International Students Frequently Asked Questions
- What countries are represented at Shippensburg University?
- What is the deadline to apply for admission?
- What are the basic application procedures?
- Who should I contact with admissions-related issues?
- What if I'd like to transfer to Ship from another American institution?
- What types of financial assistance are available?
- Who do I contact for questions regarding my immigration status and visa-related concerns?
- What are the requirements concerning campus housing?
- Payment Options for International Students.
- Informational Websites
What countries are represented in the international student population at Shippensburg University?
Shippensburg University's International Student Population hosts students from all around the globe. Countries represented include Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Dominican Republic, Finland, France, Gabon, Germany, India, Ireland, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Netherlands, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, United Kingdom, Venezuela, and Vietnam.
What is the deadline to apply for admission?
Generally, applications for admission should be submitted at least four months prior to the semester in which you would like to enroll. We recommend submitting your application early because it will allow sufficient time to process all documents, render an admission decision, and begin the visa processing.
What are the basic application procedures?
Who should I contact with admissions-related questions?
Jeremy Miller, Assistant Director of Admissions
Office of Admissions
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, PA 17257
jrmiller@ship.edu
+1-717-477-1231
What are the steps for transferring to Ship from another American institution?
If you are currently attending a college or university in the United States, you must submit a copy of your current I-20. You must also complete the SEVIS Transfer Form for International Students and return it to the Office of Admissions. International Students who are looking to transfer to Ship should follow Undergraduate International Application procedures or Graduate International Application procedures.
What types of scholarships or financial assistance are available?
Undergraduate Applicants are eligible for the JFK International Student Scholarship. General information about the scholarship can be found on the International Student Services page; detailed information can be found on the JFK Scholarship page.
Graduate applicants may apply for a graduate assistantship, which provides a waiver of tuition only, and a small stipend.
Who do I contact for questions regarding my immigration status and visa-related concerns?
Ms. Mary S. Burnett, Director of Global Engagement
Shippensburg University
1871 Old Main Drive
Mowrey Hall Rooms 246-251
Shippensburg, PA 17257
meburnett@ship.edu
717-477-1279
What are the requirements concerning campus housing?
Campus housing is available for both undergraduate and graduate international students. For information regarding on-campus or off-campus housing contact the Office of Housing and Residence Life.
How can I pay my semester bill?
- Credit Cards - International Students may pay online by credit card (with a 2.5% convenience fee). We accept the following major credit cards: MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. Shippensburg University does not accept Visa Credit Cards.
- Flywire - With Flywire, you can pay from any country and any bank. You are also offered excellent foreign exchange rates, allowing you to pay in your home currency (in most cases) and save a significant amount of money, as compared to traditional banks. To make an online payment, go the Flywire site at http://www.ship.edu/Student_Accounts/International/. Paying online is the fastest way to make last-minute payments to get your bill cleared by the due date!