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Lynne R. Franks, Director, Graduate International Admissions and Student Services at the Graduate School.
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Frances Jones, Director and PDSO, Multicultural Student Services.
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View a video of Dr. Daniel Getz talking about the Peoria Area Friends of International Students (PAFIS).
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Pre-Arrival Information
International students should reference the information in this section prior to departure from their home country.
International Pre-Arrival Information Sheet
Detailed information on documents to bring; travel and transportation arrangements; money; tuition, fees and expenses; housing; orientation programs; cultural transitioning advice. Go>
Health Insurance Procedures for F-1 Students
An explanation of mandatory health insurance requirements for F-1 international students, options for coverage and payment. We recommend purchasing a policy from your home country before departing to the US. Go>
Visa Application Procedures
Detailed information explaining the process of obtaining a student (F-1) visa, required documents, forms, fees, and links. Applying for an F-1 visa assumes that the Certificate of Eligibility Form (I-20) has been issued by the Graduate School at Bradley to the qualified student. Go>
RSVP Response Form
Submit this form to let us know if you intend to register at Bradley, when your visa appointment is scheduled and whether or not your visa was approved. Go>
Peoria Charter Coach Bus Service Schedule
Peoria Charter Coach has bus service from O'Hara and Midway airports everyday with service to Bradley. Go>
Transfer Information Procedures for International (F-1) Students
Procedures for international students transferring into Bradley University. Go>
Transfer Form for International (F-1) Students
Complete this form only if 1) you have an F-1 visa and are transferring from a U.S. institution; 2) you have received an admission letter from Bradley University; and 3) you have decided that you will attend Bradley University. Go>
Peoria Area Friends of International Students (PAFIS) Information
Download the flier. Go>
Indian Student Association Information
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Temporary housing
Short-term/temporary housing is available to incoming international students arriving for the fall semester only.
- Housed in a private room (no private bath) on-campus – only one person allowed per room.
- $80 per week or $15 per day (cash, check, or credit card) – payment must be made upon arrival and include a $35 key deposit (cash or check).
- Available beginning the Sunday of the start of May Interim classes.
- Students must be moved out by the Tuesday (5 p.m.) preceding the opening of the residence halls in the Fall.
- Check-in must be done in Wendle Hall or the Housing Office (141 Sisson Hall) on weekdays (between 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) or the Sunday (between 1 – 4 p.m.) prior to the start of summer academic sessions.
- Special times for check-in can be arranged with one-week’s notice at housing@bradley.edu
- For more information call (309) 677-3221.
Students arriving for the spring semester can call the Center for Residential Living and Leadership at (309) 677-3221 for suggestions regarding off-campus housing for the spring semester, but temporary housing will not be available on campus prior to the spring semester.
Multicultural Student Services
Multicultural Student Services (MSS) provides comprehensive immigration advice and information to international students. Visit the MSS Web site to learn about the many support services designed to assist international students with their academic, immigration, financial and personal needs. Go>
The Graduate School
The Graduate School's Web site offers a wide range of helpful information on topics such as eligibility requirements, the admission process, financial assistance, and graduation requirements. Go>
Campus Recreation
Campus Recreation promotes the recreational and leisure needs of the diverse Bradley community. Students are encouraged to participate in the comprehensive intramural, club sport, and fitness programs offered by the University. Go>
Student Activities
The Student Activities Office provides a variety of services to student, including assisting all student organizations, program planning, leadership and organizational development, and more. Check out our Web site for a complete list of student organizations. Go>
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