International Students

Saint Paul School of Theology welcomes international students.

We are committed to a vision of the Church which is global and the sharing and growth that can occur in an academic community which includes international students. While we desire this presence, we live with the realities of financial and governmental limits. Saint Paul offers limited merit based scholarships for international students.

International Student Admissions Process

1. An official, written endorsement from your denominational headquarters;
2. If you are from a non-English speaking country, results for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Saint Paul requires a minimum score of 550 on the written test, 213 on the computer-based test (cBT), or 79-80 on the internet-based test (iBT). The institutional code for Saint Paul School of Theology is 6725.
3. Official copies of academic transcripts from all institutions you have attended.
4. Proof of payment of the $100.00 I-901 Fee. This fee is for international students seeking F-1 visa from an abroad embassy or consulate.
5. Financial statements including:
• A letter/declaration of financial support from the persons or sponsoring agencies providing funds for your tuition and living expenses while at Saint Paul and,
• A statement/certification from your sponsor's bank or financial institution verifying that funds are currently available and will be available during the duration of your studies. The amount must cover; at least, your first year's cost, estimated at $22,500.00 ( U.S.).
• You will also need to provide a minimum of $22,500.00 ( U.S.) each year for the 2nd and 3rd academic years.
• If you plan to bring your spouse and/or children with you, you must document availability of additional funds for each family member of at least $12,000.00 ( U.S.) per year.
• In addition to the above certified expenses, you must be prepared to cover transportation and personal need costs.
6. At registration, international students are required to purchase health insurance through Saint Paul School of Theology unless proof of other adequate health insurance is provided.
7. While attending Saint Paul School of Theology, international students are required to maintain (9) credit hours of course work each semester to meet the Department of Homeland Security's regulation of "Full Course of Study".

 

All documents not in English should be accompanied by translations certifying that they are true and accurate.

For additional information contact:

Alan D. Herndon
Dean of Student Services
Saint Paul School of Theology
5123 E. Truman Road
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 245.4822
(800) 825.0378
alanh@spst.edu