Wilmington University Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Wilmington University International Admission

Wilmington University accepts international students from all over the world who meet the admissions requirements and provide the necessary credentials. International students will find Wilmington University to be a welcoming and easy experience. With more than 200 inexpensive degree and certificate programs students have a wide variety to choose from.

In order to be accepted into the university, international students must meet the following requirements:

Application Portal: Students can apply for admission by Wilmington University Online Admissions Application. The application fee is 35 USD

Supporting Documents for International Students

• Application for Admission to Wilmington University
• copy of your passport
• Official Transcript Evaluation is required if educated outside of the U.S. (must be original). The agency must be a member of www.NACES.org
• Supporting Affidavit (must be signed and dated within 6 months of admission)
• Bank Statement (minimum funds 23,550 USD)
• Proof of English Language Proficiency
• Resume
• Letters of recommendation
• Passport Id pages
• Standardized test scores (optional)
• Immunization Record (proof of measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination)

The following is required in addition to course registration:

• Copy of Visa
• Copy of I-94
• Program planning conference and/or pre-requisite check (graduate students only)
• Other program-specific requirements as needed

English Language Proficiency Test Requirements

The international students must demonstrate a minimum level of English proficiency by submitting minimum English proficiency test scores as specified below:

If the student can show documentation of a US degree or has taken particular courses from a US university (ENG101, ENG 102, research writing course) within 7 years of admission, the English proficiency requirements can be waived.

US Visa for International Students

International students will need a student visa to the United States. Candidates who have been offered a spot at Wilmington University will be sent an I-20 form.

To obtain an I-20, follow these steps:

1. After you've satisfied all of the admissions standards, you'll be given the form I-20 no later than 120 days before the program starts.
2. You will pay the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee with your Form I-20. SEVIS is a system that connects the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement department with Wilmington University and is used to manage your I-20.
3. You will schedule a visa interview at the US Embassy that has jurisdiction over your location after receiving the Form I-20 and paying the SEVIS fee.
4. To obtain a student visa, you will need the following documents.
   • I-20 form completed to the letter.
   • A valid passport is required.
   • A recent passport photo is required.
   • DS-160 confirmation page.
   • Bank statement
   • Fee receipt for the Student Exchange Visitor Information System ( SEVIS ) of 350 USD