International Student Services
The International Student Experience at Valpo
Taking your college journey abroad is a big step in your life and your education 鈥 which is why we鈥檙e here to help you every step of the way. Our team in the Office of International Programs is dedicated to making your transition to Beacon life as seamless as possible, from navigating the admission process to getting connected with fellow students.

Whether your goal is to come to Valpo as an undergraduate student or pursue an advanced degree as a graduate student, you鈥檒l find the support you need to navigate our admission process.
Undergraduate Students:
Kicking off your college career is already exciting 鈥 and doing so abroad only adds to your experience, from immersing yourself in a new culture to exploring different academic opportunities.
We understand, though: While you鈥檙e starting your application, it鈥檚 easy to feel overwhelmed about the tasks you need to complete in order to actually enroll at Valpo. And that鈥檚 where we come in!
The Office of International Programs offers a step-by-step guide to completing everything you need for admission to Valpo: your application profile, your reflective essay, proof of English language proficiency, transcript evaluation, and more! View our admission process and requirements at the link below:
Graduate Students:
You鈥檝e decided you want to advance your career and continue your education here at Valpo! That鈥檚 great news 鈥 and we鈥檙e so excited to be a part of your journey. So, what鈥檚 next?
International students who want to pursue a graduate degree here at Valpo can follow our step-by-step application process found at the link below. Here, you鈥檒l find guidance on key application aspects like essay requirements, recommendation letters, proof of English language proficiency and financial support, application deadlines, and more.
Need assistance?
No matter if you鈥檙e an undergraduate or graduate student, we鈥檙e here to help make your enrollment journey as smooth as possible. If you have questions at any point in the application process, please contact our office at:
Welcome to 黑料网! At this point, you鈥檙e officially admitted 鈥 which means your new checklist is all about getting you to campus. At the link below, you鈥檒l find essential information about pre-arrival immigration documents, health requirements 鈥 like immunization records and health insurance, how to find housing, and when you鈥檒l meet your new classmates at FOCUS, New-Student Orientation.
Getting Your I-20
Within 1鈥2 days of paying your enrollment deposit, you’ll receive an email titled “Submit financial document for I-20…” Follow the instructions in that email to access iValpo, where you’ll complete the required financial support form. Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation, and the Office of International Programs will process your form and prepare your I-20 within three business days.
Remember: You can always reach out to our office if you have any questions about what comes next! Contact us at:
Now that you鈥檙e here, the Office of International Programs wants to make sure your experience at Valpo is everything you imagined it would be. We are dedicated to providing you with everything you need to succeed 鈥 and to make memories you鈥檒l cherish while doing so!
Looking for tips on how to navigate American culture, meet fellow international students in several of our campus clubs and organizations, find employment opportunities in Northwest Indiana, or new national immigration policy updates? Find resources at:
While you鈥檙e here, you may as well explore everything Valparaiso, Indiana 鈥 our hometown 鈥 has to offer! Discover popular dining and shopping destinations, upcoming cultural events, transportation options, and information about city services at the link below.
If you鈥檙e searching for essential forms needed for on-campus employment, an extension of stay, transferring institutions, medical insurance, and more, you鈥檙e in the right place. View forms available to international students below:
Additional resources about visa information, English as a second language (ESL) tools, the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), and more can be found at:
No matter when you graduate or where you go on to shine, your brown and gold roots are here to stay!
Our international graduates join a vast, supportive network of alumni 鈥 with each of their inspiring stories coming together to strengthen Valpo鈥檚 shared legacy. Share your story, view an interactive map of our international alumni, and more at the link below.
International Student Resources
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On-Campus Cultural Community
Student Organizations & Event Highlights
News & Stories
International Student Spotlights
Alumni Stories and Newsletter
Read about and get in contact with our international alumni who are now working and studying around the world. Keep up-to-date with the latest highlights and reminders from the Office of International Programs!
Contact Us
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8 AM-5 PM
Office of International Programs
Harre Union Room 250
1509 Chapel Drive
Valparaiso, Indiana 46383
Fax: 001.219.464.6868

