International Students

An international student must submit the following to be considered for admission:

• TOEFL
• International high school and/or university transcript evaluation (WES, InCred, etc.)
• ACT/SAT is encouraged for international students whose first language is English.
• Statement of Financial responsibility (required for 120 to be sent)

International students who show evidence of ability to communicate in English and would benefit from the University of Tennessee Southern’s educational program are encouraged to apply. All international students may be asked to undergo placement testing prior to registration, and based upon performance, may be required to take classes in English as a Second Language (ESL) and/or to participate in UTS’s Intensive English Program (IEP).

The TOEFL, required for all international applicants, should suffice and will be used for placement, unless in the circumstance in which the University may need to ask for more data. TOEFL scores of 70 with sub-scores of 17 or 18 are minimum for placement in college-level courses. The Director of Academic Advising will assist all international students. Inquiries concerning U.S. college studies may be directed to the United States Embassies and Consulates. All international college and high school transcripts must be evaluated by WES or another accredited agency. Consult the Registrar or Director of Academic Advising for additional information.