Bradley University Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Bradley University Admission Deadlines 

All the application periods at Bradley University follow a rolling admission procedure. Although the decisions are made throughout the admission cycle, the university encourages students to apply as early as possible. Students applying early get an early access to the financial aid awards within two weeks of admission, earlier look at summer orientation dates and housing opportunities. Below are the application deadlines of Bradley University:

Bradley University International Admission

The international students have to fulfill the following requirements to ensure their application is processed:

• Directly sent official transcripts from the office (usually to the registrar) of the last attended institution
• Transcripts which are not in English must be supported with official English translation
• Official test scores of different standardized exams required to study in US wherever required
• TOEFL or IELTS scores for students hailing from non-native English speaking countries.
• Passport ID pages
• Resume of students seeking assistantships
• Two letters of recommendation and a specific letter of recommendation mentioned in a few courses
• Financial Certification for F-1 students that includes
  • A notarized affidavit of support from the financial sponsor stating that the sponsor will provide the required amount of sum every year until the course is complete.
  • Official bank statement

US Visa Process for International Students

All international students require an F-1 or J-1 student visa to study at Bradley University. Following is the procedure to fulfill visa requirements:

• International Students must receive an I-20 Form or DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility from Bradley University before applying for a Visa
• Bradley University will mail the I-20 after receiving Affidavit of support or other financial documents
• After receiving the I-20, the student must pay the SEVIS I-901 fee ($200). This is a necessary procedure to schedule the visa appointment.
• Schedule an appointment to apply for the F-1 visa at the nearest US consulate or embassy.

English Proficiency Test Requirements

Bradley University admission requires evidence of English language proficiency for candidates with non-English primary language. In view of the Covid-19 pandemic, Bradley University is accepting an ‘at home’ version of TOEFL and IELTS (indicator) tests. Following are the english proficiency test score requirements for admission to Bradley University:

Bradley University Admission to Graduate Courses 

The graduate programs at Bradley University are offered to the students holding a bachelor degree from a regionally accredited university or college. Applicants from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh need to submit a mark sheet of all semesters. For university exams, transcripts made by the university are accepted and college transcripts are not accepted.

Where to apply: Common application and University graduate application portal.

Application fee: Non-refundable 50 USD (3,600 INR).

Application requirements: The admission requirements for the F1 graduate students are listed below:

• Application fee should be paid by credit card.
• Admission essays.
• LOR.
• Resume.
• Official standardized test scores like GRE, GMAT and MAT.
• Transcripts, marksheets and proof of degree.
• English language proficiency test scores:
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT score: 79
  • PTE: 58.

Here are the top programs offered by Bradley University along with the admission requirements:

Bradley University is renowned for programs across engineering, business and health professions. Students get the opportunity to get selected on a first-come-first-serve basis through the early application. The lightly selective rolling admission policy attracts international students with a decent GPA to enroll at any point of time at their convenience.