Apply as an International Undergraduate Student
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OCU is home to students from more than 130 countries, and our International Office is here to guide you through every step of the application process - from submitting your documents to arriving on campus.
Below you'll find everything you need to apply as a first-time international undergraduate student.
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To be considered for undergraduate admission, international applicants must meet the following minimums:
1. Online application
- Complete the International Student Application (For All international students)
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2. Academic Records
- High school Transcripts, Mark sheets, Grade sheets, National exam results
- All documents submitted must show proof of high school completion or equivalent. Original academic documents with either official school seal or stamp or attested verified copy by an authorized agency or evaluation company is accepted. We can begin an evaluation with unofficial documents, but official documents will be required at enrollment.
- Grade Point Average (GPA). Applicants must meet the minimum GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0 scale.
*The International Admissions Office will conduct an in-house evaluation conversion to determine GPA.
3. English Proficiency
All international applicants whose native language (language first learned and spoken at home) is not English, or who did not complete a degree from an institution where English was the language of instruction, are required to take and English proficiency test. Applicants may still be required to take an English exam if deemed by the school or International Admissions Office.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) internet-based test (IBT) score of 79+.
- Nursing programs: TOEFL 83 with Speaking section score of 26
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall score of 6.5 with at least 6.0 on each sub-band. Nursing programs: IELTS overall 7.0 with minimum of 7.0 & Speaking Section and at least 6.5 in other sub-bands.
- Pearson PTE score of 53+
- Duolingo English Test score of 95+
- Completion of ELS level 112 or completion of the highest proficiency level at a university approved English language institute.
The OCU Institutional Code for TOEFL is 6543.
Provisional Admission
Students who do not meet the English proficiency required for regular admission who meet the following score may be considered for provisional admission.
- TOEFL internet-based (IBT) score of 60-78
- IELTS overall score of 6.0 with no sub-band below 5.5
- PTE Academic 48-52
4. Financial Statement of Support
International students must show evidence that they, their parents, or a sponsor have the financial ability to pay for tuition and living expenses while they study in the U.S.
Financial ability is normally demonstrated by submitting a bank statement accompanied by a letter of support or Sponsor can use Financial Statement of Support form. This statement must show enough funds to cover all expenses for the first year of study.
Refer to the Cost of Attendance section below for program funding.
5. Passport
A valid passport is required.
6. Music Students
If you are seeking admission to the Wanda L. Bass School of Music, you will be required to submit a recorded audition. All auditions must be submitted to Acceptd; links to Acceptd can be found on the Bass School of Music's audition requirements page. Please refer to the audition requirements before submitting your recording.
Use this checklist to make sure you have everything ready before you apply:
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
Completed Application | Submit through the OCU online application portal |
Official Transcripts | From all the secondary schools and universities attended. Non-English transcripts must include a certified translation. |
Transcript Evaluation (if applicable) | Required for transcripts from outside the U.S. Use a NACES-approvedagency (e.g., WES, ECE) |
English Proficiency Score | Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score report sent directly to OCU |
Copy of Passport | Biographical page: must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended start date |
Financial Proof | Bank statement or official sponsor letter (in English or with translation) showing funds of at least $33,290 |
Personal Statement / Essay | Some programs may require - check your specific program requirements |
📌 All documents submitted in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
