Before applying to a degree program overseas, it is important to understand the admissions requirements of the universities with which we partner. In some ways, admissions requirements are similar to those at many schools here in the U.S., but there are a few significant differences of which you should be aware. Read below to find out more...

Admissions Requirements

In reviewing the admissions chart below for CIS partner universities, please keep mind that these are the minimum requirements for each university. The admission decision pertaining to your application is based upon your complete and whole academic record - academic background, references, work experience, etc. You are not automatically guaranteed acceptance if you meet the requirements below as you will still be measured against other students applying to your particular program. For specific academic program requirements, you should check on the university's Web site to which you are applying.

Please note that CIS cannot accept students into a program - that is solely at the discretion of the university. However, we can offer you advice and "tips" for applying to a particular program such as:

• When applying for a postgraduate degree in an academic area that is very specialized (i.e. architecture, psychology, social work, etc.), you must possess a bachelor's degree in that field.
  
  
• Some students have special circumstances, for example, they have several years of work experience, but a lower GPA than required by the university. In cases such as this we encourage you to call us and discuss your situation, and we reiterate that acceptance is based upon your whole application.
  
  
• Universities abroad generally do not require you to take the GRE to apply. However, you may need to take the GMAT if you plan to apply to an MBA program.
  

It is our pleasure to assist you with processing your application, but we do ask that you use the chart below as a guideline so you do not squander your valuable time applying if you are below the minimum requirements.

*These universities do not have a specific minimum GPA requirement. However, this does not mean that they are easier to get into. In fact, in some cases these universities are more competitive than those with specific GPA requirements. Every piece of your application will be assessed and this includes your undergraduate GPA.

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Application Deadlines

In the chart below you will find the application deadlines for applying to a degree program overseas through CIS. Keep in mind that for undergraduate degrees most universities in the Northern Hemisphere only offer a fall intake and schools in the Southern Hemisphere only offer a Semester 1 intake. Bond University is an exception in that it offers undergraduate entry in all three of its academic terms*.

If the application deadline has already past for the semester in which you would like to begin study, please contact us to find out what other options may be available to you.

* Bond University is an Australian university that has three entries per year which follow a schedule similar to that of universities in the Northern Hemisphere. The third entry is for a summer term (which is a full academic term) starting May 15. The application deadline for this term is January 15.

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