International students need an F-1 or J-1 visa to travel to the United States. The university will issue Form I-20 or DS-2019 (as applicable) to students who have been accepted for admission. They will receive the forms once admission is confirmed and can start the visa process.

To obtain the form I-20 or DS-2019, students must submit the following details to the admissions board:

• Passport copy (photo page)
• A valid bank statement, presenting funds that can cover education and living expenses
• Declaration and Certification of Finances

The documents above must be submitted in PDF format to immigration@uakron.edu

After receiving the I-20/DS-2019, students can apply for the visa to the nearby consulate or embassy.