International Graduate Application Process

If your educational history includes postsecondary coursework from outside the United States, then you must complete the international admissions requirements listed on this page. There may be additional admissions requirements listed on the Graduate Admissions webpage.

Steps to apply

• New College Application (no application fee)
• Credential Evaluation – NACES or AICE
  • Athletes (see Application Details)
• Transcripts: Native language and English translation (if applicable)
• TOEFL or IELTS
  • Waiver available (see Application Details)
• Letters of Recommendation

Optional

• GRE or GMAT

Application Details

Transcripts

• All transcripts and examination certificates of non-U.S. postsecondary coursework in the native language of instruction and a word for word certified, literal (exact) English translation (if applicable).
• Unofficial transcripts are accepted electronically for the review process, while official transcripts and translations are required upon enrollment.
• Unofficial transcripts can be uploaded electronically for the review process via the Application Status Page.
• Official final transcripts and translations are required before your intended start term. They must be sent directly from your institution to New College of Florida by mail or email.
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Mailing address: New College of Florida – Office of Admissions, 5800 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243-2109

Non-English Transcripts

• Transcripts and degree certificates/diplomas not issued in English must be accompanied by a certified, literal line-for-line English translation of the original document. Acceptable certified translations are issued by your institution or a professional translating service.

Credential Evaluation

• A course-by-course credential evaluation, with grade point average (GPA) calculation included, for all non-U.S. postsecondary coursework.
• NCF accepts an evaluation from any current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services and any endorsed member of the Association of International Credential Evaluators.
• Athletes are required to submit a course-by-course credential evaluation with a grade calculation through InCred.
• Unofficial copies of transcripts and degree certificates still must be submitted with a credential evaluation during the application process.

GRE code: 5506

TOEFL or IELTS

• Waived if your country is on the Countries Exempt from English Proficiency list (see below)
• TOEFL (IBT) minimum score: 83
• TOEFL (PBT) minimum score: 560
• IELTS minimum score: 6.5

Student Visa

• If admission is granted, we will request and collect all required documentation related to the student visa process.

Letter of Recommendation

• Two letters of recommendation from individuals whom can attest to your quantitative and/or computational skills.