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Admission Requirements
To Apply
To begin the application process, simply click the application link found in your initial communication from HMS. You will fill out the application form, upload supporting documents, and submit it for final review. There is no application fee.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 2 weeks before the program start date if you are already in the US with a valid visa. Otherwise, the application deadline is 2 months before the program start date. The university reserves the right to stop accepting applications at any time should classes reach capacity.
Upload the following documents with your application form
Application Form
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Complete the application form by clicking the personalized application link in your initial communication.
Degree Certificates and Transcripts
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Include all university transcripts. The degree conferral date must appear on all USA transcripts where a degree was earned. If the qualifying degree was earned outside of the US, submit a foreign transcript evaluation from a NACES member organization listed HERE.
Two Letters of Recommendation
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Letters accepted from academic and professional sources. Letters must be written and signed by the recommenders themselves in their own words. This requirement can be waived if a qualifying degree has been earned in the US.
Professional Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Proof of English Proficiency
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IELTS (6.5) with a minimum writing subscore of 6 or TOEFL IBT (79) with a minimum writing subscore of 20 or DuoLingo (105) with a minimum subscore of 100 or PTE-A (52) with a minimum subscore of 50. Test scores cannot be more than 2 years old. Not required if you have earned a qualifying degree in the US or your foreign transcript indicates that the mode of instruction was English.
Passport
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Individuals already in the USA must also include copies of their visa, most recent I-20, and I-94.
Bank Statement
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Upload a bank statement showing $26,000 in financial support. Pay stubs cannot be used as proof of financial support.
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Believe, Belong, Become:
Be Yourself at BenU
At Benedictine University, we inspire you to believe in your potential, belong to a vibrant and supportive community, and become the best version of yourself. Our education fosters personal growth, academic excellence, and a balanced, spiritually rich life, guiding you on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Embrace your future with confidence and purpose at BenU.
Additional Resources for International Students
Accreditation
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Benedictine University is an accredited Catholic university, recognized by the Higher Learning Commission and the Illinois State Board of Education. Learn about the university's accreditation here.
Refer a friend! Receive $500 for each referred international student who enrolls and attends classes at an HMS partner institution.
HMS is an exclusive partner of Benedictine University, managing all graduate applications and assisting prospective students through the application process. Please direct all program and application questions to HMS@ben.edu