international student must submit evidence that he/she has sufficient funds to meet college expenses. For information about scholarships and financial aid, contact the Financial Aid Office.

In addition to requirements for international student admission to KSU, an International Student Transfer Form must be completed by the non-immigrant student who now resides in the United States. The form (available online) must be submitted directly to the Office of Global Education and Programs. The applicant will not be issued a Form I-20 from KSU until this form is completed and returned with the documents requested.

Students who have previously attended Kentucky State University and who wish to re-enter must secure readmission from the Registrar's Office. The student who attended another institution for one semester must have earned an overall average of C or better since last attending Kentucky State to be eligible to re-enter KSU. He/she must supply the Registrar's Office with a transcript from the institution attended.

A student with a home school diploma must submit the following in lieu of a high school transcript:

C A notarized statement from the home school teacher detailing the content of the student's home school curriculum and the duration of such, and

C A copy of the student's home school diploma.

Kentucky residents, age 65 or older may complete the application, be admitted to the University and have all tuition and fees waived. The University may limit the enrollment of these students if classes are filled or if their admission necessitates additional classes.

Admission to graduate standing is granted by the Graduate Programs only. Please contact the School of Public Administration or the College of Arts and Sciences for admission criteria.

Each applicant should complete the health form provided with the application package and return it to University Student Health Services at least three weeks before registering to attend classes at the University.

Kentucky Resident: A student who is a resident of Kentucky or whose parent(s) is(are) a resident(s) of Kentucky is considered a resident of the state. If a Kentucky resident graduated from an out-of-state high school, proof of residency must be submitted in order to avoid out-of-state tuition. Submission of a residency affidavit may be required to show proof. (See Residency subsection under the Student Expenses section).

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avoid out-of-state tuition. Submission of a residency affidavit may be required to show proof. (See Residency subsection under the Student Expenses section).

Non-resident: A student who is not a resident of or whose parent(s) is(are) not a resident(s) of Kentucky is considered a non-resident.

International: A student who is not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States is considered an international student.

Non-Degree Student: A student not seeking a degree from Kentucky State University is considered a non-degree student. This may include transient/visiting students, early admission (high school) students, senior citizens, post-baccalaureate students without degree intentions, and students pursuing additional undergraduate course work for teacher certification.

First-Time Freshman: A student with no prior college experience is considered a first-time freshman.

Freshman Transfer: A student transferring less than 24 semester credit hours to KSU is considered a freshman transfer.

Transfer: A student transferring 24 or more semester credit hours to KSU is considered a transfer student.