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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Undergraduate
Transcripts
Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.
Admission Criteria
Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) 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.
Please note:
- Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
- Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.
Proof of English Proficiency
No proof of English proficiency needed.
Minimum Grade Requirement
| Acceptable Grading Scales * | Minimum Average Grade |
|---|---|
| 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. | C4 |
| Senior School Certificate from NECO with TOKEN | C4 |
| Secondary Education | 3 |
| Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) | https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales |
Graduate
Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)
4 year first degree, a bachelor or professional title
Proof of English Proficiency
NoContact your Enrollment Counselor
Elizabet Woche
Phone: +1 520-626-3327
Schedule Appointment: https://slate.admissions.arizona.edu/portal/intl1on1-elizabetwoche