<p>Uhm I've seen that's assured admission for freshman students..does this apply also to International Freshmen Student?
And, what about housing? I didn't really understand that.. is there only a dorm for everyone?
Plus, how's Dallas as a city? is it big? crime rate? is there something to do?</p>
<p>thank you!</p>
<p>There are many cash-starved u.s. universities which warmly welcome full-paying int’l students</p>
<p>uhm yes…
I was referring to UT Dallas. In the site there’s written that student with a SAT of 1200 have guaranteed admission.
I was asking if this is true also for international students.</p>
<p>Just curious. Since u are int’l and have the entire world to choose from and have never seen dallas, why UT Dallas? It’s not a school that immediately pops to mind.</p>
<p>yeah, I know. It’s because I want to major in Cognitive Science, and there are very few schools around the world that has Cog Sci!
Why?</p>
<p>ssured Admission Criteria for First-time Freshman</p>
<p>Students graduating in good standing from an accredited high school who have completed the full Texas recommended college-track high school curriculum and who have academic records meeting one of the following criteria will be admitted to UT Dallas:</p>
<p>An SAT score of 1200 (combined math and critical reading) or higher
or
A composite ACT score of 26 or greater
<strong>Class rank only counts if you are in the State of Texas</strong></p>
<p>Additional Requirements for International Freshmen ONLY</p>
<p>English proficiency is required for all international student applicants from non-native English speaking countries. The English proficiency requirement can be waived for students from countries whose government language is English and whose education has been in English.</p>
<p>Official, approved test scores and minimum scores are accepted from the following testing agencies:</p>
<p>80 TOEFL iBT (Internet Based)
550 TOEFL (Paper Based)
6.5 IELTS<br>
67 PTE<br>
Pass English 112 ELS Language Centers</p>
<p>Scores must be less than two years old. To be considered official, test scores must be sent directly from the testing agency, either electronically or delivered in an unopened envelope that has been sealed by the testing agency.</p>
<p>Provide official, attested photocopies or certified copies of all high school transcripts, mark sheets or examination certificates showing the completion of U.S. 9th–12th grade graduation equivalent and grades/marks earned. Submit an official copy of final examinations taken at the end of the secondary school program, such as GCE ordinary-level and advanced-level examinations, school leaving certificates and matriculation exams.</p>
<p>The international acceptable academic document reference sheet may assist in identifying required documents by country of origin.</p>
<p>If your documents are issued in your country’s official language, you must submit an English translation of your academic documents. The translations must be from either the academic institution or from a certified translation company.</p>
<p>Pay the $50 non-refundable international credential fee (for applicants with transcripts or other international academic credentials from international institutions).</p>
<p>uhm yeah, I looked at that. It’s just I don’t understand if I am eligible for Assured Admission if I have a +1200 SAT.
Does this apply to international students too? </p>
<p>Plus, another question got in my mind: is UTD a, uhm like, normal college? Like, does it has the college life every other has? Or, since it is mostly a commuter college, it is different or “boring” somewhat?</p>
<p>On another part of the website it is stated like this:
Assured Admission Criteria
Students who attended an accredited Texas public high school, successfully completed the Recommended or Advanced High School Program, are assured admission if they obtained:</p>
<p>An SAT score of 1200 (combined math and critical reading) or higher,
Or</p>
<p>A composite ACT score of 26 or greater.
Or</p>
<p>A class rank in the top 15% of their high school class</p>
<p>You can contact the school for their policies regarding international students.</p>
<p>Does this apply to international students too? Yes, but only for ACT/SAT scores. Class rank or GPA will not be a factor.</p>
<p>is UTD a, uhm like, normal college? Like, does it has the college life every other has? Or, since it is mostly a commuter college, it is different or “boring” somewhat? UTD is an academically focused college, no football team. Nerdy and proud of it! Tons of stuff to do on campus and around town. </p>
<p>Yup, my school doesn’t have ranks or GPA!
I’ll contact them ASAP anyway.</p>
<p>Is there somewhere online the percentage of people that get housing on capus? (out of the people that apply, obviusly) The think is that as and international (and other problems too) I prefer to live on campus, I want to make sure I get the spot!</p>
<p>UTD freshman housing is not an issue before April/may. Freshman admission decisions for Fall 2015 will start sometime in late Nov/Dec 2014 if you apply in Sept/Oct 2014. If admitted, complete housing application when it opens in Feb/March 2015. </p>
<p>Telephone is your friend. Pick it up and call the school.</p>
<p>Thank you so much - everyone!
I will write an e-mail to the UTD too - just to be sure. Thanks!</p>
<p>You should know that UT-Dallas is not located in the city of Dallas (huge metro area), but in Richardson, an outer suburb of Dallas. It is a safe, suburban area. UTD students can get free passes for Dallas public transportation (rail, and bus) if you want to explore the downtown area. There is a lot to see/do in Dallas, but not much in Richardson. UTD also provides shuttles from campus to local shopping centers.</p>
<p>Uh - Thanks for the info!
What if I want to go to, let’s say, a concert in Dallas - will I be able to come back to the campus with public transportations/shuttles? Like at night.</p>
<p>I don’t know–but you can look up routes and schedules here:
<a href=“http://www.dart.org/”>http://www.dart.org/</a></p>