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International applicants · 2026–27

University of New England: what international applicants need

Biddeford, Maine

Requirements for the 2026–27 season, updated September 25, 2026.

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The questions international applicants ask

What are University of New England's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of New England has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 15, 2026 and Regular Decision on February 15, 2027.

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

What is University of New England's acceptance rate?

91.6% for students who started in fall 2024: University of New England admitted 4,543 of its 4,958 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 University of New England require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. University of New England 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 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).
  • For the Regular Decision deadline (February 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.

How much is University of New England's application fee for international students?

University of New England charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does University of New England accept?

University of New England 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.
International applicants page

How many recommendation letters does University of New England require?

University of New England requires 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 University of New England require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. University of New England requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does University of New England have?

10 of University of New England's 3,884 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.3%.

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

How much does University of New England cost for international students?

University of New England's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $44,210, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $18,000. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $66,410 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

Every requirement, in one place

Deadlines

  1. Early ActionNovember 15, 2026
  2. Regular DecisionFebruary 15, 2027
Application fee
$0International applicantsUS applicants: $0
Common App fee waiver
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SAT / ACT
OptionalThis is the policy for American applicants. It can differ for international students: check the testing page.
English proficiency tests accepted
Listed on the university's site
Letters and school reports
Counselor recommendation · Mid-year report
Also required
Common App personal essay