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The Office of Admission is responsible for managing the admission process for current students and prospective Albertson students. Admission is granted on a selective basis. The admission committee, consisting of college administrators and faculty, strives to admit students who show promise of success at the college. In its selection process, the admission committee reviews past academic performance, participation in school and community activities, recommendations, writing samples and standardized test scores. The college does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, color, national origin, or sexual orientation in administration of its admission and financial aid policies.
Information regarding admission is also available at www.collegeofidaho.edu. Freshmen ApplicantsStudents may begin the application process any time after the end of their junior year in high school. In order to be considered for admission, students should submit the following materials to the Office of Admission, Albertson College, 2112 Cleveland Blvd., Caldwell, Idaho 83605:
Note on official transcripts: Transcripts are official only when mailed directly from the issuing institution to the Admission Office. Students who have graduated from high school two years prior to their anticipated date of enrollment and do not have ACT or SAT scores should consult with an admission counselor about test score and counselor and teacher evaluation requirements. In addition, a personal interview and campus visit are recommended. While there is no required pattern of high school study necessary for admission, the following combination is strongly recommended: English -- 4 years APPLICATION DEADLINES Early Action is November 15. Applicants admitted by Early Action will be informed December 15 and will qualify for early consideration of scholarships and financial aid. The deadline for Priority Consideration is February 15. Applications received by this date will be given priority in the regular admission and financial aid process. Notification is rolling and based on availability for applications completed after February 15. Admitted students responding with their tuition deposit/matriculation fee of $300 on or before May 1 are guaranteed a place in the class. The final application deadline for freshman applications is June 1. Any applications submitted after this date will be considered by petition only. Financial aid is awarded only after acceptance. Transfer ApplicantsStudents who have already completed at least 28 semester units or 35 quarter units of continuous enrollment at accredited colleges or universities will be considered for admission on the basis of that academic record (rather than the secondary school record) provided they have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better. Students who have completed fewer than 28 semester or 35 quarter units should apply as freshman applicants, but may be granted advanced credit for that work. Transfer applicants should submit items listed in numbers 1 and 2 in the Freshman Applicants section of the Admission chapter, as well as official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended. A Faculty Evaluation and a Statement of Good Standing from the last institution attended full-time are also required. The transfer application deadline is August 1. Any applications submitted after this date will be considered by petition only. COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS Units earned at accredited colleges or universities will be evaluated by the registrar and credit will be given in accordance with college policy only after a student has been accepted. In general, credit will be accepted for courses which are comparable to courses in the college curriculum. Units earned at non-accredited colleges may be accepted as a basis for advanced standing in accordance with the recommendations of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, but only upon satisfactory completion of at least 30 units in residence at the college. JUNIOR COLLEGE CREDIT Readmission ApplicantsStudents who leave the college for one or more semesters, and who do not apply for a leave of absence, or whose leave of absence has expired, must petition the Admission Committee for readmission. To petition, students must submit the following to the Admission Office:
Home School ApplicantsHome school students with above average standardized test scores (1160 SAT or 25 ACT or higher; with subscore restrictions) will be admitted with a home school transcript. Students with scores less than 1160 SAT or 25 ACT or subscores less than 500 SAT or 20 ACT will be required to present additional standardized test results, such as the GED. GED scores must be 50 or higher with no subscore below 45. International Student ApplicantsInternational students whose native language is not English must submit the following materials to the Office of Admission, Albertson College, 2112 Cleveland Blvd., Caldwell, Idaho 83605:
They are also required to submit one of the following official test scores:
Similar English proficiency tests may also be accepted if deemed appropriate by the Admission Committee. International students will also be requested to submit a writing sample to the English Department for evaluation prior to enrollment in English 101. Students must provide evidence of adequate financial resources, as well as a $2,000 tuition deposit, before Form I-20 will be issued. Students who fail to meet the English language requirement may enroll in an ESL Language Center at another institution. Proficiency certification by ESL meets the English language requirement for admission. Because of laws and regulations involving international students, the college encourages early applications. International applicants are encouraged to visit our website at www.collegeofidaho.edu for additional information regarding the application process. Applications can easily be downloaded from the site or they can be requested by mail or email. For more information please contact the Director of International Recruiting at admission@albertson.edu. Students With DisabilitiesLEARNING DISABILITIES
OTHER SERVICES Generally, Albertson does not have specially developed facilities or designed student services to meet the needs of severely disabled students. Albertson College provides services to its students with disabilities through the Office of Student Affairs. Students who indicate they have learning disabilities will work one-on-one with Student Affairs staff members. The Student Affairs staff will help the student arrange for reasonable accommodations and identify off-campus sources of support. Albertson College provides reasonable services to enrolled students who have a documented permanent or temporary physical, mental, or sensory disability that qualifies the student for academic accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. TO OBTAIN SERVICES, A STUDENT MUST:
The college will not ignore or excuse behavioral manifestations (in conflict with College expectations or code of conduct) resulting from such disorders. The college holds all students to the same standards of performance and behaviors. NotificationACCEPTANCE DEPOSIT Categories of AdmissionREGULAR ADMISSION CONDITIONAL ADMISSION PROBATIONARY ADMISSION Special StudentsStudents 19 years of age or older who present satisfactory evidence that they are qualified to enroll in certain courses may be admitted as special students regardless of formal academic preparation. Also, some high school seniors may be admitted to classes at the college prior to their graduation from secondary school if they live near the college, have superior academic records and are recommended by school officials. These students may enroll for a limited course of study. Interested students should see their school counselors and may write to the Office of Admission to obtain an application form. Special students are not candidates for any degree at the college. Those who wish to pursue a degree at the college must meet the requirements for admission stipulated under Categories of Admission to Degree Programs. International BaccalaureateAlbertson College awards credit for Higher Level International Baccalaureate examinations. A student may receive up to 28 credit hours for completion of examinations with scores of 5, 6 or 7. Credit for particular courses will be given at the discretion of the academic departments. Advanced PlacementCEEB ADVANCED PLACEMENT CLEP ADVANCED PLACEMENT |