Sul Ross State University
A Member of the Texas State University System

International Students

An admission applicant who does not hold United States citizenship or permanent resident status and who has not graduated from a United States high school must fulfill international student admission requirements. Admission to Sul Ross State University is for full-time, degree-seeking students only.

In addition to the requirements for undergraduate or graduate student admissions, further documentation is required of international students. Applicants must submit all documents at least one month prior to the anticipated date of registration.

Additional Admissions Checklist for International Students

1. Evidence of Financial Responsibility. This may be satisfied by an Affidavit of Support (Immigration Service Form I-134) or a signed statement from a U.S. citizen or foreign national committing the necessary resources in U.S. dollars for student's expenses.
2. Evidence of English language proficiency as demonstrated by any of the following:
   1. A TOEFL score of 520; or
   2. Twenty-four hours of undergraduate work with a 2.0 average at an accredited U.S. college or university, or 12 graduate hours with a 3.0 average at an accredited U.S. college or university; or
   3. A bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university; or
   4. Prospective students may petition the registrar in writing an individual oral assessment of English proficiency. Applicants granted an interview will be notified of the date, time and location of the interview. The interview panel must deem the applicant's oral English proficiency adequate to successfully complete the program. The interview panel will file the results of the assessment in the Graduate Student Center. The Registrar will notify the student of the decision in writing.
3. A housing deposit of $100 in U.S. currency if the applicant plans to live on campus. Some undergraduate students are required to live in SRSU housing. Check the residency requirements on the Residential Living web site for details. The application for admission to Sul Ross does not include an application for housing on campus.
4. Health insurance and immunization records

Frequently-Asked Questions

How many international students attend Sul Ross State University?

On average there are 15-25 international students attending the university. This does not include students from Mexico, which is closer to Alpine than the majority of Texas cities. Sul Ross is actively seeking more international students in residence.

Can international students receive financial aid?

Undergraduate international students are not eligible to receive financial aid through the Office of Financial Aid. Applicants should plan on having adequate funds available for their entire time in school.

Graduate international students may apply for teaching and research assistantships through the individual graduate programs. You will need to visit with a graduate adviser for additional information.

Citizens of Mexico may be eligible for financial aid through a program called PROGRAMA DE ASISTENCIA ESTUDIANTIL (PASE) Mexican citizens are eligible for the Programa de Asistencia Estudiantil (PASE) under which they qualify for in-state tuition and fees. Only Mexican citizens are eligible for PASE. US citizens holding dual US/Mexican status are not eligible for PASE.

For more information on PASE or for a PASE application form, contact the Director of Financial Aid, Sul Ross State University, Alpine, Texas 79832.

What kinds of transportation are available?

The closest airline service is Midland International Airport (143 miles). The next airport is located in El Paso, Texas (200 miles). Alpine is served by AMTRAK railway service with arrivals and departures on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday of each week. Bus service is available from Odessa-Midland and El Paso.

There is no taxi service in Alpine, but most businesses and eating establishments are within a reasonable walking distance from the campus.