International Applicants

How to Fill Out the International Student Certification of Finances Form

Who needs to submit the form?

International citizens (excluding dual U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents) who do NOT need financial aid must submit documentation at the time of application for admission, verifying sufficient personal resources or outside scholarships for four years at Wesleyan. Candidates submit this documentation through the International Student Certification of Finances (COF) form. You must be logged in with your WesCheck portal credentials to access this form.

We cannot process admission decisions for applicants who have not submitted the form. Please note that any missing or inaccurate information submitted will delay the processing of your application or result in an offer of admission being rescinded.

Due dates for the International Student Certification of Finances form:

• Early Decision 1: December 1
• Early Decision 2: February 1
• Regular Decision: February 15
• Fall Transfer: April 1

International Student Certification of Finances Form

Detailed Instructions:

1. Review the pre-populated application information and correct as needed (email address, full name, birthdate, permanent address, alternate address if relevant, city of birth and citizenship).
2. Select your source(s) of financial support from the dropdown menu. You may select one or more funding sources, as long as the total equals the annual tuition amount. Potential sources include personal or family savings, parents, sponsors, or your government. Please note that stocks, bonds, and personal property accounts are not acceptable as proof of family savings.

You will need to fill out all section(s) that apply to your situation, based on your source(s) of financial support. Enter amounts in U.S. dollars. Once you have selected a funding source, enter the amount for each year. The total for each year will automatically calculate based on the type(s) of support you enter.

1. Please note if your government currently imposes restrictions on exchange and release for study in the U.S.
2. Please note if you will have a source of emergency funds once you arrive in the U.S.
3. Please indicate how you will pay for transportation to the U.S.
4. Electronically sign the form.

The student’s expected amount of support per year required for Wesleyan is indicated below:

• 2025 - 2026: $96,700*
• 2026 - 2027: $100,500
• 2027 - 2028: $104,500
• 2028 - 2029: $108,000

Please be sure your total amounts add up to at least the expected amount per year noted above. These amounts are estimates only; the actual cost of attendance is set each year by the Board of Trustees.

*Year 1 must be available liquid funds, meaning assets that can be easily converted to cash in a short period of time (such as proof of salary, savings/checking statements or government/private sponsorship).

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Do I need to submit the International Student Certification of Finances if I am an international student applying for financial aid? No, if you are applying for financial aid, you do not need to submit the International Student Certification of Finances form at the time of application. You are instead required to file the CSS Profile or International Student Financial Aid Application (ISFAA). More detailed information is available at Financial Aid for International Applicants. If you are admitted and enroll at Wesleyan, you may be asked to submit the International Student Certification of Finances form and supporting documentation for any costs not covered by your financial aid award at that time.
2. What’s an appropriate amount of money to have when I arrive at the institution (Section 13)? You may use your own discretion regarding what is an appropriate amount for personal expenses. A rough estimate will suffice; there is no exact "answer". Our financial aid office has calculated "indirect expenses," which include books and other expenses a student may end up spending during the academic year. This is only an estimate and will vary depending on individual circumstances.
3. How should I submit the International Student Certification of Finance form? You should complete the International Student Certification of Finances form after submitting your application. Please upload supporting documentation as a single PDF document to the form or to your WesCheck portal upon matriculation. If you encounter issues with uploading documents, please contact intladmission@wesleyan.edu. Do not mail hard copies of your documents.
4. Can I email someone if I have any questions about the form? Please email the Office of Admission at intladmission@wesleyan.edu with any questions regarding the International Student Certification of Finances form.

Visa and Immigration Information

Wesleyan supports international students who hold an F-1 or J-1 visa by providing immigration services before arrival to campus and during your time at Wesleyan.

For details about visa and immigration services, and what to expect when entering the United States, please review this information.

• Obtaining the Form I-20
• F-1 Visa Interview
• Transferring Your SEVIS Record
• Entering the United States
• Checking the I-94 Arrival Form
• OISA Check-in for Initial Status F-1 Students

Financial Aid for International Students

Wesleyan offers need-based financial aid, meeting 100% of every admitted student's demonstrated need. While admission for international students seeking financial aid is extremely competitive, candidates from all countries will be considered for need-based financial aid.

To receive financial aid during their years at Wesleyan, international students MUST apply for financial aid and be eligible at the time that they apply for admission. 

Financial Aid Application deadlines for the 2025-26 academic year are: 

• Regular Decision – January 15, 2025
• Early Decision I – November 15, 2024 
• Early Decision II – January 1, 2025

Documents Required:

Upon review of your financial aid application, documentation verifying your family's 2023 income may be requested.

1. The CSS (College Scholarship Service) Profile 2025-26
   1. Submit electronically. Wesleyan's code number is 3959 
   2. Electronic processing takes approximately 3-5 business days.  Be sure to submit in a timely manner so that you do not miss the deadline. 
   3. In the case of divorced or separated parents, the CSS Profile should be completed by the custodial parent. Please see item #3 regarding the noncustodial parent. 
   4. You will receive a CSS acknowledgment form once your application has been processed.  
   5. Application corrections should be made on this form and submitted directly to Wesleyan. In lieu of the limited space available in the Profile explanation box, applicants are encouraged to submit dollar-specific details relative to any special circumstances. 
   6. Wesleyan University does not offer Profile fee waivers. If you are unable to complete the CSS Profile due to financial constraints, please see #3 for the International Student Financial Aid Application (ISFAA). 
2. NCP (Noncustodial) Profile 2025-26 (if applicable) 
   1. Submit Noncustodial Profile electronically. Wesleyan's code number is 3959 
   2. In the case of divorced or separated parents, a PROFILE is required of both parents.  
   3. Please note that the Noncustodial Profile cannot be completed prior to the start of the CSS Profile. The students’ CSS ID number and password created during the submission of the CSS Profile are required to access and link the Noncustodial Profile with the student.
3. (ISFAA) International Student Financial Aid Application
   If you are unable to submit the CSS Profile or Noncustodial Parent Profile due to financial concerns or if the Profile is not available to you in your country, please complete the International Student Financial Aid Application (ISFAA). Noncustodial parents should complete a separate ISFAA for their own household. Please email the completed ISFAA form(s) to the Financial Aid Office at finaid@wesleyan.edu.  

Scholarships for International Students

The following programs provide awardees with full scholarships for four years of undergraduate study: 

• Financial aid applicants who are citizens or permanent residents of any of Africa’s 54 countries will be considered for the Wesleyan African Scholars Program.
• Financial aid applicants who are citizens or permanent residents of China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam will be considered for the Wesleyan Freeman Asian Scholarship Program. 

Special Statement About Authenticity, AI, and the Use of Agents

The School Report should be completed by teachers or administrators from a candidate’s high school, and the transcript should be sent to Wesleyan directly from the high school, not from any outside organization.  
 
A candidate’s personal statement must be their own work. The personal statement’s purpose is to provide more insight into the candidate’s own ideas, background, and writing abilities in English. Wesleyan recognizes there are artificial intelligence (AI) tools and resources available to candidates. Nonetheless, we expect that candidates’ responses to all application questions are authentically their own and reflective of their abilities. Candidates may not submit as their own, any content either copied and pasted from an AI resource or authored by another individual. If it is determined that an applicant received inappropriate assistance with the application essays, candidacy will be compromised and/or admission rescinded. 
 
Wesleyan does not authorize anyone outside of the United States to represent the Office of Admission, nor does it establish relationships with persons or organizations that confer preferential treatment in the admission process. Only Wesleyan faculty, staff, and authorized alumni representatives can represent Wesleyan.