MUW OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

While the application process for international students can be quite a process, we are here to make things as easy as possible. Here is an easy to follow checklist of things that should be submitted before an admissions decision can be made. This information can be submitted all at one time or in increments.

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION DEADLINES

Applicants for Undergraduate Studies Should Have All Required Materials Submitted to the Office of International Programs by:

Fall Semester: May 1

Spring Semester: October 1

June summer session: March 1

July summer session: April 1

FRESHMAN STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

• Step 1: International application for undergraduate admissions.

• Step 2: $25 (USD) non refundable admissions processing fee.

• Step 3: Official transcripts* from your high school or secondary institution. Leaving certificates are acceptable as well.
  *If the MUW Office of Admissions is unable to adequately evaluate your transcript(s), you may be asked to have them evaluated by an outside source such as the World Education Services (www.wes.org). To help the process along, we recommend you have your transcript(s) evaluated by WES before applying to MUW.*

• Step 4: Offical TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE* scores and ACT (18 or higher) or SAT (850 or higher) scores.
  *English proficiency exam scores are not required if a student graduated from a high school where English was the language of instruction or if English is their country’s official language.*

• Step 5: Statements of Financial Backing and Support Form. Bank statements should be provided along with this form.

• Step 6: Student Health Agreement Form. Students must have proof of 2 vaccinations for measles, mumps, and rubella & 1 chest x-ray.

All Applicants must provide either original or true certified copies of transcripts, diplomas, or certificates of all previous secondary and post-secondary academic studies. This documentation must be certified and translated into English.

The United States Immigration & Naturalization Service requires that applicants show financial proof to meet the cost of study prior to the issuance of the I-20 form. The cost includes non-resident tuition, fees, room, meals, books, insurance, international student orientation fee, and estimated expenses.


TRANSFER STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

• Step 1: International application for undergraduate admissions.

• Step 2: $25 (USD) non refundable admissions processing fee.

• Step 3: Official transcripts* from any post-secondary institution that you have attended. Students must have at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average on all attempted coursework.
  *If the MUW Office of Admissions is unable to adequately evaluate your transcript(s), you may be asked to have them evaluated by an outside source such as the World Education Services (www.wes.org). To help the process along, we recommend that you have your transcript(s) evaluated by WES before applying to MUW.*

• Step 4: Offical TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE* scores and ACT (18 or higher) or SAT (850 or higher) scores.
  *English proficiency exam scores are not required if a student graduated from a high school where English was the language of instruction or if English is their country’s official language.*

• Step 5: Statements of Financial Backing and Support Form. Bank statements should be provided along with this form.

• Step 6: Student Health Agreement Form. Students must have proof of 2 vaccinations for measles, mumps, and rubella & 1 chest x-ray

      (Click "Forms" from the menu to access all required forms for admissions.) 

All Applicants must provide either original or true certified copies of transcripts, diplomas, or certificates of all previous secondary and post-secondary academic studies. This documentation must be certified and translated into English.

The United States Immigration & Naturalization Service requires that applicants show financial proof to meet the cost of study prior to the issuance of the I-20 form. The cost includes non-resident tuition, fees, room, meals, books, insurance, international student orientation fee, and estimated expenses.

INFORMATION REGARDING LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS 


Language Proficiency Exam Requirements for Undergraduate Admission:

(1). TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Paper-Based Minimum Score 525

(2). TOEFL Computer-Based Minimum Score 197

(3). TOEFL Internet-Based Score 71

(4). IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) Minimum Score 5.5

(5). PTE (Pearson Test of English) Minimum Score 48.

Note: Information about the TOEFL, IELTS, and PTE can be found at this website: www.examenglish.com.


Students Do Not Have To Submit English Language Proficiency Exam Scores If Any Of The Following Criteria Apply:

(1). They are graduates of a U.S. high school and submit appropriate ACT or SAT score

(2). They have completed six semester hours of sophomore level English courses at an accredited U.S. college or university

(3). They have earned a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university

(4). They are citizens of a country where English is the first language

(5). They have graduated from a high school, college, or university where English is the language of instruction





GRADUATE STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

(1).  A completed international admission application with 2 passport photos

(2).  A baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution

(3).  A minimum 3.0 quality point average in the proposed area of study

(4).  English Exam Scores: TOEFL  550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based); IELTS 6.0; or PTE 53

(5).  Submission of either GRE or MAT test scores. Students in the M. Ed. Program may substitute scores on the National Teachers Examination (NTE).

(6).  Three recommendations of the student's qualifications for graduate work

(7).  Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attendence

(8).  Letter of financial backing with supporting documentation

(9).  Agreement to purchase or show health insurance coverage

(10).  Immunization records:  2 vaccinations for measles, mumps, rubella, and a chest X-ray

Note:  The Test of Written English may also be required. Individual graduate programs may set higher English-language proficiency scores and/or require additional documentation of English-language proficiency.  

Requirements for master's programs in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) and Nursing (NSG). Number 1 below will apply to both programs. The #2 below is only for SLP.

For admission to the SLP and NSG Graduate Programs, an International student must submit:

1) An official TOEFL(Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 600 PBT (Paper-Based Test), 250 CBT (Computer-Based Test), or 100 iBT (Internet-Based Test), an IELTS (Inernational English Language Testing Systems) core of 7.0, or a PTE (Pearson Test of English) score of 68.

For admission to the SLP Graduate Program, an international student must submit:

2) A taped speech sample, 3-5 minutes in length. Topic should address the student's personal history/information and career goals.