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Applicants must be high school graduates who are at least 18 years of age. They must also meet one of the following requirements:

• a TOEFL score of at least 500 (or 173 computer-based)
• a TOEIC score of at least 650
• an IELTS score of at least 6.0
• an ACE (American Cultural Exchange) score of at least level 5
• completion of the upper division of the University of Washington Intensive English Program (campus or downtown)
• completion of the UW's Intensive Business English Certificate Program (IBEP)

Choose the time of year you'd like to study in BUSIP: Autumn-start or Spring-start. Each link will take you to the UW Extension website, which includes the application, deadlines, and refund policies for each quarter. We handle applications on a first-come, first-served basis. Our programs fill up quickly, so please apply early.

1. To apply you must submit:



• a copy of the Business for International Professionals Application Form (choose Autumn-start or Spring-start)
• a $40 express postage fee (recommended)
• a $50 nonrefundable certificate program fee
• a $300 nonrefundable tuition deposit
and the following documents clearly labeled documents:


• your résumé listing education and experience
• a test score report showing proof of English language proficiency or your UW ELP grade report
• a letter of application describing your reasons for applying, what you hope to gain from the program, and how your experience prepares you to succeed


2. If you are applying for an I-20, you must also submit:



• a statement or document issued by a bank or other financial institution confirming financial support for tuition, fees and all expenses during your time in the program

Applications are evaluated by the Program Manager. Selection of program participants is based on the admission requirements. The certificate program fee does not guarantee admission to, or enrollment in, the program. If you are accepted to the program, the $300 tuition deposit will be charged.

You will receive an e-mail notification of your acceptance, inclusion on a wait list or non-acceptance letter within a week after we receive your completed application. If you haven't received word about your application status, please contact our office: 206-685-0606.

If you are accepted, we will send you registration information. Waitlisted applicants will be notified if space becomes available and will be given an opportunity to register. If space does not become available, waitlisted applicants will be offered a space in the program's next academic term. If you applied for an I-20 and are accepted, we will send you a Visa Eligibility Form (I-20).


3. Contact the nearest US Embassy or Consulate to schedule an F-1 visa interview appointment.
   
   
4. Pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee ($200).
   
   
5. Take your I-20 and supporting documents to the interview.
   
   

Please Note: Admission to the Business for International Professionals certificate program does not mean you are accepted to the University of Washington.

Transfer Students: If you are transferring from another school in the US, you will need to submit a completed Transfer Eligibility form. Download Transfer Form... »

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