2016-17 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

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Undergraduate Admission Criteria
High school, transfer, postbaccalaureate, international, and
nontraditional students with a clear testimony of faith in Jesus
Christ and strong academic credentials are invited to apply for
undergraduate admission to Cedarville University. The admissions
committee seeks to admit students who possess the potential
to graduate and exemplify the University’s portrait statements in
their spheres of influence. Students are also expected to be in
agreement with key parts of the University doctrinal statement,
the Cedarville Covenant, and the community lifestyle guidelines.
All degree-seeking students must give evidence of high school
completion by the time they enroll at the University.
Nursing, engineering, and liberal arts have minimum academic
credentials for admission to their programs. Music and worship
majors must audition to pursue a degree. Additionally, those
interested in the Cedarville University Honors Program should
observe the separate application deadline and criteria. Please
review the appropriate sections of this catalog for further
information on these programs.
Cedarville University does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, sex, disability, or national origin.
Note: Applicants who do not meet the stated academic criteria
may still be successful in the admission process. Other factors
are considered, which might indicate the potential for success.
Please contact University Admissions if you have questions.
The following admission criteria are subject to change or
amendment by the Cedarville Admissions Committee.
Admission Criteria for Freshmen Candidates
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle confirmed by a Christian
leader reference.
3. A minimum 3.0 unweighted, cumulative grade point
average in college preparatory course work.
4. ACT or SAT test scores at or above the national average
(22 ACT; 1020 SAT).
Admission Criteria for Transfer Candidates
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle confirmed by a Christian
leader reference.
3. A minimum 2.75 cumulative college grade point average in
nondevelopmental course work.
4. Proof of successful high school completion or passing
score on GED.
Admission Criteria for Postbaccalaureate Candidates
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle confirmed by a Christian
leader reference.
3. Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from a
regionally accredited or otherwise approved university with
a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average.
Admission Criteria for International Candidates (non-U.S.
citizens)
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle confirmed by a Christian
leader reference.
3. Successful completion of a secondary school program.
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4. Transfer applicants should have a minimum of
a 3.0 cumulative college grade point average in
nondevelopmental course work.
5. Minimum TOEFL score of 80 or IELTS score of 6.5.
Admission Criteria for College Now Candidates
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by a church
leader.
3. A 3.0 unweighted, cumulative grade point average in
college-preparatory course work through the end of the
most recent term prior to enrollment.
4. ACT or SAT test scores (22 ACT composite: 21 English, 19
Math, 20 Reading, 20 Science; pre-March 2016 SAT 1020
combined: 500 Critical Reading, 500 Math; post-March
2016 SAT 1100 combined: 570 Evidence Based Reading
and Writing, 530 Math).
Admission Criteria for Readmit Candidates
A readmit candidate is defined as a former Cedarville University
student who has sat out for one semester or more.
1. Continued evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus
Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle confirmed by a Christian
leader reference.
3. Satisfactory academic progress in designated program of
study.
4. Satisfactory student life record.
A student who has left the University under probation,
suspension, or dismissal of any kind must satisfy the requirements
given at the time of such action in order to be cleared for
readmission.
A student who has been readmitted after one year away from
Cedarville University must complete the graduation requirements
as outlined in the catalog in use at the time of reenrollment.
Admission Criteria for Nondegree Candidates (personal
enrichment/audit)
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle confirmed by a Christian
leader reference.
3. Satisfactory academic progress at most recent academic
institution.
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