International Students
If you are a prospective student that is not a citizen for the United States nor have "Permanent Resident" status you are considered an international student. As an international student you will enjoy the opportunity of living and learning on one of the most spectacular campuses in the United States. Cultural immersion activities, co-curricular activities, and having personal interaction with your professors are just a few of the attributes that make a Lake Erie College education phenomenal.
Here's what you need to apply:
- Application fee: free for those who apply online
- Undergraduate TOEFL 550 (213 on computer-based test) or STEP Eiken 1st and Pre-1st Grade level (for Japanese students)
Graduate TOEFL 590 (225 on the computer test). - Certified documentation/ "Affidavit of Support? of funds to support student for one year
- At least $20,000 (U.S.)
- For education, transportation and maintenance
- International Financial Aid Application
- Certificate of Finances
- High School (secondary school) Transcripts/Documentation
- Certificates of Completion
- College or University Transcripts/Documentation if applicable
The above documents must be submitted with English translations. Application requirements must be satisfied before I-20 forms are issued. In addition, International students are not eligible for any United States Financial Aid or any grant or scholarships from the State of Ohio. All grants and scholarships are institutional.
Common Application
The Common Application is a not-for-profit organization that serves students and member institutions by providing an admission application--online and in print--that students may submit to any of our 415 members. Candidates for first-time, transfer or international admission can complete the Common Application as an alternative to the Lake Erie College application process.











