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Iona College Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

New Rochelle, New YorkLocation

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Estd1940established year

3792enrollment

Private (Not for Profit)

7.5/10

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Iona College is a leniently competitive university with an acceptance rate of 84.1%. In the recent academic year, Iona College saw an enrollment of about 3,590 total students out of which 2,959 were undergraduate students and 631 graduate students from more than 40 countries. Iona College offers programs in 40 undergraduate major, 40 minors and more than 30 graduate programs.

Iona College accepts applications and accepts international students in the fall and spring sessions. However, for PG programs students are enrolled in five terms for School of Business and in four terms for School of Arts & Science classes.

To get admission in Iona College, internationa applicants are required to have an exceptional academic background with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and TOEFL iBT score of 80. Due to COVID-19, Iona College has opted to be test-optional, which means that SAT or ACT scores are not required to be admitted to the college.

Highlights

Admission portal	Online
Application fee	Non-refundable 50 USD
Acceptance rate	84.1%
Average Grade Point Average	3.0 GPA
Mode of payment	E-check, Master Card, American Express, Discover, Visa
Academic calendar	Semester based
Intake sessions	Fall, Spring
Financial aid	Available: work-study, loans, grants, scholarships
Retention rate	68%

Admission Deadlines

Students are recommended to follow the deadlines and start their admission process well before time to ensure a smooth application process and enough time for visa procedures. Some courses in the College have rolling admissions but the following are general admission deadlines:

Decision	Deadline
Early Decision	December 1
Regular Decision	February 15

International Student Admissions

Iona College accepts international students provided they have completed their application within the deadlines and submitted the additional documents required. As applying to another country can be a tedious task, it is recommended to give at least 6 months to start applying for your college. Students can contact the admissions office for any queries in this regard.

Admission Portal: Online
Basic Admission Requirements:

Complete application
Official High School Transcripts
Relevant Test Scores (SAT & ACT optional)
Copy of Passport
Evaluation of international credentials
Resume
Application of I-20
Proof of finances for one year
- Graduate Arts & sciences Studies: USD 41,824
- Graduate Business Studies: USD 55,287
- Undergraduate Studies: USD 61,388

English Proficiency Test Scores

Test	Minimum Requirement
TOEFL iBT	80
TOEFL PBT	550
TOEFL CBT	213
IELTS	6.5 or higher

Visa process for international students

The students will be required to be accepted in the University before they can be given the Form I-20 to obtain their visa to study in the USA, which will be given within 2 weeks of apply. The applicants are required to submit a number of documents in order to apply for the F-1 visa. Once the applicants receive the I-20 form, they must schedule the visa interview with the nearby U.S. consulat.The list of the required documents is mentioned below:

Financial Affidavit of Support
Passport valid for at least 6 months
Form I-20
Acceptance Letter
I-901 receipts
Proof of funding (updates bank details)
Proof of return to your home country after the program
A question to be prepared for: WHY chose Iona College
SEVIS Fee of USD 350

Iona College Undergraduate Admissions

Iona College offers about 50 UG programs and more than 40 minors for international students. The students applying for such programs are encouraged to take college prep courses in high school.

Admission portal: Common Application
Admission requirements

Complete application
SAT or ACT Scores
Core subject requirements: English, Maths- 4 Units; Natural Sciences & Social Sciences- 3 Units; Foreign Language- 2 Units
GPA- 3.0
Personal Statement
Letters of Recommendation

Iona College Graduate Admissions

Iona College offers more than 30 graduate programs of study through the School of Arts & Science and the LaPenta School of Business. Letters of recommendation play a huge role and can give an applicant a boost in his application even with an average score sheet.

Admission Portal: Online Application
Admission Intakes:

School of Business- Fall (end of August), Winter, (late November); Spring (late February) and two Summer sessions.
School of Arts & Science- Fall (end of August), Spring (January), and two summer sessions.

Basic Application Requirements:

Official Transcripts
Evaluation of international credentials
Proof of Language Proficiency

Tabulated below are the course-specific requirement of some of the popular graduate programs:

Requirements	MBA	MS FINANCE	Computer Science	MS in Criminal Justices	MS in Public Relations
Transcripts	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
Minimum GPA	3.25	N/A	N/A	3.0	2.6
GMAT/GRE	GMAT required if below 3.25 GPA	GRE required	Not required	GRE Required if below 3.0 GPA	GRE required if GPA between 2.6 and 2.95
Essay	Not required	Required	Not required	Not required	Not required
Work Experience	Recommended	Recommended	Not required	Not required	Not required
Professional CV or Resume	Required	Not required	Required	Required	Required
Letter of recommendation	1	2	2	2	2
Interview	Not required	Required	Not required	Not required	Not required

The students applying must make sure that they have the required minimum requirements before applying. Students going for an interview are advised to ask questions, prepare for questions that could be anticipated, wear appropriate clothes, arrive on time or early. Following up with a thank you note via email also leaves a lasting impression.

The University takes into consideration multiple factors such as your curriculum, ranks, GPA, profile, relevant test scores, letters of recommendations, work experiences, extra-curricular activities showing leadership qualities, so on and so forth.

The University is selective therefore, it is recommended that students take college prep courses in their high school to have an edge.It is important that you showcase your skills through your personal essay, add any extracurriculars in your resume so as to stand out. Students will receive an email regarding their decision and an I-20 form within 2 weeks of applying

FAQs

Ques. How many copies of my transcripts do I need to submit for my application at Iona College?

Ans. You are required to submit only one official copy to Iona College, which must either be received in a sealed envelope or via email from the institution.

Ques. How many letters of recommendation do I need to submit for my application at Iona College?

Ans. Most programs require two letters of recommendation at Iona College unless specified otherwise. Recommenders may use the Graduate Recommendation Form instead if they prefer so.

Ques. Advice on my personal statement to be submitted during the application process of Iona College?

Ans. A personal statement to be submitted to Iona College should tell the Admissions that the application does not. This can include a rationale to pursue a particular course, field or program; explanation of something during your previous education, etc. It must not go beyond 2 pages.

Ques. Is there any additional documentation required for international applicants at Iona College?

Ans. International Students applying to Iona College are also required to submit a transcript evaluation along with their transcripts from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, TOEFL test scores or IELTS test scores, visa details, and proof of sufficient funds.

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They were closer by than other schools with a similar program; and a small knit community. I liked the idea of completing an internship and a thesis before completing graduate school and entering the workforce.

Scholarship:

I receive federal aid, as well as a scholarship for my overall GPA. That scholarship was awarded to me when I applied to the school as a senior in my undergraduate institution.

academic: 8/10

faculty: 8/10

infrastructure: 8/10

accomodation: 8/10

placement: 8/10

extracurricular: 5/10

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