Learn more about UPIKE and why it is the right choice for you.
See if UPIKE is a good fit for you and take the next steps in becoming a student.
The vision for the College of Dental Medicine is to be known and respected for service, innovation, clinical excellence and interprofessional education.
We are practitioners of the healing arts defining the standard for excellence in optometric education and vision care.
Our D.O. medical school is nationally ranked and recognized for a reputation of excellence in rural medicine and family healthcare. UPIKE’s osteopathy program gives you a clear path to success in the medical field.
Explore our online undergraduate and graduate programs and learn more about earning your degree at UPIKE.
International Student Services 147 Sycamore Street Pikeville, Kentucky 41501 (606) 218-5077 International@upike.edu
This means you will study in one of the most beautiful regions in the United States. While you are a student at UPIKE, International Student Services will provide you with personal attention to ensure that your experience is the best it can be. Take the first step by learning how to apply for admission.
Apply online by using the UPIKE application site. Click here to view International Admissions Application.(upload passport to application)
Complete an INCRED or WES evaluation
*Complete an English Proficiency test, any of these tests will suffice (TOEFL, IELTS, DUOLINGO, S.A.T)
*For exemptions please see the English Proficiency page*
Once these steps are completed, the student will be accepted academically to UPIKE then we will start the process of I20 issuance.
Submit the Financial Affidavit form
This provides evidence of your ability to meet financial obligations for tuition, books and living expenses for an academic year.
All incoming international students are required to provide current immunization records per the national guidelines from the U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American College Health Association and the World Health Organization.
Once those forms have been submitted students will be issued an I20 and will proceed to register for GROWL which is our student orientation.
This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students