Whether a Korean diploma allows direct entry differs by university. See the 'Korean high school diploma' rows on the Netherlands cards. Netherlands · Korean high school diploma
Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
IB Diploma2027 intake
Required / recommended subjects
Program-specific academic and non-academic requirements apply; check Programs and Courses
Course prerequisites by degree: Biomedicine needs English, Chemistry and grade 4 in a maths option; Commerce English and grade 4 in a maths option; Science grade 4 in a maths option and grade 4 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics; Arts and Design English
Based on results in up to four Advanced Level subjects (UK, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe GCE A Levels); conversion in the international admission guide
“Based on results in up to four Advanced Level subjects”
Aggregate score from three to four AP exams plus US high school qualification and required GPA on a 4.0 scale; only AP scores of 3 or higher count; Calculus AB subgrade excluded; international students only
“Only AP scores of 3 or higher count toward the aggregate.”
Guide IB scores (based on 2025 requirements): Commerce 36, Economics 33, Engineering (Hons) 35, Advanced Computer Science 36, Medical Science 33, Science 29, Actuarial Studies 41; guide figures only
“Applicants completing the IB Diploma can be considered for admission in Term 3”
Dalhousie University
Halifax, Canada
IB Diploma
Required / recommended subjects
English 12 = IB English SL or HL; Academic Math 12/Pre-Calculus 12 = Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation (SL or HL) for 2021+; Chemistry/Physics/Biology 12 = corresponding IB SL or HL
Published offer conditions
Minimum 26 points including bonus points for admission
AP / IB credit
HL courses with grade 5, 6 or 7 eligible for transfer credit; from September 2027 select SL courses also eligible; Engineering max 12 credit hours; submit IB Transfer Credit Request Form before end of first semester
“need at least 26 points (including bonus points) for admission”
Math (HL/SL AA or HL AI) for math-prerequisite programs; Science: Math plus two of Biology/Chemistry/Physics with at least one HL; Engineering: Math, Chemistry, Physics with at least one HL; Architecture: Math and Physics, one HL; Arts and Social Work: no specific subject prerequisites
Standardised tests
Test-flexible · Standardized tests not mentioned on this page
Published offer conditions
Typical minimum predicted/final grades out of 42: Arts 33-36; Science 35-39; Engineering 32-42 by discipline; Architecture 39-42; Management and Social Work 35-38; Nursing and most Education 30. Guidelines only
English requirement
Proof of English proficiency required for many applicants; generally exempt after at least four years of school in an English-primary country
AP / IB credit
Up to 30 credits of advanced standing may be granted for the IB Diploma
“Many programs are more competitive and will require higher grades.”
· Checked 6 Nov 2026
McMaster University
Hamilton, Canada
A Level
Required / recommended subjects
At least five subjects: three distinct GCE A2/International A-Level subjects and two GCSE/IGCSE/O Level subjects; math and science at A2 level; predicted A2 grades required
English requirement
English accepted at GCSE/IGCSE/O Level or GCE A-Level (A2) for all programs
AP / IB credit
A2 subjects with minimum grade B may be considered for advanced credit at the Faculty's discretion
“English is accepted at the GCSE/IGCSE/O Level or GCE A-Level (A2) for all programs.”
Six subjects, three HL and three SL, plus TOK and Extended Essay; math per program requirements; minimum score varies by program (out of 45, bonus points count)
AP / IB credit
Final scores of 5 or higher in HL courses may be considered for advanced credit at the Faculty's discretion
Queen's University
Kingston, Canada
IB Diploma
Required / recommended subjects
Full IB Diploma, six subjects with three at HL, no mark lower than 3, minimum 28 points excluding bonus; Engineering: Math, Chemistry, Physics, English; Health Sciences: English, Biology, Chemistry, Math with English min 5 plus supplementary application; Smith Commerce: Math and English min 5 plus supplementary application; Math Applications and Interpretations SL not an acceptable prerequisite
English requirement
Applicants from countries where English is not the primary language may need to submit English Language Proficiency scores; QBridge pathway exists
AP / IB credit
Not on this page; see Queen's Transfer Credits page
“Mathematics Applications and Interpretations SL is not an acceptable prerequisite.”
Contact the IBO to have official results sent to UBC for first-year credit assessment; interim grades used for initial decision, final IB results confirm admission and credit
“you must successfully complete an academic high school curriculum”
Three HL and three SL courses with overall minimum grade 24; Engineering requires Chemistry and Physics; Business and Engineering require Math Analysis and Approaches (HL or SL) or Applications and Interpretation (HL)
Published offer conditions
Direct entry averages: Arts 4 (70%); Science and Engineering 80%; Commerce, Health Sciences 85%
English requirement
IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 86 with at least 20 in each component; IB HL English grade 4+ may qualify for waiver
AP / IB credit
Advanced credit may be granted for select HL and SL courses with grade 4 or higher
Deadlines
Fall most programs 2027-03-01 · Music 2027-01-15
“Three HL and three SL courses, with an overall minimum grade of 24.”
Five IGCSE/GCSE/O Level subjects and three A Level subjects (four AS subjects in place of three A Levels considered for most programs); English at IGCSE/GCSE/O Level/AS/A Level required; AS or A Level Mathematics for programs with Calculus prerequisite; BTEC, Cambridge Technical and T-Level not accepted
AP / IB credit
Transfer credit may be awarded for A Level subjects
“Four AS subjects in place of three A Levels are considered for most programs.”
Calculus, AP Calculus (AB or BC) or one semester of college calculus required for most math, science, computer science and commerce programs; Precalculus cannot satisfy it
Standardised tests
Test-flexible · SAT/ACT optional unless applying to Engineering, which requires full disclosure; AP scores sent electronically with institution code 0982; no minimum AP scores listed
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Canada
IB Diploma
Required / recommended subjects
Mathematics faculty: IB diploma with six courses, at least three HL; HL Math Analysis and Approaches with minimum 6; HL or SL English A (or HL English B with minimum 5); Admission Information Form required
Standardised tests
Test-flexible · Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest/Euclid optional for admission
Published offer conditions
Total score requirement of 30 excluding diploma points
English requirement
English test required if four most recent years of full-time education were not in an English-language school system
“Subjects required for admission to specific programs should be HL whenever possible.”
Complete IB Diploma with TOK and EE; at least six subjects, three HL; no mark below 4; Engineering: Chemistry, Physics and Math AA (or Math AI HL); Health Sciences: Biology, Math; Medical Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Math; Nursing: Biology, Chemistry, English, Math
Published offer conditions
Minimum total 27 including EE and TOK; competitive programs typically low to mid 30s predicted; scholarships and most competitive programs usually 35+
AP / IB credit
Full IB Diploma with 5 or higher in HL courses may be assessed for transfer credit
Deadlines
Music audition registration 2027-02-01 · Fine Arts portfolio 2027-02-15 · Commercial Aviation Management form 2027-03-01
“A minimum total grade of 27 (including the Extended Essay and TOK)”
Standard: IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 each element) / TOEFL iBT 92 (min 20) or 4.5 on the 1-6 scale; Higher: IELTS 7.0 (min 6.5) / TOEFL 100 (min 22) or 5.0; course page states which
Deadlines
Medicine (MBBS), graduate-entry medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, Oxford and Cambridge (equal consideration) 2026-10-15 · Other undergraduate courses, equal consideration 2027-01-13
Overall scores of 38-42, with 6-7 in relevant subjects at Higher Level
King's College London
London, United Kingdom
A Level2027 intake
Required / recommended subjects
If four or more A levels are taken the highest three grades are assessed; General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives not accepted; practical endorsement required for linear sciences
Deadlines
LNAT (Law; Politics, Philosophy & Law) 2026-12-31
“Our conditional offers are based on three A-level subjects.”
Test-flexible · LNAT required for LLB (sit by 31 December 2026 for 2027 entry); TMUA mandatory for BSc Economics and BSc Econometrics and Mathematical Economics; UGAA may be required for non-traditional qualifications
Published offer conditions
37 points with HL 6,6,6 up to 39 points with HL 7,6,6; programme pages list their own
English requirement
Separate English language requirements page (not read)
Deadlines
LNAT sitting deadline (LLB) 2026-12-31
“The International Baccalaureate is scored out of 45 points”
University minimum is grade C or above at A Level or International A Level; some programmes require higher
English requirement
IELTS Academic Group A 6.0 (min 5.5), B 6.5 (6.0), C 7.0 (6.5), D 7.0 (7.0); TOEFL iBT from Jan 2026 4.5 / 4.5 / 5.0 / 5.0 overall; Group A includes engineering, computer science, maths and sciences, Group D includes Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing
“The A level requirements are listed under the 'entry requirements' tab”
Equivalence table: A*AA = 38 points or 766 in 3 HL; AAA = 36 or 666; AAB = 34 or 665; ABB = 32 or 655; BBB = 30 or 555; BBC = 28 or 554; BCC = 26 or 544; CCC = 24 or 444
“Any A-Level subject requirements would need to be met with the HL IB certificates.”
IB entry points are listed per programme; Career-related Programme not normally accepted alone (two HL subjects plus an accepted additional qualification)
Deadlines
UCAS deadline 2027-01-13
“The UCAS deadline is 13 January 2027 18:00 (UK time).”
University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
IB Diploma2027 intake
Required / recommended subjects
IB English A (Literature or Language and Literature) 4 at HL or SL; IB English B 5 at HL or 6 at SL (not accepted at SL where IELTS 7.0+ is required); English Ab Initio not accepted
English requirement
IELTS Academic undergraduate 6.0 overall, no less than 5.5 in each component; test results valid two years from course start
“We cannot accept results from an IELTS test that is over two years old”
Band-based; IELTS Standard 6.5 (min 6.0), Good 7.0 (6.5), Advanced 7.5 (7.0), Proficiency 8.0 (7.5); TOEFL iBT from Jan 2026 4.5 / 5.0 / 5.5 / 6.0 overall; offer letter states band
“required to demonstrate proficiency in English language.”
Test required · SAT total 1,190 or above or ACT composite 24 or above in one sitting, plus AP scores of 3 or above in two subjects; or AP scores of 4 or above in five subjects
Deadlines
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
A Level
Required / recommended subjects
Either 3 A-Level passes or 2 A-Level passes plus 2 AS passes; subject requirements differ by programme
English requirement
A-Level or AS grade E accepted; IELTS Academic 6.0
“Satisfying requirements does not guarantee admission, as admission is on a competitive basis.”
Full IB Diploma (six subjects) required; IB Certificate not accepted; acceptance cancelled if final total below the minimum set for the applicant
English requirement
TOEFL (test date score) or IELTS Academic within two years; waived with at least five of the last six years in English-medium instruction or Cambridge C2 Proficiency
“Sophia University requires a FULL IB Diploma (six subjects).”
· Checked 6 Nov 2026
University of Tokyo (PEAK)
Tokyo, Japan
A Level2026 intake
Published offer conditions
UK and International A-Level: at least three grades of A
“PEAK admissions will end at the Admission for September 2026 Enrollment.”
Test required · SAT 1480 or above (no superscores or predicted scores); ACT composite 33 or above; AP: at least two scores of 4 or above recommended for Japan in East Asia applicants
“PEAK admissions will end at the Admission for September 2026 Enrollment.”
Korean university special admission · 재외국민 12년2027 intake
Eligibility (as the prospectus states)
외국에서 초·중·고 전 교육과정 이수한 재외국민 또는 외국인. TOPIK 1급 이상 또는 홍익대 국제언어교육원 1급 이상 성적 제출(재외한국교육기관 고교 전과정 이수자 제외)(요강 요약).
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (HvA/AUAS)
University of applied sciences (hbo)Amsterdam, Netherlands
Korean high school diploma2027 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
No Korea-specific rule on the AUAS pages. Credentials must be equivalent to at least Dutch HAVO or MBO-4, VWO or bachelor level depending on the programme, with a matching subject profile; every non-Dutch diploma is evaluated individually for the chosen programme by the Credential Evaluation Department (4-6 weeks); Nuffic country information is only an indication. Example: BBA International Business requires secondary education equivalent to HAVO, VWO or MBO 4.
English requirement
Minimums for bachelor admission: IELTS Academic 6.0; TOEFL iBT 80; Cambridge English scale 169-175; LanguageCert Academic 65; PTE Academic 61; TOEIC 865 listening/reading and 335 speaking/writing; programme page states the required level
Six GCSEs graded A-C (9-4) and at least three A levels graded A-C (sometimes four); Aerospace Engineering: Maths and Physics; Computer Science & Engineering: Maths; Nanobiology: Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
American High School diploma from an accredited high school with at least 4 College Board AP exams, each with a minimum score of 3. AP Capstone, Arts (and Design), Research, Seminar, Cybersecurity, Networking and Business with Personal Finance not accepted.
Subject requirements
AP Calculus AB or BC (BC preferred) for all; plus Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics for most engineering programmes; Chemistry and/or Biology for Earth Climate & Technology, Life Science & Technology, Clinical Technology, Nanobiology
Eindhoven University of Technology
Research university (WO)Eindhoven, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
3 GCSE and 3 GCE A Level (A2) certificates in 6 different subjects; required subjects at A2; grade A*, A, B or C in all six; AS level insufficient.
Subject requirements
Maths only: Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, Psychology and Technology, Sustainable Innovation. Maths+Physics: Applied Physics, Architecture, Automotive Technology, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering. Maths+Physics+Chemistry: Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Sciences and Technology
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 each section); TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall and per section (reports from 21 Jan 2026; earlier 90 with 21 per section); Cambridge C1 Advanced 176 (169 each) or C2 Proficiency 180 (169 each); LanguageCert Academic 70 (65 each); PTE Academic 61 (46 each); one test date, max 2 years old
English exemption
IB or EB diploma with English as sole language of instruction; entire high school at an accredited US high school outside the US; full British curriculum (GCSE and A-levels) outside the UK; nationality of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK or US; bachelor's or last three years of high school in one of those countries; Dutch VWO
Erasmus University College
University collegeRotterdam, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
Minimum grades A B B for three GCE A Levels plus three GCSEs or IGCSEs at grades 9-5. Maths: B in A Level Mathematics or OMPT-A score of 70%.
Subject requirements
A Level Mathematics grade B or OMPT-A 70%
English requirement
If the diploma does not meet EUC's English rule: TOEFL iBT 5 (or 100) with subscores 4.5 (or 20); IELTS Academic 7.0 with subscores 6.0; Cambridge C2 Proficiency or C1 Advanced 185; Pearson PTE Academic 75 (subscores 65); LanguageCert Academic 75 (subscores 65); max 2 years old; Duolingo not accepted
English exemption
Exempt from English test with this diploma
Tuition
Institutional fee EUR 16,300 (same for EEA and non-EEA) · 2026-27
Foundation year
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Research university (WO)Rotterdam, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
Minimum of 6 different subjects: 3 GCSEs and 3 A-levels graded A* to C (or 9 to 4). English and Mathematics preferred among them. Non-English A-level languages count only as a fourth A-level; applied A-levels only for certain programmes.
English requirement
Programme-specific. Example International Bachelor Communication and Media: IELTS Academic 7 overall; TOEFL iBT 5.0 (old scale 94); Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180; LanguageCert Academic 75; PTE Academic 75; test-centre tests only, max 2 years old (source https://www.eur.nl/en/bachelor/international-bachelor-communication-and-media/admission)
English exemption
(IBCoM page) IB diploma with English A (HL or SL) or English B HL grade 4 or higher; secondary school diploma and/or at least 2.5 years of secondary school in Australia, Canada (excl. Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK or US; proof of English due 1 May for non-EEA
Numerus fixus programmes
Criminology, Medicine, International Business Administration (IBA), Psychology, International Bachelor in Psychology, International Bachelor Economics and Business Economics, Clinical Technology, Nanobiology
Fontys University of Applied Sciences
University of applied sciences (hbo)Eindhoven / Venlo / Tilburg, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
Accepted: GCSE in 4 subjects with marks A-C, or a General Certificate of Education with 2 subjects at advanced subsidiary (AS) level.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (6.0 each, one section may be 5.5) / TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each, one 4.0) / Cambridge 169 (169 each, one 162) / PTE Academic 61 / LanguageCert Academic 65 / TOEIC L&R 865 + S&W 335; official test centre, not online, not older than two years at start (Cambridge does not expire)
English exemption
IB Diploma, IBCP or European Baccalaureate (English L1/L2); all education in English in Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, USA or UK; secondary diploma from a Nuffic-listed country with English on the final transcript
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR EUR 10,210 (default full-time bachelor) / EUR 13,080 (Engineering, ICT, Technology and Logistics, Natural Sciences, Academy of the Arts) · 2026-27
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
A Level2027 intake
Required / recommended subjects
Three A-levels in academic subjects graded A to C; applied, vocational, arts, business and media subjects not accepted; AS-levels do not count; IGCSE or pre-A-level results required
English requirement
Exempt with IGCSE and A-levels, or IGCSE English as a first language
“Three A-levels in academic subjects, graded A to C.”
US high school diploma from an international school outside the US: non-weighted GPA at least 3.5/4.0 plus three AP exams graded 4 or 5 in different subjects, or four AP exams graded 3 to 5; AP Studio Art, Capstone, Research, Seminar not accepted
Leiden University College The Hague
University collegeThe Hague, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
At least three GCE A-levels in general, academic subjects with grades A-C (A-B preferred for selection); AS levels not sufficient; vocational qualifications not accepted; then LUC selection. Maths advice: GCSE Mathematics grade A or 7.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 overall (min 6.0 per component) / TOEFL iBT 5.5 overall (min 4.5 per component) / Cambridge C2 Proficiency or C1 Advanced 185 overall (min 169 per component).
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,771 · Institutional fee EUR €18,050 plus an additional institutional fee of €3,070 for Liberal Arts and Sciences at LUC · 2027-28
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“At least three GCE A-levels in general, academic subjects”
3 GCE A-levels in academic subjects with grades A, B or C + 3 GCSEs in 3 other subjects than the A-levels (or AICE with 3 A-levels).
English requirement
English-taught bachelors guide (year not stated): Academic IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 / Cambridge First B2 grade B or C (169-175) / TOEIC L&R 670, S&W 290.
English exemption
VWO-equivalent diploma from an EU/EEA country with English to the final year; secondary diploma from a country where English is official and the language of instruction; bachelor taught solely in English; proven English-taught courses, internship or work experience in English (guide wording).
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“3 GCE A-levels* in academic subjects with grades A, B or C + 3 GCSE's.”
GCSEs in 3+ subjects grade C/4 or higher plus GCE with 3 subjects at A-level grade C or higher; at least 6 different subjects at C/4 or higher in total, preferably including English and Mathematics.
English-taught IB, or IB English A SL/HL grade 4+, or English B HL grade 6+; UK standard pathway (3 GCSEs + 3 A-levels); English-taught VWO-level diploma from an accredited institution in listed countries incl. the United States.
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR differs per programme; e.g. Psychology 13,812, Chemistry 17,701 (non-EEA 2027-28, subject to change); statutory 2027-28 = 2,771 · 2026-27
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
University of applied sciences (hbo)Rotterdam, Netherlands
IB Diploma2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
IB diploma named as VWO-equivalent: gives access to the 3-year Fast Track (and therefore the 4-year programme, which needs HAVO/VWO/MBO4 level). English proof depending on diploma; Study Programme Check interview for visa applicants.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 ('My Best Scores' not accepted) / Cambridge CAE 169; online or home editions not accepted; Fast Track: test not older than 2 years
English exemption
previous education taught entirely in English, or diploma on the EU secondary education diploma list
University of applied sciences (hbo)The Hague, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
Rule of thumb: 4-year programme = GCSE in 6 different subjects and 4 O-levels with grade A*-C or 9-4 and 2 AS-levels grade A*-C or 2 A-levels with grade D-E (at least 6 subjects, preferably incl. Mathematics and English). 3-year programme = generally 3 relevant academic GCE A-levels (grades A*-C) plus 3 GCSEs (A*-C or 9-4), at least 6 subjects including compulsory Mathematics and English.
English requirement
4-year bachelors: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall / TOEFL iBT 4.5 (tests from 21 Jan 2026) or 80 (tests up to 20 Jan 2026) / Cambridge 169 / PTE Academic 61 / LanguageCert Academic 65 / TOEIC L&R 865 + S&W 335; test no older than two years on 1 September 2027
English exemption
educated in the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada (except Quebec), Australia, New Zealand, South Africa or Malta, or a listed diploma with English as exam subject; American/International High School Diploma, European Baccalaureate (L1/L2) or IB may qualify; full IB with English HL exempt (leaflet); THUAS may still require a test if schooling was in a non-English-speaking country
Tilburg University
Research university (WO)Tilburg, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
At least 3 accepted GCE A-levels in general academic subjects with grades A*-C, plus 3 GCSE academic subjects with grades A*-C or 4-9 (six different subjects in total).
Subject requirements
Diploma must be equivalent to Dutch VWO; depending on the programme an additional mathematics requirement applies (e.g. BSc International Business Administration has a mathematics requirement even with a recognised diploma).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (Writing and Speaking 5.5; IELTS Online not accepted); TOEFL iBT 4.5 (Writing/Speaking 4) for reports from 21 Jan 2026, or 80 (Writing 19, Speaking 17) for older reports; Cambridge B2 First/C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 173 (Writing/Speaking 160); results no older than two years
English exemption
Cambridge International GCSEs in combination with A Levels
England & Northern Ireland: three academic A-levels with grade B or higher; international A-levels (Cambridge, Pearson, OxfordAQA) in three general academic subjects with minimum BBB; AS-levels and BTEC not admissible; other subjects case by case.
England, Wales, Northern Ireland: GCSE plus 3 GCE A-levels with grades AAB in accepted academic subjects (Scotland: 4 Highers grade A and 3 Advanced Highers grades A-B).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 average, no part below 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 100 or 5 (L, R, S 5; W 4.5) / Cambridge C1 or C2 185, no part below 176.
English exemption
Full IB programme taught exclusively in English (except foreign languages), or IB English Language and Literature HL grade 6+; UK A-levels exempt (case-by-case for fast-track or all-science A-levels); US route with 1 year college credit exempt; a full year of university taught solely in English may give exemption with high results.
English must be one of the IB exam subjects, otherwise submit a valid English language proficiency test; IB route is for EEA nationals applying to specific Bachelor's programmes
Deadlines
Diploma verification 2027-08-31
“We need to verify your diploma no later than 31 August.”
Korean high school diploma2027 intakeDirect entry not stated
Condition the university states
PPLE (Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics) lists the Korean Certificate of Graduation from a general or science high school only together with a completed first year of full-time university bachelor education with all mandatory first-year credits; the high-school certificate alone is not listed as sufficient.
University of Groningen
Research university (WO)Groningen, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
Minimum of 3 academic GCE A2-levels with grades A* to C; the A-level certificate must be obtained.
English requirement
Varies by faculty (2027/28). Level 1 (Campus Fryslan, Economics and Business, Religion Culture and Society, Science and Engineering, Spatial Sciences): IELTS 6.0 (6.0 each) / TOEFL iBT 80 (L18 R18 S20 W21) or 4.0 each (2026 format). Level 2 (Arts, Behavioural and Social Sciences, Philosophy, UCG): IELTS 6.5 (L6.0 R6.0 S6.5 W6.5) / TOEFL 90 (L21 R21 S23 W24) or 4.5 (W 5.0). Level 3 (Law): IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each) / TOEFL 100 (L22 R24 S25 W25) or 5.0.
English exemption
IB with English as language of instruction; at least three GCE A2-levels graded A to C from an accredited British board; full upper secondary education in the United States (or other listed majority English-speaking country).
Numerus fixus programmes
International Business, Geneeskunde (Medicine), Psychologie, Psychology, Tandheelkunde (Dentistry)
University of Twente
Research university (WO)Enschede, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
3 (I)GCSE / O-Level with A, B or C (or 4-9) and 3 full GCE A2-Levels with A, B or C, six different subjects in total.
Subject requirements
A2 Mathematics for all; plus Physics (Advanced Technology, Applied Physics, Civil, EE, IDE, ME); Physics+Chemistry (BME, Chemical Science & Engineering); Physics+Chemistry+Biology (Technical Medicine)
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (5.5 each section); TOEFL iBT 90 (21 each) before Jan 2026, or 4.5 with reading/listening/writing 4.5 and speaking 4 after Jan 2026; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 169 (162 each); PTE Academic 61 (56 each); LanguageCert Academic 65 (R/L 60, S/W 65); max 2 years old
English exemption
Last three years of secondary school in Australia, Canada (English part), Ireland, New Zealand, UK or USA with English as exam subject until the final year; English as secondary exam subject depending on the country list; a three-year bachelor's obtained in an exempted country
Utrecht University
Research university (WO)Utrecht, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
Three (International) GCE A-Levels in preferred subjects with a minimum score of CCC.
Subject requirements
List names preferred subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics; programme-specific requirements may apply.
English requirement
Depends on programme EMI level. EMI-ready: IELTS Academic 6.0 (S 5.5, L 6.0, R 6.0, W 5.5) / TOEFL iBT 83 (S16 L17 R18 W16; tests before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 (S3.5 L4 R4 W3.5; from 21 Jan 2026). EMI-experienced: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each) / TOEFL iBT 93 (20 each) or 4.5 (S4 L4.5 R4.5 W4).
English exemption
IB diploma with English A or B as final exam subject (SL or HL); secondary diploma or English-taught bachelor from listed mainly English-speaking countries incl. UK and US; one year of English-taught higher education in listed countries.
At least 3 GCE A-levels (A2) in general, academic subjects with grade A*, A, B or C, plus 3 GCSEs with grade A*-C / 4-9, in six different subjects including English and mathematics. AS-levels and BTECs are not equivalent. For non-Humanities programmes a maximum of 1 A-level in languages.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall / TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (tests from 21 January 2026) or 92 (older scale) / Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 / LanguageCert Academic 70 / PTE Academic 68. PPE: IELTS 6.5 with min 6.0 per component. Law in Society: IELTS 6.5 with min 7.0 reading.
English exemption
Secondary or higher education diploma from English-taught education in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA (EQF 4+); full IB Diploma taught in English or with English A Language and Literature at SL 7 or HL 6/7; English-taught accredited bachelor's/master's degree.
Numerus fixus programmes
Criminology, Dentistry, Medicine, Psychology
Wageningen University & Research
Research university (WO)Wageningen, Netherlands
A Level2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
(International) GCE A-level in at least 3 academic subjects with grades A*-C (6 different subjects in total), together with (I)GCSE in at least 3 academic subjects graded A*-C or 9-4; programme subject requirements apply.
Subject requirements
Mathematics for every programme plus: Animal Sciences Chemistry+Biology; Data Science for Global Challenges one of Biology/Chemistry/Physics; Earth Systems Sciences and Environmental Sciences Physics+Chemistry; Food Technology Chemistry + Biology or Physics; International Land and Water Management Physics; Marine Sciences Chemistry+Biology; Tourism no additional subject. Required level depends on the diploma; result letter says if extra exams are needed.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (speaking 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80 (speaking 20) or 4.5 (speaking 4.0); PTE Academic 61 (speaking 56); LanguageCert Academic 65 (speaking 70); Cambridge B2 First 169-190, C1 Advanced 169-210, C2 Proficiency 180-230; tests no older than 24 months at application
English exemption
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore, Singapore
A Level
Required / recommended subjects
Three H2 content-based subjects and General Paper in the same sitting, plus a pass in Project Work (Singapore-Cambridge A-Level)
English requirement
IELTS Academic overall 6.5 with 6.5 in Writing and Speaking where an English test is required
“three H2 content-based subjects and General Paper”
Programme-specific subject requirements; both Math Analysis and Approaches and Applications and Interpretations accepted; NTU needs direct access to the official IB transcript via the IBO
Standardised tests
Test-flexible
Published offer conditions
NTU does not publish an IB grade profile
National University of Singapore
Singapore, Singapore
IB Diploma
Required / recommended subjects
English must be one of the subjects taken; programme prerequisites apply; some programmes require interviews or tests
Standardised tests
Test-flexible · Dentistry: predicted IB plus SAT/ACT with Writing and AP exams; Medicine: predicted IB plus UCAT or SAT/ACT with Writing and AP
English requirement
English test scores required if at least three IB subjects are taught in a non-English language
Deadlines
Dentistry and Medicine documents and test scores 2027-02-17 · IB transcript received (May 2027 results) 2027-07-06
“Applicants must meet the programme prerequisites for the programmes that they are applying for.”
UK A-Level: good pass in at least three Advanced-level subjects taken in the same sitting; predicted grades with at least three AS-level subjects accepted
Standardised tests
Test-flexible · SAT (non-law) at least 1,350 total with at least 650 EBRW; law 1,350 with 700 EBRW
Test-optional · Optional for domestic and international applicants; English proficiency results may be required; enrolling students must submit official scores. Page does not mention IB/A-level/AP.
“Standardized testing is optional for first-year and transfer applicants”
Test-optional · Optional for domestic and international applicants; English proficiency results may be required; enrolling students must submit official scores. Page does not mention IB/A-level/AP.
“Standardized testing is optional for first-year and transfer applicants”
Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional; English proficiency exam still required unless waived. Page lists no IB or A-level policy.
English requirement
Non-US citizens must submit TOEFL iBT, IELTS or Duolingo. Recommended minimums: IELTS 7.5, Duolingo 130, TOEFL iBT 100 (5.0 new scale). Waived with SAT EBRW 650+ or ACT English 29+, or 3+ years at a US/majority-English-country high school.
“Boston College has adopted a test-optional policy for first-year applicants.”
Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional; English proficiency exam still required unless waived. Page lists no IB or A-level policy.
English requirement
Non-US citizens must submit TOEFL iBT, IELTS or Duolingo. Recommended minimums: IELTS 7.5, Duolingo 130, TOEFL iBT 100 (5.0 new scale). Waived with SAT EBRW 650+ or ACT English 29+, or 3+ years at a US/majority-English-country high school.
“Boston College has adopted a test-optional policy for first-year applicants.”
Boston University
Boston, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test-optional · GCE named as an example of an exam-based curriculum: predicted results must be submitted with senior-year grades.
English requirement
TOEFL iBT 90-100 most competitive (5.0+ on new scale from 21 Jan 2026), min 20 per section; IELTS Academic 7+; Duolingo 125-135. Not accepted: IELTS Indicator, TOEFL ITP Plus, TOEFL Essentials.
“Boston University is test optional for first-year applicants”
Engineering: a year of calculus; IB students meet it with HL or SL Math Analysis & Approaches or HL Math Applications & Interpretations. Questrom: calculus, or precalculus plus AP Statistics (same IB math options).
Standardised tests
Test-optional · Test optional through fall 2028 / spring 2029 entry. Students in exam-based curricula (IB, GCE) must submit predicted results with senior-year grades.
English requirement
Bowdoin College
Brunswick, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Final-year IB/A-level applicants are expected to submit predicted grades; graduates submit final results. English proficiency scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge) optional, no minimum.
Deadlines
Early Decision 1 2026-11-15 · Early Decision 2 / Regular Decision 2027-01-05
“Bowdoin has no minimum IB or A-Level score to apply.”
Final-year IB/A-level applicants are expected to submit predicted grades; graduates submit final results. English proficiency scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge) optional, no minimum.
Deadlines
Early Decision 1 2026-11-15 · Early Decision 2 / Regular Decision 2027-01-05
“Bowdoin has no minimum IB or A-Level score to apply.”
4 years math incl. 1 year calculus; 1 year physics; 1 year chemistry; biology recommended; 4 years English; 2 years history/social sciences.
Standardised tests
AP score of 5 on Calculus AB/BC, Chemistry, Physics 1, 2 or C can substitute for the unavailable calculus/chemistry/physics course requirement (taken by application deadline).
4 years math incl. 1 year calculus; 1 year physics; 1 year chemistry; biology recommended; 4 years English; 2 years history/social sciences. Calculus/chemistry/physics may be substituted only by exam scores or course challenge when school offers none (documented conflict).
Standardised tests
For fall 2026 first-years, IB Math HL 6-7, Chem SL/HL 6-7 or Physics SL/HL 6-7 (by application deadline) can substitute the calculus/chemistry/physics requirement, 'no exceptions' otherwise.
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Applicants preparing for GCE A-Level exams should send expected exam results.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.5; TOEFL iBT 102 (taken before 21 Jan 2026) or 5 overall (on/after); TOEFL Essentials 11; Duolingo 135; Cambridge 191. Scores no more than two years old.
“Scores should be no more than two years old at the time of application”
Applicants preparing for IB exams should send expected exam results. Page does not state an SAT/ACT policy.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.5; TOEFL iBT 102 (taken before 21 Jan 2026) or 5 overall (on/after); TOEFL Essentials 11; Duolingo 135; Cambridge 191. Scores no more than two years old.
“Scores should be no more than two years old at the time of application”
· Checked 6 Nov 2026
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, United States
A Level
English requirement
Duolingo 115, IELTS 7, PTE Academic 61, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (from 21 Jan 2026); waived with two years of English-medium schooling, SAT EBRW 630+ or ACT English 26+.
“students whose first language is not English must submit an English language exam score”
Duolingo 115, IELTS 7, PTE Academic 61, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (from 21 Jan 2026); waived with two years of English-medium schooling, SAT EBRW 630+ or ACT English 26+.
“students whose first language is not English must submit an English language exam score”
Test-optional · AP not required, no disadvantage for not submitting; Columbia finds them helpful if submitted. SAT/ACT test-optional in 2026-27, required from 2027-28.
“Advanced Placement (AP) and other optional standardized exam scores are not required by Columbia.”
Test-optional · Test-optional for 2026-2027 cycle. Applicants may report AP and IB scores; limited credit and placement granted after admission.
English requirement
Recommended not required; expected minimums IELTS 7, Duolingo 130, PTE 70, Cambridge C1/C2 180, TOEFL 5.0 (if taken on/after Jan 21, 2026).
Deadlines
Early Decision 2026-11-02 · Regular Decision 2027-01-04
Emory University
Atlanta, United States
US diploma (AP)
Standardised tests
Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional for 2026-27. Applicants encouraged to self-report AP scores of 3 or higher; official reports needed only on enrolling.
English requirement
Non-native speakers: SAT EBRW 700+, ACT English 30+, or four recent years of English schooling; otherwise one English test. Recommended: TOEFL iBT 100 (old scale) or 5.5+ (new), IELTS 7.5, Duolingo above 130.
Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional for 2026-27. Page gives no IB score requirements; refers to separate AP/IB credit page (https://apply.emory.edu/apply/first-year/tips/credits.html).
English requirement
Non-native speakers: SAT EBRW 700+, ACT English 30+, or four recent years of English schooling; otherwise one English test. Recommended: TOEFL iBT 100 (old scale) or 5.5+ (new), IELTS 7.5, Duolingo above 130.
“Emory is test optional for the 2026–2027 cycle.”
Georgetown University
Washington, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test required · International students must still submit SAT or ACT. English language testing recommended if the applicant did not attend an English-language high school. AP credit varies by exam and undergraduate school; page does not address IB or A-level credit.
Test required · International students must still submit SAT or ACT. English language testing recommended if the applicant did not attend an English-language high school. AP credit varies by exam and undergraduate school; page does not address IB or A-level credit.
Test required · IB, AP and AS & A Level exams optional for admission; credit possible after enrolment with official results. Students whose system requires final exam certificates for graduation must submit them.
AP / IB credit
Enrolled students may earn college credit from IB/AP/A-level exams; official results required.
“All first-year applicants must submit at least one SAT or ACT score.”
Four years of math recommended; calculus not required.
Standardised tests
Test required · SAT or ACT required; AP results accepted only in exceptional cases when SAT/ACT is inaccessible. Four years of math recommended; calculus not required.
“We recommend that applicants take four years of math courses in high school.”
Test required · Applicants must submit exam results showing completion of secondary education (e.g. O/A-level or IB results). Credit details are on the Krieger/Whiting external credit pages.
English requirement
Recommended (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or Cambridge English) for applicants whose primary language is not English or who lacked 3 years of English-language school.
“standardized testing is required to be considered for admission to Hopkins”
Test-optional · If A-Level results are proof of graduation, an original or certified copy is needed; final or predicted grades highly recommended.
English requirement
No minimums; middle 50% of admitted: IELTS 7.5-8.0, Duolingo 130-140, TOEFL iBT 102-110 (5.0-5.5 on new scale from 21 Jan 2026), PTE 79-86, C1/C2 195-202. Waiver possible e.g. IB English A 5+ or English B HL 6+, A-level English B+.
AP / IB credit
Up to 32 credits for qualifying exams incl. IB and A-Level.
Test-optional · Official IB transcript/results must be sent electronically by the IBO; predicted grades or final results highly recommended. Up to 32 credits for qualifying IB/A-level exams.
English requirement
Northwestern University
Evanston, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test-optional · A-levels not mentioned on the page; general policy is test-optional.
English requirement
Applicants whose first language is not English and whose courses were not taught in English must submit TOEFL iBT, IELTS or Duolingo English Test.
“test-optional and does not require ACT or SAT scores”
Test-optional · Test scores optional; applicants whose language of instruction is not English must submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo (minimums shown on page are unclear; check FAQs). Page does not mention IB/A-level.
Non-native speakers: 2 years full-time English-language study OR TOEFL 100 (before 21 Jan 2026; 5.0 on new iBT scale after) / IELTS 7 / Cambridge C1-C2 185 / Duolingo 130.
AP / IB credit
Grade A or B on certain international exams incl. A-Levels may receive transfer credit.
16 credits: English 4, social studies 2, math 3, lab science 2, foreign language 2, 3 additional; science/engineering also need trig or precalculus plus chemistry and physics.
Standardised tests
Test-optional
English requirement
Stanford University
Stanford, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test required · ACT or SAT required. British-system students need a school official to send GCSE results and predicted A-Level marks.
Test required · ACT or SAT required; no preferred exam; English proficiency tests cannot substitute. IB students outside the US need a school official to send predicted IB marks.
Swarthmore College
Swarthmore, United States
US diploma (AP)
Standardised tests
Test-optional · AP scores optional; cannot be suppressed if submitted. SAT superscored; ACT highest single-date composite.
TOEFL iBT 80 (before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 overall with 4.0 per section (after); IELTS Academic 6.0; SAT EBRW 560; ACT English 21; tests dated within two years.
TOEFL iBT 80 (before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 overall with 4.0 per section (after); IELTS Academic 6.0; SAT EBRW 560; ACT English 21; tests dated within two years.
Deadlines
Fall freshman (College Station) 2026-12-01
Tufts University
Medford, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional; credentials such as IB and GCE A-levels are evaluated within the context of the national academic system. No specific IB/A-level policy stated.
English requirement
Required unless 3+ years at an English-primary secondary school. Accepted TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo; recommended minimums: TOEFL iBT 100 (5.0+ for exams from 21 Jan 2026), IELTS 7, PTE 68, Duolingo 130. No superscoring.
Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional; credentials such as IB and GCE A-levels are evaluated within the context of the national academic system. No specific IB/A-level policy stated.
English requirement
Required unless 3+ years at an English-primary secondary school. Accepted TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo; recommended minimums: TOEFL iBT 100 (5.0+ for exams from 21 Jan 2026), IELTS 7, PTE 68, Duolingo 130. No superscoring.
“Tufts is test-optional.”
Tulane University
New Orleans, United States
A Level2027 intake
Standardised tests
Test-optional
English requirement
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge C1/C2) required for non-native speakers.
AP / IB credit
AP, IB and A Level credit can satisfy requirements only in Formal Reasoning and Foreign Language; other credit counts as open electives. IB credit only for higher-level exams.
“The submission of SAT or ACT scores will remain optional for Fall 2027 first-year”
Test required · Per Florida BOG regulation 6.002. Non-US coursework requires unofficial transcripts (4 full years) and a course-by-course NACES credential evaluation with GPA calculation; non-English transcripts need certified translation. Page does not mention IB/A-level or English tests.
“all first-year students must submit an ACT, CLT or SAT test”
Test required · Per Florida BOG regulation 6.002. Non-US coursework requires unofficial transcripts (4 full years) and a course-by-course NACES credential evaluation with GPA calculation; non-English transcripts need certified translation. Page does not mention IB/A-level or English tests.
“all first-year students must submit an ACT, CLT or SAT test”
Page gives no specific IB or A-level requirements; links to separate IB and GCSE-GCE application help pages.
English requirement
English test required unless English was the language of instruction for Grades 10-12: TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, ACT or SAT (cannot be waived). Scores within two years of entry term; TOEFL code 1836.
Page gives no specific IB or A-level requirements; links to separate IB and GCSE-GCE application help pages.
English requirement
English test required unless English was the language of instruction for Grades 10-12: TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, ACT or SAT (cannot be waived). Scores within two years of entry term; TOEFL code 1836.
“cannot be waived”
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, United States
IB Diploma
Standardised tests
Page does not state whether IB/A-level results count toward English proficiency.
English requirement
UMD passing scores: Duolingo 120, IELTS 7, TOEFL 5 (1-6 scale) or 95 (0-120). Waiver may be considered e.g. 4 years at a US high school without ESL, or first language English with degree from a listed English-speaking country.
“Scores must be official and less than two years old.”
Test-flexible · International applicants who want an ACT/SAT score considered self-report it; those who do not want it considered say so on the application.
Test-flexible · No SAT/ACT needed with weighted GPA 2.8+; below 2.8 requires ACT 17+/SAT 930+. For Cambridge-type systems, A-level or external exam grades are considered for the GPA check. Applicants must complete the pre-university curriculum (e.g. A Levels, Baccalaureate).
English requirement
Accepted: TOEFL (code C182), IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge C1/C2. Typical strong-applicant scores (not minimums): TOEFL 100 (5+ on exams from 21 Jan 2026), IELTS Academic 7.5, Duolingo 130, Cambridge C1 185.
Test-flexible · No SAT/ACT needed with weighted GPA 2.8+; below 2.8 requires ACT 17+/SAT 930+. For Cambridge-type systems, A-level or external exam grades are considered for the GPA check. Applicants must complete the pre-university curriculum (e.g. A Levels, Baccalaureate).
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test-optional · Predicted CGE Advanced Levels (at least three subjects) can replace SAT/ACT for students educated outside the US. British-curriculum students submit GCSE/IGCSE results and predicted A-levels.
English requirement
Required if first language is not English: TOEFL iBT 100 (min Speaking 25) before Feb 2026 scoring / 5.5 avg updated scoring; IELTS 7.5; Duolingo 125. Waived with SAT EBRW 650+ or ACT English/Reading 26+.
Deadlines
Restrictive Early Action 2026-11-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-04
“Predicted results from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme”
Test-optional · Test-optional through 2026-27 cycle; SAT/ACT required for fall 2028 entrants. Predicted IBDP results can replace SAT/ACT for students who completed secondary education outside the US.
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States
Other2027 intake
Deadlines
Early Decision 2026-11-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-05
Test-flexible · AS and A-Level exams accepted in place of SAT/ACT (three to four preferred); UK GCE Advanced Level is on the country list of qualifying national exams. English testing (TOEFL or IELTS) still required for some international students.
“Applicants choosing not to submit standardized tests will not be at a disadvantage.”
Test-flexible · IB results can be submitted in place of SAT/ACT; submit a signed, dated letter of predicted scores from the IB coordinator (estimates less than one year ahead). English testing (TOEFL or IELTS) still required for some international students.
“Applicants choosing not to submit standardized tests will not be at a disadvantage.”
I/GCSE results plus predicted A-Level results (and EPQs); competitive applicants typically predicted B or higher in at least three A-Level exams. No subject requirements for A-Level entry. Final A-Level results must be verified once released.
“Competitive applicants typically have predicted grades of B or higher”
Page does not mention IB or A-level policies or an SAT/ACT policy.
English requirement
TOEFL 79 (120 scale) / 4 (6-point scale), IELTS Academic 6.5, Duolingo 115. Exempt: sole-official-English countries (e.g. Australia, Canada excl. Quebec, India, Ireland, Nigeria, Singapore, UK) or 3+ years at a US/qualifying-country high school.
Page does not mention IB or A-level policies or an SAT/ACT policy.
English requirement
TOEFL 79 (120 scale) / 4 (6-point scale), IELTS Academic 6.5, Duolingo 115. Exempt: sole-official-English countries (e.g. Australia, Canada excl. Quebec, India, Ireland, Nigeria, Singapore, UK) or 3+ years at a US/qualifying-country high school.
“cannot accept institutional TOEFL (ITP) scores”
University of Washington
Seattle, United States
IB Diploma
Standardised tests
An IB score of 5 equals an average grade of B for the alternative route.
English requirement
International first-year applicants: TOEFL iBT 76 (before 21 Jan 2026) / 4.0 (from 21 Jan 2026), IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 110; exempt if primary and secondary education in AU, CA (English provinces), UK, IE, NZ or US. Alternative: SAT EBRW 580+/ACT English 22+ plus B average in English courses. Exams by 31 December of application year.
Final A-Level results submitted after admission (instructions emailed in May). Students who took IGCSE/O-Levels before IB must submit an official results certificate.
English requirement
TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo required unless English was the primary language of instruction in all 4 years of secondary school. Minimums: DET 115, IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (test date on/before 20 Jan 2026); no superscoring; scores no older than two years.
“Competitive applicants will have completed at least three A-Level Examinations.”
IB HL English, ACT, SAT cannot waive the English requirement. Applicants without the diploma must show an alternate accredited secondary credential. Official IB transcript required from IBO on admission.
English requirement
TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo required unless English was the primary language of instruction in all 4 years of secondary school. Minimums: DET 115, IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (test date on/before 20 Jan 2026); no superscoring; scores no older than two years.
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test-optional · Test-optional for fall 2027 and 2028 entry; ACT/SAT required from fall 2029. Covers first-year and international applicants. Page does not mention IB or A-level.
English requirement
International applicants must show English proficiency; waived with ACT English above 26 or SAT EBRW above 630.
“Vanderbilt University will continue its test-optional policy”
Test-optional · English test (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo) required if English is not the first language; waived if English was main language of instruction for 3+ years. Page does not mention IB/A-level.
Deadlines
Early Decision I 2026-11-15 · Early Decision II 2027-01-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-01
“Wake Forest does not require applicants to submit an SAT or ACT score.”
Test-optional · English test (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo) required if English is not the first language; waived if English was main language of instruction for 3+ years. Page does not mention IB/A-level.
Deadlines
Early Decision I 2026-11-15 · Early Decision II 2027-01-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-01
“Wake Forest does not require applicants to submit an SAT or ACT score.”
· Checked 6 Nov 2026
Wellesley College
Wellesley, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test-optional · Applicants must submit certified copies of academic diplomas and government exam certificates (incl. GCSE/'A' level); exam certificates cannot replace tests. English tests optional (TOEFL, Duolingo, IELTS, Cambridge, InitialView, Vericant); no minimums.
Deadlines
Early Decision I 2026-11-01 · Early Decision II 2027-01-05 · Regular Decision 2027-01-08
“test optional for those applying for entry in fall 2027”
Test-optional · Applicants must submit certified copies of academic diplomas and government exam certificates (incl. GCSE/'A' level); exam certificates cannot replace tests. English tests optional (TOEFL, Duolingo, IELTS, Cambridge, InitialView, Vericant); no minimums.
Deadlines
Early Decision I 2026-11-01 · Early Decision II 2027-01-05 · Regular Decision 2027-01-08
“test optional for those applying for entry in fall 2027”
Williams College
Williamstown, United States
A Level
Standardised tests
Test-optional · International applicants follow the same procedures as US citizens; TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo results welcome but no single exam required to document English proficiency. Page does not mention IB/A-level.
“such examinations are not requirements for admission to Williams”
Test-optional · International applicants follow the same procedures as US citizens; TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo results welcome but no single exam required to document English proficiency. Page does not mention IB/A-level.
“such examinations are not requirements for admission to Williams”
Test required · ACT or SAT required; IB scores optional but encouraged; predicted IB scores may be submitted. International leaving exams do not satisfy the testing requirement.
Always confirm with the university's own admissions office. This page does not judge eligibility.
Required / recommended subjects
Course-specific prerequisites are on each course page
Published offer conditions
IB score converted to an ATAR-equivalent Combined Rank; see course page
“Admission is based on the overall scores for a completed IB diploma.”
IB Diploma with English HL or SL; Math HL Applications and Interpretations, or SL/HL Analysis and Approaches, satisfies Calculus and Advanced Functions for science and business programs; Career-related Programme not accepted
Standardised tests
Test-flexible · Admission based on predicted or final results excluding bonus points; no IB score thresholds listed on this page
English requirement
A Grade 12 English course is required; all applicants must demonstrate a high level of English proficiency; separate English tests may apply
AP / IB credit
Transfer credit may be awarded for IB Higher Level subjects; final IB results must be sent electronically by the IBO
“Admission consideration is based on your predicted or final results (excluding bonus points).”
Standard: IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 each element) / TOEFL iBT 92 (min 20) or 4.5 on the 1-6 scale; Higher: IELTS 7.0 (min 6.5) / TOEFL 100 (min 22) or 5.0; course page states which
Deadlines
Medicine (MBBS), graduate-entry medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, Oxford and Cambridge (equal consideration) 2026-10-15 · Other undergraduate courses, equal consideration 2027-01-13
“Overall scores of 38-42, with scores of 6-7 in relevant subjects at higher level.”
IELTS Academic 6.0; TOEFL iBT 4.5/6 (80/120 for tests before 21 January 2026); SAT EBRW 590; ACT English 23; A-Level or AS grade E; IB 4; HKDSE Level 3
“Satisfying requirements does not guarantee admission, as admission is on a competitive basis.”
IB Diploma 38 of 42 points across six subjects plus at least 2 points for TOK and EE
English requirement
TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic or Cambridge C1/C2 unless English-medium education for 9 school years and 5 of the last 6; expected roughly TOEFL iBT 100+, IELTS 7.0+, Cambridge 185+
Deadlines
Application period closes (Sept 2026 enrolment) 2025-12-09
“PEAK admissions will end at the Admission for September 2026 Enrollment.”
English-taught/bilingual BSc: TOEFL iBT 5 overall (reports from 21 Jan 2026; earlier reports 90); IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (IELTS Online and Indicator not accepted); Cambridge C1 Advanced or higher. Dutch-taught BSc: TOEFL 4.5 (earlier 70), IELTS 5.5, Cambridge B2. Certificates max 2 years old; results needed before the application deadline
English exemption
Nationals of USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada; secondary school diploma from one of those countries; British A Levels; certain IB and European Baccalaureate diplomas
Numerus fixus programmes
Aerospace Engineering, Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences, Clinical Technology, Computer Science and Engineering
Korean high school diploma2027 intakeDirect entry not stated
Condition the university states
The South Korean secondary school diploma is not considered equivalent to VWO. Route stated: complete at least the first year (60 ECTS) of a BSc or BEng at an accredited academic university in the same or a closely related field, with a first-year GPA of at least 75%.
English requirement
English-taught/bilingual BSc: TOEFL iBT 5 overall (reports from 21 Jan 2026; earlier reports 90); IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (IELTS Online and Indicator not accepted); Cambridge C1 Advanced or higher. Dutch-taught BSc: TOEFL 4.5 (earlier 70), IELTS 5.5, Cambridge B2. Certificates max 2 years old; results needed before the application deadline
English exemption
Nationals of USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada; secondary school diploma from one of those countries; British A Levels; certain IB and European Baccalaureate diplomas
Numerus fixus programmes
Aerospace Engineering, Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences, Clinical Technology, Computer Science and Engineering
Korean diploma + 1 year of university2027 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
Korean diploma plus at least the first year (60 ECTS) of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering programme at an accredited academic university, in the same or a closely related field to the TU Delft BSc applied for, with a first-year GPA of at least 75%.
English requirement
English-taught/bilingual BSc: TOEFL iBT 5 overall (reports from 21 Jan 2026; earlier reports 90); IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (IELTS Online and Indicator not accepted); Cambridge C1 Advanced or higher. Dutch-taught BSc: TOEFL 4.5 (earlier 70), IELTS 5.5, Cambridge B2. Certificates max 2 years old; results needed before the application deadline
English exemption
Nationals of USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada; secondary school diploma from one of those countries; British A Levels; certain IB and European Baccalaureate diplomas
Numerus fixus programmes
Aerospace Engineering, Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences, Clinical Technology, Computer Science and Engineering
American High School diploma from an accredited school (e.g. WASC, Cognia, MSA-CESS, NEASC, CIS, NCPSA or a State Board) with at least 4 AP subjects/exams, each minimum score 3; AP sub scores not accepted; AP Precalculus, Research, Capstone excluded.
Subject requirements
Maths only: Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, Psychology and Technology, Sustainable Innovation. Maths+Physics: Applied Physics, Architecture, Automotive Technology, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering. Maths+Physics+Chemistry: Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Sciences and Technology
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 each section); TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall and per section (reports from 21 Jan 2026; earlier 90 with 21 per section); Cambridge C1 Advanced 176 (169 each) or C2 Proficiency 180 (169 each); LanguageCert Academic 70 (65 each); PTE Academic 61 (46 each); one test date, max 2 years old
English exemption
IB or EB diploma with English as sole language of instruction; entire high school at an accredited US high school outside the US; full British curriculum (GCSE and A-levels) outside the UK; nationality of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK or US; bachelor's or last three years of high school in one of those countries; Dutch VWO
Eligible with an IB diploma containing the required subjects for the programme; IB holders are treated as international applicants and pay an application fee.
Subject requirements
Maths only: Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, Psychology and Technology, Sustainable Innovation. Maths+Physics: Applied Physics, Architecture, Automotive Technology, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering. Maths+Physics+Chemistry: Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Sciences and Technology
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 each section); TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall and per section (reports from 21 Jan 2026; earlier 90 with 21 per section); Cambridge C1 Advanced 176 (169 each) or C2 Proficiency 180 (169 each); LanguageCert Academic 70 (65 each); PTE Academic 61 (46 each); one test date, max 2 years old
English exemption
IB or EB diploma with English as sole language of instruction; entire high school at an accredited US high school outside the US; full British curriculum (GCSE and A-levels) outside the UK; nationality of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK or US; bachelor's or last three years of high school in one of those countries; Dutch VWO
US High School Diploma with minimum GPA 3.0 and at least four APs with minimum scores of 3. Maths: minimum score 3 in AP Calculus AB or BC, or OMPT-A 70%.
Subject requirements
AP Calculus AB or BC score 3, or OMPT-A 70%
English requirement
If the diploma does not meet EUC's English rule: TOEFL iBT 5 (or 100) with subscores 4.5 (or 20); IELTS Academic 7.0 with subscores 6.0; Cambridge C2 Proficiency or C1 Advanced 185; Pearson PTE Academic 75 (subscores 65); LanguageCert Academic 75 (subscores 65); max 2 years old; Duolingo not accepted
English exemption
Exempt from English test with this diploma
Tuition
Institutional fee EUR 16,300 (same for EEA and non-EEA) · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
regular deadline (decision by 14 February) 2027-01-15 · final deadline (rolling review) 2027-05-01
Minimum 30 points excluding TOK, EE and CAS. Maths: Applications & Interpretation HL 5, Analysis & Approaches SL 5 or Analysis & Approaches HL 4 (AI SL takers must also take the OMPT-A). Achieved grades only; predicted grades not accepted.
Subject requirements
Maths AI HL 5 / AA SL 5 / AA HL 4; AI SL requires OMPT-A
English requirement
If the diploma does not meet EUC's English rule: TOEFL iBT 5 (or 100) with subscores 4.5 (or 20); IELTS Academic 7.0 with subscores 6.0; Cambridge C2 Proficiency or C1 Advanced 185; Pearson PTE Academic 75 (subscores 65); LanguageCert Academic 75 (subscores 65); max 2 years old; Duolingo not accepted
English exemption
English A SL 5, English A HL 4 or English B HL 5
Tuition
Institutional fee EUR 16,300 (same for EEA and non-EEA) · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
regular deadline (decision by 14 February) 2027-01-15 · final deadline (rolling review) 2027-05-01
Listed as 'South Korea Graduation Diploma from an Academic or Special Purpose High School'. Average score of at least A/90% (or rank 2 out of 9) in each subject. Mathematics: minimum grade of 9 OR minimum score of 70% on the OMPT-A maths test. English: holders must take one of the EUC-approved English tests.
Subject requirements
Mathematics: 'Minimum grade of 9' OR OMPT-A score of at least 70% (OMPT-A not older than two years)
English requirement
If the diploma does not meet EUC's English rule: TOEFL iBT 5 (or 100) with subscores 4.5 (or 20); IELTS Academic 7.0 with subscores 6.0; Cambridge C2 Proficiency or C1 Advanced 185; Pearson PTE Academic 75 (subscores 65); LanguageCert Academic 75 (subscores 65); max 2 years old; Duolingo not accepted
English exemption
Not exempt: holders of this diploma must take an EUC-approved English test
Tuition
Institutional fee EUR 16,300 (same for EEA and non-EEA) · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
regular deadline (decision by 14 February) 2027-01-15 · final deadline (rolling review) 2027-05-01
“Average score of at least A/90% (or rank 2 out of 9) in each subject”
US high school diploma from an accredited high school with a minimum GPA of 3.00 in grade 11 and 12; AP exams must be taken externally with the College Board; overlapping AP subjects (e.g. AP US History and AP World History) count as one exam.
English requirement
Programme-specific. Example International Bachelor Communication and Media: IELTS Academic 7 overall; TOEFL iBT 5.0 (old scale 94); Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180; LanguageCert Academic 75; PTE Academic 75; test-centre tests only, max 2 years old (source https://www.eur.nl/en/bachelor/international-bachelor-communication-and-media/admission)
English exemption
(IBCoM page) IB diploma with English A (HL or SL) or English B HL grade 4 or higher; secondary school diploma and/or at least 2.5 years of secondary school in Australia, Canada (excl. Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK or US; proof of English due 1 May for non-EEA
Numerus fixus programmes
Criminology, Medicine, International Business Administration (IBA), Psychology, International Bachelor in Psychology, International Bachelor Economics and Business Economics, Clinical Technology, Nanobiology
The full IB diploma is sufficient for general admission; programme-specific subject requirements apply. Being on the list does not guarantee admission; assessed individually.
English requirement
Programme-specific. Example International Bachelor Communication and Media: IELTS Academic 7 overall; TOEFL iBT 5.0 (old scale 94); Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180; LanguageCert Academic 75; PTE Academic 75; test-centre tests only, max 2 years old (source https://www.eur.nl/en/bachelor/international-bachelor-communication-and-media/admission)
English exemption
(IBCoM page) IB diploma with English A (HL or SL) or English B HL grade 4 or higher; secondary school diploma and/or at least 2.5 years of secondary school in Australia, Canada (excl. Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK or US; proof of English due 1 May for non-EEA
Numerus fixus programmes
Criminology, Medicine, International Business Administration (IBA), Psychology, International Bachelor in Psychology, International Bachelor Economics and Business Economics, Clinical Technology, Nanobiology
American High School Diploma is listed as accepted; AP courses are strongly recommended (not required).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (6.0 each, one section may be 5.5) / TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each, one 4.0) / Cambridge 169 (169 each, one 162) / PTE Academic 61 / LanguageCert Academic 65 / TOEIC L&R 865 + S&W 335; official test centre, not online, not older than two years at start (Cambridge does not expire)
English exemption
IB Diploma, IBCP or European Baccalaureate (English L1/L2); all education in English in Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, USA or UK; secondary diploma from a Nuffic-listed country with English on the final transcript
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR EUR 10,210 (default full-time bachelor) / EUR 13,080 (Engineering, ICT, Technology and Logistics, Natural Sciences, Academy of the Arts) · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“American High School Diploma (AP courses are strongly recommended)”
International Baccalaureate Diploma is listed among accepted diplomas (if all requirements are met).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (6.0 each, one section may be 5.5) / TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each, one 4.0) / Cambridge 169 (169 each, one 162) / PTE Academic 61 / LanguageCert Academic 65 / TOEIC L&R 865 + S&W 335; official test centre, not online, not older than two years at start (Cambridge does not expire)
English exemption
IB Diploma, IBCP or European Baccalaureate (English L1/L2); all education in English in Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, USA or UK; secondary diploma from a Nuffic-listed country with English on the final transcript
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR EUR 10,210 (default full-time bachelor) / EUR 13,080 (Engineering, ICT, Technology and Logistics, Natural Sciences, Academy of the Arts) · 2026-27
International Business (Venlo) accepts a senior high school diploma that generally grants access to a Bachelor programme in the country of issue, if all requirements are met; Korea is not named. ICT page: diploma of higher secondary education equivalent to Dutch standards (check with Nuffic). Additional academic qualifications (especially maths and economics) requested if available. South Korea is not named on the page; the institution assesses each foreign diploma, so the match to this general rule is not confirmed by the page itself.
Subject requirements
No specific maths requirement for IB Venlo; programme-specific mandatory subjects elsewhere; missing subjects for non-Dutch diplomas only via limited options (Boswell, CCVX).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (6.0 each, one section may be 5.5) / TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each, one 4.0) / Cambridge 169 (169 each, one 162) / PTE Academic 61 / LanguageCert Academic 65 / TOEIC L&R 865 + S&W 335; official test centre, not online, not older than two years at start (Cambridge does not expire)
English exemption
IB Diploma, IBCP or European Baccalaureate (English L1/L2); all education in English in Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, USA or UK; secondary diploma from a Nuffic-listed country with English on the final transcript
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR EUR 10,210 (default full-time bachelor) / EUR 13,080 (Engineering, ICT, Technology and Logistics, Natural Sciences, Academy of the Arts) · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“senior high school diploma, which generally grants access to a Bachelor programme”
Full IB Diploma required; individual IB certificates not accepted; grade 11 results, first-semester grade 12 results, predicted grades and HL/SL level needed; science and medicine programmes have additional requirements
English requirement
Exempt if English was taught in the IB or English A HL taken
Graduation Diploma from an Academic or Special Purpose High School with a mark of at least A (or rank 2 out of 9) in each subject AND a CSAT Stanine score of 1-3 in each subject. A High School Equivalency Diploma is only considered with at least 1-2 years of university study with good results. No English test exemption for Korean diplomas.
Subject requirements
Faculty of Science and Medicine (LUMC) have additional requirements (separate science diploma document).
English requirement
Minimum scores are set per programme (accepted: IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency; one sitting, max 2 years old). Example International Relations and Organisations: IELTS 6.0 (6.0 each), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each) or 80 (20 each) if taken before 21 January 2026, Cambridge 169 per component.
English exemption
IB Diploma taught in English or with English A HL; secondary or higher education completed in e.g. USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada (not for French-taught), Singapore, South Africa, Malta. Korean diploma: 'Language test exemptions: none'.
Numerus fixus programmes
Psychology (BSc), Political Science: International Relations and Organisations (BSc)
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,771 · Institutional fee EUR €14,700 (Archaeology, Humanities, Governance & Global Affairs, Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences) to €31,400 (Medicine); Science €19,200; Biomedical Sciences €19,200 · 2027-28
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“and a CSAT Stanine score of 1-3 in each subject.”
College Preparatory high school diploma with minimum non-weighted GPA 3.5/4.0 combined with three AP exams (grades 4-5) in different subjects, or four AP exams (grades 3-5); AP Studio Art, Capstone, Research, Seminar not accepted. Maths advice: grade A in year-12 maths, AP Calculus AB/BC 3, ACT Math 28 or SAT Math 650.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 overall (min 6.0 per component) / TOEFL iBT 5.5 overall (min 4.5 per component) / Cambridge C2 Proficiency or C1 Advanced 185 overall (min 169 per component).
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,771 · Institutional fee EUR €18,050 plus an additional institutional fee of €3,070 for Liberal Arts and Sciences at LUC · 2027-28
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“three College Board AP exams (grades 4-5) in different subjects”
IB Diploma required (individual certificates not accepted); for LUC selection an average of 35 points including bonus is required to partake in the selection process. All maths courses sufficient with grade 4.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 overall (min 6.0 per component) / TOEFL iBT 5.5 overall (min 4.5 per component) / Cambridge C2 Proficiency or C1 Advanced 185 overall (min 169 per component).
English exemption
English-taught IB or English A HL.
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,771 · Institutional fee EUR €18,050 plus an additional institutional fee of €3,070 for Liberal Arts and Sciences at LUC · 2027-28
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“An average of 35 points including bonus is required to partake in the selection process”
Graduation Diploma from an Academic or Special Purpose High School with a mark of at least A (or rank 2 out of 9) in each subject and a CSAT Stanine score of 1-3 in each subject; High School Equivalency Diploma only with 1-2 years of university study with good results; no English test exemption; then LUC selection.
Subject requirements
Mathematics advice: a mark of A (or rank 2 out of 9) in Mathematics and a CSAT Stanine score of 1-3 in Mathematics. All first-year students take statistics and a maths-related course.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 overall (min 6.0 per component) / TOEFL iBT 5.5 overall (min 4.5 per component) / Cambridge C2 Proficiency or C1 Advanced 185 overall (min 169 per component).
English exemption
Korean diploma: no English test exemption.
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,771 · Institutional fee EUR €18,050 plus an additional institutional fee of €3,070 for Liberal Arts and Sciences at LUC · 2027-28
US High School Diploma with 4 AP exams (minimum score 3) or 3 AP exams (minimum score 4) from the College Board; or US diploma + all year 1 credits of a university bachelor's; US diploma from an international school outside the USA is also listed.
English requirement
English-taught bachelors guide (year not stated): Academic IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 / Cambridge First B2 grade B or C (169-175) / TOEIC L&R 670, S&W 290.
English exemption
VWO-equivalent diploma from an EU/EEA country with English to the final year; secondary diploma from a country where English is official and the language of instruction; bachelor taught solely in English; proven English-taught courses, internship or work experience in English (guide wording).
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“High School Diploma with 4 Advanced Placement exams with a minimum score of 3”
International Baccalaureate Diploma with at least 3 Higher Level subjects; additional subject requirements per programme.
English requirement
English-taught bachelors guide (year not stated): Academic IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 / Cambridge First B2 grade B or C (169-175) / TOEIC L&R 670, S&W 290.
English exemption
VWO-equivalent diploma from an EU/EEA country with English to the final year; secondary diploma from a country where English is official and the language of instruction; bachelor taught solely in English; proven English-taught courses, internship or work experience in English (guide wording).
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“International Baccalaureate Diploma, at least 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects”
Korean high school diploma2026-27 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
Two routes for South Korea: (1) High School Diploma from a Science High School or Special High School with at least B/80% in the final year + CSAT stanine 1-3 in each subject; (2) High School Diploma + successful completion of all year 1 credits/courses of a bachelor's programme at a university. A general high school graduate therefore needs route 2; all mandatory first-year credits must be obtained before starting at UM. Foundation programmes are not accepted.
English requirement
English-taught bachelors guide (year not stated): Academic IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 / Cambridge First B2 grade B or C (169-175) / TOEIC L&R 670, S&W 290.
English exemption
VWO-equivalent diploma from an EU/EEA country with English to the final year; secondary diploma from a country where English is official and the language of instruction; bachelor taught solely in English; proven English-taught courses, internship or work experience in English (guide wording).
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“successful completion of all year 1 credits/courses of a bachelor's (undergraduate) programme in university”
Korean diploma + 1 year of university2026-27 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
High School Diploma + successful completion of all year 1 credits/courses of a bachelor's programme in university; all mandatory first-year credits before the start at UM. Programme additional subject requirements may apply.
English requirement
English-taught bachelors guide (year not stated): Academic IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 / Cambridge First B2 grade B or C (169-175) / TOEIC L&R 670, S&W 290.
English exemption
VWO-equivalent diploma from an EU/EEA country with English to the final year; secondary diploma from a country where English is official and the language of instruction; bachelor taught solely in English; proven English-taught courses, internship or work experience in English (guide wording).
Foundation year
Stated as not required
“All mandatory credits of the first year need to be obtained before the start”
High school diploma + 4 AP certificates (min grade 3 out of 5), or specific curriculum/GPA combinations case by case; non-US diploma with APs assessed individually.
Subject requirements
AI: AP Calculus AB/BC min 3. Biology: AP Biology + Chemistry, Physics 2 or Physics 1 + Calculus, GPA 3.5/4.0. Chemistry/MLS/NS: AP Calculus, Chemistry, Physics, GPA 3.5. Computing Science: AP Calculus, GPA 3.5. Economics/IBA, IBC, Psychology: AP Calculus or Statistics min 3.
English-taught IB, or IB English A SL/HL grade 4+, or English B HL grade 6+; UK standard pathway (3 GCSEs + 3 A-levels); English-taught VWO-level diploma from an accredited institution in listed countries incl. the United States.
English-taught IB, or IB English A SL/HL grade 4+, or English B HL grade 6+; UK standard pathway (3 GCSEs + 3 A-levels); English-taught VWO-level diploma from an accredited institution in listed countries incl. the United States.
South Korea: high school certificate (Godeung Hakgyo Jolupjang) from a Science High School, or from a General High School + a successfully completed first year of full-time higher education. Not directly eligible applicants may bridge with one year of an academic programme at an accredited institution or one year at a Dutch university of applied sciences, passing all courses. Programme maths/English requirements apply.
Subject requirements
Programme-specific mathematics requirements (see ru.nl mathematics-requirements page).
English-taught IB, or IB English A SL/HL grade 4+, or English B HL grade 6+; UK standard pathway (3 GCSEs + 3 A-levels); English-taught VWO-level diploma from an accredited institution in listed countries incl. the United States.
Korean diploma + 1 year of university2027 intakeDirect entry stated
Condition the university states
General High School certificate plus a successfully completed first year of full-time higher education is on the 2027-2028 list; listing does not guarantee admission (grades, subjects and levels considered; programme-specific requirements apply).
English-taught IB, or IB English A SL/HL grade 4+, or English B HL grade 6+; UK standard pathway (3 GCSEs + 3 A-levels); English-taught VWO-level diploma from an accredited institution in listed countries incl. the United States.
4-year International Business: a secondary school diploma equivalent to a Dutch HAVO, VWO or MBO Level 4 diploma; applicants are told to check their country's system on Nuffic. Korea is not named on the page (Nuffic rates the Korean general high school certificate comparable to HAVO). The 3-year Fast Track requires VWO equivalence, so HAVO-level diplomas do not qualify for it. Non-EU visa applicants need an online intake interview. South Korea is not named on the page; the institution assesses each foreign diploma, so the match to this general rule is not confirmed by the page itself.
Subject requirements
No maths or subject requirement stated for International Business.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 ('My Best Scores' not accepted) / Cambridge CAE 169; online or home editions not accepted; Fast Track: test not older than 2 years
English exemption
previous education taught entirely in English, or diploma on the EU secondary education diploma list
US High School Diplomas are always evaluated individually; they might give access to 4-year programmes only, both 4- and 3-year programmes, or none at all. AP courses are not mentioned.
English requirement
4-year bachelors: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall / TOEFL iBT 4.5 (tests from 21 Jan 2026) or 80 (tests up to 20 Jan 2026) / Cambridge 169 / PTE Academic 61 / LanguageCert Academic 65 / TOEIC L&R 865 + S&W 335; test no older than two years on 1 September 2027
English exemption
educated in the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada (except Quebec), Australia, New Zealand, South Africa or Malta, or a listed diploma with English as exam subject; American/International High School Diploma, European Baccalaureate (L1/L2) or IB may qualify; full IB with English HL exempt (leaflet); THUAS may still require a test if schooling was in a non-English-speaking country
Full IB diploma gives access to both 4-year and 3-year programmes: at least 6 academic IB courses, minimum 3 at HL (>12 points) and 3 at SL, total at least 24 credits, TOK completed successfully. English HL exempts from the language requirement.
Subject requirements
Programme-specific mandatory subjects listed per programme; missing Maths/Physics/Chemistry/Biology can be taken via Boswell Beta or CCVX.
English requirement
4-year bachelors: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall / TOEFL iBT 4.5 (tests from 21 Jan 2026) or 80 (tests up to 20 Jan 2026) / Cambridge 169 / PTE Academic 61 / LanguageCert Academic 65 / TOEIC L&R 865 + S&W 335; test no older than two years on 1 September 2027
English exemption
educated in the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada (except Quebec), Australia, New Zealand, South Africa or Malta, or a listed diploma with English as exam subject; American/International High School Diploma, European Baccalaureate (L1/L2) or IB may qualify; full IB with English HL exempt (leaflet); THUAS may still require a test if schooling was in a non-English-speaking country
American High School diploma from an accredited high school with at least 4 College Board AP exams with a minimum score of 3 (not accepted: AP Capstone, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Precalculus, AP Studio Art, AP Business with Personal Finance); overlapping subjects count as 1 AP.
Subject requirements
Diploma must be equivalent to Dutch VWO; depending on the programme an additional mathematics requirement applies (e.g. BSc International Business Administration has a mathematics requirement even with a recognised diploma).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (Writing and Speaking 5.5; IELTS Online not accepted); TOEFL iBT 4.5 (Writing/Speaking 4) for reports from 21 Jan 2026, or 80 (Writing 19, Speaking 17) for older reports; Cambridge B2 First/C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 173 (Writing/Speaking 160); results no older than two years
English exemption
Entire secondary education in English (US diploma not listed as an exemption by itself)
Only the full IB Diploma including the core; overall score must be at least 24; individual course results and predicted grades are not used.
Subject requirements
Diploma must be equivalent to Dutch VWO; depending on the programme an additional mathematics requirement applies (e.g. BSc International Business Administration has a mathematics requirement even with a recognised diploma).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (Writing and Speaking 5.5; IELTS Online not accepted); TOEFL iBT 4.5 (Writing/Speaking 4) for reports from 21 Jan 2026, or 80 (Writing 19, Speaking 17) for older reports; Cambridge B2 First/C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 173 (Writing/Speaking 160); results no older than two years
English exemption
IB diploma with English as the language of instruction
Korean high school diploma2027 intakeDirect entry not stated
Condition the university states
South Korean secondary diploma cannot be admitted directly because its level is not equivalent to VWO. Routes the page points to: complete one year of an academic programme at a research university in the home country (entire first-year curriculum with sufficient scores; institution, GPA, content and duration are weighed), or one year at a Dutch university of applied sciences with a propaedeutic certificate (extra requirements may apply, e.g. mathematics test, minimum GPA). Foundation years are not accepted.
Subject requirements
Diploma must be equivalent to Dutch VWO; depending on the programme an additional mathematics requirement applies (e.g. BSc International Business Administration has a mathematics requirement even with a recognised diploma).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (Writing and Speaking 5.5; IELTS Online not accepted); TOEFL iBT 4.5 (Writing/Speaking 4) for reports from 21 Jan 2026, or 80 (Writing 19, Speaking 17) for older reports; Cambridge B2 First/C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 173 (Writing/Speaking 160); results no older than two years
English exemption
Entire secondary education completed in English (not home/online schooling, B2+ shown); IB diploma with English as language of instruction; Cambridge International GCSEs in combination with A Levels
Korean diploma + 1 year of university2027 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
Complete one year of an academic programme at a research university in the home country; the entire first-year curriculum must be completed with sufficient scores; sufficiency depends on the institution, GPA, programme content and nominal duration. This could make the applicant eligible to apply again the next year.
Subject requirements
Diploma must be equivalent to Dutch VWO; depending on the programme an additional mathematics requirement applies (e.g. BSc International Business Administration has a mathematics requirement even with a recognised diploma).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (Writing and Speaking 5.5; IELTS Online not accepted); TOEFL iBT 4.5 (Writing/Speaking 4) for reports from 21 Jan 2026, or 80 (Writing 19, Speaking 17) for older reports; Cambridge B2 First/C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 173 (Writing/Speaking 160); results no older than two years
English exemption
Entire secondary education completed in English (not home/online schooling, B2+ shown); IB diploma with English as language of instruction; Cambridge International GCSEs in combination with A Levels
High School Diploma from an accredited US high school, College Preparatory programme, minimum GPA 3.0, and either four College Board APs with score 3+ (AP Capstone/Research/Seminar, AP Career Kickstart, AP Business with Personal Finance, AP Art & Design, AP Studio Art not accepted), or SAT >1230 / ACT >25, or 30 credits (1 year) from a 4-year college.
South Korea: Graduation Diploma from an Academic or Special Purpose High School with a mark of at least A (or rank 2 out of 9) in each subject, and a CSAT Stanine score of 1-3 in each subject.
Not exempt by Korean diploma; exemptions are listed for secondary education in Australia, Ireland, Malta, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, UK, USA, Canada (non-French), English IB, etc.
At least four College Board AP exams with grades 4 or 5; or GPA 3.5 of 4 plus three AP exams with grades 4 or 5 (when the curriculum does not allow four); or high school diploma plus 1 year (30 credits) of college/university with GPA 3.5 of 4. SAT >1400 / ACT >29 only considered in exceptional situations.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 average, no part below 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 100 or 5 (L, R, S 5; W 4.5) / Cambridge C1 or C2 185, no part below 176.
English exemption
Full IB programme taught exclusively in English (except foreign languages), or IB English Language and Literature HL grade 6+; UK A-levels exempt (case-by-case for fast-track or all-science A-levels); US route with 1 year college credit exempt; a full year of university taught solely in English may give exemption with high results.
6 core subjects: at least 3 Higher Levels and 2 Standard Levels; minimum of 32 points, excluding Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 average, no part below 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 100 or 5 (L, R, S 5; W 4.5) / Cambridge C1 or C2 185, no part below 176.
English exemption
Full IB programme taught exclusively in English (except foreign languages), or IB English Language and Literature HL grade 6+; UK A-levels exempt (case-by-case for fast-track or all-science A-levels); US route with 1 year college credit exempt; a full year of university taught solely in English may give exemption with high results.
The 2027-28 list names only a Graduation Diploma from a Special Purposed High School with an average of at least A/90% (or rank 2 out of 9) in each subject AND a CSAT stanine score of 1-3 in each subject, plus an English test. A general high school diploma is not listed; unlisted diplomas are decided case by case, and applicants may apply after completing one year of university (at least 70% at a 3-year university, or at least 80% / GPA 3.5 of 4 at a 4-6-year programme).
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 average, no part below 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 100 or 5 (L, R, S 5; W 4.5) / Cambridge C1 or C2 185, no part below 176.
English exemption
Full IB programme taught exclusively in English (except foreign languages), or IB English Language and Literature HL grade 6+; UK A-levels exempt (case-by-case for fast-track or all-science A-levels); US route with 1 year college credit exempt; a full year of university taught solely in English may give exemption with high results.
Korean diploma + 1 year of university2027 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
Eligible to apply after completing one year of university with at least 70% at a 3-year university or at least 80% / GPA 3.5 out of 4 at a 4, 5 or 6-year programme; applies to unlisted diplomas and to listed diplomas that miss the grade requirements.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 7.0 average, no part below 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 100 or 5 (L, R, S 5; W 4.5) / Cambridge C1 or C2 185, no part below 176.
English exemption
Full IB programme taught exclusively in English (except foreign languages), or IB English Language and Literature HL grade 6+; UK A-levels exempt (case-by-case for fast-track or all-science A-levels); US route with 1 year college credit exempt; a full year of university taught solely in English may give exemption with high results.
PPLE: supplementary mathematics exam required for Korean applicants.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 (min 6.0 per subscore) / TOEFL iBT 92 on 0-120 scale (min 22 per subscore) or 4.5 on 1-6 scale / Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 (180 per skill); tests taken before September 2025 not accepted for the September 2027 intake (Business Administration and Psychology programme pages). PPLE Korea row lists English 'A0/92'.
English exemption
Fully English-taught secondary education in certain listed countries, or IB diploma with English as an exam subject (programme pages).
Numerus fixus programmes
Business Administration (English track), Economics and Business Economics (English track), Political Science (English track), Psychology
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
numerus fixus 2027-01-15 · selective programmes (Liberal Arts & Sciences, PPLE) 2027-02-01 · advisory deadline, international prior education 2027-04-01 · English test certificate, non-EU/EEA 2027-04-01 · final deadline all applicants 2027-05-01
“Certificate of Graduation (졸업증명서) from a general or a science high school”
Korean diploma + 1 year of university2027 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
PPLE: Korean general or science high school Certificate of Graduation plus a completed first year of full-time university bachelor education (all mandatory first-year credits); GPA B+/85, and grades need to be met at university level; supplementary mathematics exam required; English A0/92. PPLE is a selective programme (deadline 1 February).
Subject requirements
Supplementary mathematics exam required.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 (min 6.0 per subscore) / TOEFL iBT 92 on 0-120 scale (min 22 per subscore) or 4.5 on 1-6 scale / Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 (180 per skill); tests taken before September 2025 not accepted for the September 2027 intake (Business Administration and Psychology programme pages). PPLE Korea row lists English 'A0/92'.
English exemption
Fully English-taught secondary education in certain listed countries, or IB diploma with English as an exam subject (programme pages).
Numerus fixus programmes
Business Administration (English track), Economics and Business Economics (English track), Political Science (English track), Psychology
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
numerus fixus 2027-01-15 · selective programmes (Liberal Arts & Sciences, PPLE) 2027-02-01 · advisory deadline, international prior education 2027-04-01 · English test certificate, non-EU/EEA 2027-04-01 · final deadline all applicants 2027-05-01
USA High School Diploma with at least 4 content-based AP courses externally examined by the College Board (grades 3-5); only one of AP Capstone, Music History/Theory or Studio Art counts. University College Groningen additionally: unweighted GPA 3.0-4.0 and SAT 1300.
English requirement
Varies by faculty (2027/28). Level 1 (Campus Fryslan, Economics and Business, Religion Culture and Society, Science and Engineering, Spatial Sciences): IELTS 6.0 (6.0 each) / TOEFL iBT 80 (L18 R18 S20 W21) or 4.0 each (2026 format). Level 2 (Arts, Behavioural and Social Sciences, Philosophy, UCG): IELTS 6.5 (L6.0 R6.0 S6.5 W6.5) / TOEFL 90 (L21 R21 S23 W24) or 4.5 (W 5.0). Level 3 (Law): IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each) / TOEFL 100 (L22 R24 S25 W25) or 5.0.
English exemption
IB with English as language of instruction; at least three GCE A2-levels graded A to C from an accredited British board; full upper secondary education in the United States (or other listed majority English-speaking country).
Numerus fixus programmes
International Business, Geneeskunde (Medicine), Psychologie, Psychology, Tandheelkunde (Dentistry)
IB diploma is VWO-equivalent (externally examined by the IBO, grade 4-7); no minimum points stated. Programme-specific HL/SL subjects apply.
Subject requirements
E.g. Econometrics and OR: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL; Applied Physics/Astronomy/Physics: Physics HL and Mathematics HL; Biology: Biology HL plus Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics.
English requirement
Varies by faculty (2027/28). Level 1 (Campus Fryslan, Economics and Business, Religion Culture and Society, Science and Engineering, Spatial Sciences): IELTS 6.0 (6.0 each) / TOEFL iBT 80 (L18 R18 S20 W21) or 4.0 each (2026 format). Level 2 (Arts, Behavioural and Social Sciences, Philosophy, UCG): IELTS 6.5 (L6.0 R6.0 S6.5 W6.5) / TOEFL 90 (L21 R21 S23 W24) or 4.5 (W 5.0). Level 3 (Law): IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each) / TOEFL 100 (L22 R24 S25 W25) or 5.0.
English exemption
IB with English as language of instruction; at least three GCE A2-levels graded A to C from an accredited British board; full upper secondary education in the United States (or other listed majority English-speaking country).
Numerus fixus programmes
International Business, Geneeskunde (Medicine), Psychologie, Psychology, Tandheelkunde (Dentistry)
South Korea is not in the 2027/2028 country list; the page says a diploma from an unlisted country may not meet the general end-level requirements. Routes stated: obtain 3 British A-level certificates, 4 IB Higher Level certificates or 4 AP College Board certificates in addition to the secondary diploma, or complete a year of higher education at a university or college (applicants are encouraged to apply and must add transcript, programme information and credits). Foundation years from Dutch or non-Dutch universities are not considered.
English requirement
Varies by faculty (2027/28). Level 1 (Campus Fryslan, Economics and Business, Religion Culture and Society, Science and Engineering, Spatial Sciences): IELTS 6.0 (6.0 each) / TOEFL iBT 80 (L18 R18 S20 W21) or 4.0 each (2026 format). Level 2 (Arts, Behavioural and Social Sciences, Philosophy, UCG): IELTS 6.5 (L6.0 R6.0 S6.5 W6.5) / TOEFL 90 (L21 R21 S23 W24) or 4.5 (W 5.0). Level 3 (Law): IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each) / TOEFL 100 (L22 R24 S25 W25) or 5.0.
English exemption
IB with English as language of instruction; at least three GCE A2-levels graded A to C from an accredited British board; full upper secondary education in the United States (or other listed majority English-speaking country).
Numerus fixus programmes
International Business, Geneeskunde (Medicine), Psychologie, Psychology, Tandheelkunde (Dentistry)
Korean diploma + 1 year of university2027 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
Applicants from unlisted countries who complete a year of higher education at a university or college are encouraged to apply; transcript, programme information, total credits and credits to be obtained must be included. Assessed individually.
English requirement
Varies by faculty (2027/28). Level 1 (Campus Fryslan, Economics and Business, Religion Culture and Society, Science and Engineering, Spatial Sciences): IELTS 6.0 (6.0 each) / TOEFL iBT 80 (L18 R18 S20 W21) or 4.0 each (2026 format). Level 2 (Arts, Behavioural and Social Sciences, Philosophy, UCG): IELTS 6.5 (L6.0 R6.0 S6.5 W6.5) / TOEFL 90 (L21 R21 S23 W24) or 4.5 (W 5.0). Level 3 (Law): IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each) / TOEFL 100 (L22 R24 S25 W25) or 5.0.
English exemption
IB with English as language of instruction; at least three GCE A2-levels graded A to C from an accredited British board; full upper secondary education in the United States (or other listed majority English-speaking country).
Numerus fixus programmes
International Business, Geneeskunde (Medicine), Psychologie, Psychology, Tandheelkunde (Dentistry)
US diploma with a minimum of 4 accepted AP CollegeBoard exams, each scored 3, 4 or 5, to be considered possibly admissible; no GPA stated; non-AP tests cannot replace an AP.
Subject requirements
AP Calculus BC for technical programmes; Precalculus/Calculus AB/BC for social-science programmes (IBA: Calculus AB or BC); Physics 1+2 or Physics C for engineering; AP Chemistry (BME, Chemical S&E, Technical Medicine), AP Biology (Technical Medicine)
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (5.5 each section); TOEFL iBT 90 (21 each) before Jan 2026, or 4.5 with reading/listening/writing 4.5 and speaking 4 after Jan 2026; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 169 (162 each); PTE Academic 61 (56 each); LanguageCert Academic 65 (R/L 60, S/W 65); max 2 years old
English exemption
Last three years of secondary school in Australia, Canada (English part), Ireland, New Zealand, UK or USA with English as exam subject until the final year; English as secondary exam subject depending on the country list; a three-year bachelor's obtained in an exempted country
IB diploma with programme subjects; no general minimum IB grade (conditional letters may state one). IBCP not directly admissible.
Subject requirements
Maths AA HL for technical programmes (Advanced Technology, Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, BME, BIT, Chemical Science & Engineering, Civil, EE, IDE, IEM, ME, TCS, Technical Medicine); Maths AI or AA (SL or HL) for Communication Science, Creative Technology, Health Sciences, IBA, Psychology, Public Administration; Physics/Chemistry/Biology for some
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 (5.5 each section); TOEFL iBT 90 (21 each) before Jan 2026, or 4.5 with reading/listening/writing 4.5 and speaking 4 after Jan 2026; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 169 (162 each); PTE Academic 61 (56 each); LanguageCert Academic 65 (R/L 60, S/W 65); max 2 years old
English exemption
English as instruction language with an English exam subject (proof of English instruction uploaded); or English A grade 4, English B SL 6, English B HL 5
US High School Diploma + 4 Advanced Placements of the US College Board, all with a score of 3 or higher.
English requirement
Depends on programme EMI level. EMI-ready: IELTS Academic 6.0 (S 5.5, L 6.0, R 6.0, W 5.5) / TOEFL iBT 83 (S16 L17 R18 W16; tests before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 (S3.5 L4 R4 W3.5; from 21 Jan 2026). EMI-experienced: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each) / TOEFL iBT 93 (20 each) or 4.5 (S4 L4.5 R4.5 W4).
English exemption
IB diploma with English A or B as final exam subject (SL or HL); secondary diploma or English-taught bachelor from listed mainly English-speaking countries incl. UK and US; one year of English-taught higher education in listed countries.
IB Diploma (full diploma only) is on the VWO-equivalence list; Career-related Programme not accepted. Programme subject/grade requirements may apply; listing does not guarantee admission.
English requirement
Depends on programme EMI level. EMI-ready: IELTS Academic 6.0 (S 5.5, L 6.0, R 6.0, W 5.5) / TOEFL iBT 83 (S16 L17 R18 W16; tests before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 (S3.5 L4 R4 W3.5; from 21 Jan 2026). EMI-experienced: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each) / TOEFL iBT 93 (20 each) or 4.5 (S4 L4.5 R4.5 W4).
English exemption
IB diploma with English A or B as final exam subject (SL or HL); secondary diploma or English-taught bachelor from listed mainly English-speaking countries incl. UK and US; one year of English-taught higher education in listed countries.
Recognised High School diploma plus at least 4 College Board AP exam scores of 3, 4 or 5; AP Seminar, AP Research, AP Capstone and vocational subjects not accepted; scores sent directly from College Board after admission.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall / TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (tests from 21 January 2026) or 92 (older scale) / Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 / LanguageCert Academic 70 / PTE Academic 68. PPE: IELTS 6.5 with min 6.0 per component. Law in Society: IELTS 6.5 with min 7.0 reading.
English exemption
Secondary or higher education diploma from English-taught education in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA (EQF 4+); full IB Diploma taught in English or with English A Language and Literature at SL 7 or HL 6/7; English-taught accredited bachelor's/master's degree.
Numerus fixus programmes
Criminology, Dentistry, Medicine, Psychology
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR €4,870 (Theology joint degree) to €35,640 (Medicine); Liberal Arts and Sciences (AUC) €20,430 · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
numerus fixus 2027-01-15 · non-EU/EEA regular 2027-04-01 · Law in Society (strict) 2027-05-01
“at least 4 College Board AP Exam Scores* of 3, 4 or 5”
International Baccalaureate Diploma; only the full diploma is accepted. Subject rules in the VU 'IB Diploma requirements 2027-2028' PDF.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall / TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (tests from 21 January 2026) or 92 (older scale) / Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 / LanguageCert Academic 70 / PTE Academic 68. PPE: IELTS 6.5 with min 6.0 per component. Law in Society: IELTS 6.5 with min 7.0 reading.
English exemption
Secondary or higher education diploma from English-taught education in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA (EQF 4+); full IB Diploma taught in English or with English A Language and Literature at SL 7 or HL 6/7; English-taught accredited bachelor's/master's degree.
Numerus fixus programmes
Criminology, Dentistry, Medicine, Psychology
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR €4,870 (Theology joint degree) to €35,640 (Medicine); Liberal Arts and Sciences (AUC) €20,430 · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
numerus fixus 2027-01-15 · non-EU/EEA regular 2027-04-01 · Law in Society (strict) 2027-05-01
“International Baccalaureate Diploma. Only the full diploma is accepted.”
Korean high school diploma2027 intakeDirect entry not stated
Condition the university states
VU's diploma list for South Korea names only (a) a High School Certificate plus at least 1 year of credits in academic education at an internationally recognised university, or (b) a High School Certificate (Godeung Hakgyo Jolupjang) from a Science High School, both evaluated case-by-case. A general high school certificate on its own is not listed.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall / TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (tests from 21 January 2026) or 92 (older scale) / Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 / LanguageCert Academic 70 / PTE Academic 68. PPE: IELTS 6.5 with min 6.0 per component. Law in Society: IELTS 6.5 with min 7.0 reading.
English exemption
Secondary or higher education diploma from English-taught education in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA (EQF 4+); full IB Diploma taught in English or with English A Language and Literature at SL 7 or HL 6/7; English-taught accredited bachelor's/master's degree.
Numerus fixus programmes
Criminology, Dentistry, Medicine, Psychology
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR €4,870 (Theology joint degree) to €35,640 (Medicine); Liberal Arts and Sciences (AUC) €20,430 · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
numerus fixus 2027-01-15 · non-EU/EEA regular 2027-04-01 · Law in Society (strict) 2027-05-01
“High School Certificate and at least 1 year of credits in academic education”
Korean diploma + 1 year of university2027 intakeConditional
Condition the university states
High School Certificate and at least 1 year of credits in academic education obtained at an internationally recognised university; evaluated on a case-by-case basis; final decision by the International Office and Student Administration.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall / TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (tests from 21 January 2026) or 92 (older scale) / Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 / LanguageCert Academic 70 / PTE Academic 68. PPE: IELTS 6.5 with min 6.0 per component. Law in Society: IELTS 6.5 with min 7.0 reading.
English exemption
Secondary or higher education diploma from English-taught education in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA (EQF 4+); full IB Diploma taught in English or with English A Language and Literature at SL 7 or HL 6/7; English-taught accredited bachelor's/master's degree.
Numerus fixus programmes
Criminology, Dentistry, Medicine, Psychology
Tuition
Statutory fee EUR 2,694 · Institutional fee EUR €4,870 (Theology joint degree) to €35,640 (Medicine); Liberal Arts and Sciences (AUC) €20,430 · 2026-27
Foundation year
Stated as not required
Deadlines
numerus fixus 2027-01-15 · non-EU/EEA regular 2027-04-01 · Law in Society (strict) 2027-05-01
“obtained at an internationally recognised university”
High School Diploma from a high school accredited by Cognia, MSA-CESS, NEASC or WASC plus at least 4 AP exams assessed by the College Board graded 3, 4 or 5 (APs must cover programme subjects, e.g. Animal Sciences: AP Calculus AB or BC + AP Chemistry + AP Biology + one more academic AP). Alternative: a successfully completed first year of full-time undergraduate university or college education.
Subject requirements
Mathematics for every programme plus: Animal Sciences Chemistry+Biology; Data Science for Global Challenges one of Biology/Chemistry/Physics; Earth Systems Sciences and Environmental Sciences Physics+Chemistry; Food Technology Chemistry + Biology or Physics; International Land and Water Management Physics; Marine Sciences Chemistry+Biology; Tourism no additional subject. Required level depends on the diploma; result letter says if extra exams are needed.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (speaking 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80 (speaking 20) or 4.5 (speaking 4.0); PTE Academic 61 (speaking 56); LanguageCert Academic 65 (speaking 70); Cambridge B2 First 169-190, C1 Advanced 169-210, C2 Proficiency 180-230; tests no older than 24 months at application
English exemption
Secondary diploma from the United States usually needs no English test
International Baccalaureate DP Diploma is listed; subject requirements/required levels per programme in appendix 2 of the list (e.g. Mathematics A&I HL or A&A SL/HL plus required sciences).
Subject requirements
Mathematics for every programme plus: Animal Sciences Chemistry+Biology; Data Science for Global Challenges one of Biology/Chemistry/Physics; Earth Systems Sciences and Environmental Sciences Physics+Chemistry; Food Technology Chemistry + Biology or Physics; International Land and Water Management Physics; Marine Sciences Chemistry+Biology; Tourism no additional subject. Required level depends on the diploma; result letter says if extra exams are needed.
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (speaking 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80 (speaking 20) or 4.5 (speaking 4.0); PTE Academic 61 (speaking 56); LanguageCert Academic 65 (speaking 70); Cambridge B2 First 169-190, C1 Advanced 169-210, C2 Proficiency 180-230; tests no older than 24 months at application
English exemption
Complete IB DP with English as sole language of instruction (except one other language course), or English A (language and literature SL/HL) grade 5+, English B HL 6+, or English B SL 7
Test-optional · Optional for domestic and international applicants; English proficiency results may be required; enrolling students must submit official scores. Page does not mention IB/A-level/AP.
“Standardized testing is optional for first-year and transfer applicants”
TOEFL iBT 90-100 most competitive (5.0+ on new scale from 21 Jan 2026), min 20 per section; IELTS Academic 7+; Duolingo 125-135. Not accepted: IELTS Indicator, TOEFL ITP Plus, TOEFL Essentials.
“Boston University is test optional for first-year applicants”
Test-optional · Test-optional for 2026-27; testing becomes required from the 2027-28 cycle (Columbia College and Engineering). Exam results needed to complete secondary school (e.g. IB) must be submitted.
“We will continue to be fully test-optional for the 2026-2027 admissions cycle.”
Test required · International applicants may satisfy it with final or predicted IB Diploma scores (1-7), SAT/ACT, three AP exams, A-Levels or a national exam.
English requirement
English proficiency exam required if not first language and school curriculum not taught in English for at least two years.
“Standardized testing is a required element of Dartmouth's undergraduate application.”
Test required · International students must still submit SAT or ACT. English language testing recommended if the applicant did not attend an English-language high school. AP credit varies by exam and undergraduate school; page does not address IB or A-level credit.
Test required · SAT or ACT required; IB actual or predicted scores can meet the requirement only in exceptional cases when SAT/ACT is inaccessible. TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo cannot meet the testing requirement; first-year applicants are not required to take an English proficiency exam.
English requirement
First-year applicants are not required to take an English proficiency exam.
Deadlines
Restrictive Early Action 2026-11-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-01
“Harvard requires the SAT or ACT to meet its standardized testing requirement.”
No minimums; middle 50% of admitted: IELTS 7.5-8.0, Duolingo 130-140, TOEFL iBT 102-110 (5.0-5.5 on new scale from 21 Jan 2026), PTE 79-86, C1/C2 195-202. Waiver possible e.g. IB English A 5+ or English B HL 6+, A-level English B+.
AP / IB credit
Up to 32 credits for qualifying exams incl. IB and A-Level.
Non-native speakers: 2 years full-time English-language study OR TOEFL 100 (before 21 Jan 2026; 5.0 on new iBT scale after) / IELTS 7 / Cambridge C1-C2 185 / Duolingo 130.
AP / IB credit
Transfer credit for AP exams with a score of 4 or 5.
16 credits: English 4, social studies 2, math 3, lab science 2, foreign language 2, 3 additional; science/engineering also need trig or precalculus plus chemistry and physics.
Standardised tests
Test-optional · Rice 'recommends' SAT or ACT scores; applicants who cannot or prefer not to submit receive full consideration.
English requirement
Non-native speakers: 2 years full-time English-language study OR TOEFL 100 (before 21 Jan 2026; 5.0 on new iBT scale after) / IELTS 7 / Cambridge C1-C2 185 / Duolingo 130.
AP / IB credit
Transfer credit for IB Diploma holders scoring 6 or 7 on Higher Level exams.
“recommends first-year and transfer student applicants”
TOEFL iBT 80 (before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 overall with 4.0 per section (after); IELTS Academic 6.0; SAT EBRW 560; ACT English 21; tests dated within two years.
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge C1/C2) required for non-native speakers.
AP / IB credit
AP, IB and A Level credit can satisfy requirements only in Formal Reasoning and Foreign Language; other credit counts as open electives. IB credit only for higher-level exams.
“The submission of SAT or ACT scores will remain optional for Fall 2027 first-year”
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge C1/C2) required for non-native speakers.
AP / IB credit
AP, IB and A Level credit can satisfy requirements only in Formal Reasoning and Foreign Language; other credit counts as open electives. IB credit only for higher-level exams.
Required if first language is not English: TOEFL iBT 100 (min Speaking 25) before Feb 2026 scoring / 5.5 avg updated scoring; IELTS 7.5; Duolingo 125. Waived with SAT EBRW 650+ or ACT English/Reading 26+.
Deadlines
Restrictive Early Action 2026-11-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-04
“Predicted results from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme”
Test-optional · Test-optional for fall 2027 and 2028 entry; ACT/SAT required from fall 2029. Covers first-year and international applicants. Page does not mention IB or A-level.
English requirement
International applicants must show English proficiency; waived with ACT English above 26 or SAT EBRW above 630.
“Vanderbilt University will continue its test-optional policy”
Test-optional · International applicants follow the same procedures as US citizens; TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo results welcome but no single exam required to document English proficiency. Page does not mention IB/A-level.
“such examinations are not requirements for admission to Williams”