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Students are encouraged to request information from the admissions office and are encouraged to visit campus. An interview with an admissions counselor is a recommended step in the application process. Arrangements for visits can be made through the admissions office at 540-432-4118 or at www.emu.edu/admissions.
High School Preparation for College
Students completing the college preparatory program of study in their high school will be best prepared for college. Typically students take four units of English, three of math, three of science, three of social studies, and two or more of foreign language. Chemistry is essential for students who plan to enter the nursing program. Students accepted into EMU who have not completed their high school's college preparatory program should give special consideration to their course selection with their advisor.
Early Admission
Students who have accelerated their high school program and wish to enroll at EMU prior to graduation from high school are required to submit an application for admission. In addition to regular admission requirements, applicants for early admission will be asked to demonstrate academic excellence and social readiness for college. Letters of recommendation from the high school counselor and an English teacher are required of early applicants. An interview with an EMU admissions counselor is also required.
Applying for Admission
Any student wishing to enroll for the first time for 6 or more semester hours (SH) within a given semester is required to apply for admission to the university. New students are admitted for either the fall or spring semester. Admission to EMU is granted on a rolling basis. It is recommended, however, that high school students apply in the fall of their senior year.
- Application for Admission: A completed admission application must be submitted to the admissions office by anyone wishing to enroll for 6 or more semester hours for the first time.
Applying for admission to EMU constitutes an indication of a student's desire to be a part of a university community made up of students, faculty, administrators and staff members. - Transcripts: Applicants need to request a current transcript be sent from their high school to the admissions office. A supplementary (final) transcript will be required upon completion of high school. Home schooled applicants must submit a transcript for course work from grades 9-12. Transfer applicants should also request that official transcripts of all college courses completed be sent to the admissions office. The transfer transcript(s) must include all college-level credit earned. If a transfer student has earned thirty or more SH post high school from other colleges or universities, a high school transcript is not required.
- Entrance Tests: Scores from either the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) of the College Entrance Examination Board or the American College Testing Program (ACT) are optional for all first-year applicants. EMU's SAT college code is 5181; the ACT college code is 4348. Students can have scores sent directly to the university from the testing organization.
- References: Applicants who do not meet the basic entry requirements may be required to submit contact information of an academic and a character reference. The academic reference should be an English teacher.
- Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form: Transfer applicants are required to submit a Student Life Transfer Recommendation Form from residential institutions previously attended.
Transferring to EMU
Students from other institutions who are considering a transfer to EMU are invited to visit the university, talk with professors, and visit classes. Upon request, unofficial assessments of how credits will be transferred to EMU will be provided after an application for admission is submitted. Transfer students from two-year colleges may transfer up to 65 semester hours (75 from Hesston College) toward a degree at EMU. Students planning to transfer to EMU for the completion of a degree will find it helpful to contact the EMU admissions staff as early as possible.
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- The request must be made within 60 days after completing the first 12 SH of credit following readmission.
- The option will be granted only once to a student.
- Eligible students will receive degree credit for only those courses in which grades of C or better were earned prior to readmission.
- Quality points earned for all courses completed prior to readmission will not be included in calculating the new cumulative GPA.
- All grades will remain on the transcript.
International Student Admission
As a university which emphasizes cross-cultural education, EMU welcomes international students who have the necessary preparation to enter a degree program.
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In addition to the above requirements, an international student must demonstrate "ability to pay."
Summer School
Enrollment in summer school is a separate process and does not constitute regular admission to the university. Students wishing to enroll in summer courses should contact the university registrar's office 540-432-4110.
Requirements for Admission
Factors given consideration in the admission decision include previous academic performance in high school or college, ability as indicated by the SAT, ACT, GED, TOEFL or IELTS scores, personal maturity, and commitment to uphold the lifestyle expectations of EMU.
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- Conditional admission means that students participate in the Academic Advocacy program, under the supervision of the Provost’s office. The program will provide holistic advising and student support to strengthen the student's potential for success. Students work with a "first year" advisor to develop a manageable course load during their first two semesters and will take a college success course during their first semester. See the Academic Support section for more information.
The Admission Decision
The receipt of an application by the admissions office is acknowledged by letter, email or phone call. An admission decision is considered when the file is complete with all requested information. The applicant will be notified of delays in receiving necessary information. A letter of admission, outlining any conditions associated with the admission, or a letter of denial will be sent to the student within seven days after a decision has been made. Students qualifying for unconditional admission are granted admission by the admissions office. Admission decisions for applicants not meeting unconditional admission criteria are made by the Admissions Committee.
Appealing the Admission Decision
Any applicant who is denied admission, or who is granted conditional admission may appeal that decision by filing a written request for review to the director of Admissions within 10 days of being notified of the decision. The student should include with that request any additional supporting information not previously available, particularly information of an academic nature.
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Any student who chooses to go beyond the first appeal must direct a second appeal in writing to the Vice President for Innovation and Student Recruitment and the Provost’s office within ten days of receiving the committee's decision on the first appeal.
Continuance of Admission Status
Students that meet the required academic criteria are granted unconditional readmission each subsequent semester. Students failing to meet the criteria may be placed on an academic warning, academic probation, or denied readmission.
Academic review information can be found under the Academic Policies section of the academic catalog.
Credit by Examination and Experience
Options for advanced placement, credit by examination and service-learning credit are described in Credit by Examination and Service-Learning Credit in the Academic and Degree Information section.
Part-Time Enrollment
Part-time enrollment is defined as taking 11 SH or fewer in a semester. To enroll for 6 hours or more, a student must be admitted to the university (see Applying for Admission in the Admissions section).
Students may enroll for fewer than 6 hours by completing registration forms available from the university registrar's office.
High School Concurrent Enrollment
Students in their senior year of high school may enroll in one course per semester, with the written recommendation from their high school guidance counselor or principal. Registration for credit or audit by persons not yet at the high school senior level or by high school seniors who want to take more than one course per semester must have special approval from the vice president and a dean.
Preparation for Enrollment
The following steps are important in completing the admission process and preparing for enrollment.
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