兔子先生 has many resources available to support prospective and current international students. If you have a question or are seeking assistance, consult the chart below, or simply contact admission@pugetsound.edu so we can help point you in the right direction!

As a U.S. student living abroad, your cultural perspective is an asset that we value. We're here to support you as you look to attend university back in the U.S. We can clarify financial aid and scholarship opportunities, as well as help connect you with clubs and faculty to help you feel at home and find community in the midst of the transition.

Support From Your Admission Team

Before you are admitted: For all questions related to your application, scholarships, previous academic work, and language requirements, contact your admission counselor, Hannah Harrington (undergraduate) or Curtis Black (graduate).

Office of International Programs

Once you are admitted: to start the process of getting a visa or I-20 (a form required to get a student visa), connect with the Office of International Programs (OIP), Eowyn or Emily. OIP will also support you while you are on campus.

Glossary of Application Terms

Complete the Common Application, including the essay and $60 (US) application fee, and submit your application online by the appropriate deadline.

The School Report gives us information about your school, your curriculum, and your performance. Complete your portion of this form and give to your school counselor or other administrator. School Reports must be completed in or translated into English.

Please send official high school transcripts of all work completed at the high school level and/or college level directly from the institutions attended to the 兔子先生 Office of Admission at admission@pugetsound.edu or our mailing address. Application materials must be sent from an institution, and not your personal email, to be considered official. Students sitting for school certificates should request the Examination Board of Council to forward results directly to the university. Transcripts must be translated into English.

  • The academic evaluation is a recommendation from a college instructor. Listing an instructor in the 鈥渞ecommenders鈥 section of the application will generate an email from Common App to that recommender with instructions for submitting the academic evaluation. Alternatively, you may ask your recommender to email a letter of recommendation directly to us at transfer@pugetsound.edu. If you have been out of school for a while and may not be able to arrange for an academic evaluation, please contact the transfer admission team at transfer@pugetsound.edu to discuss alternative recommendation options.

We request one recommendation from a counselor or advisor at your current school and one from a teacher at your current school. The Counselor Evaluation and Teacher Evaluation forms should be completed and sent to Puget Sound by the recommender. If you do not have a counselor at your school, please have another school official such as a headmaster, principal, or advisor submit the evaluation on your behalf. Complete your portion of this form and give to your teacher. Submit electronically in the School Forms section of the Common Application.

The academic evaluation is a recommendation from a college instructor. Listing an instructor in the 鈥渞ecommenders鈥 section of the application will generate an email from Common App to that recommender with instructions for submitting the academic evaluation. Alternatively, you may ask your recommender to email a letter of recommendation directly to us at transfer@pugetsound.edu.

The college report confirms that you are in good standing at your current (or most recent) college and would be eligible to return. Please complete your portion of the form, then email it to the Registrar鈥檚 office of your current (or most recent) college. An official at that institution should complete and sign the form, then email it directly to us at transfer@pugetsound.edu. The College Report can be found in your applicant portal. If you are having trouble locating it, please email transfer@pugetsound.edu.

If the language of instruction in your high school is in English, you are exempt from establishing proof of English proficiency. Otherwise, you must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test. A minimum score of 80 on the TOEFL IBT, 6.5 on the IELTS, or 105 on the Duolingo English Test is recommended.

To complete their application, students must fill out and submit the International Verification of Finances Form (IVFF) [PDF] (and located in the applicant portal) including appropriate documentation. Additional financial documentation is not required. 兔子先生 does not accept the CSS Profile or the International Student Financial Aid Application. If you have any questions regarding this form, please contact Admission at admission@pugetsound.edu or 253.879.3211.

Need-Based Financial Aid: To apply for need-based financial aid, you must complete . 

Lillis & Matelich Scholarship Additional Criteria

Lillis Scholarship Supplemental Essay

Successful candidates will also show a passionate interest in ideas, the potential for serious academic work (such as research) and a commitment to the pursuit of academic excellence.

Applicants must submit a completed admission application and the scholarship application by December 1. 10 finalists will interview virtually in late February and be invited to campus for one of our admitted student events on March 29, April 5, April 13, or April 19. Two Lillis Scholarships will be awarded.

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Matelich Scholarship Supplemental Essay

Successful candidates demonstrate exceptional motivation, excellent academic potential, a commitment to service, outstanding integrity, and unmatched leadership potential. Matelich Scholars are recognized campus leaders and will continue on paths of leadership after they become alumni.

Applicants must submit a completed admission application and the scholarship application by December 1. 10 finalists will interview virtually in late February and be invited to campus for one of our admitted student events on March 29, April 5, April 13, or April 19. Two Lillis Scholarships will be awarded.

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SAT/ACT Score

You can apply test-optional instead of submitting SAT or ACT scores for your admission application. However, standardized test scores are required for Lillis and/or Matelich Scholarship consideration, even if you have applied as a Test-Optional Candidate. Please be assured that if you elect to be reviewed under our test-optional policy, your scores will be used solely by the scholarship committee and will not be factored into the evaluation of your admission application.

Who to Contact

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No Questions about application process or requirements Admission

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No Financial aid and scholarships Admission admission@pugetsound.edu
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No Help with the visa process and/or advocacy Office of International Programs internationalprograms@pugetsound.edu
1.253.879.2515
Yes Help with the cultural transition to campus Office of International Programs internationalprograms@pugetsound.edu
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Yes Writing support for multilingual students Language Partner Program, Center for Writing & Learning (CWL) cwl@pugetsound.edu.
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Yes Support finding a job after graduation, including resume and interview skills Career & Employment Services ces@pugetsound.edu
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