Wittenberg strives to select those students who show evidence of academic ability, motivation and continued growth — those who will benefit from the total educational program. No qualified student is ever denied admission because of race, color, creed, sex, disability, age or national origin. Careful personal consideration is given to each applicant. The final decision of the Admission Committee is based on the academic record, ability to do college work as indicated by testing data, academic and extracurricular interests, and recommendations. Admission is selective.
Admission Requirements
The college preparatory curriculum necessary for admission to Wittenberg University must include four units of English and three units each of mathematics, social science, science and foreign language. The candidate for admission is urged to present credits in at least four major academic subjects each year of secondary school preparation. It is to the student’s advantage to take a strong academic program in the senior year. Graduation from an accredited high school is a usual prerequisite for admission.
All applicants are required to submit scores of either the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) of the College Entrance Examination Board or the American College Test (ACT). These tests should be completed in the latter part of the junior year or the first semester of the senior year. Although Achievement Tests of the College Board are not required, the English Achievement Test is recommended for class placement and/or course credit.
Department of Music
In addition to the application process, students who wish to major in music, especially those who desire to pursue the Bachelor of Music or the Bachelor of Music Education degree programs, should plan
Application Fee
A non-refundable fee of $40 must be submitted with the application. The check or money order should be made payable to Wittenberg University. A student who desires that the application fee be waived for reasons of financial hardship should attach to the application a copy of the College Board Fee Waiver or a letter from the secondary school counselor. The application fee waivers are available in the Guidence Office of your High School.
Advanced Placement and/or Credit
Students may receive advanced placement or credit by means of 1) Advanced Placement, Scholastic Aptitude and/or Achievement Tests of the College entrance Examination Board, 2) departmental examinations administered at Wittenberg, 3) courses successfully completed at an accredited college before a student’s graduation from secondary school, PSEOP, and 4) International Baccalaureate (IB) Examinations, Advanced Level.
Early Decision
Those students who have decided that Wittenberg University is their first choice, present strong academic credentials, and intend to enroll if accepted, are encouraged to apply under the Early Decision Plan. The application must be filed by November 15, with notification of acceptance by January 1. The students who are accepted under the Early Decision Plan must withdraw all previously filed applications to other schools. Within two weeks, the student must confirm acceptance to Wittenberg with an enrollment deposit of $400, which may be credited toward the cost of tuition in accordance with the policy outlined under the section on University Expenses.
Early Action I
The Early Action I Plan provides the applicant with early notificaiton. If you choose to apply under the Early Action I, your application must be received by December 1. You will be notified before January 1 of an admission decision. Your $400 non-refundable deposit will be due by May 1.
Early Action II
If you choose to apply under the Early Action II Plan, your application must be received by January 15. You will be notified before February 1 of an admission decision. Your $400 non-refundable deposit will be due by May 1.
Regular
Action
Applications received after March 15 will be considered on a space-available basis.
Regular Action
Applications for Regular Action must be submitted by March 15, with notification on a rolling basis before April 1.
Late Application
The university accepts applications after March 15, but these are considered on a space-available basis.
Common Application
Wittenberg University accepts either the on-line or paper version of the Common Application in lieu of its own form and gives equal consideration to both. Students may obtain copies of the Common Application from their high school guidance counselors or from the University web page, http://www4.wittenberg.edu/administration/prospect/apply/
Deferred Admission
Students who wish to be accepted during their senior year but wish to postpone entrance for a semester or a year, upon special request in writing, are permitted deferred admission.
Transfer Admission
Wittenberg welcomes in any semester a student who transfers from another college or university. The applicant must present a cumulative grade-point average no less than 2.0 on a 4.0 scale and must be in good academic and social standing. There is no limit to courses/hours transferable; however, a student must complete at least 50 percent of the semester hours for all course work and at least 50 percent of the semester hour credits for all course work in the major while in residence at Wittenberg. Secondary transcripts and aptitude test scores are not normally required if a student has finished a year or more of college work. Unusual mitigating circumstances related to a student’s academic or social standing can be taken into consideration by the Admission Committee. Information relating to such matters must be presented in writing.
International Students
Wittenberg values the presence of international students on campus. Special application forms are required and may be obtained on line at www.wittenberg.edu. Students whose native language is not English must submit results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) administered by the Educational Testing Service.
