International undergraduate and graduate applicants are required to demonstrate English
proficiency as part of their application for admission. Proficiency can be demonstrated
in any of the following ways for each of type of application to CLU.
English Proficiency Requirements for Direct Admission
Qualifying result from an approved English proficiency exam, completed within 1 year
of desired start term:
Completion of secondary school (high school) in which the curriculum is based on the
U.S., Canadian, British or International Baccalaureate systems.
A minimum of two years of English at a U.S high school with a grade of “C” or higher
(non-ELS courses)
Completion of secondary school (high school) in countries where English is the official
language of the country and in which English is the primary language of instruction.
For a full list of countries and to verify eligibility please email intladmission@callutheran.edu
Completion of an approved English language course of study
Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI): Level 7
ELS Intensive English Program: Level 112
Qualifying result from an approved English proficiency exam, completed within 1 year
of desired start term:
Completion of English Composition with a grade of “C” or higher
Completion of two years of study in a college or university where English is the official
language of the country and in which English is the primary language of instruction.
For a full list of countries and to verify eligibility please email intladmission@callutheran.edu
Completion of an approved English language course of study
Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI): Level 7
ELS Intensive English Program: Level 112
Qualifying result from an approved English proficiency exam, completed within 1 year
of desired start term:
Completion of a bachelor’s degree from a university in the U.S.
Completion of a bachelor’s degree from a university in a country where English is
the official language of the country and in which English is the primary language
of instruction. For a full list of countries and to verify eligibility please email
intladmission@callutheran.edu
Completion of an approved English language course of study
Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI): Level 7
ELS Intensive English Program: Level 112
English Language Conditional Admission
Students who do not meet any of the above direct admission requirements may be considered
for English Language Conditional Admission. This may be offered to students who meet
all other academic requirements. If offered they will be required to complete an approved
intensive English language program.
To apply for English language conditional admission students should:
Complete an application for admission
Submit all academic transcripts, recommendation letters and other required documents
Email intladmission@callutheran.edu with your intention to be considered for conditional admission, without an English
language exam.
Oxford International Digital Institute’s English for Academic Purposes Online (OIDI
EAP)
The Oxford International Digital Institute EAP course provides students with English
language training from anywhere in the world. Students can join classes from their
home country before traveling to the U.S. Students who complete Level 7 will be
fully admitted to the university.
ELS offers in-person intensive English language courses at centers in California and
throughout the U.S. Students interested in studying at an ELS Language Center should
apply for admission directly to ELS. Accepted students will apply for an F-1 visa
through ELS. Upon completion of Level 112 you will be offered admission and we will
transfer your I-20 to CLU for the continuation of your studies.
The Oxford International Digital Institute EAP course provides students with English
language training from anywhere in the world. Students can join classes from their
home country before traveling to the U.S. Students who complete Level 7 will be
fully admitted to the university.
ELS offers in-person intensive English language courses at centers in California and
throughout the U.S. Students interested in studying at an ELS Language Center should
apply for admission directly to ELS. Accepted students will apply for an F-1 visa
through ELS. Upon completion of Level 112 you will be offered admission and we will
transfer your I-20 to CLU for the continuation of your studies.