How to Apply as an International Student
International students are encouraged to apply for admission. The requirements are the same as for American high school or transfer students, except that results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination are used in place of the SAT or ACT for non-English speakers. The University of Tampa accepts the paper-based TOEFL exam with a minimum score of 550, the computer-based TOEFL with a minimum score of 213 and the Internet-based TOEFL with a minimum score of 79-80. UT also accepts the Duolingo English Test with a score of 51 or higher. UT also accepts Cambridge examinations, such as the IELTS exam, with a grade of 6.5; or ELS Language Center completion of the English 112 Certificate with a minimum score of 79 on the Michigan Test of English (MELAB).
Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis until the class is full. Items must be received and admission formally granted before an I-20 will be issued. Submit the following:
- Completed application form.
- Nonrefundable application fee.
- Official high school (secondary school) transcript (in English).
- Standardized English as a Second Language exam.
- SAT or ACT score (if English is your native language).
- Evidence of appropriate financial support.
- Complete official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (transfer students and postbaccalaureate students).
- One letter of recommendation.
- A copy of the biographical page of passport (if available).
- Transfer Student Clearance Form if transferring from a U.S. school.
- A personal statement or essay (freshmen only).