Admissions Criteria

Admission to Warren Wilson College is a selective process based on both the potential and academic qualifications of our international applicants. All available information is considered, and we holistically review all materials submitted in your application.

International Application Dates & Deadlines

International Applications are available for attendance beginning in the Fall Semester only, which provides you adequate time to complete the visa process.

  • Early Action (Non-binding): November 15
  • Regular Decision: February 1 (Priority) rolling admissions after this date until April 15
  • Transfer International: April 15
  • Deposit Deadline: May 1

Contact International Admissions

(800) 934-3536
intladmit@warren-wilson.edu
Orr Cottage
WWC CPO 6375
PO Box 9000
Asheville, NC 28815-9000
United States
Contact International Admissions

Steps to Apply

  1. Complete the Online Application

    Apply using the Common Application.

  2. Required Supplemental Material
    • Original (or certified copies) of all secondary (high school) transcripts, university transcripts (if applicable) and examination certificates (if applicable).
    • Transfer Students only: Completed Registrar Report Form (Download the form and have it filled out by the registrar at your most recent institution.)
    • Demonstrated English Proficiency (see below)
    • Financial Aid Application: College Board International Student Financial Aid Application (ISFAA).
  3. Optional Supporting Material
    • Letter of Recommendation (Teacher or Counselor)
    • Anything additional you may want to share with us about your application (for example: artwork, creative writing, songs, lab reports, academic writing samples, youtube videos etc.)

    *All materials must be submitted in English or be accompanied by a certified English translation. We will accept materials via mail, uploaded with your Common Application, or emailed to intladmit@warren-wilson.edu.

Our English Proficiency Policy

A satisfactory proficiency of the English language is required for admission to Warren Wilson College and is required for all students whose native language is not English.

Valid Proof of English Language Proficiency

The following criteria represent different ways to prove English proficiency:

  • Achieving the minimum required official score on ONE of the following:
  • Completion of three consecutive years, and graduation from an accredited school where English is the language of instruction.
  • Completion of an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate, or professional degree at an accredited college or university where English is the language of instruction.
  • Obtaining minimum scores on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Section or ACT Reading of 18 or better.
  • Obtaining an official score of 4 or higher on either the International Baccalaureate(IB) Higher Level Language A examination in English, or the College Board Advanced Placement Program (AP) examination in English Language
  • Being selected by one of our approved exchange program partners to attend Warren Wilson College through an approved exchange relationship

*Test scores are valid for two years after the test date but are still considered valid if the score exceeded the minimum requirement and the applicant has maintained continuous residency in the United States since the exam date

International Exchange Student?

Warren Wilson is proud to partner with a variety of the world’s top colleges and universities on international exchange programs. Contact studyaway@warren-wilson.edu for application details.