Getting an I-20 from La Verne

Applying from outside the USA

  1. Apply to the university.
  2. Finish the application process (reference letters, transcripts, proof of English proficiency) and provide proof of finances (financial certification of sponsor and bank statement of sponsor, etc.)
  3. When all the documents are in and acceptance is confirmed you will receive a letter from the school, college or department stating that you are admitted to the program.
  4. You will also receive a letter from the Undergraduate or Graduate Admissions offices acknowledging that you are admitted and that you may pay the $200 non-refundable confirmation fee.
  5. You will receive an email with instructions on filling out the I-20 and how to upload your supporting documents.
  6. ISSA will contact you once your I-20 has been issued.

Applying within the USA

  1. Apply to the university.
  2. Finish the application process (reference letters, transcripts, proof of English proficiency) and provide proof of finances (financial certification of sponsor and bank statement of sponsor, etc.)
  3. When all the documents are in and acceptance is confirmed you will receive a letter from the school, college or department stating that you are admitted to the program.
  4. You will also receive a letter from the Undergraduate or Graduate Admissions offices acknowledging that you are admitted and that you may pay the $200 non-refundable confirmation fee.
  5. You will receive an email with instructions on filling out the I-20 and how to upload your supporting documents. Then you will contact your current school and inform them you are planning on transferring.
  6. ISSA will contact you once your I-20 has been issued.
  • If you are transferring to La Verne from another institution within the U.S., read the Transfer Instructions on how to transfer in your I-20.
  • Note that you should register for classes only after all of the documents are confirmed and everything is in order in the ISSA.

If you have any questions regarding the I-20 application process, please email us at: international@laverne.edu.

For questions regarding scholarships and financial aid for international students, please click here.