International Students

Kuyper College warmly welcomes students from around the world. Kuyper alumni include graduates from countries like Brazil, Canada, Germany, Great Britain, Guatemala, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, the Netherlands, Nepal, Sierra Leone, Thailand, and Zambia. Wherever you call home, we invite you to explore our part of the global village!

Regular Consideration Applicants

Regular Consideration Applicants may be freshmen or transfer students. International students who wish to attend Kuyper College as regular consideration applicants may pursue any area of academic interest and are not required to return to their home country after graduation. Regular consideration applicants may qualify for merit-based scholarships, other scholarships and need-based grants sponsored by Kuyper College. These scholarships and grants are based on information in the Application for Admissions and the Statement of Finances Form.

Carefully read these step-by-step instructions.

International Ambassador Scholarship Applicants

The vision of the International Ambassador Scholarship and Grant is to offer young men and women the education and training in ministry that may not be available in their country. After completion of their studies, graduates will return to their home country to minister with their newfound knowledge and skills. Recipients of the International Ambassador Scholarship or Grant must be enrolled in one of the following programs:
Business Leadership
English Professional Studies
Intercultural Studies
Music and Worship
Pre-Seminary Studies
Social Work
Sports Ministry
Youth Ministry

Carefully read these step-by-step instructions.

Admissions Checklist

1. Complete your application including:

Application form
$30 application fee
Essays (questions 1 and 2)
Statement of Finances form with supporting documents (official bank statement or sponsorship letter, if applicable)
Profile of Educational Background
Copy of your passport or national identification card
Personal interview via phone

2. Authorize the testing agency to send:

TOEFL/IELTS scores or ACT/SAT scores
TOEFL Code: 1672
ACT Code:1672
SAT Code: 2049

3. Ask school officials to complete and send:

Secondary School Record (use Secondary School Transcript Request Form)
Academic Recommendation
Transfer Verification Form and official university transcripts (if transferring from another university)

4. Mail application all supporting documents to Kuyper College. Please allow at least two weeks for delivery to ensure it arrives by the deadline.
Kuyper College Admissions Office
3333 East Beltline NE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525, U.S.A

Additional materials needed for International Ambassador Scholarship Applicants:

1. Ask your pastor to complete:

Pastor Recommendation

2. If you are receiving support from your denomination or need further education to fulfill your current church or missions work, request:

Denominational Support Letter