Applying to F&M as an International Student
F&M accepts applications from one of two sources: the Common Application or the Coalition
Application. These platforms allow you to streamline your application process and
apply to multiple colleges at once. Begin Your Common Application *Fall transfer applications received after the priority deadline are considered on
a space-available basis until the class is full. You are encouraged to complete your
application as soon as possible.Start Your Application
Begin Your Coalition Application
Once we receive your application, you’ll have access to your F&M Application Portal, which you can use to upload additional materials to support your application.Application Dates to Remember
We understand that this is a lot to remember and track! To help, we put together a step-by-step guide to completing the application process as an international student. If you have any questions or need guidance during the application process, you can email us at intladmissions@fandm.edu.
International parents can explore our overview of F&M in Chinese and Spanish.
Are you convinced you want to be a Diplomat? If F&M is your top-choice school, applying
Early Decision is the best option for you. Please note that applying Early Decision
means that if you apply to F&M and get in, you’re committed to enroll. To apply Early Decision, you must complete an Early Decision Agreement on either the Common Application or the Coalition Application on Scoir. There are two deadlines for applying Early Decision—in early fall and early winter. You will be notified of our admission decision by December 15 You will be notified of our admission decision by February 15 We understand that many families need to know how much financial aid they may receive
before committing to F&M via Early Decision. We can provide you with an early estimate
of the need-based financial aid for which you might qualify. This is an estimate only,
not a guaranteed financial aid package. It also doesn’t guarantee or imply admission. If you’re still exploring your options and F&M is one of many colleges you are considering,
applying Regular Decision is likely your best option. We have one Regular Decision
deadline in mid-January. You will be notified of our admission decision by April 1 We’re so glad you’re considering making F&M the place to continue your academic journey.
F&M is a welcoming place for transfer students. There are two application deadlines
depending on which semester you’d like to transfer. You will be notified of our admission decision by June 1 You will be notified of our admission decision by November 15 We know you are more than a test score. That’s why we have been a test-optional institution
for more than 30 years. That means that you can choose whether or not to submit your
standardized test (SAT or ACT) scores with your application. Please note that F&M
requires home-schooled applicants to submit either their SAT or ACT scores. If you choose not to submit your test scores, we will review all of the other pieces
of your application—transcripts, academic recommendation and other supporting materials—to
make our decision. If you choose the test-optional route, you must indicate that on
your Common Application or Coalition Application when you apply. If you have already submitted your standardized test scores but would like to remove
them from your application, you can tell us through your F&M Application Portal or contact us directly to request this change. If you do submit SAT or ACT scores, we will “superscore” your results. This means
we will take the highest score of each section from each SAT or ACT test date to best
represent your success (superscore). For the SAT, we combine your best evidence-based
reading and writing score and your best math score, even if they come from different
test dates. For the ACT, we take your highest Math, Science, Reading and English scores
from any tests you take on any dates and average them for a new ACT composite score.
Submission of the essay portion of the SAT/ACT is optional. Students are welcome but
not required to send optional subject tests. You may ask The College Board (SAT) or the American College Test (ACT) to submit your
scores directly to F&M by using their school code systems: Test scores will also be considered if they are: International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma recipients with a total score of 30 or more
are awarded 8 course credits (one full year) toward a degree at F&M. IB Certificate
recipients receive one or two course credits (depending on discipline) for each higher
level examination passed with a score of 5 or higher. Credit will be given to students who have received a 4 or a 5 on Advanced Placement
(AP) examinations. French Baccalaureate and German Abitur recipients may be granted credit for up to
one full year toward a degree at F&M. In addition, the College generally awards credits
to students who have passed the British “A-Level” examinations with a grade of C or
higher. Other course credits from foreign countries are evaluated on a case-by-case
basis. If you have fewer than three years of English language instruction, you’re required
to complete any of the following language proficiency examinations: TOEFL (Test of
English as a Foreign Language), IELTS (International English Language Testing System),
Duolingo English Test (DET), or Pearson PTE Academic (PTEA). You will not be required to complete a language proficiency exam if: Do you want to further personalize your application to F&M? We welcome any materials
that you feel add value to your application. These may include an optional admission
interview; videos or images of dance or theater performances; or samples of your work
in film, art or creative writing. Interviews are a great way for us to get to know each other better. At F&M, interviews
are engaging, informal conversations. And while interviews are not required, they
are a good way to strengthen your application. This is your time to tell us something
that may not show up on your application. F&M’s art, art history, and film department welcomes samples of your artistic work in any medium. Art talent samples should
include between no less than six and no more than 20 works, preferably submitted as
a PDF file to your F&M Application Portal. Please include your full name and type of medium on the PDF file name. Also include
a short personal statement (approximately 250 words) about why creating art is important
to you. There are many ways to share your musical prowess with F&M’s music department. You
can submit a recording of a performance to your F&M Application Portal (a video recording
is preferred), submit copies or recordings of any compositions, and meet with a music
department representative on campus or virtually. Dance at F&M is open to all students, regardless of prior experience. If you have experience
and would like to demonstrate your dance technique, you can upload a video to your
F&M Application Portal. Please include your first and last name in the title. If the
performance you submit includes multiple dancers, please identify yourself when submitting.
Please also indicate whether you choreographed the piece. Beyond the required recommendations, you are welcome to send additional letters of
recommendations from coaches, supervisors, or mentors who know them well. However,
we ask that you be mindful of how many letters you send.Application Options
Applying Early Decision
Early Decision Application Deadlines
Early Decision I Deadline: November 15 of your senior year
Early Decision II Deadline: January 15 of your senior year
Begin Your Common Application
Begin Your Coalition Application
Early Estimates of Financial Aid
Learn how to get an early estimate
Applying Regular Decision
Regular Decision Deadline: January 15 of your senior year
Begin Your Common Application
Begin Your Coalition Application
Applying as a Transfer
Fall Semester: April 15*
Spring Semester: November 1
*Fall transfer applications received after the priority deadline are considered on
a space-available basis until the class is full. You’re encouraged to complete your
application as soon as possible.
If you have any questions, you can email transfer@fandm.edu.
Standardized Testing Options
How Test-Optional Works
Choosing to Submit Scores
How to Submit Scores
Students who choose to self-report scores on the Common/Coalition Application and
who later enroll at F&M are required to submit verified test scores at the time of
their enrollment.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Advanced Placement TESTS (AP)
Other Examination Programs
Language Proficiency Exams
If you believe you’re eligible to have your language proficiency requirement waived,
please email the Office of Admission at intladmissions@fandm.edu after you submit your application.
Additional Application Materials
Schedule an Interview
Schedule an interviewArt Portfolio Samples
Music Samples
Dance Samples
Additional Letters of Recommendation
Connect With Our International Community
Are you wondering what it's really like to be an international student at F&M? Use this online tool to chat with current students to learn more.Read More »
Financial Aid
Reflecting our commitment to a diverse student body, we are proud to offer need-based financial aid to international students. This means that if you are admitted to F&M, we will meet 100% of your institutionally determined financial need for all four years on campus. Please keep in mind that while the amount of aid is generous, it is also limited, so we encourage you to apply early.
Learn more about financial aid »