semester by notifying Admissions in writing at least one month
before the semester begins.
Reservation Deposit
A reservation deposit must be submitted by new and readmitted
students to indicate their intention to enroll. This money is credited
to the student’s account and used to cover tuition expenses. A
student must submit a reservation deposit to register for courses.
The reservation deposit is fully refundable if the request for
refund is received before the reservation deposit deadline. All
refund requests must be made in writing by the student. No
refunds are available after the deposit deadline.
Reservation deposit deadlines are as follows:
Term
Deadline
Fall Semester
May 1
Spring Semester
Nov. 1
Summer Session I
Apr. 15
Summer Session II
May 15
Summer Session III
May 15
Summer Session IV May 15
Summer Session V May 15
Students admitted after the reservation deposit deadlines must
submit their reservation deposits within two weeks of notification
of admission. See
cedarville.edu/paydeposit
for reservation
deposit details.
New Student Orientation
All new degree-seeking students are required to attend the
orientation program for their term of enrollment (fall or spring).
Undergraduate Admission Policies
High School Preparation
Although Cedarville doesn’t prescribe actual secondary school
course requirements, we strongly recommend that you follow a
college preparatory curriculum that includes the following:
• 4 units of English (grammar, composition, and literature)
• 3–4 units of mathematics (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry,
Trigonometry, and Precalculus)
• 3 units of natural science (physical science, biology, and
chemistry)
• 3 units of social studies (history and government)
• 3 units of a single foreign language
If you plan to study pharmacy, engineering, science,
mathematics, or nursing, take as many courses in mathematics
and science as possible in your secondary school curriculum.
It is common for applicants to present transcripts containing
honors, advanced placement, and international baccalaureate
courses.
When choosing electives in your secondary education, select
those that develop your interests and skills in the field you’re
considering for a major.
Grade Point Average Calculation
Unweighted high school cumulative grade point averages are
considered, along with SAT and ACT scores, for evaluation of
admission to the University as well as in the awarding of academic
scholarships and need-based grants. Please visit the University’s
Financial Aid website for the most current policy on the use of GPA
and ACT/SAT for determining financial aid.
Any cumulative grade point average indicated as “weighted” is
recalculated using the high school’s grading scale. All cumulative
GPAs reported in numeric averages are converted to letter grades
using the school’s grading scale. Grade point averages are
recalculated based on an unweighted 4.0 scale. All grades earned
for high school credit are considered.
Standardized Test Use
Cedarville University always considers your highest ACT
composite score or SAT combined score (critical reading
and math) from a single test date. We do not recombine or
“superscore” SAT or ACT scores from multiple test dates.
Cedarville University recommends that you take the ACT writing
test, but it is not required for admission. Cedarville University does
not require SAT subject tests.
Cedarville’s SAT code is 1151 and our ACT code is 3245. Test
scores should be reported directly from the respective testing
agency. Scores may also be reported on the official high school
transcript from traditional high school programs.
Accepted students may increase the amount of their financial
aid awards with improved test scores if received by the posted
financial aid deadlines found at
cedarville.edu/scholarships
.
Additionally, there are GPA requirements for all awards.
Cedarville does accept test scores submitted from the Advanced
Placement program, the International Baccalaureate program,
and the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). For further
information on these programs and Cedarville’s transfer credit
policies, contact the Office of the Registrar.
Upon enrollment, University students must demonstrate
proficiency in English and mathematics. For proficiency purposes,
Cedarville University will consider the highest subject score from
either the ACT or SAT. English proficiency can be met with either
a score of 21 on the English section of the ACT, or a score of 500
on the critical reading section of the SAT. Math proficiency can be
met with either a score of 19 on the math section of the ACT, or a
score of 500 on the math section of the SAT.
International Admission Policies (non-US citizens)
Cedarville University welcomes applications for admission
from students of all nations. The University was approved for the
acceptance of nonimmigrant enrollment by the United States
Citizenship and Immigration Services in 1959. International
students should follow the University admissions procedures
carefully, submitting their applications well in advance of
deadlines so that sufficient time is available for processing and
communication.
All international applicants are required to submit one of the
following: TOEFL, ACT, or SAT scores. Cedarville’s institution code
for the TOEFL /SAT is 1151 and for the ACT is 3245. The test must
have been taken within the last five years. Test scores may be
waived for applicants who have completed an entire baccalaureate
program in a U.S. college or university.
International applicants coming from countries in which
English is not the native language will need to demonstrate their
proficiency in English by taking the Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Test
(IELTS). All international applicants must submit official results
from either TOEFL or IELTS. The required score on the TOEFL is
an Internet-based score of 80. The required score on the IELTS
is a 6.5. To satisfy United States Citizenship and Immigration
Services requirements for F-1 visa status, Cedarville University
is required by law to verify the financial resources of each
international applicant prior to issuing the Certificate of Eligibility
(Form I-20 for F-1 visa applicants or Form DS-2019 for J-1 visa
applicants). In addition to completing application for admission
materials to Cedarville University, applicants must also submit
the Affidavit of Financial Support form (with supporting bank
documents). Prior to final enrollment, international students must
deposit funds to cover one semester’s worth of expenses at the
University in U.S. currency. University expenses include tuition,
room, board, and variable costs.
Questions concerning immigration issues should be directed
to the international student advisor. International students may
qualify for some academic institutional scholarships by submitting
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