We are here to help you every step of the way!
Applying to a school in another country can be a daunting task, but we are here to help you every step of the way. If at any point you have a question, you can always reach out to our International Admissions Team for help.
- You must show proof of English proficiency. You may submit a TOEFL iBT test score of 75 or higher, an IELTS overall score of 6.0 or higher, or a Duolingo English Test score of 105 or higher. If your scores do not meet the requirement, please contact the international admissions counselor for more information about our English proficiency waiver.
- Your high school GPA equivalent must meet or exceed 2.3 on a 4.0 scale. Students who are transferring from a post-secondary institution must meet or exceed a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Students are not required to take the SAT or ACT, but it is recommended.
Step 1: Application
Step 2: Transcripts & English Proficiency
Step 2.1: Submit Transcripts
Step 2.2: Take English Proficiency Exam
Step 3: Scholarships & Financial Aid
Step 3.1: Explore Scholarship Opportunities
Step 3.2: Receive and Review Your Financial Aid Offer
Step 3.3: Send Proof of Funds
Step 4: Make Your Deposit
Step 5: Obtain F1 Student Visa and I-20 Certificate of Eligibility
Step 6: Complete HU Forms for Campus Life
Step 7: Make Your Travel Arrangements
Step 1
If you are certain that you meet or exceed Huntington University's admission requirements, complete our online application.
You will receive an email from our admissions staff thanking you for your application and requesting any additional documents necessary to complete the application process. These documents may include, but are not limited to:
- High school transcripts (an official list, in English, of high school courses taken and the respective grades earned) and graduation/exit exam scores if applicable
- English proficiency scores
- SAT and/or ACT scores (optional)
If you meet our admission requirements and are accepted into Huntington University, you will receive an official letter of acceptance.
Step 2
The second step in the process involves two parts:
Step 2.1 - Submit Official Transcripts of your high school grades through one of our 3rd party evaluation services. (see below for more)
Step 2.2 - Take an English Proficiency exam through one of our 3rd party services. (see below for more)
Submit your Official Transcript for evaluation to one of these sites:
Transcript Evaluation Service | Evaluation Type | Cost | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|
Basic High School Evaluation | $95 for initial application $45 to update | Any student-athlete who has not completed post-secondary coursework. | |
Course-by-Course Evaluation | $190 for initial application $80 to update | Any student-athlete who has completed post-secondary coursework. | |
WES Basic Course-by-Course Evaluation | $170 | Students who are not athletes and either have or have not completed post-secondary coursework. | |
ECE General with GPA Report | $130 | Students who are not athletes and have not completed any post-secondary coursework. | |
ECE Course-by-Course | $195 | Students who are not athletes and have completed post-secondary coursework. |
Take one English Proficiency Exam and submit your score:
English Proficiency Service | Type | Cost | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
Test of English as a Foreign Language | $180-$200 | Score required: 75 or above | |
International English Language Testing System | Varies | Score required: 6.0 or above | |
Language App | Around $50 | Score required: 105 or above | |
Standardized test used in the USA | Around $60 | English score of 500 or above |
Step 3
The next step in the process has three parts which cover the funding for your time as a student at HU.
Step 3.1 - We have many scholarships available for international students! This step involves learning about and applying for the scholarship options available to you. (see below for more info)
Step 3.2 - After you are accepted to Huntington University, you will receive a Financial Aid Offer which you will need to review. (see below for more info)
Step 3.3 - Before coming to Huntington University, we will need a document which shows Proof of Funds to cover your costs as a student. (see below for more info)
Scholarship Opportunities
Unfortunately, international students are not eligible for USA government, state, or county scholarships. But there are a number of scholarship opportunities you have the possibility of receiving from HU*:
ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS | Varies | Recruited student athletes. |
HUNTINGTON UNIVERSITY ALUMNI GRANT | $1,500 | Student must be a dependent of a Huntington University/Huntington College graduate. |
MATCHING CHURCH GRANT | Up to $1,000 | HU will match up to $1,000 in scholarship from the student’s local church. Scholarship commitment must be submitted by August 1. View the Matching Church Grant PDF for more details. |
CHURCH SERVICE GRANT | $1,000 | Student is a dependent of a full-time minister or missionary. |
INTERNATIONAL GRANT | Up to $5,000 | Must complete International Grant application and demonstrate need. |
HUNTINGTON UNIVERSITY UNITED BRETHREN GRANT | $4,000 | Student regularly attends and is involved with a United Brethren in Christ Church. |
UNITED BRETHREN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP | Full Tuition | International students who would like to apply for this scholarship should complete and submit the scholarship application form by March 1st. |
Find applications and additional details at huntington.edu/HU-Aid. | ||
*Not all scholarships/grants stack on one another. The financial aid office determines final financial aid packets.
Financial Offer
Upon review of the scholarships and grants you qualify for, our Financial Aid Office will create your Financial Aid Offer. In this offer, you will find an estimated cost for your academic year. Take time to review your Financial Aid Offer, and contact the Financial Aid Office with any questions.
Call: (260) 359-4326 or Email: finaid@huntington.edu
Proof of Funds
At the beginning of each semester, you are required to pay what you owe in full for the semester. Knowing this, we require proof of funding from you to determine if you can financially cover the cost of attending HU.
It can be multiple outlets, but the point is to demonstrate your ability to pay the tuition cost. This can be done by emailing us your bank statement, which needs to be from within the past six months, certifying the amount in the account is enough to cover tuition and living costs for the year.
Step 4
Send your $2500 international registration deposit to Huntington University. Of this amount the university holds $150 until graduation with the remaining $2350 going toward the student's first school bill as a prepayment. The deposit is refundable. The deposit can be paid through our website with a US credit or debit card, or you may contact your international admissions counselor for information about sending a wire transfer.
Step 5
This is a two-part step. First you must obtain an F-1 Student Visa from your home country.
- Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee
- Apply for your F-1 student visa in your home country.
- Notify our Office of Admissions when you receive your visa
Then you can obtain an I-20 from Huntington University. You will be asked to provide:
- A copy of your passport
- Documentation of financial ability to fund one year of tuition, room, board, and fees at Huntington University
- Contact information
- Dependent information (if needed)
After we process your information, an I-20 and welcome package will be mailed to you.
Step 6
This is a multi-part step which involves completing simple Huntington University forms for things like campus housing, student ID, media release, and more. Your Admissions counselor will help you these, but you can find a summary of them in the "Before You Arrive" section of our Deposited Students Next Steps page.
Step 7
This step involves working with your admissions counselor to arrive on-time to campus for new student orientation and classes. It can be daunting navigating flights and passports, but we are confident you will find the effort worthwhile. We can't wait to see you!
