Drake University Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Drake University International Admissions

Drake University hosts more than 300 international students annually. The university has a similar application process for domestic as well as international students. In addition to the general admission requirements, international students are required to submit proof of English language proficiency. Documents from international institutions may also require English translation.

Basic Admission Requirements: International applicants must attach the following documents along with the application for admission.

• Original or certified copies of academic transcripts
• Proof of English language proficiency- IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo
• Personal essay (optional)
• Letter of recommendation (optional but recommended)
• There are two pathways to apply to Drake University that are discussed below:
  • Test score pathway - Admission by submitting SAT or ACT scores
  • Test-optional pathway - Admission by submitting an essay or appearing for an admission interview.

All documents must be in English or translated exactly according to the original document.

English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

International applicants whose native language is not English must submit acceptable proof of English language proficiency to the Office of Admission. The accepted test scores and minimum requirements are specified in the table below:

Applicants who wish to improve their English language skills must apply for the Intensive English Program. International applicants who fail to meet the English language proficiency requirements may be offered conditional admission with the exception of pre-pharmacy program applicants.

Visa Process for International Students

International students must be accepted by Drake University for the issuance of Form I-20 which is the main document required to apply for a visa to study in the U.S. For the issuance of an I-20, students are required to submit the following documents:

• Copy of identification page of passport
• Certificate of Finances
• After verification of the above documents, the students will be issued the I-20.
• After receiving the I-20, students must pay the SEVIS fee on the student’s SEVIS ID printed on I-20.
• A copy of the online fee payment receipt must be carried to the interview as well as while traveling to the U.S.
• International applicants can apply for an F-1 or J-1 type visa and schedule an interview by visiting the U.S. Embassy website in the applicant’s home country.
• The following documents must be carried at the time of the interview:
  • Copy of Passport (must be valid for at least 6 months)
  • Original Form I-20
  • Acceptance letter from Drake University
  • Receipt of SEVIS fee payment
  • Proof of sufficient funding
  • Evidence of return to your home country after completing the program
• It is advised that students must keep their passports and I-20 valid at all times.