Admission Requirements
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General Requirements
- International students must meet the General Admissions Requirements, where applicable.
- Review student permit requirements on the Government of Belize Immigration Department website: Student Permit Information.
- Alternatively, email the Immigration Department at [email protected] for inquiries about student permits and visa requirements.
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English Language Proficiency
- Applicants from countries where English is not the official language must provide evidence of adequate English competency.
- Proof may include tests like TOEFL (score of 87 or above) or IELTS (score of 5 or above) or an equivalent.
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Academic Credentials
- All academic credentials must be Translated into English AND evaluated by an international credential evaluation agency.
- Recommended agencies: Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. & World Education Services (WES)
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Proof of Financial Support
- Students must provide proof of financial support for the entire duration of their program.
- Submit an official letter from a bank or financial agency along with the admissions package.
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International students are responsible for their own travel arrangements and expenses.
Discover the expenses of studying in Belize.
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Application Fee Payment Methods
International students can pay the application fee using one of the following methods:
- Credit Card: Request the Credit Card Authorization Form from the Director of Accounts Receivables, Mr. Orlando Palma, at [email protected].
- International Postal Money Order: Submit the money order along with your admissions package.
- International or Foreign Cheque: Make the cheque payable to the University of Belize.
Note: Pay the application fee after submission of your application.
