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The University of Lynchburg values diversity, excellence, and service, just as you do. Here, you’ll receive a world-class education, build lasting connections with faculty, and join a multicultural community with students from 34 countries.

With over 100 programs, Lynchburg prepares you for success in any field, from computer science to medicine. Our international student support office helps you easily navigate studying in a global setting.

After submitting your application and materials, we review them for academic admissibility, issue conditional admission pending financial verification, and process full admission upon enrollment deposit payment. I-20 forms are typically issued within two weeks of deposit payment.

Step 1: Apply

Yyou can apply directly through the University of Lynchburg Application, a simple online platform that lets you start, save, and finish your application at your own pace.

Application deadlines are June 1 for the fall semester and Oct. 15 for the spring semester. Applications submitted after these deadlines will be reviewed on a space-available basis.

Step 2: Submit Your Application Supporting Materials

Submit application materials with your online application or separately via email to [email protected]. Application review typically takes three to four weeks.

To complete your application, provide the following:
Official secondary school/high school transcripts
Include grades for all completed courses, a list of final-year courses, and an explanation of the grading system with your GPA. University of Lynchburg international students typically have a minimum “B” GPA.

For international transfer and second-degree applicants: official university transcripts
Submit transcripts for course evaluation through World Education Services or Spantran (discount available for Lynchburg applicants). Include grades for all completed courses, an explanation of the grading system, and the corresponding GPA.

Official exam scores: TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, PTE, or DuoLingo
If English is not your first language, submit scores from TOEFL (minimum 78), IELTS (minimum 6.0), DuoLingo (minimum 100), or PTE (minimum 59). List the University of Lynchburg (TOEFL/SAT code: 5372) as a recipient. SAT scores are also recommended.

Letter of recommendation
Provide a letter from a teacher or someone familiar with your academic abilities. Submit by mail or email to [email protected].

Essay
Submit a 250-500 word essay. You may choose one of the following topics: Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you. Discuss an issue of personal, local, national, or international concern and its importance to you. Explain why you wish to pursue an education in the United States and what your goals are for taking on this endeavor.

Copy of passport
Submit a photocopy of your passport’s informational page showing your biographical data by mail or email to [email protected].

Step 4: Pay Your Enrollment Deposit

The enrollment deposit is required to receive your I-20. We can typically issue an I-20 within one to two business days after receiving the enrollment deposit.

Interview
An interview with an admissions counselor is strongly recommended but not required. The interview may be conducted through a virtual meeting. Call the Office of Enrollment at 1.434.544.8300 to schedule an appointment or email [email protected].

Next Steps

Once we receive your application and materials, we’ll review them and contact you with an admission decision or a request for additional information. You can expect to receive a decision within two to four weeks.

In the meantime, get to know Lynchburg a little better with a campus visit or a virtual tour!

Cost and Fees

Direct costs include full-time tuition, housing, and meal plans:

  • Tuition: $36,750
  • Room and board: $13,700
  • International orientation fee: $250
  • Health Insurance: $900

Scholarship Information for International Students

All international students are eligible for scholarships ranging from $22,000 to $32,000 per year, depending on their GPA and available scholarship resources. The remaining costs for tuition, room, and board usually range from $10,000 to $14,000 per semester. 

International students are required to live on campus unless they have a family member living locally. Students who choose not to live on campus will have their scholarship amount reduced.

To obtain your visa as an international student, you will need to provide an I-20 form. Additionally, the U.S. government requires that you demonstrate the financial ability to cover extra expenses such as travel, books, and personal costs. These expenses are not paid directly to the university but are necessary for your education. The current estimated amount for these indirect costs is $4,500.

International Scholarships

You may be eligible for an academic scholarship if you’re an international student and have received an acceptance letter from the University of Lynchburg. No need to apply for a separate scholarship; scholarships are automatically awarded based on your calculated grade point average. The scholarship letter will specify the academic standards you must maintain to renew your scholarship. If you meet the standards in your first year, you can continue to receive the scholarship until you finish your studies at the University.

Please note that international students are only eligible for one scholarship from the University. 

Additionally, the University of Lynchburg does not provide loans to students. International students must demonstrate their financial ability to pay the cost of attendance balance (tuition and housing, including room and meals minus scholarship) before being fully admitted. International scholarships are available only to non-U.S. citizens, ranging from $22,000 to $31,000.

Housing (Room Plus Meals) Requirements

The admissions process requires that students must be at least 17 years old. Any international student who applies must reside on campus and participate in the full meal plan unless they choose to live locally with a family member. If any student decides not to live on campus and take advantage of the meal plan, their scholarship amount will be reduced.

Visit our International Student Support section for more detailed information.

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