Appealing an Admission Decision
In the event that an applying student does not satisfy at least one set of the University’s eligibility standards, the student is entitled to submit an appeal to the Office of Admissions to request a favorable admission decision. Students must complete the pertinent appeals process that aligns with their situation before their admission decision is reconsidered.
Appeal Process for Students Not Meeting Eligibility or Eligibility-Gateway Program Requirements
Once a first-time student is denied admission to the University, he/she can submit the following additional documentation for reconsideration of the admission decision.
- Written personal statement addressing why admission should be granted and what steps the student will take to ensure his/her success if given the opportunity to enroll.
- Most recent transcript/report card to be submitted.
- Two additional supporting letters of recommendation from high school teacher(s), administrator(s), or guidance counselor(s).
In addition to the above items, the student is expected to be interviewed in person or via electronic means by a University-designated representative. A written evaluation of the interview will be added to the student’s appeal documents.
Appeal Process for Students Not Meeting Eligibility-Transfer Student Requirements
Once a transfer student is denied admission to the University, he/she can submit the following additional documentation for reconsideration of the admission decision.
- Written personal statement of the appealing student addressing why admission should be granted and what steps the student will take to ensure his/her success if given the opportunity to enroll.
- Most recent transcript to be submitted and any current coursework listed on transcript.
- Two supporting letters of recommendation from high school teacher(s), college professor(s), college administrator(s), guidance counselor, or current employer.
In addition to the above items, the student is expected to be interviewed in person or via electronic means by a University-designated representative. A written evaluation of the interview will be added to the student’s appeal documents.
Process of Admission Decision Reconsideration
Once all the appeal materials as well as the interview evaluation has been received by the Office of Admissions, the appeal will be reviewed by the Director of Admission in consultation with Director of Academic Advising. A decision will be made within 10 business days of the completion of the appeal and the Office of Admissions will notify the student of the decision. No appeal may be initiated or completed any later than June 15 for fall enrollment; December 1, for spring enrollment; and May 1 for summer enrollment. Any student who is admitted through the appeals process will be automatically placed in the Gateway program and is subject to the rules and responsibilities of that program. The decision that is made after the full review is final.