Graduate Application Guide
International graduate students need to prepare complete academic, financial, and personal documents to complete the application process to Arkansas State University. Below are the basic steps to follow so you can prepare correctly from the start.
Application roadmap for international graduate students
International graduate students should follow the steps below to ensure their application is complete, meets all requirements, and is easier to process during review.
10 steps to prepare your application
Meet the admission requirements
Review the admission requirements to make sure you qualify for the program.
Complete the international student application
Fill out the International Student Application Form and be sure to enter the agent code: VNI to receive preferential tuition policies for Vietnamese students.
International Student Application Form >>
Please make sure to select the correct application type for international students – "International Application".
Pay the application fee
The application fee for all programs is USD 50. This fee is non-refundable and cannot be paid via bank transfer.
Complete the transfer student form (if applicable)
If you are currently or have previously studied at a school in the US, you must complete A-State's International Transfer Student Form.
Submit proof of finances
Submit proof of finances in English from a bank or financial institution, along with a Financial Support Letter (FSL) from your sponsor. All documents must demonstrate a minimum of USD 23,000 in available funds.
Submit a copy of your passport
Include a copy of your passport with your admission application.
Submit 2 MMR vaccination records
Students must submit 2 MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccination records. Students who do not submit these will be required to be vaccinated after arriving at A-State.
Submit your bachelor's degree diploma
An official copy of your bachelor's degree diploma along with an English translation.
Submit your undergraduate transcript
An official copy of your undergraduate transcript along with an English translation. GPA must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School and of your major.
Send your admission documents to A-State
Send your application along with the required documents below to the address below, or contact the Vietnam Office for free assistance.
Getting it right from the start makes your graduate application go more smoothly
At the graduate level, the quality and official nature of your academic documents play an especially important role. Preparing the correct documents, using the right application type, and following the required transcript submission process will help your application be processed more smoothly.
Mailing address
Regular Mail
Admissions, Records and Registration
P.O. Box 1570
State University, AR 72467 USA
Express Mail
Admissions, Records and Registration
101 N. Caraway Rd.
Student Union Room 2130
Jonesboro, AR 72401 USA
Frequently asked questions
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How much is the graduate application fee?
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Need help applying for graduate school?
If you would like more detailed guidance on admission requirements, academic documents, proof of finances, or the official transcript submission process, please contact the A-State Vietnam Office.
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