Eckerd College: what international applicants need

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

Eckerd College has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on November 15, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Eckerd College's acceptance rate?

75.8% for students who started in fall 2024: Eckerd College admitted 3,844 of its 5,071 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 Eckerd College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Eckerd 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.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Eckerd College?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 560–640 in Math and 600–690 in Reading and Writing (27% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 24–29.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Eckerd College's application fee for international students?

Eckerd College's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Eckerd College accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Eckerd College accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Eckerd College accept?

Eckerd College lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test 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 Eckerd College accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Eckerd College accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Eckerd College require?

Eckerd College requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Eckerd College require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Eckerd College requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Eckerd College have?

74 of Eckerd College's 1,893 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.9%.

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

How much does Eckerd College cost for international students?

Eckerd College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $51,884, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $14,734. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $71,068 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

Does Eckerd College give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Eckerd College gave institutional scholarships or grants to 79 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25