International Applicants

In addition to the application listing for domestic applicants, all international applicants should follow the procedures
listed below in order to complete the Pace University application process.

An international student is defined as any student studying at Pace University who is neither a U.S.
Citizen nor a U.S. Permanent Resident.

1. Submit all official transcripts, diplomas, and leaving examination scores from secondary schools
and postsecondary institutions. Transcripts are considered official only if they are sent directly to
Pace University from the educational institution of origin or are certified as true copies by the student’s
Ministry of Education or a U.S. consular office. Photocopies, facsimiles, and notarized copies
of academic records are not considered to be official and will not be accepted. Academic records
issued in a language other than English are required to be translated and attested to by the institution
of origin or a Pace-approved translation agency.

2. In order to have transfer credits evaluated, transfer applicants must submit course descriptions
and degree requirements in English from each postsecondary school attended.

3. Students who graduated from high school in a country where English is not the official language and
for whom English is not their first language must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) that are no more than
two years old. In general, a TOEFL score of 570 (paper-based version), 230 (computer-based version),
88/89 (Internet-based version), or an IELTS score of 6.5 is sufficient to demonstrate the requisite
proficiency in English for admission directly into Pace University’s academic programs. The Admission
Committee may require additional testing if materials submitted as part of your application raise
concerns about your ability to read, write, or speak English sufficiently to meet the demands of your
intended program of study. In such a case, or if your TOEFL or IELTS score is below the stated
guidelines, your admission will be conditional upon successful completion of an intensive English
language program at the Pace University English Language Institute (ELI) or a similar program
approved by Pace University’s ELI. Official test scores should be sent directly to the Pace University
Application Processing Center.

The TOEFL code for Pace University, Westchester campus in Pleasantville is 2685, and 2635 for
New York City campus.

All accepted students are required to take University Placement Exams prior to registration.
Students may be restricted to intensive English course work for at least one semester, which may
extend the length of time and cost of completing a degree.


I-20 PROCESS

1.) To receive a Form I-20 from Pace University for obtaining a student (F-I) visa, the applicant must
demonstrate that he or she has sufficient funds available to pay for tuition and living expenses for
at least one year of study in the United States. Students must provide evidence of additional
financial support of $10,000 per year for a spouse and/or child who accompanies them to the
United States.

2.) Applicants who will require a student visa (F-1) must submit the 2010-11 Financial Affidavit for
International Students which can be found by visiting the downloadable forms page. It is recommended that the Financial Affidavit be submitted with the application for admission, along with a copy of your passport.

All monies pledged on the Pace University Financial Affidavit for International Students Form must be
verified by the following:

  • A letter from a bank on bank letterhead indicating the date, account number, account holder’s name and amount on deposit in U.S. dollars. The letter must include the signature of a bank official.
  • Bank statements for the last six months showing regular deposits, owner's name, and current balance greater than the amount listed on the Financial Affidavit.
  • Income tax returns with most recent pay stub
  • Pay stubs for the last six months
  • Proof of government or employer sponsorship

If the applicant is currently in the United States on a F-1 visa:

Applicants for admission to Pace University are considered in terms of past achievement and future
promise. The Admission Committee considers the record of each applicant individually. Academic
achievement is the primary factor for admission to Pace, but qualities such as motivation, creativity,
and community involvement are also considered in evaluating the applicant.

Note: In order to complete the process for the Form I-20, students must submit
a permanent home address outside the United States in the “Permanent
Address” section of the application.

All requirements are subject to change at any time.