Students whose first language is not English must provide a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). The minimum score for admission is 550 on the written test or 79 on the Internet-based test. See TOEFL for more information. Prospective students who can offer documentation of English proficiency other than the TOEFL may do so. At the discretion of Parsons, if the other documentation is sufficient, the TOEFL requirement may be waived.
Parsons is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. International applicants should work closely with International Student Services to complete documentation as quickly and carefully as possible. Additional information about applying for a student visa will be mailed with the registration letter of confirmation.
Because the approval process for international student visas is lengthy, students should submit their I-20 applications by:
In order to meet visa deadlines, international students must register by:
Note: Visas are not required for U.S. citizens visiting France for fewer than three months. Citizens of countries other than the U.S. and the member states of the European Union are responsible for obtaining appropriate visas.
