International Student Admissions Process
Criteria
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- 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 Number | 104910795 |
Bank Name | Union Bank & Trust Company |
Account Number | 21527207 |
Swift | UNTUUS42 |
Bank Address | 3643 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.