Steps to Apply for International Students

Choose one of these two applications to submit:

• The Roanoke College online application* - no fee
• The Common Application - no fee
  

*Although optional, we strongly encourage you to submit an essay as an example of your writing ability. This may be included on your Roanoke College online application under "personal statement."

International Dates and Deadlines

Transcripts and academic records should be sent directly to Roanoke College from all high schools/secondary schools and universities you have attended or they may be uploaded to your admissions portal. The transcripts should indicate all completed courses, the final grades received and any certificates or diplomas awarded. Transcripts, in a language other than English, should be accompanied by an official English translation.

Freshman and transfer students wishing to be evaluated for college credit must submit their official university or college transcripts, and, if possible, an academic catalogue with a description of the courses you have taken. Students will potentially receive credit for comparable courses at Roanoke.

Freshman and transfer students wishing to be evaluated for college credit must submit their official university or college transcripts and an official credential evaluation of your official university or college transcripts from a NACES-accredited credential evaluation company. If possible, a translated academic catalogue with the description of the courses you have taken would be helpful.

TEC is our NACES-recommended international transcript evaluation services, offering a streamlined process specifically tailored for Roanoke College. Their custom application ensures you select the right type of evaluation at a discounted rate. In addition to transcript evaluations, TEC provides access to professional translation and verification services, making it easier for you to meet all your academic credentialing needs in one place: TEC Application - Roanoke College

Academic transcripts and records may be uploaded directly to a student’s admissions portal, sent by email to admissions@roanoke.edu or by mail to:

Roanoke College
Office of Admissions
221 College Lane
Salem, VA 24153
U.S.A.

Please upload your test scores directly to your admissions portal or email your test scores to admissions@roanoke.edu.

Native English Speakers:
International students whose native language is English may submit scores from one of the following examinations:

• SAT - (code: 5571)*
• ACT - administered by ACT, Inc.(code: 4392)*
• National Examinations (official results must be sent from the country's examining body)

Non-Native English Speakers:
One of the following examinations is required of all students, both freshmen and transfers whose native language is not English:

• TOEFL (recommended score is 80 IBT or higher) – administered by the Educational Testing Service (code: 5571)
• IELTS (recommended score is 6.0 or higher) – jointly managed by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations
• SAT (recommended score is 1140-1270) -  administered by the College Board (code: 5571)
• ACT (recommended score is 22-28)
• Duolingo English Test (recommended score is 100 or higher)

Roanoke will also consider CEFR levels, Cambridge examinations scores, IB English Language course grades of “A” or “B”, or a written statement from a school official verifying that the medium of instruction was in English. Please reach out to Elise Bennett, Director of International Recruitment, if you have questions about other English proficiency options accepted. 

All international applicants who do not wish to apply for financial aid must submit a bank-certified statement and/or other form of documentation indicating the annual resources available for their education. 

All international students who do wish to apply for need-based financial aid must submit the Roanoke College International Financial Aid Application, along with a bank-certified statement and/or other form of documentation indicating the annual resources for their education. 

All certificates, applications, and bank statements may be emailed to admissions@roanoke.edu.

Limited financial aid is available.  To apply, fill out this Financial Aid Application (optional). 

Pay your tuition deposit by May 1 to hold your place in the freshmen class (deposits will be accepted after May 1 as space permits. After you submit your tuition deposit, if you are in need of an I-20 form to apply for your F-1 student visa, please fill out the I-20 application below and return it along with a copy of your passport and bank-certified statement to Elise Bennett, Director of International Recruitment, at bennett@roanoke.edu.

I-20 Resident Form (PDF)

I-20 Commuter Form (PDF)