2013-2014 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

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 Page 13 2013–14 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Admissions New Student Orientation