Youngstown State University

Youngstown State University Admissions

Youngstown State provides “open enrollment” to Ohio residents who are high school seniors, meaning there is no requirement for standardized test scores, high school grade point average, or class rank. Admission to particular areas of study may be limited and granted after evaluation of completed high school curriculum. For Ohio residents, Youngstown requires a $30 non-refundable application fee, completed application, a high school transcript, and indication of passing grades on the Ohio 9th grade proficiency test. Scores from the ACT or SAT examinations are required to also be submitted, but, as mentioned above, the resulting scores will not be used to determine admissions status for Ohio residents. For non-residents, Youngstown requires an ACT composite score of 17 or more or a SAT score of 820 or more, or a high school rank in the upper two-thirds of the graduating class. The admissions office facilitates three Preview Days each year, giving students the opportunity to interact with faculty and admissions personnel and learn about Youngstown’s academic offerings, campus life, and other aspects of the University experience. There are also similar preview events available to transfer students and nontraditional students.

Youngstown State University has an undergraduate admissions deadline of August 15 for the fall semester; students are encouraged to apply at least two months earlier, however. The application fee is $30. Applications can be submitted on-line. Students who are enrolled in high school at the time of application will need to have their official final high school transcripts sent after graduation to the Admissions Office.

p. As part of their application, students should submit high school transcripts and ACT or SAT test scores. Students should have completed high school courses as follows: 4 units of English, 3 units of mathematics, 2 units of history and social studies, 2 units of science, 1 additional year of science or social science, 2 units of a foreign language, 1 year of fine or performing arts, and 1 year of electives. Some majors have additional requirements. Students must also have passed all 5 sections of the Ohio proficiency exam. YSU has an open enrollment policy, but admission to some courses or programs may depend upon a high school GPA. Students from out of state must meet other requirements.

p. Transfer students and international students will have varying requirements depending upon their prior educational background.

p. Students applying to the graduate programs at Youngstown State University should consult the individual department and/or school to which they are applying for deadlines and specific program requirements. Applications can be submitted on-line, and the application fee is $30. General requirements include the GRE or other appropriate test scores (such as the GMAT) and a bachelor’s degree with a grade point average of 2.7.

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