[ Admission ]

The Application Process

Apply to Elmhurst as an International Student

We try to make the application process as simple—and friendly—as possible. If you have questions along the way, please contact the Office of Admission.

Admission criteria
How to apply
Obtain an Application
Deadlines

Admission criteria

Qualified applicants should show evidence of their ability to successfully complete college-level work in English. We look for minimum scores of 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, 213 on the computer-based TOEFL, 79 on the internet-based TOEFL, 6.5 on the IELTS or 77 or better on the MELAB.  Students not able to meet these required scores should upgrade their English language proficiency at an ELS language center, where they must complete the certificate for the ELS-level 112.

The College gives preference to students who complete 16 academic units, including three units of English; two units each of mathematics, laboratory sciences, and social studies; and seven units in additional college preparatory subjects.

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How to apply

Prospective students who are neither citizens of the United States nor permanent residents of the United States should submit the following to the Office of Admission:

If you are applying for transfer admission, also submit an official transcript from each college or university you have attended.

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Obtain an Application

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Deadlines

For Fall Term: apply between December 1 and April 15, or until all spaces are filled.
For Spring Term: apply between October 1 and December 1.
To be considered for a scholarship for Fall Term: apply by January 15.

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