International Merit Scholarship for Students from Africa and Nepal
Apply to WKU Online
In order to apply for general admission to WKU as an international student, you will need:
- A completed application (open WKU application for admission)
- $75 non-refundable application fee
- Official Academic Records from schools attended with grades and any degrees/diplomas/certificates received. Should also include a literal English translation.
- Proof of English Proficiency
- Financial Evidence of Support
- Students transferring from within the US will need to fill out the Transfer-In Form
Be Admitted to WKU by May 1st
After receiving the admission letter from WKU by May 1st, we will automatically evaluate your transcripts to calculate your grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00 scale. Students with a GPA between 3.00-3.49 will be eligible for an $8,000 scholarship. Those with GPAs higher than 3.49 will be eligible for the $13,000 scholarship.
Participate in Pathways Program
Scholarship recipients will complete the WKU Pathways program. This occurs during the 1st-2nd semester of the students first year. It accompanies your curriculum to give you a personalized experience, assist with English-language acquisition, and introduce you to life on an American campus. The Pathways program does not delay your graduation but is committed to ensuring your success at WKU and beyond.
Scholarship Overview
GPA of 3.00-3.49
- University shall cover USD $8,000 of the total tuition costs each year of the program of study
GPA of 3.50 or higher
- University shall cover USD $13,000 of the total tuition costs each year of the program of study
The University's admissions deadline:
- Fall 2020: June 1, 2020
Scholarship application deadline:
- Fall 2020: admitted by May 1st
Undergraduate Degree programs as listed on the website
1-4 years
English
Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
Bachelors Degree (After High School)
- A completed application (open WKU application for admission)
- Minimum academic requirements: Freshmen: 2.5 GPA / Transfer:* 2.0 GPA
- *Students with 24 or more earned hours of college credit
- English proficiency requirements (one of the following):
- TOEFL, IBT – 71
- IELTS – 6.0
- SAT Critical Reading – 450
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing – 460
- ELS – Level 109 PTE Academic – 52
- DuoLingo - 100 DET for one-semester Pathway program; 90 DET for two-semester Pathway program
- $75 non-refundable application fee
- Official Academic Records from schools attended with grades and any degrees/diplomas/certificates received. Should also include a literal English translation.
- Financial Evidence of Support must be provided to obtain an I-20
- Students transferring from within the US will need to fill out the Transfer-In Form
All necessary documents, including academic records, and proof of English language proficiency, must be received before an admission decision can be made.
Graduate Admissions Requirements
Masters Degree/PHD (After Bachelors Degree)
- A completed application HERE
- Official transcripts demonstrating completion of bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university & certified English translation
- Any additional program requirements (writing samples, resume/vita, etc.)
- GRE/GMAT scores, if required by program
- Adequate academic preparation in the field of specialization
- English proficiency requirements (one of the following):
- TOEFL, IBT – 79
- IELTS – 6.5
- ELS - Level 112
- $95 non-refundable application fee
- Financial Evidence of Support must be provided to obtain an I-20
- Students transferring from within the US will need to fill out the Transfer-In Form
Learn more about our graduate programs and specific requirements HERE
All necessary documents, including academic records, and proof of English language proficiency, must be received before an admission decision can be made.
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