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Girl at poster boardInternational Students

 

Here's What We'RE LookING for
in an International STUDENT

Admission to the BA/BS Degree program is competitive. We look for students who have taken a strong educational program in the liberal arts and sciences including courses in the natural sciences, mathematics, languages, social sciences, and humanities. While we consider all aspects of a student's academic record, the greatest emphasis is placed on a candidate's most recent course work.

The Admissions Committee considers the individual strengths and talents of each applicant as well as the availability of curricular offerings in an applicant's area of academic interest.

Materials Required for Application to University of Mary Washington

The Application for Admission must be completed and signed by the student. The application includes essay questions, which must be completed and sent with the application in order for the application to be considered complete.

A $45.00 application fee (U.S. currency drawn from a U.S. bank only) is required of all students applying for admission to University of Mary Washington. This fee, which must accompany the application, is nonrefundable. Do not mail cash.

Complete the International Student Application Supplement containing the "Affidavit of Support" and submit along with the application.

>> Click here to download the International Student Application Supplement.

Original academic or certified (attested) copies of a student's previous academic records are required. One copy of each record is sufficient. A certified copy of the English translation must be included along with the copy of the record in the student's native language.

NOTE: Students educated in a non-English speaking country must have credentials evaluated course-by- course. Transfer students expecting college credit, must also have credentials evaluated course-by-course. Translations may be obtained through:
Educational Credential Evaluators or World Education Services, Inc.

University of Mary Washington does not offer an "English as a Second Language" program for international students. If English is not your native language you must take and submit the results of the TOEFL.

Test of English as a Foreign Language: (TOEFL): A composite score of 230 or higher is expected for demonstration of English competency for entrance to University of Mary Washington.
>> Click here to be taken to the TOEFL/TSE Services site at the Educational Testing Service.

The SAT-I must be taken by ALL students applying to University of Mary Washington. The SAT II subject tests are also highly recommended for all students. There is not a minimum score.

Click here to be taken to the SAT-I Services Site at the College Board.

NOTE: Demonstration of the minimal criteria does not guarantee admission to University of Mary Washington.

Qualifying Exams

Test of English as a Foreign Language

University of Mary Washington does not offer an "English as a Second Language" program for international students. If English is not your native language you must take and submit the results of the TOEFL.

Other Tests

The SAT-I must be taken by ALL students applying to University of Mary Washington. The SAT II subject tests are also highly recommended for all students. There is not a minimum score.

>> Click here to be taken to the SAT-I Services Site at the College Board .

NOTE: Demonstration of the minimal criteria does not guarantee admission to University of Mary Washington.

The College Entrance Examination Board Code Number for University of Mary Washington is 5398 . (The testing service will send official scores directly to our office if you so request and provide the aforementioned information).

Visa and Passport Information

If you are not a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident, you will need a visa. When you apply to the University of Mary Washington, you will need to complete an "Affidavit of Support”. This form is located on our International Supplement. 

FINANCIAL SUPPORT VERIFICATION

All students must be able to demonstrate that they can cover their academic and living expenses while in the United States. After the student is admitted and pays a deposit, then the University of Mary Washington will issue a Form I-20 "Certificate of Eligibility for Non-Immigrant (F-1) Status."   You will need to present this form to the U.S. embassy or consulate when you apply for your visa. 

For U.S. visa tips visit the U.S. State Department’s Web site.