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The Application Process

We require four items to complete your application:
Application: Apply Now electronically or submit a paper application.
Official high school transcript
Official SAT or ACT scores*
$35.00 application fee

Optional items:
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Personal Essay (Essay Prompt: Is there something you would like to tell us about yourself?)

*SAT/ACT scores are not required for students who graduated more than 2 years ago
Average Student Profile

As a public university, we are able to maintain both high-quality and access as factors that shape the student body at IUP. From our Robert E. Cook Honors College to our regional campuses (IUP at Punxsutawney and IUP at Northpointe), IUP provides a variety of support services to enable all students to excel academically.

For the 2008–09 entering class:

Average SAT Score: 1000 (Mathematics and Critical Reading sections only;we do not use the Writing section)

Average Cumulative High School GPA: 3.0
Recommended Timeline

The key to a smooth transition into college is proper planning.

Spring semester, junior year: Take your SATs or ACTs if you haven’t already! Don’t let these tests get you stressed—get one exam over with and see how you do. It will help you plan down the road.

Summer before your senior year: Visit us! This is a great time to see how beautiful the campus is.

September 15, senior year: We will begin reviewing applications for your class. Get your application in early! Also, register to take your SATs or ACTs again if you need to—get information from your guidance counselor.

Two weeks after you apply: You should hear from us with a decision or a request for more information so we can learn more about you.

May 1: You have until May 1 to make your decision and show your commitment to IUP by making a $150 tuition deposit. This holds your place in the freshman class and guarantees you housing if you plan to live on campus.

If you are interested in taking college-level classes and you are neither 18 years of age or older nor a high school graduate, you are considered an Early Admissions student.

Early Admissions acceptance is determined by the College of DuPage Admission and Information office on a case-by-case basis. Your first step is to speak with an admission specialist. Call (630) 942-2380 to schedule a qualifying interview and to discuss the required placement test procedures.

To meet Early Admissions requirements, you must:
Score into Category One on both the C.O.D. reading and writing placement tests. Math and science courses may require math placement test results.
Have a minimum high school GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or 3.75 on a 5.0 scale.
Complete the Early Admissions Application. It is also available at your high school or can be mailed to you by an admission specialist.
Interview with an admission specialist
Please note the following:
Approval from your high school counselor or parent does not guarantee admission.
During your first term at C.O.D., you will be limited to ONE academic course.
The Early Admissions process must be repeated each semester until the student turns 18 or graduates from high school.

Admission Requirements

A high school student wanting to apply for enrollment at NSU should meet the requirements listed below. Applications are reviewed on an individual basis so students not meeting all requirements should still apply. An Admissions Counselor will work with your application and inform you on any additional paperwork needed.

Requirements:
Achieve an 18 (or above) on the ACT test;
OR
Have a high school GPA of 2.6 (or above);
OR
Rank in the top 60% of the graduating class
AND
In addition to meeting one of the above, a student should have a “C” average in the following course work:

4 years of English.
3 years of advanced math.
3 years of social science.
3 years of lab science.
1 year of fine arts.
Admissions Checklist

The following checklist should help in making sure that you have completed the necessary steps in starting your admissions process to NSU.
Take the ACT test.
Send us your ACT or SAT scores. We accept both.
Fill out the NSU application.
Remember the $20.00 application fee.
Contact your high school to have your official transcripts sent to NSU/ESC.
If you have taken any college classes, contact this school and request official transcripts be sent to NSU/ESC.