International Students
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Welcome to the International Community at HWS!
Congratulations on your acceptance! It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to HWS and to our outstanding international community.
International students have a long history of noteworthy contributions to the HWS community through exemplary extracurricular and academic performance. We are confident that you will continue this legacy, and we look forward to welcoming you into a community eager to celebrate your achievements and contribute to your personal, academic and professional growth.
As you prepare to pack your bags and start an exciting new adventure, know that all of HWS’s international community shares the common experience of leaving home to study in the United States. This tight-knit community is more than willing to offer insight and support throughout this process to make your transition smooth and enjoyable.
Throughout your time at HWS, we also hope that you find the Office of International Student Success to be a place to share with other international students and join events that celebrate multiculturalism and world cultures, including dinners, workshops, multicultural events and outings.
Important links
HWS I-20 application
Newly enrolled students should complete this form to begin the process of applying for the I-20 – Certificate of Eligibility from HWS.
Certification of Finances
In order to issue the I-20, we attest to the US Government that you have the funds needed for one full academic year. The Estimated Full Cost of Attendance for 2024-2025 is $86,555. Please note that this estimate is an amount that includes expenses above the cost of tuition, room and board and fees. These incidental expenses reflect the costs associated with health insurance, books and supplies.
To determine what your certification should say, you should take $86,555 and subtract any financial assistance you received. What’s left is what is needed on page 2 of the certification. Once completed, the certification of finances form must include one or more of the following: a bank officials’ signature, certified bank stamp and/or certified bank statement. It should also include a parent and student signature. New students should upload the completed form to the New Student Onboarding Portal.
Please note, if you have received financial aid, you’ve received $2,400 in work study monies. This money is income you will earn once you arrive to campus, find a job and begin working.
SEVIS Transfer In Form
For students already studying in the US as an active F-1 Student, this form provides a seamless transfer of your SEVIS record. Once completed, please upload to your New Student Onboarding Portal.
Confirmation of Financial Guarantee
All international students are required to accept the financial obligations to attend HWS by completing the Confirmation of Financial Guarantee form. Once completed, please upload to your New Student Onboarding Portal.
MORE INFO
For more information, contact the Orientation Office at (315) 781-3041 or orientation@hws.edu.
Sherri Martin-Baron
International Student Success Manager, DSO
Email: smartinbaron@hws.edu
Phone: (315) 781-3048
WhatsApp +1 (315)-719-6866 (M-F 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Eastern only)