Esade Barcelona: what international applicants need

What are Esade Barcelona's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Esade Barcelona has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on July 28, 2027.

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

Does Esade Barcelona require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. Esade Barcelona requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants for 2026–27.

• 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 Regular Decision deadline (July 28, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Esade Barcelona's application fee for international students?

Esade Barcelona's application fee is $150 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Esade Barcelona accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Esade Barcelona 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 Esade Barcelona accept?

Esade Barcelona 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 Esade Barcelona require?

Esade Barcelona doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• 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 Esade Barcelona require the Common App personal essay?

No. Esade Barcelona 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.