About Marshall University
Marshall University is one of West Virginia's oldest and largest public colleges and universities. The University is noted for its small class sizes, which allow students to connect and collaborate with instructors on a regular basis. Marshall University places a major emphasis on academic research. STEM degrees in engineering, computer science, and forensic science are among the nearly 200 academic subjects of study available to students. Marshall is a member of the Council on Undergraduate Research and one of the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching's Top 100 Master's Level Research Universities.
Marshall University Rankings
- #284 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2021
Marshall University Course Rankings
Marshall University Business Courses Ranks
- #235 UG Business- US News & World Report 2021
Marshall University Campus
- There are over 395 student athletes at the university. Marshall University's sports team, dubbed "The Herd," stands out on the field and allows men and women equal opportunities to compete.
- The Rec offers 32 intramural sports, including soccer, basketball, flag football, dodgeball, and wiffle ball, as well as 10 club sports, including hockey, men's and women's rugby, tennis, Sports Fencing Club, men's and women's lacrosse, cycling, wrestling, and equestrian.
- More than 230 student clubs and organisations, such as the Anime and Manga Association, Climbing Club, Anthropology Club, and others, are available for students to join and be a part of.
- For the overall development of its pupils, several events for Community Outreach and Volunteer Service are held.
- The Campus hosts a variety of Adventure Recreation activities such as Aquatics, Competitive Sports, and Fitness and Wellness activities.
- After receiving a Permit, all students are permitted to bring their cars onto campus.
Admission Standards - Easy
SAT |
940/1150 |
ACT |
19/25 |
GPA |
3.4 |
Applications Accepted - 86.9%
Applications Due |
Jun 15, 2022 |
Applicant Competition |
Very Low |
Application Fee |
$40 |
Marshall University International Student Admissions
Admissions for international students at Marshall University is simple. It attracts a large number of international students each year who aspire to study in the United States. All of the admission standards that international applicants must meet when submitting their applications are clearly listed on the university's website.
In order for their application to be considered, all overseas students must follow the university's standards.
- Application Portal: Online Application
- Admission Fee: 65 USD
- Admission Requirements: International students must satisfy the below requirements to secure admission at Marshall University:
- English language proficiency test score, if applicable.
- Must include all the academic institutions attended so far
- English translations of transcripts must be attached to the original.
- Official transcripts, degrees, certificates and other academic records.
- Affidavit of financial support/sponsorship
- A valid Immunization record including Measles and Rubella (or MMR) vaccinations
- Standardised test scores, as per program requirements
An examination of financial assistance and passport is undertaken when the letter of admission is sent and the enrolment deposit is successfully received by the university. Following this review, the university issues an I-20 form for visa applications.
Marshall University English Proficiency for International Students
International applicants are required to present METLAB, IELTS, SAT, ACT, Cambridge English, ENG160 or ENG101A to demonstrate their English proficiency to be eligible for admission at Marshall University
Marshall University Undergraduate English proficiency requirements
EXAM |
MINIMUM SCORE |
TOEFL iBT |
61 |
IELTS |
6.0 |
Duolingo |
90 |
ACT |
18 English/Reading |
SAT |
480 ERW (2016 & later); 450 Critical Reading & 450 Writing (pre-2016) |
Cambridge English |
169 |
MELAB |
79% |
PTEA |
50 |
Marshall University Graduate English proficiency requirements
To be considered for admission to Marshall University, all applicants must submit proof of English fluency, regardless of citizenship. The following is a list of graduate English competence requirements. Applicants may be excluded from giving standardised exam scores for verification of English proficiency if one or more of the exemption conditions are met.
EXAM |
MINIMUM SCORE |
TOEFL iBT |
80 |
IELTS |
6.5 |
Duolingo |
105 |
MELAB |
82% |
PTEA |
53 |
Marshall University Highlights
Type |
Public |
Campus Setting |
City: Small |
Financial Aid |
Available |
Housing Facilities |
Available |
Application Portal |
Online |
Time of Intake |
Fall, Winter and Summer |
Marshall University Annual Cost to Attend
Fee |
Cost |
West Virginia Resident Tuition |
$7,190 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,100 |
Other Fees |
$1,222 |
Room and Board |
$10,644 |
Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,287 |
Total One Year Cost |
$22,443 |
Fee |
Cost |
Out of State Resident Tuition |
$18,044 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,100 |
Other Fees |
$1,222 |
Room and Board |
$10,644 |
Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,287 |
Total One Year Cost |
$33,297 |