Undergraduate
International Merit Scholarships
Merit, talent and athletic awards
Adelphi University
Garden City, USA
"A private university in Garden City, New York"
At a Glance
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PSW VISA
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Adelphi University
Adelphi University is a private university in Garden City, New York, founded in 1896, about 23 miles from New York City. It offers more than 60 undergraduate programmes and more than 65 master's and doctoral programmes, with particular strength in arts and humanities, STEM and social sciences, business and education, and health and wellness. It has about 7,500 students and centres in Downtown Brooklyn, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County.
Rankings & Recognition
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Ranked in the 1501+ band of THE World University Rankings 2026 and #198 (tie) among US National Universities (U.S. News 2026). Not ranked in QS.
Accreditations & Memberships
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Key Facts
1896
Founded
Private university
Type
Garden City
City
approx. 7,500
Total Students
657+
International Students
76
Countries Represented
Popular Programs
Nursing
Social Work
Business Administration
Psychology
Computer Science
Application Details
Application Route
Adelphi App or Common App
Intakes
Fall and Spring
UG Application Fee
USD 50
Grad Application Fee
USD 60
Fall 2026 Grad Deadline
1 Dec 2026
Spring 2027 Deadline
7 Dec 2026
Standardized Test Requirements
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TOEFL iBT
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80 |
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IELTS
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6.5 |
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Duolingo English Test
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110 |
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Michigan English Test
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61 |
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LanguageCert
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B2 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway
H-1B / employment-based
Financials
Application Fee
USD 50 UG / USD 60 grad
Avg Scholarship
Merit scholarships (UG)
Career Outcomes
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
Adelphi has its main campus in Garden City, New York, about 23 miles from New York City, plus centres in Downtown Brooklyn, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County.
Campus Details
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main campus
3
centers
7500
students
1896
founded
Campus Forecast
Humid: cold snowy winters
warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence halls and nearby off-campus rentals
Dining
Dining halls with flexible meal plans
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
7,520
International Students
657+
Countries Represented
76
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - UG (estimate)
approx. USD 30,860 / year
Living costs (estimate)
approx. USD 22,100 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Adelphi admits students in fall and spring. The Fall 2026 graduate deadline was 1 December 2026 and the Spring 2027 graduate deadline is 7 December 2026. Undergraduate applications are rolling; check the Adelphi international admissions pages.
Scholarships at Adelphi University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma; TOEFL 80 / IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree; TOEFL 80 / IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
English Proficiency
TOEFL iBT
IELTS
Duolingo English Test
Michigan English Test
LanguageCert
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Resume / CV
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Passport-size photo
GRE / GMAT / SAT if required
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
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Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
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Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
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Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
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Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
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F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Adelphi has its main campus in Garden City, New York, about 23 miles from New York City, plus centres in Downtown Brooklyn, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County.
Bachelor's
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Adelphi University
📍 Garden City
Bachelor's
Nursing
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📍 Garden City
Bachelor's
Social Work
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📍 Garden City
Bachelor's
Business Administration
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📍 Garden City
Bachelor's
Psychology
Master's
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📍 Garden City
Master's
Social Work (Master's)
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📍 Garden City
Master's
Computer Science
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