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International applicants · 2026–27

Fisher College: what international applicants need

Boston, Massachusetts

Requirements for the 2026–27 season, updated September 25, 2026.

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The questions international applicants ask

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

Fisher 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 Fisher College's acceptance rate?

70.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Fisher College admitted 2,493 of its 3,527 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 Fisher College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Fisher 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 Fisher College's application fee for international students?

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

Which English tests does Fisher College accept?

Fisher College lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English 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 Fisher College accept the Duolingo English Test?

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

How many recommendation letters does Fisher College require?

Fisher 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 Fisher College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Fisher 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 Fisher College have?

144 of Fisher College's 1,536 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 9.4%.

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

How much does Fisher College cost for international students?

Fisher College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $35,689, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $18,041. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $58,930 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

  1. Rolling admission: apply as early as you can.
Application fee
$0International applicantsUS applicants: $0
Common App fee waiver
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SAT / ACT
OptionalThis is the policy for American applicants. It can differ for international students: check the testing page.
English proficiency tests accepted
Cambridge, Duolingo, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Letters and school reports
No recommendation letters required
Also required
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