University of North Texas Undergraduate Overview

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How to Apply

Prospective students should apply as early as possible. All necessary credentials, such as the Texas Common Application for admission to Texas public universities (either the paper version or the online version available at www.applytexas.org), official transcripts and required entrance test scores, must be on file in the Office of Admissions (undergraduate) by the admission deadline for the semester in which you wish to enroll. Admission decisions will not be made until after the application, the application fee and all academic credentials are received and evaluated.

All applicants new to the University of North Texas must pay a non-refundable admission application fee of $40 for U.S. citizens and permanent resident aliens or $75 for international students and others.

High School Graduates

Students admitted to the first semester of college work must have graduated from an accredited high school. To apply, students must present scores on the Scholastic Assessment Test I of the College Board or the ACT. Students must also submit the Texas Common Application for freshman admission (paper or online) and a transcript showing high school credits and graduation class rank. Transcripts showing rank should be sent after completion of the junior year. Appropriateness of experience in lieu of a high school diploma (i.e., GED, home schooling, graduation from a non-accredited high school, etc.) may be assessed on an individual review basis. For more information, see the "Admission by Individual Review" section. To be more successful at UNT, you are strongly encouraged to take these classes in high school:

• English: 4 credits (English I-IV)
• Mathematics: 4 credits (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and Pre-Calculus)
• Sciences: 3 credits (to be selected from Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
• Social Sciences: 4 credits (World Geography, World History Studies, U.S. Government and Economics, and U.S. History)
• Foreign Language: 3 credits (Levels I-III proficiency of the same language)
• Health: 1/2 credit minimum
• Fine Arts: 1 credit
• Physical Education: 1 1/2 credits
• Computer Science: 0-1 credit (demonstrated proficiency at Level I)
• Electives: 2 1/2 credits

High school seniors who plan to attend UNT should take entrance examinations at least five months before enrollment dates. See your high school counselor for more information or go to the College Board web site at www.collegeboard.org or the ACT web site at www.act.org.

To find out if your AP courses will count as college credit, visit www.unt.edu/pais/insert/ucebr.htm.

Admission

Graduation in the top 10 percent of high school class	Automatic admission	Submit SAT I or ACT score
Graduation in the next 15 percent of high school class	Regular admission	Minimum 950 SAT I, (CR+M)* or 20 ACT score
Graduation in the second quarter of high school class	Regular admission	Minimum 1050 SAT I, (CR+M)* or 23 ACT score
Graduation in the third quarter of high school class	Regular admission	Minimum 1180 SAT I (CR+M)* or 26 ACT score

All freshman applicants to the University of North Texas must submit SAT I or ACT scores. The writing section of these tests is not a requirement for admission to UNT, but is highly recommended. Applicants in the top 10 percent of their class who do not score at least 950 on the SAT I (combined critical reading/verbal + math) or 20 on the ACT, and all applicants admitted by individual review, regardless of class rank or test scores, will be required to register for and successfully complete the course PSYC 1000, Psychology of Learning and Success, during their first semester at UNT and/or participate in other programs as required. Admission policies are reviewed periodically and are subject to change. Check the UNT web site at www.unt.edu/admission or call (800) UNT-8211 for the latest admission information.

Admission by Individual Review

Applicants who rank in the fourth quarter or who do not meet requirements in the chart on the left will automatically have their applications reviewed by an admissions officer. Based upon this review, applicants may be given an opportunity to provide additional information to justify their admission to the university.

Factors that may assist in determining academic readiness under the individual review provision may include but are not limited to the following:

• high school attended
• first-generation college attendance
• employment experience
• special abilities such as bilingual proficiency and meeting family responsibilities
• individual achievements
• leadership activities
• public service
• extra-curricular activities

Upon review of the application file, the admission officer will send a letter to the student stating the options for possible admission to UNT. Students should carry out the suggested options for the best possibility of admission into the university.

Consideration for admission by individual review can occur only if the applicant has submitted all required credentials. Additional reviews will occur after the applicant completes the suggestions made during the initial review.

Transfer Students

A transfer student is defined as any student new to UNT who has ever been enrolled at another college or university prior to attendance at UNT, although this definition does not apply to freshmen entering UNT the summer or fall semesters immediately following high school graduation.

UNT evaluates credit only from generally recognized accredited academic institutions. Applicants must submit records from all accredited institutions attended, even if they do not wish to transfer the credit to UNT.

Transfer students with fewer than 30 transferable semester hours of college work must meet the entrance requirements listed above for high school graduates, have a minimum 2.5 grade point average (4.0 grading system) and be eligible to return to any institution attended.

Transfer students with no less than 30 and no more than 44 transferable semester hours must:

1. have a minimum GPA of 2.25 on a 4.0 grading system;
2. submit an application for admission; and
3. provide an official transcript from each college or university attended.

Transfer students with more than 44 hours of college work must:

1. have a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 grading system;
2. submit an application for admission; and
3. provide an official transcript from each college or university attended.

If you do not meet these requirements, see the section entitled "Admission by Individual Review."

UNT's new Course Applicability System (CAS) is an online resource with information on courses and course equivalencies. It can tell you how your specific course work will transfer and apply toward a degree. Access CAS at unt.transfer.org/cas/index.jsp.

Other Types of Admission

See the current undergraduate catalog at www.unt.edu/catsched or contact the Office of Admissions at (800) UNT-8211 for information on admission requirements for:

• international students
• adult students
• transient and summer students
• visiting students
• early admission students

Orientation

All accepted undergraduate students new to UNT are required to attend an orientation for academic advisement and registration for classes.

Freshmen: Freshmen entering in the fall semester are encouraged to attend one of the New Student Orientation sessions to receive individual attention and assistance with class scheduling. These sessions are conducted during June, July and August. Freshman Orientation includes campus life sessions, a student activities mart, placement testing, academic advising, early registration for classes and completion of the tuition and fee payment process. Eight three-day sessions are planned. A nominal fee is charged for room, meals and administrative costs. All freshmen who do not attend one of the summer New Student Orientation sessions must attend University Academic Orientation in August.

Transfer students: Transfer students accepted for the fall semester may choose from several orientation options.

Sessions are designed to serve various transfer needs and are conducted during April/May, June, July and August. Transfer Orientation includes academic advising and registration for classes. A nominal fee is charged for meals and administrative costs. All transfers who do not attend one of the published orientation options must attend University Academic Orientation in August.

All students beginning at the university in the spring semester will be required to attend a University Academic Orientation in January.

All new undergraduate students receive orientation information following acceptance notification.

For more information about orientation, go to www.unt.edu/orientation or call the Office of New Student and Mentoring Programs at (940) 369-8397.

Directions to Campus

From Interstate 35E, exit at North Texas Boulevard and turn north toward the campus. Turn right on Eagle Drive and immediately left into the circle drive in front of the Gateway Center and stop at the information booth for a visitor's parking pass. Continue on North Texas Boulevard one block, turning right on Highland. Go past the stop sign and park as directed. Walk toward the Hurley Administration Building (clock tower) past the fountain until you reach the Eagle Student Services Center (ESSC) on your right. Enter through the arched door; the tour and information desk is just inside.

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