International Students
For international students, these are the steps to Apply:
Submit International Application
Submit I-20 Form
Submit Two Personal References
Forms are included in the Application Form page
Submit Pastor Recommendation Letter
Only for Biblical/Theological Degree applicants. Form is included in the Application Form page.
Submit Proof of Meningitis Vaccination
Form is included in the Application Form page
Submit Application Fee
Submit a non-refundable $25 application fee. If you are applying online, you may pay by credit card. Otherwise, please send a check or money order payable to Baptist University of the Américas, with the student’s name specified on the memo-line, to the address listed below:
Baptist University of the Américas
7838 Barlite Blvd.
San Antonio, Texas 78224-1364
Submit Official Transcript
Submit an official transcript from each high school attended and/ or each college attended. Transcripts will only be considered official when sent directly from the institution to BUA via the address above. Final official transcripts must be submitted upon graduation and must include your graduation date.
Submit financial information as set forth by the Office of International Students
Submit proof of sufficient funds for the duration of the student's attendance at the university
The proof must be provided through the submission of official financial documents and bank statements to the Office of International Students.