International Students

KSU feels that there is no substitute for the global enrichment provided by geographic, ethnic, racial, religious, and cultural diversity. The MSIT program welcomes international applicants to join approximately 780 international students representing 85 nations presently attend KSU.

International students should plan to have all documents in at least one month before the published deadline. Any questions related to the admission process, please contact the graduate college at ksugrad@kennesaw.edu.

As for now, F1 Visa can be only to students enrolled in MSIT and Gradaute Certificate in IT foundations program.

Click on the type of visa you hold or are requesting for admission requirements:

  • 1. Completed online Graduate Application for Admission to KSU.
    2. Non-refundable $60 application processing fee, payable to Kennesaw State University.
    3. Official transcripts from each college or university attended. Official transcripts are in a sealed envelope from the institution.
    4. Official Evaluation of all foreign transcripts is required. Transcripts must be evaluated by one of the following agencies. Evaluations
    must include course-by-course and a calculation of your GPA. The evaluation must come to us in a sealed envelope or electronically directly from the agency.

    A. Evaluation Service, Inc.
    B. Josef Silney & Associates, Inc.
    C. World Education Services (WES)
    D. SpanTran: The Evaluation Company, KSU Link for Request

    We recommend SpanTran as they are about half the cost of WES and have a 10 day turnaround time.  They can pay for a 5 day turnaround time as well.  WES usually takes 3 – 5 weeks unless they pay even more for a fast turnaround time.

    The agency can send evaluation eletronically or by mail. 

    • Electronic copy should be sent to ksugrad@kennesaw.edu.
    • Hard copy can be mailed to: Kennesaw State University Office of Graduate Admissions, 3391 Town Point Drive, MD 9109, Kennesaw, GA 30144

    If you are applying in your last semester of your undergraduate study, the applicant order an evaluation now and then again after they graduate to ensure that the graduate college can process their applications.  The applicants can and try to order a rush evaluation, however if it gets held up for any reason, the we will not be able to make a decision on their application.  If we receive one now, you can review and make a decision.  We can place a hold on the account blocking registration until the final one is here but at least they will have their decision.

    5. Test of English Proficiency.

    A. Applicants from the following countries are exempt from the English Language Proficiency requirement: Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Ghana, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tobago, Trinidad, United Kingdom, United States or Zimbabwe.

    B. Applicants who have graduated from a college or university in the United States accredited in a manner accepted by Kennesaw State University are exempt from the English Language Proficiency requirement.

    C. Applicants not exempt by A or B above can take either of the following tests:

    1). Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 
    Minimum required score: Internet version (iBT) - 80
    2). International English Language Testing System (IELTS)*
    Minimum required score: 6.5

    6. Copy of your Passport

    7. Prospective students who indicated on their application that they require a visa for study at KSU will be contacted shortly after admission about requesting an I-20 through the International Student and Scholar Services Office’s (ISSSO) iStart system. Please contact the ISSSO with any questions about this process.

    8. Additional documents as required by the specific program you are applying to.

    IMPORTANT: Online Programs are NOT eligible for F-1 Student Visa. Even though MSIT program can be completed fully online, you'll qualify for an F-1 visa only if you choose to study on campus

    Send your documents in a complete package to:

    Office of Graduate Admissions 
    Kennesaw State University 
    3391 Town Point Road, MD 9109
    Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591

  • 1. Completed online Graduate Application for Admission to KSU.
    2. Non-refundable $60 application processing fee, payable to Kennesaw State University.
    3. Official transcripts from each college or university attended. Official transcripts are in a sealed envelope
    from the institution.
    4. Official Evaluation of all foreign transcripts is required. Transcripts may be evaluated by one of the following agencies. Evaluations
    must include course-by-course and a calculation of your GPA. The evaluation must come
    to us in a sealed envelope or electronically directly from the agency.

    A. Evaluation Service, Inc.
    B. Josef Silney & Associates, Inc.
    C. World Education Services (WES)
    D. SpanTran: The Evaluation Company, KSU Link for Request

    5. Test of English Proficiency.

    A. Applicants from the following countries are exempt from the English Language Proficiency
    requirement: Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Ghana, Guyana,
    Ireland, Jamaica, Liberia, New Zealand, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tobago, Trinidad,
    The United Kingdom, the United States or Zimbabwe.
    B. Applicants who have graduated from a college or university in the United States
    accredited in a manner accepted by Kennesaw State University are exempt from the English
    Language Proficiency requirement.
    C. Applicants not exempt by A or B above can take either of the following tests:

    1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)  
    Minimum required score:  Internet version (iBT) - 80
    2. International English Language Testing System (IELTS)*
    Minimum required score: 6.5

    6. Copy of your Passport
    7.  Copy of your Visa

    Additional documents as required by the specific program you are applying to.

    Send your documents in a complete package to:

    Office of Graduate Admissions 
    Kennesaw State University 
    3391 Town Point Road, MD 9109
    Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591

  • 1. Completed online Graduate Application for Admission to KSU.
    2. Non-refundable $60 application processing fee, payable to Kennesaw State University.
    3. Official transcripts from each college or university attended. Official transcripts
    are in a sealed envelope from the institution.
    4. Official Evaluation of all foreign transcripts is required. Transcripts may be
    evaluated by one of the following agencies. Evaluations must include course-by-course
    and a calculation of your GPA. The evaluation must come to us in a sealed envelope
    or electronically directly from the agency.

    A. Evaluation Service, Inc.
    B. Josef Silney & Associates, Inc.
    C. World Education Services (WES)
    D. SpanTran: The Evaluation Company; KSU Link for Request

    5. Test of English Proficiency.

    A. Applicants from the following countries are exempt from the English Language Proficiency
    requirement: Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Ghana, Guyana,
    Ireland, Jamaica, Liberia, New Zealand, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tobago, Trinidad,
    The United Kingdom, the United States or Zimbabwe.

    B. Applicants who have graduated from a college or university in the United States
    accredited in a manner accepted by Kennesaw State University are exempt from the English
    Language Proficiency requirement.

    C. Applicants not exempt by A or B above can take either of the following tests:

    1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)  
    Minimum required score:  Internet version (iBT) - 80
    2. International English Language Testing System (IELTS)*
    Minimum required score: 6 .5

    6. Copy of your Passport
    7.  Copy of your Visa
    8. Additional documents as required by the specific program you are applying to.

    Send your documents in a complete package to:

    Office of Graduate Admissions 
    Kennesaw State University 
    3391 Town Point Road, MD 9109
    Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591

  • If you have a non-immigrant visa other than F-1, J-1, or H-1B (such as L, E, A, K,
    B, etc.), please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions so an admissions officer
    can determine your admission requirements and enrollment eligibility.

  • 1.  Completed online Graduate Application for Admission to KSU.
    2. Non-refundable $60 application processing fee, payable to Kennesaw State University.
    3. Official transcripts from each college or university attended. Official transcripts are in a sealed envelope
    from the institution.
    4. Official Evaluation of all foreign transcripts is required. Transcripts may be evaluated by one of the following agencies. Evaluations
    must include course-by-course and a calculation of your GPA. The evaluation must come
    to us in a sealed envelope or electronically directly from the agency.

    A. Evaluation Service, Inc.
    B. Josef Silney & Associates, Inc.
    C. World Education Services (WES)
    D SpanTran: The Evaluation Company; KSU Link for Request

    5. Test of English Proficiency.

    A. Applicants from the following countries are exempt from the English Language Proficiency
    requirement: Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Ghana, Guyana,
    Ireland, Jamaica, Liberia, New Zealand, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tobago, Trinidad,
    The United Kingdom, the United States or Zimbabwe.
    B. Applicants who have graduated from a college or university in the United States
    accredited in a manner accepted by Kennesaw State University are exempt from the English
    Language Proficiency requirement.
    C. Applicants not exempt by A or B above can take either of the following tests:

    1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 
    Minimum required score:  Internet version (iBT) - 80
    2. International English Language Testing System (IELTS)*
    Minimum required score: 6.5

    6. Copy of your Resident Alien Card (Green Card)
    7. Additional documents as required by the specific program you are applying to.

    Send your documents in a complete package to:

    Office of Graduate Admissions 
    Kennesaw State University 
    3391 Town Point Road, MD 9109
    Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591

  • Under certain circumstances, international applicants to the Graduate College may request a waiver for the TOEFL or IELTS when applying for admission. Check out TOEFL/IELTS Waiver Policy and how to apply for the Waiver.

*IELTS is jointly owned by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia, and the University
of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.

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