Nichols College: what international applicants need

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

Nichols 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 Nichols College's acceptance rate?

80.8% for students who started in fall 2024: Nichols College admitted 1,856 of its 2,296 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 Nichols College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Nichols College 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 Nichols College?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 500–613 in Math and 528–623 in Reading and Writing (12% 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 Nichols College's application fee for international students?

Nichols College's application fee is $50 for international applicants, while US applicants pay nothing.

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

Yes. Nichols 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 Nichols College accept?

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

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

How many recommendation letters does Nichols College require?

Nichols College requires one teacher 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 Nichols College require the Common App personal essay?

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

How many international students does Nichols College have?

32 of Nichols College's 1,163 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 2.8%.

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

How much does Nichols College cost for international students?

Nichols College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $42,705, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $15,800. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $62,405 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