New/Returning Students

Steps to Obtaining a Visa

Step 1
Accept Your Offer of Admission and Pay Deposit

All new students are sent an admission letter and must accept the offer. After accepting the offer, you must pay the admission deposit. This is the first step in the visa process.


Step 2
Data Form and Financial Certification

Please complete and submit the Data Form and Confirmation of Financial Resources to the ISSS office. If you are receiving a scholarship from Baylor, please include a copy of your award notice with the form along with any other documents of financial support.


Step 3
Obtaining an Immigration Document

After receiving your completed Data Form and Confirmation of Financial Resources and supporting documentation, the ISSS office will issue your immigration document (I-20). Once the document is issued, you will receive an email regarding mailing options.


Step 4
Apply for a Student Visa