The James Madison University International Study Center is run and operated by Study Group, global experts in university preparation and international education.

Our team will help with all aspects of your admission to University in America.

Dedicated support and services

You will receive complete support, expert guidance and services dedicated to international students. From your first day on campus until you join a full-time degree program, we monitor your progress and offer assistance whenever necessary. You will have access to a toll-free telephone number that is monitored 24 hours a day in the event of emergencies or urgent concerns.

Partnership with JMU

We have the contacts to get your questions answered, cut through the “red tape” and quickly move your paperwork forward. With our helpful guidance and advice, your application will gain the preferred attention it deserves.

Easy application process

You will benefit from expert pre-application counseling from our Student Enrollment Advisors, and a streamlined application process that focuses on helping you achieve your goals quickly and easily.

Pre-arrival services

We organize all the practical details for you, including your accommodation and meal plan (undergraduate students only), medical and insurance arrangements, and airport transfer. We can also help with visa applications and other official documentation. It's all part of the service.

• Download Summer 2012 pre-arrival documentation (, 311kB)
• Download University Health Record form (, 1.48MB)
• Immunization Form translations: العربية, 中文, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, 日本, 한국어, Pусский, Español, ไทย and Việt

Exceptional value

The International First Year program represents the best value for undergraduate students. You will pay lower fees* than joining a Bachelor's degree in the first year, and still be able to earn all your necessary credits.

* 2 semester International First Year compared to 2 semesters as a freshman.