International Admissions

Students are required to disclose their full academic history and provide documentation from all attended institutions. Transcripts or GED scores must be delivered directly to us by the issuing institution. Transcripts uploaded through the Secure Upload Link or emailed will be considered unofficial.

Foreign Credential Evaluation

International applicants who have any educational experience outside the United States may be required to provide a Foreign Credential Evaluation. The evaluation must be certified by one of the Foreign Credential Evaluation Services (FCE) approved by Embry Riddle. A fee is charged for the translation service and must be paid by the applicant directly to the FCE. The evaluation must include: US degree equivalency, GPA and a copy of the foreign transcript.

High School Students: FCE is not needed for high school students, but may be requested if necessary.

Students with University Credit: A course-by-course FCE is required. Students who have taken less than 30 hours of college coursework must submit a high school transcript from all high schools attended.

We accept FCEs from the following agencies: 

• Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)
• International Education Evaluations (IEE)
• International Education Research Foundation (IERF)
• Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute (ACEI)
• Josef Silny & Associates
• World Education Services (WES)
• The Evaluation Company (TEC)
• Current Members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)

To be admitted into a degree program, international students who will not be graduating from an English educational system within the last two years, or for whom English is not the primary language, must submit Proof of English Proficiency. 

Test	Minimum Score
TOEFL iBT	79 (before Jan 21, 2026) 4 (after Jan 21, 2026)
TOEFL Essentials	8.5
IELTS	6.0
Duolingo	105
EIKEN	Pre-1
Cambridge	170
Pearson PTE Academic	59

Students scoring below the preferred score may be deferred for enrollment to our  Embry-Riddle Language Institute (ERLI). Admission to ERLI does not guarantee admission to an Embry Riddle degree program.

The following nations recognize English as an official language:

• Australia
• Canada (English-Speaking/Outside of Quebec)
• The Gambia
• Ghana
• Ireland
• Kenya
• Liberia
• New Zealand
• Nigeria
• Rwanda
• Sierra Leone
• South Africa
• Tanzania
• Uganda
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

UK/United Kingdom

• England
• Northern Ireland
• Scotland
• Wales

Commonwealth Caribbean

• Anguilla
• Antigua & Barbuda
• Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Bermuda
• British Virgin Islands
• Cayman Islands
• Dominica
• Grenada
• Guyana
• Jamaica
• Montserrat
• St. Kitts & Nevis
• St. Lucia
• St. Vincent & the Grenadines
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Turks and Caicos Islands

There are some cases in which the English proficiency requirement will be waived including:

• The student attended an American or International school for a minimum of two years where the primary language of instruction is English.
• The student attended a U.S. high school and took mainstream English courses for a minimum of two years.
• The student completed an IB (International Baccalaureate) English course of one year in length.
• The student attended a U.S. college or university and has completed two college-level English courses with a grade “C” or better. It is recommended one of the courses be equivalent to our COM 122 English Composition course.
• The student has recommendation from Embry-Riddle’s Language Institute (ERLI).

Embry-Riddle reserves the right to require proof of English proficiency, depending on an applicant’s individual circumstances.

• Letters of Recommendation: We suggest you submit two letters of recommendation. Letters from your teachers, employers or a community leader can address areas of your background which are not always evident in your academic record.
• Essay: We do not require an essay and therefore do not provide a specific prompt. However, you are welcome to use this opportunity to share more about your passion for your intended program, highlight your journey or accomplishments, or discuss your future goals after college.
• Resume: If you participate in multiple extracurricular activities, submitting a resume can help us view an organized overview of your experiences and achievements.

SAT and/or ACT standardized test scores are optional for admission but are required for merit scholarship consideration for first-time incoming students. Any student with college credit will be reviewed for merit scholarship based on their transfer GPA and are not required to submit SAT and/or ACT standardized test scores.

Students are required to disclose their full academic history and provide documentation from all attended institutions. Transcripts must be delivered directly to us by the issuing institution. Transcripts uploaded through the Secure Upload Link or emailed will be considered unofficial.

Foreign Credential Evaluation

International applicants who have any educational experience outside the United States may be required to provide a Foreign Credential Evaluation. The evaluation must be certified by one of the Foreign Credential Evaluation Services (FCE) approved by Embry Riddle. A fee is charged for the translation service and must be paid by the applicant directly to the FCE. The evaluation must include: US degree equivalency, GPA and a copy of the foreign transcript.

We accept FCEs from the following agencies:

• Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)
• International Education Evaluations (IEE)
• International Education Research Foundation (IERF)
• Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute (ACEI)
• Josef Silny & Associates
• World Education Services (WES)
• The Evaluation Company (TEC)
• Current Members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)

To be admitted into a degree program, international students who will not be graduating from an English educational system within the last two years, or for whom English is not the primary language, must submit Proof of English Proficiency. 

Test	Minimum Score
TOEFL iBT	79 (before Jan 21, 2026) 4 (after Jan 21, 2026)
TOEFL Essentials	8.5
IELTS	6.0
Duolingo	105
EIKEN	Pre-1
Cambridge	170
Pearson PTE Academic	59

Students scoring below the preferred score may be deferred for enrollment to our Embry Riddle Language Institute (ERLI). Admission to ERLI does not guarantee admission to an Embry Riddle degree program.

The following nations recognize English as an official language:

• Australia
• Canada (English-Speaking/Outside of Quebec)
• The Gambia
• Ghana
• Ireland
• Kenya
• Liberia
• New Zealand
• Nigeria
• Rwanda
• Sierra Leone
• South Africa
• Tanzania
• Uganda
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

UK/United Kingdom

• England
• Northern Ireland
• Scotland
• Wales

Commonwealth Caribbean

• Anguilla
• Antigua & Barbuda
• Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Bermuda
• British Virgin Islands
• Cayman Islands
• Dominica
• Grenada
• Guyana
• Jamaica
• Montserrat
• St. Kitts & Nevis
• St. Lucia
• St. Vincent & the Grenadines
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Turks and Caicos Islands

Embry-Riddle reserves the right to require proof of English proficiency, depending on an applicant’s individual circumstances. 

Three letters of recommendation are required. These should come from your current or former professors, employers, or a community leader who can speak to aspects of your background not always reflected in your academic record and provide insight into why you are a strong candidate for the graduate program. 

The statement of goals is an important part of your application. You should give your reasons for wishing to do graduate work in the field you have chosen, incorporating your interests and your background, as well as your long-term professional goals.

• Your statement of objectives (400–700 words) should outline your general interests, describe your background and experiences, and explain your long-term professional goals.
• Guiding questions:
  • What are your reasons for wanting to do graduate work in your chosen field of study at ERAU specifically?
  • What types of experience/education do you have that would make you a good candidate for the program?
  • How do you hope to use the degree in the future?

A current resume outlining your educational background and work experiences is required. Reference contacts are not required but may be included if you wish.

For those going through the F-1 student visa process:

1. Login to ERNIE and request your I-20
2. Use this guide to assist you with the I20 request on the VIA portal
3. It will take 5-7 business days for Embry-Riddle to process your I-20 request. Your I-20 will be delivered via email to your ERAU student email.
4. Remember to print, sign, and keep your I-20 safe.
5. Let us know when you secure a visa interview date and keep us updated throughout your process. Email your admissions counselor or printadm@erau.edu.

Students that are in the U.S. on a status that is not F-1, please inform your admissions counselor and submit documents supporting your current status.

Learn more about the visa and the I-20 Process

• Submit your $200 non-refundable tuition deposit. This amount is applied directly to the student’s account and will be credited toward tuition. Submitting your deposit in a timely manner will initiate important communications and will help you stay on track as you plan for your arrival. It also guarantees your place in the entering class.
• Submit your $300 housing deposit and contract. Dorm assignments will be conducted based on the date of the Housing deposit and contract submission. Please note that Housing will send out actual room assignments mid to late July (for fall semester), end of December (spring semester), or on an as-needed basis (summer semester).

Students must complete a Medical Report Form to be enrolled in classes at ERAU. Students who fail to comply will have a medical hold placed on their student account. Please act now to avoid disruptions in class attendance.

All students are required to have health insurance and ERAU health insurance will automatically be charged to your account. If you have insurance that meets the university’s standards, you may request to waive out. Learn more about our health insurance.

Questions on health requirements, including important immunization information, and insurance can be answered by Health & Wellness Services at (928)777-6653 or prwellnesscenter@erau.edu.

Review the Flight Department’s Pre-Arrival Checklist.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires registration of all international flight students. Your application for TSA clearance will be processed in person following Orientation, by appointment, with the TSA School Administrator, Rhonda Putes. In preparation for this application, bring your current passport an U.S.-issued visa to Orientation.

For assistance with this process or questions, please contact Rhonda Putes at 928-777-4323 or at cabal69e@erau.edu

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) is a federal law designed to protect the privacy of and limit access to student educational records. FERPA grants to students certain rights, privileges and protections relative to the identifiable information contained within their educational records maintained by the University.

Under FERPA, Embry-Riddle cannot share your academic or personal information with anyone other than you, unless you provide written consent. If you would like parents, family members, or other individuals to have access to your information and/or take care of tasks on your behalf, you must grant them auxiliary access permissions. A common example of when auxiliary access is helpful is if a family member needs to contact the Bursar’s Office to manage or make payments on your behalf.

Setting Up Auxiliary Access

• Create your ERNIE account, where you can monitor your Campus Solutions Student Center and ERAU email account.
• Take the ALEKS Placement Exam.
• Go to your ERNIE account to request your EagleCard.
• Opt into a Payment Plan, if needed.
• Check your ERNIE to-do list to ensure you complete all necessary tasks.

• Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Exam Credit
• Post-secondary/University Transfer Credit