Studying at Bemidji State University is an exciting and fulfilling experience. Filling out the paperwork? Not so much. At BSU, we will help you through the process, from application to registration.

Your application for admission and supporting credentials should be submitted as early as possible. We recommend you submit your application at least six months prior to your anticipated start date to allow for the time it takes to submit your required documentation and have everything approved, visa appointment wait times, arranging BSU housing, packing and travel arrangements.

Application Submission Deadlines

All international applications are processed on a rolling basis, however, there are admission deadlines. Submit your application on or before the date listed below.

All new international students are required to arrive in Bemidji one week before each term starts to participate in the mandatory new international student orientation. The BSU International Program Center conducts the orientation every fall and spring terms. International students have the option of beginning in August (fall) or January (spring). Summer starts are not available.

	Applicants Outside the U.S. and Canada	Applicants Inside the U.S. and Canada
Fall Semester	June 15	July 15
Spring Semester	October 15	November 15

Admission Requirements

International students are required to register under the federal Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).

International students usually need an F-1 or J-1 visa to enter the United States to study. Once you are in the U.S., it is relatively easy for you to transfer to Bemidji State University.

If you are in the United States on a temporary visa other than F-1 or J-1 visa and would like to study at BSU as an F-1 or J-1 student, please contact International Program Center by phone at (218) 755-4096 or by email at international@bemidjistate.edu.

If you are currently a U.S citizen, you have a U.S. permanent resident card (green card) including those who have submitted residency application documents to the USCIS but have not received formal approval or you are an undocumented immigrant or a refugee, Please contact Office of Admissions by phone at (218) 755-2040, Toll Free: at 1-877-BEMIDJI (236-4354) or by email at admissions@bemidjistate.edu.

Canadian Applicants

Canadian students do not need an F-1 student visa but do need an I-20 to attend BSU as an international student.