As an international student, you value diversity, excellence, and service. So do we. These principles are at the heart of the University of Lynchburg experience. International applicants are welcome to apply to any Lynchburg program for which they meet the admissions requirements, but admission to an online program will not qualify you for an F-1 Visa. 

An advanced degree from Lynchburg gives you the expertise, practical experience, and essential skills needed to excel in today’s global job market. Our programs offer hands-on learning opportunities, cutting-edge knowledge, and the professional development required to achieve your career goals. Whether you aim to lead in your field, influence policy, or drive innovation, our graduate programs will empower you to make a significant impact.

Join a community that is dedicated to your success and personal growth. By choosing the University of Lynchburg, you are taking a step toward a bright and successful future. Apply now to achieve your career goals and unlock the potential of a future-ready degree from the University of Lynchburg.

Step 1: Apply

A bachelor’s degree is required for admission to all of Lynchburg’s master’s programs. The Doctor of Education in Leadership Studies program requires the prior completion of any master’s degree, and the Doctor of Medical Science program requires the prior completion of a Master of PA Medicine. 

Many of Lynnchburg’s graduate programs have rolling admissions and multiple start dates, allowing you to dive in at the most convenient time. Explore your program of interest’s webpage or contact the Office of Graduate Success to learn more about your start date options.

Graduate International Application Deadlines:

• Fall Enrollment Deadline: June 1 (for the August to December semester)
• Spring Enrollment Deadline: October 15 (for the January to May semester)
• Summer Enrollment Deadline: March 1 (for May, June, and July summer terms)

Applications submitted after these deadlines will be considered based on space availability. Please keep in mind that international applications are time-sensitive.

CENTRALIZED APPLICATION SERVICE (CAS)

The Centralized Application Service (CAS) is the required admissions platform for graduate school in many healthcare professions. At the University of Lynchburg, if you are seeking admission to either the Master of PA Medicine or the Doctor of Physical Therapy, you must complete the appropriate CAS application. 

• To apply for the Master of PA Medicine
• To apply for the Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Prospective students for the Master of Science in Athletic Training can submit either a CAS application or a free University of Lynchburg Application.

UNIVERSITY OF LYNCHBURG APPLICATION

At Lynchburg, you can easily apply online. Start your application, save it, and finish it whenever you want. This makes applying to Lynchburg simple.

Step 2: Submit Your Application Materials

Required

Include these required materials with your application or send them separately by mail:

• University transcripts: The University of Lynchburg requires international students to furnish verification of the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Sciences equivalency of their academic record (e.g., through an international transcript assessment service). For students for which the verification of courses is not essential for admissions into, and course planning for, a graduate program, such an analysis must only confirm that the individual received the equivalent of an American four-year (BA/BS) degree from his/her home institution. In some instances (e.g., teacher licensure), a more detailed course-by-course analysis will be required. Some transcripts may be evaluated internally by the University of Lynchburg.
• Copy of Passport: A photocopy of your passport’s front informational page showing your biographical data. You may submit this by mail or email to your admissions coordinator. 
• Letters of recommendation: 3 letters from an employer, university professor, or someone who can speak to your ability to succeed at Lynchburg. There is no special form required. Programs with stricter requirements for letters of recommendation will outline the requirements on the program page or in the application. 
• Personal Essay: Upload a 300-500 word personal statement explaining why you are interested in your program of study and how it will further your career. 
• Financial Resources Verification: The letter should be written on the bank’s letterhead stationery and provide support for the certificate of finances. It should indicate how long the person has been a bank member and if he/she has adequate funds to support projected costs for attending the University of Lynchburg.
• Certificate of Finances: To obtain this document and costs for your specific graduate program, please contact the Office of Graduate Success at 434.544.8300 or [email protected].
• GMAT and GRE Scores: The University of Lynchburg Requires GMAT, GRE, and/or MCAT Scores for some programs:
  • Master of PA Medicine: Official GRE scores must be submitted to CASPA using the University of Lynchburg Code: 3874 but can be waived for applicants with a previous graduate degree or who submit official MCAT scores to CASPA.
  • Master of Business Administration: An official GMAT score of 400 or higher is required. GMAT waivers are available for those with a GPA of 3.0 or higher or for those with a certain level of professional experience demonstrated through a submitted resume. 
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy: Official GRE scores must be submitted to PTCAS using the University of Lynchburg Code: 7582.
  • Doctor of Education in Leadership Studies: Official GRE scores or other evidence of writing proficiency are required. 
• TOEFL Scores: (Minimum 80 Internet-based tests/550 paper-based tests) or IELTS (minimum 6.0)
  TOEFL/IELTS Waiver Policy
  Under certain circumstances, international applicants to graduate programs may request a waiver for the TOEFL when applying for admission. University of Lynchburg, Office of Graduate Success will consider, on a case-by-case basis, TOEFL waiver requests from applicants who fall into one of the following categories:
  • The applicant has completed at least three years of full-time study at a recognized secondary school, college, or university whose primary language of instruction is English or
  • The applicant has completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in an accredited US college or university or
  • The applicant has a current IELTS band score (less than 5 years old) of 6.5 or
  • The applicant has completed nine semester hours of lower division English in an accredited US college or university, three of which must be in composition and three in literature or
  • The applicant has completed the highest level of intensive English study and is recommended for academic study by an English Language Institute recognized by the University of Lynchburg.
• A TOEFL waiver is not automatic for any applicant. TOEFL waiver is dependent on individual programs. To request a TOEFL waiver, the applicant must submit the following materials to the Office of Graduate Success:
  • A brief written request outlining why the OGS should grant a TOEFL waiver (including career goals and objectives) and indicating which of the above waiver categories applies.
  • Copies of all academic transcripts for work completed at any college or university attended (if copies have not already been provided to the Office of Graduate Success).

Additional Materials 

Each program has different requirements for additional application materials. Upload or email to your admissions coordinator the following materials as needed for your application:

• Resume: For programs requiring this, upload a current resume or curriculum vitae to your application.

For programs with additional material requirements not listed here, follow the instructions outlined in your application or the program webpage. Special considerations for international students with children. If you have any questions, please reach out to your admissions coordinator.

Interviews

You will be contacted directly for programs requiring an interview. 

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 for many programs within 2 weeks. Admission to an online program will not qualify you for an F-1 Visa. In the meantime, get to know Lynchburg better with a campus visit or a virtual tour!