International Applicants

The Department of International Educational Services (IES) assists graduate and undergraduate international students in applying for admission and pursuing studies at the University of Maryland. Please go to the IES website for more detailed information on the admissions process and graduate study in the United States: IES Homepage.

Foreign Student Deadlines: Foreign students must file applications by February 1 for Fall Semester and June 1 for Spring Semester. (Please note: If applying to the Higher Ed program area, the January 5th deadline indicated above applies to both U.S. and foreign applicants).

In general, it is to the student’s advantage to apply well before the published deadline, particularly if the applicant intends to be considered for a fellowship, assistantship, or other form of financial aid (most of which require that a student be admitted as a condition of eligibility).

We also strongly recommend that prospective students talk with program coordinators and faculty, and to visit the Department and classes, to help determine if the Department's programs are appropriate to their academic interests and professional goals.

Application Requirements for International Students

In addition to sending the materials required by the Graduate School and the Department of Education Policy and Leadership, you must submit the following documents to have your application reviewed:

Certificate of Finances: Information on how to certify proof of financial solvency can be found at http://www.intprog.umd.edu/ies/Adm_International/finances_2005.html

Visa Status: On The Graduate School application, prospective students are requested to note the type of visa they currently hold or will need to study at the University. In addition, if you are a current holder of a visa or Permanent Resident card, you must submit copies of that visa or Permanent Resident Card.

English Language Proficiency: International students must demonstrate a proficiency in the English language by taking the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS). (http://www.intprog.umd.edu/ies/Adm_International/englangprof.html)

Transcripts: The Graduate Admissions Office and the Academic Department must receive the complete application and official records/marksheets in the original language with literal English translations by the appropriate international deadline date. Translations should not be interpretive and actual names of all degrees, diplomas, and certificates must appear in the translation. Official copies must be submitted for review with your application. Only applicants who have completed the full sequence of preparatory studies and examinations equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree from an approved institution, and who have met the University of Maryland College Park admissions criteria, will be considered.

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