Knox Seminary is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students.
The Certificate of Eligibility (1-20) needed to obtain a student visa cannot be issued until the student has been admitted to Knox and has met the language and financial requirements to our satisfaction.
All international applicants from countries where English is not the official language must submit TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). This testing requirement may be waived for applicants who have earned an academic degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in the U.S. or those who have passed level 109 at an ELS Language Center. (See the ELS website: www.els.com/ for information on international ELS centers.)
The Knox TOEFL code is 5382. Enter this code on your answer sheet when you take the exam. You can also enter the code on the Score Report Request Form for tests taken less than one years ago. Knox does not accept TOEFL scores more than one year old. For registration and test-site information, call or write: TOEFL/TWE Services, P.O. Box 6151, Princeton, NJ 08541-6151, USA or Phone: 609-882-6601 or see the websitewww.toeflgoanywhere.org.
The Admissions Office must receive the following items no later than three months prior to your expected date of entry:
Reminder: Federal regulations do not permit non immigrant aliens to work off-campus in the United States except under extraordinary circumstances. Spouses and children of an F-1 student may not accept employment under any circumstances.
7. Original affidavit letter of support and a Bank Letter of Deposit from any individual or organization providing support (dated no earlier than six months from the date you wish to begin your studies). You are likely to need this documentation to prove to the U.S. Consular Officials and U.S. Immigration that you have sufficient funds. It is suggested that you request two originals of all documents for this purpose (send one to Knox and keep one for your use).
Note: International students currently in the U.S. must also provide the following documents:
Within one month of receiving your documents, Knox will notify you by letter advising you of the status of your admission.
Upon review of the completed Statement of Financial Resources and supporting documents we will mail you the 1-20 form. (The student is responsible for the shipping fee which must be paid in advance.)
You will need to take the following documents to the local consulate:
You may be required to demonstrate that you have comprehensive health and accident insurance for yourself and your family. We recommend that you obtain insurance coverage that will cover you during your trip and your time in the United States.
You should check with your local consulate before you go, to see if there are any additional documents they will need you to provide.
You are expected to arrive in Fort Lauderdale no later then the “report date” on your 1-20. Bring your visa documents and passport for yourself, and if applicable, passports for your spouse and your dependents to the Resistrar’s Office so you can complete your enrollment and register for your courses.
As a reminder, it is very important to keep your visa, the I-20, and the I-94 together with your passport. These documents work together to provide valid proof of your legal entry into the United States.
If you have questions please contact us:
Phone: 954.771.0376 Fax: 954.351.3343
E-mail: admissions@knoxseminary.edu
Office hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.
The following figures are estimated costs for a calendar year (12 months) and are subject to increase without notice. You are required to certify that you will have, readily available, the estimated sum covering your expenses for your first year at Knox (exclusive of travel expenses) and pledges of support for your remaining years of study.
*Note: A proportionately larger amount must be certified if you plan to bring your spouse and dependent children (add $3,000 per each dependent child).
All documentation must be submitted in English or accompanied by an official translation. Bank letters should have amounts expressed in U.S. dollars or have the current exchange rate.
Letter from an officer of the bank or other financial institution in which he or she has deposits giving the following details: date account opened, total amount deposited for the last year, and present balance. All letters must be originals (no photocopies) and dated no more than six months prior to the intended date of entry.
Each family member, relative, and sponsor who plans to support you financially must provide:
1. Letter from an officer of the bank or other financial institution in which he or she has deposits giving the following details: date account opened, total amount deposited for the last year, and present balance. All letters must be originals (no photocopies) and dated no more than six months prior to the intended date of entry.
2. Official affidavit of support that specifies the amount of support and the number of years that they will provide support.
1. Official award letter from the government or employer giving the following details: Name of the applicant, the amount of money available for each year of study, the duration of the award (including beginning and ending dates), the requirements of the award, the degree for which the award is tenable, and the name of Knox Theological Seminary as the institution to which the award is applicable.
2. Letter from an officer of the bank or other financial institution in which they have deposits giving the following details: date account opened, total amount deposited for the last year, and present balance. All letters must be originals (no photocopies) and dated no more than six months prior to the intended date of entry.
Official letter from credit institution indicating approval of the loan and the amount approved.
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