The English language requirement may be waived in the following circumstance only:

The applicant is a native of or has studied in full-time status for at least one academic year within the last five years in one of the following countries:

• U.S.

• United Kingdom

• Ireland

• Australia

• New Zealand, or

• English medium universities in Canada or South Africa*

  • *NOTE: This applies only to English medium universities in Canada or South Africa. Study in English medium universities and in other countries does not qualify for a waiver

Waivers apply to students from the countries listed above only. Waivers only apply to those who have studied full time in one of the countries listed on the waiver list above. Employment in an English-speaking country does not make you eligible for a waiver.

If you believe you qualify for a waiver, then contact the admissions office (ipal@uchicago.edu) to have your case reviewed.