Your future, our commitment: Begin your James Madison University experience now
Studying with us is about putting your education and your future first. This is your time. By choosing to start your JMU experience now, you will benefit from:
- A US education – the number one study destination for international students
- World-class teaching and student support, which will help you succeed and take control of your future career success
The first step is to make sure you’re registered with us. Set up your account with us after paying your deposit to be able to register for your chosen courses, start orientation and meet your new classmates.
Important dates to remember
Spring 2025
International Study Center
- Application Deadline: 1 December 2025
- Confirmation Deadline: 13 December 2025
Direct Admission
- Application Deadline: 1 November 2025
- Confirmation Deadline: 15 November 2025
Summer 2025
International Study Center
- Application Deadline: 1 April 2025
- Confirmation Deadline: 8 April 2025
Fall 2025
International Study Center
- Application Deadline: 15 June 2025
- Confirmation Deadline: 1 July 2025
Direct Admission
- Application Deadline: 15 April 2025
- Confirmation Deadline: 1 May 2025
Here to help
As a JMU ISC student, you’ll have your own Student Success Manager ready to help you one-on-one to make sure you’re doing all you can to be successful in your classes. You’ll meet your advisor during the first week of class. Once you get to know them, they can help you with:
- Academic questions about your classes
- Answering questions about the visa process
- Answering health questions
- Understanding US culture better
- Overcoming stress
- Engaging with other students and native English speakers, even online!
- Fixing technology problems
*Subject to University policy and ongoing disruption caused by COVID-19