International Applicants

If you are an international student, we welcome your application and hope you will consider joining our vibrant student body. See below for application guidelines specific to international applicants.

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Please note: Grove City College defines an international student as one whose current citizenship is outside of the United States of America.

How to Apply

Complete the online application form and submit the following required documents. To see which of your documents have been received or are still pending, please log in to your application portal.

• TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, ACT, or CLT scores.
• One letter of recommendation as listed below. The College does not provide specific forms for recommendation letters.
  • Academic reference from a teacher, guidance counselor, or principal.
  • Spiritual/character reference from a pastor, youth pastor, or someone who knows you well in that regard.
• Official secondary transcript (in English).
• Grove City College Early Decision Agreement (for Early Decision applicants only).
• International Student Financial Aid Application (College Board CSS Profile).
• International Student Certification of Finances.

Admissions Requirements

The Office of Admissions considers each applicant individually using the following criteria:

• Graduation from and recommendation by an approved secondary school.
  • Taking an academic or college preparatory course is strongly recommended and should include English, history, mathematics, and foreign language.
  • The study of mathematics up through calculus is required and/or recommended for entrance into the programs of mathematics, science, and engineering.
• Test Scores (see below).
• Recommendation letter evidencing excellent character and spiritual life.

International applicants are required to submit test scores from one of the following exams:

• Academic Assessments
  • Classic Learning Test (CLT)
  • College Entrance Examination Board Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
  • American College Testing Program (ACT)
• English Language Proficiency Assessments
  • TOEFL exam (minimum 550 paper/213 computer/79-80 internet)
  • IELTS exam (6.5-9)

If you are choosing from one of the Academic Assessments, Grove City College highly suggests choosing the Classic Learning Test as your testing option. This exam is the most convenient choice for international applicants because it can be completed and paid for entirely online. For details regarding available CLT testing dates, please visit www.cltexam.com/tests/clt.

English Language Requirements

Although many English and communication courses are available at Grove City College, the College does not offer a program in English as a Second Language (ESL). To be considered for admission, you should have a strong background in speaking and writing in English.

Medical Insurance Requirements

In accordance with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs under the U.S. Department of State, Grove City College offers insurance coverage to international students with the following benefits:

• Medical benefits with no overall maximum dollar limit.
• Repatriation of remains with no overall maximum dollar limit.
• No overall maximum for medical evacuation of the student to his/her home country in the amount of $10,000.
• An in-network deductible of $250 and out-of-network deductible of $600.

If you decline enrollment in Grove City College's medical insurance plan, you must demonstrate proof of insurance up to or greater than the minimums listed below:
 
U.S. Government regulations require J-1 scholars to have health insurance. The J-1 regulations require the following with respect to health insurance coverage:

• Medical benefits of at least $100,000 per accident or illness.
• Payment for repatriation (preparation and transportation of remains to home country) in case of death in the amount of $25,000.
• Payment for medical evacuation (transportation to home country on advice of attending physician) in the amount of $50,000.
• A deductible not to exceed $500 per accident or illness.
• Coverage of pre-existing conditions after a reasonable waiting period.
• Payment by the insurance company of at least 75% of the costs of medical care (the patient must not be required to pay more than 25% of medical care costs).

To comply with these regulations, health insurance policies must be underwritten by corporations having one of the following: 

• A.M. Best rating of A- or above.
• McGraw Hill Financial/Standard & Poor’s Claims- paying Ability rating of ‘A- or above.
• Weiss Research, Inc. rating of ‘‘B+’’ or above.
• Fitch Ratings, Inc. rating of ‘‘A-’’ or above.
• Moody’s Investor Services rating of ‘‘A3’’ or above.

Financial Aid

The College offers a limited amount of need-based aid to students who are academically prepared and demonstrate financial need. Partial need-based aid, which is applied directly to the cost of tuition, is applied each year. Students must maintain at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average and successfully complete at least 24 credits each academic year to remain eligible for financial aid. Students must continue to show financial need and submit the International Student Financial Aid Application annually.

Work Opportunities

The College offers work opportunities on campus to provide financial assistance to students. By working five hours weekly, a student can earn approximately $1,500 during the academic year. Students are paid monthly for the number of hours they work and may use the money as needed for college-related expenses. Freshmen may work up to 10 hours a week, and upperclassmen may work up to 20 hours a week.

International students may stay on campus during campus breaks with approval from the Director of Residence Life. However, all other options should be explored first prior to seeking approval to remain on campus. However, students desiring to stay on campus during the Summer must meet the following criteria: On-campus employment or college internship for credit. Students employed on campus during the summer must work a minimum of 32.5 hours per week to be eligible for summer housing.

International students can apply for on-campus work through the Office of Financial Aid. For additional information on financial aid and work opportunities, contact the office at 724-458-3300 or financialaid@gcc.edu.

VISA Information

An incoming freshman student must be accepted to Grove City College and have paid the nonrefundable deposit of $250.00 by the application deadline deposit date. The SEVIS I-20 will be issued after the student pays for the first semester fees along with the cost of health insurance. All arrangements must be complete before a student arrives at the College.

If you have any questions, contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@gcc.edu or 724-458-2100.