Marshall University: what international applicants need

What are Marshall University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Marshall University 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 Marshall University's acceptance rate?

95.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Marshall University admitted 6,525 of its 6,816 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 Marshall University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Marshall University is test-flexible for 2026–27: it accepts other exams in place of the SAT or ACT, and its testing page lists which ones.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Marshall University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 430–560 in Math and 480–590 in Reading and Writing (71% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 19–24.
• 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 Marshall University's application fee for international students?

Marshall University's application fee is $150 for international applicants: $110 more than the $40 US applicants pay.

Does Marshall University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Marshall University 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 Marshall University accept?

Marshall University 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 Marshall University require?

Marshall University 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 Marshall University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Marshall University 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 Marshall University have?

96 of Marshall University's 9,146 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1%.

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

How much does Marshall University cost for international students?

Marshall University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $20,342 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $9,162). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $13,292. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $38,934 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 Marshall University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, Marshall University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 48 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26 Source