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"What I find most interesting as a teacher is the variety of students in classes. I look forward each year to working with unique individuals and to the challenge of effectively communicating with all students."

Suzahne Riendeau,
Alum and Faculty

International Students

International applicants are encouraged to begin the application process at least six months prior to the final application deadline.

In addition to meeting the general requirements for admission, international applicants must also meet the following additional requirements:

  • Official transcripts of the applicant’s academic record, including course titles and grades, with English translations validated by an official educational translation service, must be sent to the Admissions Department. The official translation and evaluation must clearly indicate hours and credits of courses, and that the education is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree.  Organizations providing recognized translation and transcript evaluation service include: Center for Education Documentation and World Evaluation Services.
  • Evidence that the applicant has completed an undergraduate education must be submitted. Acceptable evidence includes copies of diplomas or certificates.
  • Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English. NESA requires a minimum score of 550 (on the paper-based exam) or 213 (on the computer-based exam) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and a minimum score of 45 on the Test of Spoken English (TSE). This requirement may be waived if the applicant has received a degree in the U.S. and demonstrates language proficiency during the admissions interview.
  • NESA will issue a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SEVIS Form I-20 to international students who are accepted into the program, and who have provided NESA with evidence (notarized bank statement or letter) of financial support for at least the first year of study and living expenses in the United States. Each student issued an initial Form I-20 is required and responsible to pay a SEVIS I-901 fee ($200.00), which is paid to SEVP (Student Exchange Visitor Program) and mandated by Congress. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain an F1 Visa to study in the U.S.