常见问题 F-1学生信息

我是一名国际学生.  How do I apply to 杰克逊维尔大学?

请参考t他一步一步页 for the undergraduate application process.

 

Does 杰克逊维尔大学 provide ​scholarships to international students?
High achieving international students are eligible for partial academic merit scholarships based on their academic 能力. Talent based scholarships may also be awarded on a highly selective basis to top performing fine arts students.

 

Do I have to take the SAT or ACT?

No, the SAT and the ACT are both optional. You do not have to take either one for 入读JU. However, scores from either test may be accepted as a way to prove 英语水平. and 入学 to our Honors Program, University Scholars Program, and Freshman Nursing Program requires a certain threshold of said scores.

 

English is not my first language.  How can I prove English proficiency for general 入学?

请参阅本页 英语水平.

 

我怎样寄成绩单?

Your school counselor should email all transcripts to documents@syria-events.com. If it must be mailed, please address it as follows:

杰克逊维尔大学

收件人：招生办

大学路2800号. N.

Jacksonville, FL, USA 32211-3321

 

Do I need 国际评价 of my coursework?

学生 who have attended a college or university in another country are required 要完成一个 对外信用评价.  Please have your evaluation sent directly to 杰克逊维尔大学 from the evaluation 机构. A-level examinations, or baccalaureate examinations should consider requesting 国际评价.  Some college credit may be awarded.

 

How do I get an F-1 visa to study in the United States?

学生 who wish to enter the United States for the purposes of education must obtain a student visa before entering the country.  To obtain an F-1 visa, students must first qualify for an Form I-20 from a United States college or university.  在那里 are two steps to qualifying for an Form I-20 from 杰克逊维尔大学.  学生 will first need to be accepted to 杰克逊维尔大学 based on their academic 能力.  学生 must then provide documentation that they are able to pay for their expenses while studying in the United States.

 

What type of financial documentation can be provided for the purposes of the Form I-20?

For the purposes of the Form I-20, 杰克逊维尔大学 requires that students provide original documentation showing that they can finance the first year of expenses including tuition, room, board, living expenses, transportation and health insurance.  A confidential financial statement will be provided by all international applicants 为此目的.  An original bank letter that is stamped and signed by a bank official 也可以接受.  Statements of credit, non-liquid assets, and estimates are 不可接受的.  If the applicant plans to finance his or her education through a parent or sponsor, a statement of support will be required.

我的I-20什么时候能寄出去?

Once you choose to accept 杰克逊维尔大学’s offer of 入学​ and your financial documentation is deemed to be sufficient, you will be a copy of your Form I-20 will 将通过电子邮件发给您审阅.

 

我有我的I-20表格.  我如何获得签证?

After you have received your Form I-20, your next step is to register in SEVIS (Student and Exchange 访问or Information System) and pay the SEVIS费用.  Please be sure to print your receipt of payment.  然后，您应该完成 政府形式 DS-160.  Pay your application fee and make an appointment for a visa interview at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country.  Bring your Form I-20 and financial documentation with you to your appointment along with a passport that will be valid for at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the U.S. 

 

Will I be able to work in the United States?

国际 students on an F-1 Visa are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours on 校园. 学生 must apply, interview, and be hired, so employment is not guaranteed.

国际 students may also qualify for a year of practical training employment 毕业后.  All employment must be documented and approved through SEVIS.