How to Apply
Welcome to the application process for Belhaven’s graduate intenational degree programs! Designed for your convenience, we trust you will find the online application trouble-free and speedy.
Be sure to submit all required documents so we can quickly review your application for acceptance, and if you have any questions during the process, please do not hesitate to contact us at 601-974-6366 or gradinternational@belhaven.edu. We look forward to receiving your application!
Step 1: Start the Application
Once you start the application and click "submit" on the first page, you can continue to fill it out or save it and return to the application without losing any of your information. After submitting your application, you will be able to track your application status throughout the admission process. Pay the $25 application fee online upon completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Supplemental Information
Supplemental information can be submitted through your application profile. However, official transcripts must still be sent directly from the college(s) where courses have been taken. Select from the list below to see what supplemental items are required.
I am an International Student
I am an International Student
Step 3: F-1 Visa Information
When you become a Belhaven student the Graduate International office, will assist you in keeping your F-1 visa status in good standing. Here are some key reminders:
- Remain a full-time student, which is 6 credit hours per term.
- Keep your I-20 current. Any change of local address, change in academic program, or change in employer for CPT must be reported to the Graduate International Office.
- Keep your passport current. Contact your home country’s embassy for renewal information. https://www.usembassy.gov/
- Check in before you travel outside the USA. See the Belhaven University DSO for signature on your I-20.
- Know F-1 visa grace periods.
- Students may enter the country up to 30 days before but no later than the program start date on the I-20.
- At the conclusion of your program as stated on your I-20, you have 60 days to depart the US.
Step 4: Review Computer Requirements
Students taking online courses are responsible for having the required hardware and software prior to each term start date.
What's Next?
- Take time to visit the degree page for the program you are interested in to see specific admission requirements.
- Your admission representative will be contacting you soon and will work with you to determine what, if any, additional items may be required to present your application package to the Admission Committee (resume, Letters of Recommendation, GMAT, MAT or GRE test results or personal essays).
Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy for Students:
Belhaven University does not discriminate in the administration of its education policies, applications for admission, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic and extracurricular programs. The rights, privileges, programs and activities at Belhaven University are made available to all students who are enrolled regardless of sex, religion, color, national origin, handicap or age.