Frequently asked questions
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Application Requirements & English Proficiency
Application Requirements & English Proficiency
What are the application requirements for your programs?
What are the application requirements for your programs?
Please refer to our international student admissions requirements.
What do you accept for English Proficiency?
What do you accept for English Proficiency?
Please refer to our EP requirements.
Does Westcliff offer an intensive English program?
Does Westcliff offer an intensive English program?
Our REAL Intensive English program can be taken online or on campus. Each 16-week level is divided into two 8-week courses. Students will take a placement exam to determine their starting level and whether they may qualify for the bridge program and begin earning credits towards a Westcliff degree. Please view our program flyer that you can share with your students.
Do you offer conditional admission to students who would like to meet the English proficiency requirements through a partner school?
Do you offer conditional admission to students who would like to meet the English proficiency requirements through a partner school?
Yes, students can complete on-campus ESL instruction through one of our approved ESL pathway partners before transitioning to WU. Students must apply to the ESL program before submitting an application. Through the Westcliff EC Portal, please submit an application for the students desired degree program they will take AFTER they graduate. Under the Program Information section, select “Yes” to the question Does the applicant intend on completing an ESL program to satisfy English proficiency requirements outside of Westcliff University? This will indicate they are applying as a pathway student and qualify them to receive a conditional letter of acceptance for Westcliff. This will help strengthen their visa interview together with the I-20 issued from their preferred language school. Please note that the student must apply to both WU and the ESL school.
Where do I upload Duolingo scores?
Where do I upload Duolingo scores?
You may upload your duolingo scores in the Upload Document section, Documents for Acceptance category.
How do I apply for the REAL Communications Pathway for Undergraduate?
How do I apply for the REAL Communications Pathway for Undergraduate?
Please use your EC portal or your direct link to submit application. In SECTION PROGRAM INFORMATION, fill out Applicant Type, Desired Term of Entry, Modality, Campus Location and Desired Degree Level. Once you have reached *Select Degree or Certificate* select the Undergraduate Certificate option from the drop down. After selecting the certificate option, you will be able to choose Undergraduate Communications (Pathway) as your desired program.
How do I apply for the REAL Communications Pathway for Graduate?
How do I apply for the REAL Communications Pathway for Graduate?
Please use your EC portal or your direct link to submit application. In SECTION PROGRAM INFORMATION, fill out Applicant Type, Desired Term of Entry, Modality, Campus Location and Desired Degree Level. Once you have reached *Select Degree or Certificate* select the Graduate Certificate option from the drop down. After selecting the certificate option, you will be able to choose Graduate Communications (Pathway) as your desired program.
Claiming Student Referrals
Claiming Student Referrals
How do I make sure I get credit for my student referral?
How do I make sure I get credit for my student referral?
Please make sure to submit a new student application through your direct EC portal and confirm your branch ID is at the top of the application.
How long will it take to process my student’s application to receive an acceptance decision?
How long will it take to process my student’s application to receive an acceptance decision?
Assuming your student's application is complete, it should take ~3-5 weeks for their application to be processed. If they are requesting transcript evaluation by Westcliff, please expect an additional 3-4 weeks processing time.
I-20 Questions
I-20 Questions
Where will I-20's be sent and by what type of mail?
Where will I-20's be sent and by what type of mail?
Westcliff will be issuing digital I-20s to the student’s email that is provided on the application.
How long will it take to receive an I-20 after acceptance?
How long will it take to receive an I-20 after acceptance?
This process will depend on the volume of requests our team is handling at any given time, but should be expected to take about 3-4 weeks on average.
Webinars & Trainings
Webinars & Trainings
Do you offer any webinars for our students?
Do you offer any webinars for our students?
Yes! Email us for more information: international@westcliff.edu. Please provide us with additional information regarding your specific plan for the webinar at the time of booking (number of students, topic, marketing plans...etc).
Do you offer training for our staff?
Do you offer training for our staff?
Yes. Please book a training session through our calendar.
Do you attend international conferences?
Do you attend international conferences?
Yes, we attend conferences including ICEF and ALPHE. If we are travelling to your region, we can visit your office and meet with prospective students too!
EC Portal Questions
EC Portal Questions
What if I am unable to access my EC portal?
What if I am unable to access my EC portal?
Email us at: international@westcliff.edu with your agency’s request for EC portal access and our team will address it accordingly.
Do you provide EC Portal Training?
Do you provide EC Portal Training?
Yes! Please book a training session through our calendar. We also have our EC Portal Navigation Guide for a quick reference.
General Questions
General Questions
Does Westcliff offer scholarships to international students?
Does Westcliff offer scholarships to international students?
Yes, we do! Please refer to our scholarships and grants page for more information and to apply for financial aid.
I would like to promote Westcliff through our network and social media platforms. What are the requirements Do you have external resources?
I would like to promote Westcliff through our network and social media platforms. What are the requirements Do you have external resources?
Please refer to our branding guidelines. Use our Recruiter Resource Home Page for more helpful promotional materials .
We moved our office/changed emails. How do I update our information?
We moved our office/changed emails. How do I update our information?
Contact our team: international@westcliff.edu
It is taking longer than expected to receive an update on my student's application. Who can I speak to?
It is taking longer than expected to receive an update on my student's application. Who can I speak to?
The portal contains the most recent updates on all necessary application statutes, so we recommend monitoring the portal for any required documents. Also, please contact your admissions advisor or our admissions team at admissions@westcliff.edu for updates on applications already submitted.
Who should I contact if I have general questions about our contract, application requirements or anything else pertaining to Westcliff University?
Who should I contact if I have general questions about our contract, application requirements or anything else pertaining to Westcliff University?
Contact our team: international@westcliff.edu
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