Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering: what international applicants need

What are Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on December 15, 2026.

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

What is Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering's acceptance rate?

25.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering admitted 252 of its 1,000 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 Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering 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 Regular Decision deadline (December 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 770–790 in Math and 723–768 in Reading and Writing (25% of them sent SAT scores).

• 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 Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering's application fee for international students?

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering's application fee is $85 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering 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 Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering accept?

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering 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 Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering require?

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering requires 2 teacher recommendations and a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering have?

29 of Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering's 405 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 7.2%.

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

How much does Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering cost for international students?

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $66,398, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $20,810. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $89,669 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 Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering gave institutional scholarships or grants to 29 international undergraduates.

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