Lakeside Lab welcomes participation by international students and scholars. Our staff is happy to help you plan your study here.

If you are already in the United States on a student visa, your current I-20 should be valid for summer study at Lakeside Lab. This is true as long as your I-20 does not expire before your Lakeside course ends.

If you are not currently studying in the United States on a student visa, you may still study at Lakeside Lab. In this case, you would participate as an international scholar. You will not earn academic credit for your study but you will receive a certificate for your participation. You will need to obtain a US visitor visa to participate at Lakeside Lab. You will be billed the equivalent of undergraduate tuition for this option, as well as room and board.

Register

Submit the online registration form and non-refundable deposit as soon as possible to reserve your space. This ensures enrollment in your selected course. $100 deposit for Undergraduate, Graduate and Audit Credit. $500 deposit for International Scholar Registration

Visa

If you are currently in the United States on a student visa, the University of Iowa International Admissions Office will contact you to verify your visa status.

If you are currently outside of the United States, you will need to obtain a visitor visa. This will allow you to enter the United States and participate at Lakeside Lab as an international scholar.

Arrival

If you are attending Lakeside as an international student on a student visa from another university, be sure to check in with the University of Iowa International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). Lakeside staff can assist you with this process. Please have the following documents ready: passport, visa, I-94 card (issued when you enter the US), and stamped I-20 form.

Payment

If you are currently in the United States on a student visa, you will enroll at your current level of study. This may be at the undergraduate or graduate level. Transcripts of your bachelor’s degree are required to earn graduate credit. You will also be billed $225-$425 per week for room and board depending on your housing choice. If you have a GPA of 3.0 you may apply for a room and board scholarship. You will pay your bill (tuition, room and board) through The University of Iowa’s online billing system.  

If you attend Lakeside as an international scholar, you will pay the undergraduate tuition rate per credit hour. This applies to each course in which you participate. You will also be required to pay $225-$425 per week for room and board depending on your housing choice. You will pay $100.00 for a round trip shuttle from the Sioux Falls, SD airport (SFD). You also need to factor in the cost of your flight to the United States and any additional spending on snacks and entertainment while at Lakeside Lab. You will be invoiced for the conference tuition, room and board, and airport shuttle (if applicable) via email. Payment is required online using a credit card.

Resources for International Students

University of Iowa, International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)