Policy Governing Transfer of Students Who Hold
Associate Degrees Awarded by Publicly
Supported Two-Year Colleges in Pennsylvania
1.
Since the completion of an associate degree demonstrates a stu-
dent's motivation to complete a baccalaureate degree, preference
for admission to state universities should be given to applicants
who have completed said degree.
2.
A transfer student who has completed a two-year degree program
should normally expect to complete a baccalaureate program in two
additional years. In certain specialized programs of the receiving
institution a longer period may be necessary.
3.
The "D" grade obtained by two-year college students should be
treated by the senior institution in the same manner as the senior
institution treats the "D" grades of its indigenous students.
4.
Secondary school transcripts as well as test scores, should be con-
sidered as a guidance tool and not a determinant of transfer to the
four-year institution. The awarding of the associate degree is con-
sidered to have satisfied the high school graduation requirements.
Second Degree Students
Persons who have earned a degree from another institution of college
rank should follow the admission procedures outlined above for transfer
students.
Persons who have previously completed an earned undergraduate degree
at Edinboro University should initiate admission procedures for a second
degree with the Reinstatement Officer in the Office of Records and
Registration. Persons who have earned a graduate degree at Edinboro
University who now wish to enroll in undergraduate degree courses,
should contact the Edinboro Undergraduate Admissions Office for
enrollment information and procedures.
International Admissions
General Information
Prior to the formal admission of an international student to Edinboro
University of Pennsylvania, U.S. Immigration and Naturalization
Service regulations require the University to determine that the student
will have sufficient funds to support all educational and living costs.
To be considered for admission international students must demonstrate
adequate funds to pay for one academic year. Current immigration reg-
ulations do not permit persons holding student (F) or exchange visitor (J)
visas to work, except under conditions of demonstrated economic neces-
sity.
If an international student would like to bring a spouse and/or children,
a proportionately larger amount of funds must be certified for their liv-
ing expenses.
All applicants will likely need documentation to prove to the United
States consular official that they have sufficient funds. We suggest,
therefore, that copies of all documents be retained for this purpose by the
applicant.
A Form I-20 (F-1) or Form IAP-66 (J-1) (for obtaining a visa) cannot
be issued until the Admissions Office of Edinboro University has con-
firmed admission based on academic preparation, financial clearance,
and English proficiency.
The following steps are necessary for completion of an international
application for admission to Edinboro University.
1.
APPLICATION FORM. The application should be mailed to the
Undergraduate Admissions Office, Edinboro University of
Pennsylvania, Edinboro, Pennsylvania 16444 U.S.A. In order to
process applications in a timely fashion, students should submit all
requested information by JULY 1 for the fall semester, NOVEM-
BER 20 for the spring semester, and APRIL 15 for the summer ses-
sion.
2.
TRANSCRIPTS. All transcripts should be requested from second-
ary school(s) and forwarded directly from the school to the
Admissions Office. These records must be translated to English and
must demonstrate fulfillment of all graduation requirements, which
would be the equivalent of the first 12 years of American education.
Students from countries where English is not the official language
or medium of instruction must have their TOEFL scores sent by
ETS (Educational Testing Service) to Edinboro University
Admissions Office. If the TOEFL exam is unavailable in a partic-
ular country, students must submit alternative documentation to
prove English language proficiency. The TOEFL institutional code
number for Edinboro is 2651. As of the publication date of this cat-
alog, the minimum TOEFL score for admission is 500 (paper exam-
ination) or 173 (computer based).
3.
OFFICIAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT. The affidavit of support
must be received from all students in order to issue a visa document
to enter the United States. Edinboro University must be assured that
students will have sufficient funds available to meet all tuition and
living expenses. The affidavit of support, accompanied by the spon-
sor's certified bank statement, should be returned to the Admissions
Office.
4.
APPLICATION FEE. An application fee of $25.00 must accom-
pany all applications. Please make money orders payable to: EDIN-
BORO UNIVERSITY.
Upon enrollment, a report of medical history is required.
Instructions for International Transfer
Students
1.
CLASSIFICATION. Students who have been enrolled in any col-
lege or university other than Edinboro since secondary school grad-
uation, regardless of length of time attended, are classified as
transfer students.
2.
TRANSCRIPTS. a) Official secondary school transcripts MUST
be submitted to the Admissions Office at Edinboro University. b)
Students who have attended a college or university not located in
the United States MUST contact World Education Services
(www.wes.org) to have an evaluation of courses and credits com-
pleted. Notify WES at the time of application that you have applied
to Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. c) Students who have
attended a college or university in the United States must have
those official transcripts sent directly to the Admissions Office at
Edinboro University.
3.
VISA CLEARANCE FORM. If students are currently enrolled in
school in the United States, a visa clearance form will be mailed to
the current U.S. institution. It must be completed by the foreign stu-
dent advisor or designated school official. This document will attest
to the students legal status with the U.S. Immigration and
Naturalization Service and this document must be completed prior
to admission at Edinboro University.
NOTE: All documents submitted to the University on behalf of a stu-
dent's request for admission become the property of Edinboro
University and cannot be returned.
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