International students whose first language is not English must take an English proficiency placement test administered by the Department of English before registrations are approved by the Office of Graduate Studies. Depending on the results of the examination, the international student may be required to complete additional English courses to gain certification status. Apart from the English proficiency requirement, international students function in graduate programs on the same basis as their U.S. counterparts. An assignment to a teaching assistantship will depend on the results of the English proficiency exam and/or the results of participation in the International Teaching Assistants workshop. All international students are encouraged to maintain a close liaison with International Student and Scholar Office, 1100 Seaton Hall, Suite 201, City Campus, at telephone number 402-472-2875.
English Proficiency Requirements. International students whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate abilities to undertake advanced academic work in an English-speaking institution. Exemptions for the English proficiency requirement are granted for non-native speakers who have received a bachelor's or more advanced degree either from an accredited U.S. institution or from a university outside the U.S. at which English is the official language of instruction. Further specifics regarding English Proficiency requirements, beyond requirements for admission, are provided by the Office of Graduate Studies, including details regarding the English Proficiency testing.