@uju_ifeoma Hi Olumuyiwa, hope this message finds you well.
Thank you for your feedback, conscientious research, and interest in Northeastern University. The reason why some (not all) of the 9 colleges at NU require Nigerian citizens and residents to take English proficiency exams,

@uju_ifeoma is that, despite Nigerian educational system use of English as the language of instruction, actual proficiency in the language varies greatly among Nigerian applicants. We know this from our analysis of historical test data (e.g. some applicants score high on the IELTS,

@uju_ifeoma some don’t, some don’t even meet minimum standards for admissions consideration). In addition, some programs at NU are English intensive, some are less. That is, proficiency in the language is crucial in some programs relative to others. With all

@uju_ifeoma that said, we have a waiver request form that applicants with work experience in an approved list of countries (including Canada) can submit. If their work experience is extensive enough, we’re happy to waive the requirement. If you’re interested in this, please let us know.

@uju_ifeoma Last, please note that we are intentional with our policies, and it may be useful to add that we are coincidentally revisiting our policies regarding our many Nigerian applicants.
Sincerely,