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International Student Checklist  

Ensure that documents are scanned in color and in English. 

Kompass will provide assistance and guidance to help you prepare all necessary documents. 

Intakes: 

  1. Fall Intake: Deadlines—May to June 

  2. Spring Intake: Deadlines—September to November 

BACHELOR’S (Eligibility Criteria)  

  1. HSC, Diploma, Madrasa, or equivalent

  2. English Proficiency- IELTS 5.5/TOEFL iBT 70/MOI accepted 

Master’s (Eligibility Criteria)  

  1. Bachelor’s Degree: Bachelor's degree (a 4-year undergrad program/equivalent) 

  2. English Proficiency – IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 / MOI accepted 

Admission Requirement Checklist  

  1. Academic Certificates & Transcripts (Translated into English)

  2. English Proficiency Certificate (IELTS/TOEFL) 

  3. Statement of Purpose (SOP)

  4. Letters of recommendation (1-2 from professors or employers)

  5. Curriculum Vitae (CV) 

Visa Requirement Checklist  

  1. Valid Passport 

  1. Completed and signed visa Application form

  2. Acceptance letter (Offer letter)

  3. Proof of Financial stability (Bank statement or scholarship details) 

  4. Accommodation proof (housing contract, university dormitory booking) 

  5. Medical Certificate 

  6. Visa fee receipt  

  7. Police Clearance Certificate

  8. May need to attend a Visa Interview

Author: Mohammaddullah Akash, Research Associate – Kompass Education & Visa Consultancy