English Proficiency Waiver Request

Proficiency waiver requests for undergraduate applicants must be received by the application deadline and must accompany a complete application, including your transcript(s). The decision to waive the English proficiency requirement is at the discretion of the Board of Admissions.

First Name:*

Last Name:*

Date of Birth:*

Boston University ID Number:

Email Address (same email as used in your application):*

Are you a First-Year or Transfer Applicant?*

Yes
No

Does your My BU portal reflect that we have received both your application and transcript(s)?*

Yes
No

Unfortunately, without an application and transcript on file we are unable to review your request. Please contact us again once your BU portal indicates that our office has received both of these credentials.*

Have you taken or do you plan to take any of the following exams?*

Duolingo English Test
TOEFL
IELTS
I have not taken any of these exams
I have not taken any of these exams and I do not plan to

If you have already taken one of these exams, we encourage you to have the official results submitted with your application.

At the time of your application, how many years have you studied in an English-speaking secondary school?*

Less Than One Year
One Year
Two Years
Three Years
More Than Three Years

Please explain why you should be exempt from the English proficiency exam requirement.*