International applicants · 2026–27
Black Hawk College: what international applicants need
Moline, Illinois
Requirements for the 2026–27 season, updated September 25, 2026.
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- The Common App fee waiver is not accepted.
The questions international applicants ask
What are Black Hawk College's application deadlines for 2026–27?
Black Hawk College admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.
Does Black Hawk College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?
No. Black Hawk College is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.
- This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
How much is Black Hawk College's application fee for international students?
Black Hawk College's application fee is $20 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.
Does Black Hawk College accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?
No. Black Hawk College doesn't accept the Common App fee waiver.
- If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.
Which English tests does Black Hawk College accept?
Black Hawk College doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.
- Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.
How many recommendation letters does Black Hawk College require?
Black Hawk College doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.
- Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
- Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.
Does Black Hawk College require the Common App personal essay?
No. Black Hawk College doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.
How many international students does Black Hawk College have?
47 of Black Hawk College's 4,001 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.2%.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source
How much does Black Hawk College cost for international students?
Black Hawk College is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $8,100 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $7,950). Some public universities add an international fee. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $9,108 before any financial aid.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source
Every requirement, in one place
Deadlines
- Rolling admission: apply as early as you can.
- Application fee
- $20International applicantsUS applicants: $20
- Common App fee waiver
- Not accepted
- SAT / ACT
- OptionalThis is the policy for American applicants. It can differ for international students: check the testing page.
- English proficiency tests accepted
- Listed on the university's site
- Letters and school reports
- No recommendation letters required
- Also required
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