Terminology and Country-Specific Requirements for International Applicants

The following terminology is used in this section and holds the meaning described below:

Academic Transcript

Official records of courses, credit, and grades earned while studying at the college, university or educational institution. The academic transcript or record is issued by the institution. Some academic transcripts also indicate clearly the academic degree earned and date that the degree was awarded. If they do not have official information about the academic degree that has been conferred, a separate proof of degree is required.

Proof of Degree

The official academic record of the institution that clearly indicates the academic degree that has been earned along with date conferred. This document displays the student’s name, as well.

Recognized Institution

Higher-level educational institution that is recognized in the country by the appropriate government agency or accrediting agency as is approved to award degrees.

Issuing Institution

This terminology means that the records must show that they were prepared by the educational institution where the degree and coursework were earned.

Certification versus Notarization

Certification means that a representative of the educational institution is authorized by the institution to certify / approve copies of academic records as being official and true. Notarization is not adequate for admission purposes because the individual notary is usually a private entity, not an official representative of the institution. Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Country Specific Requirements

Argentina

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. Spanish documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. An English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Armenia

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Armenian / Russian and English. The original language must bear the original institution stamp. The English translations must bear the original institution stamp or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Diplom, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. The English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A 4-5 year Diplom from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Australia

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must either arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution or be stamped and laminated by the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year bachelor’s degree, bachelor’s with honor degree, or a three-year bachelor’s degree with a one-year postgraduate diploma from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Bahamas

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree information must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
LA bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Bangladesh

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English. They (each page) must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
The degree certificate must bear the original stamp/seal of the issuing institution.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A Bangladesh master’s degree or a minimum of four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Belgium

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both original language (Dutch or French) and English. Original language documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Belgium diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. An English translation is required and it must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Licence or similar 2nd cycle degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Belize

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
The degree conferred and date should be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year bachelor’s degree from the University of Belize.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Bosnia & Herzegovina

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both original language (Croatian or Serbian) and English. Croatian or Serbian documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the diploma in Croatian or Serbian. It must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Diploma Visokog Obrazovanja (Advanced Diploma of Higher Education) of at least 4 years from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Botswana

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Brazil

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Portuguese and English. Portuguese documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. An English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Bulgaria

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Bulgarian and English. Bulgarian documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translation must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Bakalavr, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. The English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Bakalavr from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Cameroon

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents, in a sealed envelope, must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. French documents must be translated into English. English translations must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided. French documents must be translated into English. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree or licence from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

*TOFEL may be waived upon receipt from the institution registrar’s office indicating the medium of instruction is in English.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Canada

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope form the issuing institution. (Institutions from Quebec must submit documents in French and English.)

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Chile

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. Spanish documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Bachiller, Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Bachiller, Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

China

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Chinese and English translation. The institution must issue both documents and they (each page) must bear the original red ink stamp or steel seal of the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Graduation certificate must be in Chinese and English translation. They (each page) must bear the original red ink stamp or steel seal of the issuing institution.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Colombia

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. Spanish documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Croatia

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Croatian and English. Croatian documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-five year Diploma from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Cyprus

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both original language (Greek or Turkish) and English. Original language documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided. Original language documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Denmark

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Danish and English. Danish documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
A three-year bachelor’s degree and completion of first year of Kandidatgrad / Candidatus. Danish documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Bachelor’s degree plus completion of first year of Kandidatgrad / Candidatus. If you do not hold a bachelor’s degree, then completion of Kandidatgrad / Candidatus from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Egypt

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English. It must bear the original stamp / seal from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A minimum of 4-year Baccalaureos from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Ethiopia

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Finland

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Finnish and English. Finnish documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
A 3-year bachelor’s degree and completion of first year of master’s study. Finnish documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Bachelor’s degree plus completion of first year of master’s program from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

France

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both French and English. French documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp/seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A Maitrise from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Germany

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both German and English. German documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp/seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
Vordiplom + 2 semesters for eligibility. German documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Vordiplom + 2 semesters from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Ghana

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Documents must be submitted in English.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Greece

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Greek and English. Greek documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year Ptychion from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Hong Kong

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English and they must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

India

Required Academic Transcript:
All documents (each page) must bear the original attestation of the issuing institution. Marksheets must list the name of the course. Students must supply course syllabus for marksheets without name of the course (paper 1, paper 2 and so on) and the issuing institution must attest them.

Required Proof of Degree:
Degree certificate must be attested by the issuing institution.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A three-year bachelor’s degree is not equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree. A four-year bachelor’s degree, a three-year bachelor’s plus a master’s degree, or a three-year bachelor’s plus completion of first year of the master’s program from a recognized institution by the Association of Indian University (AIU) or All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Indonesia

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope. Documents must be certified by the issuing institution, the U.S. Embassy, the U.S. International Communication Agency (ICA) or the Agency for International Development (AID).

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year Sarjana from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Ireland

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year bachelor or a bachelor’s with honours degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Israel

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Hebrew and English. Hebrew documents must bear the original institution stamp. The English translations must bear the original institution stamp or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the bachelor’s degree, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Italy

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Italian and English. Italian documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Laurea from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Japan

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English. Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official Certificate of Graduation from an issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Kenya

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Korea, Republic of

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English. Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official Certificate of Graduation from an issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Malaysia

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Mexico

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. Spanish documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

New Zealand

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope directly from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year bachelor’s degree, bachelor’s with honor degree, or a three-year bachelor’s degree with a one-year postgraduate diploma from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Nigeria

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution. The Higher National Diploma (HND) is not equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Pakistan

Required Academic Transcript:
All documents (each page) must bear the original attestation of the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the degree certificate, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A master’s degree or a professional bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution. Minimum length of study must be 4 years.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Peru

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. Spanish documents must bear the original stamp / seal of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Bachiller, Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Bachiller, Licenciatura or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Philippines

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English and come in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Poland

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Polish and English. The Polish documents must bear the original institution stamp. The English translations must bear the original institution stamp or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Dyplom, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. The English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Magister from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Romania

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Romanian and English. The Romanian documents must bear the original institution stamp. The English translations must bear the original institution stamp or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Licenta, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. The English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Diploma de Licenta, Diploma de Licentiat, Diploma de Inginer or other Diploma earned after 4 to 5 years.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Russian Federation

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Russian and English. Russian documents must bear the original institution stamp. The English translations must bear the original institution stamp or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Diplom, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. The English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
4-5 year Diplom from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Singapore

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English and they must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

South Africa

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
4-year bachelor’s degree or 3-year bachelor’s plus 1 year postgraduate diploma from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not Required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Spain

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. The Spanish documents must bear the original institution stamp. The English translations must bear the original institution stamp or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Taiwan

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English. They must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Transcripts must bear numerical grades in order to be considered official.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official Certificate of Graduation from an issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Thailand

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in English. They must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Turkey

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Turkish and English. All documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Turkish documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator. Bogazici University and Middle East Technical University issue documents in English.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or presented in the form of a certified copy of the diploma. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Lisans or bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Ukraine

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Russian and English. The original language must bear the original institution stamp. The English translations must bear the original institution stamp or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Diplom, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. The English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
4-5 year Diplom from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

United Kingdom (England, Wales, & Northern Ireland)

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
It should be clearly indicated on the transcript or presented in the form of a certified copy of the diploma.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not Required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

United Kingdom (Scotland)

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
It should be clearly indicated on the transcript or presented in the form of a certified copy of the diploma.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A 4-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not Required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

United States

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
The information should be on the transcript.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
4-5 year bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not Required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Uruguay

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. Spanish documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of a certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Venezuela

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Spanish and English. Spanish documents must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution. English translations must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp / credential of a certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Licenciado or Título, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. An English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/credential of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A 4-5 year Licenciado or Título from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Vietnam

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must be submitted in both Vietnamese and English. The Vietnamese language must bear the original institution stamp. The English translations must bear the original institution stamp or the original stamp / signature of the certified translator.

Required Proof of Degree:
An official copy of the Bang Tot Nghiep, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution. An English translation is required and must bear the original stamp of the issuing institution or the original stamp/signature of the certified translator.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A four-year Bang Tot Nghiep from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Required.

If submitting the TOEFL: a minimum score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based) or overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing (internet-based).

If submitting the IELTS: a minimum overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Zambia

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not Required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

Zimbabwe

Required Academic Transcript:
Documents must arrive in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.

Required Proof of Degree:
Proof of degree conferred and date must be clearly indicated on the transcript or an official copy of the diploma, which bears the original stamp of the issuing institution, must be provided.

U.S. Bachelor’s Equivalency:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.

TOEFL or IELTS:
Not Required.

Note: Notarized copies are not considered official academic records. Please do not submit your original proof of degree, as we cannot return it to you.

 
 
 

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