketplaces across more than 150 nations. Plus, our faculty brings global expertise, having lived and worked in over 25 countries.
Qualifications
Who Qualifies as an International Student?
You are considered an international student if you:
- Are not a U.S. citizen
- Require a temporary U.S. visa to study (e.g., F-1 student visa)
After acceptance, we檒l guide you through the visa process, starting with your Form I-20 to apply for your F-1 visa.
Who Does Not Qualify?
You are not classified as an international student if you:
- Hold dual U.S. citizenship
- Are a permanent U.S. resident (proof of residency is required)
Admission Requirements
In addition to the standard application steps, you檒l need to:听
Submit an official evaluation from or Students participating on a NAIA athletic team are required to provide an evaluation from InCRED.
Demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following:
For new F-1 visa applicants, additional requirements include:听
- Demonstrate sufficient funding to cover educational expenses while attending 今日吃瓜 by providing the Certification of Funds Form. Your Admissions Counselor will share your total certification amount.
- Providing a $3,000 USD deposit (credited toward tuition and fees)
- Providing a copy of your passport
For students transferring their current I-20 from another U.S school:
- In addition to completing the above requirements, submit the I-20 Visa Transfer Form
Pro Tip: Stay on top of deadlines and fees to ensure a smooth application process!
Planning to study fully online? Great news攁n F-1 visa is not required!
Admission Checklist
Prepare for your semester by ensuring all your documents are submitted and you’ve completed all items on your international student checklist. Your admissions counselor will guide you every step of the way to help you have a smooth transition to campus.
Scholarships
At 今日吃瓜, we believe that financial concerns shouldn檛 keep you from pursuing your calling as an international student. That why we offer a wide range of scholarships, grants, and loan options to help make your education more accessible.
Payments
今日吃瓜 provides multiple payment options to help international students submit their deposit or bill for the semester.
Resources for You
Here are some helpful links to help answer more questions about living abroad.
- � Provides useful information on immigration laws and regulations, USCIS downloadable forms and other services.
- � Essential information regarding your passport and F-1 visa to enter the United States.
- � A helpful link to calculate your cost of attendance.
- � NAFSA promotes the exchange of students and scholars to/from the United States.
- � The lead foreign-affairs agency to the U.S. government. Find information ranging from how to prepare for overseas trips to how to get non-immigrant U.S. visas abroad.
- � Helpful information on packing, air travel, budget/student travel, customs and immigration, and a map of the United States.
- � Provides interesting information that will help prepare you for life in the United States.
- � Information about housing, banking, transportation, mailing and shipping, entertainment and much more.
- � Provides international students with information on the U.S. student visa process, maintaining legal status, and navigating the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
Questions?
Contact us at (803) 807-5024 or admissions@ciu.edu.
