Golden Gate University: Acceptance Rate, Fees & Courses

UNDERGRADUATE

Here are the steps on how to apply to Golden Gate University for undergraduate studies as an international student:

• Visit the Golden Gate University website and create an admissions account.
• Choose the "Undergraduate" application and select "International Student" as your application type.
• Complete the application form and submit the required documents.
• Application fee: $50 for international applicants.
• Official transcripts: Official transcripts from all high schools and colleges you have attended, translated into English. 
• English language proficiency test scores. 
• Letters of recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from teachers, employers, or other professionals who can speak to your academic abilities and potential for success.
• Personal statement: A personal statement that describes your academic and personal goals, and why you are interested in attending Golden Gate University.
• Submit your application.

POSTGRADUATE

Here are the steps on how to apply to Golden Gate University for postgraduate studies as an international student:

Choose your admission program. There is a separate application for each of Golden Gate University's graduate programs:

• Graduate
• Certificates
• Open Enrollment
• Create an account: This will allow you to track your application status and submit your application materials.
• Start your application: Once you have created your account, be sure to check your application for the materials you will need, which will include:
• Official transcripts: Submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you have attended,  translated into English.
• Letters of recommendation: You will need to submit two letters of recommendation from academic or professional references.
• Statement of purpose: Explain your reasons for wanting to study at Golden Gate University and your academic and professional goals.
• TOEFL or IELTS scores.
• Visa.
• Apply and submit: Once you have completed your application, you will need to pay the application fee of $65 and submit it.

MASTER'S AND PhD

Here are the steps on how to apply to Golden Gate University for a master's or PhD program as an international student:

• Choose your program: Golden Gate University offers a wide range of masters and PhD programs in business, law, computer science, and other fields.
• Create an admissions account: First-time users will need to create an admissions account, which will give you access to the application portal and allow you to start your application.

Start your application: You will need to submit:

• Your official transcripts, translated into English,
• Test scores,
• Letters of recommendation, 
• A personal statement.

Additional documents:

• Resume or portfolio.
• Pay the application fee: The application fee for international students is $65, which can be paid online.
• Submit your application.

UNDERGRADUATE

Enlisted below are the documents needed to apply to Golden Gate University for undergraduate studies as an international applicant:

• Completed online application. 
• Non-refundable application fee. 
• Official transcripts. 
• Official English language proficiency test scores. 
• Letters of recommendation.
• Statement of purpose.
• Financial documents.

POSTGRADUATE

Enlisted below are the documents needed to apply to Golden Gate University for postgraduate studies as an international applicant:

• Completed online application. 
• Official degree certificates. 
• Official transcripts. 
• Official English language proficiency test scores. 
• Letters of recommendation. 
• Statement of purpose.
• Visa application materials.

Additional documents:

• Resume,
• Work samples,
• Research statement, and 
• Awards and Honours.

MASTER'S AND PhD

Enlisted below are the documents needed to apply to Golden Gate University for Masters and PhD programs as an international applicant:

• Completed online application. 
• Non-refundable application fee.
• Official transcripts. 
• Official English language proficiency test scores. 
• Letters of recommendation. 
• Statement of purpose.
• Financial documentation.

Additional documents:

• GRE or GMAT scores, 
• CV or resume,
• Work samples, and
• Research statement.

Golden Gate University accepts the following exams for international students to demonstrate their English language proficiency:

• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 79 for graduate applicants and 60 for undergraduate applicants.
• IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5 for graduate applicants and 6.0 for undergraduate applicants.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum score of 57 for graduate applicants and 48 for undergraduate applicants.
• Duolingo: Minimum score of 110 for graduate applicants and 90 for undergraduate applicants.