All international applicants and applicants for graduate programs whose first language is not English must be able to demonstrate their English language proficiency. Exceptions are given to most candidates in English speaking countries. In most cases, candidates who are citizens from these countries need NOT be held for proof of English Language Proficiency (ELP). Language of instruction at institution attended must be English. Those applicants who do not demonstrate English language proficiency must fulfill the requirements stated below as part of the admissions procedure. Graduate students may be admitted on regular status or on provisional status.