Graduate Admissions
International candidates have the opportunity to pursue a graduate degree in our College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, or College of Engineering. Professional degrees are offered through our College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and School of Law.
Entry Points for Admission
Western New England University has a "rolling" admissions policy, not a set admission deadline, which gives students greater flexibility in applying. Admission decisions are typically released within three weeks of your application being complete. The University urges prospective international students to apply as early as possible in relation to the anticipated start date to ensure sufficient time to process all of the necessary paperwork for purposes of a student visa.
| Program | Application Deadline |
Entry Points |
| Master's Programs in Engineering | Rolling | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| PhD in Engineering Management | Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after January 15 |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis |
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after February 1 |
Fall |
| PhD in Behavior Analysis | January 15* | Fall |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) (online) |
Rolling | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Master of Science in Accounting (online) | Rolling | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (online) |
Rolling | Fall, Spring, Summer |
*Applications received after a specified deadline will be considered on a case-by-case basis and processed on a "rolling" basis.
Application Process— Graduate International Students
The following items must be received before the Admissions Office will be able to review your application:
- A copy of your official transcripts in English submitted directly by the institutions or in envelopes sealed by them.
- Proof of English proficiency. To see all the ways to meet this requirement, click here.
How to Apply & Requirements
The academic requirements and required application materials will vary based on the College and the major to which you are applying. The application for admission will provide further details. Learn more about our admissions requirements.
I-20 and Visa Information
Upon acceptance to the University, we will issue an I-20 form. The I-20 will be mailed to the student's permanent address as listed on the admissions application. The Admissions Office should be notified if you move or change your address during the enrollment process. For the full I-20 policy click here.You will need the I-20 in order to obtain an F-1 visa. For more information about the visa process, please visit the Bureau of Consular Affairs. It is also advised that you utilize the EducationUSA center in your home country.
Typical Academic Calendar
Graduate courses are primarily offered during the 11-week term. During the year, four terms are offered for graduate studies - fall (September), winter (January), spring (April), and summer (July). International students typically begin their studies at the start of either the summer or fall terms. For a detailed overview of each of the Academic Calendars, click here. In order to maintain eligibility for purposes of a student visa, international students must be enrolled in at least 18 credits over the four terms (6 courses).