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International Freshmen

A student who has completed secondary studies (high school) and who has not attended an institution of higher learning (college/university), is considered an international freshmen. Below are steps for application to the university. 

Application Form

Online application

Application Fee

A $75 application fee is required upon submission of the application.

Official Academic Records

Submit official high school transcript, certificates and /or national test examination scores.  An English translation must accompany non-English transcripts.  Include graduation certificate or diploma if already earned.  Transcripts are considered official if they have an original signature of a school official and an original school seal. Photocopies or other duplications, such as copies, faxes or scanned documents are not considered official.

Effective June 1, 2011 - Submit a foreign credential evaluation from one of the following "University Approved" agencies.

Official transcripts, mark sheets, grade reports, test scores or other admission/enrollment related documents submitted to the University via any office or representative become the property of the University upon receipt and will not usually be returned to the applicant/student. Consideration for return of such documents may be given only to applicants with extenuating circumstances. Notification of extenuating circumstances should be made in writing when the documents are submitted.

TOEFL or IELTS Test Scores

TOEFL, Test of English as a Foreign Language or IELTS, International English Language Testing System scores are required.
  • TOEFL score of 525 (Paper); 197 (Computer) or 71 (Internet)
  • IELTS score of 6.0 or greater
  •  ESLI, English as a Second Language International is available on campus for students who do not meet the TOEFL or IELTS requirements.
  • Score report code for WTAMU is 6938

SAT/ACT Examinations

The chart below represents the required GPA and acceptable score range for undergraduate admission. SAT score consideration includes (math and verbal or math and critical reading).  The score report code for WTAMU is 6938.

ACT SAT New SAT GPA
20 940-970  1351-1410 2.0
18-19 860-930 1290-1350 2.5
16-17 760-850 1140-1210 3.0

 

Proof of Financial Support

Students must submit financial verification six months current to the date of enrollment. If someone other than you is supporting your studies, a bank letter and a sponsor’s financial statement is also needed.

Summary of Educational Goals and Objectives

Submit summary of educational goals and objectives to the International Student Office.

Texas Success Initiative (TSI)

TSI scores or proof of exemption is required. Foreign applicants will meet this requirement once they are admitted and arrive on campus.

 

Credit By Examination:

Credit by Examination

International Baccalaureate

Advance Placement

CLEP