7 – minute drive from Google Headquarters
12 – minute drive from FB Headquarters
15 – minute drive from Apple Headquarters
As a computer science student at Sofia University, this has been a very positive educational experience for me and I feel very happy that I am a part of it. The faculty really care about the students and the academics are excellent. This is one of the best schools in the Bay area.
Start your application, and submit the non-refundable fee of $50 USD Application Fee. Submit an official copy of your Official Transcripts or Foreign Transcript Evaluation
If required, Sofia will convert international GPAs before conduction the application evaluation. Applicants submitting transcripts from outside the United States may submit a document-by-document GPA report equivalent to a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the U.S.A. course-by-course GPA report will be required if you wish to transfer course credits to Sofia University.
Official transcripts evaluation report must be done by an approved NACES agency (https://www.naces.org/members) and sent directly to the Office of the Registrar at registrar@sofia.edu or via post to: Sofia University Office of the Registrar 1069 East Meadow Cr. Palo Alto, CA 94303
The Admissions Counselor will review all the documents provided and send your official Sofia acceptance letter. In addition to that, please submit the following documents for the issuance of your initial Sofia I-20 through the Sofia portal or directly to our admissions team at admissions@sofia.edu
If you’re a TRANSFER student, please also submit the following documents.
Bachelor’s Degree:
Test | Minimum score required for full admission | How to submit your English score |
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet Based Test (IBT) | 61 | Official English score sent by Test Center; Sofia University School Code:9770 |
TOEFL Computer Based Test (CBT) | 173 | Official English score sent by Test Center; Sofia University School Code:9770 |
TOEFL Paper Based Test (PBT) | 500 | Official English score sent by Test Center; Sofia University School Code:9770 |
International English Language Test System (IELTS) | 6.0 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
Person Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) | 50 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP) | 3.5 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
Cambridge English Exams | 169 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
Duolingo English Test | 85 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
Masters and Doctoral Degree:
Test | Minimum score required for full admission | How to submit your English score |
Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet Based Test (IBT) | 79 | Official English score sent by Test Center; Sofia University School Code:9770 |
TOEFL Computer Based Test (CBT) | 212 | Official English score sent by Test Center; Sofia University School Code:9770 |
TOEFL Paper Based Test (PBT) | 548 | Official English score sent by Test Center; Sofia University School Code:9770 |
International English Language Test System (IELTS) | 6.5 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
Person Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) | 50 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP) | 4.0 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
Cambridge English Exams | 176 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
Duolingo English Test | 90 | Official English score sent by Test Center |
The Admissions Counselor will review all the documents provided and send your official Sofia acceptance letter. The admitted student is expected to pay the $200 program acceptance fee as this will automatically confirm your acceptance into your program and allow us to activate your student email account. Initial international students need to pay the $200 program acceptance fee when arriving in the US, transfer international students need to pay the $200 program acceptance fee when we receive the SEVIS record.
You must present the complete admissions package to the U.S. consulate/embassy in your home country. Before you make an appointment for an interview at the U.S. consular/embassy office near you, be sure to pay your I-901 SEVIS fee and complete DS-160 application.
Also, ensure to bring the following documents with you:
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As soon as you receive your F-1 visa, please email us at dso@sofia.edu so that we can prepare for your arrival.
Remember, students on F visas are not permitted to enter the United States earlier than 30 days before the start date of their program stated on their initial I-20 Form.
When you enter the U.S., show the immigration officer:
We understand that enrolling in a university to begin your academic journey is a big step. Our dedicated admissions team is here to guide you through the admissions process and identify the right program for you and your career goals.
If you’re ready to learn more, simply fill out our Request More Information form to the left and we’ll reach out to you. →
+1-888-820-1484
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