International Students

To be considered for admission as an international student, applicants must not be:

    •   U.S. Citizens, or
    •   Permanent legal U.S. Residents

If you are a U.S. Citizen, even if you are currently living outside the U.S., or if you are not a U.S. Citizen but a permanent legal U.S. Resident, you do not qualify as an international student.

Important Details

• Grace College accepts international applicants only for entrance in the fall semester.

• Applicants must have at least a high school degree or the equivalent.

• Applicants must demonstrate financial resources to enroll.

• Application materials must be postmarked by March 1 prior to fall enrollment.

• As a Christian college, Grace College requires that all applicants profess faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.

How To Apply

1.    Complete the online application for admission and submit.

2.    Download the appropriate forms using the links below.  Instructions for
       completing and submitting each form also appear below.

NOTE:  Grace College's $30 application fee is waived for international students.

Click here to download all of the forms you will need.

School Reference & Transcripts Request

All Grace College applicants must submit official high school transcripts (and university transcripts for transfer applicants).  The transcripts must come directly from your high school and/or university.  Complete the top portion of the Reference & Transcripts Request Form for International Students.  Send it to your high school principal or counselor, who will complete the remainder of the form and submit it directly to the Grace College Admissions Office, along with your official transcripts.  If you have attended another university, you will need to follow the same procedure with the Reference and Transcripts Request for International Transfer Students.  If you have attended more than one other university, you will need to make copies of the form and send a copy to each university you have attended.   The form is to be completed by the Registrar and returned with a copy of your official transcripts directly to the Grace College Admissions Office.

Spiritual Life Reference

All Grace College applicants must complete and submit a spiritual life reference.  Complete the top portion of the Spiritual Life Reference Form and forward it to your pastor, youth pastor, or spiritual mentor who is not a relative.  This person will complete the remainder of the form and return it directly to the Grace College Admissions Office.  

Declaration of Financial Support

All Grace College international applicants must submit a notarized Declaration of Financial Support Form demonstrating financial resources to enroll.  International students are considered for academic scholarships, but are expected to contribute a portion of annual college expenses.  International applicants are automatically considered for academic scholarships and notified when admission is granted.

SAT/ACT/TOEFL Scores

All applicants must submit an official copy of either SAT or ACT scores (TOEFL required for non-English-speaking countries).  An official copy of your scores may be obtained from your school or by request from www.act.org or www.sat.org.  The Grace College code numbers are 1198 for the ACT or 1252 for the SAT.

Identification

A photograph of the applicant (approximately 2”x 3”) must be submitted to the Grace College Admissions Office to complete the application process.

Application Evaluation

Once you have submitted your application for admission and we have received your spiritual life reference, reference and transcript request form, declaration of financial support, official ACT, SAT, or TOEFL scores, and photo I.D., your application for admission to Grace College will be complete and will be evaluated by the Admissions Committee.  Grace College reserves the right to request additional information if needed in order to complete the evaluation. The Admissions Committee will provide notification regarding the status of your application.  If you have any questions, contact the Grace College Admissions Office at (574) 372-5100, Ext. 6008.

Application Deadlines for the Fall Term

Early Action (non-binding): Applications received by December 1.
Regular Admission: Applications received by March 1.

Issuing the I-20

To obtain the I-20 form (which is used to apply for the student visa), you must complete the full application process, be accepted to the college, and pay the enrollment deposit of U.S. $200 (which is credited to your student account) to reserve enrollment and on-campus housing.

Financial Assistance

It is critical to assess the cost of attending Grace College before beginning the application process:

• Although there is financial assistance available to international students, funds normally do not exceed 50 percent of a student's annual costs

• You must demonstrate educational funds available or from sponsor(s)

• You must be a full-time student during the academic year at Grace College

• Grace College cannot assist in finding sponsors

• All application materials must be complete, including the Declaration of Financial Support, before admission and financial assistance can be considered

Scholarship Assistance

Based on your acceptance to Grace College and academic credentials:

• High school grade point average–3.1 or above

• SAT–1000 or above (math and reading) or ACT–21 composite or above

• Class rank–top 40 percent or above

Direct Grace College Undergraduate Costs for 2006-2007

Questions

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at:

Grace College
Admissions Office
200 Seminary Drive
Winona Lake, Indiana 46590.
1-866-97-GRACE or 574.372.5100, ext 6003

Discrimination Policy

Grace College admits students of any race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.  Grace College does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by applicable federal laws and regulations.