Admissions and Aid
International Student Admissions
Learn the requirements and start your online application today to become an international student at CWU.
Central Washington University is proud of our growing international student population. Today, more than 400 students from 66 countries like Vietnam, Brazil, and Japan call CWU their home. By joining our thriving international community, you'll receive support and services to help you transition to life in the U.S., achieve your academic goals, and more.
Steps Toward Completing Your Application
Check your admission requirements and deadlines
Should I apply as an international student? If you need an F-1 visa, then yes, you are considered an international student.
If you are a Graduate Student, reference our International Graduate Student Application process.
Complete and submit your application
Our application is completely online. You can apply through our application portal or use Common App. Already started an application? Pick up where you left off or check the status through your Applicant Portal.
Pay the application fee
The $60 application fee is non-refundable.
Provide your proof of English proficiency
We require that you speak and understand the English language to attend CWU. As part of your application, you must provide proof of your English proficiency. There are multiple options for students looking to officially demonstrate their English proficiency.
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Countries exempt from English proficiency
You do not need to supply proof of English proficiency if you are from:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bermuda
- British Virgin Islands
- Botswana
- Canada (except Quebec)
- Cayman Islands
- Dominica
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Liberia
- Malawi
- Micronesia
- Namibia
- New Zealand
- Nigeria
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- St. Kitts & Nevis
- St. Lucia
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad & Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Uganda
- United Kingdom
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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Where do I send my transcripts?
Electronic transcripts coming directly from your institution are accepted
If you are having your transcripts mailed, please send to the following address:Central Washington University
Office of Admissions
400 E University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7463 -
Complete the Student Visa Process
International students outside US:
- Complete steps to obtain document I20 and to apply for F1 student visa.
International students inside US:
- Submit immigration and financial documents, and complete steps to transfer your SEVIS record to CWU to obtain your new document I20.
Questions? Contact the SEVIS Coordinator at +1-509-963-3612 or sevis@cwu.edu
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More information
We may also ask for you to submit external examinations results depending on which country and curriculum that you studied. Examples include:
- Cambridge Examinations
- International Baccalaureate
- West African Senior School Examination
- China: Center for Student Services and Development (CSSD)
Examination results must be verified by the individual examination authority.
CWU reserves the right to request a transcript evaluation from an outside credential company, at the applicant's expense, to authenticate a transcript. If needed, please request a course-by-course evaluation of your transcript(s) by one of the following agencies:
Once the evaluation is complete, the agency will forward all required documents to CWU.
Need help? We're here for you.
Your success is our top priority. Find helpful resources for your financial and application questions or contact our staff for personalized support.
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