How to apply

Life Pacific University is authorized to enroll nonimmigrant alien students seeking to student in the U.S. using an F1 Student Visa. International applicants are required to submit all applications items listed below in order to be considered for admission. An applicant will receive notice of the admission decision within 1-2 weeks of the receipt of all parts of the application. If accepted, LPU will mail the student an I-20 which must be taken to the U.S. Embassy/Consulate to obtain a student visa. Please note that, if deemed necessary, LPU reserves the right to require one year’s tuition payment in advance before issuing an I-20.

Step One: Complete Online Application

The application typically takes about 15-20 minutes to complete! Once you complete the first page of the application, you will be emailed a pin number so that you can stop and save your application and return to it at a later time.

Step Two: Submit Affidavit of Financial Support

If applicant intends to cover any portion of educational expenses with personal funds, then the Affidavit of Financial Support must be accompanied by current bank statement as verification of the funds available to cover educational expenses. You can download the form here.

Step Three: Submit Sponsor Financial Certification(s) and Bank Statement(s)

This form must be completed if the Affidavit of Financial Support indicates that a sponsor will help the applicant pay for any portion of their educational expenses. A Financial Certification form must be completed for each sponsor listed on the Affidavit of Financial Support. Download the form here.

Step Four: Submit Proof of English Proficiency (TOEFL, SAT or ACT)

If your secondary education (high school) has been in a country where English is not the primary language and/or if your spken English is not proficient, a TOEFL score (Test of English as a Foreign Language) must be submitted as documentation of English proficiency. The college code the the TOEFL is 4264. The minimum score accepted for undergraduate degrees is 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based). If you completed your secondary education or college education in a country where English is the primary language, you may submit a SAT or ACT score as documentation of English proficiency. Minimum composite SAT score accepted is 790. Minmum composite ACT score accepted is 14.

Step Five: Write and Submit a Personal Essay

Your personal essay will help us learn more about you and why you want to join the Life Pacific community. This essay will also be used to help assess your academic preparation so please ensure it is well-written and free of grammar & spelling errors. Please submit the essay by email, fax, or mail.

The essay must be 2-3 pages in length and address the following:

• Your salvation experience;
• Your present walk with the Lord;
• Your involvement in church and/or ministry over the past 3-5 years, and
• Your sense of calling and life mission.

Step Six: Submit Character Reference

Reference form may be completed by a pastor, a Christian leader, or a teacher who knows you well. Instructions for submitting reference are on the form. Download the reference form here.

Step Seven: Submit Official High School Transcripts

Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required for admission. Students with a GPA below 2.5 may be considered for admission on academic probation (see Admission Requirements section).

Official transcripts must be received in a sealed, official school envelope. You will need to contact your school’s registrar office or guidance counselor to request that your transcripts be sent to LPU. This can take some time, so we encourage you to do it right away.

Step Eight: Submit Official College School Transcripts (If Applicable)

Minimum 2.5 GPA required for admission. Applicants with a GPA below 2.5 may be considered for admission on academic probation. Official transcripts are required from all colleges previously attended, even if applicant believes the units may not be transferable. Official transcripts must be received in a sealed, official school envelope or sent directly from the previous college to the admissions office via fax or email.