Admissions & Aid

 

Applying as an International Student

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International applicants can apply for free to Westminster College using either the Common Application or the College’s application.

 

Application Deadlines

All application materials and supporting documents must be received by these dates:

 

International Application Requirements Checklist

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To complete your application for admission, please submit the following:

Required Documents

•  Completed application for admission
•  Official secondary/high school transcript(s) in English
•  Official college/university transcript(s) in English (if applicable)
•  Proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo)
• TOEFL: 80 – Internet based
• IELTS: 6
• Duolingo: 95-100 or higher
•  Copy of passport identification page
•  Two letters of recommendation
•  Completed Financial Declaration Form
•  Certified bank statement(s) or other official financial documentation demonstrating sufficient funding for educational expenses as listed on the Financial Declaration Form

Application materials can be emailed to admissions@westminster.edu or your application portal.

SAT or ACT Scores

Westminster College is test-optional and does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission, however, our partner institutions for advanced degree programs currently require test scores for admission. Students applying to the following programs must submit SAT or ACT Scores

• 3-4 Dental Program (B.S. + D.M.D.) with Case Western Reserve University
• 4+4 Dental Program (B.S. + D.M.D.) with Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (if applying as a high school student)
• 4+4 Medical School Program (B.S. + D.O.) with Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
• 4+4 Medical School Program (B.S. + D.O.) with Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, (if applying as a high school student)

 

Annual Tuition, Food & Housing, and Fees

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Tuition, food and housing, fees and expense are updated annually.

 

Financial Information

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International students must demonstrate the ability to finance their education at Westminster College.

Cost of Attendance

International students must show $58,000 in financial support to attend Westminster.

Financial Support

All international students must complete the Financial Declaration Form as required by United States immigration law. Students must demonstrate the resources to meet their expenses while attending Westminster College.

 

Scholarships

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International applicants will be evaluated at the time of admission for eligibility for merit scholarships.

 

Medical Insurance

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All full-time international students must have an approved medical insurance plan. Prices fluctuate based off VISA type, home country and athlete versus non-athlete. Plans can be purchased using this link to the USCHIP Solutions portal.

 

I-20’s

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Westminster College will issue an I-20 after the student is admitted to the College and the $200 enrollment deposit is paid.

 

International Graduate Student Applicants:

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Currently, there are no on-ground graduate program options for international students seeking F1 visa status in either the Master of Business Administration or the various education programs. Students must be able to attend most classes in person, which Westminster cannot accommodate at this time.