Morehouse College: what international applicants need

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

Morehouse College has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026, Early Action on December 15, 2026, and Regular Decision on February 1, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Morehouse College's acceptance rate?

44% for students who started in fall 2024: Morehouse College admitted 2,520 of its 5,733 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 Morehouse College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Morehouse 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 Decision deadline (November 1, 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).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (February 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

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

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

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

Yes. Morehouse 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 Morehouse College accept?

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

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests Morehouse College lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does Morehouse College require?

Morehouse College requires one teacher recommendation 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 Morehouse College require the Common App personal essay?

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

How many international students does Morehouse College have?

10 of Morehouse College's 2,847 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.4%.

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

How much does Morehouse College cost for international students?

Morehouse College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $32,893, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $14,778. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $52,545 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