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, pharmacy, 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.
Admission Criteria for Freshmen Candidates
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by a church
leader.
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 as confirmed by a church
leader.
3. A minimum 3.0 cumulative college grade point average in
nondevelopmental course work.
4. Proof of successful high school completion.
Admission Criteria for Postbaccalaureate Candidates
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by a church
leader.
3. Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from a
regionally accredited or otherwise approved university.
Admission Criteria for International Candidates (non-U.S.
citizens)
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by a church
leader.
3. Successful completion of a secondary school program.
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.
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Admission Criteria for High School Dual Enrollment
Candidates
1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by a church
leader.
3. For academic admission requirements, please visit the dual
enrollment website at
cedarville.edu/dual-enrollment
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 as confirmed by a church
leader (note: Only required if the student has left Cedarville
for more than one term.).
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 as confirmed by a church
leader
3. Satisfactory academic progress at most recent academic
institution
Undergraduate Admission Process and
Deadlines
Cedarville University follows a rolling admissions process.
An application is reviewed as soon as the application and all
supplemental items are received. However, if an applicant’s
credentials do not meet rolling admission standards, the file will
be held for full committee review. This process occurs monthly and
involves a thorough review of the applicant’s academic credentials
as well as a variety of personal factors. Applicants who are held
for full committee review will be contacted by their admission
counselor. Application files may also be held for additional
information if deemed necessary. Applicants are officially notified
by letter within two weeks after the admissions committee acts
upon the completed file. Applicants may also monitor their
application status online.
While there is no specific application deadline under this model,
applicants are encouraged to apply early for the term desired due
to other deadlines (e.g., financial aid, housing, etc.). International
applicants do have a final application deadline of May 1 for fall
semester and November 1 for spring semester.
Students who have been offered admission for a particular
semester may request to defer their enrollment to a subsequent
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.
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