Admissions 
If you wish to be an exchange student at Tennessee Tech first check to see if your institution has an agreement with Tennessee Tech. Many institutions are affiliated with Magellan and ISEP or we have a one-to-one exchange agreement. At present, Tennessee Tech has one-on-one agreements with schools in Korea, Japan, Sweden, Germany, Egypt, Brazil, Austria, and the Ukraine.
Admissions Requirements for Exchange Students Attending Tennessee Tech
This is your online application guide. The steps below explain the application process. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of International Student Affairs.
Step 1 - Apply for Admissions
Complete an International Undergraduate Student Application (PDF) for admissions or APPLY ONLINE. Candidates for admission to the university are encouraged to complete an application as early as possible.
Step 2 - Request Official Transcripts
Submit originals or certified copies of all marked sheets, transcripts, diplomas and certificates from high school or other academic institutions. Official translations must be provided when originals are not in English.
TTU requires students with transfer course work from abroad to have their transcripts submitted to www.wes.org to have your transcripts translated/evaluated.
If transfer credit is required, a course description of each class must accompany the transcripts before the student will be admitted to TTU.
The Office of International Student Affairs DOES NOT evaluate transfer credits for incoming student. The evaluation is completed by the department of your major. Please contact the department to see the status of your transfer evaluation.
Hand-delivered transcripts or faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official for admission purposes, WES will not accept transcript sent from government agencies or students, they must come directly from your institute abroad.
Step 3- Affidavit of Support and Passport
All international applicants are required to submit adequate evidence of financial support to cover the cost of attendance for at least one full year of studies at TTU before the Certificate of Acceptance to the university is mailed. Permanent residents are not required to provide this for admissions.
Students requesting a SEVIS I-20 or DS2019 are required by Federal law to submit financial verification to be issued the documents. The estimated amount required for issuance of the I-20/DS2019 is $24,500 U.S. dollars. You will take the I-20/DS2019 and apply for your F-1 or J-1 visa in your country. Be sure to pay the SEVIS fee prior to your visa appointment; go to http://www.fmjfee.com to pay the $100 SEVIS fee online.
Students already in the USA, who have a student visa, must submit copies of your passport, I-20, I-94 and visa.
Step 4 - Submit Proof English Language Proficiency
Exchange students may submit documentation to their school coordinator to verify proof of English proficiency.
Any of the following will be accepted:
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Official Test Score Reports Required for Admission to TTU |
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All International Students |
Score at least |
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TOEFL- Test of English as a Foreign Language |
500-paper-based |
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IELTS – International English Language Testing System |
5.5 |
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2 A grade (College or Junior College Level) |
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TOEIC- Test of English for International Communication |
580 |
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Level O |
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Two Semesters or three quarters of college-level English composition from an accredited college or university |
C grade or better |
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English 19 |
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Verbal 460 |
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*Note: TTU offers provisional admissions to applicants who meet the academic and financial requirements but whose English language proficiency does not meet the levels for regular admissions. Provisionally admitted students must take an English Language Center placement test upon arrival at TTU to assess their need for additional language instruction in ESL 1010 or ESL 1020 and correct the deficiency within one calendar year. English Language courses, taught through the ESL department, will likely delay the start of a student's academic program. You may also be asked to take the COMPASS math, reading and writing test in Academic Development before the semester begins. Click here for more information about English Placement Requirements. |
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Step 5- Complete Health Forms
Two forms must be completed and submitted to Health Services before a student can enroll:
- Student Health Form (PDF)
- Meningitis/Hepatitis Form (PDF)
Step 6 - Submit All Materials
Send all materials and application fee to:
International Student Affairs
Tennessee Tech University
Box 5093
Cookeville, TN 38505 USA
Upon being admitted to the university, you will receive a letter congratulating you on your admittance. Your acceptance letter will also contain instructions on the next steps you need to take to become a full-time TTU student. Please review "Requirements for International Students on Arrival at TTU"
