The undergraduate applicant is required to furnish an original or certified copy of an official academic record from all secondary or upper level schools and all colleges, universities, and professional schools attended. The academic record must show all marks or grades received in each subject for each school year, and any certificates, diplomas, or degrees awarded. Diplomas or certificates awarded for completing government or university examinations must show the subjects passed and the grades or marks earned.

Students applying directly from their home countries, or who have not completed any course work in a U.S. high school, college, or university, should rank in the upper third of their class or have the equivalent to B average grades to be considered for admission. The student's rank in class should be included on the transcript or in a separate letter from a school official. The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is not required for applicants, but is useful for students in certain fields, such as engineering. More detailed information on the Scholastic Aptitude Test is available from The College Board, Box 6200, Princeton, NJ 08541-6200, USA.