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International Applicants

Florida Tech’s innovative, hands-on programs attract students from across the world. As the U.S. university with the eighth highest percentage of international students and with over 80 countries represented on our campus, we know what it takes to help our international students thrive. From a campus-wide emphasis on cultural competence to featuring global cuisine in the Panther Dining Hall to the annual International Festival hosted by the Office of International Student & Scholar Services, Florida Tech celebrates our international students and the value they bring to our community.

Interested in joining the panther community? See the steps below to apply!

Requirements For Admission

After a student submits their application, they will receive a link to the Florida Tech Application Portal, where they can check the status of their application and upload any required documents.

Select your level of study/status for more details about admission requirements.

When to Apply

Undergraduate

Florida Tech uses a rolling admission policy, which means that we accept applications throughout the year and make decisions as applications are completed. Freshman applicants may apply any time during their final year of secondary school. Transfer applicants should apply during their final academic year at their current school.

Graduate

Florida Tech uses a rolling admission policy however there are deadlines for certain graduate programs. Please review the Graduate Admission Requirements for details.

All International Students

All International students should keep in mind their country’s Visa Appointment Wait Times and should submit their applications at least two weeks prior to the I-20 deadline for the semester to which they are applying. Applications received after the I-20 deadline may not be considered for that entry term.

SemesterApplication OpensI-20 Deadline
Fall University Application: July 1st the year prior to enrollment
Common Application: August 1st the year prior to enrollment
July 1st of enrollment year
Spring University Application: July 1st the year prior to enrollment
Common Application: August 1st the year prior to enrollment
November 1st of enrollment year

English Proficiency

Students are not required to submit proof of English proficiency when applying to the university. However, once a student is admitted and confirms their enrollment at Florida Tech, they must demonstrate English proficiency before their I-20 will be issued. Please see the Demonstrating English Proficiency webpage for a complete list of options to satisfy Florida Tech’s English proficiency requirement.

Obtaining Your Student Visa

All international students must obtain an F-1 (student) visa to study at Florida Tech or have an immigration status that permits study in the United States. International students must obtain an I-20 before they can apply for an F-1 visa at their nearest U.S. embassy.

Please refer to the Obtaining Your I-20 and Visa webpage for details. Note that Florida Tech will not review I-20 requests until the following conditions have been met:

  • Students must be accepted for admission to Florida Tech
  • Students must accept their offer of admission by paying the $300 non-refundable tuition deposit
  • Students must demonstrate English Language Proficiency if English is not their native language
  • Students must submit the required identification and financial documents (see Obtaining Your I-20 and Visa  for more information on which documents are accepted)

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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