Proof of adequate English proficiency is required from all non-native English speaking applicants. Applicants who are uncertain whether they are required to submit proof of English proficiency are encouraged to contact the Office of International Programs.

Students who do not meet the English proficiency requirement may apply for CONDITIONAL ADMISSION.

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English Language Proficiency Tests Accepted by UW-Superior NOTE: Only test scores sent directly from the testing body are accepted. Applicants are encouraged to request their results be sent to UW-Superior at the time of testing if possible. Applicants will not be penalized for an unacceptable result if an acceptable result is received at a later date.

Internet-based Test (iBT): 61

Paper-based Test (PBT): 500

For information about TOEFL, visit their website, www.toefl.org/ or call (609) 771-7100. The University of Wisconsin-Superior INSTITUTIONAL CODE is 1920.

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

5.5

For information about IELTS, visit their web site, www.ielts.org/.

• Pearson Test of English (PTE)

47

For information about PTE, visit their web site, www.pearsonpte.com 

• STEP-EIKEN (Available in Japan only)

        Pre 1st Grade

For information about STEP-EIKEN, visit their web site, http://stepeiken.org/.   

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 WESLI Recommendation Applicants who study at the Wisconsin English as a Second Language Institute (www.wesli.com/) can satisfy the English proficiency requirement by 1) receiving the WESLI Recommendation, 2) scoring at least 76 on the Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency and 3) earning a rating of good or excellent on the 700-level academic reading and writing courses.

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Other Acceptable Tests/Qualifications/Courses

• English composition course passed at an accredited English-medium university located in a country where English is the dominant language. The course must count as transfer credit at UW-Superior and be C or higher.
  

• International Baccalaureate (IB) English A1 or A2 Higher Level passed with minimum grade 4.
  

• Completion of Level 112 at an ELS language center. The nearest center is 2.5 hours away in St. Paul, Minnesota.
  

• A score of 450 or higher on the SAT critical reading section.
  

• A score of 18 on the ACT English section.
  

• A grade of C or higher on two GCE Advanced Level subjects or a grade of C or higher on GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) English.
  

• Graduation from a high school or post-secondary school in the following countries:

Anguilla, Antigua/Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Guyana, Canada (except Quebec), Cayman Islands, Dominica, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), Fiji, Grenada, Guam, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica/other West Indies, Liberia, Montserrat, New Zealand, St. Helena, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Trinidad & Tobago, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands

For questions about the English language proficiency requirement or to apply for an exemption to the English proficiency requirement, please contact the Office of International Programs                  

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Costs and Financial Aid

Estimated expenses for the nine-month 2011-2012 academic calendar year for an international undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Superior:
 

* Does not include scholarship, grants, or financial aid opportunities. Undergraduate tuition is based on the number of credit hours taken each semester. These figures are for full-time students (12-18 credits per semester) enrolled for a full academic year.
The figures above do not include MEDICAL INSURANCE, which costs $1040 for the 2011-12 academic year, or BOOKS & SUPPLIES, for which students should budget approximately $800 per year. Also not included above are PERSONAL & TRAVEL EXPENSES, which each individual student ultimately determines. We recommend that students budget at least $2,080 for these.                                                    
Estimated cost per year*: $25,060
  *Includes tuition, fees, residence hall, meals, insurance, books, supplies, and personal expenses as indicated above. Does not include summer-related expenses. This figure is used for the Form I-20 purposes.
Note that in the United States, the average increase for university tuition is approximately 6% per year. In recent years, cost increases for UW-Superior international students have been slightly below the national average.
The most up-to-date information about tuition and fees can be accessed on our Bursar's Office website.
For information about scholarships, grants, and employment opportunities for international students, please click here.             

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Financial Documentation

One of the conditions governing your entry into the United States is evidence of sufficient funds to cover all expenses. As you probably already know, it is quite expensive to live in the United States. You must be prepared to pay the entire cost of schooling and, if at all possible, you should bring the entire year's resources with you. While you may be able to find a job and be given permission to accept it, you should not depend on financing your studies and living expenses by working in the United States alone. In order for UW-Superior to issue a Form I-20, which is needed to apply for a U.S. student visa, a student needs to demonstrate that he/she can be financially responsible for all educational and living expenses while in the United States. The purpose of this requirement is to prevent the student from having financial difficulties after arriving at this university. Students should not rely on financial assistance in the form of part-time work on campus because such employment cannot be guaranteed.  Applicants need to submit the following documentation:

OR for sponsors who live in the United States, a completed, signed Affidavit of Support, i.e. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-134, available online (http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-134.pdf)  Financial documents must:

• be original letters/statements with ink signatures and stamps (photocopies and fax copies cannot be accepted)
  
  
• be written in English (or in original language accompanied by an official translation)
  
  
• show money amounts in local currency with conversions into U.S. dollars
  
  
• include both the sponsor's name and your name exactly as it appears on the application
  
  
• be dated within six months of initial enrollment at UW-Superior

Please note you should request additional original documentation to present to the U.S. Consulate or Embassy when requesting a student visa and to the immigration officials when entering the United States.          

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