International Students

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You are welcome here! Located in the heart of southeastern North Carolina, UNCP is a place where international students thrive — supported by a diverse campus community, small class sizes and meaningful opportunities to connect, grow and succeed. As part of the University of North Carolina System, UNC Pembroke will ensure you have the  academic foundation to pursue bold dreams on a global scale.

Application Deadlines

While UNCP offers rolling admission, we encourage you to apply early for priority consideration. For freshmen and transfer students, admissions decisions are typically communicated within two weeks of receiving your application and all required documents. You can apply up to a year before your intended start term.
 
Undergraduate
• Fall (begins in August): May 1 application submission deadline; all supporting documents due by May 15.
• Spring (begins in January): October 1 application submission deadline; all supporting documents due by October 15.
 
Graduate
Deadlines vary by program. Please refer to the deadlines posted for each program within the Graduate School.




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Ways to Apply

Choose the application option that best suits you.
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UNC Pembroke Application

You can apply directly through the UNCP application and take advantage of the platform to not only manage your application but view your application status and schedule a visit to campus. Create your account using a personal email you frequently check, login, select your student type and complete your application.
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Common App

UNCP is a member of the Common Application. Apply to UNCP through the Common Application by creating an account, selecting UNCP as your institution and completing the required sections to submit your application with ease.

Determine Your Student Type

A complete application for admission includes:

  • Completed online application
  • Non-refundable application fee
  • English-language translation of official high school transcript
  • Applicants may be required to submit English-proficiency and test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT or ACT scores)
    • UNCP's codes are: TOEFL: 5534, SAT: 5534 and ACT: 3138
  • Completed online application
  • Non-refundable application fee
  • English-language translation of official high school transcript(s)
  • Certified/Official English-language translation of transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended
  • Applicants may be required to submit English-proficiency scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT or ACT scores)
    • UNCP's codes are: TOEFL: 5534, SAT: 5534 and ACT: 3138

English Language Institute (ELI)

Students who do not meet UNCP's minimum English language requirement can apply to the ELI and matriculate to academic classes upon successfully completing the program. The ELI at UNCP offers intensive English language instruction, pre-academic training and cultural orientation for international students preparing to pursue higher education in the United States.

Please contact the Office of Global Engagement for more information: 910.775.4095

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Braves Horizons
International Virtual Admissions Session

Join Global Engagement, Admissions, Orientation and Housing for a virtual event tailored specifically for international students.

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Next Steps

Finished your application? Learn more about the next steps in the new student process, including admissions and visa application procedures, guidance on immigration requirements and document shipping and tips for preparing for arrival.

Immigration Process

Financial aid eligibility will depend on what visa classification you hold. A traditional F-1 visa holder does not qualify for any U.S. Federal Financial Aid. However, you may be eligible for other sources of funding such as external scholarships or private loans.

Our office has incorporated some external links below to research scholarship opportunities:

Scholarships for International Students | BestColleges

International Scholarships Search | Financial Aid To Study Abroad

List of Scholarships for International Students | eduPASS

Hispanic and Latino Scholarships

College y Consejos, an initiative of LatinxEd

Brooks Law Scholarship

Our institutional scholarships for students are located under the BraveAssist portal. You will log into this using your UNCP login credentials and complete a general application, then you will be auto-matched to any scholarship that you may qualify for.

Here are scholarship opportunities across the U.S. for international students.

For a detailed breakdown of expenses and to explore financial planning resources, please visit our Cost of Attendance page. You would be considered a "Non-Resident" student.

Tour our Campus

Experience UNC Pembroke from anywhere in the world through our immersive virtual tours. Explore our campus in 3D at FrameVR, where you can navigate key landmarks and get a feel for student life. For a guided experience, visit our interactive tour to learn about academic buildings, residence halls and more. These virtual options provide international students with a comprehensive view of UNCP's welcoming environment and vibrant community.
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Get In Touch

Our counselors are here to answer any questions you have.

or call us at 910.775.4055

Send us a message and one of our counselors will get back to you.