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We’ll Help You Navigate Beal University, So You’ll End up Where You Want to Be

We understand that attending university may be a huge step for you and that all of the admissions information can be a little daunting. That’s why Beal’s Admissions Advisors are here on your behalf, making the process more simple for you. Then you can focus on what matters – seeking an education that will give you a leg up, career-wise and confidence-wise.

What You’ll Need in Order to Apply

When applying to Beal, you must provide high school transcripts, valid GED / HiSET or college transcripts. You may also be required to take Beal’s entrance exam (unless you qualify for an exemption). Finally, you need certain vaccines to attend Beal University on-campus programs. The vaccines are to ensure everyone’s safety. Talk to an Admissions Advisor to learn more.

Start the Process to Begin Your Education

To start, you can fill out this form. Next, our Admissions team will contact you with information about your program, start dates, how to apply, and more. The Admissions Advisors focus is to support you through each step of the admissions process.

Pursue Your Career Sooner With Rolling Admission

Beal University has a rolling admissions policy, which means you will be considered for acceptance as soon as you submit your admissions application. You must also take an entrance exam if your program requires it (or qualify for an entrance exam exemption). There is a $30 application fee. However, the fee can be waived in some cases. Talk to your Admissions Advisor to learn more.

Tuition and Fees

Everyone wonders how they are going to afford college, but – it’s worth it. You’ll be thankful you invested your time and money as you develop into a professional – that’s how you move ahead in the world! Plus, no one can take that credential away from you once you’ve earned it. Each Degree, Certificate or Diploma program has differing requirements and slightly differing costs. You can discuss the associated costs with your Admissions Advisor, and they’ll connect you with the Financial Aid Office to see if you’re eligible for FAFSA, scholarships, grants or bursaries.

Funding Your Education

Everyone wonders how they are going to afford college, but – it’s worth it. You’ll be thankful you invested your time and money as you develop into a professional – that’s how you move ahead in the world! Plus, no one can take that credential away from you once you’ve earned it. Each Degree, Certificate or Diploma program has differing requirements and slightly differing costs. You can discuss the associated costs with your Admissions Advisor, and they’ll connect you with the Financial Aid Office to see if you’re eligible for FAFSA, scholarships, grants or bursaries.

International Students

Beal University is proud to leave its footprint not just in the state of Maine, but all over the world. As one of the oldest institutions of its kind in the United States, we feel it’s important for all students to have access to quality training in some of today’s fastest-growing fields. Because of this commitment to worldwide education, we extend enrollment invitations to international students. Beal University is approved by the Student Exchange and Visitor Program for students with F-1 visas and M-1 visas to attend. Find out more in this Guide for Navigating the US Immigration System and the Study in the States websites.

Applicants from countries where English is not the only language of common usage will be required to submit proof of English proficiency as measured by one of the following recognized tests: TOEFL, IELTS or CAEL.

The following are the required test scores for all Beal programs:

TOEFL Paper-based test – Minimum score of 550 required

TOEFL Internet-based test – Overall minimum score of 80 required, with minimum scores of 20 in Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking.

IELTS – Minimum overall band of 6.0, with no single test score below 5.5

CAEL – Minimum overall score of 60

If you choose to take the TOEFL test, the Beal Institution Code is 3114.

Information about the language proficiency test can be found by visiting the testing agency website:

TOEFL www.toefl.org (Please refer to institution code: 3114)
IELTS www.ielts.org
CAEL www.cael.ca
Only tests taken in the last two years are considered valid.

Standardized test results must be issued directly from the testing office. Photocopies will not be accepted. Test scores must be valid and verifiable. Scores more than two years old will not be accepted.

The following applicants are exempt from submitting TOEFL, IELTS, or CAEL scores:

  1. International students who completed a minimum of two years of full-time secondary or college level education in one of the countries where English is an official or the only language of common usage (check below if your country is listed on our ESL exemption list).

Students who completed at least two years of secondary education in one of the countries listed below are deemed exempt from TOEFL, IELTS, or CAEL:

  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Australia
  • Bahamas
  • Barbados
  • Belize
  • Bermuda
  • Botswana
  • British Virgin Islands
  • Canada (all provinces except Quebec)
  • Cayman Islands
  • Dominica
  • Fiji
  • Gambia
  • St. Kitts and Nevis
  • St. Lucia
  • St. Vincent & the Grenadines
  • Sierra Leone
  • Solomon Islands
  • South Africa
  • Tanzania
  • Trinidad & Tobago
  • Uganda
  • United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales)
  • United States
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe
  1. International students who obtain an International Baccalaureate in English from one of the International Schools’ members of the Council of International Schools (www.cois.org).
  2. Minimum English study in applicant’s home country:
  • The applicant has studied in an English language secondary school for a minimum of 3 years and has achieved a minimum grade of 70% or a B in Grade 12 English or equivalent course.
  1. All other students must submit their valid TOEFL, IELTS, or CAEL scores to our International Admissions.

NOTE:  Canadian citizens do not need a visa to enter the U.S. but must have a passport. A student should present the passport, Form I-20 A-B (PDF), and financial documentation at the Canadian/U.S. border.

Undocumented Students

If you’re an undocumented person, you can view these resources: Expert Advice and Resources for Undocumented College Students and Students’ Guide to DACA Phaseout.
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