{"id":65,"date":"2015-12-22T10:20:40","date_gmt":"2015-12-22T15:20:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/undergraduate\/?page_id=65"},"modified":"2024-10-21T12:08:18","modified_gmt":"2024-10-21T16:08:18","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/undergraduate\/international\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Below are some Frequently Asked Questions about the Admissions process. If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out to us by emailing\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:admissions@ramapo.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">admissions@ramapo.edu<\/a>\u00a0and we will be happy to assist you!<\/p>\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-4 col-md-12 btn-col\"><a title=\"Apply Now\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/admissions\/apply\/\">Apply Now <i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-4 col-md-12 btn-col\"><a title=\"Request More Information\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.ramapo.edu\/register\/?id=11d341fc-3e3e-47b5-a594-a5e398a714a7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Request More Information <i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-4 col-md-12 btn-col\"><a title=\"Interact\/Visit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Interact with Us\/Visit <i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"accordions\">\n<div class=\"item\"><p class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-plus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-minus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>  Can I study part-time as an international student?<\/p><div>\n<p>No, international students can not study part time. US immigration law requires that all international students on an F-1 visa must maintain full-time enrollment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><p class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-plus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-minus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span> Is Ramapo College test optional?<\/p><div>\n<div>Ramapo College is test-optional for all programs, except our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/catalog\/wp-getpage.php?p=pre-med-health\/\">\u00a0Articulation Programs<\/a>\u00a0(Biology\/Dental-LECOM, Biology\/Optometry-SUNY Optometry, Biology\/Osteopathy-LECOM, and Biology\/Pharmacy-LECOM). If you choose to submit an SAT or ACT score, please indicate that on your application. If you choose not to submit, we will review your application holistically using other documents and submitted materials.<br \/>\n<strong>Ramapo College SAT code 2884 \u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>Ramapo College ACT code 2591<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><p class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-plus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-minus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span> What standardized tests do international applicants need to take?<\/p><div>\n<div>Applicants must demonstrate fluency in English by submitting scores from a standardized test.\u00a0 Ramapo College will accept scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). All applications are considered for admission individually. Applicants should use the following guidelines for test results:<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>IELTS \u2013 6.0<\/li>\n<li>TOEFL \u2013 Paper Based 550<\/li>\n<li>TOEFL \u2013 Computer Based 213<\/li>\n<li>TOEFL \u2013 Internet based 79<\/li>\n<li><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/mexam.uk\/control\/assets\/images\/logos\/logo.png\" alt=\"logo\" width=\"40\" height=\"42\" \/> Manchester Exam (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mexam.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.mexam.uk&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1728136165632000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3HSroXVuBvc3tvvRRmrJiC\">www.mexam.uk<\/a>) &#8211; 380<\/li>\n<li>ELS \u2013 Completion of Intensive English Program Level 112<\/li>\n<li>DUOLINGO &#8211; 105<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ramapo College is test-optional for all programs, except for articulation programs. If you choose to submit an SAT or ACT score, please indicate that on your application. If you choose not to submit, we will review your application holistically using other documents and submitted materials.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><p class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-plus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-minus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>  Do you accept A-Level Examinations?<\/p><div>\n<p>Yes, degree credit is awarded for GCE Advanced Level examinations in select subjects with sufficient grades. We do not award credit for Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level or Ordinary (O) level exams or for grades below C.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><p class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-plus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-minus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>  When are the application deadlines? How and when can I check the status of my application?<\/p><div>\n<h4>When to Apply | Admissions &amp; Financial Aid Deadlines<\/h4>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-hover table-striped table-bordered\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><\/th>\n<th><b>Admissions Application Deadline<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Financial Aid: File FAFSA<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Notification of Admission Decision<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Enrollment Deadline<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\" nowrap=\"nowrap\">Early Decision<\/td>\n<td>November 1<\/td>\n<td>March 15<\/td>\n<td>December 5<\/td>\n<td>February 1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\" nowrap=\"nowrap\">Early Action<\/td>\n<td>December 15<\/td>\n<td>March 15<\/td>\n<td>February 1<\/td>\n<td>May 1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\" nowrap=\"nowrap\">Regular Decision<\/td>\n<td>February 1<\/td>\n<td>March 15<\/td>\n<td>March 1<\/td>\n<td>May 1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>All applications are reviewed thoroughly by the Committee on Admission. Some applications will be reviewed several times as part of our evaluation process.\u00a0You may check the status of your application any time by logging in to our system. You will be notified by email of any significant updates to your application status. You may use\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/apply.ramapo.edu\/apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/apply.ramapo.edu\/apply\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1598467280799000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFAD_L6bDwUXR-xC6T69tDNZPnY2w\">this link\u00a0<\/a>to log in to your application and check your status.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><p class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-plus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-minus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>  How much does Ramapo College cost?<\/p><div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/admissions\/financial-aid-tuition\/tuition-costs\/\">Ramapo College<\/a>\u00a0has received recognition and a number of awards for value and return on investment (ROI). These awards include\u00a0<em>Kiplinger\u2019s<\/em>\u00a0\u201cOne of the Best 100 Values in Public Colleges\u201d for ten years in a row, a ranking on payscale.com of 200 out of 1,312 colleges for overall college ROI, and \u201cBest Bang for the Buck Colleges in the Northeast\u201d by\u00a0<em>Washington Monthly College Guide and Rankings<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><p class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-plus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-minus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>  Are scholarships available for international students?<\/p><div>\n<p>International students who plan on living on campus will automatically receive a $4,000 Out-of-State Housing Grant. First-year applicants are considered for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/admissions\/financial-aid-tuition\/scholarships\/\">merit-based scholarships<\/a>\u00a0based on academic performance and their potential to become active members of our community. All aspects of a student\u2019s application are considered including extra-curricular activities, but limited funding and a large number of applications makes our scholarship awards highly competitive. A recommended GPA of 3.5 or higher is encouraged to be eligible for consideration, along with a rigorous HS course schedule.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\"><p class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-plus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-minus fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span> Can international students work on campus?<\/p><div>\n<p>Yes, according to U.S law, on-campus employment is the only legal employment for international students.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Below are some Frequently Asked Questions about the Admissions process. 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