Graduate Admission Procedures for International Students

International students whose native language is not English and who did not attend an English-speaking undergraduate institution must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The test is given by the Educational Testing Service.

An official score must be sent to Goldey-Beacom College by ETS. A minimum score of 65 on the TOEFL  is required to take graduate courses in the MBA Program. All scores are valid for two years.  An IELTS score of 6.0 or higher may also be used in lieu of the TOEFL requirement.

An official copy of transcripts/statements of marks/academic records detailing all university level work and the diploma or degree certificate are required. Documents in a language other than English must be accompanied by certified English translations.

International students must also provide evidence that they have sufficient funds to finance their entire academic program.  A notarized Affidavit of Support and Bank Statement is required.  Additionally, international students must maintain health insurance coverage while enrolled at the College.  Students will automatically be enrolled in the student health insurance plan sponsored by the College unless the student shows proof of health insurance coverage applicable in the state of Delaware and completes the Student Health Insurance Online Waiver at the College.  The student account will be charged the cost of the student health insurance.

International applicants should familiarize themselves with the federal F1 Visa regulations, which explains Federal rules and regulations, employment restrictions, travel and absence policies, and other information necessary for maintaining status while studying in the program.

A personal interview may be required for an international applicant. This interview is usually conducted over the telephone at the applicant's expense. In summary, admissions procedures for international students include the following:

1. A completed College application form.  No application fee is required.
2. A bachelor's degree with a grade point average of 'B' or better (official copies of transcripts/statements of marks/academic records with certified English translations, if necessary).


3. A statement of purpose explaining why you wish to pursue a graduate degree.  This must be written by the applicant and must be an expression of the applicant's unique reasons for wanting to pursue this degree at this College.
4. The TOEFL with a score of at least 65.
5. A completed and notarized Affidavit of Support and Bank Statement.
6. Two letters of recommendation preferably from faculty members and/or employers.
7. Copies of passport pages (and copies of visa and I-94 for applicants already in the U.S.).
8. Copies of previously-issued- I-20s (for applicants already in the U.S.).
9. An initial tuition payment of $3,000.00 US must be received before an I-20 is issued and before courses can be scheduled.
10. A completed immunization form.