International Students

Admission to the Department of Design is selective and competitive. International students should apply through the Office of International Recruitment and Undergraduate Admissions. 

Requirements

• Total TOEFL iBT score of 70+ or Total IELTS score of 6.0+ 
• Must have at least a 3.0+ cumulative GPA on a 4.0-point scale
• Complete Online Application
• Submit Portfolio 

Application Deadlines 

• Spring 2021:
  • Transfer, Current KU Students, or Readmits - Oct. 1
• Fall 2021:
  • Incoming Freshmen - Deadline for Priority Consideration - Nov. 1 
  • Incoming Freshmen - Deadline for Final Consideration - Feb. 1
  • Transfer, Current KU Students, or Readmits - Feb. 1

Questions?

If you have questions about your application to the Department of Design please contact our Admissions Coordinator, Joan Weaver, at jweaver@ku.edu or 785-864-3167.