Christian Brothers University offers courses in the field of Arts, Business, Engineering, Professional Studies, Sciences and Engineering. The university has an enrollment of 1,892 students comprising 7% of International Students. With an Acceptance Rate of 52% & the college is selective with its applications.

  • Admissions are invited for Fall & Spring sessions.
  • SAT/ACT Scores are only required for Scholarship purposes.
  • English Language Proficiency Test such as TOEFL/IELTS/CAE/CPE is a mandate for International Applicants.
  • Official transcripts should be evaluated by World Education Services (WES)

Highlights

Application Portal UG - University online application portal/Common Application
PG - Intended program’s website
Application Fee UG - 100 USD
PG - vary with program 
Acceptance Rate 52%
Retention Rate 79%
Graduation Rate 55%
Student-Faculty Ratio 13:1
Enrollment Numbers 1,892
SAT/ACT Required to qualify for Scholarships
English Language Proficiency Recommended to submit Test Score of TOEFL/IELTS/CAE/CPE
Intake Seasons Fall & Spring
Contact details for International Students admissions@cbu.edu.

Christian Brothers University Application Deadlines

Christian Brothers University accepts applications on a Rolling basis for Fall & Spring semesters.

Christian Brothers University International Admissions

International Students have some additional prerequisites compared to domestic applicants. They can apply via Univerisity’s Online Application Portal or Common Application.

Admission requirements

  • Official Transcripts from schools/colleges attended
  • SAT/ACT Scores
  • ZeeMee Profile (optional)
  • English Language Proficiency Test Score such as TOEFL/IELTS/CAE/CPE
  • GRE/GMAT Scores (if applicable)
  • Bank Statement
  • Certificate of Financial Support
  • Copy of Passport
  • Student Transfer Evaluation Form (if applicable)

English Proficiency Test Score Requirements

The minimum required test scores for admission are given below:

Exam type Minimum required score
TOEFL PBT 520
TOEFL CBT 185
TOEFL iBT 68
IELTS 6.0
CAE Grade C
CPE Grade C

Visa Process for International Students

  • Submit the Certificate of Financial Support, Bank Statement not older than 6 months, a copy of passport, 300 USD Enrollment Deposit & 150 USD Housing Contract for the University to issue Form I-20.
  • Pay the SEVIS Fee
  • Apply for F-1 Visa
  • Schedule an appointment with the embassy for Visa Interview.

Christian Brothers University Undergraduate Admissions

Christian Brothers University offers a plethora of undergraduate programs ranging from Chemical Engineering to Cyber Security & Digital Forensics. The general requirements for UG programs are given below -

Where to Apply: Online Application

Application Fee: 100 USD

Admission Requirements:

  • Official Transcripts from schools/colleges attended ( Transcripts are supposed to be evaluated by World Education Services)
  • SAT/ACT Scores to apply for scholarships

Christian Brothers University Graduate Admissions

Christian Brothers University invites applications for master’s programs across various academic streams such as Business Administration, Engineering & Teaching.

Each degree has its own admission requirements. However, the general requirements are given below -

Admission Requirements:

  • Official Transcripts from schools/colleges attended
  • GRE/GMAT Scores
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Resume

English proficiency test scores requirements – TOEFL (PBT) – 600, IELTS – 5.5

Specific requirements of some popular graduate courses offered by the University are given below -

Course Application Portal Application fee Application Deadline Academic requirements 
MBA Official Course Website 50 USD Rolling,
Oct Cohort deadline: Sep 1
Official Transcripts, Resume, Two LORs,
Official GMAT/GRE Score
Master of Accountancy Official course website 50 USD Rolling Official Transcripts, Resume, Two LORs,
Official GMAT/GRE Score
M.S. in Computer Information Systems Official course website 50 USD Rolling Resume, Official Transcripts, SOP,
Two LORs, 
Master of Arts in Teaching Official course website 35 USD Rolling Minimum GPA of 2.75, Work Samples, LOR,
Goal Essay, philosophy of education, and autobiographical sketch,
2 Official Copies of Transcripts from Schools/Colleges attended

Admission to CBU is competitive. Each application is reviewed based on grade point average, standardized test scores, personal writing sample, and an academic recommendation.