International Students

There is nothing quite like the tapestry of cultures in New York City. The King’s College is privileged to have students from all over the world – students who share the common desire to lead the strategic public and private institutions of their countries.

As mentioned before, The King’s College is not for everyone. Our curriculum requires a high level of written and oral communication. We are committed to helping you determine if it is an appropriate match for you. Due to the increased level of international applicants, we request that you complete a short international applicant questionnaire to identify you as a candidate for admissions. This is the first step in the international student application process. A “Step by Step Guide to Enrollment” and an application invitation will be emailed to you once we have assessed your completed questionnaire. You will need to complete an I20 application in order to be approved for an F-1 visa.

There are many challenges that accompany a course of study in a different country, but the benefits are tremendous. If you think you are ready to pursue a degree at The King’s College, please proceed to our International Applicant Questionnaire.

If you have questions for us, please feel free to email Luke Smith at lsmith@tkc.edu. Mr. Smith works with all of our International Students. The Frequently Asked Questions section below may be helpful as well.

International FAQ's

1. Does The King's College have many students from other nations?
2. Do I need the TOEFL exam in order to apply?
3. What is an F-1 Student Visa and will I need one?
4. How do I obtain an F-1 Visa?
5. Can I convert a different visa to a F-1 visa?
6. How do I obtain an I20 Certificate of Eligibility?
7. Are international students eligible for financial aid?
8. Is there housing available for International Students?
9. Are International Students allowed to work?
10. What if my English isn’t good enough?

1. Does The King’s College have many students from other nations?

Yes! The King’s College is driven by a vision to impact the world through leadership. For this reason, we are excited to have many international students. We have students that have traveled from every continent (except Antarctica). International students make up about 2% of our current student body.
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2.  Do I need the TOEFL exam in order to apply?

Yes, you need to take the TOEFL examine before you come to King's. In special cases students will be granted provisional admissions to our intensive language program or degree program without first taking a TOEFL. These students will be asked to take this exam upon arrival at King’s.

The King’s College offers rigorous classes that require a strong grasp of the English language. For this reason, in order to be admitted as a regular student you must score a 550 or more on the TOEFL examine (paper based). However, we will provisionally admit students who show academic preparation and leadership potential consistent with our admissions criteria, despite a lower TOEFL score. These students will start in our intensive language program and must score above a 550 before starting a degree program.
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3.  What is an F-1 Student Visa and will I need one?

In order to gain access to the United States of American as a student you will need to obtain a specific F 1 student visa. This gives you the freedom to pass to and from US customs and to live in the US for the time allotted on the visa. If you do not possess a US passport or green card you will need this Visa, regardless of other documentation you may currently possess.
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4.  How do I obtain an F-1 Visa?

What is an I20? The F-1 Visa can be obtained by submitting an “I20 Certificate of Eligibility” to the local embassy or consulate in your country. This I20 is a national computerized certificate that proves that you intend to come as a student of a particular school. It is a statement by that school, which acknowledges that a student is accepted and is capable of paying tuition, fees and all living expenses for the entire stay in the USA.
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5.  Can I convert a different visa to a F-1 visa?

The process of converting a visa is almost the same as obtaining a new visa. In almost every case you must set up an interview for the F-1 from your home country embassy, where you will be asked to submit an I20.
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6.  How do I obtain an I20 Certificate of Eligibility?

Acquiring an I20 is a process. First you must apply and be accepted to The King’s College. International students apply using the same application that US students’ use located under admissions on our website. Once accepted you will be asked to supply one or more “Affidavits of Support”. These are forms given by you, your parents and other supporters, where the provider commits to contribute a said amount for each year of study. Along with this statement the provider must include proof of income (bank statements and payment stubs) that show they have the means to do this. The last step is to make your first payment, which is usually the net amount of your of your first year’s tuition and living expenses, after financial aid.
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7.  Are international students eligible for financial aid?

Yes! The King’s College seeks to empower all its accepted students to attend and will do everything possible to provide financial assistance in the form of scholarships and grants. This is awarded after a completed Financial Aid application, including proof of income, is submitted.
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8.  Is there housing available for International Students?

While there is housing available for any student of The King’s College, it is worthwhile to seek off-campus housing with friends or family. The I20 application requires that you provide payment for your first year of housing or that you supply an affidavit of support from a host person that commits to providing you with lodging. The latter can greatly reduce the net payment needed for an I20.
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9.  Are International Students allowed to work?

Many international students desire to embark on the noble task of working their way through college. Unfortunately, US law does not allow F-1 students to work off-campus during the duration of their status. However, international students may work on-campus of the college they are attending. There are a few regulations governing this type of employment; students may only work 20 hours per week while school is in session but may work full-time during scheduled vacations (i.e. Christmas and summer). This type of employment requires that the student obtain a Social Security Number. To do this the student will need to acquire a letter from the International Student Services Office.
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10.  What if my English isn’t good enough?

We recommend that you learn English in New York City with PALS. PALS is a Christian non-profit Intensive English Program which equips students with effective English communication skills for social, academic, and professional success. Originally established by The King's College in 2000, the Program for American Language Studies, Inc (PALS) is an independently incorporated entity which still maintains an affiliation with the college.
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The King’s College admits students of any race to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The King’s College does not discriminate on the basis of race in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.