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Application Deadlines
| Students seeking an F-1 Visa | Students with an active F-1 Visa | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall (August) Start | May 1 | August 10 |
| Spring (January) Start | September 1 | December 20 |
Application Process
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Log in to the Online Application
Go to the online application, which is part of our secure online database.
New student? Select 'Create StarID' and follow the instructions.
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Personal Information
- Fill out your name exactly as it appears on your passport.
- You are not required to put a social security number.
- For your birthdate, use month/day.
- Answer the Veteran status and parent education questions to the best of your knowledge.
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Citizenship Information
- Choose "International Visa Holder or Seeker."
- Select if you have a U.S. student visa or need to apply.
- Select your visa type.
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Contact Information
Address:
- You will be required to provide your permanent address, which is the address you are currently living at.
- You may leave local address blank.
- You will be required to enter the address from the country that issued your passport. This is needed to generate your F-1 visa documents.
Phone:
- Do not enter a plus sign before your phone number.
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Education Information
Fill in your education information:
- If you attended high school outside of the United States, choose "non-US" and "other-international."
- Enter details for any colleges or universities you’ve attended. Leave blank if none.
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Confidential Information
This section is voluntary and you are not required to answer any or all of the questions.
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Program of Study
- Complete the major section with the term that you want to begin.
- Select "earn bachelor's degree" for education intent and full-time student (required for F-1 or J-1).
- For the campus, choose Minnesota State University, Mankato.
- Select the major you plan to pursue and choose "On Campus" as your delivery method.
- Your I-20 will list the major(s) from your admission application.
- Minors are not included on the I-20.
- Each major is assigned a CIP Code (Classification of Instructional Programs Code), which is predetermined and tied to your field of study. This code cannot be changed by the Kearney Center.
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Additional Information
The Additional Information section is optional — you can skip it unless you choose to provide details.
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Review and Submit all Documentation
Review your application and use promo code "INTLMAV" to waive the application fee.
Submit Your International Paperwork
We’ve moved to a new platform and can’t wait for you to experience it! If you need to send us documents—like transcripts, test scores, or a passport copy—please email them to intladmt@mnsu.edu with your TechID. Soon, you’ll upload everything directly through the new system and not via email.
- Copy of passport ID page
- English language proficiency scores
- Transcripts, test results, diplomas and certificates
- Optional: SAT or ACT scores
- Application Fee