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Capital selects students who present a combination of ability, maturity, motivation, character and commitment. The admission committee carefully considers a student’s academic record, as well as a student’s motivation, character and citizenship record as demonstrated through the application process. Capital University admits qualified students regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability or national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the university.
Admission requirements
All degree candidates entering Capital University should have graduated from an accredited high school (or its equivalent) with a strong college preparatory curriculum. In preparation for the university, it is strongly suggested that students complete a minimum of 16 academic units including:
4 units of college preparatory English 3 units of mathematics (minimum-Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2) 3 units of natural science (including two lab sciences) 3 units of social science 2 units of foreign language (preferably the same language) 1 unit of fine arts
Test-Optional
Capital offers two options for admission consideration: prospective students can either provide traditional test scores or complete a test-optional questionnaire. Both admission options require high school transcripts. Our test-optional policy can be considered a hybrid holistic review process, meaning we still evaluate academic indicators but will also consider supplementary materials such as essays, co/extra-curricular activities, and work experience, among other factors, when reviewing applicants. We hope to make the Capital experience more accessible and inclusive and look forward to an enriched campus community.
Application procedures
1) All students must submit the application for admission. Apply online at apply.capital.edu/portal/apply or through the Common Application at commonapp.org
2) High school students also must submit:
- The official high school transcript
- ACT or SAT scores or apply test-optional
- A school counselor information sheet also may be requested
- Home-schooled students must also submit three letters of recommendation from someone other than a parent.
3) Transfer students also must submit:
- Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
- Official high school transcript if less than 30 semester hours earned
- WES or SpanTran evaluation of all post-secondary study outside the United States.
- F1 and J1 transfer students must complete the transfer eligibility form sent by the Admission office.
4) International students also must submit:
- official records/transcripts/exam results of all secondary and/or post-secondary school work
- school leaving (graduation) certificates (when they become available)
- official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score report. Capital’s TOEFL code is 1099*. The ACT or SAT is required if the student’s native language is English and they do not wish to submit a TOEFL score.
- Students submitting DuoLingo exam scores will be required to re-test upon arrival to campus via the Global Education Office.
- for students coming to the U.S. on an F-1 or J-1 immigration status, financial documentation demonstrating sufficient funds to live and study in the U.S. for a one-year period.
- photocopy of passport identification page
5) ESL students also must submit:
- $25 non-refundable application fee
6) Some departments and programs may have additional admission criteria.
7) Conservatory of Music applicants seeking a B.M. (Bachelor of Music) must complete a separate audition application and audition in the principal performing medium. Scheduled auditions are held on campus in the spring semester.
8) A $200 enrollment deposit confirms the student’s intent to enroll and can be paid through a student’s application status page at apply.capital.edu/status.
9) Complete information about admission procedures can be found on Capital’s Web site at capital.edu/admission-aid/.
Types of admission
Rolling admission: The candidate meets all the qualifications for admission as a degree candidate and may apply any time following completion of the junior year of high school. Admission decisions are made throughout the year as applications are completed.
Transfer admission: The candidate has attended another college or university after graduating from high school. Transfer credit is awarded for all courses successfully completed at a regionally accredited college or university as per “Transfer of Credit,” discussed in the Undergraduate Academic Policies, Regulations and General Information section. The acceptance of these credits toward Capital’s degree program requires the approval of the program in which the student enrolls.
Transfer candidates for any program must be in good academic and social standing at the college or university last attended. A transfer candidate should have achieved a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) at all colleges and universities attended. Candidates majoring in music should demonstrate satisfactory work in college-level music courses and complete a successful audition with the Conservatory faculty. The transfer candidate interested in the nursing program shall have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Sciences that apply to the major should have been taken within the last five years with a minimum cumulative average of 2.75 for those sciences.
Non-degree admission: Students who are pursuing university courses for reasons other than earning a degree at Capital University are considered to be non-degree students. Applicants are expected to submit the appropriate admission application and the $25 nonrefundable application fee. Students who plan to pursue degrees elsewhere should consult with that institution prior to enrolling at Capital. Non-degree students must have graduated from high school (or earned a GED). However, current high school students may enroll in courses on a non-degree basis they provide proof of satisfactory high school preparation.
Non-degree students may, at any time, apply for degree status at the university through the Office of Undergraduate Admission. Students are subject to the policies, regulations and degree requirements in effect at the time of initial matriculation into the university as degree-seeking students.
Readmission: A student who has been absent from the university for one semester or longer must apply for readmission through the Registrar’s Office. (See Undergraduate Academic Policies, Regulations and General Information for further information.)
For further information, please visit the Admission website at capital.edu/admission-aid/.
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