United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires non-immigrant international students (those on F or J visas) to verify that they will have funds available to pay for their education, living and other expenses.
Students on an F or J visa must complete and submit the International Student Sponsor Statement and Bank Certification. This form is required so that UNT may issue the I-20 or DS-2019.
Continuing students applying for a new I-20 must have documentation on file meeting the requirements. If financial documentation is not on file, students must submit new documentation.
Costs
The estimated minimum student expenses for 2019-2020 are listed below. These costs are for a 9-month academic year (fall and spring) at non-resident tuition rates. The amounts listed are estimates only and do not include lab and other fees associated with particular courses. Please note that 2019-2020 financial requirements take effect for enrollment in the Fall 2019 semester and after. Tuition and Fees may change without notice. For more information, visit Student Accounting and University Cashiering Services.
International students must show proof of funding in the amounts below:
|
Undergraduate Expenses |
Graduate Expenses |
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|---|---|---|---|
|
Tuition/Fees |
$21,125 |
Tuition/Fees |
$15,043 |
|
Living Expenses |
$12,938 |
Living Expenses |
$12,938 |
|
Other (books, insurance) |
$3,710 |
Other (books, insurance) |
$3,710 |
|
TOTAL |
$37,773 |
TOTAL |
$31,691 |
|
Beginning Classes in Summer? Add the following amounts: |
$13,910 |
|
$11,003 |
|
Bringing Dependents (Spouse, Child)? Add the following amounts for EACH dependent: |
9 month academic year: $4,050 |
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Financial Support Documents
If your bank will not fill out the dedicated section of the International Student Sponsor Statement and Bank Certification form, please see the information below regarding acceptable financial support sources and documentation. Proof of funding may come from a variety of sources. Combined sources must cover all of your required fund amounts, and be submitted before your immigration document can be issued.
PLEASE NOTE: Our office reserves the right to reject any financial documentation submitted for the purposes of issuing an I-20.
Format for Financial Support Documents
- Documents must be in English, or we must have the original language version plus a certified English translation stamped by the financial institution.
- Documents must bear a signature, official seal, or be on letterhead from an official agency.
- Documents must state account type and account balance- accounts must be accessible liquid funds.
- Documents will only be accepted via the iNorthTX online portal.
- Documents must be DATED and be less than twelve (12) months old when the I-20 is issued.
- Statement must include the account holder’s name, date, account type, account balance and currency type.
- If the statement is a web printout, it must include the web link/URL.
| Funding Sources | Financial Document Types |
|---|---|
| Personal or Family Funding |
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| UNT Financial Award |
Submit the official award letter on departmental letterhead. Award letter must include:
Depending on award, you may be eligible for a smaller required fund amount. |
| Government, University or other Official Agency Funding |
Submit the official letter of sponsorship made out to UNT. Letter must include:
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| Sponsor Employment Income Verification |
Submit official letter from sponsor's employer on company letterhead |
| Family or Privately-Owned Company Funding |
Submit (2) official letters. One on company letterhead. One on Bank Letterhead. Letters must include
Complete and submit the International Student Sponsor Statement and Bank Certification form |
If a U.S. resident is providing room and meals to you during your studies:
The U.S. provider will need to fill out this form and provide the supplemental documentation as listed. You must upload these documents as a single PDF to your iNorthTX portal. If submitting a lease, the lease must be valid for at least one semester after the program start date. An expiring lease will not be accepted. This documentation will cover the costs of the “Living expenses” in the estimated costs of attendance, so this cost may be subtracted from the total amount which must be shown.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
International Student Fee
Students attending UNT on a non-immigrant visa or students with an application for permanent residency pending with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services are charged an International Student Fee each semester as part of UNT tuition and fees.
International Student Health Insurance
UNT requires all students on a non-immigrant visa to have health insurance coverage. Consequently, all international students are automatically assessed for UNT health insurance each semester. Brochures outlining coverage can be obtained at the UNT Student Health and Wellness Center.
When students with the UNT plan are seen by a medical provider in the SHWC, the deductible is waived and claims are processed internally. For other health plans, the SHWC expects payment at the time of service and students must process claims with the appropriate insurance carrier for reimbursement.
There are limited instances when a student may receive a waiver from the UNT health insurance plan. This is determined by the UNT Student Health and Wellness Center.