International Undergraduate
How to Apply - International Undergraduate Admissions
Western Connecticut State University welcomes applications from international students who reside outside of the United States. Please read the information below carefully.
Accepting applications for the Fall Semester and Spring Semester. Late applications will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
International students who are already studying in the US should apply as transfer students. Graduate students should follow the instructions for International Graduate Admissions.
To apply as an international undergraduate student, you will need to submit the following documents:
Take the following steps to start your WCSU application:
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Online Undergraduate application ➔Online Undergraduate application ➔
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Medical forms ➔Medical forms ➔
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Personal Essay explaining your reasons for seeking admission OR on a topic of your choice – OPTIONAL
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Two (2) letters of recommendation from teachers or employers – OPTIONAL
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Official Test Scores. All applicants must show proof of proficiency in English by taking one of the following tests. Non-native speakers must take the TOEFL, IELTS or the Duolingo. The accepted tests and the required minimum scores are as follows:
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TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): There are two different formats. The required score depends on the format you take. Applicants must score a 213 on the Computer Based Test (CBT).TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): There are two different formats. The required score depends on the format you take. Applicants must score a 213 on the Computer Based Test (CBT).
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IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Applicants must score at least a 6.IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Applicants must score at least a 6.
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Duolingo Applicants must score 105 or higher.Duolingo Applicants must score 105 or higher.
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High School and University Diplomas and Transcripts with Foreign Credit Evaluation Students must submit their high school diploma, high school transcript, and university transcript (if the student has prior college coursework). If you attended high school or college outside of the U.S, your documents MUST be evaluated by one of the following agencies (see below) or through SpanTran. Students with no prior college coursework may submit a document by document evaluation. Students who have taken university courses must submit a course by course transcript evaluation of all courses taken abroad.High School and University Diplomas and Transcripts with Foreign Credit Evaluation Students must submit their high school diploma, high school transcript, and university transcript (if the student has prior college coursework). If you attended high school or college outside of the U.S, your documents MUST be evaluated by one of the following agencies (see below) or through SpanTran. Students with no prior college coursework may submit a document by document evaluation. Students who have taken university courses must submit a course by course transcript evaluation of all courses taken abroad.
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Credit Evaluation Services ➔Credit Evaluation Services ➔
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Affidavit of Support (Download the form below) Students must show proof of adequate financial support to pay for their tuition and living expenses while in the U.S. Applicants should have the affidavit form signed by a bank representative in their country and must submit ORIGINAL bank statements, dated no more than 6 months before their anticipated start date, showing the required amount of support.Affidavit of Support (Download the form below) Students must show proof of adequate financial support to pay for their tuition and living expenses while in the U.S. Applicants should have the affidavit form signed by a bank representative in their country and must submit ORIGINAL bank statements, dated no more than 6 months before their anticipated start date, showing the required amount of support.
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Download Form ➔Download Form ➔
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Accepted Students already in the U.S. (TRANSFER STUDENTS): If you already have valid F-1 student status by being enrolled at another school, college or university in the United States, you will have to complete a required Transfer Verification Form. Once this is done and you confirm this with our International Services Coordinator, the international student advisor at your current school will need to release your SEVIS record to WCSU. Your new WCSU I-20, endorsed for pending transfer, is mailed to you as soon as the release date for your SEVIS record (as determined by your previous school) is reached. Once you are enrolled at WCSU and we have confirmed your registration, the transfer process will be completed. If you are in initial F-1 status, a new I-20 will be issued to you. You must report to the International Services Office within 15 days of your arrival.Accepted Students already in the U.S. (TRANSFER STUDENTS): If you already have valid F-1 student status by being enrolled at another school, college or university in the United States, you will have to complete a required Transfer Verification Form. Once this is done and you confirm this with our International Services Coordinator, the international student advisor at your current school will need to release your SEVIS record to WCSU. Your new WCSU I-20, endorsed for pending transfer, is mailed to you as soon as the release date for your SEVIS record (as determined by your previous school) is reached. Once you are enrolled at WCSU and we have confirmed your registration, the transfer process will be completed. If you are in initial F-1 status, a new I-20 will be issued to you. You must report to the International Services Office within 15 days of your arrival.