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Requirements
Country Requirements
The University of Arizona recognizes that educational systems are different across the world. Review the required secondary school certifications, grades, and degrees needed for undergraduate admission by selecting from the list below. Graduate information can be found at https://grad.arizona.edu/catalog/intladmissionsreqs.
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Nigeria
Undergraduate
Transcripts
Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts or self-reported grades may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts, exam results, or certificates are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.
Admission Criteria
Strong applicants will have a minimum recalculated grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.
Proof of English Proficiency
No proof of English proficiency needed.
Local Curriculum Grade Equivalency
| CURRICULUM | 3.0 GPA EQUIVALENT |
|---|---|
| West Africa Senior School Certificate (WASSC) from WAEC. Exam Results must be sent using https://www.waec.org/access. View sending instructions here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89qBXQcxJhg. | C5 |
| Senior School Certificate from NECO with TOKEN | C5 |
| Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) | https://international-admissions.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-g… |
| NECO with TOKEN | Institution Reference Number: 10280138604 |
Graduate
Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)
4 year first degree, a bachelor or professional title
Proof of English Proficiency
No