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International Student Admissions Process

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International Student Admissions
Office of Admissions
º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ University
5000 Saint Paul Avenue
Lincoln, NE 68504-2794
intladmissions [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (intladmissions[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu)

International Student Programs
Sarah Barr
Director of Global Engagement
sbarr [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (sbarr[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu)
Phone: +1 (402) 465-2193

Yoko Iwasaki-Zink
International Student Advisor
yiwasaki [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (yiwasaki[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu)
Phone: +1 (402) 465-2520

International Student Admissions Process

Criteria

º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ admits undergraduate international students based on:

  • the strength of their academic transcripts
  • a minimum of a high school diploma/certificate of completion
  • a minimum English proficiency exam score, when English is not the student’s primary language
  • documentation of finances for I-20 eligibillity

Application deadline

  • July 1 for Fall Semester
  • October 1 for Spring Semester

Admissions Requirements

First-year student requirements
  • Complete the free online application.
  • Submit the Financial Verification form for International Students. This form will be available on your º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Admissions Portal after you submit your application for enrollment at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½.
  • Provide scans of high school diploma, transcript or certificate of completion.
  • Provide scores from one of the following English language tests, when English is not the student’s primary language:


    Minimum score: 100
    The Duolingo English Test is an online English proficiency test that can be taken online, on-demand, in under an hour. The test is taken via a computer with a camera and includes a proficiency score, video interview and writing sample which are shared with º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ University when you send your results. Certified results are available within 48 hours of the test session.

    International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
    Minimum Score: 5.5

    PTE Academic: Computer-based English test
    Minimum score: 50
    PTE Academic measures your English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in a single, short test.

    Society of Testing English Proficiency (STEP) Eiken
    Minimum Score: Pre-1 Level
    (Optional) International students eligible for º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ University scholarships based on SAT scores should forward those scores to the Admissions Office if they wish to be considered.

    Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
    Institution code: 6470
    Minimum score: Paper test – 525; Internet test – 71
Transfer student requirements
  • Complete the free online application.
  • Submit the Financial Verification form for International Students. This form will be available on your º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Admissions Portal after you submit your application for enrollment at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½.
  • Provide scans of high school diploma, transcript or certificate of completion.
  • Provide official transcripts from any U.S. college or university attended.
  • Provide transcript evaluation for any international institution attended. Use this  designed for º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ applicants that offers a discount and quick electronic delivery. Students can also provide credential evaluations from other companies—check with your º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ admissions counselor with questions about credential evaluation.
  • Provide scores from one of the following English language tests, when English is not the student’s primary language (Note: This requirement is waived if applicants complete English coursework at a U.S. college or university):


    Minimum score: 100
    The Duolingo English Test is an online English proficiency test that can be taken online, on-demand, in under an hour. The test is taken via a computer with a camera and includes a proficiency score, video interview and writing sample which are shared with º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ University when you send your results. Certified results are available within 48 hours of the test session.

    International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
    Minimum Score: 5.5

    PTE Academic: Computer-based English test
    Minimum score: 50
    PTE Academic measures your English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in a single, short test.

    Society of Testing English Proficiency (STEP) Eiken
    Minimum Score: Pre-1 Level
    (Optional) International students eligible for º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ University scholarships based on SAT scores should forward those scores to the Admissions Office if they wish to be considered.

    Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
    Institution code: 6470
    Minimum score: Paper test – 525; Internet test – 71
Exchange student requirements

Visit the study abroad office at your current institution for more information. Exchange students do not need to complete the º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ application.

Sending documents to º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½

First-year and transfer applicants can scan or mail financial certification form, financial documents, transcripts and other required materials to:

  • Office of Admissions
    º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ University
    5000 Saint Paul Avenue
    Lincoln, NE 68504-2794

Questions? Contact intladmissions [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (intladmissions[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu)

Post-Admission and Enrollment Requirements and Information

Once accepted to º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ University, students must take additional steps to secure their enrollment and apply for their visa or transfer a valid existing visa.

  • Submit a $350 U.S. deposit, which is applied to their first year tuition. Deposits can be paid online using a credit card or US checking account, or can be wired using the following information
     Transit Number104910795
     Bank NameUnion Bank & Trust Company
     Account Number21527207
     SwiftUNTUUS42
     Bank Address3643 South 48th Street
Lincoln, NE  68506
  • Provide scans of your current passport, and US visa (if applicable).
  • The Office of Global Engagement will issue an I-20 form after the deposit and financial documents are received. Additional information about course registration, housing placements and orientation will be communicated.
  • To facilitate their cultural and linguistic adjustment, international students live in our residence halls. All students are required to live in campus housing.
  • International students are required to pay tuition, fees, housing and food prior to the beginning of each semester.
  • International students are required to be continuously enrolled in a health insurance plan.