PROOF OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT

To apply for F-1 status, all non-US students must submit official documents that demonstrate their ability to pay for education and living expenses in the United States of America for a minimum of one year. All costs are approximate and subject to change without notice.

Estimated Tuition/Fees/Books $ 6,110.00 USD
Estimated Living Expenses $15,100.00 USD
Single Student Minimum $21,210 USD

Additional Expenses for Dependents: You must add an additional $3,000.00 USD if a spouse will accompany you. You must add an additional $2,000.00 for each child that will accompany you.

SELF-FUNDED STUDENTS

Self-funded students must provide a copy of their bank statements with appropriate available funds to demonstrate their ability to pay their educational expenses. The student's name must be on the bank account. Alternatively, students can provide an official letter from their bank officer on bank letterhead stating their name, account #, and sufficient account balance in USD. An acceptable statement may come from the student’s personal checking or savings account. Acceptable documentation cannot be more than six months old.

SPONSORED STUDENTS

Students sponsored by a parent, relative, friend, or government need two documents. First a copy of the sponsor's bank statement showing sufficient funds. The sponsor's name must be on the bank account.

INSTRUCTION TO THE APPLICANT:

1. Please download the affidavit of support form.
2. Please give this form to your sponsor to fill out. 

NEW AND TRANSFERRING F-1 STUDENT AGREEMENT

1. An applicant for F-1 Visa (Non-Immigrant Foreign Student Visa Status) understands that a decision about their visa application (or reinstatement of status) is at the sole discretion of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and agrees University is not responsible for the denial of status by DHS.
   
   
2. In case of F-1 status denial, all tuition deposits are refundable in the form of a corporate check (issued in student's name) except for some administrative expenses and application fees. (See Degree Enrolment Agreement for details). To request a refund a signed and dated Tuition Refund Request Form must be submitted to the University. Refunds will be issued within 30 calendar days from the submitted refund request date by mail.
   
   
3. In accordance with Student Exchange Visitor's Program (SEVP) regulations, all F-1 visa students who enroll in Reformed University degree programs are required to maintain full-time student status (12 credit hours minimum - for Undergraduate programs and 9 credit hours minimum for Graduate programs) during Fall and Spring semesters.
   
   
4. Failing classes academically, failing for non-attendance, falling the academic probation, breaching the terms of the Degree Enrolment Agreement, as well as breaching the Student Code of Conduct will result in student's administrative dismissal from the University. Reformed University takes NO responsibility for changes in student's legal status in the U.S. once the student's enrolment is terminated.
   
   
5. An F-1 student is responsible for updating Reformed University and SEVIS with current and accurate information. This is done by submitting the Student Information Change Request Form to the Admission's Office when changing address, phone number, marital status, financial support information, and/or dependent information.
   
   
6. A new or transferring F-1 Visa student agrees to become acquainted with Reformed University's admission and dismissal policies, program regulations, and Student Code of Conduct prior to enrollment in classes (outlined in the Univerisity Catalog and Student Handbook).

I affirm that I have read the Reformed University F-1 Student Agreement and understand applicable policies and expectations. 

NEW AND TRANSFERRING F-1 STUDENT AGREEMENT

1. An applicant for F-1 Visa (Non-Immigrant Foreign Student Visa Status) understands that a decision about their visa application (or reinstatement of status) is at the sole discretion of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and agrees University is not responsible for the denial of status by DHS.
   
   
2. In case of F-1 status denial, all tuition deposits are refundable in the form of a corporate check (issued in student's name) except for some administrative expenses and application fees. (See Degree Enrolment Agreement for details). To request a refund a signed and dated Tuition Refund Request Form must be submitted to the University. Refunds will be issued within 30 calendar days from the submitted refund request date by mail.
   
   
3. In accordance with Student Exchange Visitor's Program (SEVP) regulations, all F-1 visa students who enroll in Reformed University degree programs are required to maintain full-time student status (12 credit hours minimum - for Undergraduate programs and 9 credit hours minimum for Graduate programs) during Fall and Spring semesters.
   
   
4. Failing classes academically, failing for non-attendance, falling the academic probation, breaching the terms of the Degree Enrolment Agreement, as well as breaching the Student Code of Conduct will result in student's administrative dismissal from the University. Reformed University takes NO responsibility for changes in student's legal status in the U.S. once the student's enrolment is terminated.
   
   
5. An F-1 student is responsible for updating Reformed University and SEVIS with current and accurate information. This is done by submitting the Student Information Change Request Form to the Admissions Office when changing address, phone number, marital status, financial support information, and/or dependent information.
   
   
6. A new or transferring F-1 Visa student agrees to become acquainted with Reformed University's admission and dismissal policies, program regulations, and Student Code of Conduct prior to enrollment in classes (outlined in the Univerisity Catalog and Student Handbook).

I affirm that I have read the Reformed University F-1 Student Agreement and understand applicable policies and expectations. 

NEW AND TRANSFERRING F-1 STUDENT AGREEMENT

1. An applicant for F-1 Visa (Non-Immigrant Foreign Student Visa Status) understands that a decision about their visa application (or reinstatement of status) is at the sole discretion of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and agrees University is not responsible for the denial of status by DHS.
   
   
2. In case of F-1 status denial, all tuition deposits are refundable in the form of a corporate check (issued in student's name) except for some administrative expenses and application fees. (See Degree Enrolment Agreement for details). To request a refund a signed and dated Tuition Refund Request Form must be submitted to the University. Refunds will be issued within 30 calendar days from the submitted refund request date by mail.
   
   
3. In accordance with Student Exchange Visitor's Program (SEVP) regulations, all F-1 visa students who enroll in Reformed University degree programs are required to maintain full-time student status (12 credit hours minimum - for Undergraduate programs and 9 credit hours minimum for Graduate programs) during Fall and Spring semesters.
   
   
4. Failing classes academically, failing for non-attendance, falling the academic probation, breaching the terms of the Degree Enrolment Agreement, as well as breaching the Student Code of Conduct will result in student's administrative dismissal from the University. Reformed University takes NO responsibility for changes in student's legal status in the U.S. once the student's enrolment is terminated.
   
   
5. An F-1 student is responsible for updating Reformed University and SEVIS with current and accurate information. This is done by submitting the Student Information Change Request Form to the Admissions Office when changing address, phone number, marital status, financial support information, and/or dependent information.
   
   
6. A new or transferring F-1 Visa student agrees to become acquainted with Reformed University's admission and dismissal policies, program regulations, and Student Code of Conduct prior to enrollment in classes (outlined in the Univerisity Catalog and Student Handbook).

I affirm that I have read the Reformed University F-1 Student Agreement and understand applicable policies and expectations. 

Step 10. STUDENT DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT

1. I have received and read the Reformed University Catalog (http://runiv.edu/catalog) and Student Handbook (http://runiv.edu/handbook) and enroll in classes at Reformed University with full knowledge of the standards and practices of postsecondary education.
   
   
2. I agree to pay the required tuition, fees, and any additional charges related to my education in a timely matter as required, and I have been advised of the University Tuition Refund policy. Reformed Univeristy accepts only credit cards personal checks, cashier's check, or money orders as forms of payment.
   
   
3. I understand that each student is responsible for all unpaid tuition or fees and incurred charges and interest expenses and will not be able to receive official documents including diplomas, certificates, or transcripts until such fees are paid in full. Students with past due accounts will not be able to matriculate until those accounts are settled.
   
   
4. I understand that all coursework required for credit at Reformed University must be my own work, and I am obligated to follow the University Code of Conduct or face disciplinary action and possibly dismissal.
   
   
5. I understand the Reformed University class attendance policy and the implications of non-attendance.
   
   
6. I understand that Reformed University is a private postsecondary institution of higher learning licensed in the State of Georgia, Reformed University is an accredited member institution of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS). On April 28, 2025, the TRACS Accreditation Commission placed Reformed University on Probation status. This status is scheduled for review no later than the Commission’s meeting in October 2025 and that the transfer of academic credits is left to the discretion of receiving institution(s).
7. I understand that study at Reformed University is not a right but a privilege. I further understand that I may forfeit this privilege if I do not conform to the standards of academic work and student code of conduct at the Reformed University. An institution may insist on the withdrawal of any student at any time that if the student does not conform to the standards and foundations of the institution. I understand the student dismissal policy is outlined in the Reformed University Catalog.
   
   
8. I am aware that Reformed University Catalog contains most current information regarding the University’s calendar, fees, admissions policies, degree requirements, regulations, and course offerings, and that Reformed University reserves the right to withdraw a course at any time; change tuition and other fees; revise the calendar and regulations regarding admission and graduation requirements, and revise any other regulations affecting the student body. Revisions become effective whenever the Board of Trustees and University administration so determine. All such changes apply not only to all incoming as well as matriculating students. The Reformed University staff are always available to explain any rules or policies.
   
   
9. Participants in Reformed University and Reformed University-sponsored programs are sometimes photographed and videotaped for use in RU promotional and educational materials. I hereby authorize Reformed University to record my image and voice and give RU and all persons or entities acting pursuant to RU’s permission or authority, all rights to use these recorded voice and images. I understand that said voice and/or images will be used for educational, advertising, and promotional purposes in any and all conventional and electronic media, including but not limited to the Internet, school website, and any future media. I also authorize the use of any printed material in connection therewith. I understand and agree that these images and recordings may be duplicated, distributed with or without charge, and/or altered in any form or manner as deemed by the school without future or further compensation or liability, in perpetuity.
   
   
10. I understand that Reformed University provides job placement and career services refer to  catalog, pp 122-123), but job placement upon graduation is not guranteed. I am aware that Theological and Divinity Studies offered by Reformed University do not guarantee employment or ministerial ordination and students are advised to research the requirements for such career paths within their own denominations.
    
    

I acknowledge that have not been misled in my inquiry for enrollment with the Reformed University and therefore I hold the University harmless from any of my own misunderstandings.

Step 11. GRIEVANCES POLICY 

At Reformed University complaints made by students are taken seriously and are resolved in a timely and satisfactory manner. Below is the RU grievance procedure:

Informal Complaints

Students should always seek to resolve their complaints informally by first approaching the faculty or staff member involved in the grievous incident directly (in person or over school email). This needs to be timely. A complaint should be voiced within seven (7) business days of the date of the incident. If a discussion with the faculty or staff member is not appropriate or possible, a student should proceed to contact their Program Director or appropriate University Administrator about the matter.

Complaints about non-academic matters should be brought to the attention of the Director of Student Affairs.

Grievances about academic issues should be brought to the attention of the Program Director first, and then if unresolved to the Academic Dean.

If the faculty, a staff member, and their immediate supervisors received the complaint and the matter was not resolved to the student’s satisfaction within seven (7) days, the student may proceed to file a formal complaint as described below.

Formal Complaints

Within fifteen (15) business days of the informal complaint, the student must file a written letter of grievance at the University Administrative Office. (If the grievance is against the Director of Student Affairs or the Academic Dean, the student shall file the grievance in the Office of the Vice President.)

The Director of Student Affairs or the Academic Dean will investigate the matter and supply a written response to the student within fifteen (15) business days.

Appeal Process

If a student is not satisfied by the decision or response, it can be appealed to the Vice President. A student shall file a written appeal request within 5 business days of receiving the official response to their formal complaint. The student must provide all relevant documents with his appeal.

The Vice President will review the information provided by the student and make a final decision. The decision of the Vice President shall be made within 10 business days of the appeal receipt.

The decision on the grievance appeal is final. Retaliation against a student for filing a grievance is strictly prohibited at Reformed University. After the internal procedures have been exhausted the student may contact the State of Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC).

Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission Standards Administrator

2082 East Exchange Place – Suite 220, Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Phone (770)414-3300 | Fax (770)414-3309 |
Website: https://gnpec.georgia.gov/student-resources/complaints-against-institution

I affirm that I have read the Reformed University Grievances Policy and understand applicable policies
and expectations.

Step 12. STATEMENT OF FAITH AGREEMENT

Reformed University is an institution built on the foundations of historical Christian belief, ethics, and practice. All students, instructors, and staff members are required to understand and acknowledge this document.

Reformed University holds firmly to the inerrancy of Scripture and to the Reformed Faith as summarized in the Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms drawn up by the 1646 Westminster Assembly, as well as in the Apostle’s Creed. We believe:

1. The Bible. As the divine inspiration to atone for the sins of mankind, the infallible written Word of God, inerrant, and the primary standard for our faith; both the Old and New Testaments.
   
   
2. God. One true and living God, the Creator of all things, one eternal, transcendent, omnipotent, existing in three same Persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, but all of one essence and all having the same nature, perfections, and attributes, and each is worthy of precisely the same worship and obedience. God the Father, the first person of the Divine Trinity, is infinite Spirit - sovereign, eternal, and unchangeable in all His attributes who is eternally worthy of honor, adoration, and obedience.
   
   
3. Jesus Christ. The perfect, sinless humanity and the absolute, full deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, indissolubly united in one divine-human person since His unique incarnation by miraculous conception and virgin birth. In God's Son incarnation in flesh both in divine and human natures, in His miracles, in His atoning death on the cross for the sins of all to reconcile with our God, in His resurrection in three days, in His ascension from the grave to the right hand of the Father according to the Scriptures, and in His return in power and glory. We believe in the substitutionary and redemptive sacrifice of Jesus Christ for the sin of the world, through His literal physical death, burial, and resurrection, followed by His bodily ascension into heaven.
   
   
4. Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Godhead who convicts, regenerates, indwells, seals all believers in Christ who was crucified and resurrected to redeem our sins, and fills those who yield to Him. The Holy Spirit gives spiritual gifts to all believers, and in the present and active of the Holy Spirit in the world, by whom the gospel is proclaimed and the kingdom of God is manifested in the world. The Holy Spirit comes from God the Father and the Son and causes people to be saved and to realize their sin and misery, enlightens their hearts to know Jesus Christ, strengthens their will, encourages, empowers them, causes them to receive Jesus Christ and bear fruits of righteousness, and protects us until we enter into the eternal heaven.
   
   
5. Historicity. We believe in the full historicity and perspicuity of the biblical record of primeval history, including the literal existence of Adam and Eve as the progenitors of all people, the worldwide cataclysmic deluge, and the origin of nations and languages at the tower of Babel.
   
   
6. The Church. The Church, of which Christ is the head, is established by God to gather and to nurture the believers to grow into the body of Christ, which is the fullness of Him that fills all in all. This Church is the kingdom of the Lord Jesus Christ, the house and family of God, out of which there is no ordinary possibility of salvation. God has given the visible Church the ministry and the ordinances of God for the gathering and the perfecting of the believers.
   
   
7. Salvation. Personal salvation from the eternal penalty of sin provided solely by the grace of God on the basis of the atoning death and resurrection of Christ, to be received only through personal faith in His person and work.
   
   
8. Last Things. The future, personal, bodily return of Jesus Christ to the earth to judge and purge sin, to establish His Eternal Kingdom, and to consummate and fulfill His purposes in the works of creation and redemption with eternal rewards and punishments. Both the saved and the lost will be resurrected; the saved unto the resurrection of life and the lost unto the resurrection of damnation.
   
   
9. Creation. God created man according to His image, in knowledge, righteousness, and holiness, and made them to rule over the other creatures. Adam, the first man, sinned by disobedience. This act resulted in the fall of mankind and incurred both physical and spiritual death for all. We believe the triune God created the universe apart from pre-existing materials and without any evolutionary process, the creation of the existing space-time universe and all its basic systems and kinds of organisms in the six literal days of the creation week.
   
   
10. Satan. We believe in the existence of a personal, malevolent being called Satan who acts as tempter and accuser, for whom the place of eternal punishment was prepared, where all who die outside of Christ shall be confined in conscious torment for eternity. We believe that Satan was originally created a perfect being. He rebelled against God. As a result, he became depraved, the Devil and adversary of God and His people, and leader of a host of angels who fell with him. Satan has been judged and defeated at the cross and awaits his ultimate doom at the Second Advent of Jesus Christ.

I hereby acknowledge these spiritual foundations and respect these beliefs. I promise not to dispute these faith tenents or work against these values while enrolled at the Reformed University.

Thank you for completing this application! Once your application and appropriate fee are submitted the admissions staff will be in touch with you regarding the decision. Please be advised that if admitted, depending on your individual application, additional documentation (such as official transcripts or other records) may be required to complete the enrolment process.