Soka University of America: what international applicants need

What are Soka University of America's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Soka University of America has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on January 15, 2027.

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

What is Soka University of America's acceptance rate?

43.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Soka University of America admitted 275 of its 634 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 Soka University of America require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Soka University of America 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 Action 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 (January 15, 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.

What SAT score do you need for Soka University of America?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 713–790 in Math and 620–720 in Reading and Writing (16% 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 Soka University of America's application fee for international students?

Soka University of America's application fee is $30 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Soka University of America accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Soka University of America 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 Soka University of America accept?

Soka University of America 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 Soka University of America require?

Soka University of America 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 Soka University of America require the Common App personal essay?

No. Soka University of America 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 Soka University of America have?

268 of Soka University of America's 484 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 55.4%.

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

How much does Soka University of America cost for international students?

Soka University of America's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $38,728, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $14,378. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $58,536 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