Undergraduate Admissions

UIS Global offers a streamlined admissions process for international undergraduate students. Our admissions team will place you in the appropriate track for your needs. Final tuition is based on your program, and housing and dining selections. Find all important dates and start your application below.

Degree Admissions Requirements

UIS Global is designed to set international students up for success. Our team makes sure you are prepared to start your degree program with confidence.

Find the degree you are interested in the dropdown menu below. Degrees are organized by school.

Accounting, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Business Administration, BBA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Management Information Systems, BS (STEM)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Marketing, BS
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Biochemistry, BS (STEM)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Biology, BS (STEM)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Chemistry, BS (STEM)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Computer Science, BS (STEM)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Environmental Studies, BA (STEM)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Exercise Science, BS
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Information Systems Security, BS (STEM)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Mathematical Sciences, BS (STEM)
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Philosophy, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Psychology, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Criminology and Criminal Justice, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
English, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
History, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Legal Studies, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Liberal Studies, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Social Work, BSW
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Sociology/Anthropology, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Theatre, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Visual Arts, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Communication, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Education Studies, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
International and Global Studies, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Middle Grades Education, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Political Science, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Public and Nonprofit Administration, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Secondary English Education, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Secondary History Education, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Secondary Mathematics Education, BA
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring
Undergraduate Undecided
Minimum GPA
Minimum English Language Score
Additional Requirements
Intake Semesters
International Direct
3.0
IELTS™ 6.0
iBT/TOEFL® 75
iBT/TOEFL NEW score 4.0
Duolingo 105
iTEP 4.0
PTE 60
Essay
Fall, Spring

Dates & Costs

Shorelight Signature Student Experience services – including application assistance, visa help, student services, academic support, campus transition, and career services – are included in your UIS Global program cost. Opt-in programs and services may cost extra. Fees for tuition, housing, dining, and additional services will vary by school, degree program, housing location and amenities, selected meal plan, and similar preferences.

For important dates and detailed tuition, housing, and dining costs please visit our Shorelight profile page.

How to Apply

Start your international student application below. You can save your progress at any time and resume later. We will send you a confirmation email after receiving your completed application. Please contact us if you have questions.

Before you begin, you will need the following documents:

  • High school or secondary transcripts
  • Copy of your passport
  • English-language test scores*

*Acceptable English-language tests include TOEFL and IELTS.

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