International Student Admission

Qualified international students are welcome to enroll in graduate degree programs at UW-Superior. To be admitted, the following information must be submitted to the Graduate Studies Office:

1. Completed Graduate Studies application.
2. Two copies of all transcripts, certificates and examination results from secondary and postsecondary schools with official stamp and signature. These documents must be sent directly to the Graduate Studies Office by the institution (school) issuing them. Transcripts will not be accepted from students. English translations, duly certified, must also be sent.
3. A statement or certificate indicating English language proficiency. A score of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is recommended. Specific departments may require higher scores and may also require the Test of Spoken English (TSE). Any deviation from these standards must be approved in advance by the appropriate faculty advisor and the Provost.
4. Documented evidence of financial stability for two years. This should include proof of financial resources indicating stipend and source and/or a bank statement bearing the official bank seal indicating the amount of money available for study in the United States for at least two years. U.S. consular offices often require that money be deposited in U.S. currency in the university's business office before visas are issued. Care must be taken that all statements of support are thoroughly documented. This documented evidence must be submitted with the application for admission. Verification from a local bank that money is on deposit for use during residency in the United States is acceptable at the time of application. Students should not rely on financial assistance in the form of part-time work on campus because such employment cannot be guaranteed. Information regarding nonresident tuition waivers may be obtained from the director of financial aid, the international student advisor or the Graduate Studies Office.
5. A $45 nonrefundable application fee in U.S. dollars made payable to the University of Wisconsin-Superior.
6. All required documents for admission must be on file with the Graduate Studies Office by April 1 for the fall semester, by September 1 for the spring semester, and by February 1 for the summer session.