SUNY College at Old Westbury: what international applicants need

What are SUNY College at Old Westbury's application deadlines for 2026–27?

SUNY College at Old Westbury has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on November 15, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

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

What is SUNY College at Old Westbury's acceptance rate?

83.6% for students who started in fall 2024: SUNY College at Old Westbury admitted 6,490 of its 7,760 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 SUNY College at Old Westbury require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. SUNY College at Old Westbury 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.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 15, 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).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is SUNY College at Old Westbury's application fee for international students?

SUNY College at Old Westbury's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does SUNY College at Old Westbury accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. SUNY College at Old Westbury 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 SUNY College at Old Westbury accept?

SUNY College at Old Westbury lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS 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 SUNY College at Old Westbury accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests SUNY College at Old Westbury lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does SUNY College at Old Westbury require?

SUNY College at Old Westbury requires one teacher recommendation and a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does SUNY College at Old Westbury require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. SUNY College at Old Westbury requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does SUNY College at Old Westbury have?

137 of SUNY College at Old Westbury's 4,260 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.2%.

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

How much does SUNY College at Old Westbury cost for international students?

SUNY College at Old Westbury is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $18,842 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $8,422). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $13,972. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $37,274 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