University of New Mexico - Albuquerque

Documents Required & Eligibility

What are the requirements for participation?

For international students, the following are the eligibility criteria and English language requirements:

Undergraduate Admissions: During the application process, international students are not needed to submit SAT or ACT scores. However, if students have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 to 3.5, these examinations can aid in scholarship selection. The following are the criteria for undergraduate students:

• Students must have a high school diploma or certificate from a recognised school or institution.
• Certificates of secondary (X) and higher secondary (XII) education are necessary.

The following are the English language requirements for overseas students:

• IELTS score of 6.0 or higher
• TOEFL iBT score of 68 or higher
• DET 95 or higher
• 500 or higher on the SAT (Reading/Writing)

Postgraduate Admissions: Students are required to have an undergraduate degree from an accredited university. The English language requirements for graduate students are given below:

• 6.5 or higher on the IELTS
• A TOEFL iBT score of 79 or above is required.
• DET 105 or more DET 105 or more DET 105 or more DE

What documents are required for the application process?

For entrance purposes, international students must provide their academic transcripts as well as secondary school/college certifications. The transcripts must include the institution's designated officials' original stamps, signatures, and seals. Other documents required for overseas students' entrance are listed below:

• Scores on the SAT or ACT (optional)
• Proof of linguistic competency in English
• a copy of your passport
• Financial records
• As required by the course, a portfolio, audio or video files
• Resume
• Goals and Objectives (SOP)
• Essays
• Recommendation Letters (LORs)