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HOW TO<br />
APPLY<br />
APPLICATION CHECKLIST AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:<br />
Official scanned documents accepted for the application process. <br />
Original or official academic records required prior to or upon arrival at <strong>JMU</strong>.<br />
· A complete and accurate application form<br />
including your intended degree program,<br />
email address and telephone number<br />
· Official score from English language<br />
proficiency test: IELTS, TOEFL iBT,<br />
Password and Embassy English<br />
tests accepted*<br />
* Password and Embassy English test scores not<br />
accepted for Direct Admission.<br />
· Certified, full transcripts of all academic<br />
qualifications, translated with translation<br />
authenticated<br />
· Certified, proof of graduation, translated,<br />
with translation authenticated if available,<br />
at the time of application<br />
· Personal Statement<br />
· Letter of Recommendation<br />
· Identification pages of your passport<br />
· Copy of your current I-20 and visa,<br />
if applicable<br />
· Certified bank statement (issued within 3<br />
months) translated into English; statement<br />
must demonstrate sufficient funds to cover<br />
minimum of one year of academic study<br />
RECEIVE YOUR UNIVERSITY OFFER.<br />
CONGRATULATIONS!<br />
CONFIRM<br />
• Sign Acceptance of Offer documents<br />
and pay enrollment deposit<br />
• Receive I-20, pay SEVIS fee and schedule<br />
your visa appointment<br />
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE<br />
• Notify us when you receive your visa<br />
• Submit <strong>JMU</strong> Immunization form<br />
• Submit flight arrival form<br />
• Submit accommodation request<br />
and documents<br />
• Complete MyMadison account activation<br />
online (direct admit students only)<br />
• Request original or official academic<br />
records for previous institutions (must be<br />
presented upon arrival at orientation)<br />
• Review arrival information<br />
WHEN YOU ARRIVE<br />
• Bring your original official academic records,<br />
including previous university academic<br />
records, in sealed envelopes with the<br />
school stamp or seal<br />
• Check-in with James Madison University<br />
CONNECT WITH THE <strong>ISC</strong><br />
Our Student Enrollment Advisors are<br />
happy to answer your questions and help<br />
with your application. They speak a variety<br />
of languages and will do their best to work<br />
with you in your preferred language.<br />
Apply by email<br />
naadmissions@studygroup.com<br />
Apply online<br />
jmu.edu/isc<br />
Apply via an agent<br />
Ask your agent about the <strong>JMU</strong><br />
International Year One program or direct<br />
entry. Submit completed application form<br />
and supplemental documents to your<br />
local agent.<br />
JOIN OUR SOCIAL MEDIA COMMUNITY<br />
facebook.com/iscjamesmadisonuniversity<br />
YouTube.com/IntlStudyCenterat<strong>JMU</strong><br />
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