The Office of Admissions is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year.
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Diversity Matters at Spelman
Diversity is a large part of what makes Spelman a global leader in higher education. Spelman College welcomes women from all over the world, including the Bahamas, Ghana, South Africa, Japan, Trinidad, Tobago, Australia, the United Kingdom, Czech Republic, South Korea and Vietnam. International students come to Spelman as full-time undergraduates and foreign exchange students.
Am I an International Student?
An international applicant is anyone who is not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Any student attending high school abroad, regardless of citizenship, will also be classified as an international applicant. TOEFL exam scores are required for the student whose primary language is not English. Students who require an F1 (Student) Visa must submit proper financial documentation before a Form I-20 will be issued. The financial statement is available by contacting the international student services coordinator. For questions or concerns, contact the international student services coordinator, via e-mail here.
International Student Services
We understand that our students are far away from home and need some assistance with managing their visa, education and work requirements. The coordinator of International Student Services is the Spelman College Designated School Officer and serves as your liaison to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the U.S. Department of State.
Students are encouraged to visit the office to address questions about visas, immigration status, changes in USCIS regulations, and campus resources. Learn more about International Student Services at Spelman.
Admission for International Applicants
A complete application will include:
- Completed application through the Common Application
- Two teacher recommendations
- Official high school and/or college transcript(s)
- If documents are not in English, an official translation is needed
- Official TOEFL score
Only for students from non-English-speaking countries
- Non-refundable $40 application fee
- Official SAT or ACT scores
Optional for the academic year of 2022-2023
Financing
International applicants must also demonstrate the ability to fulfil the financial obligations associated with matriculation in their college program. Financial assistance at Spelman for international applicants is limited.