International Students

ESL Pathway to Berkeley College - Conditional Admission

Study English at Berkeley College in New York City to prepare yourself for an undergraduate degree.  If you are below our required English levels or have not taken an English test, you can be granted conditional admission to study ESL with our on-campus partner school, Rennert International, before your degree program.  Other short-term ESL study opportunities are available. Email us for more information: International@BerkeleyCollege.edu.

Short-Term Study Abroad at Berkeley College for a Semester

Living and studying in New York City is a great experience with a short-term study option at Berkeley College. You will earn college credit for each course without committing to complete a degree program. For those interested in studying on an F-1 student visa, not applying through a partner institution, please complete the regular application: International Application

International Viewbook

Download the International Viewbook PDF file to learn about academic programs, cultural opportunities, and services for international students.- International Viewbook

International Student Department

Berkeley's International Student Department provides personal help with SEVIS I-20 or F-1 Student Visa procedures, housing information, orientation to college life, and adjusting to educational practices and life in the United States. 

Programs of Study

International students may enroll in any of the programs of study at Berkeley College. In addition, Berkeley College Online® is tailored to meet the needs of international students around the world.

International Tour Calendar

Do you want to learn more about Berkeley College? Join us at an upcoming fair to speak with a Berkeley College representative. For the current travel schedule, please see the International Tour Calendar.

How to Apply for Undergraduate Admission

International Undergraduate Checklist

Please review the application requirements and process to be sure you have all necessary documents and information. Assistance is available through the International Student Office.

Required Documents:

• International Application
• $50 (U.S.) Application Fee
• Official secondary or post-secondary transcripts (with certified English translations) and proof of graduation
• Proof of English language proficiency:
  • TOEFL - score of 500 PBT, 61 IBT 
  • IELTS - score of 5.5 or higher

To Confirm Admission and I-20 issuance:

• $300 (U.S.) Tuition Deposit
• $100 (U.S.) International Processing Fee
• Financial documentation (showing at least $42,000 in available funds)

How to Apply for Graduate Admission

International Graduate Checklist

Please review the application requirements and process to be sure you have all necessary documents and information. Assistance is available through the International Student Office.

Required Documents:

• International Application
• $50 (U.S.) Application Fee
• Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions (with certified English translations) and proof of graduation
• Proof of English language proficiency(we also accept approved partner test results - please inquire):
  • TOEFL - score of 80 IBT or higher
  • IELTS - score of 6.5 or higher
  • Duolingo - 105 or above
• Resume (a minimum of two years of professional employment is preferred)
• Two letters of recommendation
• Personal statement
• Application for transfer credit (if a student is seeking transfer credit from another graduate institution)
• Financial support documentation (showing at least $42,000)

 To Confirm Admission:

• $300 (U.S.) Tuition Deposit
• $100 (U.S.) International Processing Fee

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Student Visa Requirements

To apply for a SEVIS I-20 (which is needed to obtain an F-1 student visa), students must satisfy to the College, based on visa regulations, that sufficient finances are available to pay for tuition and living expenses. This can be verified by a certified bank statement showing $42,000 from your sponsor. Once accepted to Berkeley, the SEVIS I-20 is sent with the Acceptance Package.

International Club

The International Club provides a special forum for the specific needs and interests of international students. It organizes social and cultural activities, including field trips, that acquaint international students with life in America. The get-acquainted meetings often include a trip to the United Nations. Additional activities, such as international festivals, are organized by students at individual locations.

Housing

Please contact the Berkeley College International Admissions Office for housing suggestions at International@BerkeleyCollege.edu We can send you a list of residence options in the New York City area.

You can also visit the following links to find an apartment in the New York/New Jersey area. 

• https://easylivingspaces.com/berkeleycollegehousing/
• berkeleycollegehousing.4stay.com

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To learn more about opportunities for international students at Berkeley, contact:

Berkeley College
International Department
12 East 41st Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10017 USA

Telephone: U.S. Dialing Code-212-687-3730
Email: International@BerkeleyCollege.edu