SAGU Admissions
Admissions Requirements
- First Time International Students
- International Transfer Students
- I-20 Issuance
- Provisional Acceptance of International Students
First Time International Students
For admissions consideration into Southwestern Assemblies of God University, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Submit an official transcript showing the date of graduation and a minimum GPA of 2.0* from a secondary institution equivalent to a U.S. college preparatory secondary institution. Transcripts from non-U.S. schools must be submitted to a third party evaluator for equivalency determination and translation.
- Submit a completed and signed application for admission. You may apply online or print an online application.
- Enclose a $35.00 non-refundable application fee; this fee is a one-time processing charge.
- Submit the Minister’s Reference Form. The form should be from a licensed or ordained minister who has personal knowledge of your Christian lifestyle, ministry and moral integrity.
- Submit a well-written essay as described in the application discussing your personal and academic background, salvation experience, ministry involvement and future plans.
- Submit the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of: 525 Paper-Based, 197 Computer-Based, or 71 Internet-Based. (Students whose native language is English are exempt from this requirement.)
- Submit scores from the American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) taken within the last 5 years. The minimum score required for the ACT is a composite of 18*, or a combined new SAT score of 1300* (Critical Reading + Math + Writing) or a combined old SAT score of 870* (Critical Reading + Math). ACT testing centers are available internationally and, in certain instances, upon request. For more information, please go to www.act.org.
- International students who are not financially able to support their studies must arrange for their own financial sponsors. Financial sponsors are expected to assume all expenses incurred while at Southwestern. An I-134 Affidavit of Support Form or notarized letter must be completed to verify sponsorship. I-134 forms can be downloaded online at www.uscis.gov. Current, official bank statements indicating at least six (6) months of activity must accompany all Affidavits of Support. If students intend to support themselves during their stay in the US, they must provide proof of financial capability to pay all expenses associated with studying at SAGU. Students may request a list of projected expenses from the International Student Advisor.
All materials submitted during the admissions process become property of Southwestern and will not be returned.
*Students that do not meet the minimum academic admissions requirements may be considered for admissions on a case-by-case basis as determined by the Admissions Committee. See Provisional Acceptance of International Students.
International Transfer Students
In addition to the requirements stated above, international students wishing to transfer from another U.S. institution must:
- Present documentation indicating valid non-immigrant status
- Provide official transcripts from previous institution.
- Once all application materials have been received and reviewed, the International Student Advisor will submit a Transfer Clearance Form to the student’s previous institution.
International students desiring to transfer coursework from a non-U.S. institution must have their transcripts evaluated by a third party evaluator approved by Southwestern.
I-20 Issuance
When all admissions information is complete, the records will be carefully evaluated. If admission requirements are met, an I-20 and an acceptance letter will be issued. I-20’s are mailed via an international carrier. They can not be faxed or emailed.
Provisional Acceptance of International Students
The Admissions Committee will use the above guidelines to determine the applicants' Admission status. Students will be notified of their status at the time of acceptance. If deemed necessary, a student may be given provisional admittance and must abide by the following:
- Enroll in and successfully complete developmental courses as determined by ACT/SAT scores.
- Enroll in no more than 13 -14 credit hours for each of the first two semesters.
- Achieve at least a 2.0 GPA in order to enroll in the next semester and achieve at least a 2.0 GPA for the year in order to enroll in the next year.
- Enroll in and successfully complete GES1122 Strategies for Student Success. Enroll in a one (1) hour, Credit/No Credit (CR/NC) class through the Achievement Center each of the first two semesters. (GES 0011 AIM I and GES 0021 AIM II)