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Important procedures that will save you time and trouble

The International Admissions staff wants to ensure that your application to Gannon University is complete and that all documents are submitted. To do this, you will need to submit the following documents.

All applicants must:

Step 1: Submit an Application

Download a copy of either the Undergraduate International Admissions Application or the Graduate International Admissions Application.

Step 2: Pay Application Fee

The non-refundable application fee of $25.00 drawn on a prime U.S. bank or international money order made payable to "Gannon University". To pay by credit card complete the appropriate area on Gannon's International Admissions application.

Step 3: Submit Evidence of English-language Proficiency

Evidence of English-language proficiency for academic purposes for students whose native language is not English and who want to begin their course work for their degree upon arrival. The following assessments are accepted by Gannon for this purpose: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores of 550 (paper test), 213 (computer test) or 79(iBT); ELS Language Center level 112, or a minimum IELTS band score of 6.0 in lieu of TOEFL. Students whose native language is not English and who do not submit evidence of a minimal proficiency in English will be tested for proficiency upon arrival and placed, if necessary, into Gannon’s on-campus English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) program.

Step 4: Affidavit of Support Form

Submit the affidavit of support form which is required for verification of financial resources in order to issue the I-20. For more information click Affidavit of Support Form requirements. Gannon University will accept the following for financial proof:

Original bank statements verifying account balances (from either U.S. or foreign banking institutions). The funds must be shown in U.S. dollars. Receipts from automatic teller machines do not constitute bank statements.
Original letters from bank officials written in English on bank letterhead verifying the account holder, account number and current balance in U.S. dollars.
Original letters from employers written in English on official letterhead verifying the name and annual salary of the employee and indicating continued employment.

If the documentation provided is not in the student’s name, it must be accompanied by an original signed letter from the account holder or employee promising to support you financially and verifying that the documented funds are allocated for that purpose.

Photocopies are not acceptable forms of financial proof. The Admissions Office must retain originals in your file.

Step 5: International Transfer Application

The International Transfer Application is required of all international students who are transferring to Gannon from another college, university, or ESL center in the United States.

Additional Information Required

Applicants for undergraduate study

Official copies of academic records from each secondary/high school attended accompanied by official, literal English translations.
Statement of Purpose. This statement should include information concerning your life and specific purpose for applying to Gannon.
One letter of recommendation.

Applicants for graduate study

Official copies of academic records from each college/university attended, accompanied by official English translations.
Three letters of recommendation must be forwarded for all degree-seeking applicants. Letters should be submitted by individuals who are familiar with the student's academic and professional background.
Official test report of graduate entrance exam (i.e. GRE, GMAT, or MAT) scores must be submitted by all degree-seeking students when required by your program (please refer to your program's Fact Sheet to determine if this is a requirement). Non-degree students are not required to submit test scores.

Transfer applicants

Official transcripts from every college or university attended accompanied by official English translations.
English translations of all course descriptions or syllabi for all courses taken.
For international students who transfer from a college or university in the United States: Complete the Transfer Applicant Evaluation Form and submit it to the Dean of Students at all colleges or universities previously attended. Receipt of this form is required in order to complete final registration.
International students who have completed less than a full academic year of college (at least 30 semester hours) must also request official transcripts from their secondary/high schools.

Program Specific Requirements:

Applicants for the Master of Science in Community Counseling must submit a 250 word essay explaining why they chose the Community Counseling program and what they intend to do with the degree; complete an interview with the director of the program. A phone interview may be scheduled by calling Dr. David Tobin at (814)871-7537.

Applicants to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program must contact the Office of Graduate Studies graduate@gannon.edu for a Physical Therapy application packet or download the DPT Application. Do not use the international application.

All transcripts, credentials, and documents become the property of Gannon University and cannot be returned or forwarded to a third party.