International Students

Application Process

• US High School Transcript (if available)
• International High School Transcript Evaluation (Students who have completed high school outside the US must submit a transcript evaluation from a credential evaluation company is required. Transcript evaluations will be required for any time spent in an international school.)
  • A course-by-course transcript evaluation is highly recommended for first-time students. A course-by-course evaluation will give the university the most detailed information based on the courses the applicant has taken during high school. In addition to the course-by-course evaluation, a cumulative GPA is also required.
  • In some instances, multiple transcript evaluations are required before enrollment. For example, if you apply for admission prior to graduating from high school, you must submit an official final transcript evaluation showing completion of final requirements.
  • Evaluation must be completed by one of the following approved companies:
    
    • The Evaluation Company provides a discounted evaluation to all NGU students.
    • World Education Services
    • Educational Credential Evaluators
    • Josef Silny & Associates
• English Proficiency Exam
  • All new students are required to show English proficiency.
  • Tests/scores will only be accepted if they have been taken within the last 2 calendar years.
  • The following exams, along with the minimum score listed, are accepted at North Greenville.
    • SAT – Evidence Based Reading/Writing Section | Required sub score: 500
    • TOEFLiBT (Internet Based Test) | Required score: 75
    • IELTS Required score: 6.5 minimum band score; 6.5 minimum on each section
    • Duolingo | Required score: 100
    • ACT – English Section | Required sub score: 22

Application Process

In addition to the admissions application, the following documents are required for application completion:

• US High School Transcript (if available)
• International College Transcript Evaluation (for all college level work completed outside the US)
  • A Course by Course evaluation is required. 
  • The evaluation must also include a cumulative grade point average (GPA).
  • Evaluation must be completed by one of the following approved companies:
    • The Evaluation Company provides a discounted evaluation to all NGU students.
    • World Education Services
    • Educational Credential Evaluators
    • Josef Silny & Associates
  • If less than 12 hours of college work has been completed, a high school evaluation must also be supplied.
  • If less than 24 hours of college work has been completed, a high school evaluation must be supplied in order for the student to be considered for merit aid.
• All College Transcripts from schools attended in the US
• English proficiency is required unless you are a citizen and completed secondary school from one of the countries on our exempt list.
  • Transfer students can submit English Proficiency scores from an approved English proficiency exam OR transfer students must show at least 24 transfer hours taken AND at least 2 transferrable college-level English courses (passing with a C or better).
    • Tests/scores will only be accepted if they have been taken within the last 2 calendar years.
    • The following exams, along with the minimum score listed, are accepted at North Greenville.
      • SAT – Evidence Based Reading/Writing Section Required sub score: 500
      • TOEFLiBT (Internet Based Test) Required score: 75
      • IELTS Required score: 6.5 minimum band score; 6.5 minimum on each section
      • Duolingo Required score: 100
      • ACT – English Section Required sub score: 22

• Proof of financial support is required before North Greenville University can issue the I-20. All international students must show proof in writing, along with certified documents, that they have financial support before enrolling at the University.  

Information pertaining to Graduate international student admissions is listed below. Please review and contact the Graduate Admissions Office at 864.663.7522 with questions.

Key Points

• International Students are encouraged to begin studies in August with the Fall 1 term.  If you are considering another start date, please talk with your admissions counselor.
• International Student Application and Supporting Document deadline: May 1.

Additional Resources

• Financial Aid
• Tuition and Fees (Graduate)
• Academic Calendar

International Student Tuition and Fees

Before North Greenville University can process the I-20, you will be expected to provide financial documentation for tuition and fees for your first two semesters of study, in addition to living expenses.  You will also be required to show financial documentation when you go to your visa interview.

Tuition and fees vary by department and the information provided below is a general estimate and may be different than your program’s actual costs.  Living expenses are also estimated and may vary depending on your needs.

Tuition and Fees based on 24 credit hours per year:

Tuition: $9960 – $12,600

Books: $960

Technology Fee: $440

Housing: $9600

Food/personal expenses: $4000

Transportation: $2400

Total estimated expenses for 10 months and up to 24 credit hours:

$27,360 – $30,000