Stockton University: what international applicants need

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

Stockton 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 Stockton University's acceptance rate?

88.9% for students who started in fall 2024: Stockton University admitted 9,357 of its 10,520 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 Stockton University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Stockton University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• 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 Stockton University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 500–610 in Math and 530–620 in Reading and Writing (25% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 21–25.
• 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 Stockton University's application fee for international students?

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

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

Yes. Stockton 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 Stockton University accept?

Stockton University 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 Stockton University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Stockton University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Stockton University require?

Stockton 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 Stockton University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Stockton 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 Stockton University have?

87 of Stockton University's 7,565 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.2%.

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

How much does Stockton University cost for international students?

Stockton University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $24,524 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $16,266). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $15,834. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $48,489 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