National College
Welcome International Students
Are you an International Student looking for a Collegiate-level School?
National College welcomes applications for admission from international applicants across the globe. Throughout the years, it has been our honor to welcome undergraduate programs and Master of Business Administration (MBA) students from as many as 100 countries and to broaden the horizon of their future through international education and diversity.
National College staff members help our international students with their initial adjustment to the College and the surrounding areas, and assist them throughout their entire stay providing social and cultural activities, answering questions and giving advice about personal concerns, cultural differences, immigration regulations, and financial matters.
The information below is for international students seeking an undergraduate education, which includes our Associate's degree, and Bachelor's degree programs.
Click here for information about applying for our Master of Business Administration graduate program.
Applicants interested in improving their English language skills may study at the National College English Language Institute before being admitted to National College. Our English as a Second Language program is designed for those who wish to learn or enhance their communication skills in the English language and develop a better use of the language in the academic setting.
Admission of International Students
In addition to the general requirements of the College, all international students must demonstrate proficiency in English and meet one of the following six (6) requirements:
- Complete TOEFL® with a passing score of –
- Internet-based test: a passing score of 64 or greater.
- Computer-based test: a passing score of 165 or greater.
- Paper-based test: a passing score of 440 or greater.
- Complete IELTS® with a passing score of 4.5 or greater.
- Complete the Dyned Testing Program and submit the results stating the applicant is ready for an English speaking academic program.
- Provide a letter of attestation of English competency sufficient to meet with success in an English speaking academic program. Such a letter will be accepted if received on letterhead from a senior administrator of the applicant's current or former academic institution or from an academic official with the applicant's embassy.
Note: The applicant may, at National College's discretion, be tested on arrival to the campus using the Michigan Test of Language Acquisition. If test results indicate, National College reserves the right to place the student in the College's English as a Second Language Program until sufficient English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills are acquired.
- Demonstrate successful completion of an English as a Second Language program from any approved ESL school located in the United States.
- GMAT minimum score of 500.
Current policies of the U.S. Immigration Department state that international students must prove that financial responsibility will be met. Once these requirements have been met and the student is accepted for admission to the College, an I-20 will be issued. Upon receipt of the I-20 the student is required to complete the form I-901 and submit a $200 fee to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. These students are covered under the institution's regular refund policy.
Click here if you are applying to change your VISA status or apply for a reinstatement.
National College campuses are non-residential. No housing or dormitory space is provided by the college, nor are there host family arrangements for undergraduate or MBA students. International students will need to secure their own housing arrangements. Check with the Director of International Programs for housing referrals in the local communities.
- The Application Process
- Once Accepted
- Transfer Students
The Application Process
Please note that all documents must be submitted in English. The online application process is not available for international applicants.
Application instructions for International Undergraduate Students
We will be able to make an admission decision upon receipt of the following documents:
The minimum requirement for admission as an undergraduate student is a high school diploma. You will need to submit a copy of your high school transcript with your applications.
Please print and complete the following: International Student Application Materials Checklist, International Undergraduate Student Application for Admission form, Sister City Grant, and the Partnership for International Education Grant. The application(s) are available in PDF format for your convenience.
Additional documentation may be required. Please fully review the requirements before submitting your application.
International Student Application Materials Checklist
International Student Application (Campuses in Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia, and West Virginia)
International Student Application (Campuses in Tennessee)
Grant Options
The Partnership for International Education Grant is designed to recognize, award, and assist international students who wish to continue their studies on a post-secondary or graduate level. The role of the grant is to aid international students in achieving their desire to obtain a career education on the collegiate level. International students (undergraduate and MBA students) that have a F1 or M1 Visa may apply for this grant.
Partnership for International Education Grant Application (Campuses not in Tennessee)
Partnership for International Education Grant Application (Campuses in Tennessee)
The Sister City Grant is designed to recognize, award, and assist international students who wish to continue their studies in the United States, either in an academic program or English as a Second Language (ESL) program. The college will provide one Sister City grant per year to each of the following Sister Cities:
Wonju, Korea;
Kisumu, Kenya;
Pskov, Russia;
Florianópolis, Brazil;
Opole, Poland;
Lijiang, China;
Saint-Lô, France
View the recommendation letter from SISTER CITY COMMITTEE IN ROANOKE, Roanoke, VA
Send your completed admissions application, your one-time, non-refundable application fee of US$125, the completed Partnership for International Education Grant application, your transcripts, and your sponsorship letter. You may authorize the College to charge your credit card or you may enclose an international money order with your application.
Mail the completed application and all requested materials to:
Ron Smith
Director of International Programs
National College
1813 East Main Street
Salem, VA 24153 U.S.A.
If you would like more information about National College or any of our career-focused programs, please contact the Director of International Programs Office at (540) 986-1800.
Application Instructions for International Master of Business Administration (MBA) Applicants
- Applications for the MBA program are accepted from students who currently hold a
Bachelor’s degree or greater, from an accredited institution in the U.S. or government-recognized school outside the U.S.
- Print and complete the following: Application for Admission to MBA Program form, your transcripts, three Letters of Recommendation, 300 word written essay, Resume/Curriculum Vitae, GMAT Scores (for Foreign Baccalaureate holders), Partnership for International Education Grant application and your US$75 application fee to the below address. You may authorize the college to charge your credit card, or you may enclose an international money order with your application. The application is available in PDF format for your convenience.
Additional documentation may be required. Please fully review the requirements before submitting your application.
Application to MBA Program (including MBA Application Recommendation Form)
The Partnership for International Education Grant is designed to recognize, award, and assist international students who wish to continue their studies on a post-secondary or graduate level. The role of the grant is to aid international students in achieving their desire to obtain a career education on the collegiate level. International students (undergraduate and MBA students) that have a F1 or M1 Visa may apply for this grant.
Partnership for International Education Grant Application
Mail the completed application and all requested materials to:
Ron Smith
National College
MBA Admissions Office
1813 East Main Street
Salem, Virginia 24153
If you would like more information about the International or MBA programs, please contact the MBA Admissions Office at (540) 986-1800.
Application Instructions for International Transfer Students
- Prior collegiate work from an institution previously attended by the student is accepted by National College only when it is demonstrated that this work is in keeping with career and educational objectives of the student’s chosen course of study. Transfer credits are accepted on an individual basis after a complete evaluation.
In additional to your International Student Application for Undergraduate or MBA studies, print and complete one of the following and present to the college you are currently attending.
International Student Transfer Eligibility Form (KY Division)
International Student Transfer Eligibility Form (OH Division)
International Student Transfer Eligibility Form (TN-IN Division)
International Student Transfer Eligibility Form (VA-WV Division)
- Send your completed admissions application, your one-time, non-refundable application fee, the Partnership for International Grant application, the international Student Transfer Eligibility form, your transcripts and all other required documentation to the below address. You may authorize the college to charge your credit card, or you may enclose an international money order with your application.
Mail the completed application and all requested materials to:
Ron Smith
Director of International Programs
National College
1813 East Main Street
Salem, VA 24153, USA.
If you would like more information about National College or any of the programs offered, please contact the Director of International Programs Office at (540) 986-1800.
US Government Forms:
We look forward to having you on our campus!
Information for transferring students from National College:
- If you wish to transfer, you need to be accepted to a SEVIS approved school and present National with an acceptance letter and Transfer Release form from the new school.
- You must sign National College's Request for Release of SEVIS Record for Transfer Out Procedure.
- After these steps have been made, National College will release your SEVIS record to your new school.
Once You Are Accepted
The College will send you two forms:
Form I-20, Certificate of Eligibility for Non-immigrant Student Status SEVIS Form I-901
The Student and Exchange Visitor Information Service is part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a branch of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Use your Form I-20 to complete Form I-901, and submit $200. This is required in order for you to be able to receive an F-1 or M-1 nonimmigrant visa to enter the U.S. as a student.
It is highly recommended that you:
- Complete this form online at http://www.fmjfee.com
- Pay with a credit card
- Print a copy of your receipt.
Please note that the fee must be paid and a copy of your receipt must be presented to the U.S. Consulate in order to receive a student visa.
To read more about SEVIS Form I-901, visit http://www.ice.gov/sevis/faq.htm.
US Government Forms:
Information for transferring students from National College
- If you wish to transfer, you need to be accepted to a SEVIS approved school and present National with an acceptance letter and Transfer Release form from the new school.
- You must sign National College's Request for Release of SEVIS Record for Transfer Out Procedure.
- After these steps have been made, National College will release your SEVIS record to your new school.
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