International

International Admissions

International Admissions - You Belong Here.

We welcome students from all over the world. Marywood's Office of Global Education is dedicated to offering international students a full and rewarding experience as members of the Marywood community.

We’re Here to Assist You

Applying to college is a big step, especially when it is far from home. At Marywood University, we’ll make the application and transfer process as easy as possible with an array of support services. Our staff is available to assist with integrating our international visitors to campus life at Marywood and to support international students' welfare and interests while attending our university.

Han, Cindy

International Admissions Coordinator
xhan@marywood.edu
570-348-6211 x2486

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STEM Programs

Bachelor of Architecture

The five-year, professional Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) degree program at Marywood is accredited by the National Architecture Accrediting Board (NAAB). To become an architect, most states require the completion of a professional, NAAB-accredited degree, as well as Architecture Experience (AXP) hours and Architect Registration Exams (AREs), both administered by the National Council of Architecture Registration Boards (NCARB).

The B.Arch. degree program is intended for students who will pursue a career as a licensed architect or advanced study in the field of architecture. To this end, Marywood students who have completed the B.Arch. degree are eligible for 71 credits of advanced standing in the Master of Interior Architecture program.

Bachelor of Interior Architecture

The four-year professional bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture (BIA) is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). The Interior Architecture degree is intended for students who will pursue a career as a licensed interior architect/designer or advanced study in the field of interior architecture. To become a licensed interior architect, most states require completion of an accredited degree, experience hours, and National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exams administered by the Council for Interior Design Qualification (CIDQ).

Students who have completed the BIA program and wish to continue their studies at Marywood are eligible for 41 credits of advanced standing in the Master of Interior Architecture program.

Focused on acquiring the skills needed to design interiors, buildings, and their environments, this accredited degree option trains students to create the specific character of spaces for human use and enjoyment. Interior architects must understand the important role of materials, colors, textures, and light in the creation of interior spaces that respond to the physical, social, psychological, and cultural needs of building inhabitants.

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

Having a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management (BSCM) enables students to become a certified construction manager, along with many other job opportunities. The construction management degree is a Prospect Program for accreditation by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). To become a Certified Construction Manager (CCM), the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) requires a combination of an accredited degree in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), Responsible in Charge (RIC) experience hours, and certification exams administered by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI). The four-year BSCM program is intended for students who will pursue a career as a certified construction manager or advanced study in other fields related to architecture and the built environment. To this end, Marywood students who have earned a Construction Management degree are eligible for 25 credits of advanced standing in the Master of Interior Architecture program.

Master of Interior Architecture

The 3.5-year professional degree in Interior Architecture (M.I.A.) is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). The M.I.A. program is intended for students who will pursue a career as a licensed interior architect or designer. To become a licensed interior architect or designer, most states require completion of an accredited degree, Experience Hours, and NCIDQ exams administered by the Council for Interior Design Qualification (CIDQ). Focused on acquiring and deepening the skills needed to create the specific character of spaces for human use and enjoyment. In this capacity, interior architects must understand the important role of materials, colors, textures, and light in the creation of interior spaces that respond to the physical, social, psychological, and cultural needs of building inhabitants.

Marywood offers advanced standing in their professional M.I.A. program for students with undergraduate degrees in Architecture, Interior Architecture, and Construction Management.

Master of Architecture

A Master's in Architecture is intended for students who will pursue a career as a licensed architect. Most state licensing boards require a process that is administered by the National Council of Architecture Registration Boards (NCARB), including the completion of a professional, NAAB-accredited degree, as well as Architecture Experience (AXP) hours and Architect Registration Exams (AREs). The M.Arch. program plans to apply for eligibility for candidacy with National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) in Spring 2024.

Marywood offers advanced standing in their MArch program for students with undergraduate degrees in Architecture (BArch), Interior Architecture (BIA), and Construction Management (BSCM). For instance, Marywood alumni with the Bachelor of Interior Architecture degree, may be eligible for 60 credits of advanced standing in the MArch program.

Master of Science in Management Information Systems

Learn to influence the way companies think about Information Systems by earning a Master of Science in Management Information Systems (MS-MIS) at Marywood University. A specialized master’s degree designed to impart to students the technical expertise and business savvy by preparing Information Systems majors for management, high-level work and potential leadership in management information systems and related fields. Marywood’s MS-MIS program provides students with maximum flexibility in the design of the students information systems degree.

Master of Science in Biotechnology

The Master of Science in Biotechnology (M.S.) program at Marywood University is designed for students seeking to advance their careers in the rapidly evolving field of biotechnology. This interdisciplinary program combines core courses in molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics with practical laboratory experience and research opportunities.

Graduates of the M.S. in Biotechnology program are well-prepared for careers in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, agriculture, and environmental science, as well as for further study in doctoral programs. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training and the development of critical thinking skills, equipping students to tackle complex challenges in biotechnology and contribute to innovative solutions in the industry.

Applying for International Students

A Welcoming Community Awaits

Find organizations and clubs that will make you feel right at home and achieve academic success: Intensive English Program to strengthen reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills English Language support and tutoring services Global Unity Club, Saudi Student Club, and more International groups.

There is a $50 application fee when you submit through the Marywood online application, Common Application, and via a paper application. If you wish to complete a paper application, please download it here to print it.

Common App

Marywood Application

Undergraduate International

Application Deadlines

Completed applications for the fall semester (late August through December) must be received by June 1; completed applications for the spring semester (January through May) must be received by November 1. Begin the process early and beware of all steps that must be taken in order to gain acceptance.

Required Documents for International Students

The following documents are required to complete the application process. All documents submitted in connection with the application become the property of the University.

Official high school transcript
Official high school leaving certificate/diploma, if applicable.
Official college transcript/leaving certificate, if applicable
Official test scores (see below)
One letter of recommendation (eg. professor, headmaster/headmistress, mentor, etc.). Letters can be sent electronically via the online application or you may submit electronically to internationaladm@marywood.edu
Citizenship/Visa Information
Certification of Finances with bank statement (see below)
Already studying in the United States? You will need the International Student Transfer Authorization.

About Transcripts

Include original, unopened transcripts of all academic work, including transfer coursework. Transcripts should be sent from the issuing high school or college to Marywood University. An official high school or college signature or seal must appear across the back flap of the unopened envelope. Applications will not be considered without official transcripts.

Translation of Non-English Transcripts
In addition to sending official transcripts, all non-English transcripts must be translated by a certified translator such as World Education Services, Educational Credential Evaluators and International Education Evaluations, LLC. All information on the transcript must be translated verbatim.

Test Scores

Marywood University requires that prospective undergraduate students achieve one of the following English proficiency requirements:

Minimum TOEFL score: 71
Minimum IELTS band score of 5.5
Minimum PTE Academic score: 48
Minimum Duolingo score: 90

Please submit official English proficiency scores taken within the last two years.

Writing Sample/Essay

Submit an essay of at least 250 words.

Essay topics may include:

Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?
Describe a problem you've solved or a problem you'd like to solve. It can be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma - anything that is of personal importance, no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution.
Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.
Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?
Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

Certification of Finances

The Certification of Finances form must also be accompanied by a bank statement on official bank stationary, showing proof of sufficient funds. These forms must be mailed, not faxed to Marywood.

An acceptance and student visa will not be issued without the official bank statement and Certification of Finances form.

Once all official documents required for admission are received, we will process your application for evaluation. If you are accepted by the Admissions Committee, an acceptance packet will be sent to you.

All documents submitted in connection with the application become the property of the University.

Financing Your Future

Although international students are not eligible to receive federal and state financial assistance, Marywood University does offer scholarships to international students based on merit. Marywood does not offer full tuition scholarships, however partial scholarships are available. Currently, students may qualify for up to $23,000 USD per year, with the highest amount going to the most academically talented students.

Estimated Academic Costs

	August through May
Tuition	$37,000
Living	$14,500
Books, Supplies, Insurance	$5,500
Total	$57,000

Graduate & Doctoral International

Application Deadlines

International Applicants should follow the deadlines listed below, unless you are interested in a program listed in the "Program Specific" list above. Deadlines for those programs supersede any deadlines listed below.

Summer of current year: April 1
Fall semester of current year: June 1
Spring semester of following year: November 1

Graduate International Admissions

Before Beginning the Application Process

Nutrition and Dietetics Internships/Distance Education Dietetic Internship Applicants:
Submit application through Dietetic Internship Centralized Application Services (DICAS) and also complete the Dietetic Internship Match through D & D Digital.
Physician Assistant Applicants: Must submit the application for admission through the Central Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA).

Application Deadlines
Review the application deadlines for your program of interest. The application and acceptance process requires much time and effort on the student’s behalf. It is important to begin this process early and be aware of all of the steps that must be taken in order to gain acceptance.

Required Documents
The following documents are required to complete the application process. All documents submitted in connection with the application become the property of the University.

Official college transcript/leaving certificate/mark sheets, if applicable
Official test scores (see below)
Citizenship/Visa Information
Certification of Finances with bank statement (see below)
Already studying in the United States? You will need the International Student Transfer Authorization Transfer of F1 Visa Form.

Test Scores
Marywood University requires that prospective graduate/doctoral students achieve one of the following English proficiency requirements:

Minimum TOEFL score: 79 (81 for M.S. Biotechnology applicants)
Minimum IELTS band score of 6.0 (6.5 for M.S. Biotechnology applicants)
Minimum PTE Academic score: 53 (54 for M.S. Biotechnology applicants)
Minimum Duolingo score: 100 (105 for M.S. Biotechnology applicants)

Please submit official English proficiency scores taken within the last two years.

Applicants to the ESL Post-Baccalaureate Teaching certification program must demonstrate proficiency on the ACTFL.

Reference Letters

Two letters of reference from persons familiar with your educational background. Please note that three letters of recommendation are required for students applying to the Architecture, Interior Architecture, Psychology (General Theoretical), and Ed.S. in School Psychology programs. Letters should be sent to Marywood University's Office of Graduate Admissions with an official signature across the sealed flap of the envelope. Reference forms can also be submitted electronically via the online application. If you have not attended college for three or more years, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions for guidance.

About Transcripts
Include original, unopened transcripts of all academic work, including transfer coursework. Transcripts should be sent from the issuing high school or college to Marywood University. An official high school or college signature or seal must appear across the back flap of the unopened envelope. Applications will not be considered without official transcripts.

Translation of Non-English Transcripts
In addition to sending official transcripts, all non-English transcripts must be translated by a certified translator such as World Education Services, Educational Credential Evaluators, and International Education Evaluations, LLC. All information on the transcript must be translated verbatim.

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About Certification of Finances

The Certification of Finances form must also be accompanied by a bank statement on official bank stationary, showing proof of sufficient funds. These forms must be mailed, not faxed to Marywood.

An acceptance and student visa will not be issued without the official bank statement and Certification of Finances form.

All documents submitted in connection with the application become the property of the University.

Doctoral International Admissions

Before Beginning the Application Process

PsyD Applicants: Please review important information about pre-requisites

Required Documents
The following documents are required to complete the application process. All documents submitted in connection with the application become the property of the University.

Official college transcript/leaving certificate/mark sheets, if applicable
Official test scores (see below)
Citizenship/Visa Information
Certification of Finances with bank statement (see below)
Already studying in the United States? You will need the Transfer of F1 Visa Form.

Test Scores
If English is not your first language please submit official English proficiency scores taken within the last two years. Marywood University requires that prospective graduate/doctoral students achieve one of the following English proficiency requirements:

Minimum TOEFL score: 79 (81 for M.S. Biotechnology applicants)
Minimum IELTS band score of 6.0 (6.5 for M.S. Biotechnology applicants)
Minimum PTE Academic score: 53 (54 for M.S. Biotechnology applicants)
Minimum Duolingo score: 100 (105 for M.S. Biotechnology applicants)

Applicants to the ESL Post-Baccalaureate Teaching certification program must demonstrate proficiency on the ACTFL.

Reference Letters

PhD Applicants: Three letters of reference from persons familiar with your educational background. Letters should be sent to Marywood University's Office of Graduate Admissions with an official signature across the sealed flap of the envelope. Reference forms can also be submitted electronically via the online application. If you have not attended college for three or more years, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions for guidance.

PsyD Applicants: For post-master's applicant's, three REFERENCE FORMS (at least two must be from full time faculty from the master's program where you completed your degree). For post-bachelor's applicants, three REFERENCE FORMS (at least two must be from psychologists). Reference forms can also be submitted electronically via the online application. If you have not attended college for three or more years, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions for guidance.

All Other Applicants: Two letters of reference from persons familiar with your educational background. Please note that three letters of recommendation are required for students applying to the Architecture, Interior Architecture, Psychology (General Theoretical), and Ed.S. in School Psychology programs. Letters should be sent to Marywood University's Office of Graduate Admissions with an official signature across the sealed flap of the envelope. Reference forms can also be submitted electronically via the online application. If you have not attended college for three or more years, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions for guidance.

Translation of Non-English Transcripts
In addition to sending official transcripts, all non-English transcripts must be translated by a certified translator such as World Education Services, Educational Credential Evaluators, and International Education Evaluations, LLC. All information on the transcript must be translated verbatim.

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About Certification of Finances

The Certification of Finances form must also be accompanied by a bank statement on official bank stationary, showing proof of sufficient funds. These forms must be mailed, not faxed to Marywood.

An acceptance and student visa will not be issued without the official bank statement and Certification of Finances form.

All documents submitted in connection with the application become the property of the University.

After Acceptance: International Graduate/Doctoral Students

Submit Your Deposit
If you wish to accept the offer of admission, please Submit Your Deposit online. Deposits are non-refundable.

Deferment

An admitted graduate student may defer their enrollment one time for up to one year from the original semester accepted. The deferment request must be made before the start of the original semester accepted. Deferring enrollment will be subject to a fee. If a student wishes to defer enrollment for a second time or if the deferment falls outside of the one-year period, the student must apply to the graduate program again.

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