Are you an international student interested in Shawnee State?
Welcome! Our Office of Admission and Center for International Programs and Study Abroad at 51°µÍø work closely to assist international students interested in attending our university.
To apply to 51°µÍø, submit the following:
- $50 Application Fee
- Final High School Transcript
- of (High school transcripts or International college/university)
- Optional Alternative: Official NACES Evaluation or AICE Evaluation of all secondary coursework, if the school is outside the United States
- SSU requires a course-by-course evaluation by a member of either the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) for all post-secondary (college level) academic coursework earned outside the United States. A list of accepted evaluation companies is available at  for NACES.
- TEC (formerly SpanTran) has created a custom application for 51°µÍø that will make sure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate. You can access their application here:Â
- Please request the evaluation be sent directly to 51°µÍø via the evaluation company’s portal for Shawne State or emailed to rwarner@shawnee.edu
- Standardized Test Score (SAT or ACT)
- English Proficiency Score (IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo)
- Bank Statement ($32,575)
- Copy of Current Passport (Must have 6 months validity)
View our International Student Admission Requirements for details and assistance in submitting your information.
After we receive your application, you will receive a letter of acceptance from the Office of Admission with information about attending orientation, registering for classes, and how to access MySSU – your official student portal to access important information such as financial aid notices, transfer credits, and account information.
You will also receive a letter of acceptance from the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences or Dean of the College of Professional Studies, depending on your chosen field of study.