Applying to JBU
As an International Student
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John Brown University
2000 W. University St.,
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
479-524-9500
jbuinfo@jbu.edu
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Applying to JBU is quick and easy. Fill out the online application, send in your transcripts and other materials, and you'll receive an admission decision within as little as three business days!
Unless you have a six-semester transcript from a high school that is accredited in the U.S., you should submit an internationally recognized standardized test score. Scores must be sent from the testing organization. JBU will consider any of the following scores for admission:
We also accept O Levels, A Levels and Caribbean Exams. If you have a transcript from a high school that is accredited in the U.S., you may apply without test scores.
If you have questions about exams, scores or applying without test scores, please connect with the international student admissions counselor.
JBU makes admission decisions on a rolling basis (students are notified of their admission throughout the year). However, you should apply as early as possible to give yourself time to apply for a student visa. There are also important dates to keep in mind, especially if you're interested in the benefits of the Early Commit Track.
$25 for international students.
If you have a transcript from a high school that is accredited in the U.S., you may apply without test scores. While JBU's admission process is test-optional, consideration of your ACT, SAT, CLT or other standardized test scores may benefit you.
Review our test-optional guide for more information.
Start-to-finish, the application takes less than 15 minutes!
Work with your school(s) to provide JBU with an official transcript. High school transcripts should include at least six semesters of grades.
JBU prefers to receive transcripts electronically via:
JBU will also accept transcripts sent via email to systems@jbu.edu or postal mail to:
John Brown University
Attn: Admissions Office
2000 W University St
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
USA
Final official transcripts must be submitted upon completion of high school.
For transcripts from non-US institutions, please use The Evaluations Company to send your transcript to JBU. The Evaluations Company will translate and evaluate your transcript for a charge of around $120-150 USD. Get started with JBU's custom The Evaluations Company request form. If you have questions or concerns about The Evaluations Company or getting your transcripts to JBU, please contact the international student admissions counselor. JBU may waive The Evaluations Company requirement for simple high school transcripts or for missionary families.
If your standardized test scores are not included on your high school transcript, request that your test provider send JBU your official score report(s).
While JBU will calculate and use a superscore for academic scholarship consideration (for the ACT, SAT or CLT), we will not consider your superscore as part of your admission decision.
On the application, you will be asked to include contact information for an academic reference. Please choose someone with knowledge of your academic background (guidance counselor, professor, school administrator, etc.). Upon submission of your application, your referrer will receive an email with a link to complete the reference form. Use your applicant portal to track the status of your reference.
You may be asked to supply other materials. Use your applicant portal to find and upload requested materials.
In most cases, you'll receive an admission decision and your academic scholarship award within three days of completing your application!
You will need to submit a number of documents after admission to receive your Form I-20. Documents may be received via:
Once you have been admitted, please submit the International Student Financial Information Form.
Once your International Student Financial Information Form is received, JBU will begin the financial aid process. JBU begins sending financial aid offers to newly admitted students as early as October! You will be notified when your offer is ready and may use your applicant portal to review and accept it.
JBU must receive the following documents before we can issue you a Form I-20, which is required to apply for a student visa.
The deposit amount is one-third of your balance to JBU for the first year. Because the deposit amount varies depending on your financial aid offer, please connect with the international student admissions counselor to confirm the amount of your deposit.
The deposit may be paid by wire, over the phone or by check and is refundable until you enroll in classes.
Once the deposit is received (along with the items in Step 3), JBU will create the immigration document (Form I-20) you need to apply for a student visa. It is your responsibility to present all documents to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate to obtain a student visa.
International and MK Student Orientation will help you get to know other international students, connect you with the international programs staff and get you settled into your dorm before the remaining new students arrive. International orientation also includes getting your JBU ID, getting your Social Security card (for non-US citizens), setting up work-study, intercultural adjustment and re-entry sessions, an introduction to the Missionaries in Residence and lots of fun activities.
Date | Deadline |
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Oct. 1 | FAFSA opens – soft launch |
Oct. 2 | Financial aid awarding begins |
Oct. 21 | Deadline to complete your application file for consideration for an invitation to the Fall Scholarship Competition |
Jan. 1 | Deadline to apply and be eligible to participate in the Early Commit Track |
Jan. 25 | Deadline to complete your application file for consideration for an invitation to the Spring Scholarship Competition |
Feb. 1 | Deadline to commit to JBU as part of the Early Commit Track |
May 1 | Priority enrollment deposit deadline |
Jun. 14 | Eagle Base Camp |
Aug. 17–19 | International and MK Student Orientation |
Aug. 20–24 | New Student Orientation |
Aug. 25 | First day of classes |
John Brown University
2000 W. University St., Siloam Springs, AR 72761
479-524-9500 jbuinfo@jbu.edu
JBU does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, military status, or age in the administration of its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities.
John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education.