International Applicant FAQ
Foreign Transcript Evaluations


Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on program modality. International applicants are welcome to apply to distance (online) programs during any entry term in which the individual program accepts applicants. However, international applicants may only apply to residential programs (located in Cullowhee or Asheville) during Fall entry terms.
No, providing a foreign transcript evaluation is required via an
No, the only accepted transcript will either be an unofficial (sent by applicant) or official (sent directly from approved evaluator) foreign transcript evaluation via an Please note, you are required to submit an official foreign language transcript if you are accepted into your program.
No, we cannot waive or pay for your application fee or foreign transcript evaluation.
All international students must demonstrate a proficiency in English in order to be admitted to Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ. Please visit the Office of Global Engagement's page for International Students to view current requirements for approved tests of language proficiency or standards for exemption. You will find this information in the "Graduate" section, in the "English Language Proficiency Requirements" dropdown.
Many residential programs have assistantships available, but an offer of admissions is not a guarantee of an offer for an assistantship. Please explore our main programs page and reach out to the program director for your program of interest for more information on graduate assistantships and their selection process.
No, this is done after you are accepted to your program. Students must show proof of funding for their first year of study. Once admitted, you will recieve the certificate of finance form that you must complete to receive your I-20. For more information, visit the Office of Global Engagement's Costs for International Students page.
Make sure you have the correct number of recommenders (some programs require up to 3) and that you are not missing any required application information. Make sure you have selected the correct application term, please note that international applicants are welcome to apply to residential programs (Cullowhee or Asheville) during Fall entry terms only. Connect with our admissions team via gradadmissions@wcu.edu with any questions.
No, the application fee of $65 cannot be waived. Payment must be submitted before the application can be processed by our admissions team and considered by the program.


Helpful Links
- International Applicant Page - under "Graduate." Includes information on language proficiency and list of exempt countries for language proficiency.
- Graduate Programs Page - includes deadlines, programs specific requirements, test score (GRE/GMAT) information, program webpage links, and program director contact information.
- Admission Requirements - includes information about Foreign Transcript Evaluation, steps for admission, language proficiency exam.
- Graduate School Admissions FAQ Page - general FAQ for Graduate School at Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ.
- Admission Requirements - including information about Foreign Transcript Evaluation, steps for admission, language proficiency exam.
- - general scholarship application for WCU. For program specific scholarship questions, please reach out to your program director. Graduate Excellence Awards are also available for select programs.
- Assistantships - please see the "Graduate Assistantships" tab on this webpage for general information. To find out if there are assistantships available for your program, please contact your program director.
As an international applicant please be aware of following:
- Applications cannot be moved (or deferred) to different terms unless you are accepted by your program and approved for defferal.
- Programs will not view your application without a foreign transcript evaluation.
- Programs have individual timelines for decisions - if you want to know when a decision is made, contact your program.
- As an international applicant, you must be aware of the timeline for your programs application deadline and application term in relation to your ability to get a VISA and funding. Apply to your program of interest with enough time to complete all the necessary steps.
- Graduate School Catalog
VISA or Funding Questions?
Contact Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµGlobal via international@wcu.edu