Admission Factors
Academic and Non-Academic Factors Considered in the Admissions Process
Academic and non-academic factors which may be considered in the holistic admissions evaluation process and/or waitlist review include, but are not limited to:
- Overall high school GPA and academic achievement (most important consideration)
- Grade trends or improvement over time (this item and those following are not listed in any specific order)
- Rigor of an applicant’s high school courses relative to the rigor of the courses offered at the applicant’s high school
- Contribution to the economic or geographic diversity of the student body
- Family educational background
- SAT I or ACT scores (if student is not eligible for test optional review or if the scores will be a positive contribution to the review)
- Requirements for remedial course placement
- Special skills or outstanding talent, achievement, or aptitude in a particular area
- Intended major
- Work experience or military service
- Commitment to community and leadership