International Students & Scholars
International Education provides opportunities to foreign students interested in earning college credits in the United States. We believe that the best way to enrich our community is not only by sending our students abroad, but also by welcoming the international community to our campuses in New Jersey.
All non immigrant visa holders (this includes F's and J's) regardless of NJ residency are charged out-of-state tuition and fees. To view a list of the fees, please visit Tuition and Fees.
Have You Applied to Kean University Yet?
The first step in the Kean University F-1 Student process is to apply to the Kean Admissions Office.
To learn more about the application process and required documentation, please visit our Admissions website.
Once students are accepted to Kean University, they can then begin the post-acceptance process.
As an admitted international student, you will be required to hold a student visa to study in the U.S. Upon acceptance to Kean, you must provide all immigration documents, along with your tuition deposit, before Kean University can issue your I-20 document which can be used to obtain your F-1 visa.
Prospective F-1 and J-1 Students
Please email us at cis@kean.edu to receive guidance on your status including application forms for your F-1 or J-1 status.
*If you are interested in becoming an international scholar at Kean University please email us at cis@kean.edu as well as your hosting academic department prior to obtaining an application for a DS-2019.
We continue to send important updates pertaining to your F-1/J-1 status via email as we receive guidance from SEVP (Student and Exchange Visitor Program), please make sure to continue checking your Kean University email.
Post-Acceptance Process
Please complete the International Student I-20 Application and also include the following:
- Sponsor's bank statements translated into U.S. dollars ($)
- Sponsor's proof of income (Copy of pay stub or employment letter or local government taxes)
- Photocopy of passport (photo and biographical information)
- Transfer students: If you are transferring from another U.S. Institution, you will also need to complete an I-20 Release Form
The following documents must also be submitted if you currently, or have previously, held an F-1 visa:
- Photocopy of most recent U.S. visa
- Photocopy of I-94 (front & back)
- Request for F-1 Status Transfer Information (if transferring from another U.S. school)
- Photocopy of all previous I-20 forms
For additional information and forms relating to requirements needed to obtain an F-1 student visa, click here. For additional information regarding International Student Orientation and your Immigration Documents, email cis@kean.edu or call the Center for International Studies at (908) 737-0350.
Contact Information
If you are an international student in need of assistance, or if you need information on
study abroad opportunities, studying at Wenzhou-Kean University, or a Travelearn
opportunity please contact:
Michael Laffey, Director
Phone: (908) 737-0356
Email: mlaffey@kean.edu