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International Graduate Transfer Students

Apply online by going to the following website: apply.ualr.edu. Please to fill in every box that has a red star beside it. Write down and remember your security questions on the third screen (if perhaps you have to stop in the middle of the application, or need to change something on the application at a later date).  It is important to use a valid email address. You will be sent an email reminder with your security information as well as an email upon completion of your application.  It is important that you print out and keep your Student ID number that is given to you at the end of the application.

To successfully complete your application to UALR, please submit the following:

Transferring to UALR

  1. Students transferring from another institution within the United States must submit a Transfer In Request Form completed by the applicant and by the International Student Advisor of the institution the applicant is currently attending. SEVIS file must also be transferred electronically by the previous institution to UALR.
  2. Proof of English Proficiency for non-native speakers of English:
    - TOEFL score of 80 or higher (internet-based), unless otherwise stipulated by your program of study - Scores must be reported to UALR directly from ETS (UALR Code is: 6368).

    3. To successfully complete your application to UALR, please submit the following:

      Required for the issuance of an I-20:  

    1. A non-refundable U.S. $40.00 application fee (please make checks payable to UALR).
    2. Original transcripts from current non-U.S. institution, with an official English translation and a course by course evaluation from any NACES certified agency.For details visit:NACES: www.naces.org/members.htm
      AACRAO: www.aacrao.org/international/foreignEdCred.cfm
    3. Proof of English Proficiency for non-native speakers of English.
    4. Completed and signed certification of Financial Support for at least U.S. $20,000.00 with attached documentation (examples include, bank statements, letter of sponsorship, scholarship letters, etc.). Download the Financial Responsibility Form.
    5. Completed Transfer In Request Form. SEVIS file must also be transferred electronically by the previous institution to UALR (applies only to students transferring to UALR from an institution in the U.S.).
    6. Official test score required by graduate program (GRE, GMAT, or LSAT).

OIS strongly encourages all new International students receive required immunizations before they arrive if beginning during the Fall 2011 semester.  Please click here for more information.

      Required to complete your application to UALR (may be submitted upon arrival):  

    1. Copy of Visa (may be submitted to OIS after arriving to the U.S.).
    2. Proof of immunization (obtained at Health Services at UALR after arrival to UALRunless processed before arrival).

      3. All of the above information should be sent to:
      UALR Graduate Admissions
      2801 S. University Ave.
      Little Rock, AR 72204

      Download the Transfer In Request Form

      Additional Information

      Visit the Admission & Application section of our FAQ page to find out more about the requirements.

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Updated 4.21.2011