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International Graduate Admission

King’s College welcomes graduate students from around the world. International applicants should review the admission requirements for their program of interest as well as the additional requirements below. 

Are you planning to study in the United States?

Students who require an F-1 visa must enroll in an eligible in-person program. 

Graduate programs currently available to F-1 international students include: 

  • Athletic Training 
  • Physician Assistant 

Are you planning to study online from outside the United States?

International students who plan to remain outside the United States may enroll in eligible fully online graduate programs. An F-1 visa is not required. 

Online programs include: 

  • Education 
  • Healthcare Administration 
  • Nutrition & Dietetics 
  • Nutrition Science 
  • Performance and Sports Science 
  • Strategic Communications 

Please note: Occupational Therapy and the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing are not currently available to international students. 

If you are currently in the United States or are unsure which option applies to you, contact the Office of Graduate Admission at gradprograms@kings.edu before applying. 

International Graduate Admission Requirements

All international applicants must meet the admission requirements for their specific graduate program. 

International applicants must submit: 

  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended 
  • A U.S. credential evaluation for academic records completed outside the United States 
  • English language proficiency documentation, when required by the program 

Academic records from institutions outside the United States must be evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). The Evaluation Company (TEC) is King’s recommended NACES agency and offers a custom application for King’s College applicants. 

Materials submitted to King’s College will not be returned. 

Additional Requirements for In-Person Programs

Applicants to an in-person program must also submit: 

  • Copy of a current, valid passport 
  • Proof of sufficient financial resources for at least one academic year 
  • King’s College Declaration of Finances Certification Form 

Financial documentation must be in English, meet King’s requirements for acceptable and current documentation, and include scholarship or sponsorship documentation when applicable. 

Students completing a fully online program from outside the United States do not need to submit a passport, financial documentation, or Declaration of Finances Certification Form. 

How to Apply

Submit Your Application

Complete the application required for your graduate program. Most programs use the King’s College Graduate Application, while some use a centralized application service. 

There is no application fee for programs using the King’s College Graduate Application. 

Apply to King’s

Submit Required Application Materials

Admission requirements vary by program and may include: 

  • Personal statement 
  • Resume or curriculum vitae 
  • Letters of recommendation 
  • Interview 
  • Prerequisite coursework 
  • Additional academic or professional documentation 

Review your program page for specific requirements. 

Submit Your Academic Credentials

Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Academic records from institutions outside the United States require a NACES-approved U.S. credential evaluation. 

Complete a Credential Evaluation through The Evaluation Company (TEC).

Review English Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants whose prior education was completed outside the United States may be required to demonstrate English language proficiency. 

Check your program page for specific English language proficiency requirements. 

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines and available start terms vary by program. Review your program page for specific deadlines. 

Students who require an F-1 visa are encouraged to apply early to allow sufficient time for application review, immigration documentation, the visa process, and travel to the United States. Students who do not have sufficient time to complete the immigration process may need to defer enrollment to a future term. 

After You Apply

Use your King’s College applicant portal to monitor your application and view outstanding requirements. 

Once your application is complete, it will be reviewed according to your program’s admission process. Admission decisions are communicated through the applicant portal. 

I-20 and F-1 Visa Information 

After all required admission and financial documentation has been received and approved, eligible students planning to study in the United States will receive information about the Form I-20 and F-1 visa process. 

International Student Services provides resources related to: 

  • Form I-20 requirements and transfers 
  • SEVIS I-901 fee 
  • F-1 visa application and interview 
  • Entering the United States 
  • International student orientation 

Tuition and Costs

Tuition and fees vary by graduate program. International applicants should review the tuition and estimated expenses for their program. 

Students seeking F-1 status must demonstrate sufficient financial resources before immigration documentation can be issued. 

View Graduate Tuition and Costs 

Questions? We’re here to help. 

The Office of Graduate Admission can assist with questions about graduate programs, application requirements, deadlines, and the admission process. 

The Office of International Student Services can assist admitted students with Form I-20 documentation, F-1 visa information, and preparing to study in the United States.