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Admission Policy and Procedures

Kentucky Wesleyan College welcomes students who have prepared themselves for success at a competitive college. Applications for admission are reviewed individually upon receipt of all appropriate academic credentials. Students are notified of their admission status as soon as possible. Kentucky Wesleyan College is committed to admitting those applicants who demonstrate the potential for academic success at the College.

FRESHMEN

Students planning to enter the College immediately following graduation from high school are encouraged to submit applications for admission during the fall semester of their senior year. A student must submit an official copy of his or her high school transcript, ACT or SAT scores and a completed application. Applications will be accepted as long as the College has space to accommodate students. Admission to the College will be based on a cumulative High School GPA, the results of either the ACT (American College Test) or the SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) and the student's extracurricular involvement. Applicants may be reviewed by the Admission Committee at the recommendation of the Dean of Admission.

Applicants who do not meet admission standards but who are reviewed favorably by the Admissions Committee will be accepted with qualification or by full acceptance. Before making a decision the committee will consider the student's high school program of study, grades, class rank, ACT or SAT scores and extracurricular activities. Under Admissions Committee review, a student must have high school courses totaling at least fourteen core units in English, math, science, social studies and foreign language. In some instances, the committee may request additional information before making a decision. Students admitted with qualification take a reduced course load and, if necessary, developmental courses in English, reading, math or study skills. Although an on-campus interview is not required, the College believes that such an interview is beneficial to students and parents and therefore encourages applicants to contact the Admission Office to schedule a campus visit.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Students wishing to transfer from an accredited college must submit an official transcript from each college where college level work has been attempted, final official high school transcript with graduation date and a completed application. A 2.0 minimum college cumulative grade average is expected.

Students transferring from an accredited four-year college may transfer up to 96 semester hours, while students from accredited two-year colleges may transfer up to 67 semester hours. Grades earned at other colleges will not be computed in determining students' grade point average at Kentucky Wesleyan College.

Kentucky Wesleyan College recognizes completion of its general education program for those students who have graduated with an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree from the Kentucky Community and Technical College System who transfer to KWC. All decisions on the transfer of courses and course equivalencies will be made by the Registrar of the College in consultation with the appropriate departmental chairperson.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Kentucky Wesleyan College welcomes students from throughout the world. International students must submit an international student application, an English translation of their secondary school transcript may be required, a minimum TOEFL score of 500 and a fee of $50. As federal law does not permit them employment, international students must also submit a certification of finances attesting to the willingness and ability of their parent(s) or guardian(s) to offer them financial support while attending Kentucky Wesleyan College. Upon being granted admission to the college, international students are required to submit a $250 tuition deposit and a $100 housing deposit (resident students only). Once the student's deposit is received, Kentucky Wesleyan College will issue the student an I-20 immigration form. International students who plan to participate in intercollegiate athletics may be required to submit ACT or SAT scores.

SPECIAL STUDENTS

A student who wishes to enroll for specific classes but not seek a degree may apply as a special student. A special student must file a Special Student Application obtained from the Admissions Office.

Transcripts or test scores do not need to be submitted. A special student may take up to 16 semester hours of credit. At that point, the student must file for admission and be admitted. Enrolling as a special student does not guarantee admission to the College. Students who wish to attend classes while still in high school may do so as special students. High school students must submit a high school transcript and a letter of permission from their high school principal or guidance counselor. The student must be a "B"' student in high school.

SENIOR CITIZENS

Anyone who is 62 years of age or more may enroll at Kentucky Wesleyan tuition free and must complete a senior citizen tuition form obtained in the financial aid office. Students are limited to six hours per semester. Classes may be taken for credit or for audit.

AUDITORS

Students may choose to take classes at Wesleyan without receiving credit. Full-time students may audit a class without charge. Others may audit classes on a space available basis by paying a reduced tuition charge plus lab fees if applicable. Audit is not available for individualized personal instruction. With the permission of his or her advisor and the instructor of the course, a student may switch from credit status to audit status in a course before midterm. After midterm, the instructor, the advisor and the Dean of the College can approve such a change in status only under extraordinary circumstances.

HOUSING DEPOSIT

Students who plan to reside in a residence hall must submit a housing deposit of $100. The deposits are refundable only if a written request is submitted to the Admission Office no later than May 1 for fall applicants or November 30 for spring applicants. Deposits paid after the refund deadline are not refundable.