English as a Second Language (ESL) Program

Find the admission requirements for the programs we offer and a guide on how to complete an application. In case you have any questions, please contact international@lasierra.edu or the Office of International Student Services. Come study at La Sierra University, apply now!

Admission Requirements Overview

	ESL English as Second Language	Undergraduate		Graduate	Performer’s Certificate
	ESL English as Second Language	First Time Freshman	Transfer Students	Graduate	Performer’s Certificate
High school transcripts See country list (list above is being updated)
College or University Transcripts See country list (list above is being updated)
ACT or SAT Scores for these tests are optional but recommended if you are attending a US HS
English Proficiency Scores ^* (ITP Scores are not accepted)	See Language Placement Tests	^*	^*	^*
	See Language Placement Tests	^* See English Proficiency Score requirements
GRE/ GMAT ^**				^***
Recommendation Forms ^**
Department Interview/ Audition				^***
Valid Passport Copy

* See score requirements in Language Requirements for ESL or English Proficiency for Undergraduate or Graduate Programs
** If requested by Office of Admissions
*** If requested by College applying for

Once your admission process is complete you will receive an email stating you are now a La Sierra University Student.

Contact the Office of International Student Services to obtain further information about the pre I-20 process and to obtain a Preliminary Financial Estimate^*.
^* Preliminary Financial Estimate is not applicable to ESL students and Music Performer's Certificate students.
Click here for the pre I-20 Requirements.
Contact the Office of International Student Services to check the status of your I-20 form.