Green Mountain College: Admissions

International Student FAQ

What's the application procedure for international students? What are the deadlines?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year, but international students should expect the admissions and student visa process to take several months. Before an application for an international student can be reviewed, it must include a full record of secondary school transcripts, SAT and/or ACT and/or TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) test scores, a letter of recommendation, a personal statement, and a certificate of finance.

There are no minimum requirements for international students who take the SAT or ACT. International students who opt to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) must score above 173 on the computer-based test or above 500 on the paper-based test.

Once an application is complete the Admissions Office reviews it. Decisions are typically made within 4 to 6 weeks.

Is the SAT or ACT required for international students?
International Students are encouraged to take the SAT or ACT, but students may opt to take the TOEFL instead. No other standardized tests will be accepted in place of any of these tests.

What is the average financial aid package for international students? What are the deadlines?
During the 2007-2008 academic year, 90 percent of international students received financial assistance. The average institutional grant or scholarship for international students was $16,000.

Although Green Mountain College is committed to rewarding international students with excellent academic records, you should be aware that we still expect you contribute significantly to your own education. Scholarships are available from other outside sources, and we are willing to work with you to find other opportunities for financial assistance.

What is it like to live at Green Mountain College?
Green Mountain College is located in Poultney, Vermont, a rural historic town of 3,500 people in the beautiful Vermont countryside. Poultney is located in the northeastern part of the United States, situated about four hours north of New York City and three hours northwest of Boston. The weather in Vermont varies throughout the year: the average high temperature in January is -1 degree Celsius and the average high temperature in July is 16 degrees Celsius. Poultney typically receives 170 centimeters of snowfall each winter.

Green Mountain's setting provides opportunities for a variety of outdoor activities and adventure programming, as well as cultural offerings in nearby cities. Our intimate, community centered campus makes students the priority. Personal attention and support from faculty and staff will make your transition to the United States a painless process!

How do I obtain a visa to study in the United States?
Once you have been accepted and have committed to attending Green Mountain College and you have completed all necessary forms, Green Mountain College will send you an I-20 authorization. The I-20 form must be brought to the United States embassy in your country in order to obtain a student visa.

Before the I-20 is issued, United States Immigration regulations require you to complete a Certificate of Finances Form, with supporting documentation. All available funds should be listed in U.S. dollars. In certain cases, Green Mountain may require international students to pay their tuition bill prior to issuing an I-20 authorization. All fees, deposits and tuition payments must be remitted to the College in U.S. dollars. Electronic transfer of funds is available. You may download the Certificate of Finances Form here.

To see the general FAQ with answers to a broad range of questions about student life, academics and admissions, click here.