Blackburn College: what international applicants need

What are Blackburn College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Blackburn 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.

What is Blackburn College's acceptance rate?

63.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Blackburn College admitted 575 of its 910 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Blackburn College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Blackburn College requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• 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 Blackburn College's application fee for international students?

Blackburn College charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Blackburn College accept?

Blackburn College lists the TOEFL iBT as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Blackburn College accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests Blackburn College lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does Blackburn College require?

Blackburn 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 Blackburn College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Blackburn 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 Blackburn College have?

0 of Blackburn College's 513 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Blackburn College cost for international students?

Blackburn College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $28,149, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $9,915. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $42,064 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