达特茅斯 International FAQs

•   If I attend a secondary school outside of the United States, do I need to file a different or separate application?

No, all applicants to Dartmouth use the Common Application.

•   As an international student, do I have to submit the standardized testing required of U.S. applicants?

Yes, the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT and two different SAT Subject Tests are required of all applicants to Dartmouth. The College Board or the ACT can provide you with dates and test centers in your country.

•   If English is not my first language, am I required to submit the TOEFL or IELTS?

If your first language is not English, you are required to take either the TOEFL or IELTS. If you attend an English-speaking school, then we will waive the TOEFL/IELTS requirement. The vast majority of students admitted to Dartmouth score better than a 100 on the TOEFL exam, or better than 7 on IELTS.If you are a transfer applicant currently attending an English-language academic program and your TOEFL score has expired, you don’t need to take the exam again.

•   What if my country or school has a different grading system than the U.S.?

We measure academic success by examining your academic record within your school's grading system. Dartmouth admissions officers are familiar with a variety of international grading systems.

•   If I am an American citizen who currently attends school abroad, should I apply to Dartmouth as an International Student?

Yes, you should apply as an International Student. In the Secondary School Report, your counselor will provide information about the primary language of instruction and programs offered at your school (A-levels, Abitur, etc.).

•   Can you read recommendations written in languages other than English?

We suggest that recommendations be translated to English before they are submitted, and that the translator sign and date all such documents. Translations are verified once the documents have been submitted.