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Undergraduate Admission

Global Pathways

Your First Step Toward Success at Pace University

The Pace Global Pathways Program is an excellent opportunity for international students to attend Pace but who do not yet meet the English language proficiency requirements for direct admission to one of our undergraduate degree programs. This supportive program helps you build language skills, study habits, and academic confidence while earning credits toward your degree. With dedicated support and social activities, you’ll feel right at home as you progress into a full-time program at Pace. Every Global Pathways graduate is guaranteed progression to a degree program upon successful completion.

How To Apply

Why apply for Global Pathways?

91%

of Global Pathways students progressed to Pace University over the past 10 years of the program

65+

Degrees to advance from Undergraduate Global Pathways to your dream program at Pace University.

97%

of the Class of 2024 was employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation

Program Details

The Pace Global Pathways Program offers college-level English language instruction combined with academic courses tailored to your chosen field, all taught by Pace University professors.

Depending on your English proficiency score at entry, the program typically lasts 1 to 3 semesters (equivalent to 4, 8, or 12 months).

When you successfully complete the program, you’ll progress seamlessly into a Bachelor’s degree — with up to 31 credits counting toward your degree.

Find Your Program

Requirements to Apply as an Undergraduate Student at Pace University

  • Application & fee
  • Letters of recommendation (2)
  • Written essay/personal statement
  • Official transcripts
  • English-Language proficiency scores or Official SAT scores

Please note - The Pace Global Pathways Program test score requirements for each are:

  • TOEFL®: 67-73
    TOEFL Essentials®: 8.0-8.5
    IELTS: 6.0 (no bands below 5.5)
    Pearson PTE: 50-53
    KITE: 454-461
    SAT: 24-26
    ACT: 17-19
    Duolingo: 110-114

  • TOEFL®: 67-73
    TOEFL Essentials®: 7.5
    IELTS: 6.0 (no bands below 5.5)
    Pearson PTE: 47-49
    KITE: 440-453
    SAT: 22-23
    ACT: 14-16
    Duolingo: 101-109

  • TOEFL®: 61-66
    TOEFL Essentials®: 7.0
    IELTS: 5.5 (no skills below 5.0)
    Pearson PTE: 44-46
    KITE: 428-439
    SAT: 19-21
    ACT: 10-13
    Duolingo: 95-100

Frequently Asked Questions

Our frequently asked questions will assist in providing you a better understanding of the Pace Global Pathways Program.

  • Some international students may not meet the English language entry requirements to enroll directly onto their chosen undergraduate or graduate degree program at Pace. With the Pace Global Pathways Program you will benefit from high-quality English language tuition and academic coursework that prepares you for the demands of studying at the University. You will be guaranteed a place on your chosen bachelor’s or master’s degree at Pace when you successfully complete the Pace Global Pathways Program.

  • Pace Global Pathways Program classes are taught at the New York City campus in lower Manhattan, where you will have access to many of the resources and facilities available to current mainstream degree students. After you have progressed to your degree, you will have the choice of studying at our New York City campus or the Westchester campus in Pleasantville. You will spend your time learning English with other international students and studying academic credit modules.

  • The Pace Global Pathways Program offers you a chance to receive a conditional acceptance to a top university in the U.S., starting you on the path to your university career. The program enhances and enriches your English ability, prepare you academically and connect you to student life on campus. We provide you with resources, tools, and guidance that will help you succeed and get the most out of your Pace University experience.

    Upon successful completion of the Pace Global Pathways Program, you will enter your degree program at Pace University. There is no re-application to the university required once you are accepted into our Pathways program.

  • Our classes usually contain between 10-20 students. We try to keep class sizes small so that you get more personalized support and attention in preparation for your degree. Professors also run open office hours when you can meet one-on-one to discuss your coursework.

  • Yes. Undergraduate students who take the Pace Global Pathways Program will earn between 7-17 academic credits that can be applied to their bachelor’s degree at Pace.

  • All Pace Global Pathways Program students will work with a Pace University Academic Advisor who will offer advice on the courses needed to earn your degree.