International Student Admissions

Application for International Student

1. Review the International undergraduate student admissions policy

2. Submit your application for admission to Wingate University. Expect a decision within two weeks once all requested application items have been received.

3. Have your official high school transcripts sent to internationaladmissions@wingate.edu from a school official (we will not accept transcripts sent to us from students).

• College transcripts will need to be evaluated, we recommend a course-by-course evaluation and the following evaluation companies:  World Education Services, Inc. & SpanTran for evaluation and University Language Services for translation.
• Note that translated and evaluated official final transcripts are also required for enrollment.

4. Submit official standardized test scores if applicable.

5. If admitted, complete the International Processing Form, and pay the $100 non-refundable international processing fee. Fall semester applications must be received no later than June 1. Spring applications must be received by Nov 1.

6. If admitted, a merit based scholarship will be offered. If additional financial aid is needed international student applications can submit the Financial Responsibility Form. Eligibility for additional aid is determined by the financial information you provide on the Financial Responsibility Form. Please submit the completed form and supporting documents to admitfrf@wingate.edu. 

7. Please note, international applicants must be at least 17 years of age by the first day of class in the semester in which the student intends to enroll. Undergraduate students wishing to live on campus, encompassing both residence halls and apartments, must be at least 17 years of age and not exceed 23 years of age before the first day of classes for the semester in which they intend to enroll.  

 

Wingate is a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school and is required to comply with federal regulations when admitting international students. All F and M visa students that study in the United States require a Form I-20, “Certificate for Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status.” This policy applies to both first-year international students and international students transferring from an international institution or another school in the United States.

The following information is not required as part of your application for admission; however, it is required to be eligible for an I-20 in order to obtain a student visa if you are accepted and plan to enroll at Wingate University:

1. A PDF color photocopy of your passport (required for all applicants from outside of the U.S) emailed to internationaladmissions@wingate.edu

2. Proof of English proficiency. International students may demonstrate English proficiency in the following ways:

• Have citizenship in a country where English is the official language and the language of instruction in higher education. Please see our list of exempt countries.
• Graduation from a high school, attending for a minimum of 3 years, at an international institution or American school where the primary language of instruction was completed in English. The institution must provide a signed letter or official transcript verifying courses were taught in English.
• All other international students seeking F1 visas must achieve a minimum required test score on at least one approved language proficiency exam/test. The scores must be from within the past 24 months at the time of application to Wingate. The approved exams/tests are as follows:

a. Minimum SATscore of 450 on the Evidence-based Reading and Writing section
b. Minimum ACT score of 17 on both the Reading and English sections
c. Minimum TOEFL IBT score of 70
d. Minimum IELTS score of 5.5 - academic module
e. Minimum Level 112 for ELS
f.  Minimum Level 6 completed at ELTI at UNC Charlotte
g. Minimum Duolingo English Test score of 100

• Successfully complete 24 transferable hours at a US university or community college with a grade of C or better in English composition (e.g. English 100).

3. Payment of the $2,500 Enrollment & Tuition Deposit. The $300 enrollment deposit is non-refundable after May 1st for fall applicants and November 1st for spring applicants. The tuition deposit of $2,200 is non-refundable. These deposits must be paid together. They cannot be paid separately.

4. Complete Wingate's I-20 form and submit proof of funds with an original bank statement. (This link is provided to students via email once the documents listed above  have been received and the student's financial aid has been finalized by the Office of Financial Planning). 

Wingate reserves the right to request any documents that we deem necessary. Per federal guidelines Wingate University is required to keep all original documents.

Please note that Wingate is unable to begin the I-20 process until after the $300 enrollment deposit and $2200 tuition deposit has been paid.

It is recommended that all I-20 documentation be submitted by July 1 for Fall enrollment and November 1 for Spring Enrollment. 

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TUITION DEPOSIT FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICANTS

Effective January 1, 2024
Wingate University requires all admitted international student applicants to pay a non-refundable tuition deposit of $2,200 (USD). International students are those who require a F1 visa or have a current visa that allows study in the United States (H4, J2, etc.). Once an international student is admitted, the tuition deposit is paid, and the applicant has submitted all required documents to qualify for an I-20, Wingate University will issue the necessary immigration documents. The deposit will be noted on the Form I-20. We are currently experiencing a high volume of applicants, so please allow several weeks for processing. 

APPLYING DEPOSIT: Upon arriving at Wingate University, the student must complete the new student orientation and be fully enrolled in classes. The tuition deposit will then be applied to the student's account balance.

DEPOSIT FORFEIT: Should the student not enroll at Wingate University, or transfer to or attend a different school, before or during the first semester of attendance at Wingate University, the tuition deposit will be forfeited. 

DEFERRAL: For those applicants who are admitted, but defer enrollment, Wingate University will hold the tuition deposit for up to one semester. Students must notify the undergraduate admissions office by the start of their initial application term to be considered for deferment. 

REFUND EXCEPTION: The tuition will only be refunded if the student is denied a visa (written proof is required). The tuition deposit will be returned (minus any processing fees).

Wingate is a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school and must comply with federal regulations when admitting international students. As part of these requirements, Wingate requires international students to demonstrate English proficiency as part of the enrollment process prior to the issuance of an I-20 immigration document.

International first-year students may demonstrate English proficiency in the following ways:

1. Have citizenship in a country where English is the official language and the language of instruction in higher education. Please see our list below of exempt countries.

2. Graduation from a high school, attending for a minimum of 3 years, at an international institution or American school where the primary language of instruction was completed in English. The institution must provide a signed letter or official transcript verifying courses were taught in English.

3. All other international students seeking F1 visas must achieve a minimum required test score on at least one approved language proficiency exam/test. The scores must be from within the past 24 months at the time of application to Wingate. The approved exams/tests are as follows:

a. Minimum SAT score of 450 on the Evidence-based Reading and Writing section
b. Minimum ACT score of 17 on both the Reading and English sections
c. Minimum TOEFL IBT score of 70
d. Minimum IELTS score of 5.5 - academic module
e. Minimum Level 112 for ELS
f. Minimum Level 6 completed at ELTI at UNC Charlotte
g. Minimum Duolingo English Test score of 100

International transfer students from US or international institutions may demonstrate English proficiency in the following ways:

1. Have citizenship in a country where English is the official language and the language of instruction in higher education. Please see our list below of exempt countries.
2. Successfully complete 24 transferable hours at a US university or community college with a grade of C or better in English composition (e.g. English 100).

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