Apply as an International Student

The application process depends on whether you are applying to the College of Arts and Sciences or to the Conservatory of Music. Either way, you can apply using the Wheaton App or the Common App.

After submitting the undergraduate application, you will receive an email with instructions to create your login to your Wheaton College Admissions Portal. You should utilize this Portal to submit your supplemental items and check your admissions status throughout the application process. For documents you would like to attach to your application but cannot upload via the Portal, please email them to admissions@wheaton.edu.

As an international student applicant, you must fulfill one of the following criteria to meet Wheaton College’s English proficiency requirement: 

1.  Submit TOEFL, IELTS, CEFR, or Duolingo English Test Scores

You have an Internet-based TOEFL score of 95-105 or higher (587-620 or higher on the paper-based test), an IELTS Academic score of 7-8 or higher, a CEFR level of C1 or above, or a Duolingo English Test score of 125 or higher.

2. Submit ACT, SAT, or CLT Test Scores 

You have an ACT English score of 26 or higher, an SAT combined reading and writing score of 530 or higher, or a CLT composite score of 55 or higher on the verbal reasoning and grammar/writing sections. 

3. Submit Transcripts 

You have strong performance in international schools where English is the language of classroom instruction. You may submit transcripts to demonstrate competency in English. You must meet all three of the following criteria: 

1）Applicant has studied as a full-time student in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the British West Indies within the last two years or has studied at an international school where English language is the language of classroom instruction within the last two years.

2）Applicant has taken at least one English class with a grade of B or better.

3）Applicant has a good academic record at the school attended.

4. Exemptions

If you are a native speaker of English, and you are a citizen of the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the British West Indies, you will be exempt from fulfilling the English Language Proficiency requirement. 

 

NOTE: Test scores are only valid for 2 years. We must receive official score reports directly from the testing service.

Standardized test(s) are only required for international homeschool students. However, we highly encourage all international student applicants to submit the test score(s) as it will enhance the chances to receive the highest available scholarship.

 

NOTE: Test scores are only valid for 2 years. We must receive official score reports directly from the testing service.

• If you utilized a homeschool curriculum, please upload the transcript to your Portal or email it to admissions@wheaton.edu
• If you have been studying at an international school with an American or IB accredited curriculum, or if you have been attending a high school in the U.S for the last two years, you can submit the transcript:
  • directly from the institution to Wheaton College via a digital service (such as Parchment) OR
  • Email it to admissions@wheaton.edu from a school official’s email
• If you do not meet the criteria mentioned above, you are required to order a “Course Analysis” evaluation report from Spantran: The Evaluation Company (TEC) to be sent to Wheaton College. This report will ensure that we fully understand and fairly assess your academic record, as it will translate your grades and coursework into the U.S. grading system.

Please note:

• • The transcript evaluation can be completed entirely online by Spantran: The Evaluation Company (TEC).
  • Be sure to select a “Course Analysis” evaluation report ("General Analysis" evaluations will not be accepted.)
  • The evaluated transcript must be sent to Wheaton College directly by Spantran: The Evaluation Company (TEC) for it to be considered official.

1. Christian Faith Recommendation: Submit a pastoral recommendation letter (cannot be from a family member).
2. Academic Recommendation (by request): We will ask for the contact information for an academic recommender as part of your application, but we may only request an academic recommendation as needed.

• Submit your International Financial Verification Form (IFVF) along with any accompanying bank documents in your Wheaton Portal.
• Important Note: A completed IFVF is a mandatory prerequisite for an admissions decision which includes admittance, scholarship, and financial aid, regardless of your financial circumstances.