International Students

At Bridgewater State University, we want you to experience a community of learners that values diversity and the richness of a global community. We want you to join us from your homes all over the world and bring with you your language, experiences and your cultural perspectives to our American students, faculty and staff. Our international students bring the knowledge of the world to our campus. If you are an international student, our admissions team will work with you throughout the admissions process.

In addition to our supportive admissions team, international students are encouraged to utilize International Student Services (ISS). International Student Services' mission is to enhance the educational experiences of students and scholars and facilitate positive growth opportunities while continuing to evolve as a global community. ISS assists with maintenance of immigration status, on- and off-campus employment, pre-arrival and re-entry information, and conducts various informational workshops. ISS currently serves international students from Belize, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Cape Verde, China, England, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Malawi, Malaysia, Poland, Russia, South Korea, and Turkey. If you would like to contact ISS, please e-mail the staff at iss@bridgew.edu.

Though financial aid is not available to international students, there are a limited number of graduate assistantships, research assistantships, and graduate student scholarships available for eligible students who demonstrate financial need.
 

Attention International Applicants
At this time all prospective international students must apply using the paper application.


For more information, please see the Graduate Admissions Information for International Students (PDF).  In this document, you will find information regarding the following:

  • General Information

  • Minimum Admission Requirements

  • Application for Admission

  • Deadlines

  • Materials, Records, and Forms to be Submitted

  • Explanation of Admission Requirements

  • Estimate of Yearly Expenses

  • After Acceptance

NOTE: ALL INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MUST TAKE THE BSU SPONSORED HEALTH INSURANCE. TRAVEL INSURANCE IS NOT HEALTH INSURANCE ACCORDING TO THE STATE LAWS OF MASSACHUSETTS. You may enroll on-line after July1, 2011. A brochure and link is on the Bridgewater State University Health Services web site. International Students may download the Health Record Form here. You must be registered for courses to enroll.

Last Modified: June 19, 2012