Graduates of non-U.S. colleges and universities who have completed the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree may apply for admission to the Brown University Graduate School. Along with the application, international applicants must provide the Graduate School with original documents or official certified copies indicating the nature and scope of their educational program. 

VISA AND IMMIGRATION INFORMATION 
Brown's Office of International Student & Scholar Services provides counsel and advice to admitted international students on matters related to visas and immigration status. 

FINANCES 
Expenses for international students for the 2011-2012 academic year at Brown are approximately $64,812. This sum includes $42,092 for tuition and fees, $20,025 for living expenses, and $2,695 for health insurance. The cost for independent research is $2,584 per year. 
 
International students who are not awarded financial assistance will not be granted final admission until they provide certified proof of financial support (including travel to and from the U.S.) adequate to meet annual expenses. 

Expenses will likely be highest during the first month at Brown, while settling into lodging. International students should have at least $1,800 to cover relocation and living expenses during their first month in Providence. For those who will receive financial assistance, please note that the stipend checks are issued in mid-September. 

International graduate students are strongly encouraged not to bring their families during the first semester of study. This gives students time to familiarize themselves with their surroundings, settle into their work, and look for suitable living accommodations. Brown does not offer on-campus housing for married graduate students. To obtain permission to bring a spouse, a student must have $5,400 on deposit in an American bank for the spouse's support. The amount required to bring in each child is $3,600. The deposit must be authenticated by a notarized statement from the bank holding the student's funds. 

Language Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS 
Information describing the TOEFL and IELTS exams: who needs to take them, minimum scores, registration, etc.

English Language and Acculturation Training
English language and acculturation training is available to incoming international students during the summer, through a collaborative effort of the Center for Language Studies (CLS) and the Graduate School. Ongoing English training is available during the academic year, as well.