International Admissions
In addition to the minimum requirements, International applicants must receive a T.O.E.F.L. score of at least 213 on the computer based exam, 550 on the paper based exam, 79 on the internet based (iBT) exam, or the following section scores: Reading – 20; Speaking – 19; Listening – 21 and Writing – 17. A test score of at least 6.0 will also be accepted from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). International applicants with test scores in other areas may also be eligible for admissions.
Applicants should submit their applications together with a financial affidavit and TOEFL scores (if their primary language is not English) as early as possible, because additional time is required to process these applications.
If a student is admitted to the School of Social Work prior to the completion of his or her bachelor’s degree, the admission is contingent upon the school’s receipt of evidence of graduation and the supplemental transcript of any undergraduate or graduate work in progress at the time of acceptance.
You must also present a Declaration and Certification of Finances and a supporting bank letter, showing financial support to attend the University of New England.
POSTED BY: ec_admin - July 25th, 2009 at 02:19pm ( 19 )
kelech - March 1st, 2010 at 05:21pm
Who is considered an international applicant?someone who lives in the US but studies outside the US or someone who lives and studied outside the US.
Anna DiMauro - May 12th, 2010 at 09:18pm
So, you are saying that anyone who got their undergrad degree outside the US is considered an international student? What about someone who is now a permanent resident? After all, permanent residents are eligible for financial aid, so why is the bank statement necessary?
Jessica, Enrollment Coordinator - May 25th, 2010 at 09:14am
Anna,
If you graduated with your Bachelors outside the U.S., you are considered an international student. An Enrollment Advisor will contact you to discuss your residency and financial aid concerns. Thanks for your interest!
Mark - May 24th, 2010 at 05:39pm
So are Canadian’s considered “international students”, and would we be required to complete the TOEFL exam?
Jessica, Enrollment Coordinator - May 25th, 2010 at 09:08am
Hi Mark,
Canadians are considered international students. You would not need to complete the TOEFL, but we would need to have the transcripts evaluated. An Enrollment Advisor will be glad to further discuss this process with you soon.
becky - December 26th, 2010 at 06:08pm
Hi I am USA permanent resident now but I got my Bachelors degree from UK.However the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the USA.So will I still be considered an international student and do I need transcript evaluation?
University of New England Admissions - January 13th, 2011 at 03:12pm
Becky, all applicants that studied in another country do need a transcript evaluation for not only for accreditation purposes but for grade point averages. Did your school give GPAs?
shahina khan - February 4th, 2011 at 04:52am
what are the eligibility criteria for a student residing in india?
University of New England Admissions - February 8th, 2011 at 06:10pm
Shahina, in addition to the minimum requirements, International applicants must receive a T.O.E.F.L. score of at least 213 on the computer based exam, 550 on the paper based exam, 79 on the internet based (iBT) exam, or the following section scores: Reading – 20; Speaking – 19; Listening – 21 and Writing – 17. A test score of at least 6.0 will also be accepted from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). International applicants with test scores in other areas may also be eligible for admissions.
Also, all your official transcripts must be evaluated.
Floxy - February 10th, 2011 at 10:22am
Hi, I am a nigerian but studied in United kingdom from my GCSE to my BSc. My Master degree was in Brentwood USA, I have returned back to Nigeria to take up an employment. Do I need TOEFL scores or (IELTS) since I lived and studied in an English speaking country?
University of New England Admissions - February 17th, 2011 at 08:41pm
Floxy, the only reason you would need to take the TOEFL is if you first language isn’t English. If it is, then you should be fine. Also, if any of your education was outside of the US, then you would need to get those evaluated.
If English is not your first language, you are required to submit official scores from one of the following test agencies:
– Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) which is administered by ETS http://www.ets.org
(A score of 213 on the computer-based test is required; or a score of 550 on the paper test is required)
OR
- The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) whose website is http://www.ielts.org.
(A score of 6.0 on the test module is required)
Helen - March 1st, 2011 at 03:05am
If I have an Advance Standing BSW from the United States and am a U.S. citizen by birth,may I do my field practicum for my MSW internationally? Also,is your online Advance Standing MSW program a one year program?
University of New England Admissions - March 16th, 2011 at 09:59pm
Helen, as long as you have high speed internet to meet with your field instructor and field advisor on a regular basis via webcam and you also the field placement will need to meet UNE requirements. In general, you should be able to do so. Our Adanvced Standing program is approximately 2 years to complete
Alastair - May 16th, 2011 at 11:11am
Hi I am from New Zealand, and have a BSW degree that has been accredited by CSWE. Would love to know if eligible to do Advanced Standing online MSW from here in NZ. Thanks!
Heather Blanch - July 9th, 2011 at 01:33pm
I have a BS in Communication Studies but am interested in getting my MSW. I am currently living and doing aid work in a developing nation. Would it be possible for me to complete the MSW online program and do my field practicum in the developing nation where I am currently living?
UNE Admissions - August 2nd, 2011 at 07:43pm
Heather,
Our program is available to those that are living outside of the United States. It is 100% distance learning based. All of the courses are completed through the course website and the field hours are completed in the student’s local area.
Holly - October 18th, 2011 at 12:42am
I am an American Citizen and graduated from my BSW program from a university in the US (accredited by CSWE) in 2007. I am currently a permanent resident in Canada and working and living in Canada. Am I able to do the advanced standing program living in Canada as long as I start by the fall of 2014? What are the requirements for this? Also, is there financial aid available for someone like me?
Sabrina Mautner - April 23rd, 2012 at 04:02pm
Good morning,
I have a bachelors degree in psychology which I competed at Nova Southeastern University and a graduate degree in chld neuropsychology from the Pontificia Javeriana University fron Colombia (Which was already reviewed and accredited by WES).I am interested in completing the online MSW program. At the moment I am livig in Colombia but will move back to Florida in June of 2013.
Meanwhile I woould like to start studying. My concern is the practicum. How does it works with international students? Can I start my practicum when I get to FL and take more classes instead?. Can I complete the program in less than 4 years? Do I have to take the ESOL even if I obtained my bachelors at Nova?
I also completed 24 credits from a masters in mental health counseling at Nova. Can I transfer some credits?
Cordially,
Sabrina Mautner
UNE Admissions - May 23rd, 2012 at 09:18pm
Thank you for your post. An Enrollment Advisor will be in touch with you shortly to answer your specific questions about the program.