International Admissions
International Students
At Florida Polytechnic University, we welcome students from all corners of the globe.
As a forward-thinking university located in Florida, we provide an exceptional education in the STEM fields, a close-knit community, and the chance to connect with like-minded individuals. Our international students bring diverse perspectives, and we work hard to make your transition to life in the U.S. as seamless as possible.
What is an International Student?
Students who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents are considered international students. As non-immigrants, many international students will apply for a temporary U.S. visa to study on campus. Florida Poly is an SEVP-certified institution, officially authorized by the federal government to enroll F-1 nonimmigrant students in our on-campus programs. An F-1 Visa holding student may remain in the United States for fulfilling one of the following:
A full-time student making satisfactory progress towards a degree at the school the student is approved to attend.
A student in an authorized period of post-graduation practical training directly related to his or her field of study.
Join us and become part of a global network of innovators.
STEPS FOR ADMISSION
Undergraduate First-Year Students
1. Find Your Major
Explore Florida Poly’s industry-driven STEM majors to find the program that fits your passion and sets you up for career success.
2. Complete the International Application
Applying to Florida Polytechnic University is your first step toward an innovative STEM education that prepares you for a future in high-tech industries.
3. Submit Transcripts
Send us your official high school transcripts. Currently, Florida Poly accepts course-by-course transcript evaluations from the following agencies. Please be sure that for all post-secondary college or university course work (if applicable) include the course name, credit awarded, and the grade earned in each course. We accept transcript evaluations through the following services:
4. Submit Your Official Test Scores
Submit official scores for the SAT, the ACT, and/or the CLT. Test scores may be submitted in the following ways:
- Use Point Click Send. and email or text scans/pictures of test scores to your admissions counselor or to admissions@floridapoly.edu.
- Send from testing institution:
SAT (School Code: 7303)
ACT (School Code: 2869)
5. Submit Your English Proficiency Score
6. I-20 & Passport
Once Accepted
Submitting your $235 enrollment deposit guarantees your spot in the incoming class and officially welcomes you as a Phoenix! Your deposit includes a $200 tuition deposit credited towards your tuition costs and covers your orientation fee. Once you submit your deposit, monitor your email for new student updates and your login details to access the Florida Poly CAMS Student Portal.
Complete the 1-20 Application Form
Complete the I-20 Application Form, email it to ISS@floridapoly.edu and include the following documentation:
Color Copy of Passport
Expiration date must be valid for at least six months beyond your stay in the United States (US).
Financial Evidence
You must verify you have the financial resources to cover the total estimated costs listed on this form and provide one of the acceptable financial evidence:
- Official bank statements or certified letters from a bank.
- Educational loan letter including terms and conditions (funds availability date and total loan amount).
- Signed copy of financial aid award letters (i.e., loans, scholarships, assistantships, fellowships).
- Sponsor Affidavits of Support and financial evidence from the sponsor(s).
- Support from a business account requires a recent bank statement from a business, an official bank letter indicating the name of individual(s) with signatory power, and an affidavit of support.
F-1 students seeking to study in the U.S. must provide proof of ability to afford all educational and living expenses ($40,282 USD). Immigration regulations require evidence of the source of funding; finances must be liquid assets available to cover the total cost of attendance (COA) for each academic year and until the completion of the academic program. Support can include financial aid, student, or sponsor funding. Sponsors may be a parent, relative, friend, government or scholarship agency, or a combination of any of the sponsor types listed. For more information, review our estimated tuition and fees.
Steps to Obtain Your Visa
- Review your I-20 Form issued by Florida Poly’s Designated School Official.
- Pay the SEVIS fee – Form I-901.
- Complete the DS-160 Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application.
- Schedule an appointment for a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Bring the following to the interview:
I-20 Form
Passport
A copy of your acceptance letter
Proof of available funds
DS-160 confirmation page
Proof of SEVIS payment
Note: The I-20 form is for the F-1 Visa student. An international student approved for an educational exchange program will apply for a J-1 Visa and complete the DS-2019 application provided by the program sponsor after being entered into SEVIS. Spouse and children will need to apply for F-2 and J-2 dependent visa.
7. Save Your Spot
Welcome to Florida Poly! Once you’re accepted, complete these steps to reserve your spot:
Apply for On-Campus Housing
On-campus housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s important to complete this step early! You’ll be able to choose between the Phase Two and Phase Three residence halls. Access to our housing application system StarRez will be sent via email 48 hours after submitting your deposit. Additional housing is available through Phase One, owned by Vestcor Companies.
Sign Up for a Campus Meal Plan
All students living in the residence halls are required to purchase a meal plan. If you don’t plan to live on campus, you can also take advantage of a dining plan to have the convenience of choosing from a number of dining options throughout the day. Select your meal plan by logging into your Florida Poly CAMS Student Portal.
Submit Immunization Forms & Get Health Insurance
All incoming students are required to submit a medical health history form and record of mandatory immunizations completed and signed by your doctor.
All F-1 students and F-2 dependents are required to carry health insurance that meets the minimum coverage requirements per Florida Board of Governor’s Regulation 6.009.
Submit a Photo for Your Student ID
The Florida Poly Card is the official identification card of Florida Polytechnic University students and used for meal plans, printing, and door access. Follow the submission instructions below to pick up your Florida Poly Card at New Student Orientation:
- On your mobile phone or webcam, take a full front view photo facing the camera at eye level from across the top of shoulders to above the head with enough space around the face to crop the photo square.
- The photo must be in color, just you in the photo, no filters with a solid light color background.
- No hat, earbuds or other headgear or dark glasses unless required for religious or medical reasons.
- Photo should be in a JPG format.
- Log into your Student Link account to submit your photo.
Activate Your Florida Poly Email Account
Activate your Florida Poly account using the link provided in the “Welcome to Florida Poly” email you received. If you did not get the email, request a copy of the email.
Complete the Student Financial Responsibility Form
Complete the Student Financial Responsibility Form by 5:00 p.m. on Drop/Add date.
8. Get Ready
Complete Required Online Anti-Hazing Course
All new Florida Poly students are required by state law and University Policy 3.0062P: Anti Hazing Policy to complete the Hazing Prevention course prior to the start of classes. The online course takes about 45 minutes to complete and includes information on how to recognize, prevent, and report hazing. Log into the course using your university username and password.
Get Packing!
If you’re living on campus, begin gathering what you need for your dorm room, so you’ll be ready when it’s time to head to campus.
Stay Connected
Subscribe to Florida Poly News
Sign up for the Weekly Phoenix
Follow us on Social Media
STEPS FOR ADMISSION
Undergraduate Transfer Students
1. Find Your Major
Explore Florida Poly’s industry-driven STEM majors to find the program that fits your passion and sets you up for career success.
2. Complete the International Application
Applying to Florida Polytechnic University is your first step toward an innovative STEM education that prepares you for a future in high-tech industries.
3. Submit Your Official Test Scores
Submit official scores for the SAT, the ACT, and/or the CLT. Test scores may be submitted in the following ways:
- Use Point Click Send. and email or text scans/pictures of test scores to your admissions counselor or to admissions@floridapoly.edu.
- Send from testing institution:
SAT (School Code: 7303)
ACT (School Code: 2869)
4. Submit Your English Proficiency Score
5. Submit Transcripts
Send us your official high school transcripts. Currently, Florida Poly accepts course-by-course transcript evaluations from the following agencies. Please be sure that for all post-secondary college or university course work (if applicable) include the course name, credit awarded, and the grade earned in each course. We accept transcript evaluations through the following services:
6. I-20 & Passport
Once Accepted
Submitting your $235 enrollment deposit guarantees your spot in the incoming class and officially welcomes you as a Phoenix! Your deposit includes a $200 tuition deposit credited towards your tuition costs and covers your orientation fee. Once you submit your deposit, monitor your email for new student updates and your login details to access the Florida Poly CAMS Student Portal.
Complete the 1-20 Application Form
Complete the I-20 Application Form, email it to ISS@floridapoly.edu and include the following documentation:
Color Copy of Passport
Expiration date must be valid for at least six months beyond your stay in the United States (US).
Financial Evidence
You must verify you have the financial resources to cover the total estimated costs listed on this form and provide one of the acceptable financial evidence:
- Official bank statements or certified letters from a bank.
- Educational loan letter including terms and conditions (funds availability date and total loan amount).
- Signed copy of financial aid award letters (i.e., loans, scholarships, assistantships, fellowships).
- Sponsor Affidavits of Support and financial evidence from the sponsor(s).
- Support from a business account requires a recent bank statement from a business, an official bank letter indicating the name of individual(s) with signatory power, and an affidavit of support.
F-1 students seeking to study in the U.S. must provide proof of ability to afford all educational and living expenses ($40,282 USD). Immigration regulations require evidence of the source of funding; finances must be liquid assets available to cover the total cost of attendance (COA) for each academic year and until the completion of the academic program. Support can include financial aid, student, or sponsor funding. Sponsors may be a parent, relative, friend, government or scholarship agency, or a combination of any of the sponsor types listed. For more information, review our estimated tuition and fees.
Steps to Obtain Your Visa
- Review your I-20 Form issued by Florida Poly’s Designated School Official.
- Pay the SEVIS fee – Form I-901.
- Complete the DS-160 Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application.
- Schedule an appointment for a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Bring the following to the interview:
I-20 Form
Passport
A copy of your acceptance letter
Proof of available funds
DS-160 confirmation page
Proof of SEVIS payment
Note: The I-20 form is for the F-1 Visa student. An international student approved for an educational exchange program will apply for a J-1 Visa and complete the DS-2019 application provided by the program sponsor after being entered into SEVIS. Spouse and children will need to apply for F-2 and J-2 dependent visa.
7. Save Your Spot
Welcome to Florida Poly! Once you’re accepted, complete these steps to reserve your spot:
Apply for On-Campus Housing
On-campus housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s important to complete this step early! You’ll be able to choose between the Phase Two and Phase Three residence halls. Access to our housing application system StarRez will be sent via email 48 hours after submitting your deposit. Additional housing is available through Phase One, owned by Vestcor Companies.
Sign Up for a Campus Meal Plan
All students living in the residence halls are required to purchase a meal plan. If you don’t plan to live on campus, you can also take advantage of a dining plan to have the convenience of choosing from a number of dining options throughout the day. Select your meal plan by logging into your Florida Poly CAMS Student Portal.
Submit Immunization Forms & Get Health Insurance
All incoming students are required to submit a medical health history form and record of mandatory immunizations completed and signed by your doctor.
All F-1 students and F-2 dependents are required to carry health insurance that meets the minimum coverage requirements per Florida Board of Governor’s Regulation 6.009.
Submit a Photo for Your Student ID
The Florida Poly Card is the official identification card of Florida Polytechnic University students and used for meal plans, printing, and door access. Follow the submission instructions below to pick up your Florida Poly Card at New Student Orientation:
- On your mobile phone or webcam, take a full front view photo facing the camera at eye level from across the top of shoulders to above the head with enough space around the face to crop the photo square.
- The photo must be in color, just you in the photo, no filters with a solid light color background.
- No hat, earbuds or other headgear or dark glasses unless required for religious or medical reasons.
- Photo should be in a JPG format.
- Log into your Student Link account to submit your photo.
Activate Your Florida Poly Email Account
Activate your Florida Poly account using the link provided in the “Welcome to Florida Poly” email you received. If you did not get the email, request a copy of the email.
Complete the Student Financial Responsibility Form
Complete the Student Financial Responsibility Form by 5:00 p.m. on Drop/Add date.
8. Get Ready
Complete Required Online Anti-Hazing Course
All new Florida Poly students are required by state law and University Policy 3.0062P: Anti Hazing Policy to complete the Hazing Prevention course prior to the start of classes. The online course takes about 45 minutes to complete and includes information on how to recognize, prevent, and report hazing. Log into the course using your university username and password.
Get Packing!
If you’re living on campus, begin gathering what you need for your dorm room, so you’ll be ready when it’s time to head to campus.
Stay Connected
Subscribe to Florida Poly News
Sign up for the Weekly Phoenix
Follow us on Social Media
STEPS FOR ADMISSION
Graduate Students
1. Select Your Program
Florida Poly’s graduate programs offer advanced, research-driven education in high-demand STEM fields, equipping you to excel in your career.
2. Complete the International Application
Take your education to the next level. Submit your graduate application to Florida Poly and advance your expertise in a high-impact STEM field.
3. Submit Your English Proficiency Score
4. Submit Transcripts
Send us your official high school transcripts. Currently, Florida Poly accepts course-by-course transcript evaluations from the following agencies. Please be sure that for all post-secondary college or university course work (if applicable) include the course name, credit awarded, and the grade earned in each course. We accept transcript evaluations through the following services:
5. Submit Letters of Recommendation
Submit two letters of recommendation to admissions@floridapoly.edu.
6. Submit a Statement of Purpose
A Statement of Purpose (SOP) is a formal, structured essay that explains your personal motivation, academic background, professional goals, and fit for a specific graduate program. It should clearly articulate your passion for the field, your relevant experiences and skills, and your future aspirations—whether you plan to pursue a thesis-based or coursework-only track. The SOP is your opportunity to:
- Show how your past education and projects have prepared you for graduate study
- Explain your goals for the program and how they connect with your career ambitions
- Demonstrate your understanding of the program’s offerings, such as faculty, labs, or research themes
- Highlight how you can contribute to the program and the broader community
It is both a personal narrative and a professional argument for why you are a strong candidate—and how this program is the right place for you to grow.
7. I-20 & Passport
Once Accepted
Submitting your $235 enrollment deposit guarantees your spot in the incoming class and officially welcomes you as a Phoenix! Your deposit includes a $200 tuition deposit credited towards your tuition costs and covers your orientation fee. Once you submit your deposit, monitor your email for new student updates and your login details to access the Florida Poly CAMS Student Portal.
Complete the 1-20 Application Form
Complete the I-20 Application Form, email it to ISS@floridapoly.edu and include the following documentation:
Color Copy of Passport
Expiration date must be valid for at least six months beyond your stay in the United States (US).
Financial Evidence
You must verify you have the financial resources to cover the total estimated costs listed on this form and provide one of the acceptable financial evidence:
- Official bank statements or certified letters from a bank.
- Educational loan letter including terms and conditions (funds availability date and total loan amount).
- Signed copy of financial aid award letters (i.e., loans, scholarships, assistantships, fellowships).
- Sponsor Affidavits of Support and financial evidence from the sponsor(s).
- Support from a business account requires a recent bank statement from a business, an official bank letter indicating the name of individual(s) with signatory power, and an affidavit of support.
F-1 students seeking to study in the U.S. must provide proof of ability to afford all educational and living expenses ($40,282 USD). Immigration regulations require evidence of the source of funding; finances must be liquid assets available to cover the total cost of attendance (COA) for each academic year and until the completion of the academic program. Support can include financial aid, student, or sponsor funding. Sponsors may be a parent, relative, friend, government or scholarship agency, or a combination of any of the sponsor types listed. For more information, review our estimated tuition and fees.
Steps to Obtain Your Visa
- Review your I-20 Form issued by Florida Poly’s Designated School Official.
- Pay the SEVIS fee – Form I-901.
- Complete the DS-160 Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application.
- Schedule an appointment for a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Bring the following to the interview:
I-20 Form
Passport
A copy of your acceptance letter
Proof of available funds
DS-160 confirmation page
Proof of SEVIS payment
Note: The I-20 form is for the F-1 Visa student. An international student approved for an educational exchange program will apply for a J-1 Visa and complete the DS-2019 application provided by the program sponsor after being entered into SEVIS. Spouse and children will need to apply for F-2 and J-2 dependent visa.
8. Save Your Spot
Welcome to Florida Poly! Once you’re accepted, complete these steps to reserve your spot:
Apply for On-Campus Housing
On-campus housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s important to complete this step early! You’ll be able to choose between the Phase Two and Phase Three residence halls. Access to our housing application system StarRez will be sent via email 48 hours after submitting your deposit. Additional housing is available through Phase One, owned by Vestcor Companies.
Sign Up for a Campus Meal Plan
All students living in the residence halls are required to purchase a meal plan. If you don’t plan to live on campus, you can also take advantage of a dining plan to have the convenience of choosing from a number of dining options throughout the day. Select your meal plan by logging into your Florida Poly CAMS Student Portal.
Submit Immunization Forms & Get Health Insurance
All incoming students are required to submit a medical health history form and record of mandatory immunizations completed and signed by your doctor.
All F-1 students and F-2 dependents are required to carry health insurance that meets the minimum coverage requirements per Florida Board of Governor’s Regulation 6.009.
Submit a Photo for Your Student ID
The Florida Poly Card is the official identification card of Florida Polytechnic University students and used for meal plans, printing, and door access. Follow the submission instructions below to pick up your Florida Poly Card at New Student Orientation:
- On your mobile phone or webcam, take a full front view photo facing the camera at eye level from across the top of shoulders to above the head with enough space around the face to crop the photo square.
- The photo must be in color, just you in the photo, no filters with a solid light color background.
- No hat, earbuds or other headgear or dark glasses unless required for religious or medical reasons.
- Photo should be in a JPG format.
- Log into your Student Link account to submit your photo.
Activate Your Florida Poly Email Account
Activate your Florida Poly account using the link provided in the “Welcome to Florida Poly” email you received. If you did not get the email, request a copy of the email.
Complete the Student Financial Responsibility Form
Complete the Student Financial Responsibility Form by 5:00 p.m. on Drop/Add date.
9. Get Ready
Complete Required Online Anti-Hazing Course
All new Florida Poly students are required by state law and University Policy 3.0062P: Anti Hazing Policy to complete the Hazing Prevention course prior to the start of classes. The online course takes about 45 minutes to complete and includes information on how to recognize, prevent, and report hazing. Log into the course using your university username and password.
Stay Connected
Subscribe to Florida Poly News
Sign up for the Weekly Phoenix
Follow us on Social Media
Important Dates
Undergraduate
FALL SEMESTER
August 1
Application Opens for Fall 2026
November 15
Early Action I
March 1
Regular Decision
May 1
Late Decision | Deposit Deadline
July 1
Transfer Application Deadline
July 15
Transfer Deposit Deadline
SPRING SEMESTER
August 1
Application Opens for Spring 2026
November 1
Application Deadline
November 15
Deposit Deadline
December 1
Transfer Application Deadline
December 15
Transfer Deposit Deadline
Graduate
FALL SEMESTER
August 1
Application Opens for Fall 2026
July 1
Application Deadline
SPRING SEMESTER
August 1
Application Opens for Spring 2026
November 1
Application Deadline
November 15
Deposit Deadline
Resources
United States Immigration & Citizenship Services (USCIS) – Provides useful information on immigration laws and regulations, USCIS downloadable forms and other services.
Passports & Visas – Essential information regarding your passport and F-1 visa to enter the United States.
Financial Aid for International Students – A helpful link to calculate your cost of attendance.
Association of International Educators (NAFSA) – NAFSA promotes the exchange of students and scholars to/from the United States.
U.S. Department of State – The lead foreign-affairs agency to the U.S. government. Find information ranging from how to prepare for overseas trips to how to get non-immigrant U.S. visas abroad.
Traveling to the United States – Helpful information on packing, air travel, budget/student travel, customs and immigration, and a map of the United States.
Social Customs & Cultural Differences – Provides interesting information that will help prepare you for life in the United States.
Living in the United States – Information about housing, banking, transportation, mailing and shipping, entertainment and much more.
Study in the States – Provides international students with information on the U.S. student visa process, maintaining legal status, and navigating the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
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