Freshmen Applicants
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When to Apply
We suggest that you apply early during your senior year in high school (before the end of December is ideal).
We prefer that you apply on-line but feel free to download an application (pdf) .
Admission Criteria
How did you do in high school?
Our #1 criteria is your academic achievement. While not specifically required for consideration, we like to see challenging course selections in the following areas:
- 4 years of English
- 4 years of math (preferably algebra 1 and 2, geometry, and a senior-year college-prep math course)
- 3years of science (with at least two lab science courses)
- 3 years of social studies
- 2 years of a foreign language
What makes you unique?
We also look for a good match between what you can contribute to the university and how the university can meet your expectations. We call that our"whole-person assessment." Here's what we look for in a well-rounded student:
- Academic achievements (honors/AP courses, acadmic competitions, college credit while in high school, internships, awards, etc.)
- Leadership (student government, clubs, athletics, volunteer work, work experience, community awards, etc.)
- School Activities (participation in athletics, clubs, the arts, school spirit, service organizations, study abroad, etc)
- Special Qualities & Interests (whatever you think will make you stand out in a crowd)
We encourage you to use our application to tell us about yourself...about what makes you unique. If you're stuck on our short answer section (we don't require an essay!) just tell us what we can't see about you from your high school trancript.
How'd you do on those standardized tests?
We look at your standardized test results - the SAT or ACT - to help us in the selection process. Here's how we use those scores:
- Critical Reading and Math: We combine these two scores for a total score for admission purposes. We don't have a minimum score, but the ideal score would be around 1000. The middle 50% of the Fall 2007 freshmen class scored between 900 and 1050.
- Writing: We're not using this for admission, but do your best on it---we'll use it to help with your english placement if you enroll as an ESU student.
Deadline for Applying
Prospective applicants are urged to submit their applications between August and January of their senior year for September admission. The deadline for receipt of completed applications is April 1. Only limited numbers of freshmen are admitted in January; therefore, students interested in January admission should contact the Office of Admission before applying.
Notification of Admission
Applications are reviewed as they are received. Many applicants are notified on a "rolling" basis beginning on or about November 1, 2007, however, applicants should not expect notification prior to March 16, 2008. This process allows the staff to review each applicant in comparison with all others. Applications received after February 16 will be reviewed and acted upon within four weeks.
Admission Presentations, Open House, Tours
All freshmen applicants and their parents are encouraged to visit the campus. Admission presentations and campus tours are available during the fall and spring semesters. Open House is usually held in early November. Visit the Office of Admission visit program page for specific dates and times of all campus visit options. Personal interviews are not required.
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