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 in 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 website 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:

• Undergraduates should be aware that they will most likely need to take the SAT or ACT.  You should get copies of these scores and send them in with your application. You may also be required to take and submit scores from AP Exams and/or SAT IIs.
  
  
• For students at the undergraduate level in the United States who are hoping to transfer to an international university, please be aware that if you did not take the SAT or ACT to gain admission at your current U.S. university, your time spent at the university may replace these scores (typically you need to have at least spent one year at a U.S. university).
  
  
• As an undergraduate applicant you should spend time on your personal statement, as it will be a sample of your writing skills.  Do not assume that is not read by the international university.
  

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. Please also consult each univerities website to confirm the most update requirements. Prospective Undergraduate Students will need to have the minimum GPA listed below under "Undergraduate Requirements " and a score for either the SAT or ACT - you do not have to take both.

*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. Every piece of your application will be assessed and this includes your high school GPA.

**These universities do not require SAT or ACT scores to be submited with your application, however, if you believe your scores strengthen your candidancy please include the scores with your application.

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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 passed 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 univeristy 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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