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Global Classroom Concept

Come and join our international in one of the most dynamic educational experiences available in the United States. Your presence here encourages the cross-fertilization of ideas. The college’s strategic goal is to foster an international dimension as one of its important pillars, right alongside its highly acclaimed academic programs. This is an integral part of our pluralistic and internationally diverse campus. At RC, you are NOT merely a number; you are a valued and respected talent. You also play the role of educator by allowing us to learn from you and about you and your part of the world!

Lifelong Successful Career

Do you want to be prepared for a lifelong and successful career? Do you want to better understand how the world operates? Our distinguished academic faculty will give you a new perspective on the world. Your talents will be challenged here as we strive to be a competitive and globally oriented campus.

Paradigm Shift: Prepare for the Global Economy

Integration and Cooperation Replace Cold War Rhetoric
Life must be lived forward, but it can only be understood backwards. The role of the college is to prepare you for the future so that you can face the new challenges of the global village. The aim is to graduate students that can successfully function in a global, interconnected economy. We provide activities and community resources designed to promote friendly international understanding of cross-cultural diversity issues on campus and in the community.

Making the World a Better Place

Our objective is simple: we want to be an open-minded community of learners making the world a better place — by creating new standards in higher education that support world peace, mutual respect and understanding. You are welcome to join our campus to learn, but I hope that you will also teach us something about your country and culture! It all begins here! I look forward to making your acquaintance.

We are offering partial scholarships for talented high ability international students. I hope to be able to offer you a partial scholarship to subsidize your university education in the USA.

International students who apply early may qualify for a Presidential scholarship or grants dispensed to help you with the cost of on-campus housing.
The earliest applicants will receive first consideration, since the number of admission seats and grants are limited. Certain conditions and restrictions apply.

Merit Scholarship

Talented international students with excellent academic records may be considered for a one-time additional merit scholarship valued at up to $1000, * subject to availability, certain restrictions apply.

Competitive Advantage!

Rust College is a campus with many things to offer you – a beautiful campus and surrounding region; extracurricular activities; and friendly students, staff and faculty waiting to meet you!

We Can Help You

It is my pleasure to assist you in any way I can. Like you, I was once an international student. I have completed my graduate studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC and can relate to many of your concerns. Please feel free to ask me any questions you may have as you prepare for your student experience in the USA.

US F1-Student Visa

I will help you obtain a US student visa before you leave your country. Once you arrive on our campus, my staff and I will be here to help you with registering for classes and adjusting to university life. You may always come to my office to discuss a problem or just to find a listening ear. I want your time here to be happy and successful. I am planning to make several trips around the world each year. I will try to meet with you personally if at all possible – just let me know so we can arrange it!

Questions, Comments, Suggestions?

I look forward to hearing from you soon and personally welcoming you to our 126 acres beautiful campus. If you need any help, please remember that I am your friend. Feel free to contact me by letter, phone, fax, or e-mail.

Welcome to Rust College! Our mission is to provide you with diverse learning experiences to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. We strive to help you discover your potential and develop your passion for learning.

No matter what part of the world you are joining us from, Rust College is ready to serve you. Join the many international applicants that call Rust College their new home.

Rust College is approved by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as an institution of higher learning for international students. Students applying for admissions must present their original and complete academic credentials with the application for admission.

Complete Admissions Application

$50 Application Fee

Transcripts

Official High School Transcripts -(Transcripts must be evaluated by an approved agency if needed)
Official College Transcripts – (If the student is a transfer student from another college)

Official ACT/SAT

Official ACT (American College Test) and/or SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) scores.

Two Letters of Reference

Two letters of reference from a teacher, religious leader, community partner, etc. must be notarized.

Financial Statements (Affidavit of support) *Notarized

1. Applicants must provide a notarized financial statement from their bank showing that the applicant has enough support for at least one year in the United States.

2. This financial bank statement must be submitted with the application for admission. This amount should be at least $16,800.00 (This price estimate is subject to change and covers tuition, room, board, and additional expenses a typical college student may encounter). Please consult Rust College’s Business Office for the current annual cost.

Bank Statements *Notarized

1. Applicants must provide a notarized financial statement from their bank showing that the applicant has enough support for at least one year in the United States.

2. This financial bank statement must be submitted with the application for admission. This amount should be at least $16,800.00 (This price estimate is subject to change and covers tuition, room, board, and additional expenses a typical college student may encounter). Please consult Rust College’s Business Office for the current annual cost.

Room Reservation Fee

Copy of updated passport

Remember to provide a copy of your current passport. The passport information in SEVIS should match the F or M visa. Having a current passport will help the DSO to enter student and dependent information accurately in SEVIS. The passport should be valid.

TOEFL

(Only required for non-English speaking students).

• Students who are not from countries where English is the official language must submit an application of their recent test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL paper based of 540 or above; 76 internet-based test) and its equivalent

TOEFL scores will be waived for applicants who are:

• Graduates of high schools within the United States
• Students whose native language or the language of instruction is English
• Students coming from a country where English is the Official Language

Former International Students

Rust International Alumni, if you are in need of an official transcript submit the Online payment form along with the Transcript Request Form. Remember to select ‘official transcript’ when making a payment. For questions and additional support, contact the Registrar’s office, registrarteam@rustcollege.edu.

Transcript Evaluation

Students are responsible for all evaluation fees if transcripts need to be translated and/or evaluated. Students are also responsible for seeking an accredited organization or government agency to translate and/or evaluate foreign transcripts.

We know that researching schools can be difficult. You are seeking an enriching experience and a high academic program, as well as resources and a supportive, nurturing environment as an international or multicultural student. You can find the warm family atmosphere and more – at Rust College! Applications are open year-round, but priority is given to students who complete applications by the following deadlines:

Fall Semester Admission: May 1

Spring Semester Admission: September 1

There are many resources available to help you best estimate the cost of your Rust College education. You may also find that the cost of attending Rust College is not far off from the cost of other leading colleges.

In order to be assured of consideration for admission, the student should submit the following by the deadline established by the Office of Admissions (see academic calendar):

• A completed application for admission.
• $25 non-refundable application fee ($50 for international students).
• An official transcript from the high school and/or college attended.
• A pre-entrance medical report on the prescribed form provided by the College or medical reports/shot records from a physician’s office or State Health Department.
• Two letters of recommendation, one of which must come from a principal, on forms provided by the College. In the case of a student seeking admission by GED, both recommendations must come from persons who are qualified to certify the student’s ability to qualify for a college education.

A student may be admitted conditionally if one or more items from 1 through 5 are missing. However, a student may not remain in conditional status for more than one semester. All missing items should be submitted by mid-term in which the student enrolls. Non-resident part-time students who are not seeking a degree may be exempted from items 4 and 5. All resident students must comply with item 4. Upon receipt of the completed application with the required documents and the admission fee, Admissions will consider the application for admission and will notify the student of its decision.

New students who desire or are required to live in campus housing must send a room reservation fee of $150.00.

Pay Housing Fee below:

Students will be notified by Rust College Resident Life once the reservation is complete. Continuing students are encouraged to submit room reservations before July 15th for the Fall and November 15th for the Spring. All fees and deposits are submitted to the Business Office.

In evaluating a student’s application for admission, Rust College Admissions considers the following factors:

• Student academic performance at the high school and/or college previously attended.
• ACT and/or SAT scores for scholarship opportunities.
• Student personal qualities and interests as expressed through the letters of recommendation.
• High school Transcript if applying as a high school student and a college or university transcript for transfer applicant or dual enrollment applicant