International Students—Applying for Admission

Application deadlines for all international students: Fall Semester- June 15, Spring Semester- November 15

International students, whether in the United States or abroad, may apply for admission as a first-year student or transfer student. International applicants are encouraged to submit their applications online.

International first-year student applicants must have completed their secondary education or plan to complete it by the semester prior to enrollment. Applications that include all of the materials listed below will be reviewed for admission:

  • A completed Hood College application (hood.edu/apply). Please remember to include an email address with your application to help make future communication easier.
  • An essay. Topics are listed on the application for admission.
  • Official secondary school (high school) transcript. International transcripts will only be accepted for consideration at Hood College if they have been translated and evaluated by a professional organization. We require a course-by-course evaluation. Please visit World Education Services, Inc. (wes.org) or  https://www.hood.edu/admission-aid/undergraduate-international-students/undergraduate-international-admission for more information.
  • Official test scores from one of the following:

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - minimum score of 79 (internet based)/550 (paper-based)/213 (computer-based)

  IELTS  (International English Language Testing System) - minimum score of 6.5

  PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) -minimum score of 53

  DET (Duolingo English Test)- minimum score of 100

TOEFL and IELTS are the preferred tests for students from non-English speaking nations. Students with scores below these numbers may also apply, but will need to demonstrate appropriate mastery of the English language. Language test requirement waived for students whose high school language of instruction was English.

  • Financial Information:
    • If applying for an F-1 visa, you must provide certification of financial support including the Affidavit of Support form.
    • If applying as a student under an immigration status other than permanent resident, please contact the Admission Office for details about which materials you may be required to submit.
    • A student may choose to use the College Board International Student Financial Aid Application and International Student Certification of Finances form to explain their financial situation, as long as they also submit supporting documents such as bank statements.

Optional information:

  • While not required, an additional essay on a topic of your choice and recommendation(s) from academic instructor(s) about your performance and ability will facilitate the admission decision.

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