Siena Heights University
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ADMISSION
Siena Heights admits students who have the intellectual ability and self-motivation to accept the challenge of working toward their academic goals in an atmosphere of support and freedom . In addition to academic records , evidence of the ability to benefit from the opportunities and resources available at Siena Heights is considered . Siena Heights University follows a “ rolling admissions ” procedure . This means that qualified students receive admissions decisions as they complete the formal application process by submitting the online application and all supporting data .
First-Time Freshmen
1 . Complete and submit the online Undergraduate Application for Admission 2 . Request an official secondary school transcript ( or official GED certificate ) 3 . If applicable , request official college transcript ( s ) for all Dual Enrollment coursework taken . 4 . If applicable , submit official Advanced Placement ( AP ), International Baccalaureate ( IB ), or College Level
Examination Program ( CLEP ) test results .
Note : Because Siena is a Test-Optional institution , official SAT or ACT score results are accepted , but are not required for admission to the University . Some academic and athletic programs , however , require SAT or ACT results to determine program eligibility .
Transfer Students
1 . Complete and submit the online Undergraduate Application for Admission 2 . Request official transcripts from all colleges and postsecondary institutions attended 3 . Transfer students with less than 60 credits must submit an official final secondary school transcript ( or official GED certificate with date of graduation ). Transfer students with 60 or more transfer credits are not required to submit a secondary school transcript or GED certificate .
4 . If applicable , submit official Advanced Placement ( AP ), International Baccalaureate ( IB ), or College Level Examination Program ( CLEP ) test results .
5 . Transfer students who hold certificate ( s ) of training , licensure , and / or registry should submit appropriate documents , including work experience verification , for evaluation .
Graduate College Students
1 . Complete and submit the online Graduate College Application for Admission 2 . Request official college transcript ( s ) from all previously-attended institutions of higher learning 3 . Provide a current professional resume 4 . Complete required Essay ( details available in the application checklist after application has been submitted ) 5 . Submit completed Criminal Conviction Disclosure Form 6 . Provide three Recommendation Forms 7 . For teachers , provide a copy of the teacher ’ s certificate 8 . For counseling applicants , an interview is required with the Program Director 9 . Submit a non-refundable Enrollment Deposit ($ 50 )
Readmission Students
1 . Former students seeking readmission to Siena Heights University following a period of non-attendance for one or more sessions are required to complete the online Application for Readmission .
2 . Final decisions regarding readmission are made after approval is received from designated administrative departments that may include , but are not limited to , the Office of the Registrar , Office of Residence Life , Financial Aid Office , and the Office of Student Accounts .
3 . Official transcripts of all college coursework attempted since the student last attended Siena Heights University must be submitted , along with any additional requested information , prior to a readmission decision .
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