International Admission

Obtaining an I-20

What is an I-20 Form?

To study in the United States as an international student, you will need to apply for an F-1 Visa from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country. The first step in the process is obtaining a Form I-20 from Hofstra University. A Form I-20 is an official government document which certifies that you are eligible to be an F-1 nonimmigrant student at Hofstra and is issued after acceptance and proof of financial funding.

How to get your I-20

Submit the following to the office of Undergraduate or Graduate admissions.

Helpful additional information:
Acceptable forms of Financial Evidence
Scholarship Opportunities
Estimated Cost of One Year of Study and Living Expenses