Finalize Your McKendree Enrollment

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:

1.   Submit a signed 'Intent to Register' form with a Resident Deposit.
      Deposits can be paid over the phone with a credit card or through a wire transfer. 
      Contact Josie Blasdel at jlblasdel@mckendree.edu for information. 

2.   Class Registration
      You will work with the International student counselor to complete class registration. For 
      more information, contact Josie Blasdel at jlblasdel@mckendree.edu.

3.   Apply for campus housing

4.   Submit a current bank statement
      This document is needed to verify that you have the financial ability to fund your 
      education for at least one year. An amount equal to the cost of attendance, less any 
      institutional aid awarded to the student, must be provided in the letter. This letter must 
      be on official bank letterhead. This document must be submitted before the I-20 will 
      be issued. 

5.   Confidential Medical Exam
      This document must be completed by you and your medical doctor. Required 
      information is needed from the student's medical history, which should include 
      immunizations and a recent physical examination. 

6.   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, Mary 
      Frances Daylor at (618) 537-6503 or at mdaylor@mckendree.edu for additional 
      questions you may have about medical issues.

      Sugested Insurance Providers
      ISO Student Health Insurance: www.isoag.org 
      US NetCare: www.usnetcare.com 

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
3.   Submitted a current bank statement

After the I-20 has been issued, it, and other important documents, will be sent to you via DHL courier. 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.