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.

• IELTS – 6.0
• TOEFL – Paper Based 550
• TOEFL – Computer Based 213
• TOEFL – Internet based 79
• Manchester Exam (www.mexam.uk) – 380
• ELS – Completion of Intensive English Program Level 112
• DUOLINGO – 105

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.

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.

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All applications are reviewed thoroughly by the Committee on Admission. Some applications will be reviewed several times as part of our evaluation process. You 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 this link to log in to your application and check your status.

Ramapo College has received recognition and a number of awards for value and return on investment (ROI). These awards include Kiplinger’s “One of the Best 100 Values in Public Colleges” for ten years in a row, a ranking on payscale.com of 200 out of 1,312 colleges for overall college ROI, and “Best Bang for the Buck Colleges in the Northeast” by Washington Monthly College Guide and Rankings.

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 merit-based scholarships based on academic performance and their potential to become active members of our community. All aspects of a student’s 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.

Yes, according to U.S law, on-campus employment is the only legal employment for international students.