International Applicants: Checklist - Graduate Applicant
In addition to your application, the information requested below must be submitted to complete the application process.
Select forms are downloadable from the Admissions website, International menu under Requirements.
Send all documents to this address:
Admissions Office
Cal Poly
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0031
U.S.A
Submit your application for admission with your $55.00 (USD) application filing fee.
Transcripts
All official transcripts must be submitted in the native language and accompanied by a certified English translation with the translator certified by one of the following:
- Institute for International Education (IIE)
- AmidEast
- Saudi Arabian Education Mission
- United States embassy or consulate
Following receipt of your transcripts, an independent evaluation may be required of your international credentials. Details may be viewed on your "To-Do" list on the Cal Poly Portal or navigate directly to "International Academic Evaluations"
Have your official transcripts from all schools attended since secondary school, showing all coursework and any certificates or degrees received sent directly from the institution.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
Cal Poly's institution code is 4038
- TOEFL:
- Taken within the last 2 years with a minimum score of 550 (paper version), 213 (computerized version), or 80 (internet based).
- IELTS:
- Minimum score of 6.0, though individual programs may require higher scores; applicants are advised to review program specific information.
- TOEFL or IELTS requirement waived for the following countries: Antigua
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Barbuda
Belize
Canada (except Quebec)
Gambia
Ghana
Grenada
Guyana
Ireland
JamaicaKenya
Liberia
Mauritius
New Zealand
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
South AfricaSt. Lucia
Trinidad & Tobago
Uganda
United Kingdom
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Financial Responsibility
Print this "Financial Responsility" form for your financial sponsor to sign.
Banking Statement
Submit a current banking statement in English verifying the amount of funds in U.S. dollars to support your educational expenses (must show minimum of $36,000.00 USD).
Note: Verified scholarships, fellowships, stipends, or grants may used to substitute for part of the required amount.
Spouse/Dependent Declaration
Print and submit this form if you will have a spouse and/or dependents who must travel with you to the United States during your course of study.
