University Of Phoenix: International Students Welcome Or Not?

The University of Phoenix does accept international students, but there are some additional requirements for international applicants. Students must meet the English Language Proficiency requirement and, if in the U.S., provide an acceptable visa that does not prohibit educational studies. The University of Phoenix has students living abroad in 115 countries attending school online.

International admissions requirements

The University of Phoenix does accept international students. If you are a non-US citizen currently living in the US, you can enrol at the University of Phoenix if you have a valid, acceptable visa. This will allow you to attend school and maintain legal work status in the US.

When filling out your admissions application, you must include the visa type, date of issue, and your country of citizenship. It is important to note that the University of Phoenix cannot accept expired visas.

English Proficiency Tests

If you completed high school in a non-English-speaking country, you must pass an English proficiency test to fulfil the admissions requirement. The following exams are accepted:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam: 9 (TOEFL Essentials exam), 213 (Computer-based Test-cBT), 79 (Internet-based Test-iBT), or 550 (Written-based test-wBT)
• Test of English as an International Communication (TOEIC) exam
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam: 69 (Online Test of Reading and Listening Skills-English) or 550 (Online English Proficiency Exam)
• Cambridge English Assessment: Pass one of the five acceptable exams offered
• Duolingo English Exam
• Pearson Test of English Academic

Please note that English proficiency tests are not required if any of the following statements apply:

• You have previously earned a US high school diploma or GED before applying for admission to the University of Phoenix.
• You have earned the equivalent of a US high school diploma in a country where English is the official language.
• You have earned the equivalent of a US high school diploma at an institution where English is the medium of instruction.
• You have successfully completed the equivalent of 30 transferable, academic semester credits at a recognised college or university in a country where English is the official language.
• You have successfully completed the equivalent of 30 transferable, academic semester credits at a recognised institution where English is the sole medium of instruction.
• You have successfully completed 30 transferable, academic semester credits at an approved, institutionally accredited college or university in the United States.
• You have completed the approved ESL series of courses at Canadian College of English Language (CCEL), International Language Schools of Canada (ILSC), or Kaplan.

International Transcripts

If you are an international student living in the US, you can have your transcripts from a recognised international college or university evaluated for transfer credits if one of the following statements is true:

• You are a legal resident of the United States.
• You have been granted permanent residence.
• You have a valid visa that does not prohibit educational studies.
• You have been granted temporary protected status, along with an approved Notice of Action issued by Citizen Immigration Services and verified through CIS Form G-845.
• You have been granted asylum, along with an approved Notice of Action issued by Citizen Immigration Services.

If you are an international student living abroad, you can request that your transcripts from your recognised international college or university be evaluated for transfer credits. The University of Phoenix's evaluation services follow the standards approved by the National Council on the Evaluation of Foreign Credentials.

English Translation for Transcripts

If your international transcripts are in a language other than English, a certified English translation is required. The University of Phoenix accepts translations from the following:

• The issuing institution, if the school provides an official translation that is "validated" by the Registrar or another school official.
• A certified translator from an official translation service or a professional organisation that provides certified translations as one of its services.
• A foreign language professor from a regionally accredited institution.
• An embassy or consulate official.

If your transcript is in Spanish or French, the University of Phoenix can also provide translation services.

English proficiency tests

The University of Phoenix does accept international students, but there are some additional requirements for international applicants. Non-US citizens living in the US can enrol at the University of Phoenix if they have a valid, acceptable visa. This can be a student (F-1) visa, which requires an I-20 application.

International students must also submit proof of English proficiency. This can be done by passing one of the following exams within two years before enrolling:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam: minimum scores of 9 (TOEFL Essentials exam), 213 (Computer-based Test-cBT), 79 (Internet-based Test-iBT) or 550 (Written-based test-wBT)
• Test of English as an International Communication (TOEIC) exam
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam: minimum score of 5.5
• Cambridge English Assessment: pass one of the five acceptable exams offered
• Duolingo English Exam
• Pearson Test of English Academic
• You have previously earned a US high school diploma or GED prior to applying for admission to the University of Phoenix.
• You have earned the equivalent of a US high school diploma in a country in which English is the official language.
• You have earned the equivalent of a US high school diploma at an institution where English is the medium of instruction.
• You have successfully completed the equivalent of 30 transferable, academic semester credits at a recognised college or university in a country in which English is the official language.
• You have successfully completed the equivalent of 30 transferable, academic semester credits at a recognised institution where English is the sole medium of instruction.
• You have successfully completed 30 transferable, academic semester credits at an approved, institutionally accredited college or university in the United States.
• You have completed the approved ESL series of courses at Canadian College of English Language (CCEL), International Language Schools of Canada (ILSC) or Kaplan.

International transcript requirements

The University of Phoenix does accept international students, provided they meet certain criteria.

If you are an international student, you must submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities you have attended. These transcripts must be in English. If your transcript is in another language, a certified English translation is required. The University of Phoenix accepts translations from the following sources:

• The issuing institution, if the school provides an official translation that is validated by the Registrar or another school official.
• A certified translator from an official translation service or a professional organisation that provides certified translations as one of its services.
• A foreign language professor from a regionally accredited institution.
• An embassy or consulate official.

If your transcript is in Spanish or French, the University of Phoenix can also provide translation services.

For international students living in the US, you can have your transcripts evaluated for transfer credits if you are a legal resident of the US, have been granted permanent residence, have a valid visa that does not prohibit educational studies, have been granted temporary protected status, or have been granted asylum.

For international students living abroad, it is recommended that you request your transcripts from your recognised international college or university and have them evaluated for transfer credits. This can save you time and money on your degree, and the evaluation services follow standards approved by the National Council on the Evaluation of Foreign Credentials.

Visa requirements

The University of Phoenix does accept international students, but there are visa requirements that must be met.

To be eligible for any degree program at the University of Phoenix, non-U.S. citizens living in the U.S. must have a valid, acceptable visa. This allows students not only to attend school but also to maintain legal work status in the country. Eligible visas include F-1 (student) visas and I-20 visas. The University of Phoenix also offers Designated School Official (DSO) services for student visa holders.

When filling out the admissions application, students must include their visa type, date of issue, and country of citizenship. The University of Phoenix cannot accept expired visas.

English Proficiency Tests:

International students who completed high school in a non-English-speaking country must also fulfil the English proficiency admissions requirement. This can be done by passing one of the following exams within two years before enrolling:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam: 9 (TOEFL Essentials exam), 213 (Computer-based Test-cBT), 79 (Internet-based Test-iBT), or 550 (Written-based test-wBT)
• Test of English as an International Communication (TOEIC) exam
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam: 69 (Online Test of Reading and Listening Skills-English) or 550 (Online English Proficiency Exam)
• Cambridge English Assessment: one of five acceptable exams offered, with no time frame required
• Duolingo English Exam
• Pearson Test of English Academic

English proficiency tests are not required if any of the following statements are true:

• You have previously earned a U.S. high school diploma or GED before applying for admission.
• You have earned the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma in a country where English is the official language.
• You have earned the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma at an institution where English is the medium of instruction.
• You have successfully completed the equivalent of 30 transferable, academic semester credits at a recognised college or university in a country where English is the official language.
• You have successfully completed the equivalent of 30 transferable, academic semester credits at a recognised institution where English is the sole medium of instruction.
• You have successfully completed 30 transferable, academic semester credits at an approved, institutionally accredited college or university in the United States.

International Transcripts:

If you have transcripts from a recognised international college or university, you can have them evaluated for transfer credits if one of the following statements is true:

• You are a legal resident of the United States.
• You have been granted permanent residence.
• You have a valid Visa that does not prohibit educational studies.
• You have been granted temporary protected status, along with an approved Notice of Action issued by Citizen Immigration Services and verified through CIS Form G-845.
• You have been granted asylum, along with an approved Notice of Action issued by Citizen Immigration Services.

Application process

The University of Phoenix does accept international students, provided they meet the necessary requirements. The application process for international students is outlined below:

• International students must complete the standard online application form, fulfilling the admission requirements, and submit official transcripts from their previous institutions.
• There is no application fee, nor are there any essays or college entrance exams (such as the SAT, ACT, GMAT, or GRE) required.
• International students living in the US can enrol at the University of Phoenix if they have a valid, acceptable visa. This visa allows them to attend school and maintain legal work status in the country.
• When filling out the admissions application, the visa type, date of issue, and country of citizenship must be included. The visa must be current, as expired visas are not accepted.
• International students must demonstrate English proficiency. This can be done by passing one of the following exams within two years before enrolling: TOEFL, TOEFL Essentials, TOEIC, IELTS, Cambridge English Assessment, Duolingo English Exam, or Pearson Test of English Academic.
• English proficiency tests may be waived if the applicant has previously earned a US high school diploma or GED, earned the equivalent of a US high school diploma in a country where English is the official language, or completed certain academic credits at a recognised college or university where English is the medium of instruction.
• International students must submit transcripts from recognised international colleges or universities to be evaluated for transfer credits. This applies if the student is a legal resident of the US, has been granted permanent residence, has a valid visa that does not prohibit educational studies, has been granted temporary protected status, or has been granted asylum.
• If transcripts are in a language other than English, a certified English translation is required. Translations are accepted from the issuing institution, a certified translator from an official translation service, a foreign language professor from an accredited institution, or an embassy or consulate official.
• International students must also provide evidence of financial support. This includes a minimum of $30,219 in US currency per year, plus any dependent fees. Applicants living with a friend or family member in the US may complete the Affidavit of Support.
• Additionally, a photocopy of the identification page of the applicant's current passport must be provided, clearly showing their legal name, passport number, and birth date.
• For students on an F-1 (student) visa, an I-20 application must be completed and processed. This includes paying the SEVIS I-901 fee and attending a visa interview.

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