International Students

Admission Requirements

Applicants who are not residents of the United States are encouraged to apply for admission to Baker University.
Students who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents (green card holders) should complete the admissions application and submit the credentials listed. All documents must be submitted in English to the Office of Admissions.

Application Deadlines

Spring 2025

• 13 December 2024 for new international students who need to apply for a new F-1 visa
• 17 January 2025 for international students who are transferring from a U.S. institution and have a valid F-1 visa

Fall 2025

• 1 July for new international students who need to apply for a new F-1 visa
• 9 August for international students who are transferring from a U.S. institution and have a valid F-1 visa

First-Time University Students

• A $25 application fee is required.
• Evaluation of secondary school work. This can be completed by  International Education Evaluations, SpanTran the Evaluation Company, or by another credential evaluator approved by the Office of Admissions.

  • Students planning to participate in athletics at Baker University must use the credential evaluator InCred. This is required by the NAIA for participation in NAIA athletics.

• SAT or ACT test scores are required for students with a cumulative GPA below 2.5 on the U.S. 4.0 scale.
  • Baker University SAT code – 6031
  • Baker University ACT code – 1386
• Proof of English proficiency. Students can prove proficiency in several ways:
  • Submit scores from one of the following tests: TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, ACT, Duolingo, or Pearson PTE.
  • Demonstrate at least three years of attendance at an accredited U.S. high school or international school in which English was the language of instruction.
  • Proof of citizenship in a country approved by the Office of Admissions as an English-speaking country.

Transfer Students

• A $25 application fee is required.
• All official university transcripts:
  • Students transferring from an international university are required to submit all secondary and post-secondary school work for evaluation to  SpanTran the Evaluation Company or another credential evaluator approved by the Office of Admission.
• Proof of English proficiency. Students can prove proficiency in several ways:
  • Submit test scores from one of the following tests: TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, ACT, Duolingo, or Pearson PTE.
  • Complete at least 12 transferrable college-level credit hours, including 3 credit hours of college-level composition with a grade of C or better, in the U.S. or in an approved English-speaking country.
  • Proof of citizenship in a country approved by the Office of Admissions as an English-speaking country.

I-20 Process

After being admitted to the university, you will need to provide financial documents showing that you can meet our estimated costs for one year of study at Baker. This is required by the U.S. government. Once we receive proof of ability to pay, you will be issued an I-20 form by Baker University. The I-20 will allow you to apply for your F-1 student visa through the U.S. government.

• Steps to receiving the I-20:
  • Complete the Affidavit of Financial Support and read its instructions for what financial documents are needed.
  • Submit the completed affidavit and supporting financial documents to doug.tabbert@bakerU.edu.
  • Transfer students only: you must also submit a transfer eligibility form before receiving your I-20. The form should be completed by you and a DSO at your current school, then returned to doug.tabbert@bakerU.edu.

Additional Information

Academic Merit Scholarships: International students are eligible for academic merit scholarships. They are also invited to apply for scholarships that are not need based. This includes talent-based awards for music, theatre, art, creative writing, and radio or newspaper.

Athletic Scholarships: Scholarships for student-athletes are awarded differently than for nonathletes. Athletic scholarships are offered on a case-by-case basis and cannot be added to an academic merit award. Coaches will speak with prospective student-athletes about the aid they are eligible to receive.

On-Campus Jobs: Students are also eligible for on-campus jobs. They will be required to apply for a Social Security number if they do not already have one.

Payments: Students are charged for one semester at a time. They can make one single payment for a semester or year, or they can enroll in a monthly payment plan. Contact the Business Office for details at business.office@bakerU.edu or +1 913-344-1204.

Contact

Hello! For questions about F-1 visa requirements, customs and immigration procedures, your class schedule, or academic support, please email or WhatsApp me.

Dr. Anna McCullough, ’02
Director of Student Academic Success
anna.mccullough@bakerU.edu | +1.785.594.8458 | WhatsApp: +1.785.218.7446

Hi, everyone! I will be your go-to person after your arrival at Baker! I will help you with your insurance, a Social Security card, and whatever else you may need during your time at Baker. Do not hesitate to reach out to me with questions.

Cassy Bailey
Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management
cbailey@bakerU.edu | +1.785.594.8431