International Students

West Liberty University welcomes and considers qualified applicants from schools and colleges/universities located outside the United States.

International students may be admitted if they have satisfactory academic records and evidence of English Language Proficiency. Students from countries where English Language is not the official language and medium of instruction can prove English proficiency by one of the following:

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): score of 61 (Internet based), 173 (computer based) or 500(paper based)
  • International English Language Testing (IELTS): band score of 5.5
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): score of 44
  • EIKEN Test: grade 2A
  • SAT: a score of 24 or higher on the Reading Test
  • ACT: a minimum score of 18 on the English section
  • Freshman English with a grade of C or better from an accredited U.S., college or university
  • U.S. high school diploma International students must also submit official copies of the American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) results in addition to high school transcripts.

If the student has attended a previous college/university, transcripts must be provided by the college/university. All foreign high school or college transcripts and any supporting credentials must be certified English translations.

All applicants requiring F-1 student visa, must provide documentation that indicates they can meet the financial responsibilities during the period of time they expect to be enrolled at WLU. Additionally, they must have accident and health insurance in force while they are attending WLU.

Eligible international students can qualify for West Liberty’s academic scholarships. In addition, WLU offers International Student Housing Scholarships to students from select targeted areas.

WLU is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant students.