Application Process
  

• First-Time Freshmen Students
• Transfer Students 
• International Students
• Graduate Students
• Common Application

First-Time Freshmen Students
Decisions are normally made within two days of receiving all application materials. Official notifications are sent therafter within one week. Candidates are encouraged to complete a college preparatory program in high school which includes English, math, social studies, natural science and foreign language courses

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	Application fee - free for those who apply on-line
	Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale - Please note that exceptions to this rule are considered on an individual basis
	ACT or SAT test scores
	Official high school transcripts
	Two letters of recommendation (at least one from a guidance counselor or teacher)
	Suggested high school coursework should include - 4 years of English - 3 years of math - 3 years of natural science (2 with lab component) - 3 years of history and/or social studies - 2 years of foreign language

Transfer Students
Transfer applications must include transcripts from all the institutions that you attended. If you have earned an Associate Degree from an accredited institution, high school transcripts are not required.

Complete information on transfer to Lake Erie College.

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	Application fee - free for those who apply on-line
	Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher - Calculated using all college coursework
	Two letters of recommendation
	Copy of high school diploma, high school transcripts, or GED certificate (proof of graduation)
	Official transcripts from ALL colleges and/or universities attended

International Students

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	Application fee - free for those who apply on-line
	Undergraduate TOEFL 550 (213 on computer-based test) or STEP Eiken 1st and Pre-1st Grade level (for Japanese students)
	Graduate TOEFL 590 (225 on the computer test).
	Certified documentation/ "Affidavit of Support” of funds to support student for one year - At least $20,000 (U.S.) - For education, transportation and maintenance - International Financial Aid Application - Certificate of Finances
	High School (secondary school) Transcripts/Documentation
	Certificates of Completion
	College or University Transcripts/Documentation if applicable

• The above documents must be submitted with English translations
  
• Application requirements must be satisfied before I-20 forms are issued

Graduate Students

	Application fee - free for those who apply on-line
	Official transcripts from undergraduate degree-granting college/university
	Official transcripts from any masters level work you have previously completed
	3 professional references (name ~ address ~ phone number)

• MBA Applicants should also submit a current resume.
• MSEd Applicants should submit a copy of teaching license or certificate.
   

Common Application
Candidates for first-time, transfer or international admission can complete the Common Application.

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