International Student Admissions - Wingate University We welcome applications from around the world. We are proud that our campus is home to students from over 63 countries. International students love our beautiful campus, engaged faculty, and opportunities to make American and international friends for life. We encourage you to explore our website and learn more about all the possibilities for you at Wingate. Need advice? Have a question about your next steps to becoming a Wingate student? Reach out to our international admissions team, at internationaladmissions@ wingate.edu or (704) 233-8107. Application for International Student Admissions Process Student Visa Information Required Proof of Funding for the Form I-20 English Proficiency Requirements About Wingate, North Carolina Application for International Student 1. Review the International undergraduate student admissions policy 2. Submit your application for admission to Wingate University. Expect a decision within two weeks once all requested application items have been received. 3. Have your official high school transcripts sent to internationaladmissions@wingate.edu from a school official (we will not accept transcripts sent to us from students). College transcripts will need to be evaluated, we recommend a course-by-course evaluation and the following evaluation companies: World Education Services, Inc. SpanTran for evaluation and University Language Services for translation. Note that translated and evaluated official final transcripts are also required for enrollment. 4. Submit official standardized test scores if applicable. 5. If admitted, complete the International Processing Form, and pay the $100 non-refundable international processing fee. Fall semester applications must be received no later than June 1. Spring applications must be received by Nov 1. 6. If admitted, a merit based scholarship will be offered. If additional financial aid is needed international student applications can submit the Alternative Financial Aid Application . Eligibility for additional aid is determined by the financial information you provide on the Alternative Financial Aid Application . Please submit the completed form and supporting documents to admitfrf@wingate.edu 7. Please note, international applicants must be at least 17 years of age by the first day of class in the semester in which the student intends to enroll. Undergraduate students wishing to live on campus, encompassing both residence halls and apartments, must be at least 17 years of age and not exceed 23 years of age before the first day of classes for the semester in which they intend to enroll. Wingate is a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school and is required to comply with federal regulations when admitting international students. All F and M visa students that study in the United States require a Form I-20, “Certificate for Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status.” This policy applies to both first-year international students and international students transferring from an international institution or another school in the United States. The following information is not required as part of your application for admission; however, it is required to be eligible for an I-20 in order to obtain a student visa if you are accepted and plan to enroll at Wingate University: 1. A PDF color photocopy of your passport (required for all applicants from outside of the U.S) emailed to internationaladmissions@ wingate.edu 2. Proof of English proficiency. International students may demonstrate English proficiency in the following ways: Have citizenship in a country where English is the official language and the language of instruction in higher education. Please see our list of exempt countries. Graduation from a high school, attending for a minimum of 3 years, at an international institution or American school where the primary language of instruction was completed in English. The institution must provide a signed letter or official transcript verifying courses were taught in English. All other international students seeking F1 visas must achieve a minimum required test score on at least one approved language proficiency exam/test. The scores must be from within the past 24 months at the time of application to Wingate. The approved exams/tests are as follows: a. Minimum SAT score of 450 on the Evidence-based Reading and Writing section b. Minimum ACT score of 17 on both the Reading and English sections c. Minimum TOEFL IBT score of 4 d. Minimum IELTS score of 5.5 - academic module e. Minimum Level 112 for ELS f.  Minimum Level 6 completed at ELTI at UNC Charlotte g. Minimum Duolingo English Test score of 100 Successfully complete 24 transferable hours at a US university or community college with a grade of C or better in English composition (e.g. English 100). 3. Payment of the $2,500 Enrollment & Tuition Deposit. The $300 enrollment deposit is non-refundable after May 1st for fall applicants and November 1st for spring applicants. The tuition deposit of $2,200 is non-refundable. These deposits must be paid together. They cannot be paid separately. 4. Complete Wingate's I-20 form and submit proof of funds with an original bank statement. (This link is provided to students via email once the documents listed above  have been received and the student's financial aid has been finalized by the Office of Financial Planning). Wingate reserves the right to request any documents that we deem necessary. Per federal guidelines Wingate University is required to keep all original documents. Please note that Wingate is unable to begin the I-20 process until after the $300 enrollment deposit and $2200 tuition deposit has been paid. It is recommended that all I-20 documentation be submitted by July 1 for Fall enrollment and November 1 for Spring Enrollment. TUITION DEPOSIT FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICANTS Effective January 1, 2024 Wingate University requires all admitted international student applicants to pay a non-refundable tuition deposit of $2,200 (USD). International students are those who require a F1 visa or have a current visa that allows study in the United States (H4, J2, etc.). Once an international student is admitted, the tuition deposit is paid, and the applicant has submitted all required documents to qualify for an I-20, Wingate University will issue the necessary immigration documents. The deposit will be noted on the Form I-20. We are currently experiencing a high volume of applicants, so please allow several weeks for processing. APPLYING DEPOSIT : Upon arriving at Wingate University, the student must complete the new student orientation and be fully enrolled in classes. The tuition deposit will then be applied to the student's account balance. DEPOSIT FORFEIT: Should the student not enroll at Wingate University, or transfer to or attend a different school, before or during the first semester of attendance at Wingate University, the tuition deposit will be forfeited. DEFERRAL: For those applicants who are admitted, but defer enrollment, Wingate University will hold the tuition deposit for up to one semester. Students must notify the undergraduate admissions office by the start of their initial application term to be considered for deferment. REFUND EXCEPTION: The tuition will only be refunded if the student is denied a visa (written proof is required). The tuition deposit will be returned (minus any processing fees). International students must provide financial evidence showing that they or a sponsor has sufficient funds to cover the cost of attendance for at least one year of study at Wingate University before we can issue the Certificate of Eligibility for Non-Immigrant Student Status (I-20) .  The I-20 is the form you will use to apply for a U.S. student visa. Most students need to show from $30,000 to $49,000 in available funding, depending on the scholarship amount per year. The amount a student needs to show for proof of funding will be communicated to them once their financial aid has been finalized with our Financial Planning Office. To see the US dollar conversion to your own currency, please use this link . Please note that this amount does not include any athletic scholarships that a student may receive. Wingate University offers generous merit-based scholarships for international students. These scholarships can range from  $15,000 – $30,500, but this is not guaranteed.  If a student is not able to submit evidence of financial stability, it is best to look elsewhere for his/her choice of study. We do not offer “full-ride” scholarships that cover tuition, fees, room, and board. Undergraduate: Full Cost of Attendance 2025-2026 To demonstrate proof of financial support, you must provide acceptable documentation from one or more of the following sources: Personal Funds: Recent bank statements in your name showing the account balance. Loans : Loan certificates or approval letters that: Clearly state your name Amount of approved loan 3. Private Sponsors (Including Parents ): You must submit all of the following: Sponsor's bank or financial statements A completed Financial Sponsor Form if the bank statement is not in your name Bank / Financial Statement Guidelines: Be one page Be printed on official bank letterhead Include the bank’s name Show the account holder’s name Clearly display: Account balance Currency (symbol or name) Indicate the account type (can also be listed on the Financial Sponsor Form) Be from a liquid account (e.g., checking or savings) Be dated within the past 6 months Be translated into English (unofficial translations are acceptable) Note : Screenshots of online statements are acceptable if all required information is visible. Helpful Tips: DO NOT submit lengthy statements with transaction history Submitting multiple accounts is acceptable Official bank letters must meet the same criteria as bank statements and include a signature or stamp from a bank official Statements from rural banks are NOT accepted IMPORTANT: The following types of funding are NOT accepted: Documents older than 6 months Income or salary statements Funds that are not immediately accessible Assets that are not in liquid form (house, car, etc.) Business bank accounts Life insurance policy statements Pension funds Retirement Accounts Tax return forms or documents Lines of credit Note about Payment of Tuition & Fees: All students will be expected to pay tuition, fees, room, and board by August 1st for the Fall semester and January 1st for the Spring semester.  Visit WinLINK Financials to find your Semester Statement.  Statements are published approximately 1 month before the semester due date. You will be able to log in once you have submitted your enrollment and tuition deposit and your Wingate email has been activated. Expect to pay the tuition for future semesters in advance of the next semester. It is possible to make monthly payments for your tuition and fees by enrolling in a monthly payment plan on WinLINK (Fall and Spring Semesters only). Enroll in the  Payment Plan before the semester due date. Enrollment opens the month prior to these scheduled due dates. For more information about student accounts, visit this page. Wingate is a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school and must comply with federal regulations when admitting international students. As part of these requirements, Wingate requires international students to demonstrate English proficiency as part of the enrollment process prior to the issuance of an I-20 immigration document. International first-year students may demonstrate English proficiency in the following ways: Have citizenship in a country where English is the official language and the language of instruction in higher education. Please see our list below of exempt countries. Graduation from a high school, attending for a minimum of 3 years, at an international institution or American school where the primary language of instruction was completed in English. The institution must provide a signed letter or official transcript verifying courses were taught in English. All other international students seeking F1 visas must achieve a minimum required test score on at least one approved language proficiency exam/test. The scores must be from within the past 24 months at the time of application to Wingate. The approved exams/tests are as follows: a. Minimum SAT score of 450 on the Evidence-based Reading and Writing section b. Minimum ACT score of 17 on both the Reading and English sections c. Minimum TOEFL IBT score of 70 d. Minimum IELTS score of 5.5 - academic module e. Minimum Level 112 for ELS f. Minimum Level 6 completed at ELTI at UNC Charlotte g. Minimum Duolingo English Test score of 100 International transfer students from US or international institutions may demonstrate English proficiency in the following ways: Have citizenship in a country where English is the official language and the language of instruction in higher education. Please see our list below of exempt countries. Successfully complete 24 transferable hours at a US university or community college with a grade of C or better in English composition (e.g. English 100). Wingate, North Carolina is a small rural town in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. Just a 30 minute drive from North Carolina's largest city, Charlotte. Charlotte boasts multiple professional sports arenas, Uptown shopping and dining and the Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Nestled in the middle of the state, Wingate has quick access to a weekend trip. The beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains or infamous Carolina Coast are both less than a 3-hour drive either direction. Explore the Town of Wingate Read about Wingate University's History Want to learn more about international student services once you are a student on campus? Check out the Office of International Programs! International Student Services Questions? (704) 233-8107 internationaladmissions@wingate.edu