International Admissions FAQ

Am I an international applicant?

An international applicant is a student applying to study at an institution outside their home country.  They must meet additional requirements; such as language proficiency tests and visa eligibility. 

When should I apply?

Kean University reviews applications on a rolling basis, but has the following preferred deadlines for international students:

Freshman International Application Deadlines

• February 15: Architectural Studies (B.A.)
• April 30: Preferred Application Deadline - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis thereafter.
• May 1: Preferred Tuition Deposit Deadline

Transfer International Application Deadlines

• November 1: Spring Priority Deadline
• March 1: Nursing Prelicensure (BSN 3-yr)  - Fall Start Only
• May 1: Architectural Studies (B.A.)
• May 30: Graphic Design (B.F.A.)
• June 1: Fall Priority Deadline

How do I apply for a Graduate Assistantship?

Visit the Graduate Assistantship page to learn more and apply. 

Are there any scholarships for International Applicants? 

Kean University offers the International Student Scholarship for full-time International undergraduate students with non-New Jersey residency only. Applicants must have completed two semesters at Kean at the time of the award, have a minimum of 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need. We also have the Kean Foundation which is the university's primary fundraising and gift receiving organization. All new and current students are eligible to apply for Kean University Foundation Scholarships. You can click this link to find out more information regarding the process and what is needed.

Are there any available ESL courses I can take at Kean University? 

Kean University does not offer English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. If you are interested in taking ESL courses, we recommend looking into community college or language centers nearby to see if they are any available.