International Applicants

As an international, missionary or third culture student, you are a valuable part of our Gordon community. We care about you and will do all we can to help you adjust to a new culture and to your life as a college student. If you are unsure if you are considered an international student, click here for more information.

	Apply
	Scheduling an interview Your interview may be conducted by phone or Skype. The Gordon interview gives us a chance to get to know you better. To schedule an interview, email your admissions counselor with two dates and times that would be convenient for you. Please use Eastern Standard Time when communicating your preferred date and time. We’re looking forward to meeting you!
	As an international applicant, you do not need to pay the $50 application fee.
	Send us your references: Christian Faith Reference This should be completed by someone who knows you personally and spiritually, usually a minister, pastor or youth director (but not a family member). Academic Reference Fill out the top of the form and then give the bottom of the form to either your guidance counselor or a teacher to fill out and mail in.
	Mail us your scores: Your official academic records These must be received from all secondary school(s) as well as all records from universities attended if applying as a university transfer student; transcripts must be in English and be converted to the U.S. grading scale using WES or AACRAO. Your SAT 1, ACT with Writing, or TOEFL results.
	Send us your financial information Certification of Finance Form (CSS Profile) International Student Finance Form

All application materials may be emailed to Caroline Dixon.

REQUIREMENTS FOR MUSIC AND VISUAL ARTS MAJORS

Music Majors
An audition is required in addition to the regular admission requirements. Arrangements can be made through the Admissions Office or by contacting the Music Department.

Art Majors
A portfolio submission is required in addition to the regular admission requirements for all students declaring an art major or minor. Applicants are also required to schedule a personal interview or portfolio review with a department member by calling the Art Department at 978.927.4822. Additionally, you must apply for admission to Gordon prior to submitting a portfolio for review.

Visit the Portfolio Guidelines page for more information.

INFORMATION FOR NONMATRICULATING STUDENTS
If you are a nondegree student either seeking academic credit or not seeking academic credit, please submit the following admissions requirements: 

• Application
• $50 nonrefundable application fee
• High school transcript or other evidence of completion of high school graduation requirements.
   

CONTACT:

Caroline Dixon Senior Admissions Counselor for International and Patriot Applicants p: 866.464.6736 e: caroline.d@gordon.edu