Admission

The procedures listed in this section are to apply for admission as a traditional full-time student (freshman or re-entry). Those students with an interest in part-time, evening, online, or weekend study; or who are transferring more than 12 hours to the University should refer to the Transfer Admission and/or the Graduate and Special Programs section of this catalog.

The University of Findlay takes matters of falsification or omission of information on the admission application seriously. Falsification or omission of any admission-related data includes, but is not limited to, high schools attended, college or universities attended, and GPA or ACT/SAT scores submitted. If any falsification or omission of information on the admission application is discovered during the admission process, the application, at the sole option of the University, may be considered null and void, and may be rejected. If any falsification or omission of information on the admission application is discovered after admission has been granted, the granting of admission, at the sole option of the University, may be immediately rescinded, and the applicant student’s status may be terminated.

Eligibility

Entrance into The University of Findlay requires an earned diploma from an accredited high school in a college preparatory course of study or a GED. The faculty recommends four units of English, three units of mathematics, three units of social studies (including one in history), two units of science, and two units of foreign language.

The following criteria are used as standards for freshman admission:

· High school grades and class ranks

· American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores

· Academic Letter of Recommendation

· Other indicators of academic and personal success (character, study habits, personality, etc);

· International students entering The University of Findlay’s undergraduate program must submit a TOEFL score of at least 500. International students whose medium of instruction was in English at the secondary and/or post-secondary levels may apply to exemption from this requirement.

Certain programs (e.g. environmental safety, and occupational health management, pre-veterinary medicine, and pharmacy) may require additional criteria.

How and When to Apply

The Office of Admissions provides application forms to prospective students and receives the applications when completed. The Office of Admissions must also receive a high school transcript showing grade point average and class rank, as well as results of the Scholastic Aptitude Test or American College Test. Both should be requested from the high school guidance counselor.

The college education may begin during the fall or spring semester or in the summer session. Applications for fall semester enrollment are complete early in the senior year. Summer enrollment is processed through the Graduate and Special Programs Office, 419-434-4600. All prospective students are strongly encouraged to visit the campus. An interview/visit can provide a better idea of the educational opportunities available at Findlay. The Office of Admission is open from 8 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 12 noon Saturdays. To set up an appointment, call the Office of Admissions at 419-434-4540 or 1-800-548-0932.

Entrance Examinations

The University of Findlay accepts either American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) results. If more than one set of scores is submitted, the higher scores are used to determine eligibility.

Advanced Placement

Advanced Placement Examination of the College Entrance Examination Board are not required for admission, but it is possible to receive advances standing and/or college credit by submitting the results of the Advances Placement Examination. Credit and/or waiver may be given for grades of three or better upon evaluation by the appropriate college dean.

Notification of Decision

Notification of the admission decision will be made within one week from the time all required materials have been received by the Office of Admissions.

Deposit

An advanced deposit of $150 is required upon acceptance to ensure enrollment and housing. The deposit is credited to the first semester billing. In accordance with the Statement of Principles of Good Practice (of The National Association of College Admission Counselors), the full amount of the advance deposit will be refunded if a written request for withdrawal is received prior to May 1 for first-semester applicants or December 15 for second-semester applicants. After that date, the deposit is nonrefundable.

Health and housing forms will be sent upon receipt of the deposit. A final transcript of the student’s high school record must be submitted to the Office of Admissions after acceptance.

New Student Registration and Orientation

Full-time, first-time freshman and transfers entering the University with fewer than 12 hours of college credit are required to attend a one-day registration program. This event proved the students the opportunity to meet with faculty advisers, to register for classes, and to take care of many of the functional details such as obtaining an ID card, selecting a meal plan, and obtaining a parking pass. There are specific sessions for parents to attend to address the wide range of topics relative to the student’s college career.

Orientation is required two-day program which occurs the weekend prior to the beginning of classes. It serves as an introduction to college life and provides the student with an overview of programs and services available.