FIRST-TIME FRESHMAN STUDENTS
We would like to encourage all interested international students to submit an online application, pay the application fee and send required documents as early as possible to allow for timely processing of both the application and immigration documents.
Please note the deadlines for completing the application process.
Spring: October 15th
Fall: April 15th
After you apply online, the best way to send all the required documents/forms is by email to nichollsinternational@nicholls.edu.
If you have questions about Visa procedure or immigration documents please contact the International Student Services (ISS). Any other questions about the application process or admission to the University should be directed to the Office of Admissions
First Time Freshman Checklist
Complete the application and pay the $20 processing fee.
Students must provide official transcripts, sent directly from their High School. If documentation is not in English, official English translation is required for BOTH the transcripts and diploma. (Must provide BOTH the official transcript (or certified copy) in native language and English translation. Minimum high school overall GPA of 2.35.
University Level English
Provide just one of the following:
| REQUIREMENT | SCORE |
|---|---|
| Duolingo | 100 |
| ACT English* | 18 |
| SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing* | 500 |
| ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Writing** | 250 |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| TOEFL | 79 |
University Level Math
Provide just one of the following:
| REQUIREMENT | SCORE |
|---|---|
| ACT Math* | 19 |
| SAT Math Section* | 510 |
| ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics** | 250 |
Instructions for taking the Accuplacer
*Have your SAT or ACT sent to Nicholls directly by the testing center. (Nicholls’ SAT School Code – 6221 or Nicholls’ ACT School Code –1580).
**ACCUPLACER testing must be arranged through Nicholls Admissions.
This requirement is waived for transfer international students from U.S. schools who have successfully completed the equivalent of Math 101.
Fill out the following form, outlining your educational history up until the current moment.
This requirement is automatically waived if the student is from a country where English is the native language. For reference, please view our list of exempt countries.
Provide just one of the following:
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY SCORES
| REQUIREMENT | SCORE |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 79 |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| Duolingo | 100 |
| SAT Writing and Language sub-score* | 28 |
| SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing* | 500 |
| ACT English* | 18 |
| ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Writing** | 250 |
| ELS level 112 | Completion |
| U.S. High School | Diploma |
*Nicholls’ SAT School Code – 6221 or Nicholls’ ACT School Code –1580.
**ACCUPLACER testing must be arranged through Nicholls Admissions.
All international students must submit documentation showing sufficient financial support.
An (1) Affidavit of Support Form AND (2) a current statement from a bank or financial institution is needed to verify financial ability.
If an applicant provides a recent bank statement, it is NOT required that they have the bank sign and stamp the 3rd section of their Affidavit of Support Form.
Scholarship recipients may offset this amount with the value of their approved scholarship award.
All enrolled Nicholls students must provide written proof of immunization, but it is not required for initial admission. Please complete this proof of immunization compliance form.
In the case of a medical or philosophical exemption, please request an exemption on the 2nd page of the immunization form.
Visit the Health Services Immunization page for more information.
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