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International Student Admission

International Students

Students from more than a dozen countries currently call Baldwin Wallace University home! They come to BW for a variety of reasons, but academic quality, location and affordability are among the top reasons international students choose BW.

Baldwin Wallace is a private university in Ohio offering more than 80 undergraduate programs of study. BW's curriculum is built on an arts and sciences foundation with a commitment to real-world preparation. An education at Baldwin Wallace is tailored to you, giving students lasting tools for success. For more than 25 years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked BW among the Midwest's best universities. Baldwin Wallace University continues to earn high marks for affordable excellence.

You + BW + CLE + USA

BW provides international students with a fantastic location. BW's campus is in Berea, Ohio, a safe suburban college town of about 20,000 people in close proximity to Cleveland. Students can enjoy nature trails and coffee shops in Berea and access internships, cultural events, theatrical performances and much more in Cleveland, a city on the rise.

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    Destination Cleveland

    Baldwin Wallace is 20 minutes from Cleveland, Ohio, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is less than six kilometers from campus.

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    Near Campus

    Cleveland is a popular student destination for internships and field experiences, not to mention entertainment and recreation. Cleveland is home to culturally diverse communities and an array of ethnic institutions and restaurants.

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    State-of-the-Art STEM Center

    BW's Knowlton Center provides students with innovative learning experiences in engineering, mathematics, computer science and physics that will enable them to explore cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, mathematical modeling and simulation, robotics and optics while connecting with industry leaders.

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    Your Home Away from Home

    From course registration to how to get a driver's license, the international student services (ISS) office can answer your questions. ISS also hosts programs and events to help international students transition to the campus community.

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    History + Innovation

    Students enjoy a compact, walkable campus in our safe, residential community. Majestic stone buildings recall the University's historic founding, while ultramodern facilities meet the needs of 21st century students.

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    Tradition + Innovation

    Baldwin Wallace has offered students a personalized education for more than 175 years. BW's curriculum is built on a strong liberal arts foundation. Leading-edge programs develop tangible professional skills and career options to match your academic passion.


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Getting Started


Scholarships and Financial Assistance


Tuition and Fees for Undergraduate Liberal Arts Students


Tuition and Fees for Conservatory of Performing Arts Students


Next Steps for Admitted Students

Already accepted to Baldwin Wallace? Review the next steps for admitted students: