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International Student Requirements
The graduate programs require that a student whose native language is not English take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered through the Educational Testing Service of Princeton, N.J. Individuals whose first language is not English may not register for classes until an official report of the TOEFL score is on file in the Graduate School Office.
International students requiring Visas must adhere to the following deadlines to be considered for the semester of choice:
- July 15 for fall semester
- December 1 for spring semester
- May 1 for summer terms
Late applications will be deferred for review for the following semester.
The following requirements are necessary for international students entering any graduate degree program:
- A minimum TOEFL score of 89 internet-based scale or 231 computer-based scale (575 former scale)
- A minimum of 18 computer-based TOEFL (50 former scale) on each individual section
- A score greater than 4.0 on the essay rating
Any student whose native language is not English and has completed a baccalaureate in the United States will either supply a TOEFL score or will have a waiver from the academic department to which he/she is applying.
International students must have transcripts evaluated by a certified organization, such as World Educational Services. The official letter of evaluation serves to replace official copies of the student’s transcript. International applicants must provide a copy of their visas as part of their application process.
Almost all of our students work full-time and attend classes in the evenings. All courses that are offered exclusively to graduate students are conducted during evening hours. It is not possible to earn a ggraduate degree during daytime hours at Hood College. It usually takes two or more years of part-time study to earn a master’s degree. International students with student visas must pursue nine (9) hours of credit each semester to be considered full-time graduate students. The number of programs that offer enough courses for a full-time load during every semester is limited.
International applicants must arrange for financial support from their governments, from international organizations or from personal and family resources. We estimate the costs for one year of graduate study at Hood College to be approximately $22,000 in U.S. funds. This includes: tuition, fees, books, lodging, food, clothing, transportation and incidental expenses. Please note: All graduate students are responsible for all fees and living expenses. Hood College does not provide housing for graduate students, nor can faculty and staff assist you in locating housing. Please make sure your housing is secured before you arrive to the U.S. and/or campus.
It is incumbent upon all students to understand that the academic standards
of the graduate programs at Hood College are applied equally to all students
without regard to written, oral or semantic capabilities in English. Thus,
all prospective students should consider their competency in English with care.
The office of the Director of Multicultural Affairs offers support services
and programs to help students with personal, academic and practical concerns.
International Student Application
International Student Handbook