Geneva College extends to you, an invitation to apply for admission today! Applying for admission does not obligate you to enroll at Geneva College. It simply gives our professional counselors the information they need to serve you well as you make your college decision.
The Application Process
In assessing your potential for success at Geneva, academic capabilities, as well as involvement in church, school and community activities are considered. The application process is designed as a tool for making these assessments of each student. Each application is considered on an individual basis; so we encourage you to provide any additional information you feel would be useful as an admission decision is made.
Admission Requirements
The following items must be submitted before an admission decision can be made:
- Application for Admission.
Complete the application for admission in its entirety. Links for the appropriate application are listed below.
Students who have citizenship in the USA (or are permanent residents of the U.S.) should complete the domestic application.
Students who do not have citizenship in the USA, should complete the international application.
Application Fee. A non-refundable application fee of $40(U.S.) must accompany the application. A bank draft or money order should be made payable to Geneva College.
Letter of Financial Backing. A letter of financial backing is an official document from a financial institution certifying that sufficient financial resources are available to pay your expenses while you are in the U.S.A. Please include bank statements or other supporting documentation that substantiates the ability to meet financial obligations.
Official Transcripts. You must provide official transcripts from all educational institutions you have attended, including secondary school and college transcripts, graduation certificates, etc. These transcripts must be officially translated into English and must be sent directly from the school(s).
Academic Recommendation. You are required to supply at least one letter of reference from an individual (non-relative) who is familiar with your academic background.
Test Scores. Results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) must accompany your application for admission. Acceptable TOEFL scores for admission are 480 (paper based) or higher or 157 (computerized) or higher.
Other Test Scores. Certified results of the standard examination for entry into higher education in your own country (if applicable) must accompany your application for admission. A minimum of six passes at the Ordinary Level (O-Level) of the General Certificate of Education (GCE) is required for admission.
Upon receipt of the items listed above, an admission decision will be made. Once admitted to Geneva College, to secure your enrollment, you must submit a tuition/room & board deposit of $1,000(U.S.) ($850(U.S.)/tuition deposit, $150(U.S.) room deposit). Upon enrollment, the $850(U.S.) will be credited to your first semester’s costs. This deposit is refundable until May 1 if you do not enroll at Geneva College.
