Nazareth College welcomes students from other countries. International undergraduate students may submit their applications all through the year, but the deadline is February 15 for fall admission and September 1 for spring admission of the same year.

Here’s everything you’ll need to apply:

We strongly suggest that all information be submitted in one package in order to expedite the processing and review of your application.

Application for Admission

Nazareth uses the Common Application. Apply online or download application forms at www.commonapp.org. Please make sure that all necessary information is completed, including all required signatures.

Common Application Supplement

Download the Nazareth College Application Supplement (note: The supplement is in PDF format. You will need the latest Adobe Acrobat Reader; the reader is free and can be downloaded from the Adobe Website.)

Application Fee ($40.00 & non-refundable)

Not required for Common Application users who submit their application electronically.

Evaluation of Transcript

Mailed directly to Nazareth College from your high school. Transcripts should be officially translated into English, if English is not the official used language. If necessary, an evaluation of the transcript by World Education Services at the expense of the student will be requested. Transcripts for transfer students must be evaluated by WES.

Original English Proficiency Exam Scores

• Minimum Scores Required:
  • TOEFL: 550 (paper), 213 (computer), 79 (internet-based)
  • IELTS: 6.5
• TOEFL/IELTS requirements are waived if applicant meets the following criteria:
  • Student is from a country where English is the native language.
  • Student obtained a score of 500 or better on the Critical Reading section of the SAT.
• Nazareth College Institution Code for TOEFL: 2511

Letter of Recommendation

One to three letters, submitted from a counselor or teacher.

Student Writing Sample

No more than two pages in length; may be a graded academic paper.

Declaration of Finances and Bank Statements

• Needed to issue an I-20 (Required to obtain student visa).
• The form indicates the amount available to cover your expenses.
• Available amounts of support should be at least $36,850 USD per year.
• Download the Declaration of Finances form.

International Admissions Filing Dates