How to Apply

Siena College welcomes international students to the Siena community!  The Office of International Programs is here to offer assistance as you make the decision to study in the United States.  Feel free to email Nancy Paulsen with any questions you may have regarding the application process. You may also consult the list of Frequently Asked Questions.  Please visit the Preparation to Study in the US page for additional important information.  

Please submit the following materials in order for your application to be considered:

APPLICATION FORMS

• Register for, and complete the Common Application
• Complete the Siena Supplement
• Application Deadlines

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

Send all transcripts and school results from each secondary school and post-secondary school that you have attended.

• Transcripts must be official, containing the seal of the school
• If not already in English, transcripts need to be translated into English.  Many students utilize World Education Services for translating transcripts.

STANDARDIZED TESTS

Native English Speakers:

• Native English speakers must take and submit official results of the SAT. 
• Siena College's SAT code is 2814

Non-Native English Speakers:

• Non-native English speakers are required to take either the SAT, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination, or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
• Siena College accepts a score no lower than 550, or a computerized TOEFL score no less than 213, or an internet based total TOEFL score no less than 79.
• Students using the IELTS must score 6.5 or better.

ESSAY

Submit a personal essay of 1-2 pages describing your interest in Siena College and your goals for studying in the United States.

RECOMMENDATION

A letter of recommendation is required from a teacher, advisor, headmaster, or guidance counselor associated with your school who knows you personally and can comment on your academic and extracurricular activities.  This letter must be signed and written in English.  

CERTIFICATE OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

You must sign the Certificate of Financial Responsibility which states that you will be able to pay and be responsible for the expenses of studying at Siena College.

Please send your application and corresponding documents via FedEx or Global Priority Mail to:  

Nancy Paulsen
Office of International Programs
515 Loudon Road
Loudonville, New York 12211-1462

Email Address: international@siena.edu

Telephone Number: 1-518-786-5047