An international applicant is anyone who is not a U.S. citizen, is not a U.S. permanent resident, and has or is requesting a non-immigrant visa or status. Priority review will be given to international applicants who submit all required documentation prior to April 1 for the fall semester (September entrance).

• Application for Undergraduate Admissions and $50 fee.
• International Student Applicants Guide
• Official high school transcript or national exam scores
• Notarized translation is needed if your transcripts/documents are not in English.
• Official evaluation of high school transcript
• TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson PTE, DAAD, EIKEN, Duolingo, or iTEP Score Report if education was in a language other than English (WSU Code: 3524)
• SAT or ACT Score Report (WSU SAT Code: 3524 or WSU ACT Code: 1914) (Note: Worcester State offers a test-optional admission policy)
• Original bank letter or statement verifying sponsor's financial information
• Affidavit of Financial Support Form
• Waiver of Confidential Information (optional)

• Official college/university transcript(s)
• Course-by-course evaluation of college/university transcripts by a professional evaluation service such as: The Center for Educational Documentation, World Education Services, Spantran, or Josef & Silny & Assocates, Inc.
• Submission of college/university course descriptions or syllabi from previously attended institutions may also be required for the purpose of performing a transfer credit evaluation

Worcester State University is a selective institution looking for students who have attempted a rigorous academic curriculum. All applicants must meet the following criteria

• Adequate Test of English Language Proficiency: This is required for all applicants whose native language is not English. It can be accomplished by submitting results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (minimum required score: 71) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (minimum required score: 6.0).
• Additional Accepted English Proficiency Exams: Duolingo Test (minimum required score: 100), Pearson PTE (minimum required score: 50), DAAD (minimum required score: B2), EIKEN (minimum required score: Pre-1), and iTEP (minimum required score: 3.5).

* Applicants who have received an Associate's degree from a regionally accredited United States college or university are not required to submit an English proficiency exam.

• Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average: We require a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA from the last institution you attended.

All of the documents listed below must be submitted by the deadlines:

Fall Semester (September entrance)                     April 1
Nursing and Occupational Studies (fall only)        January 15 - firm

No international applicants will be considered for the spring (January entrance) unless:

• You are currently enrolled in an ESL program in the U.S.*
• You are currently attending a U.S. college or university.*
• You currently have a visa status that legally allows you to change to F-1.
• You were accepted for a previous semester, but deferred attendance due to being refused a visa.

*If you are an international student who has attended another college or university in the United States, you must forward a copy of your F-1 visa and current I-20 with your application.

International Students are eligible for a merit scholarship up to $15,000 USD ($1,875 per semester for up to eight semesters or upon completion of your degree). Students are automatically considered for a merit scholarship as part of the admissions process and awarding is based on your academic credentials.

Additional renewal criteria include:

• Minimum cumulative grade point average of a 2.5 and continued good academic standing as a member of the campus community
• Full-time undergraduate day-school enrollment, including enrollment in 12 or more day school undergraduate credits, each semester
• Residency classification as out-of-state for tuition purposes

How does Worcester State University define an international student?
Any student who is not a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the United States is considered an international student. International students usually need an F-1 or J-1 visa to study in the United States.

How much does it cost to attend Worcester State University?
For the 2021-2022 academic year, the following represents an estimated annual cost of attendance, which includes tuition, fees, living expenses, health insurance, and books: Full-time Undergraduate Students - $31,500

Can I study part time?
No, international students cannot study part time. U.S. immigration law requires that all international students on F-1 student visas maintain full-time enrollment. To be considered full time, undergraduate students must be registered for a minimum of 12 quarter credits

Can international students work on campus?
Yes, according to U.S. law, on-campus employment is the only legal employment for international students.

How and when do I receive the I-20?
The International Programs Office will issue a Form I-20 only to those international students who complete the application process by the appropriate deadline, are academically acceptable to the University, satisfactorily submit financial documentation and the Affidavit of Financial Support, and subsequently are issued an official letter of acceptance to Worcester State University signed by the Director of Admissions. The enrollment deposit and required supporting documents found in the acceptance packet are required prior to an I-20 being issued.

Are there scholarships and financial aid available for international students?
International students are eligible for a merit scholarship up to $15,000 USD ($1,875 per semester for up to eight semesters or upon completion of degree). Students are automatically considered for a merit scholarship as part of the admission process and awarding is based on academic credentials. However, there are no need-based scholarships or financial aid for international students.

Are standardized tests required for international students?
Worcester State is test optional (SAT or ACT) for all first year applicants. As a test optional candidate it is highly encouraged to submit one letter of recommendation and a personal essay. International students are still required to submit the TOEFL, IELTS, DuoLingo English Test, or comparable exam as the primary means for evaluating English-language proficiency.

In addition to the Worcester State University Graduate School’s general admissions process, international applicants must submit the following:

• An online application and $50 USD application fee
• GRE, MAT, or GMAT score report, depending on the program
• Official college or university transcript(s) for each institution attended
• English translation of transcripts if yours are not in English
• Course-by-course official evaluation of college/university transcript(s)
• TOEFL or IELTS score report if education was in a language other than English
• Waiver of Confidential Information Form (optional)