Submit all high school transcripts (in English), proof of English proficiency testing (unless eligible for a waiver), two letters of recommendation, and an essay or writing sample. The SAT or ACT is optional for most LIU programs.

Submit all transcripts (in English) from your bachelor’s degree program, proof of diploma if you have completed your degree, proof of English proficiency testing (unless eligible for a waiver), two letters of recommendation, a personal statement and resume / CV. Please note, some programs may have additional requirements.

Yes, international students are eligible for merit-based scholarships and are automatically reviewed for scholarship by our admissions committee at the time of admission. Additionally, international students are eligible for on-campus job opportunities and graduate assistantships.

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Many LIU majors do not require a NACES evaluation. However, the following applicants must submit a NACES evaluation:

• Transfer Applicants who were previously enrolled at a college or university located outside the US.
• Graduate Applicants in the following majors are required to submit a course-by-course NACES evaluation:
  
  

  Campus	Major
  POST	Adolescence Education 7-12 MS
  BROOKLYN	Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner NP MS
  POST	Behavior Analysis MA
  POST	Biomedical Sciences MS
  POST	Clinical Lab Sciences MS
  POST	Clinical Mental Health Counseling MS
  BROOKLYN	Clinical Psychology PhD
  POST	Comparative Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences MS
  POST	Educational Leadership MSED
  POST	Educational Technology MS
  BROOKLYN	Family Nurse Practitioner MS
  POST	Family Nurse Practitioner MS
  POST	Genetic Counseling MS
  POST	Library and Info Science MS
  POST	Nutrition MS
  BROOKLYN	Occupational Therapy BS/MS
  BROOKLYN	Physical Therapy DPT
  BROOKLYN	Physician Assistant MS
  POST	Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
  POST	School Counseling MS
  POST	Social Work MSW
  POST	Speech-Language Pathology MA
  BROOKLYN	Speech-Language Pathology MS
  POST	Transformational Leadership EdD
  POST	Veterinary Medicine DVM

LIU partners with NACES member, IEE to assist international applicants with their evaluation needs. IEE has created a custom application for LIU students that will make sure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate. You can access their application by clicking here.

Yes, all transcripts must be submitted in English. Please inquire with your prior institution about translation services or professional translation services in-country are acceptable.

Yes, all international students must submit ELPT or qualify for a valid waiver to study in the US. Please see the How to Apply to Long Island University page for more information.

“Visa Type” is a required question for non-U.S. citizens on the LIU online application for admission. As an undocumented student, you have the option to select “Other” at the bottom of the dropdown list for this question. This option is considered a valid response, and we recommend this choice for undocumented applicants, including those with DACA status.

Enrolled student status does not necessarily provide protection from removal; however, a 2011 memo from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) designates college campuses as “sensitive locations,” meaning that college campuses would not be the focus of law enforcement actions (i.e. arrests, searches, interviews, and surveillance) unless: (a) exigent circumstances exist; (b) other law enforcement actions have led officers to campus; or (c) prior approval is obtained.

“Visa Type” is a required question for non-U.S. citizens on the LIU online application for admission. As a Refugee or Asylee, you have the option to select “Refugee/Asylee” at the bottom of the dropdown list for this question. This option is considered a valid response, and we recommend this choice for Refugees and Asylees

Yes, you are considered an international student if you are Permanent Resident Pending or I-485 Pending. “Visa Type” is a required question for non-U.S. citizens on the LIU online application for admission. As a student who is PR Pending or I-485 Pending, you have the option to select “Other” at the bottom of the dropdown list for this question. This option is considered a valid response, and we recommend this choice for applicants who are PR Pending or I-485 Pending.

*An individual who has filed the I-485 application to adjust his or her status from a non-citizen to become a Permanent Resident is considered to be Pending for Permanent Residency (PR Pending or I-485 Pending). Like the Permanent Resident, the PR Pending may also enroll at LIU without any special visa or authorization from the International Admissions Office at LIU. This means that these students are not required to have an F-1 visa to study at LIU. It may be months or years before the pending status is resolved, so students should be aware of their options and the potential benefits and consequences of each.

**The information above is only for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. If you are seeking Permanent Residency or U.S. Citizenship, you should contact an immigration lawyer or other appropriate counsel for advice.