First-Year Applicants

• Official High School Transcript – Applicants applying while in high school must have an official copy of their transcript sent directly to AIC by their current school. If you were home-schooled or don’t have a traditional transcript, please contact an admissions counselor at admissions@aic.edu or 413.205.3201 for help.
• Standardized Test Scores (optional) – AIC is a test-optional college and does not require SAT or ACT scores when submitting your application. If a student chooses to submit their standardized test scores, they can be requested by their respective testing agency.
  AIC’s SAT test code: 3002AIC’s ACT test code: 1772
• Letter(s) of Recommendation & Personal Statements (optional) – Letters of Recommendation and Personal Statements are not required but are a great way for us to learn more about you! You are welcome to submit these documents, but they are entirely optional.
• English Proficiency (non-native speakers of English only) – Non-native speakers of English who wish to be considered for admissions must demonstrate proof of English proficiency. Proof of English proficiency can be demonstrated in one of the following ways:
  • Minimum TOEFL score of 72 (internet based test) with no subset score lower than 18.
  • Minimum Duolingo English Test (DET) score of 105.
  • Minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with no bands below a 6.0.
  • Minimum SAT English based reading and writing score of 500.
  • Minimum ACT English and Reading score of 37.
  • Minimum PAA (Preuba de Aptitude Academica) English component score of 500.
  • Minimum PTE (Pearson’s Test for English) Academic score of 59-75.

               All test results must be submitted directly through the testing site.

  In some instances, non-native speakers of English may have their English proficiency requirement waived.

  Students seeking to have their requirement waived should contact Admissions after applying.

AIC was founded to give French Canadian immigrants to the U.S. a comfortable place to learn. More than 130 years later, we’re still committed to providing a positive learning environment for all international students.

Please visit the Office of International Student Life for more information concerning immigration status, social and personal adjustment to life in the United States, and other personal matters and concerns.

• Secondary School Transcripts – AIC requires official transcripts for each year of secondary (high school equivalency) and post-secondary education (courses completed at a college/university). Transcripts which are not in English, or which have been completed outside of the United States, will require a Course-by-Course Credential Evaluation. AIC accepts evaluations from all active members associated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Center for Educational Documentation (CED) organization.
• Standardized Test Scores (optional) – AIC is a test-optional college and does not require SAT or ACT scores when submitting your application. If a student chooses to submit their standardized test scores, they can be requested by their respective testing agency.
• English Proficiency – All students who wish to attend American International College must demonstrate English proficiency. Non-native speakers who wish to be considered for admissions must demonstrate proof of English proficiency. Proof of English proficiency can be demonstrated in one of the following ways:
  • Minimum TOEFL score of 72 (internet based test) with no subset score lower than 18.
  • Minimum Duolingo English Test (DET) score of 105.
  • Minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with no bands below a 6.0.
  • Minimum SAT English based reading and writing score of 500.
  • Minimum ACT English and Reading score of 37.
  • Minimum PAA (Preuba de Aptitude Academica) English component score of 500.
  • Minimum PTE (Pearson’s Test for English) Academic score of 59-75.

               All test results must be submitted directly through the testing site.

  In some instances, non-native speakers of English may have their English proficiency requirement waived.

  Students seeking to have their requirement waived should fill out the  after applying to the institution.