International Applicants

International student applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. This means that there is not a formal deadline, and we are able to review applications and make scholarship decisions as we receive international applications. However, to allow time for VISA processing and travel arrangements, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible and at least 45 days prior to the start of the semester.

Champlain College is accepting international applications for the Spring 2012 (Starts January 9, 2012) and Fall 2012 (Starts August 27, 2012) semesters.

Steps to Applying to Champlain College as an International Student:

1. Complete and submit the Champlain College International Student Application.

2. Additional required items to complete your application:

1. Original documents or certified copies of secondary school courses and marks earned, and/or secondary school completion examination scores (whichever is customary in your country), must be submitted. All documents must be translated into English, if necessary. (This is the student's responsibility to arrange and pay for. Contact www.wes.org for information on this service)
2. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), ELPT, or IELTS scores for students whose first language is not English. The following minimum scores are required for admission:

TOEFL: 550 or 173 with a minimum essay score of 4
ELPT: 950
IELTS: 5

3. Bank statements or a sponsor’s financial statement certifying your ability to meet expenses of attending Champlain College for one academic year. In addition, sponsors are required to submit a letter of support.
4. A legible copy of your passport. The passport must be valid for six months from the date of your completed application.
5. If you are applying to the Creative Media, Digital Filmmaking, Game Art and Animation, Game Design, Graphic Design & Digital Media, or Professional Writing (optional) majors, please upload your portfolio. Directions to upload your portfolio can be found here.
6. Optional: Official SAT or ACT scores
   1. Champlain’s SAT code is 3291 and our ACT code is 4298. SAT and ACT score reports can be sent to Champlain from the CollegeBoard and ACT websites respectively.
   2. SAT or ACT scores are recommended for students seeking scholarships and other financial awards.
7. For Early Decision Applicants: Please submit the Early Decision Agreement Form to complete your Early Decision application.

International students that do not have the required minimum TOEFL, ELPT or IELTS score can be accepted to Champlain College under a Conditional Admission status. Students that are accepted under this conditional status are provided details of their required ESL program with their Conditional Acceptance information.

For more information on international student admission, please contact Kristen Amato at kamato@champlain.edu

Social Work Majors: Recommendation & Supplement

If you are applying to the Social Work Program, you will be required to submit two additional pieces of information: a supplemental application as well as a letter of recommendation. Please see the Social Work major page for details.