International Students
Boise State welcomes students from around the world and values the diversity that international students bring to campus. A vibrant international student population translates to a stronger multicultural experience for all students.
Boise State University is located in the state capital of Idaho, a dynamic western city of over 200,000 in a metropolitan area of 587,000. Boise has all the advantages of a big city such as good medical services, entertainment and transportation, without the big-city worries of high crime and pollution. English is the predominant language spoken and the cultural experience is truly American.
There are over 200 programs of study at Boise State University, with both undergraduate and graduate options for international students
Who are International Applicants?
A Foreign national who holds, or intends to hold temporary, non-immigrant visa/status in the USA, such as F-1, H-4, L-2, etc. or is a ‘pending’ permanent resident (application for permanent resident status to BCIS is submitted but not yet adjudicated) in the USA is considered International for admissions purposes.
US citizens, US permanent residents, political asylees or refugees are considered domestic applicants for "admissions" purposes. Persons who hold dual citizenship with the US and another country should submit a domestic student application.
Application Deadlines (all application materials must be received by the deadline date):
- Fall 2012 semester (August start): May 15
- Spring 2013 semester (January start): October 15
How to Apply for Admission
Use the checklists below for the required documents and other necessary information that you must submit for admission to Boise State University:
Admissions Checklists
Undergraduate Students
- Online International Undergraduate Application or Printable International Undergraduate Application
- 85 USD Nonrefundable, one-time application fee (See instructions to pay online)
- TOEFL or IELTS Score Results (Our school code is 4018)
- Official Transcripts or Marksheets
- Financial Form and Bank Verification
- Photocopy of the page in your passport that shows your full name
Boise State University offers many scholarships for outstanding freshmen and transfer students as they pursue academic excellence. We offer nonresident tuition assistance scholarships for international students. To be eligible for these scholarships, international students must have the equivalent of a minimum cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.00 and submit all application materials to the International Admissions Office by February 15th for admission for the following fall semester. If applicable, submit the Supplemental Scholarship Form or other departmental or college applications.
In addition to Boise State University nonresident tuition assistance scholarships, Boise State University also offers a scholarship especially for international students. Selection is made each spring for the following fall semester. The application deadline for Fall 2011 has passed. Please check back in January for the Fall 2012 application.
Please visit the Boise State University Financial Aid and Scholarships Office web site for more scholarship information.
Graduate Students
- Online International Graduate Application or Printable International Graduate Application
- 85 USD Nonrefundable, one-time application fee (See instructions to pay online)
- TOEFL or IELTS Score Results (Our school code is 4018.)
- Official Transcripts or Marksheets and Official Proof of Degree
- Financial Form and Bank Verification
- GRE/GMAT Score Results (Our school code is 4018)
Transfer Students
(Students Currently Attending a U.S. University)
Please submit all undergraduate or graduate admission requirements plus the following documents:
- Copy of your current I-20, visa, and I-94
- Transfer Form filled out by your current school's International Student Advisor
English Proficiency
Boise State University requires international students to demonstrate English language proficiency for admission.
Proficiency Options
The following options are available for demonstrating Engish language proficiency, as long as completed within the last two years*:
| Undergraduate | Graduate | Graduate (College of Engineering, College of Business & Economics, Departments of Special Education & Childhood Studies) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL (paper-based) | 500 | 550 | 587 |
| TOEFL (internet-based) | 61 | 80 | 95 |
| IELTS | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| SAT (critical reading section) | 450 | not applicable | not applicable |
| ACT (English section) | 18 | not applicable | not applicable |
| English 101 Introduction to College Writing equivalent from a regionally-accredited US institution | grade of C- | not applicable | not applicable |
| Bachelor's or Master's degree from a regionally-accredited US institution | Successful completion | Successful completion | Successful completion |
* You may be exempt from the English proficiency requirement if you are a native English speaker or if English is your first language. Examples of countries where students may be from include (but are not limited to): Australia, the British Caribbean, Canada (English-speaking provinces only), Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Please contact the International Student Admissions Office for further information.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
PO Box 6154
Princeton, NJ 08541-6154 USA
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
100 East Corson Street Suite 200
Pasadena, CA 91103 USA
ACT
PO Box 451
Iowa City, IA 52243 USA
SAT
PO Box 025505
Miami, FL 33102 USA
Note: If you have a TOEFL score of at least 450/46, or an IELTS score of 4.5, you can be granted admission as a language bridge student to Boise State University, but must first enroll in the Intensive English Program.
Intensive English Program
Boise State University has an excellent Intensive English Program designed to help students improve their English skills and succeed in higher education. For more information about this program, please visit the Intensive English Program web site.
Financial Information
You are required to provide proof that you, your family, or a sponsor will have the financial resources to support you while you are a student at Boise State University.
Cost of Attendance
The following costs are for the 2011/2012 academic year, which is in session from mid-August to mid-May. The costs usually increase between 3-10 percent per academic year. The estimated costs are for the full academic year and are subject to change at any time.
| International Undergraduate (full time) | International Graduate (full time) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Semester | Full Year | One Semester | Full Year | |
| Tuition & Fees | $7,983.00 | $15,966.00 | $8,478.00 | $16,956.00 |
| Health Insurance | $811.00 | $1,622.00 | $811.00 | $1,622.00 |
| Books & Supplies | $600.00 | $1,200.00 | $600.00 | $1,200.00 |
| Room & Board | $3,638.00 | $7,276.00 | $3,638.00 | $7,276.00 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,750.00 | $5,500.00 | $2,750.00 | $5,500.00 |
| TOTAL | $15,782.00 | $31,564.00 | $16,277.00 | $32,554.00 |
Financial Documentation
If you are currently in the United States with a visa other than a student visa and plan to become a student on a student visa, you must also provide this proof of financial support.
The financial documentation form lists the estimate of annual expenses for international students at either the graduate or undergraduate level. You must list on this form the funds you have that are sufficient to cover the estimated expenses. If the funds are in your name, indicate this and sign the bottom of the form. If the funds are in the name of a parent or sponsor, he or she must read and sign the sponsor certification section located on the financial documentation form. If you are currently in the United States with a visa classification other than a student visa, financial documentation is not required.
Testing Information
You can get more information and register for the SAT tests online at www.collegeboard.org, the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) at www.ets.org/toefl, and the ACT at www.act.org.
Additional Resources
Use these additional resources during your transition to Boise State University.
EducationUSA
EducationUSA centers are the U.S. State Department‘s network of over 400 advising centers in 170 countries designed to assist local students find the appropriate college or university in the United States. Click on the link below to find your center!
Study in the States
Study in the States is a comprehensive website designed by the Department of Homeland Security for international students. It outlines the visa process for students, as well as provides guidance for students to maintain their visa status.