International applicants · 2026–27
William Rainey Harper College: what international applicants need
Palatine, Illinois
Requirements for the 2026–27 season, updated September 25, 2026.
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The questions international applicants ask
What are William Rainey Harper College's application deadlines for 2026–27?
William Rainey Harper 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.
Does William Rainey Harper College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?
It depends. William Rainey Harper College 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.
How much is William Rainey Harper College's application fee for international students?
William Rainey Harper College's application fee is $25 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.
Does William Rainey Harper College accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?
Yes. William Rainey Harper 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 William Rainey Harper College accept?
William Rainey Harper College 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 William Rainey Harper College require?
William Rainey Harper College 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 William Rainey Harper College require the Common App personal essay?
No. William Rainey Harper College 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 William Rainey Harper College have?
176 of William Rainey Harper College's 13,988 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.3%.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source
How much does William Rainey Harper College cost for international students?
William Rainey Harper College is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $11,874 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $10,062). Some public universities add an international fee. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $12,974 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
- Rolling admission: apply as early as you can.
- Application fee
- $25International applicantsUS applicants: $25
- Common App fee waiver
- Accepted
- SAT / ACT
- SometimesThis 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
- No recommendation letters required
- Also required
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