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International Accepted Students

Receiving an offer of admission to Hilbert College is truly an exciting milestone in your journey towards becoming a Hawk in the vibrant town of Hamburg, NY! This achievement is definitely something worth celebrating, and we congratulate you on this accomplishment. We look forward to embarking on this journey with you!
 

Steps to Enrollment

We understand that the international application process can be confusing - there are free government resources that help explain the rules when it comes to international education. Learn more by reviewing the Study in the States page.

Accepted Steps for International Students Quick Links

 Step 1: Enrollment Deposit
 Step 2: Complete Your CSS Profile
 Step 3: Complete the I-20
 Step 4: Health Forms
 Step 5: Apply for a F-1 Visa/ Embassy
 Step 6: Register for Classes
 Step 7: New Student Orientation

Looking for accepted domestic student steps? Review our accepted domestic students page.

Contact International Admissions

Franciscan Hall, First Floor  
Phone: (716) 926-8780
Toll Free: 1-800-649-8003

OFFICE HOURS
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 am - 5 pm
Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Hilbert College
Office of Admissions
5200 South Park Ave.
Hamburg, NY 14075

Email Us
 
Step 1

 

Submit Your Enrollment Deposit

All students who plan to attend Hilbert must accept their admissions offer by submitting an enrollment deposit as soon as possible. Students who deposit early on will receive priority registration and preferred housing (resident students only)! 

View the costs of attendance and additional fees on our Costs page. 

Refer to your acceptance letter for information regarding deposit deadlines. An Admissions Counselor will contact you to explain any additional actions necessary.  

Per our Housing Contract (PDF), all international students whose parents or legal guardian’s permanent home address is more than 35 miles away must live on campus for a minimum of 3 years.

Pay Enrollment & Housing Deposit  Complete Housing Application
 
Step 2

 

Step 2: Complete Your CSS Profile

CSS Profile is an online form for all degree-seeking international students to complete. It's a simple way to let schools know about your academic and financial background. It's also a great way to get in touch with schools that might be interested in you.

Exchange students from partner universities do not have to complete the CSS profile.

Hilbert College does not provide a fee waiver for the CSS profile. Our CSS profile code is 2334.

Complete CSS Profile
 
Step 3

 

Step 3: Complete the I-20

The I-20 application is required to come to the United States as a student and to obtain a student visa.

  1. Obtain a copy of passport
  2. Provide proof of financial stability. This can be in the form of scholarships, personal funds, sponsorship, liquid assets, etc. If you are being sponsored, you and your sponsor(s) must complete the Sponsorship Form.
    1. By signing this form, you are acknowledging your ability to fund your education here at Hilbert College. If your sponsor can no longer support you, you must contact the PDSO within 30 days and provide new proof of financial stability.

  3. Log in to your Hilbert account and fill out the I-20 Application. Once you have received your official I-20 from the PDSO, you will need to print the I-20 out and sign and date it. 
  4. You will then create a SEVIS account and pay the I-901 SEVIS fee ($350). Keep the I-901 fee receipt for the visa interview (when applicable).
Step 4

 

Step 4: Health Forms

 All health forms must be in English and legible.

Please read through the following list carefully and be sure to submit all required documentation as early as possible. If these medical forms are not completed by your arrival, you will not be allowed to move to campus. It is your sole responsibility to obtain these records, vaccinations, and health insurance.

All forms are due by August 1st for the fall semester and January 1st for the spring semester.

List of requirements

  1. Proof of health insurance. We recommend international students to use iNext insurance.
  2. Proof of vaccinations with dates administered:
    1. Two doses of the meningococcal meningitis vaccination within 5 years of coming to Hilbert.
    2. Two doses of the Mumps, Measles, Rubella vaccine.

  3. Physical examination (PDF) within 12 months (submit in PDF format)
    1. If you are participating in a sport, please refer to our athletics page and your coach.

Health Forms

Health Forms

Submit Medical & Contact Forms Mandatory

Please read through the following links carefully and be sure to submit ALL required documentation as early as possible. All forms are due by August 1st for Fall and January 1st for the spring semesters.

Student Medical Forms Emergency Contact Form

Health Insurance is required.

Health insurance is mandatory for all international students and they are required to show proof of personal health insurance prior to moving into the residence halls.

For questions about immunization requirements, insurance information, or any other health and wellness questions, please visit our Health and Wellness page or contact the Office of Student Life by phone at 716-926-8793 or by e-mail.

Students will not be allowed to move in to their residence hall until they have submitted all required health forms.

COVID-19 Requirements

COVID-19 Requirements Mandatory

Following CDC and New York State Department of Health guidelines, our requirements for COVID-19 are subject to change. You can view our updated policies on our COVID updates page. All on-campus community members are required to be vaccinated. Medical and religious exemption approvals will occur within 48 hours of submission.

Upload Vaccination Card  COVID Exemption Form

Student Services Forms Optional

Student Services Forms Optional

Hilbert College makes several services and resources available to support the educational process of all students. From academic services and help in the classroom to the counseling and career development, Hilbert College is committed to serving the needs of all students.

Completing the following forms allow us to custom tailor our services to your needs and ensure that you receive the best educational outcomes!

Disability Services Form Mental Health Form

Should you have any questions before completing these forms, please contact the Office of Accessibility Services at 716-649-7900, ext. 260 or by email.

Step 5

 

Step 5: Apply for F-1 Visa

Find My Embassy

You need to complete DS-160 form (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application) and take a photo that meets the requirements and then schedule a visa interview at a US embassy or consulate. Find out more at the Bureau of Consular Affairs.

Hilbert's school code is BUF214F00454000 and can be found on the I-20 in the School information Section.

Canadian students do not require a visa, but must present a valid Form I-20 at the time of admission.

Find U.S. Embassy
 
 
Step 6

 

Step 6: Register for Classes

Degree-Seeking Students

Degree-Seeking Students

Students that submit their enrollment deposit early will receive priority registration.

New students that have accepted their admissions offer by depositing will be contacted to schedule their registration appointment, based on the date of their deposit.

Fall Entry Term:  Deposited students will be contacted as early as March 31st to schedule their new student advisement appointment.

Spring Entry Term: Deposited students will be contacted as early as November 15th to schedule their new student advisement appointment.

Please contact the admissions office with any questions at (716) 926-8780 or admissions@hilbert.edu.

Exchange Students

Exchange Students

When you are preparing to study abroad, it is important to work closely with your designated school official (PDSO) who is responsible for handling the administrative tasks related to your travel and stay. One of the key aspects of studying abroad is curating your schedule. This involves selecting the courses you will be taking in a foreign country and ensuring that they align with your academic goals and requirements.

Your PDSO is Kera Bush-Turner, Director of International Education

 
Step 7

 

Step 7: New Student Orientation

Attend New Student Orientation Mandatory

Orientation is mandatory for all new freshmen and transfer students entering Hilbert College. 

For more information and to register for New Student Orientation, please visit our Orientation page. 

 

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