For Admitted International Students
International students that have been accepted to McKendree University and have decided to pursue their education at McKendree will need to complete and submit the following to ensure their enrollment:
Visit the Application Portal
Visit your application portal to view your Admission Decision and download your Admission Decision Letter. You'll
also log-in here to apply for New Student Campus Housing sign up for Course Registration.
Access your Admission Decision Letter
Visit Campus
We believe that visiting campus is the most essential step in making your college decision so check out our virtual visit opportunities!
A virtual counselor meeting is an engaging way to learn more about the all of opportunities
available at McKendree, interact with your admission counselor, and 'see' the campus.
Activate Your McKendree Account
Activate your official McKendree University account by clicking on MyMcK and then
first time user from the McKendree homepage. You will need your Student ID to complete
the activation process. You can find this on the Enrollment Confirmation Form sent
with your admission packet.
Deposit
Ready to officially reserve your spot in the Bearcat family?
Sign and return your enrollment confirmation form along with your deposit:
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$400 non-refundable tuition and housing deposit for all residents
Pay your deposit securely online with a credit/debit card.
(Refer to your enrollment confirmation form for your student ID number.)
Your enrollment confirmation form is included in your Admission Decision Letter and
can be downloaded from your application portal.
Deadline: May 1
Class Registration
An email will be sent to the address associated with your application record as soon
as your enrollment deposit has been submitted and processed. This message will include
a link to a Course Registration form. Once you've submitted the form, you'll receive
information about placements and we'll start the registration process for you.
Apply for Campus Housing
The housing application will be available in the student portal to students that have submitted an enrollment deposit beginning February 1, 2024.
If you've already submitted your housing application but need to make a change, please
submit this form.
Housing assignments are typically made in date received order so be sure and get your
application in early.
Assignments will be e-mailed to students' personal and McKendree accounts this summer.
Check out Residence Life for helpful tips on what to bring and contact them with your questions.
Priority deadline: June 1
Medical Forms
Complete and return your Confidential Medical History Form and immunization record.
Health Services can provide you will additional details on immunization requirements and a link to
the Confidential Medical History Form.
Deadline: August 1 - You will not be able to move into your residence hall until these
forms are received.
Health Insurance
All international students must obtain health or medical insurance by the time they
arrive on campus. You may also contact McKendree Director of Health Services at (618)
537-6503 for additional questions you may have about medical issues.
Suggested Insurance Provider:
International Student Insurance
Securing an I-20, Student VISA, and Other Immigration Information
Before McKendree University will issue an I-20, you must have completed the following:
1. Completed the application process and gained admission to the University
2. Indicated your plans to attend McKendree University by submitting your Enrollment
Confirmation Form and deposit.
After the I-20 has been issued, it, and other important documents, will be sent to you via email. You will need to make an appointment with the nearest US Consulate to apply for an F-1, or student VISA, which is needed to enter the United States. You will need to bring the I-20 with you when securing your VISA.
Helpful VISA Information
Country Specific VISA Information
Contact International Admission
International Admission Counselor
(618) 537-6400 or +1-618-537-6400
