Welcome to UNK Global Admissions! The University of Nebraska at Kearney welcomes international students from across the world. Our diverse community of students and scholars attracts more than 300 international students to our campus. We are excited of your interest in UNK. Use the below links to learn more about our application process.
Application Process
Complete Online Application
Undergraduate or Transfer Student; English Language Institute; Exchange/Visiting Student: Complete the undergraduate online application and pay the $45 application fee with a credit card
Application Deadlines:
Fall: May 15
Spring: October 15
Summer: February 15
Graduate Student: Complete the graduate student application
(Graduate Student Applications are processed through the Graduate Admissions office)
Please refer to the Graduate Admissions website for program deadlines
Receive Admission Information/Obtain Visa
After our office has received your application, required documents, and fees, you will receive an email informing you of your admission decision or request for further information within approximately 7-10 business days. Admitted students will receive an admission packet with the following:
- Acceptance letter
- Form I-20 (F1) or DS-2019 (J1) – immigration document certifying UNK admission and to apply for student visa
- Must submit financial affidavit form and bank document before we can issue you a I-20 or DS-2019 form to apply for a student visa
- Pre-Arrival Guide – information guide explaining necessary items to complete before arrival to UNK
Once you receive your admission packet, please complete the following steps to obtain your student visa:
- Complete the I-901 SEVIS fee payment here: https://www.fmjfee.com/#
- Complete the DS-160 online nonimmigrant visa application form here: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
- Once you have completed these steps, you can sign up for your visa interview here: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
Additional information about obtaining your visa; Education USA; Destination USA; USCIS
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UNK embraces diversity and accepts people of all cultures because celebrating the differences in people leads to a more rewarding experience. Here, you’ll receive a quality education and world experience in a safe environment.
"Affordable tuition and the location brought me to Kearney from Senegal, but the community and people are the reason that I stayed. Dr. Longo was one of my favorite professors, and he helped me grow not only personally but also professionally. I was also so grateful for the support from the Office of International Education. They are the reason that I decided to work in international education. My advice to international students is to get involved and live on-campus!"
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