THE GRADUATE SCHOOL
International Graduate Admissions
Duolingo English Test temporarily permitted in lieu of in-person TOEFL
March 2, 2020—Given the closure of testing centers in areas affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ has approved the use of (DET) for demonstration of English proficiency. The DET will be accepted in place of the in-person TOEFL and IELTS through Aug. 24, 2020.
Applicants will need to receive a DET score of 115 or higher to satisfy our proficiency requirement for graduate admissions.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will make further considerations as warranted. Thank you.
- Application Procedures
- Admission Classifications
- Transcripts/Degrees
- International Transfer Credit
- English Language Proficiency Requirements
- Entrance Examinations (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
- English Language Institute
- Declaration and Certification of Finances for International Students
- Health Insurance
- Other University Information
The International Center
The International Center assists all international students from orientation to commencement, providing assistance with visa, immigration, status concerns, housing, and campus and community integration (including conversation partners).
Visit The International Center in Simmons Hall, Room 205, or reach them by phone at 330-972-6349 or email at international@uakron.edu or immigration@uakron.edu
- Meet The International Center Staff
- Immigration forms and other documents for international students
Orientation for new international students
All new international students are required to attend the mandatory New International Student Orientation. The orientation is designed to help new international students get acquainted with campus and familiar with immigration regulations, registering for classes, and services offered at UA. Detailed information on orientation for new international students can be found .
File retention and destruction policy
All documentation submitted to the Graduate School becomes the permanent property of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ. Please be advised that the Graduate School converts all documentation into an electronic document. After the document is converted into an electronic file, the hard copied document is destroyed. As a result, the Graduate School is not able to provide and/or return original documentation to any applicant.