International Applicants

Monroe College is authorized by the U.S. Government to enroll non-immigrant alien F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors in the student, college/university category. International applicants must obtain the appropriate eligibility form (Form I-20 AB: Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status or Form DS-2019: Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status) from Monroe College prior to applying for the applicable visa or change of status. Monroe College will only issue this certificate once a candidate has met all admissions requirements including the necessary English language proficiency, been accepted for admission, and presented proof of ability to finance his/her living and educational expenses while studying in the United States.

English Proficiency for International Applicants

Monroe College decides the eligibility of non-native English language speaking applicants to pursue undergraduate studies by determining their English language proficiency in one of the following ways:

• Results of an English language exam sanctioned by Monroe College such as TOEFL, IELTS, and iTEP;
• Completion of English language studies at an approved language school or center;
• Successful completion of the Monroe College English Language Learning Institute (ELLI) or EASE.