C a score of 500 or better on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) paper-based exam or 173 or better on the TOEFL computer-based exam;
C completion of Level 109 at an ELS Language Center
C satisfactory completion of Freshman Composition I as a U.S. college or university;
C a score of 18 on the verbal portion of the ACT;
C a score of 480 on the verbal portion of the SAT-I;
C a score with a minimum Band of 5.0 from the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS).
Upon receipt of the official letter of acceptance, the international student must prove his/her ability to meet college expenses by one of the following means:
In addition to meeting one of the above requirements, the international student must complete a Declaration and Certification of Finances form to qualify for an Immigration Form (I-20) to be sent by KSU.
Non-English transcripts and certificates must be accompanied by an accredited evaluation and translation. This evaluation does not guarantee admission to Kentucky State University or acceptance of credits. For information about scholarships and financial aid, contact the Financial Aid Office.
Students who wish to enroll in KSU’s English as a Second Language (ESL) Program do not have to meet the English proficiency criteria. Students who complete the ESL program and wish to apply for regular admission to Kentucky State University will have to complete the regular application procedures, including demonstrating proficiency in English.
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.
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.
Students with an earned baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university who complete the regular application process who desire to pursue a baccalaureate degree program at Kentucky State University, will be admitted to the University.
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 Office of Graduate Studies 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.