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Persons who are interested in receiving general information or making application to Gannon should write or call: Office of Admissions Gannon University 109 University Square Erie, Pennsylvania 16541-0001 (814) 871-7240 1-800-GANNON-U admissions@gannon.edu www.gannon.edu
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 1. International students should apply as soon as possible for visa issuance purposes. Gannon recommends July 1st for the next fall intake and December 1 for the next spring intake to ensure for the proper time frame. International students need to send the following: a. A completed International Undergraduate Admission Application with the required application fee. b. Transcripts and final exam results from all secondary (high school) and/or postsecondary schools attended; English translations are required. c. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) IELTS (International English Language Testing System), or other evidence of English proficiency if native language is not English. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper test) or 213 (computer test) or 79 (Internet based - iBT) or a 6.0 on the IELTS is required – for exemption from on-campus ESL testing and placement. We also accept L.I.F.E. program level 12 and ESL Language Center level 112 in lieu of TOEFL. d. Applicants who meet the academic requirements for a specific program, but who do not satisfy the English-language requirement, may be offered admission to the university. These students will be required to complete testing for English-language proficiency upon arrival and participate in our English as a Second Language (ESL) Program if necessary. e. A completed Affidavit of Support Form along with a bank statement showing appropriate funds in U.S. dollars. Gannon University is required by United States immigration law to verify financial resources available for a student's educational and related expenses. f. All undergraduates must live on campus prior to the age of 21 and submit a $100 deposit in order to reserve a room. Without the deposit, Gannon cannot guarantee a room. g. All transfer students must submit the International Transfer Applicant Form. This form is to be completed by the International Student Advisor or designated equivalent at the applicant's current school. 2. Residency - All unmarried international students, under 21 years of age, are required to live in our University housing until they have completed four regular semesters of University study. Gannon University does not provide off-campus housing. However, the International Student Office will assist students in finding suitable housing in the area. Students must notify the Registrar's Office of their local address once they attain housing in the area.