International and Canadian Admissions

Closest to Canada in Western New York

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How to Apply

The application process to D'Youville varies on your need and situation. Please review the following options carefully.

International Application Criteria

Applicants should be prepared to meet additional requirements related to 

  • English Proficiency Requirements
  • Transcript Evaluation Services
  • Immigration Documentation and Approval
First-Year Applicants

1. Complete and submit your official application for admission.

  • Applying to D'Youville is free.
  • If you can't complete the application in one sitting, that's okay — you can access the form as often as you like.
  • If you have any questions about the application process, contact the Admissions Office.

2. Submit official transcripts

  • You'll need to submit an official transcript from each secondary and post-secondary school attended, current through the time of application.
  • If transcripts are not in English, or come from a school outside of the U.S. or Canada, they must be evaluated by an accredited transcript evaluation service.

Tip: We recommend that you request official transcripts immediately to avoid delays in processing. Transcript evaluation can take anywhere from 3-4 weeks.

3. Submit your scores from one of the following Standardized Tests

  • If English is your second language, you'll need to submit proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS).
Transfer Applicants

1. Complete and submit your official application for admission

  • You'll need to create a login ID and password. If you can't complete the application in one sitting, that's okay. You can access the form as often as you like.
  • Check the deadline dates below for fall and spring semesters.
  • If you have any questions about the application process, contact the Admissions Office.

2. Submit official transcripts

  • You'll need to submit an official transcript from each secondary and post-secondary school attended, current through the time of application.
  • If transcripts are not in English, or come from a school outside of the U.S. or Canada, they must be evaluated by an accredited transcript evaluation service.

Tip: We recommend that you request official transcripts immediately to avoid delays in processing.Transcript evaluation can take anywhere from 3-4 weeks.

3. Submit your scores from one of the following Standardized Tests

  • If English is your second language, you'll need to submit proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS).

4. In addition to all of the steps above, international transfer students must also submit a completed SEVIS I-20 Transfer Form (PDF).

Graduate Applicants

1. Admission and application requirements for D'Youville University’s professional and  advanced degree programs vary

  • Before applying, review the program-specific admissions requirements for D'Youville's master's and doctoral graduate programs.

2. Complete and submit your official application for admission

  • If you can't complete the application in one sitting, that's okay — you can access the form as often as you like.
  • Refer to the program specific admission requirements pages for deadlines.
  • If you have any questions about the application process, contact the Admissions Office.

3. Submit official transcripts

  • You'll need to submit an official transcript from each university attended, current through the time of application. D’Youville University also accepts unofficial transcripts prior to enrollment, when official transcripts are required.  
  • If transcripts are not in English, or come from a school outside of the U.S. or Canada, they must be evaluated by an accredited transcript evaluation service.

Tip: We recommend that you request official transcripts immediately to avoid delays in processing.Transcript evaluation can take anywhere from 3-4 weeks

4. Submit your scores from one of the following standardized tests

  • If English is your second language, you'll need to submit proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS)

English Language Proficiency

D'Youville University may require proof of English Language Proficiency. If you are an international student who attended (post) secondary school (any year) in a country other than the United States, Canada, Great Britain, or Australia, or your primary language is one other than English, you are required to demonstrate English proficiency by successfully achieving a minimum score on one of the following examinations.

Please Note:

  • Scores must be less than two years old at the time of admission.
  • Official scores must be sent directly to D’Youville from the testing agency.
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UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS (ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS)
* Please speak an admissions counselor about submitting ACT or SAT scores in place of other scores.
** The Duolingo English Test is only accepted in absence of other testing and is only a temporary approved test of examination.
Examination Minimum Score Website
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

Paper-Based Test:
Overall Score: 520; Test of Written English (TEW): 4.0

Internet-Based Test:
Total: 70; Reading: 21; Writing: 22

 www.toefl.org
Score code for D'Youville is 2197.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Reading: 6.0; Writing: 6.0 www.ielts.org
ACT English* 18 https://www.act.org/
SAT Verbal* 450 https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat
Duolingo English Test** 105 https://englishtest.duolingo.com/
GRADUATE STUDENTS (ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS)
* Please speak an admissions counselor about submitting ACT or SAT scores in place of other scores.
** The Duolingo English Test is only accepted in absence of other testing and is only a temporary approved test of examination.
Examination Minimum Score Agency Website
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

Paper-Based Test:
Overall Score: 550; Test of Written English (TEW): 4.5

Internet-Based Test:
Total: 79; Reading: 21; Writing: 22

 www.toefl.org
Score code for D'Youville is 2197.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Reading: 6.5; Writing: 6.0 www.ielts.org
ACT English* 21 https://www.act.org/
SAT Verbal* 480 https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat
Duolingo English Test** 105 https://englishtest.duolingo.com/

Transcript Evaluation Services

D'Youville requires that all international transcripts be formally evaluated by an independent evaluation service. All applicants—first time in college, transfer and graduate students—must submit a 'course-by-course' evaluation of their previous transcripts. In addition, students will also require official transcript translation if the original transcript is not issued in English.

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Transcript Evaluation Agencies

If you are an international student and would like to apply to D'Youville University, please have your official transcript reviewed by one of the approved agencies below.

Canadians & International School Graduates

If you are graduating from a secondary school in the United States or Canada, or an accredited international school that grants U.S. diplomas, you are not required to have your transcripts evaluated. Please check with the International Admissions Office for details.

Immigration Documentation & Approval

All Canadian citizens and permanent residents must obtain a Federal Form I-20. Your I-20 form will be issued after submitting your tuition deposit, the international student financial forms and supporting bank documentation. Instructions will be given with your I-20 on how to process it at the border. If you're a permanent resident of Canada, you'll need to make an appointment at a U.S. consulate in order to obtain a student visa.

Note: Canadian students may attend school in the US on a part-time basis but may not live in the United States.

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We Make Decisions in 24 Hours

D'Youville University has a rolling admissions policy. The earlier you apply, the earlier you will be notified of a decision. If accepted, you'll receive a signed letter of acceptance as part of the D'Youville enrollment packet. The packet will contain the following information with all instructions:

  • Directions on how to wire and transfer school fees.
  • Mandatory student health insurance application.
  • Health requirements with health forms and information.
  • Athletic department information.
  • Required financial forms.
  • Directions to D'Youville University including airport information.

Tuition Deposit Requirement

Once accepted, a non-refundable reservation deposit is required. Undergraduate Admissions deposits are $250 USD. Graduate Admissions Deposits are $300 USD.

Accepting Your Admissions Offer

To confirm enrollment you must accept the admissions offer and submit a deposit.

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Begin Your Integration Into the DYU Community

We provide free resources to both students and their families. Begin by reviewing resources online and registering for the new student orientation.

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Follow the Checklist of Next Steps for Accepted Students

Work through the processes of submitting health records and final high school transcripts, meeting with your academic advisor to select classes, finalizing your housing arrangement, and more. 

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Make a Plan to Get Involved

Start exploring what we have to offer and make a plan for how you can get engaged in extracurricular activities at D’Youville University.

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